This Day In Baseball November 22

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The history of sports is both vast and rich, thanks to the existence of so many different events and the longevity associated with them. With so much history to cull through, We offer the opportunity to look back and see what memorable things happened or milestones were reached on November 22 in baseball history.

Things you don’t want to miss:

  • On November 22, 1934, the Chicago Cubs acquire future Hall of Fame infielder Fred Lindstrom and pitcher Larry French from the Pittsburgh Pirates for three players, including outfielder Babe Herman. Lindstrom, a .290 hitter for the Cubs, will slump to .275 in 1935
  • On November 22, 1954 — The Pittsburgh Pirates draft outfielder Roberto Clemente from the AAA roster of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Although Clemente hit only .257 for the Montreal Royals last season, he will become a Hall of Fame member with the Pirates.
  • On November 22, 1967 — Minnesota Twins second baseman Rod Carew wins the American League Rookie of the Year Award. Receiving 19 of 20 first place votes, Carew easily outdistances Reggie Smith of the Boston Red Sox.
  • On November 22, 1961, Frank Robinson of the Cincinnati Reds is a near-unanimous selection as MVP. Robinson, who receives 219 out of a possible 224 points, becomes the first Red to win the MVP in 21 years.
  • On November 22, 1968 — Johnny Bench, who kept his rookie status by missing the final three games of the 1967 season due to a hand injury, is named the National League’s Rookie of the Year by the narrowest of margins. The 20 year-old Reds’ catcher edges Mets’ southpaw Jerry Koosman for the award when Chicago American veteran writer Jim Enright splits his choice because he “couldn’t vote for one and ignore the other.”BENCH BECOMES THE THIRD MEMBER OF THE REDS IN SIX YEARS TO BE NAMED THE TOP ROOKIE.
  • On November 22, 1977 — Andre Dawson of the Montreal Expos wins the National League Rookie of the Year Award by one vote over Steve Henderson of the New York Mets. Dawson hit .282 with 19 home runs and 65 RBI, while Henderson had a batting line of .297, 12, 65.Dawson had a blend of power and speed, hitting at least 20 home runs in seven seasons with the Expos, and stealing at least 20 bases in his first seven seasons. Dawson the 8 time all-star will go onto have a Hall of Fame Career, winning the 1987 MVP Award, and narrowly missing out on the MVP 2 other times, he also won 8 Gold Gloves and 4 Silver Slugger Awards.

    Henderson will have a solid 12-year career, hitting .280 and will be a regular in 4 of those seasons. He mainly became a platoon player. He never appeared on another ballet for any other award during his career.

  • On November 22, 1982 – Second baseman Steve Sax of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Sax hit .282 and stole 49 bases as the replacement for Davey Lopes in the Dodgers’ infield.Sax becomes the 4th straight Dodgers player to win the N.L. Rookie of the Year award, joining Rick Sutcliffe (1979), Steve Howe (1980) and Fernando Valenzuela (1981)

 

Notable Events and Chronology for November 22

1883 – New York Gothams owner John B. Day proposes a resolution to prohibit a team from signing a player who has broken the reserve clause of his contract. This resolution, eventually adopted by both the American Association and National League, effectively changes the reserve clause from a device to protect owners from their own greediness to a vindictive weapon to be used against uncooperative players.

The National League adopts a salary classification plan that puts all players into five categories with a standard salary for each ranging from $1,500 to $2,500. The scheme is vehemently opposed by the Brotherhood.

Philadelphia Athletics are expelled for violating the league’s constitution

1908 – In the first game between a Japanese and an American professional team, the Reach All-Americans defeat Waseda University in Tokyo, 5 – 0.

1932 – St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Charlie Gelbert shatters his leg in a hunting accident. He will return as a part-time infielder in 1935, playing until 1940.

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Chicago Cubs acquire Fred Lindstrom, Larry French for 3 Players including Babe Herman from Pirates

Philadelphia Athletics pitcher Harry Byrd is selected American League Rookie

Philadelphia Athletics pitcher Harry Byrd is selected American League Rookie

The Pittsburgh Pirates draft outfielder Roberto Clemente from the AAA roster of the Brooklyn Dodgers

The Pittsburgh Pirates draft outfielder Roberto Clemente from the AAA roster of the Brooklyn Dodgers

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Walter OMalley shows off a domed stadium idea 1955

After 22 seasons, Larry Goetz is unwillingly “retired” as a National League umpire by Warren Giles

Mickey Mantle barely edges Ted Williams in the 1957 AL MVP

Mickey Mantle barely edges Ted Williams in the 1957 AL MVP

1960 – The American League proposes that both leagues expand to nine teams in 1961 and begin interleague play. There will be expansion in the American League in 1961, but interleague play will not arrive until 1997.

Frank Robinson of the Cincinnati Reds is a near-unanimous selection as MVP

Frank Robinson of the Cincinnati Reds is a near-unanimous selection as MVP

Outfielder Curt Blefary of the Baltimore Orioles edges California Angels pitcher Marcelino López for American League Rookie of the Year honors.

Outfielder Curt Blefary of the Baltimore Orioles edges California Angels pitcher Marcelino López for American League Rookie of the Year honors.

Minnesota Twins second baseman Rod Carew wins the American League Rookie of the Year Award

Minnesota Twins second baseman Rod Carew wins the American League Rookie of the Year Award

Astros receive pitcher Fred Gladding to complete the trade with Detroit for Eddie Mathews

Johnny Bench is named the National League's Rookie of the Year by the narrowest of margins

Johnny Bench is named the National League’s Rookie of the Year by the narrowest of margins

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Cleveland Indians first baseman Chris Chambliss wins the American League Rookie of the Year Award

Cesar Cedeno and Lee May are the first Astros to crack the top ten in N.L. Most Valuable Player voting.

Johnny Bench 1972 NL MVP

Johnny Bench wins his second NL MVP in the last three years

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Andre Dawson of the Montreal Expos wins the National League Rookie of the Year Award by one vote

Terry Forster, the American League saves leader in 1974 with the White Sox, signs a big contract with the Dodgers, becoming the team’s first free agent. Last season, the southpaw compiled a 6-4 record with a 4.43 ERA pitching for the Pirates and will post an 11-13 record during his five years in Los Angeles.

Detroit Tigers second baseman Lou Whitaker wins the American League Rookie of the Year Award

Detroit Tigers second baseman Lou Whitaker wins the American League Rookie of the Year Award

The New York Yankees sign pitcher Tommy John, a reentry draft free agent formerly with the Dodgers. John will be a valuable addition to the Yankees, winning 43 games in the next two seasons.

The New York Yankees sign pitcher Tommy John, a reentry draft free agent formerly with the Dodgers. John will be a valuable addition to the Yankees, winning 43 games in the next two seasons.

Ford Motor Credit Company buys full control of the Astros by purchasing remaining shares from General Electric Credit Company. They intend to look for a new buyer, while rumors swirl that the franchise may be moved out of Houston. 

Steve Sax is named National League Rookie of the Year

Steve Sax is named National League Rookie of the Year

Ron Kittle of the Chicago White Sox, who hit 35 home runs with 100 RBI, wins the American League Rookie of the Year Award, beating out Cleveland infielder Julio Franco and Baltimore pitcher Mike Boddicker.

Ron Kittle of the Chicago White Sox, who hit 35 home runs with 100 RBI, wins the American League Rookie of the Year Award, beating out Cleveland infielder Julio Franco and Baltimore pitcher Mike Boddicker.

The Players’ Association fires executive director Kenneth Moffett after barely a year in the job and chooses Donald Fehr as his successor.

A groundbreaking ceremony is held to build what will eventually be known as Tropicana Field, a venue for hosting baseball fans from Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg, before securing a major league franchise. The Florida Suncoast Dome, the ballpark’s original name, will be completed in 1990, but will not field a MLB team until eight years later when the expansion Devil Rays play their first game, although, at various times during the interim, it’s rumored the White Sox, Mariners, and Giants are making plans to be tenants in the Pinellas County facility.

1989 - Free agent outfielder Kirby Puckett re-signs with the Minnesota Twins for $9 million over three years, making him the first major league player ever to sign a contract that calls for an average salary of $3 million per year.

1989 – Free agent outfielder Kirby Puckett re-signs with the Minnesota Twins for $9 million over three years, making him the first major league player ever to sign a contract that calls for an average salary of $3 million per year.

1992 – Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Pat Listach is named American League Rookie of the Year. Listach was recalled on April 7th to replace the injured Bill Spiers and hit .290. He also became the first Brewers player to steal 50 bases in a season.

Texas Rangers sign free agent Will “The Thrill” Clark to a multi-year contract

Texas Rangers sign free agent Will “The Thrill” Clark to a multi-year contract

Free agent pitcher Sid Fernandez signs a three-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles.

Talks begin on building a new downtown stadium – for the Oilers. Bud Adams makes his pitch to civic leaders for a new home with more luxury suites. Astros owner Drayton McLane argues that there’s nothing wrong with the Astrodome a little sprucing up couldn’t fix. 

1995 – The California Angels sign free agent infielder Randy Velarde to a three-year contract.

Although offered more money by three other clubs, switch-hitting shortstop Jose Valentin elects to stay with the Chicago White Sox, signing a three-year deal with a fourth-year option worth $5 million a year.

The Toronto Blue Jays obtain pitcher Steve Parris from Cincinnati for pitchers Clayton Andrews and Leo Estrella.

2002 – Houston Astros RF Richard Hidalgo is shot in the left forearm during a carjacking in Venezuela. He is released from the hospital and will go to Houston for more tests.

Outfielder Richard Hidalgo is shot in the left arm during an attempted carjacking in his native Venezuela.

2003 – 46-year-old relief pitcher Jesse Orosco agrees to a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks and will earn an $800,000 salary if he is added to the big league roster.

At a lunchtime celebration at Union Station, which includes a protest, the recently relocated Washington National League franchise announces its new name, logo, and colors. Using the official original name of the district’s team which used the nickname the Senators from 1901-56, the club clad in red, white, blue, and gold will be known as the Nationals.

Joey Votto of the Cincinnati Reds wins the 2010 National League Most Valuable Player Award

Joey Votto of the Cincinnati Reds wins the 2010 National League Most Valuable Player Award

The New York Mets announce the hiring of Terry Collins as their new manager, replacing Jerry Manuel. Collins last managed in the major leagues with the Anaheim Angels from 1997 to 1999. He has since spent time in Japan and China and last season was the Mets’ minor league field coordinator.

Ryan Braun of the Milwaukee Brewers is voted the winner of the 2011 National League Most Valuable Player Award

The Marlins trade C John Baker to the Padres in return for left-handed P Wade LeBlanc.

In a trade of former top prospects coming off disappointing seasons, the Cardinals send 3B David Freese to the Angels in return for OF Peter Bourjos. P Fernando Salas also heads to Los Angeles, while minor league OF Randal Grichuk will go to St. Louis.

The Mets sign OF Chris Young to a one-year contract.

President Barack Obama awards the Presidential Medal of Freedom to broadcaster Vin Scully, the voice of the Dodgers for the past 67 seasons. The recently retired play-by-play announcer joins other baseball notables, including Hank Aaron, Moe Berg, Jackie Robinson, Roberto Clemente, Ted Williams, and Stan Musial, to have received the nation’s highest civilian honor.

According to a report in the magazine Forbes, Major League Baseball revenues in 2017 grew for the 15th consecutive year and passed the $10 billion threshold for the first time. The growing value of television rights and increasing ratings are the primary reasons behind this growth, in spite of a slight decline in attendance at ballparks.

With a spot in the Gold Medal game at the 2017 Bolivarian Games at stake, Panama tops Venezuela, 3-0. Davis Romero strikes out 19 in a three-hit shutout; no other pitcher will strike out more than 9 in the whole tournament, while Romero had 10 in his prior outing for 29 overall.

Cloud Boyer passes away at 94

Cloud Boyer passes away at 94

Todays Major League Birthdays On November 22 

Major League Baseball Deaths On November 22 

 

 

 

 

 

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