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• This date in baseball books: May 20
Rickey Henderson becomes the third player — joining Ted Williams and Willie McCovey — to hit home runs in four decades. Rickey: The Life and Legend of an American Original, by Howard Bryant (2022) Off Base: Confessions of a Thief, by Henderson with John Shea (1992) Born this date: David Wells Perfect I’m […]...2025Visit the page Rickey Henderson headline news
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• This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel records his 100th career savePhoto by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images We’re still awaiting Craig Kimbrel’s official return to the Atlanta Braves but for now, enjoy this blast from the past. Braves Franchise History 1914: Before 18,000, Christy Mathewson scatters ten hits in shutting down the Braves, 2-0. A Jack Meyers double of Lefty Tyler accounts for both New York runs. Boston is now 3-11, ten games behind the Pirate...2025Visit the page Craig Kimbrel -
• Willie McCoveyWillie McCovey, known as one of Major League Baseball’s most prolific and feared power hitters, left an indelible mark on the sport with his skill, consistency, and ability to dominate the game over his remarkable 22-year career. Known for his towering home runs and incredible presence at the plate, McCovey’s contributions to the San Francisco […]...2025 -
• Baseball history unpacked, January 10Happy birthday, Rafael Dolis | Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday, Rafael Dolis*, 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 na...2025See more articles Mitchell Layton breaking news today -
• This Day in Braves History: Bobby Cox, Greg Maddux, and Tom Glavine are elected to the Hall of FamePhoto by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1916 - James Gaffney sells the Boston Braves to Harvard University football coach Percy Haughton for a reported $500,000. Gaffney purchased the Braves in 1913 for $187,000. 1918 - The Braves acquire veteran infielder Buck Herzog from the Giants in exchange for second baseman Larry Doyle and pitcher Jesse Barnes. 1987 - A group of...2025See also Bobby Cox news and rumors -
• In memoriam: Royals that died in 2024Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images Rest in peace. With the year concluding, it is time to reflect on those we lost this year. The baseball world lost greats like Willie “The Say Hey Kid” Mays, Hit King Pete Rose, and stolen base champ Rickey Henderson, as well as greats like Rico Carty, Ed Krranepool, Bud Harrrelson, Ferrnando Valenzuela, Luis Tiant, Ken Holtzman, Rudy May, Don Gullett, ...2024See more articles Pete Rose headline news
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• This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel records his 100th career save
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• Brewers All-Time Team: Starting PitcherJeff Hanisch-Imagn Images Choosing the best of several great contenders We have now completed the position player portion of our Brewers All-Time Team (links to all of which can be found here). As I explained in the Molitor essay, we chose not to go with a designated hitter, so that just leaves two spots left: a starting pitcher and a relief pitcher. We’re only going to choose one of each,...2024Visit the page Starting Pitcher injury report -
• Baseball history unpacked, November 4Erin Hooley/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. The Chicago River runs Cubbie Blue, 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 ...2024Read about Red Stockings -
• This Day in Braves History: Tim Hudson throws a career high 13 strikeouts in win over MarlinsPhoto by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1951 - The Braves sell pitchers Johnny Sain and Lew Burdette to the Yankees. 1971 - The Braves spoil “Ron Santo Day” at Wrigley Field by beating Ferguson Jenkins and the Cubs 4-3. Santo goes 1-for-3 in the game with a run scored. 1983 - The Braves acquire Len Barker in exchange for Rick Behenna, Brett Butler and Brook Jacoby. Ba...2024See also Tim Hudson injury update -
• This Day in Braves History: Atlanta acquires Matt Kemp from San DiegoPhoto by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1965 - Milwaukee manager Bobby Bragan says that his pitchers threw 75 to 80 spitballs in a 9-2 loss to the Giants. Bragan says he ordered his pitchers to throw the spitter to prove that the rules against them are not being enforced. 1969 - The Braves homer five times and defeat the Phillies 6-3 in Game 1 of a doubleheader. Felipe...2024Visit the page Matt Kemp availability report -
• Remembering Orlando CepedaPhoto by Louis Requena/MLB via Getty Images Last stop with the Royals This story originally ran July 25, 2022, and has been edited for content. After the advent of the designated hitter rule in 1973, American League clubs had to develop a plan as to who their DH would be. Some teams had an in-house option, such as Gates Brown with the Tigers or Tony Oliva with the Twins. Other teams went...2024Read about Orlando Cepeda availability report -
• Orlando Cepeda passes away at 86The Hall of Fame outfielder and first baseman was a member of the Atlanta Braves for parts of four seasons including the 1969 NL West Division winning club. Earlier this morning, it was announced that Hall of Fame outfielder and first baseman Orlando Cepeda had passed away. He was 86. The Puerto Rico-native, who played in MLB from 1958 through 1974, spent parts of four season with the Atlanta Brav...2024Visit the page Orlando Cepeda availability report -
• Baseball history unpacked, June 14Happy birthday, Hector Neris | Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Hector Neris’ natal anniversary 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 narr...2024Click for news about Hector Neris injury report -
• This Day in Braves History: Babe Ruth makes final Major League appearanceSetNumber: D82960 Braves Franchise History 1935 - Babe Ruth makes his last major league appearance playing the first inning of the opener of a doubleheader against the Phillies. Ruth grounds out in his final major league at-bat. MLB History 1967 - Whitey Ford announces his retirement from baseball due to an elbow injury. Ford’s final appearance came in Detroit on May 21, but he was forced...2024Visit the page Babe Ruth availability report
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"1986 - Willie McCovey receives 346 votes and becomes the 16th player to be elected to the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility." - 2024
"1986 - Willie McCovey receives 346 votes and becomes the 16th player to be elected to the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility." - 2023
"1987 - Mike Schmidt passes Ted Williams and Willie McCovey with his 522nd career home run in an 8-1 win over the Padres." - 2021
"House Speaker Nancy Pelosi attempted to wish Hall of Fame baseball player Willie Mays a happy birthday, but posted a photo of Willie McCovey instead." - 2018
"The term "legend" fits Willie McCovey as easily as the Giants cap that rests almost perpetually atop his regal head." - 2017
"Giants legend Willie McCovey said Barry Bonds deserves a spot in Cooperstown, adding that a letter circulated by fellow Hall of Famer Joe Morgan last month to voters is aimed at keeping the all-time home run leader out of the Hall." - 2016
"David Ortiz's 2,000th hit for the Red Sox was also a milestone homer -- Number 522 -- in which he passed Hall of Famers Ted Williams, Willie McCovey and Frank Thomas for 19th on the all-time list." - 2015
"Angels first baseman Albert Pujols assumed sole possession of 18th place on the all-time home run list -- belting Number 522 on Sunday against the Royals to move past Ted Williams, Willie McCovey and Frank Thomas." - 2014
"While Hall of Famer Willie McCovey remains hospitalized recovering following complications from an infection, he is monitoring every development with the playoff-bound San Francisco Giants."
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Willie McCovey trade rumors, contract, salary rumors
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• Baseball history unpacked, January 10
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• This Day in Braves History: Bobby Cox, Greg Maddux, and Tom Glavine are elected to the Hall of Fame
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• Remembering Orlando Cepeda
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• A pack and a couple boxesI still haven't bought any retail since covid, and while I like what I've seen of the 2024 Topps flagship design, I haven't been compelled to go out and buy any. But thankfully I still get the thrill of new-to-me cards with a little help from my blogger buds.Actually CardBoredom was a new one for me, under my radar for these past few months. But it's a really well done site/blog. I've been go...2024Click for news about Juan Soto -
• Baseball history unpacked, January 10Who am I? Win BCB Points!!!! | Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. *!0,000 BCB points to the person who first identifies the person in the picture. Cincinnati peace talks, Mordecai Brown on the move, crossing the Rubicon, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue i...2024Continue with Mordecai Brown salary -
• This Day in Braves History: Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine elected to Hall of FameBraves Franchise History 1916 - James Gaffney sells the Boston Braves to Harvard University football coach Percy Haughton for a reported $500,000. Gaffney purchased the Braves in 1913 for $187,000. 1918 - The Braves acquire veteran infielder Buck Herzog from the Giants in exchange for second baseman Larry Doyle and pitcher Jesse Barnes. 1987 - A group of ten free agents including Doyle Alexander...2024Check it out Greg Maddux trade rumors
Willie McCovey stats and results
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• This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel records his 100th career save
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• This Day in Braves History: Babe Ruth makes final Major League appearance
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• The 1975 Topps countdown, worst to best (No. 300-281)January for me is a slow card time. I'm recuperating from Christmas purchasing. I'm also gearing up for the first new cards of the season.This is why I'm mad at Stadium Club this year. Releasing a set from last year in the middle of a designated austerity period is not cool. I don't know how anybody has the cash to buy SC and go for flagship in a couple of weeks. Also, every time I see outda...2024See also Roberto Clemente scores -
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• This Day in Braves History: Babe Ruth plays in his final game
Braves Franchise History 1935 - Babe Ruth makes his last major league appearance playing the first inning of the opener of a doubleheader against the Phillies. Ruth grounds out in his final major league at-bat. MLB History 1967 - Whitey Ford announces his retirment from baseball due to an elbow injury. Ford’s final appearance came in Detroit on May 21, but he was forced to exit after just one inn...2023Visit the page Babe Ruth
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• Thursday Rockpile: Hall of Fame voters continuing to hold Coors Field against Todd Helton is farcical
Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports Colorado Rockies news and links for Thursday, January 26th, 2023 “We’re not talking about performance-enhancing drugs here. Sign stealing has been going on for the past 100 years. There are teams who have used hidden cameras for years. Team employees flashed signs from outfield seats and scoreboards.” This is what national baseball writer for USA Today Bo...2023Read about Coors Field stats
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• Baseball world pays tribute to the late Willie McCovey
Hall of Famer Willie McCovey died on Wednesday at the age of 80 due to several health issues, the San Francisco Giants announced. The Giants shared the news via their Twitter account: McCovey played 19 seasons with the Giants (over two stints) and also played for the Padres and A’s. He was a 6-time All-Star, NL MVP, former NL Rookie of the Year, and he hit 521 home runs. The sports world paid trib...2018Continue with NL MVP statistics
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• Ted Williams 'Would Have Loved' David Ortiz Hitting Home Run No. 521
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• Remembering Orlando Cepeda
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• Orlando Cepeda passes away at 86
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• Watch: Barry Bonds honors Willie McCovey at celebration of life
A celebration of life was held at AT&T Park, the home of the San Francisco Giants, to honor Willie McCovey, who died on October 31. Barry Bonds, who paid tribute to McCovey on Twitter shortly after his passing, was one of the many men to speak. Bonds detailed what McCovey meant as a kid growing up around him and other Giants greats like his father, Bobby Bonds, godfather, Willie Mays. Beyond just ...2018Visit the page Barry Bonds
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• Barry Bonds to the late Willie McCovey: ‘I love you’
Growing up in the San Francisco Giants organization, Barry Bonds knew Willie McCovey since childhood. After McCovey’s passing on Wednesday, Bonds took to Twitter to say goodbye. In a series of tweets on Wednesday night, Bonds joined many in the world of baseball (and sports in general) in paying tribute to the late Hall of Famer. Bonds and McCovey are more than just Giants greats. Barry’s father, ...2018See more Barry Bonds
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• Hall of Famer McCovey dies at 80
Willie McCovey, one of the great left-handed power hitters of all-time, a first-ballot inductee into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1986 and a beloved member of the San Francisco Giants family, passed away peacefully Wednesday after a battle with health issues. He was 80 years old....2018
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• Top 10 moments in McCovey's HOF career
There are a handful of sluggers from history whose tape-measure blasts would have been perfect for today's Statcast tracking technology. Babe Ruth, Bo Jackson, Mark McGwire and Barry Bonds all come to mind. But one hitter you might not think of right away -- but should -- is Hall of Famer Willie McCovey....2018See more articles Babe Ruth
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• Holland eyes spot on his family's favorite club
Should Derek Holland win a job on the Giants' Opening Day rotation, he'll learn plenty about Willie Mays and Willie McCovey, Stu Miller and the 1961 All-Star Game, the Alou brothers, Masanori Murakami, Bobby and Barry Bonds, Jack and Will Clark, Brian Johnson, the 'Stick (Candlestick Park) and the Shooter (Rod Beck). Count on it....2018Visit the page Derek Holland
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• Holland eyes spot on his family's favorite club
Should Derek Holland win a job on the Giants' Opening Day rotation, he'll learn plenty about Willie Mays and Willie McCovey, Stu Miller and the 1961 All-Star Game, the Alou brothers, Masanori Murakami, Bobby and Barry Bonds, Jack and Will Clark, Brian Johnson, the 'Stick (Candlestick Park) and the Shooter (Rod Beck). Count on it....2018Read about Derek Holland
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• David Ortiz Selects Ultimate All-Star Team of His Era's Biggest Stars
2016Visit the page David Ortiz
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• Pujols belts No. 522 for 18th place on homer list
Angels first baseman Albert Pujols assumed sole possession of 18th place on the all-time home run list -- belting No. 522 on Sunday against the Royals to move past Ted Williams, Willie McCovey and Frank Thomas....2015Click for news about Albert Pujols
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• McCovey: Anti-steroid HOF letter shot at Bonds
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• Forever a Giants treasure, McCovey turns 80
2018
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• This Day in Braves History: Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine elected to Hall of Fame
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• Papi passes HOF trio with 522nd home run
David Ortiz's 2,000th hit for the Red Sox was also a milestone homer -- No. 522 -- in which he passed Hall of Famers Ted Williams, Willie McCovey and Frank Thomas for 19th on the all-time list....2016See also David Ortiz
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• Papi passes HOF trio with 522nd home run
David Ortiz's 2,000th hit for the Red Sox was also a milestone homer -- No. 522 -- in which he passed Hall of Famers Ted Williams, Willie McCovey and Frank Thomas for 19th on the all-time list....2016Check it out David Ortiz
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• Jim Davenport, Former Giants Player and Manager, Dies at Age 82
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• Perry lauded on eve of statue dedication
The statue of Gaylord Perry, which the Giants will unveil Saturday outside AT&T Park, is guaranteed to be a superb rendering of the Hall of Fame right-hander. Will Behrends, the sculptor who created Perry's bronze likeness, already has proven his skill by fashioning the images of Willie Mays, Willie McCovey, Juan Marichal and Orlando Cepeda that grace the ballpark's exterior....2016Read about Gaylord Perry
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• This day in Braves History: McCann hits first video review walk-off homer over MarlinsPhoto by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Of course the Braves were the first team to have something like this happen. Braves Franchise History 1930: A little comedy is injected into an 11-inning, 9-8 Braves victory over the Phillies. The Braves’ Rabbit Maranville makes the third out of the 4th inning in a steal attempt at second base. He argues vigorously and at length. Fresco Thompson of the P...2024Visit the page Rabbit Maranville -
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• Orlando Cepeda passes away at 86
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