On January 17, 1916, the New York Giants purchase three stars from the Federal League: pitcher Fred Anderson, outfielder Benny Kauff, and catcher Bill Rariden, from the Brooklyn Tip Tops for $35,000....
[adrotate banner=”42″] On January 16 2003 — The owners establish the minimum age of 14 for bat boys. The change from not having any age requirement is prompted by a near collision...
[adrotate banner=”42″] On January 16 1996 — The San Francisco Giants sign much-acclaimed amateur free agent Osvaldo Fernandez. The Cuban national squad’s All-Star pitcher, who defected as his club played Team USA...
On January 15 1888 — In San Francisco, CA, New York Giants pitcher George Van Haltren tosses a no-hitter against the St. Louis Browns in an exhibition game. The only solidly hit...
On January 14 2002 — Slugger Barry Bonds , stating his heart has always been in San Francisco, avoids arbitration by agreeing to a five-year, $90 million deal with the San Francisco...
On January 10, 1928, New York Giants owner Charles Stoneham, displeased with Rogers Hornsby’s abrasive style and gambling habits, trades his second baseman to the Boston Braves for backstop prospect Shanty Hogan...
On January 8, 1986 , former San Francisco Giants great Willie McCovey is elected to the Hall of Fame. McCovey, who receives 346 votes, becomes the 16th player to gain election in...
On January 6, 1958, Willie Mays of the San Francisco Giants signs a contract worth $65,000. It’s the largest deal ever signed by a member of the Giants. More San Francisco Giants...
[adrotate banner=”42″] On January 5, 2007 — Felipe Alou is named special assistant to Brian Sabean, general manager of the Giants. The team’s 72 year-old former manager (2003-06), handling both major league...
On January 5, 1957, Jackie Robinson of the Brooklyn Dodgers officially announces his retirement, voiding a recent trade to the rival New York Giants. In December, the Dodgers had dealt Robinson to...