May 22 in Detroit Tigers History: American League umpire Billy Evans needs a police escort after argumentative Detroit Tigers manager Hughie Jennings incites a riot (1907)

On May 22, 1907 — American League umpire Billy Evans needs a police escort after argumentative Detroit Tigers manager Hughie Jennings incites a riot. Jennings will be suspended. [jetpack_subscription_form title=”Join the Community” subscribe_text=”We bring you cool stories about the game, players, b

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