April 18 in Yankees History: Commissioner Happy Chandler gives Ted Williams his American League MVP Award (1950)

[adrotate banner=”49″] On April 18, 1950 — At Fenway Park, Commissioner Happy Chandler gives Ted Williams his American League MVP Award, and then Governor Paul Dever tosses out the first ball. To the delight of 31,822 fans, Boston rips New York Yankees starter Allie Reynolds with a five-run 4th inni

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