There’s really not much I can add regarding the significance of April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson’s debut, that hasn’t been discussed at length before. But, as I… Read more “The First Jackie Robinson Day – in 1947”
Tag: Pee Wee Reese
A Moment in Time – 5/7/41
Wednesday, May 7, 1941, Ebbets Field, Brooklyn, the first place Cardinals in town, bottom of the 9th inning, game tied 3-3, and veteran umpire Lou Jorda has… Read more “A Moment in Time – 5/7/41”
The Call Heard ‘Round The World
9/27/51, Braves Field, Boston, bottom of the 8th inning: Boston Brave Bob Addis slides into Roy Campanella as umpire Frank Dascoli looks on. Addis was called safe,… Read more “The Call Heard ‘Round The World”
Behind the Bag 