With a record of 64-82, the Cincinnati Reds fire Rogers Hornsby as their manager with 8 games left in the season. Coach Buster Mills replaces him for the remainder of the year.

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On September 17, 1953 — With a record of 64-82, the Cincinnati Reds fire Rogers Hornsby as their manager with 8 games left in the season. Coach Buster Mills replaces him for the remainder of the year.

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Baseball Reference September 17
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