John McGraw and Honus Wagner
John McGraw and Honus Wagner chatting sometime between 1915 AND 1917.
John McGraw Stats & Facts
John McGraw Positions: Third Baseman, Shortstop and Outfielder Bats: Left • Throws: Right 5-7, 155lb (170cm, 70kg) Born: April 7, 1873 in Truxton, NY Died: February 25, 1934 in New Rochelle, NY Buried: New Cathedral Cemetery, Baltimore, MD School: St. Bonaventure University (St. Bonaventure, NY) Debut: August 26, 1891 (1,641st in major league history) Last Game: June 18, 1907 vs. CIN 0 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB Hall of Fame: Inducted…
John McGraw Stats & Facts
John McGraw Essentials Positions: Bats: R Throws: R 69 Weight: 160 Born: 12 8, 1890 in Intercourse, PA USA Died: 4 27 1967 in Torrance, CA USA Debut: 7/29/1914 Last Game: 7/29/1914 Full Name: John McGraw
Tony La Russa moves past John McGraw into second place for the most games managed in major league history
Tony La Russa moves past John McGraw into second place for the most games managed in major league history. With his 4,770 contests as a manager, the Cardinal skipper now trails only Connie Mack, who amassed a total of 7755 during his 53 years in the dugout.
For the 132nd time in his career, Atlanta skipper Bobby Cox is ejected from a major league game
For the 132nd time in his career, Atlanta skipper Bobby Cox is ejected from a major league game, breaking John McGraw’s all-time ejections record. It took the Braves manager only 28 seasons to set the new mark, compared to the 42 years in which Mugsy compiled his tosses, including 14 as a player.
Five of baseball’s pioneers are added to the Hall of Fame: Connie Mack‚ John McGraw‚ Morgan G. Bulkeley‚ Ban Johnson‚ and George Wright.
Five of baseball’s pioneers are added to the Hall of Fame: Connie Mack‚ John McGraw‚ Morgan G. Bulkeley‚ Ban Johnson‚ and George Wright.
New York Giants manager John McGraw dies from prostate cancer at the age of 60
On February 25, 1934 — At the age of 60, John McGraw dies at New Rochelle Hospital, two weeks after entering the facility with optimistic reports about his recovery from prostate cancer. The renowned New York Giants manager known as ‘Little Napoleon’ due to his style and stature, won 10 pennants and 3 world championships…
The First All-Star Game is played at Comiskey Park – Babe Ruth homers!
On July 6, 1933, the first major league All-Star Game is played at Comiskey Park. Babe Ruth third-inning two-run home run off Bill Hallahan proves to be the difference to give the American League a 4-2 win over the National League. Connie Mack manages the AL team while John McGraw comes out of retirement to…
New York Giants manager John McGraw resigns due to ill health
On June 3, 1932, longtime New York Giants manager John McGraw resigns due to ill health. In 32 years as Giants skipper, During his thirty-two-year tenure, the fiery manager won three World Series and nine National League pennants, including a record four consecutive flags.
National League President John Heydler’s designated hitter idea gets the backing of John McGraw, but the American League is against it.
National League President John Heydler’s designated hitter idea gets the backing of John McGraw, but the American League is against it.
