A quick post to denote the sad passing of Hall-of-Famer Frank Robinson, today at the age of 83. The accolades are many: Rookie-of-the-Year in 1956 (photo above… Read more “In Memoriam: Frank Robinson”
Category: County Stadium
A Moment in Time – 5/22/52
Thursday, May 22, 1952, the St Louis Cardinals at the Polo Grounds, no score, bottom of the 2nd inning, one away, and Willie Mays barrels into home… Read more “A Moment in Time – 5/22/52”
Pastime Portraiture: Eddie Mathews, Hank Aaron
Okay, last one for now. Two for the price of one, Sunday, August 18, 1957, Eddie Mathews and Hank Aaron wait their turn at the cage prior… Read more “Pastime Portraiture: Eddie Mathews, Hank Aaron”
Pastime Portraiture: Frank Robinson
“Going over the hitters it was decided that we should pitch Frank Robinson underground.” – Jim Bouton How about a series of classic baseball portraits? I come… Read more “Pastime Portraiture: Frank Robinson”
A Moment In Time – 7/12/55
Tuesday, July 12, 1955, the 22nd All-Star Game, County Stadium, Milwaukee. Top of the 7th inning, AL up 5-0, one on, two out, and Willie Mays leaps… Read more “A Moment In Time – 7/12/55”
Behind the Bag 