Dennis Eckersley
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Chicago Cubs trade seemingly over-the-hill pitcher Dennis Eckersley to the Oakland A’s

On April 3, 1987, the Chicago Cubs trade seemingly over-the-hill pitcher Dennis Eckersley to the Oakland A’s for three minor leaguers. Eckersley will emerge as the game’s dominant closer, saving 291 games over the next eight seasons, and earning election to the Hall of Fame in 2004.

 

 

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