On April 16, 1929, the New York Yankees become the first team to permanently feature numbers on the backs of their uniforms. The numbers correspond to each player’s position in the batting...
On April 15, 1976, the New York Yankees defeat the Minnesota Twins , 11-4, in the first game at the newly renovated Yankee Stadium. Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle , Whitey Ford, and...
April 14 1921 Philadelphia Athletics vs New York Yankees Welcome to today’s ballgame here at Polo Grounds, right in the heart of beautiful New York on this fine Thursday on April 14,...
On April 14, 1955 — Elston Howard, who will be named the American League’s MVP in 1963, becomes the first black to play for the New York Yankees . The 26-year-old catcher/outfielder...
April 13 1921 Philadelphia Athletics vs New York Yankees Welcome to today’s ballgame here at Polo Grounds, right in the heart of beautiful New York on this fine Wednesday on April 13,...
April 13, 1971 – Thurman Munson addresses the crowd after receiving his “Rookie of the Year” award. the rookie catcher earned 23 of the 24 first-place ballot votes, topping Cleveland Indians outfielder...
On April 13, 1921 – – In the season opener for the New York Yankees , at the polo grounds and opening day record of 37,000 see Babe Ruth go 5 for...
On April 13, 1913 — In a game which features President Woodrow Wilson throwing out the first pitch, Washington’s Walter Johnson gives up an unearned run in the first inning of the...
[adrotate banner=”32″] On April 12, 1970, plaques honoring Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle are dedicated at Yankee Stadium. The plaques are located in center field and will eventually be moved to “Monument...
April 11, 1974 New York Yankees at Detroit TigersTodays game features the New York Yankees visiting the Detroit Tigers at Tiger Stadium Todays starting pitchers are Mel Stottlemyre vs Joe Coleman The...