1997 – Free agent pitcher Steve Avery is signed by the Boston Red Sox.
1997 – Free agent pitcher Steve Avery is signed by the Boston Red Sox.
1997 – Free agent outfielder Mark Whiten is signed by the New York Yankees.
1997 – Free agent outfielder Mark Whiten is signed by the New York Yankees.
Former Atlanta Braves knuckleballer Phil Niekro is elected to the Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers Association of America
Former Atlanta Braves knuckleballer Phil Niekro is elected to the Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers Association of America, becoming the 227th member of the Hall. He receives 80.34% of the vote, as former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Don Sutton falls nine votes short of election. Niekro is only the 87th player to be elected by the BBWAA.
Los Angeles Dodgers owner Peter O’Malley announces plans to sell the team, which has been controlled by his family since 1950. The club is expected to command a record price.
Los Angeles Dodgers owner Peter O’Malley announces plans to sell the team, which has been controlled by his family since 1950. The club is expected to command a record price.
Boston Red Sox knuckleball pitcher Tim Wakefield escapes serious injury when he is hit by a car while out jogging
1997 – Boston Red Sox knuckleball pitcher Tim Wakefield escapes serious injury when he is hit by a car while out jogging. He is released from the hospital after being treated for bruises.
1997 – The Texas Rangers sign free agent outfielder Mike Devereaux.
1997 – The Texas Rangers sign free agent outfielder Mike Devereaux.
