The Tigers buy Bob “Hurricane” Hazle from the Braves. Hazle, hitting .170, became expendable when Billy Bruton returned to action today. Bruton, who last played on July 11 of last year, appears in the 9th inning of the Braves’ 6 – 3 win over the Cardinals.

This Day In Baseball

On May 24, 1958 — The Tigers buy Bob “Hurricane” Hazle from the Braves. Hazle, hitting .170, became expendable when Billy Bruton returned to action today. Bruton, who last played on July 11 of last year, appears in the 9th inning of the Braves’ 6 – 3 win over the Cardinals.

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Baseball Reference May 24