National League President John Heydler’s designated hitter idea gets the backing of John McGraw, but the American League is against it.

Dec 17, 1928 | Podcast, rules |

On December 17, 1928 — National League President John Heydler’s designated hitter idea gets the backing of John McGraw, but the American League is against it.

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National League President John Heydler’s designated hitter idea gets the backing of John McGraw, but the American League is against it.