Born on January 16, 1870, in Niagara Falls, New York, Jimmy Collins, the Baseball Hall of Fame 3rd baseman was selected to enter into the HOF in 1945. Jimmy played in the World Series in 1903 Boston Americans; NL HR leader 1898 Boston Beaneaters) and manager (Boston Americans 1901–06).
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The Quiet Captain Who Conquered the Diamond
Born in Rhode Island, Collins' career bloomed in Boston. Traded from St. Louis in 1901, he found his true home at Fenway Park. His batting average, consistently hovering around .300, might not scream greatness, but it concealed a quiet mastery of the game. He had a surgeon's precision at the plate, peppering line drives and finding gaps with uncanny accuracy. He rarely struck out, a testament to his patience and baseball IQ.
But Collins' impact transcended mere statistics. He was a defensive wizard at third base, his nimble hands and lightning-fast throws making him a wall against grounders. He orchestrated the infield with the grace of a conductor, calling plays and directing traffic with unerring instincts. His calm demeanor brought stability, grounding the team even in the stormiest of games.
He wasn't just a skilled player; he was a natural leader. Nicknamed "Big Brother" for his quiet guidance, he nurtured young teammates, instilling in them the Red Sox way. He spoke with his actions, leading by example with his tireless work ethic and unyielding determination. His quiet confidence resonated through the dugout, a pillar of strength in the face of adversity.
Collins' legacy isn't measured in flashy awards or gaudy headlines. He led the Red Sox to two World Series appearances, but his truest impact lies in the countless games where his steady hand calmed nerves, his clutch hit lit a spark, or his defensive brilliance saved the day.
May 20 Numbers
Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 6 - 5 - 32 May 20, 1941 - Chicago White Sox, Taft Wright, Number 6 set an AL record of RBIs in 13 consecutive games...
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May 19 Numbers
Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 8 - 6 - 30 May 19, 1942 - Boston Braves outfielder Paul Waner, Number 8 became the third player in NL history at the tim...
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May 18 Numbers
Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 3 - 7 - 16 May 18, 1897 - Early MLB star of the New York Giants, Bill Joyce established a record of 4 triples in 1 ...
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May 17 Numbers
Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 44 - 36 May 17, 1925 - Cleveland Indians centerfielder Tris Speaker reached his 3,000th hit in his MLB career. In 1...
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May 16 Numbers
Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 5 - 9 - 22 May 16, 1927 - New York Yankee outfielder, Bob Meusel, wearing Number 5 stole 2nd base, 3rd base and&nbs...
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May 15 Numbers
Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. May 15, 1912 - Detroit Tigers star slugger Ty Cobb, let's an obnoxious fan get to him and the player leaped the rail...
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