Hall of Famer Clarence “Dazzy” Vance dies at the age of 69

ByThis Day in Baseball February 16, 1961September 24, 2019

On February 16, 1961, Hall of Famer Clarence “Dazzy” Vance dies at the age of 69. Vance went 197-140 over a 16-year career. Vance led the National League in wins in 1924 and ’25 with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

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Charlie Finley purchases the outstanding 48 percent of the Athletics stock to become their sole owner.

ByThis Day in Baseball February 16, 1961February 16, 2020

1961 – Charlie Finley purchases the outstanding 48 percent of the Athletics stock to become their sole owner.

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Day: February 16, 1961

Hall of Famer Clarence “Dazzy” Vance dies at the age of 69

Charlie Finley purchases the outstanding 48 percent of the Athletics stock to become their sole owner.

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