Cubs outfielder Billy Williams (.278, 25, 86) is selected as the 1961 National League Rookie of the Year.

On November 30, 1961 — The BBWAA selects Chicago Cubs outfielder Billy Williams (.278, 25, 86) as the 1961 National League Rookie of the Year. The Cubs outfielder is named on ten of the 16 ballots cast by the writers with the runner-up, Braves catcher Joe Torre, receiving five votes from the writers. Milwaukee Braves catcher Joe Torre and Cubs southpaw Jack Curtis also receive consideration for the honor. Torre and Williams will later both become teammates in the Hall of Fame.

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In the game that establishes a new record for bases-full homers in one game, Texas beats Baltimore, 13-11. Rangers’ infielder Toby Harrah hits a second inning grand slam, and Larry Sheets and Jim Dwyer both go deep with the bases loaded in the Orioles’ nine-run fourth frame.

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