Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis

Judge Kenesaw Landis cracks down on phony player deals

On February 9 1922 — Judge Kenesaw Landis cracks down on phony player deals. He fines the St. Louis Cardinals and Detroit Tigers $150 each, and three minor league clubs a total of $1,400 for violating waiver rules. In March, he will assess the New York Giants $1,764 for the improper transfer of a player.