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Chronicling the history of the Cubs, White Sox, Whales, Negro Leagues, AAGPBL, Comiskey Park, & Wrigley Field. Curated by @nbierma. @SABR member
Chicago, IL
Joined September 2019
100 years ago today, the Black Sox trial ended with the acquittal of eight @WhiteSox players on charges of conspiracy for fixing the 1919 World Series. Check out our Eight Myths Out project to learn more about the Black Sox Scandal: https://t.co/xXYrkOfy4M
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7-12-1990, the White Sox beat the Yankees 8-0 in 6 innings. Melido Perez threw a rain-shortened no-hitter, striking out 9 over his 6 no-hit innings. Lance Johnson hit his first Major League home run.
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Today is the start of the #AllStarGame break. It’s also the 42nd anniversary of Disco Demolition Night at Comiskey Park. Whatever reason you need, go ahead and download our chapter’s July-August 2021 newsletter. It’s hot off the press. Enjoy! https://t.co/4OpTtIx38t
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#AllStarGame History: Ernie Banks played in 13 ASGs, batted .303 (10-for-33), slugged .545, 1 HR, 3 RBIs & 4 runs. Read about his life & legacy in his @sabr bio https://t.co/wm9Zp5S4XR
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Happy 67th bday HOF Andre Dawson! A 5 tool player before turf wrecked his knees, the Hawk averaged 24 HR & 30 steals per year over first 7 seasons. He was a ROY, MVP, 8x All-Star, 8x Gold Glover & 4x Silver Slugger. 6 years with Cubs averaged .285 29 98 .834. 16 HR in 292 ab 1994
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This is what I call a superb action shot. - Ernie Banks
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Hall of Fame second baseman Billy Herman was born #OTD in 1909. The long-time Cub made each of the first 10 All-Star Games, 8 with the Cubs & 2 with the Dodgers. Led league with 227 hits & 57 doubles in 1935. Had 3 top 5 MVP finishes. Batted .304 lifetime. Managed Red Sox in 60s.
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