February 9 in Texas Rangers History: Washington Senators owner Clark Griffith names 2B Bucky Harris Nationals’ manager (1924)

On February 9 1924 — Washington Senators owner Clark Griffith names 2B Bucky Harris, last year’s team captain, as the new Nationals’ manager. Harris had annoyed Griffith by playing pro basketball over the winter, in violation of his contract, but the owner still tabs him the job. Harris, 28, team ca

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