Baseball History Unpacked - May 27

A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB factoids gathered from allegedly reputable sources. The anniversary of when Javy stole first base... — www.bleedcubbieblue.com

BleedCubbieBlue.com on SB nation sends word for May 27 that:
1904 - Dan McGann of the New York Giants collects five stolen bases in one game against the Brooklyn Superbas
1960 - Baltimore Orioles catcher Clint Courtney uses an oversized mitt in an effort to handle the pitches of knuckleballer Hoyt Wilhelm.
There is more info shared too about Ehren Wassermann, Jamey Carroll, David Dellucci dashes for home and beats Paul Konerko, Toby Hall, Grady Sizemore, Willson Contreras, Javier Baez, and more.

This Day In Baseball May 27

ThisDayinBaseball.com delivers dozens of events from May 27 icluding:
1928 - George Sisler has his contract purchased by the Boston Braves.
1937 - Carl Hubbell earns his 24th straight win on the mound in 2 relief innings.
These items and more are listed, including pieces about Art Fromme, Dan McGann, Roberto Clemente, Doug Rader, Ken Brett, Dave Winfield, Mario Soto, Jeff Bagwell, Dale Murphy, and more.