Boston Red Sox Team History & Encyclopedia

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Team Names: Boston Red Sox, Boston Americans

Seasons:  (1901 to Present)

 

 

 

World Championships: 9

1903, 1912 1915 1916 1918 2004 2007, 2013, 2018

All Time Team 

Biography

 

Notable Events and Chronology 

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American League is born January 28 1901

JimmyCollins

Jimmy Collins switches leagues but not cities

JimmyCollins

Jimmy Collins switches leagues but not cities

Cy Young Wins Home Opener for Boston Pilgrims

Cy Young Wins Home Opener for Boston Pilgrims

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Boston Americans go to wrong park

Boston's Cy Young notches his 12th straight win

Boston’s Cy Young notches his 12th straight win

On August 2, 1901 -- The Americans coast to a 16 - 0 win over the A's behind the pitching of Cy Young. It is Cy's 20th win of the year versus five losses.

cy young wins 20th game

BillDinneen

Bill Dineen switchs from Beaneaters (Braves) to crosstown (Red Sox)

Earl Averill Cleveland Indians

The Earl of Snohomish – Earl Averill is born

tom yawkey

Tom Yawkey is born in Detroit, Michigan. Born under the name Thomas Austin

On Opening Day, before 8,376 fans at Huntington Avenue Baseball Grounds, the Boston Americans defeat the Philadelphia Athletics in the morning game of a Patriots' Day twin bill

On Opening Day, before 8,376 fans at Huntington Avenue Baseball Grounds, the Boston Americans defeat the Philadelphia Athletics in the morning game of a Patriots’ Day twin bill

Rube Waddell bests Bill Dineen as AL President Ban Johnson presents the 1902 AL Championship pennant to the Athletics.

Rube Waddell bests Bill Dineen as AL President Ban Johnson presents the 1902 AL Championship pennant to the Athletics.

Cy Young drives in the contest's lone run when he blanks the White Sox 1- 0 for his 4th consecutive shutout in 9 days

Cy Young drives in the contest’s lone run when he blanks the White Sox 1- 0 for his 4th consecutive shutout in 9 days

Cy Young goes all the way as Boston loses to the Highlanders, 15 - 14

Cy Young goes all the way as Boston loses to the Highlanders, 15 – 14

A crowd of 10‚600 cheer as the Boston Americans' Tom Hughes defeats the A's ace Rube Waddell‚ 5 - 1.

A crowd of 10‚600 cheer as the Boston Americans’ Tom Hughes defeats the A’s ace Rube Waddell‚ 5 – 1.

Patsy Dougherty

At Boston, the Americans trounce the Athletics, 12 – 1, in eight innings. Patsy Dougherty leads the way with three triples and two singles.

JimmyCollins

Boston Americans clinch their first AL pennant

Deacon Phillippe

First World Series Game Played Boston vs Pittsburgh

Deacon Phillippe

Deacon Phillippe wins his second start in two days Pirates take lead in series

Pirates take a 3-1 lead in first World Series

Pirates take a 3-1 lead in first World Series

Bill Dinneen

Boston Pilgrims win the first modern day World Series

Jimmy Collins signs a contract to manage the Boston Americans for three years

Jimmy Collins signs a contract to manage the Boston Americans for three years

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1903

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1903

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Red Ruffing who will win 273 games is born in Granville, Illinois

Cy Young

Boston ace Cy Young hurls a perfect game against the Philadelphia Athletics

Cy Young's 23-inning no-hit string ends

Cy Young’s 23-inning no-hit string ends

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In Boston, the Highlanders’ Jack Chesbro wins his 12th straight

Patsy Dougherty has another three hits as the Highlander beats his old teammate Jesse Tannehill and Boston, 8 - 4.

Patsy Dougherty has another three hits as the Highlander beats his old teammate Jesse Tannehill and Boston, 8 – 4.

Patsy Dougherty

The Highlanders salvage the last game of the series with the Americans, 10 – 1

Boston American hurler Jesse Tannehill no-hits the White Sox, 6-0.

Boston American hurler Jesse Tannehill no-hits the White Sox, 6-0.

Chick Stahl singles with two outs in the ninth to break up Bob Rhoads no hit bid

Chick Stahl singles with two outs in the ninth to break up Bob Rhoads no hit bid

George Stone

Boston Americans buy outfielder George Stone from the Washington Senators

Rube Waddell

Boston score the first runs off Rube Waddell in 44 innings

Patsy Dougherty leads the Highlanders over the Americans

Patsy Dougherty leads the Highlanders over the Americans

JimmyCollins

Jimmy Collins takes a vacation without permission, he is suspended

Portrait of Jack Coombs, pitcher for the Philadelphia Athletics. Stamped on back: "Charles M. Conlon, Evening Telegram, New York." Handwritten on back: "Jack Coombs, Athletics, 1908.

The American League’s longest game to date takes place in Boston before 16‚000 in this 24 inning marathon both starters Jack Coombs and Joe Harris go the distance.

Chick Stahl homers is last career at bat

Chick Stahl homers is last career at bat

Boston acquires lefty Patsy Flaherty, 2B Claude Ritchey, and OF Ginger Beaumont 

Boston acquires lefty Patsy Flaherty, 2B Claude Ritchey, and OF Ginger Beaumont 

The Boston Red Sox sign their fourth manager of the season, with Deacon McGuire replacing Bob Unglaub.

The Boston Red Sox sign their fourth manager of the season, with Deacon McGuire replacing Bob Unglaub.

Red Sox manager Deacon McGuire becomes is the oldest player to ever hit a pinch homer

Red Sox manager Deacon McGuire becomes is the oldest player to ever hit a pinch homer

Sam Crawford

The Detroit Tigers turn a triple play against the Boston Red Sox for the second day in a row

Cy Young

Boston Red Sox ace Cy Young pitches the third no-hitter of his career when he shuts down the New York Highlanders, 8-0.

The Highlanders' Pete Wilson makes his major league debut by shutting out Boston, 1 - 0.

The Highlanders’ Pete Wilson makes his major league debut by shutting out Boston, 1 – 0.

Bob Rhoads, outdueling Frank Arellanes, the only Mexican-American playing in the majors, tosses a no-hitter, beating the Red Sox at Cleveland's League Park, 2-1. Four years ago, the Indians right-hander held Boston hitless until Chick Stahl singled with two outs in the ninth inning.

Bob Rhoads, outdueling Frank Arellanes, the only Mexican-American playing in the majors, tosses a no-hitter, beating the Red Sox at Cleveland’s League Park, 2-1. Four years ago, the Indians right-hander held Boston hitless until Chick Stahl singled with two outs in the ninth inning.

Cy Young

Boston Red Sox trade Cy Young to the Cleveland Naps

Eddie Plank

The 61-year history of Shibe Park begins with the A’s defeating the Red Sox, 8-1

Red Sox rookie Larry Pape makes his debut with a 2 - 0 win over the Nationals.

Red Sox rookie Larry Pape makes his debut with a 2 – 0 win over the Nationals.

Smoky Joe Wood wins the nitecap, his second shutout in a row,

Fanning Feat By Smokey Joe Wood

Neal Ball completes the first unassisted triple play

Neal Ball completes the first unassisted triple play

Ty Cobb of the Detroit Tigers steals second base, third base, and home plate during the seventh inning of a 6-0 win over the Boston Pilgrims

Ty Cobb of the Detroit Tigers steals second base, third base, and home plate during the seventh inning of a 6-0 win over the Boston Pilgrims

The Athletics and Red Sox split a doubleheader and Red Sox also pick up pitcher Jack Chesbro (0-4) on waivers 

The Athletics and Red Sox split a doubleheader and Red Sox also pick up pitcher Jack Chesbro (0-4) on waivers 

The Boston Red Sox hire former Washington Senators skipper Patsy Donovan as manager, replacing Fred Lake. Lake will move across town to manage the Doves next season.

The Boston Red Sox hire former Washington Senators skipper Patsy Donovan as manager, replacing Fred Lake. Lake will move across town to manage the Doves next season.

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Boston Red Sox centerfielder Tris Speaker pulls off his second unassisted double play

General Taylor acquires the rights to a parcel of land known as the Dana Lands, which will be named Fenway Park.

General Taylor acquires the rights to a parcel of land known as the Dana Lands, which will be named Fenway Park.

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Cobb hits first Grandslam, but Tigers lose when Red Sox comeback from 9 down to win

Stuffy McInnis  hits Ed Karger's warm-up pitch for an inside-the-park home runwhile the Red Sox are still taking their positions

Stuffy McInnis  hits Ed Karger’s warm-up pitch for an inside-the-park home runwhile the Red Sox are still taking their positions

At St. Louis, Smoky Joe Wood allows only a single to Burt Shotton in pitching a one-hitter. Boston wins, 6 - 1.

At St. Louis, Smoky Joe Wood allows only a single to Burt Shotton in pitching a one-hitter. Boston wins, 6 – 1.

Red Sox pitcher Smoky Joe Wood tops the St. Louis Browns, 3 - 2, for his 20th win.

Red Sox pitcher Smoky Joe Wood tops the St. Louis Browns, 3 – 2, for his 20th win.

Chicago's Ed Walsh pitches a 5 - 0 no-hitter against the Red Sox -S[eaker injured

Chicago’s Ed Walsh pitches a 5 – 0 no-hitter against the Red Sox -S[eaker injured

Boston's Smoky Joe Wood and rookie Buck O'Brien toss back-to-back shutouts to beat Cleveland

Boston’s Smoky Joe Wood and rookie Buck O’Brien toss back-to-back shutouts to beat Cleveland

Spring training 1912

Spring training 1912

first game ever played at Fenway Park

In the first game ever played at Fenway Park, the Boston Red Sox defeat Harvard University

The first unofficial Patriots day game

The first unofficial Patriots day game

Fenway Park 1912

Fenway Park Opens – Boston beats New York

Fenway Park 1912

Fenway Park in Boston is officially dedicated

Boston's Smoky Joe Wood outguns the Nationals' ace Walter Johnson to win, 3 - 0.

Boston’s Smoky Joe Wood outguns the Nationals’ ace Walter Johnson to win, 3 – 0.

At Fenway Park, the Red Sox sweep two from the Highlanders, winning 13 - 6 and 6 - 0 behind Smoky Joe Wood

At Fenway Park, the Red Sox sweep two from the Highlanders, winning 13 – 6 and 6 – 0 behind Smoky Joe Wood

Boston's Smoky Joe Wood suffers his worst loss of the year, a 16 - 4 shellacking at the hands of the Athletics. Eddie Plank beats Wood, who will finish the year at 34-5. Wood will win his next start on July 8th, the first of 16 in a row.

Boston’s Smoky Joe Wood suffers his worst loss of the year, a 16 – 4 shellacking at the hands of the Athletics. Eddie Plank beats Wood, who will finish the year at 34-5. Wood will win his next start on July 8th, the first of 16 in a row.

Smoky Joe Wood wins the nitecap, his second shutout in a row,

In Boston, the Red Sox edge the Tigers, 1 – 0, in 11 innings. Smoky Joe Wood goes all the way in the win allowing five hits and striking out 10.

Tris Speaker starts a 20-game hitting streak

Tris Speaker starts a 20-game hitting streak

Tris Speaker runs his hitting streak to 20 games, lining a hit in the first game of today's twin bill with the Browns. This is Speaker's third long streak of the season; earlier he had streaks of 20 games and 30 games, the only player in history to have three such streaks in a year. In the nitecap, Smoky Joe Wood wins his 25th, beating the Browns, 8 - 0. He allows four hits and strikes out 9.

Tris Speaker runs his hitting streak to 20 games, lining a hit in the first game of today’s twin bill with the Browns. This is Speaker’s third long streak of the season; earlier he had streaks of 20 games and 30 games, the only player in history to have three such streaks in a year. In the nitecap, Smoky Joe Wood wins his 25th, beating the Browns, 8 – 0. He allows four hits and strikes out 9.

August 6, 1912 - At Cleveland, Joe Wood gives up 13 hits in an 11-inning 5 - 4 win for Boston. He strikes out five in running his record to 23-4.

Red Sox ace Joe Wood tops the Highlanders to ty the major league record for most consecutive wins on the road against one team (18).

In a game which purposely matches the superstars, Boston hurler Smokey Joe Wood bests Senators' legend Walter Johnson, 1-0, for his 30th (14th consecutive) victory in a season in which he will win 34. The Red Sox' only run is a result of back-to-back doubles by Tris Speaker and Duffy Lewis; the first two-bagger should have been an easy fly out, but the ball lands into an area cordoned off by a rope to section off the overflow Fenway Park crowd.

In a game which purposely matches the superstars, Boston hurler Smokey Joe Wood bests Senators’ legend Walter Johnson, 1-0, for his 30th (14th consecutive) victory in a season in which he will win 34. The Red Sox’ only run is a result of back-to-back doubles by Tris Speaker and Duffy Lewis; the first two-bagger should have been an easy fly out, but the ball lands into an area cordoned off by a rope to section off the overflow Fenway Park crowd.

Giants gaffs lead to Red Sox taking game 1 behind Joe Wood

Giants gaffs lead to Red Sox taking game 1 behind Joe Wood

Fenway Park 1912 World Series Game 2

Fans parade around Fenway Park before the 1912 World Series

Smoky_Joe_Wood_and_Rube_Marquard 1912 world series

Rube Marquard spins a masterpiece to tie world series at a game each

The Red Sox win game 4 3–1 on Joe Wood's eight-strikeout complete game

The Red Sox win game 4 3–1 on Joe Wood’s eight-strikeout complete game

Hugh Bedient beats Christy Mathewson 2-1, Sox take 3-1 series lead

Hugh Bedient beats Christy Mathewson 2-1, Sox take 3-1 series lead

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Rube Marquard pitches a complete game and Buck Herzog has four hits as the New York Giants beat the Boston Red Sox, 5 – 2, in Game 6 of the World Series.

New York Giants defeat Joe Wood and the Boston Red Sox, 11 - 4, in Game 6 of the World Series

New York Giants defeat Joe Wood and the Boston Red Sox, 11 – 4, in Game 6 of the World Series

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1912

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1912

Red Sox outfielder and future Hall of Famer Harry Hooper becomes the first major leaguer to start both games of a doubleheader with a home run. The feat will not be repeated until 1993, when A's leadoff hitter Rickey Henderson opens each game of a twin bill against Cleveland with a homer.

Red Sox outfielder and future Hall of Famer Harry Hooper becomes the first major leaguer to start both games of a doubleheader with a home run. The feat will not be repeated until 1993, when A’s leadoff hitter Rickey Henderson opens each game of a twin bill against Cleveland with a homer.

Red Sox pitcher Smoky Joe Wood smokes two doubles in the 4th inning against the A's, setting a record for pitchers.

Red Sox pitcher Smoky Joe Wood smokes two doubles in the 4th inning against the A’s, setting a record for pitchers.

Babe Ruth makes his first start of his professional career defeats the world champion Philadelphia Athletics, 6-2

Babe Ruth makes his first start of his professional career defeats the world champion Philadelphia Athletics, 6-2

Boston Red Sox purchase the contracts of pitchers Babe Ruth and Ernie Shore, and catcher Ben Egan

Boston Red Sox purchase the contracts of pitchers Babe Ruth and Ernie Shore, and catcher Ben Egan

Babe Ruth makes his major league debut with the Boston Red Sox against the Cleveland Naps

Babe Ruth makes his major league debut with the Boston Red Sox against the Cleveland Naps

Boston Red Sox rookie Ernie Shore makes an impressive debut, pitching a two-hitter to beat the Cleveland Naps, 2 - 1, at Fenway Park.

Boston Red Sox rookie Ernie Shore makes an impressive debut, pitching a two-hitter to beat the Cleveland Naps, 2 – 1, at Fenway Park.

Boston rookie Ernie Shore stops the Naps in Cleveland, 4 - 1.

Boston rookie Ernie Shore stops the Naps in Cleveland, 4 – 1.

 Tris Speaker of the Boston Red Sox records an unassisted double play against the Detroit Tigers - his second of the season.

 Tris Speaker of the Boston Red Sox records an unassisted double play against the Detroit Tigers – his second of the season.

In Manchester, NH, Babe Ruth pitches the Red Sox to a 4 - 2 exhibition win

In Manchester, NH, Babe Ruth pitches the Red Sox to a 4 – 2 exhibition win

Babe Ruth fires 5 shut out innings in the final spring training game against Memphis

Babe Ruth fires 5 shut out innings in the final spring training game against Memphis

n the opening game at Shibe Park, Philadelphia Athletics pitcher Herb Pennock shuts out the Boston Red Sox, 5 - 0

Shibe Park opens and the Philadelphia Athletics shut out the Boston Red Sox, 5 – 0

Napoleon Lajoie becomes 7th player to make 5 errors in a game

Napoleon Lajoie becomes 7th player to make 5 errors in a game

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Boston Red Sox rookie Babe Ruth hits his first major league home run

At the Polo Grounds, Babe Ruth and the well-traveled Boston Red Sox beat the New York Yankees, 7 - 1.

At the Polo Grounds, Babe Ruth and the well-traveled Boston Red Sox beat the New York Yankees, 7 – 1.

Smokey Joe Wood

Smoky Joe Pitches Boston into First Place

The Browns cuff Red Sox starter Babe Ruth for four unearned runs in the 3rd, win, 9 - 8 in a game that should have been protested

The Browns cuff Red Sox starter Babe Ruth for four unearned runs in the 3rd, win, 9 – 8 in a game that should have been protested

At Boston, Smoky Joe Wood fires a 1 - 0 shutout over Washington. The Nationals have lost all 11 games at Fenway Park this year.

At Boston, Smoky Joe Wood fires a 1 – 0 shutout over Washington. The Nationals have lost all 11 games at Fenway Park this year.

1915 - Babe Ruth holds the Yankees hitless till the 8th‚ before weakening and giving up 3 hits. Dutch Leonard relieves and the Red Sox win‚ 5 - 2‚ sweeping the doubleheader. Ruth is 2 for 3 at the plate.

1915 – Babe Ruth holds the Yankees hitless till the 8th‚ before weakening and giving up 3 hits. Dutch Leonard relieves and the Red Sox win‚ 5 – 2‚ sweeping the doubleheader. Ruth is 2 for 3 at the plate.

Ty Cobb catches the final out and needs a police escort to leave the field

Ty Cobb catches the final out and needs a police escort to leave the field

The Philadelphia Phillies win their first-ever World Series game behind Grover Cleveland Alexander, 3 - 1

The Philadelphia Phillies win their first-ever World Series game behind Grover Cleveland Alexander, 3 – 1

Woodrow Wilson

Woodrow Wilson becomes the first President to attend a World Series game

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In front of the largest crowd to ever to see a World Series game, 42,300 fans watch the Red Sox beat the Phillies in Game 3 of the Fall Classic, 2-1

The Red Sox clinch 3rd World Series title

The Red Sox clinch 3rd World Series title

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1915

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1915

An unsigned Tris Speaker arrives at the Boston Red Sox training camp in Hot Springs, Arkansas, in time for an exhibition game. Speaker goes 4 for 4 with a home run and a triple.

An unsigned Tris Speaker arrives at the Boston Red Sox training camp in Hot Springs, Arkansas, in time for an exhibition game. Speaker goes 4 for 4 with a home run and a triple.

Outfielder Tris Speaker is still a holdout as a reaction to Boston Red Sox owner Joseph Lannin's proposal to cut his salary from $11,000 to $9,000. Speaker wants $15,000. The Red Sox, in anticipation of resolving the contract dispute by trading Speaker, purchase OF Tilly Walker from the St. Louis Browns.

Outfielder Tris Speaker is still a holdout as a reaction to Boston Red Sox owner Joseph Lannin’s proposal to cut his salary from $11,000 to $9,000. Speaker wants $15,000. The Red Sox, in anticipation of resolving the contract dispute by trading Speaker, purchase OF Tilly Walker from the St. Louis Browns.

Tris Speaker

Cleveland Indians acquire Tris Speaker

Philadelphia Athletics pitcher Jack Nabors earns his only victory of the season then loses 19 straight 

Philadelphia Athletics pitcher Jack Nabors earns his only victory of the season then loses 19 straight 

Babe Ruth Pitches 10 inning complete game to defeat Yankees

Babe Ruth Pitches 10 inning complete game to defeat Yankees

Shoeless Joe Jackson smacks 3 hits at White Sox beat Ruth and Red sox 5-0

Shoeless Joe Jackson smacks 3 hits at White Sox beat Ruth and Red sox 5-0

Rube Foster of the Red Sox no-hits the Yankees 2 - 0, for the first no-hitter in Fenway Park, beating Bob Shawkey, 2 - 0. Harry Hooperleads the offense with three hits. Red Sox president Joseph Lannin hands Rube a $100 bonus and each of his Sox teammates receive a gold-handled pocket knife engraved with the date.

Rube Foster of the Red Sox no-hits the Yankees 2 – 0, for the first no-hitter in Fenway Park, beating Bob Shawkey, 2 – 0. Harry Hooperleads the offense with three hits. Red Sox president Joseph Lannin hands Rube a $100 bonus and each of his Sox teammates receive a gold-handled pocket knife engraved with the date.

The Red Sox sweep two from the A's, winning 3 - 2 and taking the night cap, 7 - 3 behind Carl Mays. Mays also saves the opener for Dutch Leonard.

The Red Sox sweep two from the A’s, winning 3 – 2 and taking the night cap, 7 – 3 behind Carl Mays. Mays also saves the opener for Dutch Leonard.

Boston's Babe Ruth beat the A's, 7 - 2 but Lee Magee will be caught three times by the A's

Boston’s Babe Ruth beat the A’s, 7 – 2 but Lee Magee will be caught three times by the A’s

For the second time this season, White Sox pitchers toss shutouts in a doubleheader, this time against the Red Sox.

For the second time this season, White Sox pitchers toss shutouts in a doubleheader, this time against the Red Sox.

Babe Ruth pitches and bowls over St. Louis C Hank Severeid and knocking him unconscious

Babe Ruth pitches and bowls over St. Louis C Hank Severeid and knocking him unconscious

Tris Speaker

Tris Speaker has three hits against lefty Babe Ruth to finally drive him from the mound in the 8th inning

Babe Ruth pitching final game

Babe Ruth of the Boston Red Sox and Walter Johnson of the Washington Senators engage in a memorable pitching duel

During Boston's 4 - 0 win at Cleveland, Jack Barry has four sacrifices for the Sox, tying a major league record.

During Boston’s 4 – 0 win at Cleveland, Jack Barry has four sacrifices for the Sox, tying a major league record.

At Fenway Park, Boston's Dutch Leonard no-hits the Browns, 4-0. The 24 year-old Red Sox southpaw will finish the season 18-12, contributing to Boston's World Championship.

At Fenway Park, Boston’s Dutch Leonard no-hits the Browns, 4-0. The 24 year-old Red Sox southpaw will finish the season 18-12, contributing to Boston’s World Championship.

Ernie Shore three-hits the Robins in Game 5 of the World Series, 4-1, to capture the team's fourth World Championship

Ernie Shore three-hits the Robins in Game 5 of the World Series, 4-1, to capture the team’s fourth World Championship

Jack Coombs becomes the first pitcher to win a World Series game in both leagues

Jack Coombs becomes the first pitcher to win a World Series game in both leagues

Harry H. Frazee, New York theater owner and producer, and Hugh Ward buy the Boston Red Sox for $675,000 (one report puts the figure at $750,000) from Joseph Lannin. Bill Carrigan announces that he will retire as Red Sox manager to pursue his interests in Lewiston, Maine.

Harry H. Frazee, New York theater owner and producer, and Hugh Ward buy the Boston Red Sox for $675,000 (one report puts the figure at $750,000) from Joseph Lannin. Bill Carrigan announces that he will retire as Red Sox manager to pursue his interests in Lewiston, Maine.

American League owners unanimously approve the sale of the Red Sox to Harry Frazee and Hugh Ward

American League owners unanimously approve the sale of the Red Sox to Harry Frazee and Hugh Ward

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1916

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1916

With Bill Carrigan reaffirming his decision to leave the Boston Red Sox, shortstop Jack Barry is named the team's new manager.

With Bill Carrigan reaffirming his decision to leave the Boston Red Sox, shortstop Jack Barry is named the team’s new manager.

Smoky Joe Wood is sold by the Boston Red Sox to Cleveland for $15,000

Smoky Joe Wood is sold by the Boston Red Sox to Cleveland for $15,000

Babe Ruth pitches four innings against the Brooklyn Robins, allowing just one hit, before giving way to a group of inept Boston Red Sox relievers. Brooklyn wins, 11 - 2, and reigns as "Hot Springs Champs."

Babe Ruth pitches four innings against the Brooklyn Robins, allowing just one hit, before giving way to a group of inept Boston Red Sox relievers. Brooklyn wins, 11 – 2, and reigns as “Hot Springs Champs.”

Charles Ebbets

Robins’ owner Charles Ebbets has players on both teams sport numbers on their sleeves

Ruth fires 3 hitter on opening day

Ruth fires 3 hitter on opening day

Babe Ruth pitching final game

Babe Ruth out duels Walter Johnson 1-0 and drives in only run

Ernie Shore no hitter on June 23

Ernie Shore no hitter in relief but some historians consider a perfect game

The host Red Sox top the White Sox, 3 - 1, behind Babe Ruth's four-hitter.

The host Red Sox top the White Sox, 3 – 1, behind Babe Ruth’s four-hitter.

Babe Ruth pitching final game

Red Sox lefty Babe Ruth wins his 20th game of the season

Babe Ruth shuts out the champion White Sox, 3 - 0

Babe Ruth shuts out the champion White Sox, 3 – 0

The Red Sox play a benefit game against an American League all-star team and Babe Ruth and Rube Foster combine for a 2 - 0 shutout. The AL squad features Ty Cobb, Tris Speaker, and Joe Jackson in the outfield. More than $14,000 is raised for the family of sports writer Tim Murnane, who died February 13th. Murnane had played and managed in Boston in the 19th century. Actress Fanny Brice helps sell programs and former heavyweight champ John L. Sullivan coaches 3B for the Sox. Ruth wins the fungo hitting contest with a drive of 402 feet, while Joe Jackson has the longest throw at an impressive 396 feet.

The Red Sox play a benefit game against an American League all-star team and Babe Ruth and Rube Foster combine for a 2 – 0 shutout. The AL squad features Ty Cobb, Tris Speaker, and Joe Jackson in the outfield. More than $14,000 is raised for the family of sports writer Tim Murnane, who died February 13th. Murnane had played and managed in Boston in the 19th century. Actress Fanny Brice helps sell programs and former heavyweight champ John L. Sullivan coaches 3B for the Sox. Ruth wins the fungo hitting contest with a drive of 402 feet, while Joe Jackson has the longest throw at an impressive 396 feet.

Philadelphia A’s trade first baseman Stuffy McInnis

Philadelphia A’s trade first baseman Stuffy McInnis

Babe Ruth Launches 570 foot Homerun

Babe Ruth Launches 570 foot Homerun

Future Hall of Famer Bobby Doerr is born in Los Angeles, California

Future Hall of Famer Bobby Doerr is born in Los Angeles, California

Walter Johnson beats Ruth 4-3 on a bunt

Walter Johnson beats Ruth 4-3 on a bunt

Babe Ruth gets the Spanish flu

Babe Ruth gets the Spanish flu

Dutch Leonard, facing only 28 batters, tosses his second career no-hitter when he holds the Detroit Tigers hitless in the Red Sox' 5-0 victory at Navin Field

Dutch Leonard, facing only 28 batters, tosses his second career no-hitter when he holds the Detroit Tigers hitless in the Red Sox’ 5-0 victory at Navin Field

The Red Sox clinch the pennant, winning the first of a twin bill from the A's 6 - 1, as Babe Ruth wins his ninth game in his last 11 starts.

The Red Sox clinch the pennant, winning the first of a twin bill from the A’s 6 – 1, as Babe Ruth wins his ninth game in his last 11 starts.

Star Spangled Banner makes its debut Game 1 of the 1918 World Series

Star Spangled Banner makes its debut Game 1 of the 1918 World Series

Carl Mays

On one day’s rest, Hippo Vaughn gives up only seven hits, but Carl Mays wins a 2 – 1 duel

In the earliest conclusion of the Fall Classic, The Red Sox win the World Series in Game six, on Carl Mays's 2nd victory, a 2 - 1

In the earliest conclusion of the Fall Classic, The Red Sox win the World Series in Game six, on Carl Mays’s 2nd victory, a 2 – 1

Ernie Shore no hitter on June 23

Lewis traded upon returning from World War I

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1918

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1918

The Boston Red Sox, minus holdouts Carl Mays and Babe Ruth, sail from New York aboard the USS Arapahoe

The Boston Red Sox, minus holdouts Carl Mays and Babe Ruth, sail from New York aboard the USS Arapahoe

Red Sox southpaw Babe Ruth 
hits the first of his 16 career grand slams

Red Sox southpaw Babe Ruth 
hits the first of his 16 career grand slams

1919 - Red Sox submariner Carl Mays hurls two complete games beating the Yankees, 2 - 0, in the first game and losing the nightcap, 4 - 1.

1919 – Red Sox submariner Carl Mays hurls two complete games beating the Yankees, 2 – 0, in the first game and losing the nightcap, 4 – 1.

Carl Mays

Submarine P Carl Mays quits the mound after two innings at Chicago

Babe Ruth hits home run No. 26 off Jack Quinn in New York, breaking Buck Freeman's 1899 home run mark of 25.

Babe Ruth hits home run No. 26 off Jack Quinn in New York, breaking Buck Freeman’s 1899 home run mark of 25.

On Babe Ruth day at Fenway Park the Bambino ties Ned Williamson's major league mark of 27 home runs in a season

On Babe Ruth day at Fenway Park the Bambino ties Ned Williamson’s major league mark of 27 home runs in a season

With the opposition led by New York, Boston, and Chicago owners, the American League directors pass a resolution accusing Ban Johnson of overstepping his duties. They demand that league files be turned over to them and that an auditor review all financial accounts. The three teams' disatisfaction with Johnson can be traced back to his attempt to suspend pitcher Carl Mays after he left his team without authorization during the past season.

With the opposition led by New York, Boston, and Chicago owners, the American League directors pass a resolution accusing Ban Johnson of overstepping his duties. They demand that league files be turned over to them and that an auditor review all financial accounts. The three teams’ disatisfaction with Johnson can be traced back to his attempt to suspend pitcher Carl Mays after he left his team without authorization during the past season.

Boston Red Sox owner Harry Frazee makes a secret agreement to sell Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees 

Boston Red Sox owner Harry Frazee makes a secret agreement to sell Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees 

Boston Red Sox owner Harry Frazee says his team will deal any player except Harry Hooper

Boston Red Sox owner Harry Frazee says his team will deal any player except Harry Hooper

The secret deal made on December 26th to sell Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees for $100,000 is announced publicly

The secret deal made on December 26th to sell Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees for $100,000 is announced publicly

Babe Ruth 1920

Ruth deal announced

I think the Yankees are taking a gamble. While Ruth is undoubtedly the greatest hitter the game has ever seen, he is likewise one of the most selfish and inconsiderate men ever to put on a baseball uniform.

I think the Yankees are taking a gamble. While Ruth is undoubtedly the greatest hitter the game has ever seen, he is likewise one of the most selfish and inconsiderate men ever to put on a baseball uniform.

Babe Ruth reacts to his recent sale to the Yankees in the Boston Evening Standard saying, "Frazee is not good enough to own any ball club, especially one in Boston."

Babe Ruth reacts to his recent sale to the Yankees in the Boston Evening Standard saying, “Frazee is not good enough to own any ball club, especially one in Boston.”

Walter Johnson

Walter Johnson no-hits the Boston Red Sox, 1-0

Red Sox protest the sale of Portsmouth (VA) shortstop Pie Traynor to the Pirates

Red Sox protest the sale of Portsmouth (VA) shortstop Pie Traynor to the Pirates

In Boston, 33,000 are on hand for a doubleheader and to see Babe Ruth return to the Yankee lineup. The Babe hits his 45th homer in the opener to give New York a 5 - 3 win. In the nitecap, Carl Mays pitches to a mixture of boos and cheers. Mays takes a 5 - 3 lead into the 9th, then he fails to back up home on a play at the plate. A loose ball allows Joe Bush to score the winning run and Boston wins, 6 - 5.

In Boston, 33,000 are on hand for a doubleheader and to see Babe Ruth return to the Yankee lineup. The Babe hits his 45th homer in the opener to give New York a 5 – 3 win. In the nitecap, Carl Mays pitches to a mixture of boos and cheers. Mays takes a 5 – 3 lead into the 9th, then he fails to back up home on a play at the plate. A loose ball allows Joe Bush to score the winning run and Boston wins, 6 – 5.

In a move less heralded than the acquisition of Babe Ruth earlier in the year, the Yankees hire Red Sox skipper Ed Barrow to be the team's general manager. Under the future Hall of Famer's leadership over the next quarter-century, the Bronx Bombers will win 14 American League pennants and 10 World Series championships.

In a move less heralded than the acquisition of Babe Ruth earlier in the year, the Yankees hire Red Sox skipper Ed Barrow to be the team’s general manager. Under the future Hall of Famer’s leadership over the next quarter-century, the Bronx Bombers will win 14 American League pennants and 10 World Series championships.

Twelve-year Boston Red Sox veteran outfielder Harry Hooper is traded to the Chicago White Sox for outfielders Nemo Leibold and Shano Collins.

Twelve-year Boston Red Sox veteran outfielder Harry Hooper is traded to the Chicago White Sox for outfielders Nemo Leibold and Shano Collins.

With new U.S. President Warren G. Harding, former president Woodrow Wilson, and VP Calvin Coolidge watching, the Washington Senators lose their home opener, 6 - 3, to the Boston Red Sox. Senators pitcher Walter Johnson leaves after four innings, the first time he has failed to finish an Opening Game.

With new U.S. President Warren G. Harding, former president Woodrow Wilson, and VP Calvin Coolidge watching, the Washington Senators lose their home opener, 6 – 3, to the Boston Red Sox. Senators pitcher Walter Johnson leaves after four innings, the first time he has failed to finish an Opening Game.

Ty Cobb becomes the youngest player to collect 3000 hits 

Ty Cobb becomes the youngest player to collect 3000 hits 

Yankees outfield makes an American League-record five assists, four by Bob Meusel

Yankees outfield makes an American League-record five assists, four by Bob Meusel

Walter Johnson,surpass Cy Young's major league mark of 2,803 career strikeouts.

Walter Johnson,surpass Cy Young’s major league mark of 2,803 career strikeouts.

The following round-robin deal Roger Peckinpaugh Joe Dugan and Bing Miller and Jose Acosta are traded

The following round-robin deal Roger Peckinpaugh Joe Dugan and Bing Miller and Jose Acosta are traded

Ty Cobb gets five hits (and a walk) in a game for the 4th time this year, setting an American League mark.

Ty Cobb gets five hits (and a walk) in a game for the 4th time this year, setting an American League mark.

In a game between Chicago and Boston, 35 singles are hit - 21 by the White Sox, 14 by the Red Sox - an American League record. Chicago wins the hit parade, 19 - 11.

In a game between Chicago and Boston, 35 singles are hit – 21 by the White Sox, 14 by the Red Sox – an American League record. Chicago wins the hit parade, 19 – 11.

New York Yankees steal another standout player from the Boston Red Sox, acquiring pitcher Herb Pennock

New York Yankees steal another standout player from the Boston Red Sox, acquiring pitcher Herb Pennock

The Yankees pluck two rookies from the Red Sox, pitcher George Pipgras and outfielder Harvey Hendrick, in exchange for backup catcher Al DeVormer.

The Yankees pluck two rookies from the Red Sox, pitcher George Pipgras and outfielder Harvey Hendrick, in exchange for backup catcher Al DeVormer.

The Boston Red Sox continue to work on improving the New York Yankees, sending future Hall of Fame pitcher Herb Pennock to them

The Boston Red Sox continue to work on improving the New York Yankees, sending future Hall of Fame pitcher Herb Pennock to them

Yankee Stadium Opens - The House That Ruth Built

Yankee Stadium Opens – The House That Ruth Built

Lefty ODoul Pitching

Lefty O’Doul, who will become an outstanding major league hitter later in his career, gives up 13 runs in the sixth inning as the Indians rout the Red Sox, 27-3. The San Francisco native will finish his 11-year stint in the majors with a lifetime batting average of .349.

Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians make a seven-player deal involving star first baseman George “Tioga” Burns

Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians make a seven-player deal involving star first baseman George “Tioga” Burns

Ty Cobb steals 3 bases in one inning for 6th time in career

Ty Cobb steals 3 bases in one inning for 6th time in career

Red Sox righthander Howard Ehmke has the White Sox popping up all day in his 6 - 0 win. Only one assist is made by Boston.

Red Sox righthander Howard Ehmke has the White Sox popping up all day in his 6 – 0 win. Only one assist is made by Boston.

Tiger great, Charlie Gehringer,

Charlie Gehringer makes his debut

Two future Hall of Famers make their major league debuts with the Philadelphia Athletics in the same game

Two future Hall of Famers make their major league debuts with the Philadelphia Athletics in the same game

The A's pick up veteran SS Bill Wambsganss from the Red Sox.

The A’s pick up veteran SS Bill Wambsganss from the Red Sox.

Val Picinich

The Cincinnati Reds acquire catcher Val Picinich from the Boston Red Sox for cash.

ted lyons

White Sox righty Ted Lyons pitches a 6-0 no-hitter against Boston

Pounding five Boston pitchers for 22 hits, the 2nd-place Tigers outlast the Red Sox, 17 - 11. Harry Heilmann leads the cat attack with two homers and two singles.

Pounding five Boston pitchers for 22 hits, the 2nd-place Tigers outlast the Red Sox, 17 – 11. Harry Heilmann leads the cat attack with two homers and two singles.

Red Ruffing goes 15+ and gets no decision in 12-11 Red Sox win

Red Ruffing goes 15+ and gets no decision in 12-11 Red Sox win

The New York Yankees are out of first place for the first time in 2 years 

The New York Yankees are out of first place for the first time in 2 years 

Tris Speaker, in his final major league at-bat, is struck out by Red Sox hurler Red Ruffing. The 40 year-old A's outfielder known as the 'Grey Eagle' ends his 22-year Hall of Fame career with a .345 batting average, sixth best in major league history.

Tris Speaker, in his final major league at-bat, is struck out by Red Sox hurler Red Ruffing. The 40 year-old A’s outfielder known as the ‘Grey Eagle’ ends his 22-year Hall of Fame career with a .345 batting average, sixth best in major league history.

Blue laws keep SOX from playing on sundays

Blue laws keep SOX from playing on sundays

Sunday Baseball Approved in Boston

Sunday Baseball Approved in Boston

Former Red Sox owner Harry Frazee dies. Frazee is forever remembered as the man who sold the Babe to the Yankees.

Former Red Sox owner Harry Frazee dies

Boston Red Sox sell former American League home run king Ken Williams

Boston Red Sox sell former American League home run king Ken Williams

Milt Gaston of the Red Sox

Milt Gaston of the Red Sox beats the Senators to stop a 10-game winning streak by the league-leading Senators

lou gehrig

Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees drives in eight runs with a grand slam and two doubles.

One of the best batteries ever... Lefty Grove and Mickey Cochrane.

Lefty Grove wins his 25th game in 10 innings or Mickey Cochrane’s walk off homer

 Shano Collins, a native New Englander, is appointed manager of the perennial last-place Boston Red Sox.

 Shano Collins, a native New Englander, is appointed manager of the perennial last-place Boston Red Sox.

Babe Ruth of the New York Yankees collides with Charlie Berry, Boston Red Sox catcher and former pro football player, while trying to score on a sacrifice fly. Ruth is carried off the field at Fenway Park and taken to a hospital.

Babe Ruth of the New York Yankees collides with Charlie Berry, Boston Red Sox catcher and former pro football player, while trying to score on a sacrifice fly. Ruth is carried off the field at Fenway Park and taken to a hospital.

Lefty Grove wins his 31st

Lefty Grove wins his 31st

Milt Gaston

Two pitchers changes the color of their socks, when Boston sends forkballer Milt Gaston to Chicago in exchange hard-thrower Bob Weiland.

In Century, Florida, Boston Red Sox pitcher Ed Morris dies at age 32 of knife wounds inflicted in a fight at a party given in his honor

In Century, Florida, Boston Red Sox pitcher Ed Morris dies at age 32 of knife wounds inflicted in a fight at a party given in his honor

tom yawkey

Tom Yawkey buys the Boston Red Sox from Robert Quinn

Rick Ferrell

For the first time in major league history, brothers on opposite teams hit home runs in the same game. Boston Red Sox catcher Rick Ferrell homers off his brother Wes Ferrellin the 2nd inning, but the Cleveland Indians pitcher returns the favor as he homers in the 3rd on a pitch called by his sibling. It is the only time that the Ferrell brothers homer in the same game.

Mickey Cochrane

For the second time, Connie Mack begins to dismantle a dynasty he has built selling Mickey Cochrane to the Tigers

Lefty Grove and Mickey Cochrane head up 9 players swapping teams

Lefty Grove and Mickey Cochrane head up 9 players swapping teams

An early afternoon five-hour blaze destroys much of Fenway Park's newly-constructed left-field grandstand and center-field bleachers

An early afternoon five-hour blaze destroys much of Fenway Park’s newly-constructed left-field grandstand and center-field bleachers

Mildred Didrickson (also known as Babe Zaharias), the renowned all-around female athlete, pitches the 1st inning for the Philadelphia Athletics in a spring training exhibition game against the Brooklyn Dodgers. She gives up one walk but no hits.

Mildred Didrickson (also known as Babe Zaharias), the renowned all-around female athlete, pitches the 1st inning for the Philadelphia Athletics in a spring training exhibition game against the Brooklyn Dodgers

Carl Reynolds, Moose Solters, Rick Ferrell and Bucky Walters hit four consecutive triples for the Boston Red Sox en route to a 14 - 4 win over the Detroit Tigers.

Carl Reynolds, Moose Solters, Rick Ferrell and Bucky Walters hit four consecutive triples for the Boston Red Sox en route to a 14 – 4 win over the Detroit Tigers.

New York Yankees Myril Hoag, Ben Chapman, and Joe DiMaggio striking a throwing pose in front of the screen at Fenway Park.

Myril Hoag becomes first Yankee in franchise history to collect six hits in one game, a major league record of six singles. The 26 year-old outfielder’s 6-for-6 performance helps the Bronx Bombers rout Boston at Fenway Park, 15-3.

August 12, 1934 - 41,766 turn out to Fenway Park to see what will probably be Babe Ruth's last game in Boston. In game one of the doubleheader, Ruth goes 2 for 5 with a double, but misplays a Billy Werber line drive into a triple. Ruth is 0 for 1 with two walks in the second game, leaving in the 6th inning. He will in fact return to Hubtown in 1935, when he finishes his playing career with the Boston Braves.

41,766 turn out to Fenway Park to see what will probably be Babe Ruth’s last game in Boston

pitcher Wes Ferrell hits two home runs in a 10-inning, 3 - 2 win for the Red Sox over the White Sox. It is the second time this season he has a pair of homers, and the third in his career. He will hit 2 home runs in a game 6 times before he finishes.

pitcher Wes Ferrell hits two home runs in a 10-inning, 3 – 2 win for the Red Sox over the White Sox. It is the second time this season he has a pair of homers, and the third in his career. He will hit 2 home runs in a game 6 times before he finishes.

Hank Greenberg

Hank Greenberg plays through Rosh Hashanah hits 2 homeruns

Tom Yawkey decides to eliminate advertising on fences at Fenway Park.

Tom Yawkey decides to eliminate advertising on fences at Fenway Park.

Idle Detroit wins the pennant, as the Red Sox beat the Yankees, in Babe Ruth last home game.

Idle Detroit wins the pennant, as the Red Sox beat the Yankees, in Babe Ruth last home game.

Boston Red Sox acquire shortstop Joe Cronin from the Washington Senators for Lyn Lary

Boston Red Sox acquire shortstop Joe Cronin from the Washington Senators for Lyn Lary

Pitcher Wes Ferrell hits back to back walk off homeruns at Fenway Park

Pitcher Wes Ferrell hits back to back walk off homeruns at Fenway Park

In a rain-soaked game between the Yankees and the Red Sox, Lou Gehrig leaves in the fourth inning with another lumbago attack. The teams engage in stalling and hurry-up tactics, and American League President John Heydler fines managers Joe Cronin and Joe McCarthy $100 each.

In a rain-soaked game between the Yankees and the Red Sox, Lou Gehrig leaves in the fourth inning with another lumbago attack. The teams engage in stalling and hurry-up tactics, and American League President John Heydler fines managers Joe Cronin and Joe McCarthy $100 each.

Jimmie Foxx

As the second part of the December 10 deal for Jimmie Foxx, the Boston Red Sox get Doc Cramer and Eric McNair from the Philadelphia Athletics for Hank Johnson, Al Niemiec, and $75,000

The New York Yankees buy another Babe from the Red Sox, picking up Babe Dahlgren

The New York Yankees buy another Babe from the Red Sox, picking up Babe Dahlgren

Bobby Doerr at spring training in Sarasota, Florida - 1937.

Bobby Doerr at spring training in Sarasota, Florida – 1937.

Hank Greenberg hits the longest home run out of Fenway Park

Hank Greenberg hits the longest home run out of Fenway Park

Pete Appleton pitches and bats his way to an 11-4 win over the Sox, Appleton drives in 6 runs

Pete Appleton pitches and bats his way to an 11-4 win over the Sox, Appleton drives in 6 runs

Washington Senators trade outfielder Ben Chapman and pitcher Bobo Newsom to the Boston Red Sox for catcher Rick Ferrell and pitcher Wes Ferrell

Washington Senators trade outfielder Ben Chapman and pitcher Bobo Newsom to the Boston Red Sox for catcher Rick Ferrell and pitcher Wes Ferrell

Brother battery Rick and Wes Ferrell were both traded to the Senators by the Red Sox

Brother battery Rick and Wes Ferrell were both traded to the Senators by the Red Sox

joe dimaggio

Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees hits his first career grand slam

Foxx and DiMaggio at Fenway Park

Foxx and DiMaggio at Fenway Park

Lou Gehrig hits his final homerun

Lou Gehrig hits his final homerun

Jimmie Foxx

Jimmie Foxx hits one way out of Fenway Park‚ the ball leaving the park to the right of the CF flag pole.

Jimmie Foxx

Jimmie Foxx clears wall with second inning with a homer that will be lost in rain out

The Red Sox acquire the contract of 19-year-old Ted Williams from San Diego (Pacific Coast League).

The Red Sox acquire the contract of 19-year-old Ted Williams from San Diego (Pacific Coast League).

Hall of Fame slugger Jimmie Foxx rounds third base after hitting his 27th home run of the season. His seventh inning blast would give the Red Sox 4-0 lead over the second place Cleveland Indians in the first game of a doubleheader. Boston pitcher Emerson Dickman would go the distance for the three-hit shutout and striking out three while only walking one batter to improve his seasonal record to 5-2. Cleveland pitcher Johnny Allen would take only his second loss of the season as he entered the game with a 12-1 record and 27-2 going back to last year (15-1), unfortunately Allen would have a rough go at it in August going 0-6 with a 8.12 ERA, he would finish the season with a 14-8 record.

Red Sox take home opener 8-4 vs defending Champ’s (NY Yankees) 1938 – Full Radio Broadcast

Lefty Grove of the Boston Red Sox defeats the Detroit Tigers, 4-3, marking the start of a personal 20-game winning streak at home

Lefty Grove of the Boston Red Sox defeats the Detroit Tigers, 4-3, marking the start of a personal 20-game winning streak at home

Jimmie Foxx drives in five runs on a pair of homers to pace the Red Sox to a 15 - 3 drubbing of Cleveland

Jimmie Foxx drives in five runs on a pair of homers to pace the Red Sox to a 15 – 3 drubbing of Cleveland

Lou Gehrig plays in his 2,000th consecutive game

Lou Gehrig plays in his 2,000th consecutive game

Bill Lefebvre homers for only time in career

Bill Lefebvre homers for only time in career

St. Louis Browns walk Red Sox star Jimmie Foxx all six times he comes to bat

St. Louis Browns walk Red Sox star Jimmie Foxx all six times he comes to bat

Red Sox 3B Pinky Higgins extends his consecutive hit string to 12, with eight hits in a doubleheader split with Detroit

Red Sox 3B Pinky Higgins extends his consecutive hit string to 12, with eight hits in a doubleheader split with Detroit

Jimmie Foxx Autographed George Burke 8x10 Photo Boston Red Sox "Best Wishes" #AB10090 - PSA/DNA Certified

Jimmie Foxx belts the 400th homer of his career

Hall of Fame slugger Jimmie Foxx rounds third base after hitting his 27th home run of the season. His seventh inning blast would give the Red Sox 4-0 lead over the second place Cleveland Indians in the first game of a doubleheader. Boston pitcher Emerson Dickman would go the distance for the three-hit shutout and striking out three while only walking one batter to improve his seasonal record to 5-2. Cleveland pitcher Johnny Allen would take only his second loss of the season as he entered the game with a 12-1 record and 27-2 going back to last year (15-1), unfortunately Allen would have a rough go at it in August going 0-6 with a 8.12 ERA, he would finish the season with a 14-8 record.

Cleveland’s Johnny Allen has his 12-game win streak snapped by the Red Sox.

Jimmie Foxx

Jimmie Foxx becomes the first player to win the Most Valuable Player award three times

The Red Sox send Pinky Higgins and P Archie McKain to the Tigers for pitchers Elden Auker and Jake Wade, and OF Chet Morgan. The Sox also ship OF Ben Chapman to the Indians in exchange for P Denny Galehouse and SS Tom Irwin.

The Red Sox send Pinky Higgins and P Archie McKain to the Tigers for pitchers Elden Auker and Jake Wade, and OF Chet Morgan. The Sox also ship OF Ben Chapman to the Indians in exchange for P Denny Galehouse and SS Tom Irwin.

Ted Williams Doubles in his major league debut vs Yankees

Ted Williams Doubles in his major league debut vs Yankees

Rookie Ted Williams goes 4 for 5, including his first major-league home run, but the Boston Red Sox lose to the Philadelphia Athletics, 12 - 8, at Fenway Park.

Rookie Ted Williams goes 4 for 5, including his first major-league home run, but the Boston Red Sox lose to the Philadelphia Athletics, 12 – 8, at Fenway Park.

In his first-ever at-bat in the city of Detroit, Boston Red Sox rookie Ted Williams becomes the first player to hit a home run which totally clears the right field seats at Briggs Stadium.

In his first-ever at-bat in the city of Detroit, Boston Red Sox rookie Ted Williams becomes the first player to hit a home run which totally clears the right field seats at Briggs Stadium.

Boston Red Sox third baseman Jim Tabor slugs two grand slams in a 17-7 win over the Philadelphia A’s

Boston Red Sox third baseman Jim Tabor slugs two grand slams in a 17-7 win over the Philadelphia A’s

The Red Sox sweep a 5-game series in Yankee Stadium

The Red Sox sweep a 5-game series in Yankee Stadium

The Red Sox send 21 year-old farmhand Pee Wee Reese to the Dodgers for $35,000 and a player to be named later

The Red Sox send 21 year-old farmhand Pee Wee Reese to the Dodgers for $35,000 and a player to be named later

Jimmie Foxx

Jimmie Foxx of the Boston Red Sox undergoes an appendectomy, sidelining him for the rest of the season

Dom DiMaggio

Dom DiMaggio is bought by the Boston Red Sox

St. Louis Browns purchase pitcher Elden Auker

St. Louis Browns purchase pitcher Elden Auker

Brooklyn Dodgers purchase outfielder Joe Vosmik from the Boston Red Sox

Brooklyn Dodgers purchase outfielder Joe Vosmik from the Boston Red Sox

Franklin D. Roosevelt's errant ceremonial first pitch smashes a Washington Post camera

Franklin D. Roosevelt’s errant ceremonial first pitch smashes a Washington Post camera

Autographed Jimmie Foxx Photo - BW 8 5x11 Graded Mint 9! #AC08252 - PSA/DNA Certified

Jimmie Foxx hits the longest home run in the history of Comiskey Park

Jimmie Foxx

Jimmie Foxx hits grand slams on consecutive days joins elite group

In Boston‚ the Red Sox chase Bob Feller‚ 9 - 2‚ on homers by Ted Williams and Joe Cronin

In Boston‚ the Red Sox chase Bob Feller‚ 9 – 2‚ on homers by Ted Williams and Joe Cronin

Bill Nicholson

Bill Nicholson of the Chicago Cubs becomes the first major league player to hit a home run at Doubleday Field

Jimmie Foxx hits two round trippers moves him ahead of Lou Gehrig on the all-time list with a total of 495.

Jimmie Foxx hits two round trippers moves him ahead of Lou Gehrig on the all-time list with a total of 495.

Ted Williams pitching

Ted Williams pitches in doubleheader

Boston Red Sox slugger Jimmie Foxx hits his 500th home run

Boston Red Sox slugger Jimmie Foxx hits his 500th home run

Denny Galehouse

The St. Louis Browns purchase pitchers Denny Galehouse and Fritz Ostermueller from the Boston Red Sox

Ted Williams raises his average to 400 for the first time

Ted Williams raises his average to 400 for the first time

20-game winning streak of future Hall of Famer Lefty Grove comes to an end

20-game winning streak of future Hall of Famer Lefty Grove comes to an end

Joe Dimaggio

Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees sets a new major league record by hitting in his 45th consecutive game

Boston Red Sox star Ted Williams hits a dramatic two-out, three-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the American League a 7-5 win in the All-Star Game

Boston Red Sox star Ted Williams hits a dramatic two-out, three-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning, giving the American League a 7-5 win in the All-Star Game

Although Lou Boudreau is usually given credit for implementing the shift on pull-hitter Ted Williams, White Sox manager Jimmy Dykes becomes the first to employ the defensive alignment against the Red Sox outfielder, who foils the plan when he goes 2-for-5, including a double, in Boston's 10-4 loss to the Pale Hose at Fenway Park. The Chicago skipper will abandon the strategy when 'the Kid' collects four hits in ten at-bats in the two-game series.

Although Lou Boudreau is usually given credit for implementing the shift on pull-hitter Ted Williams, White Sox manager Jimmy Dykes becomes the first to employ the defensive alignment against the Red Sox outfielder, who foils the plan when he goes 2-for-5, including a double, in Boston’s 10-4 loss to the Pale Hose at Fenway Park. The Chicago skipper will abandon the strategy when ‘the Kid’ collects four hits in ten at-bats in the two-game series.

Lefty Grove of the Boston Red Sox wins his 300th game

Lefty Grove of the Boston Red Sox wins his 300th game

1941 - Because of rain, the game between the Red Sox and the Senators is stopped in the 8th inning, with Washington leading, 6 - 3. After a 40-minute wait the game is called. But because of Washington's failure to cover the field in case play is resumed, Boston manager Joe Cronin protests the game. The protest is upheld by league president Will Harridgeand the forfeit goes to Boston.

1941 – Because of rain, the game between the Red Sox and the Senators is stopped in the 8th inning, with Washington leading, 6 – 3. After a 40-minute wait the game is called. But because of Washington’s failure to cover the field in case play is resumed, Boston manager Joe Cronin protests the game. The protest is upheld by league president Will Harridgeand the forfeit goes to Boston.

At Fenway Park‚ the Red Sox sweep two from the Senators‚ 13 - 9 and 10 - 3. Ted Williams has only 5 official at bats‚ but has 3 hits - all homers - to take over the American League lead from Charlie Keller. Ted walks 4 times.

At Fenway Park‚ the Red Sox sweep two from the Senators‚ 13 – 9 and 10 – 3. Ted Williams has only 5 official at bats‚ but has 3 hits – all homers – to take over the American League lead from Charlie Keller. Ted walks 4 times.

Joe DiMaggio connects for 3 homeruns including 2 against Bob Feller

New York Yankees become the earliest pennant-clinching team in major league history

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Ted Williams goes 6-for-8 in a season-ending doubleheader to raise his final average to .406.

Ted Williams and Joe DiMaggio 1947

Joe DiMaggio is named the 1941 AL MVP over Ted Williams

The Red Sox send P Jack Wilson and infielder Stan Spence to the Senators for Ken Chase and Johnny Welaj.

The Red Sox send P Jack Wilson and infielder Stan Spence to the Senators for Ken Chase and Johnny Welaj.

Ted Lyons wins his 250th career game, 6 - 5, over the Red Sox. A week later, he will beat New York's Red Ruffing to match the Yankee hurler's 251 career wins. The White Sox veteran will finish the season with 20 complete games in 20 starts, lead the AL with a 2.10 ERA, then enter the Marine Corps at age 42.

Ted Lyons wins his 250th career game, 6 – 5, over the Red Sox. A week later, he will beat New York’s Red Ruffing to match the Yankee hurler’s 251 career wins. The White Sox veteran will finish the season with 20 complete games in 20 starts, lead the AL with a 2.10 ERA, then enter the Marine Corps at age 42.

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Teams agree to start the season later than usual and prepare to train in northern areas because of World War II

Joe Cronin hits 2 pinch hit homers in a double header

Joe Cronin hits 2 pinch hit homers in a double header

Joe Dugan_athletics

Joe Dugan is hit by a car while crossing a Boston street

Mel Harder

Mel Harder becomes 50th pitcher to win 200 games

With World War II travel restrictions still in effect, the Brooklyn Dodgers open spring training at Bear Mountain, New York, with 15 players in camp.

With World War II travel restrictions still in effect, the Brooklyn Dodgers open spring training at Bear Mountain, New York, with 15 players in camp.

Jackie Robinson

Red Sox try out Jackie Robinson and two others

Joe Cronin breaks leg running the bases

Joe Cronin breaks leg running the bases

Rudy York

baseman Rudy York to the Red Sox for infielder Eddie Lake

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Back from the military, Ted Williams hits the first spring training pitch he sees for a home run.

Johnny Pesky Steals The Show on Opening Day

Johnny Pesky Steals The Show on Opening Day

Eddie Pellagrini of the Boston Red Sox hits a home run in his first major league at-bat

Eddie Pellagrini of the Boston Red Sox hits a home run in his first major league at-bat

The Red Sox' early season winning streak comes to an end at 15 consecutive victories

The Red Sox’ early season winning streak comes to an end at 15 consecutive victories

Ted Williams hits the longest homerun at Fenway - The Red Seat

Ted Williams hits the longest homerun at Fenway – The Red Seat

The Red Sox clip the Indians‚ 10 - 5, behind pitcher Bob Klinger. The Sox have now won 12 in a row.

The Red Sox clip the Indians‚ 10 – 5, behind pitcher Bob Klinger. The Sox have now won 12 in a row.

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Ted Williams hits 3 home runs to over shadow a 5-5 from Lou Boudreau

Rudy York hits 2 grand slams vs same pitcher

Rudy York hits 2 grand slams vs same pitcher

The Boston Red Sox clinch the American League pennant, edging the Cleveland Indians, 1 - 0, on Ted Williams' inside-the-park home run

The Boston Red Sox clinch the American League pennant, edging the Cleveland Indians, 1 – 0, on Ted Williams’ inside-the-park home run

Boston Red Sox Ted Williams is giving an intentional pass in the first inning of Game Three of the World Series.

Game Three 1946 World Series Boston Red sox vs St Louis Cardinals

Enos Slaughter Mad Dash

St. Louis Cardinals collect 20 hits in Game Four of the World Series against the Boston Red Sox

Boston Red Sox board a plane to St. Louis for sixth game of 1946 World Series.

Red Sox board plane heading to St Louis up 3 games to 2

Enos Slaughter Mad Dash

Enos Slaughter completes his “Mad Dash” toward home plate, helping the St. Louis Cardinals to a 4-3 win over the Boston Red Sox in Game Seven of the World Series

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Ted Williams of the Boston Red Sox wins his first Most Valuable Player Award

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1946

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1946

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At Cleveland Stadium, Bob Feller fires his second one-hitter in 10 days, stopping the Boston Red Sox, 2 – 0

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Hank Thompson and right fielder Willard “Home Run” Brown play for the St. Louis Browns

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Jake Jones of the Red Sox hits a 60 foot triple

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All-Star shortstop Vern Stephens traded to the Red Sox in 8 player deal

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All Star shortstop Vern Stephens ends up in Boston after 13 players over 2 days get traded between St Louis and Boston

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Triple Crown winner Ted Williams is edged out by Joe DiMaggio for the 1947 AL MVP

Stan Spence, Vern Stephens and Bobby Doerr hit consecutive home runs as the Boston Red Sox set a team record on Opening Day

Stan Spence, Vern Stephens and Bobby Doerr hit consecutive home runs as the Boston Red Sox set a team record on Opening Day

Doby has a big day leading tribe a win at Fenway

Doby has a big day leading tribe a win at Fenway

The Red Sox become the first team to hit three consecutive homers in one inning twice in one season. Stan Spence, Vern Stephens, and Ted Williams all go deep off Fred Hutchinson in the sixth inning of the team's 12-4 rout of Detroit at Fenway Park.

The Red Sox become the first team to hit three consecutive homers in one inning twice in one season. Stan Spence, Vern Stephens, and Ted Williams all go deep off Fred Hutchinson in the sixth inning of the team’s 12-4 rout of Detroit at Fenway Park.

Ted Williams faces three pitchers in the 7th inning, a first in American League history

Ted Williams faces three pitchers in the 7th inning, a first in American League history

Detroit's Dizzy Trout shuts out the Red Sox, 13 - 0, to stop Boston's win streak at 13 games

Detroit’s Dizzy Trout shuts out the Red Sox, 13 – 0, to stop Boston’s win streak at 13 games

The Red Sox rout the Tigers, 8 - 1, behind Jack Kramer's 10th straight win

The Red Sox rout the Tigers, 8 – 1, behind Jack Kramer’s 10th straight win

At Fenway Park, with the Red Sox trailing Cleveland, 8 - 7, Vern Stephens crashes a 2-run homer to give the Sox a 9 - 8 win and move them into first place. This is Stephen's 15th game-winning hit of the year.

At Fenway Park, with the Red Sox trailing Cleveland, 8 – 7, Vern Stephens crashes a 2-run homer to give the Sox a 9 – 8 win and move them into first place. This is Stephen’s 15th game-winning hit of the year.

Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees undergoes surgery for bone spurs on his right heel at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore

Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees undergoes surgery for bone spurs on his right heel at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore

The Chicago White Sox beat the Boston Red Sox, 12 - 8, Scoring in every inning it has only occurred five times in American League history

The Chicago White Sox beat the Boston Red Sox, 12 – 8, Scoring in every inning it has only occurred five times in American League history

Joe Dimaggio makes his debut in 1949

Joe Dimaggio makes his debut in 1949

Joe DiMaggio catches a sinking line drive off his shoetops to rob his brother Dom of hitting streak

Joe DiMaggio catches a sinking line drive off his shoetops to rob his brother Dom of hitting streak

Despite 71 injuries that kept players out of games, Casey Stengel and his Yankees have been in first place all season. But today the Red Sox move into a tie for first place with a 4 - 1 victory over Allie Reynolds. Ted Williams hits his 43rd homer, and Mel Parnell wins his 25th game of the season. The lefty is 16-3 at Fenway Park this year. Joe DiMaggio listens to the game from a hospital, bedridden with pneumonia. The Yankees return to New York and are greeted at Grand Central Station by a huge crowd of fans, including Mrs. Babe Ruth, who predicts, "Whoever wins tomorrow should go all the way."

Despite 71 injuries that kept players out of games, Casey Stengel and his Yankees have been in first place all season. But today the Red Sox move into a tie for first place with a 4 – 1 victory over Allie Reynolds. Ted Williams hits his 43rd homer, and Mel Parnell wins his 25th game of the season. The lefty is 16-3 at Fenway Park this year. Joe DiMaggio listens to the game from a hospital, bedridden with pneumonia. The Yankees return to New York and are greeted at Grand Central Station by a huge crowd of fans, including Mrs. Babe Ruth, who predicts, “Whoever wins tomorrow should go all the way.”

Before 67,434 at Yankee Stadium, the Red Sox survive a rhubarb-filled, 7 - 6 win when Johnny Pesky scores on a disputed squeeze play. Leading by one game, the Sox move on to Washington for a three-game series before the last two games of the year with the Yankees.

Before 67,434 at Yankee Stadium, the Red Sox survive a rhubarb-filled, 7 – 6 win when Johnny Pesky scores on a disputed squeeze play. Leading by one game, the Sox move on to Washington for a three-game series before the last two games of the year with the Yankees.

Stephens drives in 7

Stephens drives in 7

Yankees capture pennant and Williams loses Triple Crown, Batting Title and Pennnant

Yankees capture pennant and Williams loses Triple Crown, Batting Title and Pennnant

Bobby Doerr receives the Fred Hoey Award

Bobby Doerr receives the Fred Hoey Award

Mel Parnell reveals he pitched last season with a sore elbow

Mel Parnell reveals he pitched last season with a sore elbow

Boston Red Sox establish a major league record for the most runs in one game as they rip the St. Louis Browns, 29-4

Boston Red Sox establish a major league record for the most runs in one game as they rip the St. Louis Browns, 29-4

At Shibe Park in what looks like a football score, the Boston Red Sox overpower the Philadelphia A's, 22 - 14

At Shibe Park in what looks like a football score, the Boston Red Sox overpower the Philadelphia A’s, 22 – 14

The Boston Red Sox produce a second 11-run inning this year, as they score 11 in the 2nd inning against the Chicago White Sox to win at home, 13 - 1

The Boston Red Sox produce a second 11-run inning this year, as they score 11 in the 2nd inning against the Chicago White Sox to win at home, 13 – 1

In the American League's first Ladies Night Game, the Red Sox top the A's, 10 - 6, at Fenway Park

In the American League’s first Ladies Night Game, the Red Sox top the A’s, 10 – 6, at Fenway Park

1950 - Boston SS Vern Stephens' ninth inning grand slam against the Browns gives the Red Sox a 6 - 2. win. The Sox have now won nine straight and have whipped the Browns 18 times in 19 games this year.

1950 – Boston SS Vern Stephens’ ninth inning grand slam against the Browns gives the Red Sox a 6 – 2. win. The Sox have now won nine straight and have whipped the Browns 18 times in 19 games this year.

Clyde Vollmer's pinch slam against Al Benton in the Sox's 6-run seventh helps Boston to an 11 - 9 win

Clyde Vollmer’s pinch slam against Al Benton in the Sox’s 6-run seventh helps Boston to an 11 – 9 win

August 9, 1949 - Dom DiMaggio's 34-game hitting streak is on the line against Vic Raschi and the Yankees. Hitless in his first four at bats, Dom hits a sinking line drive in the 8th that his brother Joe catches at his shoetops. The Red Sox win, 6 - 3, to move 5 1/2 games behind the Yankees. Dom had started his streak after going hitless against Raschi.

At Fenway Park the Red Sox come back from 12 – 1 deficits to beat the Indians 15 – 14

Fenway in the fifties. Ted Williams at bat.

Fenway in the fifties. Ted Williams at bat.

August 9, 1949 - Dom DiMaggio's 34-game hitting streak is on the line against Vic Raschi and the Yankees. Hitless in his first four at bats, Dom hits a sinking line drive in the 8th that his brother Joe catches at his shoetops. The Red Sox win, 6 - 3, to move 5 1/2 games behind the Yankees. Dom had started his streak after going hitless against Raschi.

Dom Dimaggio steals his 15th base, that will lead the AL in steals and is lowest number in league history

The Red Sox extend their home streak to 22 straight vs the A's

The Red Sox extend their home streak to 22 straight vs the A’s

The Yankees, tied for first place with the Tigers and two games ahead of Boston, open a crucial series with the Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. Joe DiMaggio's 1st-inning home run off Mel Parnell is all the scoring needed, as the Bombers win, 8 - 0. Ed Lopat gives up five hits, including a leadoff triple to Dom DiMaggio.

The Yankees, tied for first place with the Tigers and two games ahead of Boston, open a crucial series with the Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. Joe DiMaggio’s 1st-inning home run off Mel Parnell is all the scoring needed, as the Bombers win, 8 – 0. Ed Lopat gives up five hits, including a leadoff triple to Dom DiMaggio.

66,924 fans are on hand for Johnny Mize Day at Yankee Stadium

66,924 fans are on hand for Johnny Mize Day at Yankee Stadium

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Slugging first baseman Walt Dropo wins the 1950 American League Rookie of the Year

Lou Boudreau

Boston Red Sox sign future hall of famer Lou boudreau

Mickey Mantle makes his major league debut for the New York Yankees

Mickey Mantle makes his major league debut for the New York Yankees

Philadelphia Athletics win their first game at Fenway Park in 3 years

Philadelphia Athletics win their first game at Fenway Park in 3 years

Harry Suitcase Simpson and Bob Feller celebrate a 7-1 victory over the Red Sox in front of 53,000 fans at Cleveland Stadium on 5/1/51.

Harry Suitcase Simpson and Bob Feller celebrate a 7-1 victory over the Red Sox

The feud between Joe DiMaggio and Casey Stengel reaches a head in the 2nd inning against the Red Sox after DiMaggio makes an error

The feud between Joe DiMaggio and Casey Stengel reaches a head in the 2nd inning against the Red Sox after DiMaggio makes an error

Ted Williams and Ellis Kidner

The Red Sox and White Sox draw a record crowd of 52,592 for a twi-night doubleheader at Comiskey Park

The Red Sox and White Sox play 19 innings under the lights, tying a major league record. Mickey McDermott pitches the first 17 innings for Boston, as Chicago wins this marathon, 5 - 4. Clyde Vollmer has a homer and two singles for the BoSox and 3B Vern Stephens plays the entire game (18 1/3 innings) without a putout. Boston scores twice in the top of the 19th, but the Sox strike back with three runs. For the second night in a row, the two teams set a record for the longest night game. Tomorrow the Sox will set a major league mark when they pull off their 14th double play in four games.

The Red Sox and White Sox play 19 innings under the lights, tying a major league record. Mickey McDermott pitches the first 17 innings for Boston, as Chicago wins this marathon, 5 – 4. Clyde Vollmer has a homer and two singles for the BoSox and 3B Vern Stephens plays the entire game (18 1/3 innings) without a putout. Boston scores twice in the top of the 19th, but the Sox strike back with three runs. For the second night in a row, the two teams set a record for the longest night game. Tomorrow the Sox will set a major league mark when they pull off their 14th double play in four games.

Clyde Vollmer and Mickey McDermott

Clyde Vollmer hits a walkoff grandslam in 16th off Bob Feller

1951 Dom DiMaggio slides in safe at the plate as Bobby Doerr and Johnny Pesky look on. White Sox catcher is Phil Masi. Ump is Ed Hurley.

1951 Dom DiMaggio slides in safe at the plate as Bobby Doerr and Johnny Pesky look on. White Sox catcher is Phil Masi. Ump is Ed Hurley.

Browns rookie Bob Nieman hits two home runs in his first two ML at bats, a record unequaled. They come against Mickey McDermott of the Red Sox, but Boston still wins 9 - 6. Boston has homers by Dom DiMaggio, Ted Williams, and Walt Dropo.

Browns rookie Bob Nieman hits two home runs in his first two ML at bats, a record unequaled. They come against Mickey McDermott of the Red Sox, but Boston still wins 9 – 6. Boston has homers by Dom DiMaggio, Ted Williams, and Walt Dropo.

Allie Reynolds of the New York Yankees hurls his second no-hitter of the season

Allie Reynolds of the New York Yankees hurls his second no-hitter of the season

Ted Williams Day- Ted Williams plays his final game before leaving for military duty in Korea

Ted Williams Day- Ted Williams plays his final game before leaving for military duty in Korea

Jimmy Piersall and Billy Martin Brawl

Jimmy Piersall and Billy Martin Brawl

Ted Williams out at home

Ted Williams out at home

Chicago White Sox send 3 players to the Boston Red Sox for Vern Stephens

Chicago White Sox send 3 players to the Boston Red Sox for Vern Stephens

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Jimmy Piersall of the Boston Red Sox goes 6-for-6 in the first game of a doubleheader

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Ted Williams returns to the Boston Red Sox after his military stint in the Korean War

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Boston Red Sox star Ted Williams fractures his collarbone on the first day of spring training

Hank Aaron makes his first spring training start for the Milwaukee Braves

Hank Aaron makes his first spring training start for the Milwaukee Braves

Ted Williams goes 8-9 when he returns from collarbone fracture

Ted Williams goes 8-9 when he returns from collarbone fracture

Bob Feller tops 2,500 career strikeouts and pitches Cleveland into first place

Bob Feller tops 2,500 career strikeouts and pitches Cleveland into first place

Ted Williams of the Red Sox hits his 362nd home run to put him in 5th place on the all-time list.

Ted Williams of the Red Sox hits his 362nd home run to put him in 5th place on the all-time list.

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Elston Howard becomes the first black to play for the Yankees

Cleveland Indians starters show up for a "pitching clinic" during a doubleheader sweep of the Boston Red Sox at Cleveland Stadium. Veteran Bob Feller pitches hitless ball for 6+ innings and hurls his major league record 12th one-hitter in a 2 - 0 victory in the opener, and in the nitecap rookie Herb Score strikes out the first nine batters (for a total of 16) en route to a 2 - 1 four-hit victory.

Cleveland Indians starters show up for a “pitching clinic” during a doubleheader sweep of the Boston Red Sox at Cleveland Stadium. Veteran Bob Feller pitches hitless ball for 6+ innings and hurls his major league record 12th one-hitter in a 2 – 0 victory in the opener, and in the nitecap rookie Herb Score strikes out the first nine batters (for a total of 16) en route to a 2 – 1 four-hit victory.

Harry Agganis

Boston Red Sox star Harry Agganis dies unexpectedly from a blood clot after a bout with pneumonia

Ted Williams collects his 2000th career hit with a first-inning single off Bob Turley

Ted Williams collects his 2000th career hit with a first-inning single off Bob Turley

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Red Sox outfielder Ted Williams collects his 2000th career hit in a 5 – 3 loss to the Yankees.

The Red Sox beat the Yankees, 8 - 1, as Ted Williams goes 1 for 2. Williams finishes the season at .356, well ahead of Al Kaline's .340, but does not have enough at bats to win the batting title. The same thing happened in 1954. Williams was walked 136 times in 1954 and 71 times (an American League-leading 17 were intentional) this year. A rule change will be made to recognize plate appearances, not times at bat, to determine the batting champion.

The Red Sox beat the Yankees, 8 – 1, as Ted Williams goes 1 for 2. Williams finishes the season at .356, well ahead of Al Kaline’s .340, but does not have enough at bats to win the batting title. The same thing happened in 1954. Williams was walked 136 times in 1954 and 71 times (an American League-leading 17 were intentional) this year. A rule change will be made to recognize plate appearances, not times at bat, to determine the batting champion.

In a nine-player trade, first baseman Mickey Vernon is sent by the Washington Senators to the Boston Red Sox.

In a nine-player trade, first baseman Mickey Vernon is sent by the Washington Senators to the Boston Red Sox.

The Red Sox sell 41-year-old pitcher Ellis Kinder to the Cardinals

The Red Sox sell 41-year-old pitcher Ellis Kinder to the Cardinals

New York Yankees pitcher Don Larsen hits a grand slam off Frank Sullivan of the Boston Red Sox, as New York wins, 13 - 6, at Yankee Stadium.

New York Yankees pitcher Don Larsen hits a grand slam off Frank Sullivan of the Boston Red Sox, as New York wins, 13 – 6, at Yankee Stadium.

Joe Cronin and Hank Greenberg are inducted into the Hall of Fame

Joe Cronin and Hank Greenberg are inducted into the Hall of Fame

A Boston newspaper claims that Ted Williams never paid his $5,000 fine for spitting at the crowd. It refers to him mockingly as the "Splendid Spitter."

A Boston newspaper claims that Ted Williams never paid his $5,000 fine for spitting at the crowd. It refers to him mockingly as the “Splendid Spitter.”

Hank Greenberg

Cleveland Indians reject the Boston Red Sox’ offer of $1 million for star pitcher Herb Score

Ted Williams finds Range

Ted Williams finds Range

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Billy Pierce of the White Sox wins, 1 – 0, in a 10-inning masterpiece

Ted Williams hits three home runs in the Boston Red Sox’ 9-3 win over the Cleveland Indians

Ted Williams hits three home runs in the Boston Red Sox’ 9-3 win over the Cleveland Indians

In front of a meager crowd of 2,598 at Griffith Stadium, Senator right-hander Hal Griggs ends Ted Williams' streak of reaching base in 16 straight times when he induces the Red Sox outfielder to ground out to second base in the top of the first inning. In his next at bat, the 'Splendid Splinter' homers off the Washington starter to begin the fourth inning, which will prove to be the difference in Boston's 2-1 victory over Washington.

In front of a meager crowd of 2,598 at Griffith Stadium, Senator right-hander Hal Griggs ends Ted Williams’ streak of reaching base in 16 straight times when he induces the Red Sox outfielder to ground out to second base in the top of the first inning. In his next at bat, the ‘Splendid Splinter’ homers off the Washington starter to begin the fourth inning, which will prove to be the difference in Boston’s 2-1 victory over Washington.

Mickey Mantle barely edges Ted Williams in the 1957 AL MVP

Mickey Mantle barely edges Ted Williams in the 1957 AL MVP

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The Washington Senators trade shortstop Pete Runnels to the Boston Red Sox

Ted Williams becomes highest paid Red Sox player of all time

Ted Williams becomes highest paid Red Sox player of all time

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Tiger right-hander Jim Bunning no-hits the Red Sox, 3-0

Boston Red Sox Star Ted Williams stares down White Sox pitcher Dick Donovan in the third inning during a game at Comiskey Park on July 25, 1958. Sherm Lollar is behind the plate and the home plate umpire is Bill Summers. Donovan will record a rare strikeout of the “Splendid Splinter” as the White Sox will be victorious by a 4-0 score.

White Sox Top Red Sox 4-0

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Ted Williams of the Boston Red Sox blasts his 17th career grand slam

Ted Williams, after striking out looking with two aboard to end the 3rd inning flings his bat aside in a fit of anger

Ted Williams, after striking out looking with two aboard to end the 3rd inning flings his bat aside in a fit of anger

1958 - The Red Sox drill a 9 - 5 win over Washington as Pete Runnels and Ted Williams each have three hits, but Ted has two less at bats to move ahead in the batting race. The two sluggers hit back-to-back home runs in the 4th, off John Romonosky.

1958 – The Red Sox drill a 9 – 5 win over Washington as Pete Runnels and Ted Williams each have three hits, but Ted has two less at bats to move ahead in the batting race. The two sluggers hit back-to-back home runs in the 4th, off John Romonosky.

Red Sox outfielder, going 7-for-11 to end the season, Ted Williams becomes the first 40 year-old to lead the league in hitting and wins his sixth and final batting title. The 'Splendid Splinter's' .328 batting average beats out his teammate Pete Runnels, who goes 0-for-4 today and ends up the campaign with a .322 mark.

Red Sox outfielder, going 7-for-11 to end the season, Ted Williams becomes the first 40 year-old to lead the league in hitting and wins his sixth and final batting title. The ‘Splendid Splinter’s’ .328 batting average beats out his teammate Pete Runnels, who goes 0-for-4 today and ends up the campaign with a .322 mark.

Carl Yastrzemski Autographed Picture - 16x20 JSA)

The Boston Red Sox sign teenage sensation Carl Yastrzemski to a reported bonus of $100,000

At the age of 39, Early Wynn of the Chicago White Sox pitches a one-hit shutout, strikes out 14, and hits a double and home run for a 1 - 0 victory over the Boston Red Sox at Comiskey Park.

At the age of 39, Early Wynn of the Chicago White Sox pitches a one-hit shutout, strikes out 14, and hits a double and home run for a 1 – 0 victory over the Boston Red Sox at Comiskey Park.

Boston Red Sox become the last team to debut a black player when Elijah “Pumpsie” Green appears in a game as a pinch-runner and shortstop

Boston Red Sox become the last team to debut a black player when Elijah “Pumpsie” Green appears in a game as a pinch-runner and shortstop

Pumpsie Green hits first career homerun in Red Sox win over Yankees Full Radio Broadcast

Pumpsie Green hits first career homerun in Red Sox win over Yankees Full Radio Broadcast

Full Radio Broadcast September 20 1959 Boston Red Sox at New york Yankees

Full Radio Broadcast September 20 1959 Boston Red Sox at New york Yankees

Jackie Jensen

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Jensen announces his retirement,

All-Star catcher Sammy White announces he will retire rather than report to the Cleveland Indians,

All-Star catcher Sammy White announces he will retire rather than report to the Cleveland Indians,

Making his debut in pinstripes, Roger Maris goes 4-for-5 batting leadoff in the Yankees lineup

Making his debut in pinstripes, Roger Maris goes 4-for-5 batting leadoff in the Yankees lineup

Ted Williams becomes the fourth major league player to hit his 500th home run

Ted Williams becomes the fourth major league player to hit his 500th home run

New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox Radio Broadcast

New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox Radio Broadcast

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In an effort to distract Ted Williams during his at-bats in the 6th and 8th innings, Indians CF Jimmy Piersall goes into a war dance in Centerfield

Full Radio Broadcast 1968 08 17 New York Yankees vs Boston Red Sox Complete Radio Broadcast

Full Radio Broadcast 1968 08 17 New York Yankees vs Boston Red Sox Complete Radio Broadcast

Ted Williams draws the 2,000th walk of his career in the Red Sox's split of a twi-night doubleheader with Baltimore.

Ted Williams draws the 2,000th walk of his career in the Red Sox’s split of a twi-night doubleheader with Baltimore.

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Pete Runnels collects 10 hits in a double header

The Yankees clinched the American League flag with a 4-3 victory over Boston at Fenway Park. The title will be 70 year-old Casey Stengel's tenth and last pennant after being dismissed and replaced by the team's hitting coach Ralph Houk when the Bronx Bombers lose the World Series to Pirates in seven games.

The Yankees clinched the American League flag with a 4-3 victory over Boston at Fenway Park. The title will be 70 year-old Casey Stengel’s tenth and last pennant after being dismissed and replaced by the team’s hitting coach Ralph Houk when the Bronx Bombers lose the World Series to Pirates in seven games.

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Ted Williams of the Boston Red Sox smashes a home run in his final major league at-bat

1960 - The Yankees beat the Red Sox, 6 - 5, and set a new American League record for homers with 192. Tony Kubek and Jesse Gonder hit the homers today as the Bombers win their 13th straight.

1960 – The Yankees beat the Red Sox, 6 – 5, and set a new American League record for homers with 192. Tony Kubek and Jesse Gonder hit the homers today as the Bombers win their 13th straight.

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Boston Red Sox announce that rookie Carl Yastrzemski will start the season in left field, succeeding the legendary Ted Williams

Red Sox rookie Carl Yastrzemski, in his major league debut, singles off Kansas City's Ray Herbert in the team's 5-2 Opening Day loss at Fenway Park. The 21 year-old left fielder from Bridgehampton, New York, will amass 3,419 hits during his 23-year Hall of Fame career with Boston..

Red Sox rookie Carl Yastrzemski, in his major league debut, singles off Kansas City’s Ray Herbert in the team’s 5-2 Opening Day loss at Fenway Park. The 21 year-old left fielder from Bridgehampton, New York, will amass 3,419 hits during his 23-year Hall of Fame career with Boston..

Gene Conley pitches for Red Sox after winning NBA title

Gene Conley pitches for Red Sox after winning NBA title

Carroll Hardy of the Boston Red Sox becomes the only player to pinch-hit for both Ted Williams and Carl Yastrzemski

Carroll Hardy of the Boston Red Sox becomes the only player to pinch-hit for both Ted Williams and Carl Yastrzemski

Ryne Duren sets AL record by striking out 7 straight Red Sox

Ryne Duren sets AL record by striking out 7 straight Red Sox

6/9/1961 - The Los Angeles Angels were playing a doubleheader at Fenway Park. The Angels lineup for game two had Ken Hamlin batting first and Gene Leek eighth. However, Leek started the game by grounding out and the Red Sox did not comment. The next batter should have been the ninth-place hitter, pitcher Ryne Duren. However, Lee Thomas came to the plate and singled to left. At this point the Sox again did not comment. Leon Wagner, properly following Thomas, singled to right driving advancing Thomas to third. At this point, Boston could not protest the batter since Wagner was the correct one. Thomas scored on a ground out by the next batter, Ken Hunt. In the second inning, sixth place hitter Ken Aspromonte led off with a single and the seventh batter, Steve Bilko, was called out on strikes. Leek should have hit now but Hamlin strode to the plate and beat out an infield hit. The Red Sox now point the improper batter to the umpires and Leek, the proper batter, is called out. The Angels follow the correct lineup for the rest of the game and go on to beat the Red Sox, 5-1.

6/9/1961 – The Los Angeles Angels were playing a doubleheader at Fenway Park. The Angels lineup for game two had Ken Hamlin batting first and Gene Leek eighth. However, Leek started the game by grounding out and the Red Sox did not comment. The next batter should have been the ninth-place hitter, pitcher Ryne Duren. However, Lee Thomas came to the plate and singled to left. At this point the Sox again did not comment. Leon Wagner, properly following Thomas, singled to right driving advancing Thomas to third. At this point, Boston could not protest the batter since Wagner was the correct one. Thomas scored on a ground out by the next batter, Ken Hunt. In the second inning, sixth place hitter Ken Aspromonte led off with a single and the seventh batter, Steve Bilko, was called out on strikes. Leek should have hit now but Hamlin strode to the plate and beat out an infield hit. The Red Sox now point the improper batter to the umpires and Leek, the proper batter, is called out. The Angels follow the correct lineup for the rest of the game and go on to beat the Red Sox, 5-1.

Vintage 1966 Wire Photograph - Mickey Mantle & Roger Maris

Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris continue their assault on Babe Ruth’s single-season home run record

In their first appearance in Boston since moving to Milwaukee, the Braves defeat the Red Sox, 4 - 1

In their first appearance in Boston since moving to Milwaukee, the Braves defeat the Red Sox, 4 – 1

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Roger Maris of the New York Yankees blasts his 61st home run

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Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Jensen announces his retirement

BAltimore Orioles' first baseman Boog Powell becomes the first Oriole player to homer over the center field hedge at Memorial Stadium as he goes deep off the Red Sox's Don Schwall, who gives up the 469-foot shot. In 1957, Yankee superstar Mickey Mantle became the first major leaguer to accomplish the feat.

BAltimore Orioles’ first baseman Boog Powell becomes the first Oriole player to homer over the center field hedge at Memorial Stadium as he goes deep off the Red Sox’s Don Schwall, who gives up the 469-foot shot. In 1957, Yankee superstar Mickey Mantle became the first major leaguer to accomplish the feat.

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Earl Wilson of the Boston Red Sox becomes the first black pitcher in American League history to hurl a no-hitter

Pumpsie Green and Gene Conley Go on a Walkabout

Pumpsie Green and Gene Conley Go on a Walkabout

Bill Monbouquette becomes the second Red Sox hurler this season to throw a no-hitter

Bill Monbouquette becomes the second Red Sox hurler this season to throw a no-hitter

Houston Colt .45s acquire American League batting champion Pete Runnels from the Boston Red Sox

Houston Colt .45s acquire American League batting champion Pete Runnels from the Boston Red Sox

At Fenway Park, In his first major league at-bat, Gates Brown delivers a pinch-hit home run in the Tigers' 9-2 loss to Boston. He is the 11th player to homer in his first career atbat and the homer will be the first of 16 round-trippers the Tiger outfielder will hit coming off the bench during his 13-year career in Detroit.

At Fenway Park, In his first major league at-bat, Gates Brown delivers a pinch-hit home run in the Tigers’ 9-2 loss to Boston. He is the 11th player to homer in his first career atbat and the homer will be the first of 16 round-trippers the Tiger outfielder will hit coming off the bench during his 13-year career in Detroit.

Dick Stuart as "Dr. Strange Glove" sets fielding record

Dick Stuart as “Dr. Strange Glove” sets fielding record

Tony C debut at Yankee Stadium

Tony Conigliaro makes his debut against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium & Whitey Ford goes distance in 11 inning opening day loss to rival Red Sox

Conigliaro homers in first Fenway at-bat

Conigliaro homers in first Fenway at-bat

Only 306 Fans show up to watch a game at Fenway Park

Only 306 Fans show up to watch a game at Fenway Park

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The Red Sox trade first baseman Dick Stuart to the Phillies for pitcher Dennis Bennett.

Red Sox hit 5 homeruns is season opener vs Senators

Red Sox hit 5 homeruns is season opener vs Senators

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Carl Yastrzemski hits for the cycle

Tony C lifts Red Sox over Yankees

Tony C lifts Red Sox over Yankees

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Yankees’ pitcher Mel Stottlemyre hits an inside-the-park grand slam against the Red Sox

Dave Morehead, who will lead the league in losses with 18 this season, no-hits the visiting Indians

Dave Morehead, who will lead the league in losses with 18 this season, no-hits the visiting Indians

Satchel Paige makes history

Satchel Paige makes history

6/13/1966: The Red Sox played the Indians in Cleveland and three home runs were lost to the rain. Boston's George Scott hit a three-run clout in the first inning, while both Jose Azcue and Leon Wagner of the Indians hit four-baggers. Azcue's came in the third and Wagner's in the fourth inning as a pinch hitter.

6/13/1966: The Red Sox played the Indians in Cleveland and three home runs were lost to the rain. Boston’s George Scott hit a three-run clout in the first inning, while both Jose Azcue and Leon Wagner of the Indians hit four-baggers. Azcue’s came in the third and Wagner’s in the fourth inning as a pinch hitter.

With Baltimore trailing Boston, 2 - 0 in the 9th inning, Vic Roznovsky and Boog Powell sting Lee Stange with back-to-back pinch-hit home runs to tie the game. This is just the 3rd time in history that back-to-back pinch home runs have occurred. Baltimore wins in the 12th, 3 - 2.

With Baltimore trailing Boston, 2 – 0 in the 9th inning, Vic Roznovsky and Boog Powell sting Lee Stange with back-to-back pinch-hit home runs to tie the game. This is just the 3rd time in history that back-to-back pinch home runs have occurred. Baltimore wins in the 12th, 3 – 2.

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In one of the highest-scoring spring training games ever, the Boston Red Sox upend the New York Mets, 23 – 18.

Boston Red Sox rookie pitcher Billy Rohr makes a memorable debut tossing a near no hitter

Boston Red Sox rookie pitcher Billy Rohr makes a memorable debut tossing a near no hitter

Cleveland sends Gary Bell to Boston for OF Don Demeter and 1B Tony Horton. Bell‚ a 16-game winner last year‚ is 1-5 this season‚ but he'll win 12 games for Boston during their pennant drive.

Cleveland sends Gary Bell to Boston for OF Don Demeter and 1B Tony Horton. Bell‚ a 16-game winner last year‚ is 1-5 this season‚ but he’ll win 12 games for Boston during their pennant drive.

Red Sox and Yankees bench clearing brawl 1967 game

Red Sox and Yankees bench clearing brawl 1967 game

The Red Sox obtain catcher Elston Howard from the Yankees for cash and two players to be named later, with pitchers Peter Magrini and Ron Klimkowski being sent to New York to complete the trade. The 38 year-old backstop will hit only .147 for his new team, but his veteran presence will contribute to Boston capturing the American League pennant.

The Red Sox obtain catcher Elston Howard from the Yankees for cash and two players to be named later, with pitchers Peter Magrini and Ron Klimkowski being sent to New York to complete the trade. The 38 year-old backstop will hit only .147 for his new team, but his veteran presence will contribute to Boston capturing the American League pennant.

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Tony Conigliaro is hit in the face with a fastball thrown by California’s Jack Hamilton

Ken Harrelson

Ken “Hawk” Harrelson of the Kansas City A’s becomes baseball’s first free agent

Boston signs OF Ken Harrelson who homers in his first at-bat

Boston signs OF Ken Harrelson who homers in his first at-bat

Boston rallies again to beat Detroit, 4 - 2, scoring three runs in the 9th inning. Jose Santiago (10-4) wins for the second time in two days. The loss drops Detroit from 1st place down to 4th.

Boston rallies again to beat Detroit, 4 – 2, scoring three runs in the 9th inning. Jose Santiago (10-4) wins for the second time in two days. The loss drops Detroit from 1st place down to 4th.

Lou Brock 1967 World Series

Full Radio Broadcast 1967 World Series Game 3 Boston Red Sox vs St Louis Cardinals

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Jim Lonborg of the Boston Red Sox pitches a one-hitter against the St. Louis Cardinals in Game Two of the World Series

Boston's Ken Brett becomes the youngest player ever to pitch in the World Series when he appears in relief against the Cardinals in Game 4 of the Fall Classic. The 19 year-old Red Sox rookie southpaw, the older brother of future Hall of Fame third baseman George Brett, tosses a scoreless eighth inning, yielding a walk in the team's 6-0 loss at Busch Stadium.

Boston’s Ken Brett becomes the youngest player ever to pitch in the World Series when he appears in relief against the Cardinals in Game 4 of the Fall Classic. The 19 year-old Red Sox rookie southpaw, the older brother of future Hall of Fame third baseman George Brett, tosses a scoreless eighth inning, yielding a walk in the team’s 6-0 loss at Busch Stadium.

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The St. Louis Cardinals’ Roger Maris hits a home run in the 9th inning, but Jim Lonborg’s 3 – 1 victory sends the World Series back to Boston.

Boston Red Sox shortstop Rico Petrocelli blasts a pair of home runs, highlighting an 8-4 win over the St. Louis Cardinals in the sixth game of the World Series

Boston Red Sox shortstop Rico Petrocelli blasts a pair of home runs, highlighting an 8-4 win over the St. Louis Cardinals in the sixth game of the World Series

Lou Brock slides head first in to home to beat the tag by Red Sox catcher Elston Howard in Game 6 of the 1967 World Series

Lou Brock slides head first in to home to beat the tag by Red Sox catcher Elston Howard in Game 6 of the 1967 World Series

Bob Gibson hits a home run and strikes out 10 batters in leading the St. Louis Cardinals to the World Championship over the Boston Red Sox

Bob Gibson hits a home run and strikes out 10 batters in leading the St. Louis Cardinals to the World Championship over the Boston Red Sox

Dick Williams is selected as the American League's Manager of the Year

Dick Williams is selected as the American League’s Manager of the Year

As the overwhelming choice of 23 of the 24 experts surveyed, Dick Williams is selected as the United Press International's American League Manager of the Year

As the overwhelming choice of 23 of the 24 experts surveyed, Dick Williams is selected as the United Press International’s American League Manager of the Year

Triple Crown winner Carl Yastrzemski wins the 1967 American League Most Valuable Player

Triple Crown winner Carl Yastrzemski wins the 1967 American League Most Valuable Player

The Cubs give up on pitcher Ray Culp and ship him to the Red Sox for minor leaguer Rudy Schlesinger and cash. A steal for the Sox, Culp will develop a palmball and win 64 games for them over the next four seasons.

The Cubs give up on pitcher Ray Culp and ship him to the Red Sox for minor leaguer Rudy Schlesinger and cash. A steal for the Sox, Culp will develop a palmball and win 64 games for them over the next four seasons.

Jim Lonborg tears the ligaments in his left knee

Jim Lonborg tears the ligaments in his left knee

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1967

Major League Baseball Season Recap 1967

Boston Red Sox star Jim Lonborg undergoes surgery on his left knee

Boston Red Sox star Jim Lonborg undergoes surgery on his left knee

Tom Phoebus of the Baltimore Orioles pitches a 6 - 0 no hitter against the visiting Boston Red Sox. Third baseman Brooks Robinson drives in three runs and makes a great catch to rob Rico Petrocelli of a hit in the 8th inning.

Tom Phoebus of the Baltimore Orioles pitches a 6 – 0 no hitter against the visiting Boston Red Sox. Third baseman Brooks Robinson drives in three runs and makes a great catch to rob Rico Petrocelli of a hit in the 8th inning.

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Jim Fregosi ties record hits for the cycle

As a pinch hitter, Gates Brown has two walk-off hits in Detroit's twin bill sweep of the Red Sox at Tiger Stadium

As a pinch hitter, Gates Brown has two walk-off hits in Detroit’s twin bill sweep of the Red Sox at Tiger Stadium

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Denny McLain of the Detroit Tigers wins his 25th game

Mickey Mantle hits final home run

Mickey Mantle hits final home run

Carl Yastrzemski Autographed Photograph - 16x20

Boston Red Sox star and American League batting champion Carl Yastrzemski becomes the highest paid player in league history

After a long recovery following a 1967 beaning, Tony Conigliaro starts his first game for the Boston Red Sox. His dramatic two-run 10th-inning home run gives the Red Sox a brief lead, and his 12th-inning run wins it, 5 - 4, over the Baltimore Orioles home team.

After a long recovery following a 1967 beaning, Tony Conigliaro starts his first game for the Boston Red Sox. His dramatic two-run 10th-inning home run gives the Red Sox a brief lead, and his 12th-inning run wins it, 5 – 4, over the Baltimore Orioles home team.

Red Sox trade Ken Harrelson in multi player deal

Red Sox trade Ken Harrelson in multi player deal

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The Boston fans at Fenway Park warmly welcome back team legend Ted Williams when he emerges from the visitor’s dugout to exchange lineups with the umpires. At home plate, the new Washington manager shakes hands with Red Sox coach and dear friend Bobby Doerr, much to the delight of the crowd.

In the highest-scoring 11th inning ever, Seattle scores six runs, then allows 5, but hangs on for a 10 - 9 win at Boston. Jim Bouton gets the win with three shutout innings. Wayne Comer has a pair of homers, including one in the 11th. John Kennedy adds a homer in the 11th and Rico Petrocelli goes deep in the same inning for the Sox.

In the highest-scoring 11th inning ever, Seattle scores six runs, then allows 5, but hangs on for a 10 – 9 win at Boston. Jim Bouton gets the win with three shutout innings. Wayne Comer has a pair of homers, including one in the 11th. John Kennedy adds a homer in the 11th and Rico Petrocelli goes deep in the same inning for the Sox.

Red Sox outfielder Joe Lahoud bangs out three homers to help beat Minnesota‚ 13 - 5. Lahoud's efforts cure Tony Conigliaro's neck ailment and Lahoud will be back on the bench for the game on the 13th against Oakland as Tony C returns to the lineup.

Red Sox outfielder Joe Lahoud bangs out three homers to help beat Minnesota‚ 13 – 5. Lahoud’s efforts cure Tony Conigliaro’s neck ailment and Lahoud will be back on the bench for the game on the 13th against Oakland as Tony C returns to the lineup.

Reggie Jackson of the Oakland Athletics collects 10 RBI  against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park

Reggie Jackson of the Oakland Athletics collects 10 RBI  against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park

Dick Williams is fired as manager of the Red Sox

Dick Williams is fired as manager of the Red Sox

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Yastrzemski clears centerfield wall

Luis Aparicio and Walt Williams of the Chicago White Sox each collect five hits in a 22 - 13 rout of the Boston Red Sox 

Luis Aparicio and Walt Williams of the Chicago White Sox each collect five hits in a 22 – 13 rout of the Boston Red Sox 

The Yankees' Fritz Peterson wins his 20th, defeating the Red Sox, 4 - 3

The Yankees’ Fritz Peterson wins his 20th, defeating the Red Sox, 4 – 3

Red Sox deal Tony Conigliaro to the Angels

Red Sox deal Tony Conigliaro to the Angels

The White Sox trade Luis Aparicio to the Red Sox in exchange for infielders Mike Andrews and Luis Alvarado

The White Sox trade Luis Aparicio to the Red Sox in exchange for infielders Mike Andrews and Luis Alvarado

Yastrzemski signs 500K deal

Yastrzemski signs 500K deal

Aparicio-Smith-Yaz-Petrocelli-Scott-Josephson-Billy Conigilaro-Griffin-Culp....1971

Aparicio-Smith-Yaz-Petrocelli-Scott-Josephson-Billy Conigilaro-Griffin-Culp….1971

Sonny Siebert hits two homeruns and pitches the Red Sox to a 3 - 0 win over the Orioles

Sonny Siebert hits two homeruns and pitches the Red Sox to a 3 – 0 win over the Orioles

St. Louis Cardinals trade future Hall of Famer Steve Carlton to the Philadelphia Phillies

St. Louis Cardinals trade future Hall of Famer Steve Carlton to the Philadelphia Phillies

New York Yankees make one of the best trades in franchise history. The Yankees acquire reliever Sparky Lyle

New York Yankees make one of the best trades in franchise history. The Yankees acquire reliever Sparky Lyle

Roberto Clemente breaks Honus Wagner's record for the most hits in the history of the franchise and Bob Veale is sold

Roberto Clemente breaks Honus Wagner’s record for the most hits in the history of the franchise and Bob Veale is sold

Tigers clinch the division 1972 in shortened season

Tigers clinch the division 1972 in shortened season

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Freddy Parent last living member from 1903 World Series passes away

Carlton Fisk wins the first unanimous AL Rookie of the Year

Carlton Fisk wins the first unanimous AL Rookie of the Year

Boston Red Sox sign veteran slugger Orlando Cepeda

Boston Red Sox sign veteran slugger Orlando Cepeda

Ron Blomberg becomes first DH

Ron Blomberg becomes first DH

Designated hitter Ron Lolich, Mickey's cousin, hits a two-out walk-off grand slam off Sonny Siebert

Designated hitter Ron Lolich, Mickey’s cousin, hits a two-out walk-off grand slam off Sonny Siebert

Red Sox leadoff and #2 batters, Rick Miller and Reggie Smith, belt homers off Milwaukee's Bill Parsons. In 1971, Smith also followed a leadoff homer with one of his own. Bill Lee makes the lead stand up in beating the Brewers, 3 - 2.

Red Sox leadoff and #2 batters, Rick Miller and Reggie Smith, belt homers off Milwaukee’s Bill Parsons. In 1971, Smith also followed a leadoff homer with one of his own. Bill Lee makes the lead stand up in beating the Brewers, 3 – 2.

In his major league debut, Orioles P Jesse Jefferson loses his shutout when Red Sox SS Rico Petrocelli lofts a Fenway Park homer with two out in the 9th. Baltimore pushes over a run in the 10th to give Jefferson a 10-inning, 2 - 1 victory.

In his major league debut, Orioles P Jesse Jefferson loses his shutout when Red Sox SS Rico Petrocelli lofts a Fenway Park homer with two out in the 9th. Baltimore pushes over a run in the 10th to give Jefferson a 10-inning, 2 – 1 victory.

Mario GuerreroIs hit by a Mike strangler pitch

Mario GuerreroIs hit by a Mike strangler pitch

Thurman Munson and Carlton Fisk brawl at Fenway Park. With a 2 - 2 score in the top of the 9th, Munson, attempting to score from third on a missed bunt by Gene Michael, crashes into Fisk and they both come up swinging. Boston wins, 3 - 2, in the bottom of the inning.

Thurman Munson and Carlton Fisk brawl at Fenway Park

Orlando Cepeda at the end of his career ties record for 4 doubles in a game

Orlando Cepeda at the end of his career ties record for 4 doubles in a game

Boston trades first baseman Ben Ogilvie to the Tigers in exchange for Dick McAuliffe

Boston trades first baseman Ben Ogilvie to the Tigers in exchange for Dick McAuliffe

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San Francisco Giants sell future Hall of Fame pitcher Juan Marichal to the Boston Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox make a 5 player deal acquiring Reggie Cleveland

The Boston Red Sox make a 5 player deal acquiring Reggie Cleveland

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Boston Red Sox release two future Hall of Famers

Nolan Ryan no hitter

Nolan Ryan punches out 19 Red Sox

Game delayed by popcorn

Game delayed by popcorn

Nolan Ryan fans 19 in 13 inning start vs Red Sox

Nolan Ryan fans 19 in 13 inning start vs Red Sox

Carlton Fisk is lost for the season after home plate collison

Carlton Fisk is lost for the season after home plate collison

Nolan Ryan fans 19 batters in the California Angels' 4 - 2 win over the Boston Red Sox

Nolan Ryan fans 19 batters in the California Angels’ 4 – 2 win over the Boston Red Sox

Luis Tiant and Juan Marchial receive the Roberto Clemente Award

Luis Tiant and Juan Marchial receive the Roberto Clemente Award

The Boston Red Sox trade outfielder Tommy Harper to the California Angels for infielder Bob Heise.

The Boston Red Sox trade outfielder Tommy Harper to the California Angels for infielder Bob Heise.

Hall of Famer Harry Hooper dies at the age of 87

Hall of Famer Harry Hooper dies at the age of 87

The race to sign newly-minted free agent Catfish Hunter begins Yankee and Red Sox representatives are the first arrivals

The race to sign newly-minted free agent Catfish Hunter begins Yankee and Red Sox representatives are the first arrivals

Former Boston Red Sox star Tony Conigliaro begins a comeback attempt by signing a contract with Triple-A Pawtucket

Former Boston Red Sox star Tony Conigliaro begins a comeback attempt by signing a contract with Triple-A Pawtucket

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Tony Conigliaro returns after a four year absence

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Hall of Fame pitcher Robert Moses “Lefty” Grove dies at the age of 75

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Boston Red Sox rookie Fred Lynn drives in 10 runs

Jim Rice belts 2 homeruns and nearly hits one out of County Stadium

Jim Rice belts 2 homeruns and nearly hits one out of County Stadium

Jim Rice clouts a tremendous homer over the CF wall at Fenway Park just the 6th player to accomplish this feat

Jim Rice clouts a tremendous homer over the CF wall at Fenway Park just the 6th player to accomplish this feat

Robin Yount gets his first hit

Mel Ott’s forty-seven year-old record is broken when Brewers shortstop Robin Yount plays his 242nd major league game as a teenager

Jim Rice suffers a broken bone in his hand after being hit by a Vern Ruhle, he will miss the rest of the season

Jim Rice suffers a broken bone in his hand after being hit by a Vern Ruhle, he will miss the rest of the season

The Boston Red Sox gain a 5 - 3 win and a three-game sweep over the Oakland Athletics to catch the American League pennant

The Boston Red Sox gain a 5 – 3 win and a three-game sweep over the Oakland Athletics to catch the American League pennant

Boston’s Carlton Fisk and Cincinnati’s Ed Armbrister become involved in a controversial interference non call

Boston’s Carlton Fisk and Cincinnati’s Ed Armbrister become involved in a controversial interference non call

Boston Red Sox Luis Tiant throws 163 pitches in winning his second game of the World Series against Cincinnati, 5 - 4, to even the Series after four games.

Boston Red Sox Luis Tiant throws 163 pitches in winning his second game of the World Series against Cincinnati, 5 – 4, to even the Series after four games.

Tony Perez breaks an 0 for 15 slump with two home runs to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 6 - 2 victory over the Boston Red Sox in Game 5 of the World Series.

Tony Perez breaks an 0 for 15 slump with two home runs to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 6 – 2 victory over the Boston Red Sox in Game 5 of the World Series.

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Carlton Fisk of the Boston Red Sox powers a dramatic 12th- inning home run to complete one of the most memorable games in World Series history.

Bernie Carbo delivers pinch hit homerun in game 6 of 1975 World Series

Bernie Carbo delivers pinch hit homerun in game 6 of 1975 World Series

Joe Morgan drives in winning run to finish the 1975 World Series

Joe Morgan drives in winning run to finish the 1975 World Series

Johnny Bench and Sparky celebrate 1975 World Series Championships

Johnny Bench and Sparky celebrate 1975 World Series Championships

Fred Lynn of the Boston Red Sox is the overwhelming choice as American League Rookie of the Year

Fred Lynn of the Boston Red Sox is the overwhelming choice as American League Rookie of the Year

The Texas Rangers trade future Hall of Famer Ferguson Jenkins to the Boston Red Sox

The Texas Rangers trade future Hall of Famer Ferguson Jenkins to the Boston Red Sox

Boston Red Sox center fielder Fred Lynn becomes the first rookie ever to be named American League Most Valuable Player

Boston Red Sox center fielder Fred Lynn becomes the first rookie ever to be named American League Most Valuable Player

Major League Season Recap 1975

Major League Season Recap 1975

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Jim Palmer outduels Ferguson Jenkins 1-0 on opening day

Fisk and Pinella fight in the Bronx

Fisk and Pinella fight in the Bronx

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Oakland sells 3 Players – Bowie Kuhn voids the trades

Red Sox hire Don Zimmer as manager

Red Sox hire Don Zimmer as manager

relief pitcher Bill Campbell becomes the first free agent to sign a contract with a new team

relief pitcher Bill Campbell becomes the first free agent to sign a contract with a new team

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The Red Sox trade 1B Cecil Cooper to the Brewers for 1B George Scott and OF Bernie Carbo.

Boston sports writers honor Luis Tiant as the Red Sox's most valuable pitcher

Boston sports writers honor Luis Tiant as the Red Sox’s most valuable pitcher

Infielder Rico Petrocelli is released by the Boston Red Sox after a 13-season career for his only major league club

Infielder Rico Petrocelli is released by the Boston Red Sox after a 13-season career for his only major league club

Reggie Jackson and manager Billy Martin have dugout confrontation

Reggie Jackson and manager Billy Martin have dugout confrontation

Carl Yastrzemski (2), Bernie Carbo (2), and George Scott (1) of the Boston Red Sox hit five home runs in an 11 - 1 triumph over the New York Yankees at Fenway Park. The five home runs give the Red Sox a major league record 16 in three games. Boston hit six homers on June 17th and five on June 18th, also against the Yankees. The Yankees hit no homers in the three-game series.

Carl Yastrzemski (2), Bernie Carbo (2), and George Scott (1) of the Boston Red Sox hit five home runs in an 11 – 1 triumph over the New York Yankees at Fenway Park. The five home runs give the Red Sox a major league record 16 in three games. Boston hit six homers on June 17th and five on June 18th, also against the Yankees. The Yankees hit no homers in the three-game series.

The Red Sox set a major league record when the team hits their twenty-second home run in the past six games

The Red Sox set a major league record when the team hits their twenty-second home run in the past six games

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George Scott changes Tippy Martinez

Yankees walk it off vs Red Sox after Roy White launches a dramatic two-out two-run home run

Yankees walk it off vs Red Sox after Roy White launches a dramatic two-out two-run home run

The Boston Red Sox end their nine-game losing streak by walloping a major league-record - since topped - eight home runs, in beating Toronto, 9 - 6 at Fenway Park. Seven of the homers are solo shots, another record. Four home runs (by Fred Lynn, Jim Rice, Carl Yastrzemski and George Scott) come in the 8th inning. Only Scott's is not consecutive. Lynn and Scott each hit two, while Rice, Yaz, Butch Hobson and Bernie Carbo have one apiece. The Sox's previous high for homers was six and they won't top that number until 1999.

The Boston Red Sox end their nine-game losing streak by walloping a major league-record – since topped – eight home runs, in beating Toronto, 9 – 6 at Fenway Park. Seven of the homers are solo shots, another record. Four home runs (by Fred Lynn, Jim Rice, Carl Yastrzemski and George Scott) come in the 8th inning. Only Scott’s is not consecutive. Lynn and Scott each hit two, while Rice, Yaz, Butch Hobson and Bernie Carbo have one apiece. The Sox’s previous high for homers was six and they won’t top that number until 1999.

George Scott misses homerun on blown call

George Scott misses homerun on blown call

Carl Yastrzemski collects his 506th career double moving him past Babe Ruth on the all-time list

Carl Yastrzemski collects his 506th career double moving him past Babe Ruth on the all-time list

 Jim Rice  becomes the first Boston player since Ted Williams in 1939 to hit 20 homers, 20 doubles and 10 triples in a season

 Jim Rice  becomes the first Boston player since Ted Williams in 1939 to hit 20 homers, 20 doubles and 10 triples in a season

Tiger rookies Lou Whitaker and Alan Trammell debut together

Tiger rookies Lou Whitaker and Alan Trammell debut together

Brooks Robinson Hand Signed Autographed 3"x5" Postcard Baltimore Orioles COA

Ted Cox spoils ‘Thanks Brooks Robinson Day’

Texas Rangers re-acquire future Hall of Famer Ferguson Jenkins from the Boston Red Sox

Texas Rangers re-acquire future Hall of Famer Ferguson Jenkins from the Boston Red Sox

Red Sox rookie pitcher Bobby Sprowl was shot in the right arm while sleeping in his Winter Haven hotel room

Red Sox rookie pitcher Bobby Sprowl was shot in the right arm while sleeping in his Winter Haven hotel room

Boston Red Sox acquire pitcher Dennis Eckersley and catcher Fred Kendall from the Cleveland Indians

Boston Red Sox acquire pitcher Dennis Eckersley and catcher Fred Kendall from the Cleveland Indians

newly acquired starter Dennis Eckersley pitches into the 10th inning

newly acquired starter Dennis Eckersley pitches into the 10th inning during Red sox home opener

Carl Yastrzemski snags 2,800th hit

Carl Yastrzemski snags 2,800th hit

 Luis Tiant wins his 200th game league game

 Luis Tiant wins his 200th game league game

Dennis Eckersley (15-5) shuts out the Angels, 6 - 0, on four hits to run his Fenway Park record to 8-0. Jim Rice belts his 32nd homer, off former teammate Don Aase, one of three hits he garners.

Dennis Eckersley (15-5) shuts out the Angels, 6 – 0, on four hits to run his Fenway Park record to 8-0. Jim Rice belts his 32nd homer, off former teammate Don Aase, one of three hits he garners.

The Yankees take game one of the Boston Massacre with a 15 - 3 route

The Yankees take game one of the Boston Massacre with a 15 – 3 route

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the Yankees walk off on Thurman Munson Sacrifice fly vs Red Sox

jim rice collects 400 total base

Rice becomes first American League player with 400 total bases since DiMaggio

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Boston Red Sox win their eighth consecutive games force playoff game in 1978

Bucky Dent’s unlikely home run helps the New York Yankees defeat the Boston Red Sox in a dramatic one-game playoff

Bucky Dent’s unlikely home run helps the New York Yankees defeat the Boston Red Sox in a dramatic one-game playoff

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Carl Yastrzemski hits 400th

Red Sox slugger Jim Rice becomes the third player in franchise history to hit 30 home runs in three consecutive seasons

Red Sox slugger Jim Rice becomes the third player in franchise history to hit 30 home runs in three consecutive seasons

Bob Montgomery becomes the last player to step into the batter's box without wearing a helmet

Bob Montgomery becomes the last player to step into the batter’s box without wearing a helmet

Carl Yastrzemski Autographed Photograph - 16x20

Carl Yastrzemski 3,000th hit

Bob Watson autographed Baseball Card (Houston Astros, 67) 1975 SSPC #60

Bob Watson becomes the first modern major leaguer to hit for the cycle in both leagues.

Tony Perez

Boston Red Sox sign free agent slugger Tony Perez

Sixto Lezcano hits walkoff grand slam off Dick Drago 

Sixto Lezcano hits walkoff grand slam off Dick Drago 

Cecil Cooper and Don Money of the Milwaukee Brewers each hit 2nd-inning grand slams against the Boston Red Sox

Cecil Cooper and Don Money of the Milwaukee Brewers each hit 2nd-inning grand slams against the Boston Red Sox

Fred Lynn becomes 13th Red sox to hit for the Cycle

Fred Lynn becomes 13th Red sox to hit for the Cycle

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Freddie Patek of the California Angels slugs three home runs in a game at Fenway Park

Tiger Stadium is packed with 48‚361 fans to see Mark Fidrych's return

Tiger Stadium is packed with 48‚361 fans to see Mark Fidrych’s return

Don Zimmer fired in Boston after 1980 campaign

Don Zimmer fired in Boston after 1980 campaign

Boston collects 22 hits but still loses to visiting Toronto‚ 7-6 in 17 innings

Boston collects 22 hits but still loses to visiting Toronto‚ 7-6 in 17 innings

Former Yankee and Tiger skipper Ralph Houk comes out of retirement to manage the Red Sox

Former Yankee and Tiger skipper Ralph Houk comes out of retirement to manage the Red Sox

The Red Sox trade SS Rick Burleson and 3B Butch Hobson to the Angels for 3B Carney Lansford, CF Rick Miller, and P Mark Clear.

The Red Sox trade SS Rick Burleson and 3B Butch Hobson to the Angels for 3B Carney Lansford, CF Rick Miller, and P Mark Clear.

1980 - Unless contracts are tendered to certain veterans by today's deadline, the Basic Agreement requires they be allowed to become free agents. In a major blunder, the Red Sox will miss the deadline, permitting All-Stars Fred Lynn and Carlton Fisk to be eligible for free agency.

1980 – Unless contracts are tendered to certain veterans by today’s deadline, the Basic Agreement requires they be allowed to become free agents. In a major blunder, the Red Sox will miss the deadline, permitting All-Stars Fred Lynn and Carlton Fisk to be eligible for free agency.

Boston Red Sox lose Fred Lynn and Carlton Fisk 

Boston Red Sox lose Fred Lynn and Carlton Fisk 

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Boston Red Sox trade onetime American League MVP Fred Lynn and pitcher Steve Renko to the California Angels

Carlton Fisk becomes a free agent in paper work violation

Carlton Fisk becomes a free agent in paper work violation

Jim Rice and Sox VP Crowley face off in Spring Training

Jim Rice and Sox VP Crowley face off in Spring Training

Carlton Fisk Chicago White Sox

Carlton Fisk – Fenway Park Debut

jime rice game winning grandslam

Jim Rice hits game winning grand slam

Yaz becomes just the 4th player ever to appear in 3,000 games

Yaz becomes just the 4th player ever to appear in 3,000 games

In the conclusion of the longest game in Fenway Park history, the Mariners beat the Red Sox, 8 - 7, in 20 innings

In the conclusion of the longest game in Fenway Park history, the Mariners beat the Red Sox, 8 – 7, in 20 innings

The Boston Red Sox Mark Fidrych as a free agent.

The Boston Red Sox Mark Fidrych as a free agent.

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Wade Boggs batting 9th and playing first base goes 0 for 4 in his MLB debut

Wade Boggs collects first hit of career

Wade Boggs collects first hit of career

Jim Eisenreich leaves a game at Fenway Park after fans cruelly taunt his extreme twitching, which is caused by Tourette’s Syndrome

Jim Eisenreich leaves a game at Fenway Park after fans cruelly taunt his extreme twitching, which is caused by Tourette’s Syndrome

Larry Parrish of the Texas Rangers ties a major league record by clubbing his third grand slam within the span of a week

Larry Parrish of the Texas Rangers ties a major league record by clubbing his third grand slam within the span of a week

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Jim Rice climbs into the Fenway Park stands from the dugout to assist a young boy who had just been hit in the head by a savage line drive foul off the bat of Dave Stapleton

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Gaylord Perry of the Seattle Mariners is caught putting a foreign substance on the ball

Boston Red Sox trade third baseman Carney Lansford to the Oakland A’s for outfielder Tony Armas

Boston Red Sox trade third baseman Carney Lansford to the Oakland A’s for outfielder Tony Armas

Ellis Burks is drafted and signed in the January free agent draft

Ellis Burks is drafted and signed in the January free agent draft

Gibson breaks up no hitter with roof top blast

Gibson breaks up no hitter with roof top blast

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Dave Righetti Fires July 4th no hitter

the Pirates trade OF Mike Easler to the Red Sox for lefthanded starter John Tudor.

the Pirates trade OF Mike Easler to the Red Sox for lefthanded starter John Tudor.

Roger Clemens earns his first major league victory as the Boston Red Sox beat the Minnesota Twins, 5 - 4.

Roger Clemens earns his first major league victory as the Boston Red Sox beat the Minnesota Twins, 5 – 4.

Boston Red Sox acquire Bill Buckner

Boston Red Sox acquire Bill Buckner

Dwight Evans

Dwight Evans completes a cycle with a walk-off home run, becoming only the fourth major league player to accomplish the feat

Jim Rice caps a 5 for 6 day with a grand slam in the bottom of the 10th inning to give Boston a walkoff 13 - 9 win over Oakland.

Jim Rice caps a 5 for 6 day with a grand slam in the bottom of the 10th inning to give Boston a walkoff 13 – 9 win over Oakland.

Bill Buckner and Tony Armas each hit grand slams in the first two innings off Tigers ace Jack Morris to spark the Red Sox to a 12 - 7 victory in the first game of a doubleheader. Detroit takes the second game, 7 - 5, in 11 innings, after scoring a run in the 9th to tie. Lance Parrish's two-run homer ends it and Aurelio Lopez improves to 9-0.

Bill Buckner and Tony Armas each hit grand slams in the first two innings off Tigers ace Jack Morris to spark the Red Sox to a 12 – 7 victory in the first game of a doubleheader. Detroit takes the second game, 7 – 5, in 11 innings, after scoring a run in the 9th to tie. Lance Parrish’s two-run homer ends it and Aurelio Lopez improves to 9-0.

Red Sox rookie Roger Clemens strikes out 15 and walks none as Boston whips Kansas City, 11 - 1.

Red Sox rookie Roger Clemens strikes out 15 and walks none as Boston whips Kansas City, 11 – 1.

Red Sox catcher Rich Gedman hits for the cycle

Red Sox catcher Rich Gedman hits for the cycle

Mets and Red Sox make a 8 player deal

Mets and Red Sox make a 8 player deal

Although he loses his arbitration case, Boston third baseman Wade Boggs receives the richest amount ($1.35 million) ever awarded by this process.

Although he loses his arbitration case, Boston third baseman Wade Boggs receives the richest amount ($1.35 million) ever awarded by this process.

Boston Red Sox acquire designated hitter Don Baylor from the New York Yankees for outfielder-designated hitter Mike Easler

Boston Red Sox acquire designated hitter Don Baylor from the New York Yankees for outfielder-designated hitter Mike Easler

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Roger Clemens Strikeouts 20 Seattle Mariners

Reggie Jackson passes Mickey Mantle on Homerun List

Reggie Jackson passes Mickey Mantle on Homerun List

" What do you expect when they build a ballpark on the ocean"

” What do you expect when they build a ballpark on the ocean”

Barrett & Buckner Leads Sox over O's

Barrett & Buckner Leads Sox over O’s

Oil Can Boyd (11-6) flies into a rage after learning that he has been left off the American League All-Star team and storms out of Fenway Park prior to Boston's game against the Angels. He will be suspended indefinitely by the Red Sox and eventually scuffle with local police before checking into a hospital for psychiatric testing. The weirdness continues into the game as the Angels score three in the 12th to take a 7 - 4 lead. Boston then scores three to tie and when Todd Fischer replaces Mike Cook, he balks in Dwight Evans with the winning run.

Oil Can Boyd (11-6) flies into a rage after learning that he has been left off the American League All-Star team and storms out of Fenway Park prior to Boston’s game against the Angels. He will be suspended indefinitely by the Red Sox and eventually scuffle with local police before checking into a hospital for psychiatric testing. The weirdness continues into the game as the Angels score three in the 12th to take a 7 – 4 lead. Boston then scores three to tie and when Todd Fischer replaces Mike Cook, he balks in Dwight Evans with the winning run.

In the Red Sox's 24-5 rout the Indians, Spike Owen ties a major league mark, becoming the first major leaguer to score six runs in a game since Johnny Pesky 40 years ago

In the Red Sox’s 24-5 rout the Indians, Spike Owen ties a major league mark, becoming the first major leaguer to score six runs in a game since Johnny Pesky 40 years ago

Cleveland's Joe Carter belts three home runs at Fenway

Cleveland’s Joe Carter belts three home runs at Fenway

Jim Rice has hat stolen by fan

Jim Rice cap stolen by Yankee Fans

Witt beats Clemens in Game 1 of 1986 ALCS

Witt beats Clemens in Game 1 of 1986 ALCS

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Dave Henderson hits dramatic homerun to tie game 5 of ALCS

Steve Crawford is the becomes the first hurler to win a Fall Classic contest after being winless during the regular season

Steve Crawford is the becomes the first hurler to win a Fall Classic contest after being winless during the regular season

Mets win game 3 of 1986 World Series after dropping first 2 at home

Mets win game 3 of 1986 World Series after dropping first 2 at home

At Fenway Park, Bruce Hurst's complete game victory gives the Boston Red Sox a 4 - 2 win and 3-2 lead in the World Series 

At Fenway Park, Bruce Hurst’s complete game victory gives the Boston Red Sox a 4 – 2 win and 3-2 lead in the World Series 

Behind the bag - Game 6 of the 1986 World Series

Behind the bag – Game 6 of the 1986 World Series

The Mets, with another dramatic comeback, defeat the Red Sox, 8-5 to win Game 7 of the Fall Classic to become World Champions for the second time in the 25-year history of the franchise

The Mets, with another dramatic comeback, defeat the Red Sox, 8-5 to win Game 7 of the Fall Classic to become World Champions for the second time in the 25-year history of the franchise

Roger Clemens (24-4, 2.48), joining Denny McLain becomes only the second American League pitcher to unanimously win the Cy Young Award

Roger Clemens (24-4, 2.48), joining Denny McLain becomes only the second American League pitcher to unanimously win the Cy Young Award

Major League Season Recap 1986

Major League Season Recap 1986

Phil Niekro becomes the 3rd man to start 700 games

Phil Niekro becomes the 3rd man to start 700 games

At Yankee Stadium, Wade Boggs has his hitting streak snapped at 25 games as he is walked intentionally twice and the Rocket sputters as Roger Clemens fails to hold a 9 - 0, 2nd-inning lead. Boston loses to New York, 12 - 11, in 10 innings. The 9-run comeback ties a Yankee team record: Boston, alas, has blown bigger leads.

At Yankee Stadium, Wade Boggs has his hitting streak snapped at 25 games as he is walked intentionally twice and the Rocket sputters as Roger Clemens fails to hold a 9 – 0, 2nd-inning lead. Boston loses to New York, 12 – 11, in 10 innings. The 9-run comeback ties a Yankee team record: Boston, alas, has blown bigger leads.

Don Baylor is plunked by Rick Rhoden and becomes the all-time leader in being hit by pitches

Don Baylor is plunked by Rick Rhoden and becomes the all-time leader in being hit by pitches

Mark McGwire of the Oakland A’s becomes the first rookie to hit 30 home runs before the All-Star break

Mark McGwire of the Oakland A’s becomes the first rookie to hit 30 home runs before the All-Star break

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Boston Red Sox waive first baseman Bill Buckner

Bill Buckner signs with Angels

Bill Buckner signs with Angels

Cubs trade future hall of famer Lee Smith

Cubs trade future hall of famer Lee Smith

In the Oakland Athletics' 39th game of the season, pitcher Dave Stewart breaks a major league record committing his 12th balk of the season in a 4 - 1 loss to the Red Sox. Stewart will extend the record with 16 balks during the year.

In the Oakland Athletics’ 39th game of the season, pitcher Dave Stewart breaks a major league record committing his 12th balk of the season in a 4 – 1 loss to the Red Sox. Stewart will extend the record with 16 balks during the year.

Cal Ripken Streak

Cal Ripken Jr. of the Baltimore Orioles plays in his 1,000th consecutive game

Red Sox veteran Jim Rice is suspended for three games by the club for shoving manager Joe Morgan

Red Sox veteran Jim Rice is suspended for three games by the club for shoving manager Joe Morgan

Red Sox trade Curt Schilling and Brady Anderson for Mike Boddicker

Red Sox trade Curt Schilling and Brady Anderson for Mike Boddicker

Mike Boddicker beats the Orioles, 4-1, with Red Sox outfielder Mike Greenwell hitting for the cycle

Mike Boddicker beats the Orioles, 4-1, with Red Sox outfielder Mike Greenwell hitting for the cycle

Wade Boggs of the Boston Red Sox becomes the first player of the modern era to reach 200 hits in six consecutive seasons

Wade Boggs of the Boston Red Sox becomes the first player of the modern era to reach 200 hits in six consecutive seasons

The Red Sox trade 1B-OF Todd Benzinger, P Jeff Sellers, and a player to be named later to the Reds for 1B Nick Esasky and P Rob Murphy.

The Red Sox trade 1B-OF Todd Benzinger, P Jeff Sellers, and a player to be named later to the Reds for 1B Nick Esasky and P Rob Murphy.

Jays come back after being down 13-10

Jays come back after being down 13-10

1989 Red Sox Dwight Evans, Danny Heep and Nick Esasky.

1989 Red Sox Dwight Evans, Danny Heep and Nick Esasky.

In a pregame ceremony at Fenway Park, the Red Sox retire Carl Yastrzemski's #8.

In a pregame ceremony at Fenway Park, the Red Sox retire Carl Yastrzemski’s #8.

California's Devon White steals four bases including second base, third base, and home in the same inning in the Angels' 8 - 5 win over Boston

California’s Devon White steals four bases including second base, third base, and home in the same inning in the Angels’ 8 – 5 win over Boston

Wade Boggs become the first player in major league history to achieve both 200 hits and 100 walks in four consecutive seasons

Wade Boggs become the first player in major league history to achieve both 200 hits and 100 walks in four consecutive seasons

Five-time National League All-Star catcher Tony Peña signs as a free agent with the Boston Red Sox.

Five-time National League All-Star catcher Tony Peña signs as a free agent with the Boston Red Sox.

Free agent closer Jeff Reardon signs with the Red Sox.

Free agent closer Jeff Reardon signs with the Red Sox.

Elaine Weddington

The Red Sox hire Elaine Weddington as the assistant general manager of the team, making her the highest-ranking black female executive in major league baseball. The St. John’s graduate received a scholarship to attend the university from the Jackie Robinson Foundation.

Boston Red Sox slugger Tony Conigliaro dies at the age of 45

Boston Red Sox slugger Tony Conigliaro dies at the age of 45

Minnesota becomes the first team in history to turn two triple plays in the same game.

Minnesota becomes the first team in history to turn two triple plays in the same game.

Mark McGwire of the Oakland Athletics becomes the first major league player to hit 30 or more home runs in each of his first four seasons.

Mark McGwire of the Oakland Athletics becomes the first major league player to hit 30 or more home runs in each of his first four seasons.

jeff bagwell trade

Jeff Bagwell Trade

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The Oakland Athletics sweep the Boston Red Sox for the American League pennant

Roger Clemens is suspended for the first five games of the 1991 season and is fined $10,000.

Roger Clemens is suspended for the first five games of the 1991 season and is fined $10,000.

Roger Clemens Seals Record-Breaking $21.5M Deal with Red Sox

Roger Clemens Seals Record-Breaking $21.5M Deal with Red Sox

Two-time American League batting champion Pete Runnels dies at the age of 63

Two-time American League batting champion Pete Runnels dies at the age of 63

The Red Sox obtain P Dan Petry from the Braves 

The Red Sox obtain P Dan Petry from the Braves 

Frank Viola

Free agent pitcher Frank Viola is signed by the Boston Red Sox

Boston Red Sox 1B Carlos Quintana breaks his left arm and right toe in an automobile accident in Caracas, Venezuela.

Boston Red Sox 1B Carlos Quintana breaks his left arm and right toe in an automobile accident in Caracas, Venezuela.

Boston Red Sox owner Jean R. Yawkey dies at the age of 83. For the first time in 59 years, someone other than a Yawkey will own the team. Mrs. Yawkey's husband, Tom, became president of the Red Sox in 1933, and was the sole owner of the team for 44 seasons, longer than anyone in major league baseball history.

Boston Red Sox owner Jean R. Yawkey dies at the age of 83. For the first time in 59 years, someone other than a Yawkey will own the team. Mrs. Yawkey’s husband, Tom, became president of the Red Sox in 1933, and was the sole owner of the team for 44 seasons, longer than anyone in major league baseball history.

Matt Young loses despite no hitter

Matt Young loses despite no hitter

Chris Bosio pitches the second no-hitter in Seattle Mariners history a 7 - 0 victory over the Boston Red Sox

Chris Bosio pitches the second no-hitter in Seattle Mariners history a 7 – 0 victory over the Boston Red Sox

Trot Nixon signs with Red Sox

Trot Nixon signs with Red Sox

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The Rangers trade Jose Canseco to the Red Sox for outfielder Otis Nixon and infielder Luis Ortiz.

Pittsburgh Pirates release Tim Wakefield, who posted an 8-1 record in 1993 and was named the National League rookie pitcher of the year

Pittsburgh Pirates release Tim Wakefield, who posted an 8-1 record in 1993 and was named the National League rookie pitcher of the year

Tony Peña hits a home run to left field in the 13th inning to give the Indians a 5 - 4 victory over the Boston Red Sox in first ALDS

Tony Peña hits a home run to left field in the 13th inning to give the Indians a 5 – 4 victory over the Boston Red Sox in first ALDS

John Valentin hits for Cycle in same Game Chicago White Sox turn Triple Play

John Valentin hits for Cycle in same Game Chicago White Sox turn Triple Play

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Frank Thomas hits three homers for the White Sox, becoming the Sox career home run leader

Mike Greenwell drives in all 9 runs in Red Sox win

Mike Greenwell drives in all 9 runs in Red Sox win

Roger Clemens strikeouts 20 batters a second time

Roger Clemens strikeouts 20 batters a second time

Boston 1B Mo Vaughn slugs three home runs and drives home 5, in the Red Sox' 13 - 8 win over Baltimore.

Boston 1B Mo Vaughn slugs three home runs and drives home 5, in the Red Sox’ 13 – 8 win over Baltimore.

Boston Red Sox knuckleball pitcher Tim Wakefield escapes serious injury when he is hit by a car while out jogging

Boston Red Sox knuckleball pitcher Tim Wakefield escapes serious injury when he is hit by a car while out jogging

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Jose Canseco returns to his first major league team when Boston trades the slugger to the A’s

Pitching for the first time in Fenway Park not wearing a Red Sox uniform, Roger Clemens strikes out 16 as the Blue Jays defeat Boston, 3 - 1. During the game, it appears the "Rocket" is continually glaring up at Dan Duquette in the general manager's suite.

Pitching for the first time in Fenway Park not wearing a Red Sox uniform, Roger Clemens strikes out 16 as the Blue Jays defeat Boston, 3 – 1. During the game, it appears the “Rocket” is continually glaring up at Dan Duquette in the general manager’s suite.

1997 - Boston's Nomar Garciaparra hits in his 20th straight game, tying Fred Lynn's Boston rookie record. Boston wins, 10 - 5, sweeping four from the Twins. Minnesota has lost nine straight,

1997 – Boston’s Nomar Garciaparra hits in his 20th straight game, tying Fred Lynn’s Boston rookie record. Boston wins, 10 – 5, sweeping four from the Twins. Minnesota has lost nine straight,

Andruw Jones's grand slam is the Braves' tenth of the season, breaking the National League mark for bases-full home runs for a team in single season. Ironically, the record is broken in an American League park as Atlanta defeats the Red Sox at Fenway.

Andruw Jones’s grand slam is the Braves’ tenth of the season, breaking the National League mark for bases-full home runs for a team in single season. Ironically, the record is broken in an American League park as Atlanta defeats the Red Sox at Fenway.

Nomar Garciaparra 87 RBIs set a new major league record for leadoff men

Nomar Garciaparra 87 RBIs set a new major league record for leadoff men

National League Cy Young Award winner Pedro Martinez goes from the Expos to the Boston Red Sox 

National League Cy Young Award winner Pedro Martinez goes from the Expos to the Boston Red Sox 

Nomar Garciaparra becomes one of only five players to hit 30 homers in each of his first two seasons

Nomar Garciaparra becomes one of only five players to hit 30 homers in each of his first two seasons

Dennis Eckersley gets a standing ovation from the Fenway Park crowd as he appears in his 1,071st game, breaking Hoyt Wilhelm's record for most appearances. It will be the Eck's final game, When the Red Sox refuse arbitration after the season, Eckersley retires on December 10th.

Dennis Eckersley gets a standing ovation from the Fenway Park crowd as he appears in his 1,071st game, breaking Hoyt Wilhelm’s record for most appearances. It will be the Eck’s final game, When the Red Sox refuse arbitration after the season, Eckersley retires on December 10th.

The ball thrown by Boston Red Sox pitcher Howard Ehmke and hit by Babe Ruth for the first home run in Yankee Stadium history is sold at an auction for $126,500 (110,000 bid + 15% commission)

The ball thrown by Boston Red Sox pitcher Howard Ehmke and hit by Babe Ruth for the first home run in Yankee Stadium history is sold at an auction for $126,500 (110,000 bid + 15% commission)

Boston Red Sox outfielder Midre Cummings has his arbitration case heard by Elizabeth Neumeier

Boston Red Sox outfielder Midre Cummings has his arbitration case heard by Elizabeth Neumeier

Mo Vaughn returns to Boston - Pedro steals the show

Mo Vaughn returns to Boston – Pedro steals the show

The Red Sox blast seven home runs, one shy of the club record, in an 11-4 rout of Detroit at Tiger Stadium. Boston right fielder Trot Nixon contributes to the offensive onslaught with three home runs and five RBIs.

The Red Sox blast seven home runs, one shy of the club record, in an 11-4 rout of Detroit at Tiger Stadium. Boston right fielder Trot Nixon contributes to the offensive onslaught with three home runs and five RBIs.

The Red Sox defeat the Royals, 9 - 6, as Boston P Tim Wakefield ties a major league record by striking out four batters in the 9th inning. Kansas City C Chad Kreuter gets two hits in the game, his first breaking a streak of 38 consecutive at bats without a hit. It is the longest hitless streak in the majors since Dann Howitt of Oakland and Seattle went 0 for 43 in 1992.

The Red Sox defeat the Royals, 9 – 6, as Boston P Tim Wakefield ties a major league record by striking out four batters in the 9th inning. Kansas City C Chad Kreuter gets two hits in the game, his first breaking a streak of 38 consecutive at bats without a hit. It is the longest hitless streak in the majors since Dann Howitt of Oakland and Seattle went 0 for 43 in 1992.

Pedro Martinez hurls an impressive one-hitter for his 21st victory of the year strikes out 17 batters

Pedro Martinez hurls an impressive one-hitter for his 21st victory of the year strikes out 17 batters

1The Boston Red Sox set an all-time postseason record by scoring 23 runs in defeating the Cleveland Indians, 23 - 7

1The Boston Red Sox set an all-time postseason record by scoring 23 runs in defeating the Cleveland Indians, 23 – 7

An ailing Pedro Martinez no hits Indians forSix innings to win ALDS

An ailing Pedro Martinez no hits Indians forSix innings to win ALDS

The Boston Red Sox sign outfielder Carl Everett to a three-year contract.

The Boston Red Sox sign outfielder Carl Everett to a three-year contract.

In spring training action, Boston Red Sox star Pedro Martinez and five relievers combine on a perfect game beating the Toronto Blue Jays, 5 - 0.

In spring training action, Boston Red Sox star Pedro Martinez and five relievers combine on a perfect game beating the Toronto Blue Jays, 5 – 0.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez, who posted 17 strikeouts in his last start on May 6th against Tampa Bay, strikes out 15 in a 9 - 0 shutout over the Orioles, to tie an American League record set by the Indians' Luis Tiant in 1968 for most strikeouts over two games.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez, who posted 17 strikeouts in his last start on May 6th against Tampa Bay, strikes out 15 in a 9 – 0 shutout over the Orioles, to tie an American League record set by the Indians’ Luis Tiant in 1968 for most strikeouts over two games.

Pedro Martinez of the Boston Red Sox becomes the first pitcher to win the American League Cy Young Award unanimously in consecutive years

Pedro Martinez of the Boston Red Sox becomes the first pitcher to win the American League Cy Young Award unanimously in consecutive years

Outbidding the Indians, the Red Sox sign free-agent Manny Ramirez to a reported eight-year, $160 million contract

Outbidding the Indians, the Red Sox sign free-agent Manny Ramirez to a reported eight-year, $160 million contract

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Hideo Nomo – no hits Orioles in Red Sox debut

Boston's backstop Scott Hatteberg hits into a triple play, but the catcher redeems himself in his next at-bat by hitting a grand slam

Boston’s backstop Scott Hatteberg hits into a triple play, but the catcher redeems himself in his next at-bat by hitting a grand slam

The Jean Yawkey Trust announces all the partners have unanimously voted to sell 100 percent of the Red Sox, a family-owned business since 1933

The Jean Yawkey Trust announces all the partners have unanimously voted to sell 100 percent of the Red Sox, a family-owned business since 1933

The Boston Red Sox sign free agent CF Johnny Damon to a four-year contract.

The Boston Red Sox sign free agent CF Johnny Damon to a four-year contract.

The Boston Red Sox sign 43-year-old Rickey Henderson 

The Boston Red Sox sign 43-year-old Rickey Henderson 

The sale of the Boston Red Sox to a group headed by John Henry becomes official.

The sale of the Boston Red Sox to a group headed by John Henry becomes official.

The Boston Red Sox fire general manager Dan Duquette and replace him with Mike Port on an interim basis.

The Boston Red Sox fire general manager Dan Duquette and replace him with Mike Port on an interim basis.

The Red Sox replace Joe Kerrigan with Grady Little

The Red Sox replace Joe Kerrigan with Grady Little

Rickey Henderson's makes the Red Sox Opening Day roster

Rickey Henderson’s makes the Red Sox Opening Day roster

At Fenway Park, Pedro Martinez becomes the 11th pitcher in American League history to record an immaculate inning when he strikes out the side on nine pitches in the first frame. The Red Sox right-hander fans Ichiro Suzuki, Mark McLemore, and Ruben Sierra to begin Boston's eventual 4-1 victory over Seattle.

At Fenway Park, Pedro Martinez becomes the 11th pitcher in American League history to record an immaculate inning when he strikes out the side on nine pitches in the first frame. The Red Sox right-hander fans Ichiro Suzuki, Mark McLemore, and Ruben Sierra to begin Boston’s eventual 4-1 victory over Seattle.

The Boston Red Sox hire 28-year-old Theo Epstein as their new general manager

The Boston Red Sox hire 28-year-old Theo Epstein as their new general manager

The Red Sox acquire Jeremy Giambi from the Phillies for P Josh Hancock, 24

The Red Sox acquire Jeremy Giambi from the Phillies for P Josh Hancock, 24

Red Sox sign free agent David Ortiz

Red Sox sign free agent David Ortiz

Chunichi Dragons return Kevin Millar to the Marlins for an undisclosed amount of money for relinquishing its rights

Chunichi Dragons return Kevin Millar to the Marlins for an undisclosed amount of money for relinquishing its rights

Seven months before a November deadline, the Boston Red Sox exercise their 2004 contract option on Pedro Martinez

Seven months before a November deadline, the Boston Red Sox exercise their 2004 contract option on Pedro Martinez

Nomar Garciaparra goes 5-for-5 in the Red Sox 10-1 rout of Detroit at Fenway Park

Nomar Garciaparra goes 5-for-5 in the Red Sox 10-1 rout of Detroit at Fenway Park

Kevin Millar as a Los Angeles City College freshman doing an impersonation of Bruce Springsteen

Kevin Millar as a Los Angeles City College freshman doing an impersonation of Bruce Springsteen

Trot Nixon's pinch-hit 11th inning walk-off homer beats Oakland, 3-1

Trot Nixon’s pinch-hit 11th inning walk-off homer beats Oakland, 3-1

The Boston Red Sox complete a three-game playoff comeback, beating the Oakland Athletics, 4 - 3, in Game 5 of their American League Division Series.

The Boston Red Sox complete a three-game playoff comeback, beating the Oakland Athletics, 4 – 3, in Game 5 of their American League Division Series.

Clemens tops Pedro in Game 3 of ALCS

Clemens tops Pedro in Game 3 of ALCS

Yankees defeat the Red Sox in one of the greatest games in baseball history

Yankees defeat the Red Sox in one of the greatest games in baseball history

The Red Sox announce the signing of Terry Francona to a three-year deal, with an option for a fourth, to be the team's manager

The Red Sox announce the signing of Terry Francona to a three-year deal, with an option for a fourth, to be the team’s manager

Keith Foulke (9-1, 2.08) signs a three-year, $21 million contract with Red Sox.

Keith Foulke (9-1, 2.08) signs a three-year, $21 million contract with Red Sox.

Billy Mueller beats Mo Riveria

Billy Mueller caps off a wild game with a walk off homerun vs Yankees

The long-anticipated trade of Nomar Garciaparra is finally accomplished

The long-anticipated trade of Nomar Garciaparra is finally accomplished

The Red Sox's Complete Historic Comeback - From 3-0 Down to ALCS Triumph

The Red Sox’s Complete Historic Comeback – From 3-0 Down to ALCS Triumph

Curt Schilling becomes the first starting pitcher to win a World Series game for three different teams

Curt Schilling becomes the first starting pitcher to win a World Series game for three different teams

Manny Ramirez hits a two-run home run as the Boston Red Sox defeat the St. Louis Cardinals, 4 - 1, for their third consecutive victory

Manny Ramirez hits a two-run home run as the Boston Red Sox defeat the St. Louis Cardinals, 4 – 1, for their third consecutive victory

The Red Sox exorcised 86 years of agonizing losses by winning their first World Series since 1918

The Red Sox exorcised 86 years of agonizing losses by winning their first World Series since 1918

Nomar Garciaparra signs a one-year deal with the Chicago Cubs

Nomar Garciaparra signs a one-year deal with the Chicago Cubs

9 Players are inducted into the Red Sox Hall of Fame including Wade Boggs and Dennis Eckersley

9 Players are inducted into the Red Sox Hall of Fame including Wade Boggs and Dennis Eckersley

Edgar Renteria inks a four-year contract with the World Champion Red Sox

Edgar Renteria inks a four-year contract with the World Champion Red Sox

Major League Season RecapMajor League Baseball Season Recap 2004

Major League Season RecapMajor League Baseball Season Recap 2004

John Henry, the Red Sox owner, calls reserve first baseman Doug Mientkiewicz to discuss the ownership of the game ball used to get the last out of the World Series, now in possession of the infielder. Larry Lucchino, the Boston's club president, has made it clear he wants the team to own that historic ball, which now resides in the player's safe deposit box along with an Olympic ring.

John Henry, the Red Sox owner, calls reserve first baseman Doug Mientkiewicz to discuss the ownership of the game ball used to get the last out of the World Series, now in possession of the infielder. Larry Lucchino, the Boston’s club president, has made it clear he wants the team to own that historic ball, which now resides in the player’s safe deposit box along with an Olympic ring.

With hundreds of Red Sox Nation citizens in attendance on the south lawn, President George W. Bush praises the team spirit and winning style of the 2004 World Champions during a White House ceremony. Fall Classic hero and Bush supporter Curt Schilling gives the former owner of the Texas Rangers a white baseball jersey emblazoned with the forty-third Chief Executive's name and the number 43.

With hundreds of Red Sox Nation citizens in attendance on the south lawn, President George W. Bush praises the team spirit and winning style of the 2004 World Champions during a White House ceremony. Fall Classic hero and Bush supporter Curt Schilling gives the former owner of the Texas Rangers a white baseball jersey emblazoned with the forty-third Chief Executive’s name and the number 43.

For the first time in nearly 90 years, the Red Sox play the Cubs at Wrigley Field

For the first time in nearly 90 years, the Red Sox play the Cubs at Wrigley Field

Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein resigns

Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein resigns

Showing that teams put a premium on pitching, the Boston Red Sox and reliever Mike Timlin agree to a one-year contract worth about $3.25 million, and the Seattle Mariners exercise their $6.25 million option on closer Eddie Guardado, choosing to keep him rather than explore an uncertain free agent market.

Showing that teams put a premium on pitching, the Boston Red Sox and reliever Mike Timlin agree to a one-year contract worth about $3.25 million, and the Seattle Mariners exercise their $6.25 million option on closer Eddie Guardado, choosing to keep him rather than explore an uncertain free agent market.

Washington Nationals general manager Jim Bowden and former Baltimore Orioles boss Jim Beattie will interview with the Boston Red Sox to replace departed GM Theo Epstein.

Washington Nationals general manager Jim Bowden and former Baltimore Orioles boss Jim Beattie will interview with the Boston Red Sox to replace departed GM Theo Epstein.

Boston Red Sox officially announce the acquisition of a potential ace from the Florida Marlins in right-handed pitcher Josh Beckett

Boston Red Sox officially announce the acquisition of a potential ace from the Florida Marlins in right-handed pitcher Josh Beckett

 Red Sox trade Edgar Renteria to the Braves for third base prospect Andy Marte

 Red Sox trade Edgar Renteria to the Braves for third base prospect Andy Marte

Theo Epstein returns to the front office of the Boston Red Sox 

Theo Epstein returns to the front office of the Boston Red Sox 

The Boston Red Sox finish up their deal for slick-fielding shortstop Alex Gonzalez

The Boston Red Sox finish up their deal for slick-fielding shortstop Alex Gonzalez

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The Boston Red Sox trade pitcher Bronson Arroyo to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for outfielder Wily Mo Peña

Manny Ramirez Hitting Streak Halted at 27

Manny Ramirez Hitting Streak Halted at 27

Labor Day game at Fenway Park, Carlos Pena belts a walk-off homer in the bottom of the 10th inning to give the Red Sox a 3-2 win over the White Sox

Labor Day game at Fenway Park, Carlos Pena belts a walk-off homer in the bottom of the 10th inning to give the Red Sox a 3-2 win over the White Sox

Dustin Pedroia hit his first career home run

Dustin Pedroia hit his first career home run

David Ortiz, hits his 51st and 52nd homers, breaking the Red Sox's franchise record of 50 in a single-season, established by Jimmie Foxx in 1938. 'Big Papi' also breaks his own major league mark for home runs set by a DH with 45, two more than the standard he set last season.

David Ortiz, hits his 51st and 52nd homers, breaking the Red Sox’s franchise record of 50 in a single-season, established by Jimmie Foxx in 1938. ‘Big Papi’ also breaks his own major league mark for home runs set by a DH with 45, two more than the standard he set last season.

Trot Nixon plays his final game for Red Sox

Trot Nixon plays his final game for Red Sox

Boston Red Sox win the rights to negotiate with Daisuke Matsuzaka

Boston Red Sox win the rights to negotiate with Daisuke Matsuzaka

Daisuke Matsuzaka

Boston Red Sox come to terms with Japanese pitching star Daisuke Matsuzaka on a six-year, $52 million contract

Mark Ellis

Mark Ellis of the Oakland A’s hit for the cycle

Curt Schilling comes within one out of throwing his first no-hitter

Curt Schilling comes within one out of throwing his first no-hitter

Clay Buchholz Boston Red Sox

In only his second major league start, Clay Buchholz throws No Hitter

Boston Red Sox complete a comeback from a three-games-to-one deficit to win the American League Championship Series over the Cleveland Indians

Boston Red Sox complete a comeback from a three-games-to-one deficit to win the American League Championship Series over the Cleveland Indians

Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia becomes the second player, and the first rookie to hit a leadoff home run in a World Series

Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia becomes the second player, and the first rookie to hit a leadoff home run in a World Series

Daisuke Matsuzaka becomes the first Japanese starting pitcher in World Series history

Daisuke Matsuzaka becomes the first Japanese starting pitcher in World Series history

Major League Season RecapMajor League Baseball Season Recap 2007

Major League Season RecapMajor League Baseball Season Recap 2007

The Dodgers celebrate the 50th anniversary of their move to Los Angeles and set the attendence record for a single game

The Dodgers celebrate the 50th anniversary of their move to Los Angeles and set the attendence record for a single game

Kevin Youkilis establishes the longest errorless streak by a first baseman, playing the field flawlessly for 194 games

Kevin Youkilis establishes the longest errorless streak by a first baseman, playing the field flawlessly for 194 games

Throwing error ends polanco 186 errorless streak

Throwing error ends polanco 186 errorless streak

Jon Lester

Jon Lester of the Boston Red Sox hurls a no-hitter at Fenway vs Kansas City

Manny Ramirez becomes the 24th and 12th-youngest major leaguer to hit 500 career home runs

Manny Ramirez becomes the 24th and 12th-youngest major leaguer to hit 500 career home runs

The Red Sox stage biggest comeback since 1929 as JD Drew delivers a walkoff single

The Red Sox stage biggest comeback since 1929 as JD Drew delivers a walkoff single

Bill Lee, Mo Vaughn, Mike Greenwell, Wes Ferrell, Frank Sullivan, and Everett Scott, as well as former scout George Digby and former executive Ed Kenney Sr., are inducted into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame

Bill Lee, Mo Vaughn, Mike Greenwell, Wes Ferrell, Frank Sullivan, and Everett Scott, as well as former scout George Digby and former executive Ed Kenney Sr., are inducted into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame

The Red Sox sign Kevin Youkilis and Dustin Pedroia to long term deals

The Red Sox sign Kevin Youkilis and Dustin Pedroia to long term deals

Red Sox crush Baltimore on Patriots Day

Red Sox crush Baltimore on Patriots Day

Carl Crawford steals his sixth base of the game to become the fourth major leaguer to accomplish the feat

Carl Crawford steals his sixth base of the game to become the fourth major leaguer to accomplish the feat

Jonathan Papelbon passes Bob Stanley for the franchise lead for saves with 133.

Jonathan Papelbon passes Bob Stanley for the franchise lead for saves with 133.

The first Yankees-Red Sox game to go beyond 14 innings without a run being scored in the fabled rivalry between the American League clubs ends dramatically when Alex Rodriguez hits a game-winning home run

The first Yankees-Red Sox game to go beyond 14 innings without a run being scored in the fabled rivalry between the American League clubs ends dramatically when Alex Rodriguez hits a game-winning home run

The Yankees complete a four-game sweep of the Red Sox with a 5 - 2 victory at New Yankee Stadium. Jon Lester and Andy Pettitte keep the game scoreless for six innings until Alex Rodriguez leads off the bottom of the 7th with a home run. Victor Martinez gives Boston the lead with a two-run shot off Phil Coke in the 8th, breaking a 31-inning scoring drought. In the bottom of the 8th, Johnny Damon and Mark Teixeira hit back-to-back long balls against Daniel Bard to put the Yanks ahead, and Nick Swisher hits a two-run single to seal the deal.

The Yankees complete a four-game sweep of the Red Sox with a 5 – 2 victory at New Yankee Stadium. Jon Lester and Andy Pettitte keep the game scoreless for six innings until Alex Rodriguez leads off the bottom of the 7th with a home run. Victor Martinez gives Boston the lead with a two-run shot off Phil Coke in the 8th, breaking a 31-inning scoring drought. In the bottom of the 8th, Johnny Damon and Mark Teixeira hit back-to-back long balls against Daniel Bard to put the Yanks ahead, and Nick Swisher hits a two-run single to seal the deal.

The Red Sox sign former Angels ace John Lackey to a five-year contract worth $85 million and OF Mike Cameron to a two-year deal worth approximately $16 million.

The Red Sox sign former Angels ace John Lackey to a five-year contract worth $85 million and OF Mike Cameron to a two-year deal worth approximately $16 million.

The Boston Red Sox sign free agent 3B Adrian Beltre to a one-year deal worth $9 million, with an option for a second year

The Boston Red Sox sign free agent 3B Adrian Beltre to a one-year deal worth $9 million, with an option for a second year

Texas Rangers ties record for most thefts in a game

Texas Rangers ties record for most thefts in a game

Boston honors their former All-Star shortstop Nomar Garciaparra with a special day before the Red Sox-Angels game at Fenway Park

Boston honors their former All-Star shortstop Nomar Garciaparra with a special day before the Red Sox-Angels game at Fenway Park

Tim Wakefield become the Red Sox' all-time leader in innings pitched passing Roger Clemens

Tim Wakefield become the Red Sox’ all-time leader in innings pitched passing Roger Clemens

Daniel Nava hits a grandslam on first pitch he sees in MLB

Daniel Nava hits a grandslam on first pitch he sees in MLB

Pedroia rescuses Red Sox when he hits three homers at Coors Field

Pedroia rescuses Red Sox when he hits three homers at Coors Field

injury woes pile up for Red Sox

injury woes pile up for Red Sox

The Red Sox complete their deal for Adrian Gonzalez

The Red Sox complete their deal for Adrian Gonzalez

The Red Sox sign reliever Alfredo Aceves to a one-year contract

The Red Sox sign reliever Alfredo Aceves to a one-year contract

wakefield 2000 strikeout

Tim Wakefield notches 2000 strikeout

Dustin Pedroia and Jacoby Ellsbury become first red sox teammates to have 20./20 seasons

Dustin Pedroia and Jacoby Ellsbury become first red sox teammates to have 20./20 seasons

The Red Sox announce that they have parted ways with manager Terry Francona.

The Red Sox announce that they have parted ways with manager Terry Francona.

The Red Sox hire Bobby Valentine to be their new manager

The Red Sox hire Bobby Valentine to be their new manager

Jason Varitek, captain of the Boston Red Sox announces his retirement

Jason Varitek, captain of the Boston Red Sox announces his retirement

Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen gets ejected in the 6th inning of an otherwise placid Grapefruit League game

Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen gets ejected in the 6th inning of an otherwise placid Grapefruit League game

The Red Sox and Dodgers complete a huge blockbuster deal, with Boston getting rid of $260 million in future salary

The Red Sox and Dodgers complete a huge blockbuster deal, with Boston getting rid of $260 million in future salary

On Opening Day Jackie Bradley Jr. becomes the first major leaguer to wear "Jr." on the back of his jersey

On Opening Day Jackie Bradley Jr. becomes the first major leaguer to wear “Jr.” on the back of his jersey

Boston Red Sox play first game after Marathon Bombings

Boston Red Sox play first game after Marathon Bombings

Neil Diamond shows up unannounced at Fenway Park to ask the Red Sox if he can sing Sweet Caroline at the first game played at the ballpark since the bombing at the Boston Marathon

Neil Diamond shows up unannounced at Fenway Park to ask the Red Sox if he can sing Sweet Caroline at the first game played at the ballpark since the bombing at the Boston Marathon

Jon Lester

Boston’s win there 9,000th regular season game

The Red Sox crush the Tigers, 20 - 4, in a battle of first-place teams as DH David Ortiz collects the 2,000th hit of his career. The Sox tie a team record with 8 homers at home, with Big Papi hitting two of the long balls. Will Middlebrooks hits a grand slam in the Sox's 8-run 6th inning and Daniel Nava adds a two-run shot, while Jacoby Ellsbury, Stephen Drew, Mike Napoli and Ryan Lavarnway account for the other long balls.

The Red Sox crush the Tigers, 20 – 4, in a battle of first-place teams as DH David Ortiz collects the 2,000th hit of his career. The Sox tie a team record with 8 homers at home, with Big Papi hitting two of the long balls. Will Middlebrooks hits a grand slam in the Sox’s 8-run 6th inning and Daniel Nava adds a two-run shot, while Jacoby Ellsbury, Stephen Drew, Mike Napoli and Ryan Lavarnway account for the other long balls.

Boston Strong - Red Sox stop at Marathon Bombing Site on World Series Parade

Boston Strong – Red Sox stop at Marathon Bombing Site on World Series Parade

Ellsbury heading to New York

In a major coup, the Yankees grab American League stolen bases leader Jacoby Ellsbury 

Major League Season RecapMajor League Baseball Season Recap 2013

Major League Season RecapMajor League Baseball Season Recap 2013

Dustin Pedroia becomes the second player in Red Sox history to steal 100 bases and hit 100 homeruns

Dustin Pedroia becomes the second player in Red Sox history to steal 100 bases and hit 100 homeruns

Dustin Pedroia becomes just the 2nd - secondbaseman in history to hit 2 homeruns on opening day

Dustin Pedroia becomes just the 2nd – secondbaseman in history to hit 2 homeruns on opening day

legendary Nancy Faust's organ who entertained fans for more than 3,000 White Sox is purchased by Red Sox organist Josh Kantor

legendary Nancy Faust’s organ who entertained fans for more than 3,000 White Sox is purchased by Red Sox organist Josh Kantor

Montreal Expos greats Pedro Martinez and Tim Raines throw the ceremonial first pitch at Stade Olympique in Montreal

Montreal Expos greats Pedro Martinez and Tim Raines throw the ceremonial first pitch at Stade Olympique in Montreal

Dustin Pedroia turned five double plays to tie Red Sox franchise record

Dustin Pedroia turned five double plays to tie Red Sox franchise record

Mookie Betts hits three homers and drives in five runs in a 6 - 2 win over the Orioles

Mookie Betts hits three homers and drives in five runs in a 6 – 2 win over the Orioles

Houston eliminates Boston with a 5 - 4 win in Game 4.

Houston eliminates Boston with a 5 – 4 win in Game 4.

OF Mookie Betts of the Red Sox wins the first salary arbitration filing to be decided this off-season and will earn $10.5 million

OF Mookie Betts of the Red Sox wins the first salary arbitration filing to be decided this off-season and will earn $10.5 million

Boston Red Sox owner John Henry officially petitions the city of Boston, MA to rename Yawkey Way

Boston Red Sox owner John Henry officially petitions the city of Boston, MA to rename Yawkey Way

Sean Manaea tosses the 12th no-hitter in A's franchise history

Sean Manaea tosses the 12th no-hitter in A’s franchise history

Mookie Betts hits three solo homers to lead the Red Sox to a 5 - 4 win over the Royals

Mookie Betts hits three solo homers to lead the Red Sox to a 5 – 4 win over the Royals

 Mookie Betts hits the first cycle in 2018

 Mookie Betts hits the first cycle in 2018

Andrew Benintendi game 4 ALCS

Andrew Benintendi snags a sinking line drive to save game 4 of ALCS

2018 - While two of the best pitchers in the majors face off on the mound in Game 1 of the World Series in Clayton Kershaw and Chris Sale, the contest turns out to be a high-scoring affair, with Boston prevailing, 8 - 4, over the Dodgers. Andrew Benintendi has 4 hits to lead the Red Sox attack while Eduardo Nunez hits a key three-run homer in the 7th and Craig Kimbrel closes out the win.

2018 – While two of the best pitchers in the majors face off on the mound in Game 1 of the World Series in Clayton Kershaw and Chris Sale, the contest turns out to be a high-scoring affair, with Boston prevailing, 8 – 4, over the Dodgers. Andrew Benintendi has 4 hits to lead the Red Sox attack while Eduardo Nunez hits a key three-run homer in the 7th and Craig Kimbrel closes out the win.

Down 4 - 0 after 6 innings, the Red Sox score 9 runs over the last three innings to win Game 4 of the World Series, 9 - 6 over the Dodgers

Down 4 – 0 after 6 innings, the Red Sox score 9 runs over the last three innings to win Game 4 of the World Series, 9 – 6 over the Dodgers

The Red Sox win their 9th Championship and 4th since 2004 by defeating the Dodgers, 5 - 1

The Red Sox win their 9th Championship and 4th since 2004 by defeating the Dodgers, 5 – 1

Major League Season RecapMajor League Baseball Season Recap 2018

Major League Season RecapMajor League Baseball Season Recap 2018

Mookie Betts signs for a record $20Million in arbitration

Mookie Betts signs for a record $20Million in arbitration

Toronto Blue Jays v Boston Red Sox 2018 championship banner

 Red Sox  raise their World Series banner

Five things you didn’t know about Fenway Park

Five things you didn’t know about Fenway Park

anner Houck is the eighth pitcher -- and sixth starter since 1901 to throw as many as five innings while allowing two hits or fewer in his first two MLB starts

anner Houck is the eighth pitcher — and sixth starter since 1901 to throw as many as five innings while allowing two hits or fewer in his first two MLB starts

Dustin Pedroia retires after 14 seasons

Dustin Pedroia retires after 14 seasons

JD Martinez becomes the 5th player to have 3 homerun games for 3 different teams

JD Martinez becomes the 5th player to have 3 homerun games for 3 different teams

Dustin Pedroia Retirement Pregame Ceremony | Boston Red Sox

Dustin Pedroia Retirement Pregame Ceremony | Boston Red Sox

Jerey Remy

Peter Gammons on Jerry Remy

8 Best MLB Ballparks in America

8 Best MLB Ballparks in America

Shaughnessy: Sox 'owe' fans to spend more with CBA complete

Shaughnessy: Sox ‘owe’ fans to spend more with CBA complete

Jeff Heath flies like a butterfly in

Indians romp the Red Sox 16-5

1949 American League batting race

The 1949 American League Batting Race

Luis Aparicio - The Best I Ever Saw

Luis Aparicio – The Best I Ever Saw

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