April 1 in Houston Astros History: Pitcher Bo Belinsky is sold to the Chicago White Sox. Having already left spring training to get engaged to (1968)

Pitcher Bo Belinsky is sold to the Chicago White Sox. Having already left spring training to get engaged to former Playmate of the Year Jo Collins, Belinsky refuses a minor-league assignment in Oklahoma City preferring Honolulu where the Sox have their AAA affiliate.

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