April 11 in Yankees History: The Yankees trade for 38 year old Enos Slaughter, the Cardinals get Bill Virdon in return who will win ROY (1954)

On April 11, 1954 — The New York Yankees trade two minor leaguers along with rookie right-hander Mel Wright to the Cardinals in exchange for 38 year-old right-fielder Enos Slaughter. The future Hall of Fame outfielder will hit only .239 in 79 games during his first tenure with the Bronx Bombers, but

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