Walter Johnson and The Silver Dollar Considered by many to be the greatest right-hander in baseball history, Walter Johnson was the hardest thrower of his time. He was a phenomenally successful pitcher on often terrible Washington Senators’ teams. As a veteran,...
Rollie Fingers Mustache Gang Rollie Fingers was the quintessential reliever of his time, used when the situation demanded. He would often enter the game as early as the fifth inning, throwing as many as 120-130 innings in relief for a season. He was known for...
Billyball February 20, 1980 — The Oakland Athletics sign Billy Martin as their new manager. 1979: The Fall from Grace and a New Opportunity After the 1979 season, Billy Martin found himself jobless following a fight with a marshmallow salesman. The altercation, fueled...
Harry Caray: The Voice of Baseball February 18, 1998 Harry Caray: The Voice of Baseball passes away. Few broadcasters have left a mark on baseball quite like Harry Caray. Known for his infectious energy, signature catchphrases, and larger-than-life personality, Caray...
Cool Papa Bell goes to Cooperstown February 13, 1974 Cool Papa Bell goes to Cooperstown joining Josh Gibson and Buck Leonard as just the third man to play exclusively in Negro Leagues to be inducted. Bell played center fielder and knuckleball pitcher in Negro...
Allie Reynolds – the Super chief February 10 – Happy Birthday to Allie Reynolds. Allie Reynolds, born in 1917 in Bethany, Oklahoma, faced religious restrictions on playing organized baseball due to his parents’ Nazarene beliefs. Overcoming...
