This Day in Braves History: December 28

Dec 28 2022 by Talking Chop

 
Braves Franchise History

1953 - The Milwaukee Braves acquire second baseman Danny O’Connell from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for third baseman Sid Gordon, outfielder Sam Jethroe, pitcher Max Surkont and four minor league pitchers. PIttsburgh also receives $100,000.

MLB History

1926 - National League MVP Bob O’Farrell is named to replace Rogers Hornsby as Cardinals manager. Reports suggest the the job was first offered to Bill Killefer who turned it down out of loyalty to...

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