This Day in Braves History: Atlanta trades Mike Kelly to the Reds

Jan 9 2023 by Talking Chop

 
Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty ImagesBraves Franchise History

1894 - Boston Beaneaters catcher Charlie Bennett loses both of his legs in a horrific train accident. Bennett’s first team, the Detroit Wolverines, will rename their ballpark to Bennett Park in his honor.

1996 - The Braves trade outfielder Mike Kelly to Cincinnati for minor league pitcher Chad Fox.

MLB History

1903 - Frank Farrell and Bill Devery purchase the Baltimore franchise for $18,000 and move it to Manhattan...

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