On February 13 1935 — Signing a contact written in French, Washington Senators outfielder Gus Dugas, who was born in Quebec, is acquired by the Montreal Royals of the International League. More...
On February 11 1985 — Minnesota Twins first baseman Kent Hrbek signs a new contract making him the club’s first million dollar player. More Minnesota Twins history & fan-cave gifts → Source:...
On February 10 1923 — The Boston Red Sox send catcher Muddy Ruel and pitcher Allen Russell to the Washington Senators in exchange for catcher Val Picinich and outfielders Howie Shanks and...
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...
On February 4 2002 –The Minnesota Supreme Court refuses to consider an appeal of an injunction that forces the Twins to fulfill their Metrodome lease this year. The decision puts an end...
On February 3 1979 — The Minnesota Twins trade star first baseman Rod Carew to the California Angels for outfielder Ken Landreaux and three lesser players (Dave Engle, Paul Hartzell and Brad...
On February 3 1975 — Billy Herman, Earl Averill and Bucky Harris are selected for the Hall of Fame by the Special Veterans Committee. Herman was a ten-time All-Star second baseman who...
On February 3 1942 — Major League owners hold a meeting to discuss regulations to be used during World War II. The owners decide to have each team play 14 night games,...
On January 27 1927 — The Cleveland Indians hire Jack McCallister as their new manager after after Tris Speaker abruptly resigned because of the betting scandal. McCallister coached the tribe from 1920-1926....
On January 25, 1943, the Yankees sell future Hall of Famer Lefty Gomez to the rival Boston Braves . Gomez will never pitch in a game for the Braves, who decided to...