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This is not Baseball, but I wanted to recognize my brother, Howard Dixon, on what would have been his 90th birthday. He was the 1950 Golden Gloves lightweight champion, 126 pounds, champion in Kansas tournament. The 118 pound champion was our neighbor, Eddie Dwight Jr.
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Saluting my Great Grandfather, Howard Dixon, and his older brother Phillip Dixon who fought in the Civil. We don't have a photograph of them, former slaves. Both served as members of the First Mississippi Infantry (African Descent) later renamed the 51st US Colored Infantry.
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My Great Grandfather, Howard Dixon, a former slave, fought, and was injured in the Civil War. A member of the First Mississippi Infantry (African Descent) later renamed the 51st US Colored Infantry. He fought at Milliken's Bend, Louisiana, and at Ross Landing 1864.
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January 13, 1982, Baseball greats Hank Aaron and Frank Robinson were elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Aaron received just 406 of possible 415 votes. How on earth did someone not vote for Aaron?
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I am a descendent of the Bruce family who’s photograph of B. K. Bruce is in the background. I am still trying to formulate my thoughts of disgust at what I’ve witnessed this past week. Thank you
@igorbobic
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One more detail about the chase up the Senate steps by a mob carrying a Confederate flag: it happened in front of portrait of Sen. Blanche Kelso Bruce, a Mississippi Republican who was the first Black senator to serve a full term, during Reconstruction
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January 20, 1947, Hall of Fame catcher/outfielder, Joshua Gibson “Josh” died in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (L to R), Satchel Paige and Gibson. If you are enjoying these tweets please share and follow. My content is original, historic, and entertaining.
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Another tribute!
November 28, 1973, Former Second Lieutenant and Vietnam veteran Al Bumbry, a .337 hitter for the Baltimore Orioles, is named the American League Rookie of the Year. At age 26, he is the oldest player to win the award in the preceding 10 years.
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This is one of my favorite baseball photos of all-time. Believe it are not, it was taken at the turn of the century. However, he looks like someone I could have grown up knowing. I post it at least twice a year.
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This is why I stay committed to my lifelong ambition to bring awareness to baseball’s African-American stars. It’s not a job, it’s my passion. No amount of hate will ever stop
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December 9, 1930, Andrew “Rube” Foster, renowned pitcher, team owner and Negro National League President, died in Kankakee, Illinois after a four year illness. He should be a National Hero.
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Sometimes we can’t find the words to express our feelings. This is how I feel right now.
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For those who continue to follow the progress of my granddaughter Birdie, here’s her latest photograph. She is walking again, and all is well after the liver transplant. She is an inspiration for our entire family! It’s been a journey, but God is truly blessing her.
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You would be amazed at items I pick up on the road when traveling and talking about the Negro baseball leagues. Since you’re watching can some of you follow to push me over 12,300. Thanks in advance!
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June 14, 1931, Josh Gibson Homestead Grays' catcher banged two home runs in three at-bats, in the second game of a doubleheader, in Canton, Ohio, to defeat the Sweaney Bakers team in a 10-2 victory. Follow
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My transplant granddaughter is doing wonderful! Now wearing a cast on her ankle to stretch a tendon, otherwise feeling fabulous, and not yet 3-years-old!
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UPDATE: WE JUST GOT THE CALL! They have a liver for Birdie! Her surgery will be in the next day or so. Please continue with your prayers for the procedure! My family and I appreciate everyone’s prayers! Thank you!
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This is me with my nephew. He recently passed because of complications from coronavirus. We were at the Royals Fan Fest in January having a great time! Now he’s gone! Damn! I’m so angry at this president! I can’t wait to vote him out! Someone surely understands my emotion!
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One arrest for the destruction of the Jackie Robinson statue, but other arrest will soon follow in Wichita, Kansas. I will keep you posted right here!
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January 12, 1951, Four-time batting champion Bill Madlock is born in Memphis, Tennessee. In two years, 1975 and 1976, he led the National League in batting with .354 and .339 averages with the Cubs. Led with a .341 in 1981 and .323 in 1983 both with Pirates.
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It’s been six days since the transplant! Her body is getting used to her new liver. In addition Birdie is getting back to her normal self, telling the nurses she doesn’t like blankets on her legs and keeps telling them to take it off! Thanks for everyone’s prayers and comments!
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I had the pleasure of meeting a Baseball Great from my youth at the Buck O’Neil Scouting National session for Major League Baseball How many of you remember Ralph Garr? He had speed to burn!
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LONGEST DAY EVER.
Birdie is out of liver transplant surgery and back in the PICU. As far as the team can tell, things went well and we’re preparing for our journey to recovery. Thank you to everyone for the continued prayers.
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My tribute to Negro Leaguer, Hall of Famers and Military veteran, John “Buck” O’Neil on Memorial Day 2023.
#CBSTaps
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December 9, 1965, In 3-for-1 trade, Cincinnati Reds traded Frank Robinson to Baltimore Orioles for pitchers Milt Pappas, Jack Baldschun and outfielder Dick Simpson. How did that work out? Feel free to comment.
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June 7, 1966, American League Kansas City Athletics picking second, drafted Reggie Jackson who had batted .327 in 52 games with Arizona State. He received a $85,000 bonus for signing. Follow
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January 18, 1938, Curtis Charles Flood "Curt,” legendary for his fight to free all baseball players from a lifetime of MLB team control and abuse, is born in Houston, Texas. He was known to have said, "I am pleased that God made my skin Black - but I wish He had made it thicker."
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November 28, 1973, Former Second Lieutenant and Vietnam veteran Al Bumbry, a .337 hitter with the Baltimore Orioles, is named the American League Rookie of the Year. At age 26, he is the oldest player to win the award in the preceding 10 years.
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May 22, 1968, Willie Stargell went 5-for-5 with 3 home runs, a double and a single as the National League Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cubs in a 13-6 final in Chicago.
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A Rube Foster quote for the day. “We can beat any big league team in the United States and they all know it,” stated Foster to a reporter at the San Diego Evening Tribune newspaper in California, November 3, 1915.
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Tipping my cap and wearing my Negro League mask while standing at the burial site of baseball’s greatest and most influential pitcher, Leroy “Satchel” Paige. The words on the back of his monument were written by me! Order your mask at
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The Satchel Paige home renovation is underway in Kansas City.
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November 6, 1965, Houston Astros' second baseman, Joe Morgan, is named Sporting News Rookie of the Year. In his rookie season, Morgan appeared in 157 games, batted 601 times, and picked up 163 hits. Give me your best Morgan story.
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February 1, 1944,Paul L.D. Blair, born in Cushing, Oklahoma. In 1967 Blair led the American League in triples with twelve.
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December 13, 1923, Lawrence Eugene Doby, AKA "Larry," is born in Camden, South Carolina. He led the American League in home runs with 32 in 1952.
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Birdie Update! Thanks to everyone who has followed, and prayed for my granddaughter over the past 4 or 5 months! Her new liver is working well. Today my daughter, and son-in-law closed on a new home. Now Birdie will have a home to grow and prosper! She is still smiling!
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September 7, 1973, Bill Madlock made his major league debut with the Texas Rangers. He would win batting titles in 1975, 76, 81 and 83. He's .305 lifetime. Same number of batting titles as famers Harry Heilmann and Cap Anson, but Madlock is not in the Hall of Fame. WHY?
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HELLO, Kansas City! GOODBYE, Omaha! After 47 days, 8 surgeries, a choledochal cyst removal, liver transplant and omphalocele closure, WE ARE HEADED HOME!
Thank you to everyone for your prayers and positive thoughts that carried her through this extended stay. God is good!
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November 19, 1945, Bobby Tolan, who led the National League in stolen bases with 57 in 1970, as a member of the Cincinnati Reds, was born in Los Angeles, California. In High School, Tolan played for legendary Negro League Coach, Chet Brewer along with other future big leaguers.
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Long day for my granddaughter! Birdie started her morning with a liver biopsy and unfortunately we got word that her liver is “not happy” That means she’s being admitted. Prayers for a quick turn around on the IV steroids. She will start this evening. She is in good spirits.
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September 23, 1962, Maury Wills broke Ty Cobb's record of 97 stolen bases in one year. Wills would finish with 104 stolen bases for the season. I love this image! Your comments about this record are appreciated.
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June 8, 1982, Hall of Fame pitcher Leroy “Satchel” Paige died in Kansas City, Missouri. He is buried at Forest Lawn cemetery. I am honored to have written a tribute on the back of his monument.
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We are settled in back at home!
Birdie’s liver responded well to the 3 day high dose steroid course she received while inpatient. However, the fact that we’ve dealt with rejection twice within four months means there could be something else. Your prayers are appreciated.
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Things you never get credit for! I found this photo of Andrew "Rube" Foster, born today, September 17, 1879 in Calvert, Texas, in the Kansas City Call archives. The editor Ms. Lucile Bluford let me to use it for my 2nd book. Pirates have scanned the hell out of it ever since.
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In Memoriam, Willie Mays, 1931-2024. Speechless tonight!
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44+ years of dope original Negro League content and MLB history. Books, documentary films, speeches, and more. Seeking 40 new followers to reach 12,000. Its my super goal on Super Bowl Sunday. Thanks everybody for your love and support. Keep following, sharing and learning.
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Enjoying my Memorial Day ritual of visiting the burial sites of our African American ancestors to share my appreciation and gratitude for their unyielding contributions to a better Nation and International society. God bless you Satchel Paige.
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I ran into a guy from Minnesota at a local hotel and we started discussing baseball because he was wearing a KC Royals baseball cap. I told him my name and it turns out that he follows me on Twitter. Welcome to the best benefits of social media.
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On October 3, 1974, Frank Robinson, age 39, replaced Cleveland Indians manager, Ken Aspromonte, to become the American League's first African-American manager. Robinson's new one-year contract as manager will be for $180,000 making him the highest paid manager in baseball.
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April 8, 1974, Hank Aaron hit his 715th career home run, breaking The Babe's major league record. Where were you on that day?
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December 14, 1980, Missouri native, Elston Gene Howard, former Kansas City Monarch's catcher and outfielder for the New York Yankees, died in New York City. He was a two-time Gold Glove winner and the 1963 American League MVP.
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Birdie just went into the operation room to receive her new liver. Please continue to pray for her!
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February 1, 1944, Paul L.D. Blair was born on this day in Cushing, Oklahoma. In 1967 Blair led the American League in triples with twelve. He appeared in six World Series.
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Picked up a copy of a 1977 version of “The Sports Collectors Bible.” The book listed my old Colorado Springs address where this picture of me was taken with part of my Baseball card collection. That was 47 years ago. Incredible!
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Birdie got her hair washed, conditioned and braided. Her French braids are amazing as has been her recovery! The surgery has been a pure blessing! Your continued prayers are much appreciated!
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January 13, 1982,Baseball greats Hank Aaron and Frank Robinson are elected to Baseball Hall of Fame. Aaron received just 406 of possible 415 votes. How do you not vote for Aaron?
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The team gave Birdie blood and restarted a medication called precedex. Within a few hours, her fever went down, her heart rate went into normal range and she was snuggling with an amazing life-sized Daniel Tiger, from Noel Furano-Delorenzo and her boys 💗 prayers appreciated!
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I never pass up an opportunity to inspire young baseball fans. I don’t know them, they don’t know me, we just love baseball!
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December 28, 1949, "The Hammer" left-handed hitting John David Milner, born on this date in Atlanta, Georgia, played in 1,215 big league games for several major league teams and logged 3,436 at-bats.
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November 20, 1951, Hank Aaron's professional baseball career began on this date when scout Ed Scott signed Aaron to a contract for the Indianapolis Clowns of the Negro American League.
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February 9, 1971, Leroy "Satchel" Paige, age 64, becomes the 1st Negro League qualified player to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame at Cooperstown, New York.
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I’ve been talking about Negro league baseball for over 40 years and I still have material I’ve never used. Is this possible?
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March 8, 1942, Richard Anthony Allen "Dick" is born at Wampum, Pennsylvania. Allen with 2 N.L. & 2 A.L. teams, leading A.L. in HR's 1972. My favorite of all-time.
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It was an historic day indeed when the original five of us had the vision and foresight to sign incorporation papers and gave birth to the new Negro Leagues Baseball Museum on this day, 32 years ago in Kansas City!
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As a sports historian I often reflect on Satchel Paige, who started his career in 1927, but didn’t get into the Hall of Fame at Cooperstown until 1971, when I was in the 10th grade. It makes me want to shed a tear for him and many others. Racism stinks on every level.
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Saturday marks 30 days since Birdie’s initial surgery. SO MUCH HAS HAPPENED SINCE! God’s love is big! The healing and resilience in Birdie’s mind and body has been remarkable! Today, it seems like she woke up and decided she’s ready to leave the PICU!
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It’s official! My current book is a recipient of the 2023 Illinois State Historical Society, “Best of Illinois History” an award which recognizes my contributions to Illinois history. I write the books, but a bunch of our great African American ancestors made the history.
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November 27, 1997, First baseman for the Homestead Grays, Walter Fenner Leonard “Buck,” died on this date in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. I had the pleasure of visiting his home in the fall of 1982 and taped our session on a cassette recorder.
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Birmingham! The entire experience is something my wife and I will always cherish!
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I don’t usually make these kinds of request on my Twitter, however if there are any prayer warriors who follow me, please pray for my granddaughter! She is 2 years old and had a very serious surgery yesterday. The recovery has been difficult. Your prayers are much appreciated.
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December 21, 1911, The legendary baseball player, Joshua “Josh” Gibson was born in Buena Vista, Georgia, Marion County, population 1,016. His motto, "A homer a day will boost my pay," served him well. He hit 40 of them for the 1931 Homestead Grays at age 19.
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Dear “Buck,” We started our journey in 1980! It took 40 years but you’re in the Hall of Fame with Fowler, Minoso and others from the Black Leagues. My work for Donaldson, Redding, Vic Harris, Scales and “Home Run” Johnson, the most recently rejected, continues.
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I am dedicating my Twitter page to my granddaughter as she works through real life situations! She is now listed on the liver transplant list and due to how critical she currently is they shot her to the top of the list A1. Your prayers are greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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December 17, 1933, Satchel Paige of L.A. Royal Giants' struck out 12 batters in a 3-2 win over Buck Newsom to spoil the pitcher's big celebration event at Los Angeles' White Sox Park on Buck Newsom Day in Winter League action.
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June 14, 1969, Reggie Jackson drove in 10 runs as he collected five (5) hits, two (2) of them home runs, two (2) singles, and a double in A's 21-7 bashing of the Red Sox in Boston. Follow Phil S. Dixon at
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I can now cross the Field of Dreams off my bucket list.
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July 28, 1938, Josh Gibson banged 4 home runs in a 17-4 Homestead Grays' bombardment of the Memphis Red Sox. The game was played in Zanesville, Ohio. It's time we saluted the man for all of his achievements.
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If you think this is the best Negro League site on Twitter (X), give me both a like and a share. We'll be watching and gauging your responses. Feel free to comment. I'm thanking everyone in advance...Phil S. Dixon, Author, Speaker, and Negro League Historian since 1980.
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Birdie is leaving the ICU and going to a regular room! Hooray! We had a chance to visit her this weekend in Omaha, Nebraska and she was so happy to see her grandparents! This has been one incredible journey and everyone’s prayers have truly blessed her! Thank you!
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December 29, 1950, Luke Easter, Cleveland's rookie initial sacker, who hit 28 home runs and drove in 107 runs while batting .280 took a new job off-season job as the Traveling Secretary and Official Greeter for the Harlem Globetrotters basketball team.
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Enjoying my Memorial Day ritual of visiting the burial sites of our African American ancestors to share my appreciation and gratitude for their unyielding contributions to a better Nation and International society. God bless you John “Buck” O’Neil.
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I wanted to alert everyone to my new book on John “Buck” O’Neil. It will be out by opening day. Look for details on how to order in advance. It has over 350 pages. I would love to hear your comments on the cover art!
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October 18, 1942, Detroit Tiger's great, Willie Horton, uniform
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, is born in Arno, Virginia. He hit two home runs in a game thirty times during his major league career, 1963 - 1980. He's 81 years old. Sound off with your best short story about this man among men.
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May 29, 1962, John "Buck" O'Neil, age 50, is selected by Chicago Cubs to become first African-American coach in the National League.
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Happy birthday Cool Papa! I’m still sharing the stories you shared with me. Along with the message you wanted to convey for generations not yet born.
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November 28, 1964, Third baseman, Richie (who perferred to be called him Dick) Allen, won the National League Rookie of the year award. He batted .318, slugged 29 homers while driving across 91 runs, and finished with 201 hits. His 125 runs scored led the National League.
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March 8, 1942, Richard Anthony Allen "Dick" is born at Wampum, Pennsylvania. Allen played with two National League and two American League teams. He lead A.L. in HR's 1972. He remains my favorite player of all-time.
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November 6, 1965, Houston Astros' second baseman, Joe Morgan, is named the Sporting News Rookie of the Year. In his rookie season Morgan appeared in 157 games, batted 601 times and picked up 163 hits.
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November 21, 1969, Kenneth "Ken" Griffey Jr., born in Donora, Pennsylvania, is an American baseball legend. Happy Birthday Mr. Griffey! If anyone has a memory, take a moment and share your best remembrance!
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December 7, 1995, The Cleveland A.L. team signed infielder Eddie Murray as a free agent. Growing up in Los Angeles, he was a bat boy for a Chet Brewer’s Rookies team. Don’t hold back, give me your best Murray story. Feel free to drop a baseball card image too.
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May 11, 1924, Moses Fleetwood Walker, the rarely recognized 1st African-American to play in the white major leagues, died in Cleveland, OH. Born October 7, 1856, this scholar/athlete attended the University of Michigan, Oberlin College, and the University of Michigan Law School.
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December 26, 1948, Carroll Christopher Chambliss, AKA "Chris" is born in Dayton, Ohio. In the majors 1971-88 with Indians,Yankees & Braves he achieved a lifetime .279 batting average in 2,175 games.
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March 7, 1991, Hall of Fame outfielder, James Thomas Bell, “Cool Papa” died in St. Louis, Missouri. Such great memories of he and wife Clara, conversations forever etched in my mind. I wrote a full page obituary, in the St. Louis, American to honor him.
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December 24, 1986, Reginald Martinez Jackson, age 39, soon to be 40, AKA "Reggie" is re-signed by the American League Oakland Athletics as a free agent. He was the A's second pick in the 1966 draft, signing for a reported bonus of $85,000.
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Proud to say Happy 37th Anniversary to my beautiful bride! If either of us have impacted you along the way we’d love to know! Always nice to receive your flowers while you can still enjoy them!
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November 28, 1973, Former Second Lieutenant and Vietnam veteran Al Bumbry, a .337 hitter for the Baltimore Orioles, is named the American League Rookie of the Year. At age 26, he is the oldest player to win the award in the preceding 10 years.
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December 17, 1944, James A. Stewart, age 37, a former member of Maryland's Piedmont Colored Giants, died in a German counter-offensive in Belgium. We died for a country that refused to let us enjoy the peaceful pursuit of National and American League baseball. Let that sink in.
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December 4, 1957, Baseball great, pitcher Lee Smith, was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. Smith led his league in saves 4 times, with 29, 47, 43, and 33, and finished his career with 478.
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October 22, 1933, Satchel Paige, pitching for the Royal Giants, struck out 18 White King batters in a 4-3, 12 inning win in Los Angeles, California.
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November 30, 1961, Billy Williams, age 23, of the Chicago Cubs is voted National League Rookie of the Year. He got 10 of the 16 votes cast by the Baseball Writers' Association. He batted .278 in 146 games and hit 20 doubles, 7 triples and 25 home runs while driving in 86 runs.
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