Waite Hoyt is released by the Philadelphia Athletics and will sign with the Brooklyn Dodgers
1932 – Waite Hoyt is released by the Philadelphia Athletics and will sign with the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Pittsburgh Pirates sold infielder George Grantham to the Cincinnati Reds
On February 4 , 1932, the Pittsburgh Pirates sold infielder George Grantham to the Cincinnati Reds. He’s the only player in team history with 7+ seasons and an .850+ OPS each year. His .901 OPS in 913 games ranks fifth in team history.
Chicago Cubs owner William Wrigley dies at the age of 70
On January 26, 1932, Chicago Cubs owner William Wrigley dies at the age of 70 in Phoenix, Arizona. Wrigley had owned the team since 1919. Wrigley’s son Philip inherits controlling interest in both the Cubs and the minor league Los Angeles Angels of the Pacific Coast League. He will leave most of the daily operations to…
Brooklyn Dodgers acquire future Hall of Fame outfielder Hack Wilson
On January 23, 1932, the Brooklyn Dodgers acquire future Hall of Fame outfielder Hack Wilson from the St. Louis Cardinals for a minor league pitcher and $45,000 in cash. Wilson will bat .297 with 23 home runs and 123 RBIs for Brooklyn in 1932.
Babe Ruth rejects a Yankees offer of $70,000
1932 – Babe Ruth rejects a Yankees offer of $70,000, as the major leagues vow to cut salaries by $1 million.
Bill Terry rejects a contract offer from the New York Giants
On January 11, 1932 — Bill Terry sends his $13,500 contract back to the New York Giants, telling writers he is “thoroughly disgusted.” in a classic “sign of the times” move. Terry, who just missed the National League batting title, led the league in runs (121) and triples (20), and collected a second-best…
Casey Stengel returns from exile in the minor leagues to become coach for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Casey Stengel returns from exile in the minor leagues to become coach for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
The Great Depression deepens, and American League costs are cut by dropping an umpire from the AL staff of 11.
The Great Depression deepens, and American League costs are cut by dropping an umpire from the AL staff of 11.
