The National League finally approves the use of uniform numbers to identify players.

The National League finally approves the use of uniform numbers to identify players. Although some teams in the AL implemented digits on their jerseys on a regular basis a few seasons ago, the Senior Circuit had refused to follow suit, probably as the result of the Cardinals being harassed by opposing players and fans when they wore numerals on their sleeves in 1923.

Doc Cramer of the A’s collects six hits in consecutive times at bats in the same game

Doc Cramer of the A’s collects six hits in consecutive times at bats in the same game

  Special Memory or Event? Want to have some fun? Advertise your business? Dedicate this page On June 20, 1932 – Doc Cramer of the A’s collects six hits in consecutive times at bat in a nine-inning game. Cramer will do this again in 1935, the only American League player to repeat the feat. Mule Haas adds a grand slam for the A’s‚ while Jimmie…

1932 – Pitcher Jack Quinn, at age 47, becomes the oldest player in major league history to have an extra-base hit (a double) as the Brooklyn Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs, 9 – 2. Julio Franco will break the record over 70 years later.

1932 – Pitcher Jack Quinn, at age 47, becomes the oldest player in major league history to have an extra-base hit (a double) as the Brooklyn Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs, 9 – 2. Julio Franco will break the record over 70 years later.

With new manager Bill Terry at the helm‚ the Giants sweep the Phils‚ 10 - 4 and 6 - 4‚ to move out of last place in the National Leagu

With new manager Bill Terry at the helm‚ the Giants sweep the Phils‚ 10 – 4 and 6 – 4‚ to move out of last place in the National League.

With new manager Bill Terry at the helm‚ the Giants sweep the Phils‚ 10 – 4 and 6 – 4‚ to move out of last place in the National League.