For Billy Martin’s fight on August 5, Jim Brewer and the Cubs hit back with a $1,040,000 law suit. The claim will be settled in court and Martin will be liable for $25,000 in damages.

On August 22, 1960 —  For Billy Martin’s fight on August 5, Jim Brewer and the Cubs hit back with a $1,040,000 law suit.

When informed of the suit, Martin responded, “I wonder if they want this in cash or by check.”The claim will be settled in court and Martin will be liable for $25,000 in damages.