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Connie Mack Passes Away

ByThis Day in Baseball February 8, 1956November 29, 2024

On February 8, 1956, one of baseball’s most prominent figures, Connie Mack, dies at the age of 93 from old age and hip surgery. He was known as “The Tall Tactician” and was baseball’s grand old gentleman for more than a generation. Statuesque, stately, and slim, he clutched a rolled-up scorecard as he sat or…

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The Washington Senators trade for Whitey Herzog in seven player deal

ByTom February 8, 1956February 3, 2024

The Washington Senators send pitcher Mickey McDermott and shortstop Bob Kline to the New York Yankees in exchange for catcher Lou Berberet, outfielder Whitey Herzog, and three more players.

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