If you're from Philly and you're over 60, then you probably know that Chico Ruiz stole home and started the Phillies epic 10-game losing streak in 1964. And if you're from Philly and you have not yet celebrated your 60th birthday yet, you've still probably heard about this; because your Mom and Dad, and your Grandma and Grandpa, and all your aunts and uncles still talk about … [Read more...] about Chico Ruiz Steals Home to Start Phillies Skid – September 21, 1964
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Bobby Cox Ejected MLB Record 158th time – September 17, 2010
Bobby Cox was ejected for the 158th and last time on September 17, 2010. It was the 152nd game of the season for the longtime Atlanta Braves skipper, who was able to manage his way through remaining ten games of his career without having an umpire inviting to leave. Cox played two undistinguished seasons for the Yankees in 1968 and 1969, but earned his way into the Hall of … [Read more...] about Bobby Cox Ejected MLB Record 158th time – September 17, 2010
Mickey Mantle Hits 50th HR. Maris already has 53 – September 3, 1961
Mickey Mantle his 49th and 50th home runs of the season on September 3, 1961. He joined Roger Maris in “the 50 home run club”. Maris at that point already had 53 homers. Both Mantle and Maris were now ahead of Babe Ruth’s 1927 60 home run (in 154 games, per Commissioner Ford Frick’s edict) pace. Bob Holbrook, in the Boston Globe wrote. Luis Arroyo said it nicely “You … [Read more...] about Mickey Mantle Hits 50th HR. Maris already has 53 – September 3, 1961
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For the last thirteen years the Yankees have led Major League Baseball in payroll spending, but all streaks eventually come to an end, and this one looks like it’s going to end this year.
USA today reports:
NEW YORK (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers are on track to become only the second major league team with a $200 … [Read more...] about $200mm Dodgers
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