I’m happy to announce that my book Reflections on the 1919 Black Sox: Time for Another Look is now available on Amazon in e-book form. The paperback should also be available shortly…
We’re Contacted by Nephew of 1930s Indians Star, Joe Vosmik!
“We offered no fewer than five players for Joe Vosmik, who is my idea of the type of left fielder we could use at Yankee Stadium.” –Yankee GM Ed Barrow
The Classic 1926 World Series: “Ol’ Pete” Alexander to the Rescue!
With the start of the 2019 World Series just around the corner, my tour through memorable World Series stops today in the exciting 1926 World Series…
Was Buck Weaver Treated Fairly by Judge Landis?
With the 2019 World Series just around the corner, here’s one more look at the 1919 Black Sox scandal, this time turning the spotlight on Buck Weaver and asking the question whether he received just punishment…
September 28, 1941 and 1960: Dramatic Days For the Great Ted Williams
“A man has to have goals – for a day, for a lifetime – and that was mine, to have people say, ‘There goes Ted Williams, the greatest hitter who ever lived'” –Ted Williams…
Let’s Remember the Dean Brothers: Dizzy and Daffy!
“Gee, Paul”, if I’d a-known you was gonna throw a no-hitter, I’d a-throw’ed one too!” -Dizzy Dean, after his brother threw a no-hitter in the nightcap of a double-header…
Stan Musial Strikes Out Three Times!
Here’s something to really think about. It should wake up anyone who doesn’t think the game has changed drastically over the years…
Another Look At The 1919 World Series, Shoeless Joe Jackson, Part Two: Joe’s Play in the Field And At-Bat
“You know, he was such a remarkable hitter it was almost impossible for him to swing without meeting the ball solidly.” Teammate Dickie Kerr, speaking of Joe Jackson
Another Look At The 1919 Black Sox Scandal: Shoeless Joe Jackson, Part One – Did Joe Confess?
“The Supreme Being – not Judge Landis – will be my judge. The Good Lord knows I’m innocent of any wrongdoing.” – Joe Jackson
The Sad Saga of Babe Ruth and the “Baby Ruth” Candy Bar
“Well, I ain’t eatin’ your damned candy bar anymore!” —Babe Ruth, 1927
…And after you read the story, who could blame him?
Spotlight on the “Eight Men Out,” Part Three: Eddie “Knuckles” Cicotte
“I admit I did wrong, but I’ve paid for it the past 45 years.” -Eddie Cicotte, commenting in a 1965 interview on his role in the 1919 Black Sox scandal.
Spotlight On The “Eight Men Out,” Part Two: Buck Weaver!
With the 100th anniversary of the 1919 Black Sox scandal fast approaching, I’ll continue with a look at the “Eight Men Out,” turning the spotlight today on George “Buck” Weaver.
Let’s Turn the Spotlight on the “Eight Men Out”: Ringleader “Chick” Gandil
“We could never pull it off,” Chick Gandil said to gambler Sport Sullivan when asked about a conspiracy to throw the 1919 World Series. “Don’t be silly,” Sullivan replied, “It’s been pulled before and it can be again.”
Rogers Hornsby Traded Again!
“Nobody liked our manager Rogers Hornsby. There was a real pr**k. Except for his racing forms, there was no newspapers, no movies, no beer, nothing. Women and horses, that was his downfall.” – St. Louis Browns pitcher Les Tietje
We made it!! Happy Opening Day!!
For old-time baseball fans like us, if there’s a better day of the year than Opening Day, I’m not sure what it is!
Here’s One for Our Many Dead Ball Era Fans: Let’s Turn the Spotlight on Baseball “Lifer,” Pat Moran!
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The Leslie Jones Boston Public Library Baseball Collection, Part One
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Birthday Anniversary for the Great Honus Wagner; Born February 24, 1874
Thanks to our resident baseball artist, Don Stokes, for calling to our attention that today is the birthday anniversary of Honus Wagner. He was born 145 years ago today. Don has also come through with a beautiful colorization of the great Dutchman.
Another Edition of: From the Lighter Side! How Did “Shoeless” Joe Jackson Get His Famous Nickname?
“You shoeless sonofagun you!” –A fan yelling at 20-year old Greenville Spinner outfielder, Joseph Jackson, who was playing that day in his stocking feet.
And the rest, as they say, is history…
Frank Chance Takes the Yankees’ Managerial Helm, January 8, 1913
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The Brooklyn Dodgers Trade Casey Stengel, January 2, 1918!
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Another Edition of Lopsided Trades! The Phillies Trade Ace “Old Pete” Alexander For… Who??
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Stan Musial Named 1948 MVP!
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Black Sox Ringleader Arnold “Chick” Gandil Tells His Story!
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It’s Time For a Quiz! Let’s Have Some Fun With Baseball Trivia: MVP Awards!
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An Amazing Stat from the Hall-of-Fame Career of the Great Stan Musial!
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Back Into the Dead Ball Era We Go! The 1918 Season and the Pennant-Winning Cubs!
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Joe DiMaggio’s 56-Game Hitting Streak Begins, May 15, 1941!
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Who Won the 1910 Batting Title, Ty Cobb or Nap Lajoie?
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Let’s Remember The Great Rogers Hornsby On His Birthday, April 27, 1896
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From the Lighter Side! “Casey Stengel Commits a Baseball No-No…And Lands In Hot Water!”
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What Can You Tell Me About This Photo?
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The Great Yankee Manager, Miller Huggins, Colorized by Don Stokes
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The Latest From Our Resident Baseball Artist, Don Stokes!
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Beautiful Don Stokes Colorization of Jimmie Foxx!
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Back to the Dead Ball Era We Go! 1918 Cubs!
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Spotlight On The “Eight Men Out”: Buck Weaver
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Two Of Our Readers Related To Former Phillies and Cub Manager Jimmie Wilson!
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Beautiful Colorization of Hank Greenberg by Don Stokes!
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Cardinals Trade Player-Manager Rogers Hornsby Shortly After Winning the 1926 World Series!
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