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• This Day in Braves History: Atlanta signs Ervin Santana to a one-year, $14.1 million deal

Photo by Kevin Liles/Getty Images Braves Franchise History 2014 - After injuries to Brandon Beachy and Kris Medlen, the Braves sign right-hander Ervin Santana to a one-year, $14.1 million deal. He will start 31 games and post a 3.95 ERA in 196.0 innings. MLB History 1921 - MLB Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis suspends eight members of the Chicago White Sox for their alleged involvemen...2025
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• Baseball history unpacked, March 12

Photo by Brad Mangin /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources Ladies’ Day, the Black Sox, actor Will Ferrell, and more. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narrat...2025
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• Today in White Sox History: March 12

Did a fairly innocuous trade between the White Sox and Yankees in 1950 fuel commissioner Happy Chandler’s ouster in 1951? Could be. | Chicago Tribune A commissioner loses his job, in part due to a kerfuffle between Chicago and New York 1921 All eight Black Sox (Joe Jackson, Eddie Cicotte, Lefty Williams, Swede Risberg, Fred McMullin, Chick Gandil, Happy Felsch and even Buck Weaver) were su...2025
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• Baseball history unpacked, February 28

Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Rick Reuschel signs as a Free Agent, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to follow as they...2025
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• This Day in MLB History: The Yankees acquire Roger Clemens from the Blue Jays

Photo credit should read TONY RANZE/AFP via Getty Images MLB History 1909 - National League president Harry Pulliam takes a leave of absence due to health issues. League secretary John Heydler takes over. 1909 - The Red Sox trade 41-year old Cy Young to Cleveland for pitchers Charlie Chech, Jack Ryan and $12,500 in cash. 1922 - Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis resigns his federal judgeship ...2025
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• Baseball history unpacked, February 7

It’s Juan Pizarro’s birthday | Photo by Louis Requena/MLB Photos via Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Some notable Cubs were born, a couple of Hall-of-Famers pass, and other stories for the discerning reader. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric lo...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Atlanta signs Ervin Santana to a one-year, $14.1 million deal
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• Baseball history unpacked, March 12
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• Baseball history unpacked, February 28
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• This Day in MLB History: The Yankees acquire Roger Clemens from the Blue Jays
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• Baseball history unpacked, February 7
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 27

Photo by George Gojkovich/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. One of the greatest trades in Cubs history and other stories for the discerning reader. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore a...2025
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 17

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday to Michael Hermosillo*, Chicago-area native, and others, plus news from yesteryear. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Braves sign Gaylord Perry

Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images The eventual Hall of Famer and infamous spit-baller signs with Atlanta for his first and only season with the Braves. Braves Franchise History 1906: The owners of the Boston Beaneaters reject a $250,000 offer for the team. 1949: The New York Giants are fined $2,000, and their manager Leo Durocher $500, for signing Freddie Fitzsimmons as a coach while h...2025
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 3

lindymcdaniel.com A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Lindy McDaniel* retires and other news. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to follow as they unfold over the course of time. He...2025
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 5

Happy birthday, Bob Dernier! | Photo by George Gojkovich/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. A good day for center fielders, several sad passings, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, August 2
Photo by Gary Leonard/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources, a little bit cheesy but nicely displayed. The Dodgers have bright yellow balls, Walter Johnson debuts, Thurman Munson and Vin Scully pass on, and many other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cub...2023
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"This obscure rule will lead to a direct confrontation between Babe Ruth and Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis in 1921."

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"The contract extension will make Selig baseball’s second-longest-serving commissioner, behind only Kenesaw Mountain Landis."

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"Chandler succeeds Kenesaw Mountain Landis who passed away in 1944."

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"Responding to the publicity, Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis convenes a hearing on the matter, but dismisses all charges."

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"With a legacy that goes well beyond winning the award in both leagues, Robinson is an ideal choice to replace Kenesaw Mountain Landis."

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"Of course, a woman striking out two of the world's greatest hitters caused a stir through the larger sporting world—so much so that Commissioner of Baseball Kenesaw Mountain Landis voided her contract several days later, saying the sport was "too strenuous" for a woman."

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"He was elected commissioner in July 1998, and his time in charge is second only to that of Kenesaw Mountain Landis from 1920-44."

• Today in White Sox History: March 12
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• Baseball history unpacked, February 28
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• This Day in MLB History: The Yankees acquire Roger Clemens from the Blue Jays
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• Baseball history unpacked, February 7
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 27
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• This Day in Braves History: January 27th

Photo by Mark Rucker/Transcendental Graphics, Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1944 - The Boston Braves fire manager Casey Stengel as new owners Lou Perini, Guido Lugo and Joseph Maney take over the team. 1966 - Wisconsin State Circuit Court Judge Elmer W. Roller rules that the Braves must remain in Milwaukee or the National League must promise Wisconsin an expansion team for the 19...2025
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• This Day in MLB History: Derek Jeter and Larry Walker are elected to the Hall of Fame

Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images MLB History 1921 - Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis officially signs on as baseball commissioner agreeing to a seven-year, $350,000 contract. 1938 - Joe DiMaggio rejects a $25,000 offer from the Yankees and counters by asking for $45,000. He will hold out for nearly three months which will end on April 20, just two days before the start of the regular season....2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Bob Horner signs four-year deal with Braves

Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images The vaunted power hitter chooses to stay with the Braves Braves Franchise History 1953: The Brooklyn Dodgers send Andy Pafko to the Milwaukee Braves for Roy Hartsfield and $50,000. 1983: Bob Horner agrees to a four-year contract with the Atlanta Braves that will pay him up to $6 million, including $400,000 in bonuses if he keeps his weight below 215 po...2025
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 17
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• This Day in Braves History: Braves sign Gaylord Perry
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• Today in White Sox History: November 12

On this day 44 years ago, Steve Stone got the honor of his baseball life. | Focus on Sport/Getty Images A former South Side hurler and future broadcaster caps off the season of his life 1920 As a response to the Black Sox scandal that saw members of the White Sox throw the World Series in 1919, baseball owners unanimously elected Kenesaw Mountain Landis as the first baseball commissioner. ...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, September 2

Happy birthday, Christian Bethancourt! | Photo by Matt Dirksen/Chicago Cubs/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Pappas throws a no-no and other stories. Happy birthday to Christian Bethancourt! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseba...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, April 24

Happy birthday, Stephen Souza Jr. | Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday wishes to Stephen Souza, Jr., and others, and more! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the l...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 17

Happy birthday, Michael Hermosillo! | Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday, Michael Hermosillo! and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and v...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 12

Happy birthday, Bill Madlock! | Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday, Bill Madlock and others, the baseball draft is instituted, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 5
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• Baseball history unpacked, October 16

Happy birthday, Rodney Scott! | Photo by Ron Vesely/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday, Rodney Scott, and playoff stories galore. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and variou...2023
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• Baseball history unpacked, August 2
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• Baseball history unpacked, March 8
Natal anniversary to the late Ryan Freel! | Getty Images A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB factoids, gathered from reputable sources. Not much happening on the Cubs front but plenty of other stories, including a no-hitter that ends in a tie. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’...2023
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 3
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• It’s time for the Royals to honor George Spriggs

Our only alumni The Royals have made some significant moves this spring, inducting Bo Jackson, John Schuerholz and Cedric Tallis into the team’s Hall of Fame. Now that Tallis has been inducted, I’ll need to find a new windmill to tilt at. Bringing attention to the Tallis oversight has been one of my main passions the last five years and I’m very happy for the Tallis family to see this long-overdu...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, July 31
Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources, a little bit cheesy but nicely displayed. Happy birthday to Leon Durham, Mike Bielecki, and others, plus a plethora of good stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s co...2023
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 18
Mr Cub | Photo by Louis Requena/MLB via Getty Images A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB factoids, gathered from reputable sources. Ernie Banks, Ron Cey, Kris Bryant, and more! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to ...2023
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 13
Kevin Foster had bad luck as a Cub. Today’s his birthday | Getty Images A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB factoids, gathered from reputable sources. Kevin Foster had bad luck as a Cub. Today’s his birthday, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past,...2023
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 23
Many Cub fans would like to forget him. Bob Howry | Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB factoids, gathered from reputable sources. Today’s feature was a Cub for three years and finished in 2010, which was the utterly forgettable part of his tenure. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a li...2022
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• Throwback Thursday: Female Ace Jackie Mitchell Strikes Out Babe Ruth
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• Scott Miller's Starting 9: The Book on Outgoing Commissioner Bud Selig
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• Olney: Frank Robinson's name belongs on baseball's MVP trophy
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• This Day in Braves History: Chipper Jones homers on 40th birthday
Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1966 - The Atlanta Braves establish a major league record by winning their 18th consecutive game at home. The first 17 wins of the streak came in Milwaukee, the team’s home in 1965. 2011 - The Braves complete their first sweep of the Giants in San Francisco since 1998 with a 9-6 win in 10 innings. Nate McLouth delivers a two-run ...2023
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• Former MVP Dale Murphy thinks Frank Robinson's name should replace Kenesaw Mountain Landis' on trophies
Landis helped maintain segregation in baseball during his tenure as commissioner, but his name remains on the AL and NL MVP trophies...2020
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• Throwback Thursday: Female Ace Jackie Mitchell Strikes Out Babe Ruth
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• MLB MVPs want Kenesaw Mountain Landis' name removed from plaques
Landis was the first Major League Baseball commissioner and his tenure included 'documented racism,' according to an official MLB historian...2020
• Baseball history unpacked, December 30
Happy birthday, Sandy Koufax | Photo by Focus On Sport/Getty Images A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB factoids, gathered from reputable sources. The last edition for 2022. A rare non-Cub feature. Happy birthday, Sandy Koufax! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past,...2022
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• This Day in Braves History: Freddie Freeman named NL MVP

Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1923 - The Boston Braves acquire outfielders Casey Stengel and Bill Cunningham as well as shortstop Dave Bancroft from the New York Giants in exchange for pitchers Joe Oeschger and Bill Southworth. 2015 - The Braves trade shortstop Andrelton Simmons and catcher Jose Briceno to the Angels in exchange for shortstop Erick Aybar and...2023
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 17
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• This Day in Braves History: Atlanta signs Ervin Santana to a one-year, $14.1 million deal
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• Baseball history unpacked, March 12
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• This Day in MLB History: The Yankees acquire Roger Clemens from the Blue Jays
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• Today in White Sox History: January 19

The player most responsible for sending the White Sox into the basement for three decades, Chick Gandil, was born 137 years ago today. Happy birthday to a player ultimately as big a villain as ever seen in the game 1882 Infamous Black Sox ringleader Chick Gandil was born in St. Paul. The first baseman started his career with the White Sox in 1910, and played his last game, as he helped thr...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Braves sign Gaylord Perry
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• Today in White Sox History: October 15

On this day a century ago, the White Sox and Giants left North America for Europe, and a 10th anniversary “world tour.” | Chicago Tribune Ten years after, the South Siders and Giants shove off again to Europe 1917 The White Sox won their second World Series title, beating the New York Giants four games to two. The score in the series clincher was also 4-2. Just two days after finishing the...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, September 13

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Alec Mills’ finest hour, and more! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to follow as they unfold over the co...2024
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• This Day in Braves History: January 27th
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• Today in White Sox History: January 19
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 25

Derrek Lee hits one over the fence | Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Derrek Lee arrives in one of the Cubs’ better trades, the Last Waltz, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorfu...2024
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• Today in White Sox History: November 12
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• Baseball history unpacked, September 2
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• It’s time for the Royals to honor George Spriggs
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• This Day in Braves History: Boston fires Casey Stengel

Braves Franchise History 1944 - The Boston Braves fire manager Casey Stengel as new owners Lou Perini, Guido Lugo and Joseph Maney take over the team. 1966 - Wisconsin State Circuit Court Judge Elmer W. Roller rules that the Braves must remain in Milwaukee or the National League must promise Wisconsin an expansion team for the 1966 season. MLB History 1927 - Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis...2024
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• Today in White Sox History: January 19

Rip Radcliff, with teammate Zeke Bonura, was born on this day, 118 years ago. A future All-Star outfielder rips onto the scene 1906 Rip Radcliff, who wouldn’t make his MLB debut until age 28 but ended up with MVP votes in three subsequent season, was born in Kiowa, Okla. The left fielder played his first six seasons for the White Sox, finishing 16th in MVP voting in 1936 and 15th in 1937....2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, December 11

Photo by Hunter Martin/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Kosuke Fukudome arrives and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to follow as they unfold over t...2023
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