The following are the baseball events of the year 1999 throughout the world. Baseball is a Bat-and-ball Sport played between two teams of nine players each Year 1999 ( MCMXCIX) was a Common year starting on Friday (link will display full 1999 Gregorian calendar)
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Champions
Major League Baseball
- World Series: New York Yankees over Atlanta Braves (4-0); Mariano Rivera, MVP
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League Championship Series NBC/FOX |
World Series NBC |
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| WC | Boston Red Sox | 1 | |||||||||||
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| Cent. Calendar Major League Baseball See also 2008 Major League Baseball season Postseason October 1 – ALDS and Champions Major League Baseball Regular Season Champions Other champions Minor League Baseball 2006 Major League Baseball season|2006 Nippon Professional Baseball season Headline Event of the Year The 2006 World Baseball Classic is a surprise success 2005 Major League Baseball season Headline events of the year Chicago White Sox swept the Houston Astros to win the World Series Headline events of the year The Boston Red Sox win their first World Series since, ending the Curse of the Bambino. Headline event of the year The Florida Marlins become World Series champions holding off a dynastic New York Yankees team 4 games to Champions Major League Baseball Regular Season Champions Other champions Caribbean World Series: Champions Major League Baseball Regular Season Champions Other champions Caribbean World Series: Champions Major League Baseball Regular Season Champions Other champions Caribbean World Series: Headline events of the year Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, Ken Griffey Jr Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Florida Marlins over Cleveland Indians (4-3 Liván Hernández, Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Atlanta Braves (4-2 John Wetteland, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Atlanta Braves over Cleveland Indians (4-2 Tom Glavine, MVP Headline events of the year As a result of a players' strike the MLB season ends prematurely on August 11, 1994. Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Toronto Blue Jays over Philadelphia Phillies (4-2 Paul Molitor, Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Toronto Blue Jays over Atlanta Braves (4-2 Pat Borders, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Minnesota Twins over Atlanta Braves (4-3 Jack Morris, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Cincinnati Reds over Oakland Athletics (4-0 José Rijo, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Oakland Athletics over San Francisco Giants (4-0 Dave Stewart, See also 1988 Major League Baseball season Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Minnesota Twins over St Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Mets over Boston Red Sox (4-3 Ray Knight, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Kansas City Royals over St Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Detroit Tigers over San Diego Padres (4-1 Alan Trammell, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Baltimore Orioles over Philadelphia Phillies (4-1 Rick Dempsey, Champions Major League Baseball World Series Champion St Louis Cardinals World Series MVP Darrell Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers over New York Yankees (4-2 Ron Cey, Pedro Guerrero Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Philadelphia Phillies over Kansas City Royals (4-2 Mike Schmidt, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Pittsburgh Pirates over Baltimore Orioles (4-3 Willie Stargell, Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Los Angeles Dodgers (4-2 Bucky Dent, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Los Angeles Dodgers (4-2 Reggie Jackson, Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Cincinnati Reds over New York Yankees (4-0 Johnny Bench, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Cincinnati Reds over Boston Red Sox (4-3 Pete Rose, MVP Champions Major League Baseball 1974 World Series: Oakland Athletics over Los Angeles Dodgers (4-1 Rollie Fingers Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Oakland Athletics over New York Mets (4-3 Reggie Jackson, Labor strife and more moving 1972 was tainted by a players' strike over pension and salary arbitration Champions Major League Baseball World Series MVP Roberto Clemente All-Star Game, July 13 at Champions Major Leagues World Series MVP Brooks Robinson All-Star Game, July 14 at Riverfront Stadium Champions Major League Baseball The most notable part of the 1969 season were the Miracle Mets World Series: New York Mets The Year of the Pitcher In Major League Baseball, the trend throughout the 1960s was of increased pitching dominance caused by enforcing a larger strike zone (top of armpit Champions Major League Baseball World Series: St Louis Cardinals over Boston Red Sox (4-3 Bob Gibson, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Baltimore Orioles over Los Angeles Dodgers (4-0 Frank Robinson, Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers over Minnesota Twins (4-3 Sandy Koufax, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: St Louis Cardinals over New York Yankees (4-3 Bob Gibson, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers over New York Yankees (4-0 Sandy Koufax, MVP The 1962 season is perhaps most notable for the dismal 40-120 record of the New York Mets, which has been a continuing source of humor among baseball fans as well as comedians such as Headline Event of the Year Roger Maris hits 61 home runs breaking Babe Ruth 's record Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Pittsburgh Pirates over New York Yankees (4-3 Bobby Richardson, Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers over Chicago White Sox (4-2 Larry Sherry, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Milwaukee Braves (4-3 Bob Turley, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Milwaukee Braves over New York Yankees (4-3 Lew Burdette, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Brooklyn Dodgers (4-3 Don Larsen, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Brooklyn Dodgers over New York Yankees (4-3 Johnny Podres, MVP Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Giants over Cleveland Indians (4-0 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Brooklyn Dodgers (4-2 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Brooklyn Dodgers (4-3 All-Star Game Headline Event of the Year Baseball's Shot Heard 'Round the World gives the New York Giants the National League Pennant in the third game of a best-of-three-games Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Philadelphia Phillies (4-0 All-Star Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Brooklyn Dodgers (4-1 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Cleveland Indians over Boston Braves (4-2 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Brooklyn Dodgers (4-3 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: St Louis Cardinals over Boston Red Sox (4-3 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Detroit Tigers over Chicago Cubs (4-3 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: St Louis Cardinals over St Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over St Champions Major League Baseball World Series: St Louis Cardinals over New York Yankees (4-1 All-Star Game Headline events of the year Joe Dimaggio hits in 56 consecutive games Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Cincinnati Reds over Detroit Tigers (4-3 All-Star Game Headline Event of the Year On May 17, 1939, Princeton University and Columbia University played the first televised baseball Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over Chicago Cubs (4-0 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over New York Giants (4-1 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over New York Giants (4-2 All-Star Game Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Detroit Tigers over Chicago Cubs (4-2 All-Star Game, Champions Major League Baseball World Series: St Louis Cardinals over Detroit Tigers (4-3 All-Star Game Headline Event of the Year First Negro League Baseball All-Star Game. Champions World Series: New York Yankees over Chicago Cubs (4-0 Negro League World Series: Pittsburgh Crawfords Champions World Series: St Louis Cardinals over Philadelphia Athletics (4-3 Awards and honors Champions World Series: Philadelphia Athletics over St Louis Cardinals (4-2 Awards and honors Champions World Series: Philadelphia Athletics over Chicago Cubs (4-1 Awards and honors Champions World Series: New York Yankees over St Louis Cardinals Awards and honors League Headline Event of the Year Murderers' Row lead New York Yankees to World Series victory Champions World Series: St Louis Cardinals over New York Yankees (4-3 Negro League World Series: Chicago Champions World Series: Pittsburgh Pirates over Washington Senators (4-3 Negro League World Series: Hilldale Champions World Series: Washington Senators over New York Giants (4-3 First Negro League World Series: Kansas Champions World Series: New York Yankees over New York Giants (4-2 Awards and honors League Champions World Series: New York Giants over New York Yankees (4-0-1 Statistical Leaders Major Headline Events of the Year First Radio broadcast of the World Series. Champions World Series: Cleveland Indians over Brooklyn Robins (5-2 Awards and honors Headline Event of the Year Chicago White Sox players accused of throwing World Series, resulting in the Black Sox scandal Champions World Series: Boston Red Sox over Chicago Cubs (4-2 MLB Statistical Leaders Major Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Chicago White Sox over New York Giants (4-2 Awards Champions World Series: Boston Red Sox over Brooklyn Robins (4-1 Awards and honors Champions World Series: Boston Red Sox over Philadelphia Phillies (4-1 Awards and honors Champions World Series: Boston Braves over Philadelphia Athletics (4-0 Awards and honors Chalmers Champions World Series: Philadelphia Athletics over New York Giants (4-1 Awards and honors Champions World Series: Boston Red Sox over New York Giants (4-3-1 Awards and honors Chalmers Champions World Series: Philadelphia Athletics over New York Giants (4-2 Awards and honors Champions World Series: Philadelphia Athletics over Chicago Cubs (4-1 Awards and honors Champions World Series: Pittsburgh Pirates over Detroit Tigers (4-3 Awards and honors MLB Statistical Champions World Series: Chicago Cubs over Detroit Tigers (4-1 Awards and honors Statistical Leaders Champions World Series: Chicago Cubs over Detroit Tigers (4-0-1 Awards and honors Statistical Leaders Champions World Series: Chicago White Sox over Chicago Cubs (4-2 Awards and honors Statistical Leaders Champions World Series: New York Giants over Philadelphia Athletics (4-1 Awards and honors MLB Statistical Champions American League: Boston Red Sox National League: New York Giants MLB Statistical Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Boston Americans over Pittsburgh Pirates (5-3 in the first modern World Champions Major League Baseball American League: Philadelphia Athletics National League: Pittsburgh Pirates Champions Major League Baseball American League: Chicago White Stockings National League: Pittsburgh Pirates Champions Chronicle-Telegraph Cup: Brooklyn Superbas defeated Pittsburgh Pirates, 3 games to 1 National League: Champions National League: Brooklyn Superbas National League final standings Events Champions National League: Boston Beaneaters National League final standings Events Champions Temple Cup: Baltimore Orioles defeated Boston Beaneaters, 4 games to 1 National League: Boston Beaneaters Champions Temple Cup: Baltimore Orioles defeated Cleveland Spiders, 4 games to 0 National League: Baltimore Champions Temple Cup: Cleveland Spiders defeated Baltimore Orioles, 4 games to 1 National League: Baltimore Champions Temple Cup: New York Giants defeated Baltimore Orioles, 4 games to 0 National League: Baltimore Champions National League: Boston Beaneaters National League final standings Events Champions National League: Boston Beaneaters defeated Cleveland Spiders, 5 games to 0 (1 tie National League Champions National League: Boston Beaneaters American Association: Boston Reds Major League Champions World Series: Brooklyn Bridegrooms 3 Louisville Colonels 3 1 tie National League: Brooklyn Bridegrooms Champions World Series: New York Giants 6 Brooklyn Bridegrooms 3 National League: New York Giants Champions World Series: New York Giants 6 St Louis Browns 4 National League: New York Giants Champions World Series Detroit Wolverines 10 St Louis Browns 5 (15 game series National League: Detroit Champions World Series St Louis Browns 4 Chicago White Stockings 2 National League: Chicago White Stockings Champions Post-season playoff Chicago White Stockings played St Champions First World's Championship Series: Providence Grays over New York Metropolitans (3-0 National League Champions National League: Boston Beaneaters American Association: Philadelphia Athletics Inter-State Champions NOTE Chicago White Stockings played the Cincinnati Red Stockings in a 2-game post-season series Champions National League: Chicago White Stockings National League final standings Statistical leaders Champions National League: Chicago White Stockings National League final standings Statistical leaders Champions National League: Providence Grays National League final standings Statistical leaders Champions National League: Boston Red Caps International Association Buffalo Bisons Pacific Coast Athletics Champions National League: Boston Red Caps International Association London‚ Ontario‚ Canada Tecumsehs League Champions National League: Chicago White Stockings Major League Baseball final standings Statistical Champions National Association: Boston Red Stockings National Association final standings Statistical leaders Champions National Association: Boston Red Stockings National Association final standings Statistical leaders Champions National Association: Boston Red Stockings National Association final standings Statistical leaders Champions National Association: Boston Red Stockings National Association final standings Statistical Champions National Association (professional Philadelphia Athletics National Association of Amateur Base Ball Players Star of Brooklyn Champions National Association of Base Ball Players: Chicago White Stockings, albeit disputed by Mutual of New York Part of the History of baseball series Champions National Association of Base Ball Players Champions National Association of Base Ball Players: Atlantic of Brooklyn Events May 4 - The Baseball is a Bat-and-ball Sport played between two teams of nine players each Part of the History of baseball series Minor league baseball is a hierarchy of Professional baseball leagues in North Part of the History of baseball in the United States series The Negro leagues were American professional Baseball leagues Nippon Professional Baseball or NPB is the highest level of Baseball in Japan. Athletics For an extensive coverage see 1999 in athletics (track and field Track Hicham The 1999 World Series matched the defending champion New York Yankees against the Atlanta Braves, with the Yankees sweeping the Series in four games The New York Yankees are a professional baseball team based in the borough of The Bronx, in New York City, New York. Mariano Rivera (born November 29, 1969 in Panama City, Panama) is a Professional baseball player In Baseball, the Division Series is the official name for the first round of the Major League Baseball playoffs The National Broadcasting Company ( NBC) is an American Television network headquartered in the GE Building in New York City's ESPN, originally an acronym for Entertainment and Sports Programming Network, is an American Cable television network dedicated to The League Championship Series ( LCS) is the official name for a round of playoffs in Major League Baseball which has been conducted since 1969. The 1999 World Series matched the defending champion New York Yankees against the Atlanta Braves, with the Yankees sweeping the Series in four games The New York Yankees are a professional baseball team based in the borough of The Bronx, in New York City, New York. The Texas Rangers are an American professional baseball team based in Arlington Texas, United States, representing the Dallas-Ft The New York Yankees are a professional baseball team based in the borough of The Bronx, in New York City, New York. The Boston Red Sox are a Professional baseball team based in Boston Massachusetts, and are the reigning (2007 World Series Champions. The Boston Red Sox are a Professional baseball team based in Boston Massachusetts, and are the reigning (2007 World Series Champions. | Cleveland Indians | 2 | |||||||||||
| AL | New York Yankees | 4 | |||||||||||
| NL | Atlanta Braves | 0 | |||||||||||
| East | Atlanta Braves | 3 | |||||||||||
| Cent. The Cleveland Indians are a professional baseball team based in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. The New York Yankees are a professional baseball team based in the borough of The Bronx, in New York City, New York. | Houston Astros | 1 | |||||||||||
| East | Atlanta Braves | 4 | |||||||||||
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| WC | New York Mets | 2 | |||||||||||
| WC | New York Mets | 3 | |||||||||||
| West | Arizona D-backs | 1 | |||||||||||
- American League Championship Series MVP: Orlando Hernández
- National League Championship Series MVP: Eddie Pérez
- All-Star Game, July 13 at Fenway Park: American League, 4-1; Pedro Martínez, MVP
Other champions
- Caribbean World Series: Tigres del Licey (Dominican Republic)
- College World Series: Miami (Fla.)
- Cuban National Series: Santiago de Cuba over Industriales
- Japan Series: Fukuoka Daiei Hawks over Chunichi Dragons (4-1)
- Little League World Series: Hirakata, Osaka, Japan
- European Championship: Netherlands over Italy (3-0)
- Pan American Games: Cuba over USA (5-1)
Awards and honors
- Most Valuable Player
- Iván Rodríguez (AL)
- Chipper Jones (NL)
- Cy Young Award
- Pedro Martínez (AL)
- Randy Johnson (NL)
- Rookie of the Year Award
- Carlos Beltran (AL)
- Scott Williamson (NL)
- Manager of the Year Award
- Jimy Williams (AL)
- Jack McKeon (NL)
MLB Statistical Leaders
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1American League Triple Crown Pitching Winner
Major League Baseball final standings
| American League | |||||
| Rank | Club | Wins | Losses | Win % | GB |
| East Division | |||||
| 1st | New York Yankees | 98 | 64 | . In Baseball or Softball, a strikeout or strike out (denoted by SO or K) occurs when a batter receives three strikes Pedro Jaime Martínez (born October 25 1971 in Manoguayabo, Dominican Republic) is a Major League Baseball Starting pitcher for the For other people named Randy Johnson see Randy Johnson (disambiguation Randall David Johnson (born September 10, 1963 in For other uses of this term see Triple crown In Baseball, the Triple Crown refers to A batter who (at season's end leads The American League of Professional Baseball Clubs, or simply the American League ( AL) is one of two leagues that make up Major League Baseball in The New York Yankees are a professional baseball team based in the borough of The Bronx, in New York City, New York. 605 | -- |
| 2nd | Boston Red Sox * | 94 | 68 | . The Boston Red Sox are a Professional baseball team based in Boston Massachusetts, and are the reigning (2007 World Series Champions. 580 | 4. 0 |
| 3rd | Toronto Blue Jays | 84 | 78 | . The Toronto Blue Jays are a professional baseball team based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 519 | 14. 0 |
| 4th | Baltimore Orioles | 78 | 84 | . The Baltimore Orioles are a professional baseball team based in Baltimore, Maryland. 481 | 20. 0 |
| 5th | Tampa Bay Devil Rays | 69 | 93 | . The Tampa Bay Rays are a Major League Baseball franchise based in St 426 | 29. 0 |
| Central Division | |||||
| 1st | Cleveland Indians | 97 | 65 | . The Cleveland Indians are a professional baseball team based in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. 599 | -- |
| 2nd | Chicago White Sox | 75 | 86 | . The Chicago White Sox are a professional Baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois. 466 | 21. 5 |
| 3rd | Detroit Tigers | 69 | 92 | . The Detroit Tigers are a professional baseball team based in Detroit, Michigan, USA 429 | 27. 5 |
| 4th | Kansas City Royals | 64 | 97 | . The Kansas City Royals are a Major League Baseball team based in Kansas City, Missouri. 398 | 32. 5 |
| 5th | Minnesota Twins | 63 | 97 | . The Minnesota Twins are a professional baseball team based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 394 | 33. 0 |
| West Division | |||||
| 1st | Texas Rangers | 95 | 67 | . The Texas Rangers are an American professional baseball team based in Arlington Texas, United States, representing the Dallas-Ft 586 | -- |
| 2nd | Oakland Athletics | 87 | 75 | . The Oakland Athletics are a professional baseball team based in Oakland, California. 537 | 8. 0 |
| 3rd | Seattle Mariners | 79 | 83 | . The Seattle Mariners are an American professional baseball team based in Seattle, Washington, United States. 488 | 16. 0 |
| 4th | Anaheim Angels | 70 | 92 | . The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim are a professional baseball team based in Anaheim, California. 432 | 25. 0 |
| National League | |||||
| Rank | Club | Wins | Losses | Win % | GB |
| East Division | |||||
| 1st | Atlanta Braves | 103 | 59 | . The National League of Professional Baseball Clubs, or simply the National League ( NL) is the older of two leagues constituting Major League Baseball 636 | -- |
| 2nd | New York Mets * | 97 | 66 | . "Mets" redirects here For the medical term see Metastasis. 595 | 6. 5 |
| 3rd | Philadelphia Phillies | 77 | 85 | . The Philadelphia Phillies are a Major League Baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the United States. 475 | 26. 0 |
| 4th | Montreal Expos | 68 | 94 | . Franchise history Creation of the franchise In 1960 Montreal lost its International League team the Montreal Royals (an affiliate of 420 | 35. 0 |
| 5th | Florida Marlins | 64 | 98 | . The Florida Marlins are a professional baseball team based in Miami Gardens Florida. 395 | 39. 0 |
| Central Division | |||||
| 1st | Houston Astros | 97 | 65 | . The Houston Astros are a Professional baseball team based in Houston Texas. 599 | -- |
| 2nd | Cincinnati Reds | 96 | 67 | . The Cincinnati Reds are a Major League Baseball team based in Cincinnati Ohio, USA 589 | 1. 5 |
| 3rd | Pittsburgh Pirates | 78 | 83 | . The Pittsburgh Pirates are a Major League Baseball club based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 484 | 18. 5 |
| 4th | St. Louis Cardinals | 75 | 86 | . The St Louis Cardinals (also referred to as "the Cards " or "the Redbirds " are a professional Baseball team based in St 466 | 21. 5 |
| 5th | Milwaukee Brewers | 74 | 87 | . The Milwaukee Brewers are a Major League Baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, which plays in the Central Division of the National League 460 | 22. 5 |
| 6th | Chicago Cubs | 67 | 95 | . The Chicago Cubs are a Professional Baseball franchise based in Chicago, Illinois. 414 | 30. 0 |
| West Division | |||||
| 1st | Arizona Diamondbacks | 100 | 62 | . The Arizona Diamondbacks (also referred to as the D-backs) are a professional baseball team based in Phoenix Arizona. 617 | -- |
| 2nd | San Francisco Giants | 86 | 76 | . The San Francisco Giants are a Major League Baseball team based in, that currently play in the National League West Division. 531 | 14. 0 |
| 3rd | Los Angeles Dodgers | 77 | 85 | . The Los Angeles Dodgers are a Major League Baseball team based in Los Angeles California, USA 475 | 23. 0 |
| 4th | San Diego Padres | 74 | 88 | . The San Diego Padres are a Major League Baseball team based in San Diego California since their founding in 1969 457 | 26. 0 |
| 5th | Colorado Rockies | 72 | 90 | . The Colorado Rockies are a Major League Baseball team based in Denver, Colorado. 444 | 28. 0 |
- The asterisk denotes the club that won the wild card for its respective league. The term wild card refers broadly to a Tournament or Playoff berth awarded to an individual or team that has not qualified through normal play
Events
January-March
- January 5 - Nolan Ryan, George Brett and Robin Yount are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Events 1477 - Battle of Nancy: Charles the Bold is killed and Burgundy becomes part of France. Lynn Nolan Ryan Jr (born January 31, 1947 in Refugio, Texas) is a retired American Right-handed Pitcher in George Howard Brett (born May 15, 1953 in Glen Dale West Virginia) is a former Major League Baseball player for the Kansas City Royals Robin R Yount (jɔnt born September 16, 1955 in Danville Illinois) is a former Major League Baseball player who spent his entire career with It is the first time since 1936 that three players are elected simultaneously on their first try. Champions Major League Baseball World Series: New York Yankees over New York Giants (4-2 All-Star Game Carlton Fisk finishes 4th in the voting, missing election by 43 votes. Carlton Ernest Fisk (born December 26 1947 in) is a former Major League Baseball Catcher who played for 24 years with the Boston Red Sox
- February 15 - The Cincinnati Reds announce that they are dropping their long-standing policy of no facial hair for players. Events 590 - Khosrau II is crowned as king of Persia 1637 - Ferdinand III becomes Holy Roman Emperor The Cincinnati Reds are a Major League Baseball team based in Cincinnati Ohio, USA The change is the result of a talk between Reds owner Marge Schott and newly-acquired outfielder Greg Vaughn. Margaret Unnewehr Schott ( August 18, 1928 &ndash March 2, 2004) was the controversial former managing general Gregory Lamont Vaughn (born July 3, 1965) is a former Major League Baseball Left fielder and right-handed batter who played for the Milwaukee
- February 18 - The U.S. Postal Service issues a Jackie Robinson stamp as part of their "Celebrate the Century" program. Events 3102 BC - Epoch (origin of the Kali Yuga. 1229 - The Sixth Crusade: Frederick II Holy Jack Roosevelt "Jackie" Robinson (January 31 1919 – October 24 1972 was a Baseball player for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Robinson was selected to represent the 1940s, and is the second baseball player chosen. Babe Ruth, in May 1998, represented the 1920s. George Herman Ruth Jr (February 6 1895 &ndash August 16 1948 also popularly known as " Babe " " The Bambino " and " The Sultan of Headline events of the year Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, Ken Griffey Jr
- February 18 - The Yankees end the trade rumors by acquiring Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for pitchers David Wells and Graeme Lloyd, and infielder Homer Bush. Events 3102 BC - Epoch (origin of the Kali Yuga. 1229 - The Sixth Crusade: Frederick II Holy William Roger Clemens (born August 4, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio) is an American Right-handed Pitcher in Major The Toronto Blue Jays are a professional baseball team based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. David Lee Wells (born May 20, 1963 in Torrance California) is a former Major League Baseball Starting pitcher. Graeme John Lloyd (born April 9, 1967 in Victoria, Australia) is a former Major League Baseball Pitcher who had a ten Homer Giles Bush (born November 12, 1972 in East St Louis Illinois) is a former Major League Baseball Second baseman who played
- February 21 - Florida Marlins rookie third baseman Mike Lowell, acquired from the New York Yankees on February 1, undergoes surgery for testicular cancer after a small mass is found during a routine exam. Events 362 - Athanasius returns to Alexandria. 1245 - Thomas, the first known Bishop of Finland The Florida Marlins are a professional baseball team based in Miami Gardens Florida. Michael Averett Lowell (born February 24, 1974 in San Juan Puerto Rico) is a Puerto Rican Major League Baseball Third baseman The New York Yankees are a professional baseball team based in the borough of The Bronx, in New York City, New York.
- March 2 - Orlando Cepeda, Frank Selee, Smokey Joe Williams and Nestor Chylak are elected to the Hall of Fame by the Veterans Committee. Events 986 - Louis V becomes King of the Franks. 1127 - Assassination of Charles the Good Orlando Manuel Cepeda Pennes (born September 17 1937 in) is a former Major League Baseball First baseman. Frank Gibson Selee ( Joseph Williams ( April 6 1886 - February 25 1951) nicknamed "Cyclone Joe" or "Smokey Joe", was an Nestor George Chylak Jr ( May 11 1922 - February 17 1982) was an American umpire in Major League Baseball who
- March 7 - In a historic agreement, it is announced that the Baltimore Orioles will travel to Cuba for a March 28 exhibition game against the Cuban national team in Havana. Events 161 - Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius dies and is succeeded by co-Emperors Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus The Baltimore Orioles are a professional baseball team based in Baltimore, Maryland. The Republic of Cuba (ˈkjuːbə or) consists of the island of Cuba (the largest and second-most populous island of the Greater Antilles) Isla de la The Cuba national baseball team is the national team of Cuba. Havana ( IPA: aˈβana officially Ciudad de La Habana, is the Capital city, major port and leading The Cuban team will travel to the US for a return contest at a future date. It is the first time in 40 years that Americans will play a professional game in Cuba.
- March 10 - Yankees manager Joe Torre is diagnosed with prostate cancer. Events 241 BC - First Punic War: Battle of the Aegates Islands - The Romans sink the Carthaginian fleet bringing Joseph Paul Torre (ˈtɔɹi born July 18, 1940 in Brooklyn New York) is the current manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers and a former Major While he is undergoing treatment, the team will be run by coach Don Zimmer. Donald William Zimmer (born January 17, 1931 in Cincinnati Ohio) is a former Infielder, manager, and a coach in Major League
- March 28 - The Orioles make the first visit to Cuba by major leaguers since 1959, and defeat a team of Cuban amateurs by a score of 3–2 in 11 innings. Events 37 - Roman Emperor Caligula accepts the titles of the Principate, entitled to him by the Senate. The Republic of Cuba (ˈkjuːbə or) consists of the island of Cuba (the largest and second-most populous island of the Greater Antilles) Isla de la Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers over Chicago White Sox (4-2 Larry Sherry, MVP Pitcher José Contreras hurls eight innings of 2–hit, 10–K ball in relief for the Cubans, while catcher Charles Johnson hits a two–run home run, and DH Harold Baines drives in the winning run for the Orioles. For the Chilean football player see José Contreras (footballer. Charles Edward Johnson Jr (born July 20, 1971 in Fort Pierce Florida) is a former Major League Baseball Catcher. Harold Douglas Baines (born March 15 1959 in Easton Maryland) is a former Right fielder and Designated hitter in Major League The two teams will play a rematch at Camden Yards in Baltimore on May 3. Oriole Park at Camden Yards is a ballpark located in Baltimore Maryland, which was completed in 1992 to replace the aging Memorial Stadium.
April-June
- April 4 - In the first season opener ever played outside of the United States or Canada, the Colorado Rockies defeat the San Diego Padres 8–2, before an overflow crowd of 27,104 in Monterrey, Mexico. Events 1581 - Francis Drake completes a circumnavigation of the world and is knighted by Elizabeth I. The Colorado Rockies are a Major League Baseball team based in Denver, Colorado. The San Diego Padres are a Major League Baseball team based in San Diego California since their founding in 1969 This article is about the Mexican city for other uses see Monterrey (disambiguation. The United Mexican States ( or commonly Mexico (ˈmɛksɪkoʊ () is a federal constitutional Republic in North America. Outfielder Dante Bichette has four hits, including a home run, and four RBI for the winners. Alphonse Dante Bichette (ˈdɑnteɪbɪˈʃɛt born November 18, 1963 in West Palm Beach Florida) is a former American Major League Baseball Local hero Vinny Castilla also has four hits for the Rockies, while Darryl Kile picks up the victory. Vinicio Castilla Soria, commonly known as Vinny Castilla (born July 4, 1967 in Oaxaca Oaxaca, Mexico) is a former Major League Darryl Andrew Kile ( December 2 1968 – June 22 2002) born in Garden Grove California, was an American right-handed
- April 19 - The Baltimore Orioles' Cal Ripken, Jr. is placed on the disabled list for the first time in his 19–year career because of irritation in his lower back. Events 1012 - Martyrdom of Alphege in Greenwich London. 1529 - At the Second Diet of Speyer The Baltimore Orioles are a professional baseball team based in Baltimore, Maryland. Ripken's record consecutive game streak ended in September 1998 at 2,632. Headline events of the year Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, Ken Griffey Jr
- April 20 - Cincinnati Reds owner Marge Schott agrees to sell her controlling interest in the Reds to a group headed by Carl H. Events 1303 - The University of Rome La Sapienza is instituted by Pope Boniface VIII. The Cincinnati Reds are a Major League Baseball team based in Cincinnati Ohio, USA Margaret Unnewehr Schott ( August 18, 1928 &ndash March 2, 2004) was the controversial former managing general Lindner, ending her 14–year tenure. The group will pay a total of $67 million.
- April 20 - The Nolan Ryan Museum opens in Alvin, Texas. Events 1303 - The University of Rome La Sapienza is instituted by Pope Boniface VIII. Lynn Nolan Ryan Jr (born January 31, 1947 in Refugio, Texas) is a retired American Right-handed Pitcher in Alvin is a city in Brazoria County, Texas, United States, within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown Metropolitan Area.
- April 23 - The St. Louis Cardinals defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers 12–5, as third baseman Fernando Tatis sets a major league record by hitting two grand slams in a single inning. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at The St Louis Cardinals (also referred to as "the Cards " or "the Redbirds " are a professional Baseball team based in St The Los Angeles Dodgers are a Major League Baseball team based in Los Angeles California, USA Fernando Tatís Jr (born January 1, 1975 in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic) is a Major League Baseball utility In the Sport of Baseball, a grand slam (or just slam for short is a Home run hit with all the bases occupied by baserunners, thereby His two homers come in St. Louis' 11–run 3rd inning. He also sets a record with eight RBI in the inning, while Dodgers pitcher Chan Ho Park becomes the first 20th century pitcher - and only the second ever - to surrender two grand slams in a single frame (Bill Phillips of the Pittsburgh Pirates did so in 1890). Chan Ho Park (born June 30, 1973 in Gongju, South Korea) is a Major League Baseball Pitcher who currently pitches for the William Corcoran Phillips ( November 9 1868 - October 25 1941) nicknamed "Whoa Bill" or "Silver Bill" was an American The Pittsburgh Pirates are a Major League Baseball club based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Champions World Series: Brooklyn Bridegrooms 3 Louisville Colonels 3 1 tie National League: Brooklyn Bridegrooms Park became the 36th major-leaguer to serve up two slams to the same player in his career.
- April 23 - The Brewers sink the Pirates 9–1, as pitcher Steve Woodard hurls the complete game victory. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Steve Larry Woodard (born May 15, 1975 in Hartselle Alabama) is a Pitcher in Major League Baseball for the Florida Marlins The win ends Milwaukee's NL record streak of 113 games without a complete game.
- April 28 - Larry Walker hits 3 home runs helping Colorado Rockies beat St. Louis Cardinals 9-7. Events 1192 - Assassination of Conrad of Montferrat (Conrad I King of Jerusalem, in Tyre, two days after his title Larry Kenneth Robert Walker (born December 1, 1966 in Maple Ridge British Columbia, Canada) is a former Right fielder in Major The Colorado Rockies are a Major League Baseball team based in Denver, Colorado. The St Louis Cardinals (also referred to as "the Cards " or "the Redbirds " are a professional Baseball team based in St
- May 3 - In a 12-11, 10-inning loss to the Oakland Athletics, Boston Red Sox rookie Creighton Gubanich becomes only the fourth player to hit a grand slam for his first major league hit. Events 1491 - Kongo monarch Nkuwu Nzinga is baptised by Portuguese missionaries adopting the baptismal name of João The Oakland Athletics are a professional baseball team based in Oakland, California. The Boston Red Sox are a Professional baseball team based in Boston Massachusetts, and are the reigning (2007 World Series Champions. Creighton "Gube" Gubanich (Born March 27, 1972 in Belleville NJ)is a former Major League Baseball player who played for the Boston In the Sport of Baseball, a grand slam (or just slam for short is a Home run hit with all the bases occupied by baserunners, thereby
- May 3 - The Pirates defeat the Giants 9-8, despite Jeff Kent getting five hits for the Giants and hits for the cycle, just the second player to do so in Three Rivers Stadium; Joe Torre did it on June 27, 1973. Events 1491 - Kongo monarch Nkuwu Nzinga is baptised by Portuguese missionaries adopting the baptismal name of João Jeffrey Franklin Kent (born March 7, 1968 in Bellflower, California) is a Major League Baseball Second baseman for In Baseball, a player hits for the cycle when he hits a single, a double, a triple and a Home run in the same game though not necessarily Three Rivers Stadium was a Multi-purpose stadium located in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania from 1970 to 2000 Joseph Paul Torre (ˈtɔɹi born July 18, 1940 in Brooklyn New York) is the current manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers and a former Major Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Oakland Athletics over New York Mets (4-3 Reggie Jackson,
- May 9 - The Yankees defeat the Mariners 6-1. Events 1457 BC - Battle of Megiddo (15th century BC between Thutmose III and a large Canaanite coalition under the King of Relief pitcher Mike Stanton makes his first major league start for the Yankees, ending his major league record streak of 552 consecutive relief appearances prior to his first start. William Michael "Mike" Stanton (born June 2, 1967 in Houston Texas) is a Left-handed specialist Relief pitcher in The previous record of 443 was set by Giants pitcher Gary Lavelle. Gary Robert Lavelle (born January 3, 1949 in Scranton, Pennsylvania) is a former professional baseball player who pitched for several teams in
- May 9 - Florida St. junior second baseman Marshall McDougall goes 7-for-7, with an NCAA-record six consecutive home runs and 16 RBI, as the Seminoles defeat Maryland 26-2. Events 1457 BC - Battle of Megiddo (15th century BC between Thutmose III and a large Canaanite coalition under the King of Florida State University (commonly referred to as Florida State or FSU) is a public Research University located in Tallahassee The University of Maryland College Park (often referred to as The University of Maryland UMD, UMCP or simply Maryland) is a public research McDougall opens the game with a single. His mark breaks the home run record set by Henry Rochelle of Campbell, who hit five homers in a game in 1985. Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Kansas City Royals over St The RBI mark was held by Jim LaFountain of Louisville, who drove in 14 against Western Kentucky in 1976. Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Cincinnati Reds over New York Yankees (4-0 Johnny Bench, MVP
- May 10 - The Red Sox defeat the Mariners 12-4, as shortstop Nomar Garciaparra leads the way with three home runs, including two grand slams. Events 1291 - Scottish Nobles recognize the authority of Edward I of England. Anthony Nomar Garciaparra (ˈnoʊ̪mɑɹ ɡɑɹˈsiəˌpɑɹə born July 23 1973 in) is an American Baseball player who currently plays shortstop for the Los Angeles In the Sport of Baseball, a grand slam (or just slam for short is a Home run hit with all the bases occupied by baserunners, thereby Garciaparra drives home 10 of Boston's runs as he clouts a bases-loaded homer in the 1st inning, a 2-run shot in the 3rd, and another grand slam in the 8th. He is the first Bosox since Jim Tabor in 1939 to hit two slams in a game, and just the 9th in major league history. James Reubin Tabor ( November 5, 1916 &ndash August 22, 1953) also nicknamed "Rawhide" was a Major League Baseball Headline Event of the Year On May 17, 1939, Princeton University and Columbia University played the first televised baseball Fernando Tatis was the last play to do it, almost a month earlier. Fernando Tatís Jr (born January 1, 1975 in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic) is a Major League Baseball utility Before that, Robin Ventura last did it, in 1995. Robin Mark Ventura (vɨnˈtɝə born July 14 1967 in Santa Maria California) is a former professional Baseball player a Third baseman Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Atlanta Braves over Cleveland Indians (4-2 Tom Glavine, MVP
- May 17 - Tampa Bay outguns the Rangers 13-3, as first baseman Fred McGriff extends his major league record by hitting a home run in his 35th big league stadium - The Ballpark in Arlington. Events 1521 - Edward Stafford 3rd Duke of Buckingham, is executed for Treason. Frederick Stanley "Crime Dog" McGriff (born October 31, 1963 in Tampa Florida) is a former left-handed Major League Baseball player
- May 19 - In a record-setting outing, the Reds beat the Rockies 24-12, stroking 28 hits in the process. Events 1535 - French explorer Jacques Cartier sets sail on his second voyage to North America with three ships 110 men and The 36 runs sets a Coors Field record. Coors Field, located in Denver Colorado, is the home field of the National League 's Colorado Rockies. Jeffrey Hammonds hits three home runs for Cincinnati, as seven players in the Reds lineup get three or more hits apiece. Jeffrey Bryan Hammonds (born March 5, 1971 in Plainfield New Jersey) is a former Major League Baseball player Teammate Sean Casey hits a pair of 3-run homers to drive in six runs and reaches base in all seven plate appearances, tying a 20th-century record. The 36 runs scored in the contest is the 3rd-highest total in the major leagues since the turn of the 20th century, while the 81 total bases set a new major league standard. Mike Cameron ties a major league mark with eight plate appearances in a nine-inning game. Michael Terrance Cameron (born January 8 1973 in LaGrange, Georgia) is an Outfielder in Major League Baseball for the With 28 hits, the Reds tie a mark originally set on May 13, 1902 and tie the National League record with seven players with 3 or more hits (Pirates, June 12, 1928, and Reds, August 3, 1989). The Rockies also became the first team to score 12 or more runs in a game and lose by 12 or more runs in the same game since the Giants beat the Reds, 25-13 in 1901. Larry Walker extends his hitting streak to 20 games and raises his average to . Larry Kenneth Robert Walker (born December 1, 1966 in Maple Ridge British Columbia, Canada) is a former Right fielder in Major 431.
- May 20 - Brent Billingsley, 24 years old, makes major league debut with the Florida Marlins. Events 325 - The First Council of Nicaea &ndash the first Ecumenical Council of the Christian Church is held
- May 20 - The Mets sweep the Brewers in a double header, winning the first game 11-10, and the second 10-1. Events 325 - The First Council of Nicaea &ndash the first Ecumenical Council of the Christian Church is held Robin Ventura hits a grand slam in each contest, becoming the first player in major league history to do so in both ends of a doubleheader. Robin Mark Ventura (vɨnˈtɝə born July 14 1967 in Santa Maria California) is a former professional Baseball player a Third baseman In the Sport of Baseball, a grand slam (or just slam for short is a Home run hit with all the bases occupied by baserunners, thereby Ventura also becomes the first player to hit a pair of grand slams on the same day on two separate occasions.
- June 25 - St. Events 524 - Battle of Vézeronce, the Franks defeat the Burgundians Louis defeats Arizona 1-0, as rookie pitcher José Jiménez hurls the first no-hitter of the season. José Jiménez (born July 7, 1973 in San Pedro de Macoris Dominican Republic) is a former Major League Baseball Pitcher for the In Baseball, a no-hitter (also known as a no-hit game, or colloquially a no-no) refers to a game in which one of the teams prevented the other from getting The Cardinals score the lone run on a broken bat single with two outs in the ninth inning. Jiménez posted eight strikeouts in the contest, while losing pitcher Randy Johnson strike outs 14, including the 2500th of his career. For other people named Randy Johnson see Randy Johnson (disambiguation Randall David Johnson (born September 10, 1963 in Jiménez walks two and hits a batter in becoming the first rookie to toss a no-hitter since Wilson Alvarez in 1991. Wilson Eduardo Alvarez Fuenmayor (born March 24, 1970 in Maracaibo, Zulia State, Venezuela) is a former Major League Baseball Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Minnesota Twins over Atlanta Braves (4-3 Jack Morris, MVP
- June 25 - In Baltimore's 9–8 loss to the Yankees, the Orioles' Jesse Orosco makes his 1,051st relief appearance to break Kent Tekulve's major league record. Events 524 - Battle of Vézeronce, the Franks defeat the Burgundians Jesse Russell Orosco (born April 21, 1957 in) is a former Relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who holds the major league record for career Kenton Charles Tekulve (born March 5 1947 in Cincinnati Ohio) is a former right-handed Relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who
- June 26 - Sammy Sosa hits 300th career home run. Events 363 - Roman Emperor Julian is killed during the retreat from the Sassanid Empire. Samuel Peralta Sosa (born November 12, 1968 in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic) is a Right fielder who is currently
- June 27 - The Seattle Mariners defeat the Texas Rangers 5-2 in the final game at the Kingdome. Events 1358 - Republic of Dubrovnik is founded 1709 - Peter the Great defeats Charles XII of Sweden The Seattle Mariners are an American professional baseball team based in Seattle, Washington, United States. The Texas Rangers are an American professional baseball team based in Arlington Texas, United States, representing the Dallas-Ft The Kingdome was an indoor sports and entertainment arena owned by King County Washington and located in Seattle Washington. Ken Griffey, Jr. hits the final home run in the stadium's history. George Kenneth "Ken" Griffey Jr (born November 21 1969 in Donora Pennsylvania) is a Major League Baseball Center fielder for the Chicago
- June 28 - Hack Wilson ups his runs batted in total for the 1930 season to 191. Events 1098 - Fighters of the First Crusade defeat Kerbogha of Mosul. Lewis Robert "Hack" Wilson ( April 26, 1900 – November 23, 1948) was an American Center fielder in Major Champions World Series: Philadelphia Athletics over St Louis Cardinals (4-2 Awards and honors 69 years after the event, an RBI is added by the commissioner's office, which also gives Babe Ruth six additional walks, raising his career-record total to 2,062. George Herman Ruth Jr (February 6 1895 &ndash August 16 1948 also popularly known as " Babe " " The Bambino " and " The Sultan of "There is no doubt that Hack Wilson's RBI total should be 191," commissioner Bud Selig says. Allan Huber "Bud" Selig Jr (born July 30, 1934 in Milwaukee Wisconsin) is the Commissioner of Major League Baseball and has "I am sensitive to the historical significance that accompanies the correction of such a prestigious record, especially after so many years have passed, but it is important to get it right. " The missing RBI came from the second game of a doubleheader between Wilson's Chicago Cubs and the Cincinnati Reds on July 28, 1930 where Charlie Grimm was credited with two RBI in the game and Wilson with none. The Chicago Cubs are a Professional Baseball franchise based in Chicago, Illinois. The Cincinnati Reds are a Major League Baseball team based in Cincinnati Ohio, USA Charles John Grimm ( August 28 1898 - November 15 1983) nicknamed "Jolly Cholly" was an American First baseman Ruth's walks total is now 2,062. Ted Williams is second, trailing by 43, and Rickey Henderson is third, 134 behind Ruth. Theodore Samuel "Ted" Williams ( August 30, 1918 – July 5, 2002) also nicknamed The Kid, the Splendid Splinter
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- July 5 - The Cardinals defeat the Diamondbacks 1-0, as José Jiménez hurls a 2-hitter to defeat Randy Johnson. Events 1295 - Scotland and France form an alliance the beginnings of the Auld Alliance, against England. José Jiménez (born July 7, 1973 in San Pedro de Macoris Dominican Republic) is a former Major League Baseball Pitcher for the For other people named Randy Johnson see Randy Johnson (disambiguation Randall David Johnson (born September 10, 1963 in Jiménez no-hit the Diamondbacks in his last appearance against them (June 25). Johnson loses his 3rd game in a row, during which Arizona has not scored a run and only made three hits. He strikes out 12 Cardinals to tie Dwight Gooden's NL mark of 43 strikeouts over three starts. Dwight Eugene Gooden (born November 16, 1964 in Tampa Florida) also known as Doc Gooden or Dr He also reaches 200 strikeouts for the year and ends St. Louis rookie Joe McEwing's 25-game hitting streak, the 5th-longest ever for a rookie. Joseph Earl McEwing (born October 17, 1972 in Bristol Pennsylvania) is a Minor league baseball coach and former Major League Baseball
- July 6 - The White Sox lose to the Royals 8-7. Events 1044 - The Battle of Ménfő takes place 1189 - Richard the Lionheart is crowned King of England Chicago outfielder Chris Singleton hits for the cycle, becoming the first rookie to do so since Oddibe McDowell in 1985 and just the 16th since 1900. Christopher Verdell Singleton (born August 15, 1972 in Martinez California) is a former Center fielder in Major League Baseball. In Baseball, a player hits for the cycle when he hits a single, a double, a triple and a Home run in the same game though not necessarily Oddibe McDowell (born August 25 1962 in Hollywood Florida) is a former Center fielder in Major League Baseball who played from Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Kansas City Royals over St
- July 9 - The uniform Lou Gehrig wore when he made his famous "luckiest man on earth" speech on July 4, 1939 is sold for $451,541 at auction. Events 455 - Roman military commander Avitus is proclaimed Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Henry Louis "Lou" Gehrig ( June 19 1903 – June 2 1941) born Ludwig Heinrich Gehrig, was an American Many sporting events did not take place because of World War II. Leland's spokesman Marty Appel says the flannel pinstripe uniform worn by the Hall of Fame first baseman was purchased by a South Florida man who did not want his name made public. The winning bid was made over the phone. Yesterday, Carlton Fisk's home run ball that won Game Six of the 1975 World Series for the Boston Red Sox was sold for $113,273. Carlton Ernest Fisk (born December 26 1947 in) is a former Major League Baseball Catcher who played for 24 years with the Boston Red Sox The 1975 World Series was between the Boston Red Sox and Cincinnati Reds.
- July 13 - The Major League Baseball All-Century Team is announced prior to the All-Star game. Events 1174 - William I of Scotland, a key rebel in the Revolt of 1173-1174, is captured at Alnwick by forces loyal to In 1999 MasterCard sponsored the Major League Baseball All-Century Team. Many members of the team, including Bob Gibson, Mike Schmidt, Willie Mays, Brooks Robinson, and Ted Williams, are on the field for the festivities.
- July 13 - The American League defeats the National League 4-1, to win the All-Star Game at Fenway Park in Boston. Events 1174 - William I of Scotland, a key rebel in the Revolt of 1173-1174, is captured at Alnwick by forces loyal to The American League of Professional Baseball Clubs, or simply the American League ( AL) is one of two leagues that make up Major League Baseball in The National League of Professional Baseball Clubs, or simply the National League ( NL) is the older of two leagues constituting Major League Baseball The Major League Baseball All-Star Game, also popularly known as the "Midsummer Classic" is an annual Baseball game between players from the National League Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martínez is named the game's MVP as he strikes out the first four hitters to bat against him, and five of the six he faces in his two innings of work. Pedro Jaime Martínez (born October 25 1971 in Manoguayabo, Dominican Republic) is a Major League Baseball Starting pitcher for the The game begins 15 minutes late as Hall of Fame outfielder Ted Williams rides out in a cart for the first-pitch ceremony. Theodore Samuel "Ted" Williams ( August 30, 1918 – July 5, 2002) also nicknamed The Kid, the Splendid Splinter Players from both teams surround the former Red Sox star in a spontaneous display of homage.
- July 15 - In the Seattle Mariners' first-ever game at Safeco Field, the San Diego Padres defeat the Mariners 3-2, scoring two runs in the top of the ninth to win. Events 1099 - First Crusade: Christian soldiers take the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem after the final The Seattle Mariners are an American professional baseball team based in Seattle, Washington, United States. Safeco Field, sometimes referred to as Safeco or The Safe, is a Retractable roof Baseball stadium located in Seattle Washington The San Diego Padres are a Major League Baseball team based in San Diego California since their founding in 1969
- July 25 - George Brett, Robin Yount, Nolan Ryan and Orlando Cepeda are inducted into the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. Events 285 - Diocletian appoints Maximian as Caesar, co-ruler George Howard Brett (born May 15, 1953 in Glen Dale West Virginia) is a former Major League Baseball player for the Kansas City Royals Robin R Yount (jɔnt born September 16, 1955 in Danville Illinois) is a former Major League Baseball player who spent his entire career with Lynn Nolan Ryan Jr (born January 31, 1947 in Refugio, Texas) is a retired American Right-handed Pitcher in Orlando Manuel Cepeda Pennes (born September 17 1937 in) is a former Major League Baseball First baseman.
- August 5 - San Diego defeat the Cardinals 10-3, despite a pair of home runs by Mark McGwire, including the 500th of his career. Events 642 - Battle of Maserfield - Penda of Mercia defeats and kills Oswald of Bernicia. Mark David McGwire (born October 1 1963 in Pomona California) is a former professional baseball player who played the majority of his Major League career with the McGwire becomes the first player in history to hit his 400th and 500th homers in successive seasons.
- August 6 - San Diego's Tony Gwynn records his 3000th career hit, becoming the 22nd player to do so. Events 1538 - Bogotá, Colombia, is founded by Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada. Anthony Keith Gwynn (born May 9 1960 in Los Angeles California) is a former Right fielder in Major League Baseball, statistically one of the best and Dan Smith of the Montréal Expos give up the historic hit as Gwynn goes 4-for-5 in a 12-10 San Diego victory. Dan Smith may refer to Dan Smith (author, retired American Army colonel and author Dan Smith (artist, illustrator and graphic artist Franchise history Creation of the franchise In 1960 Montreal lost its International League team the Montreal Royals (an affiliate of The San Diego Padres are a Major League Baseball team based in San Diego California since their founding in 1969
- August 6 - Carlos Delgado hits 3 home runs helping Toronto Blue Jays beat Texas Rangers 5-4. Events 1538 - Bogotá, Colombia, is founded by Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada. Carlos Juan Delgado Hernández (born June 25 1972 in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico) is a Major League Baseball First baseman for the New York The Toronto Blue Jays are a professional baseball team based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Texas Rangers are an American professional baseball team based in Arlington Texas, United States, representing the Dallas-Ft
- August 7 - Just one day after Tony Gwynn reaches the historic milestone, the Tampa Bay Devil Rays' Wade Boggs also gets the 3000th hit of his career in Tampa Bay's 15-10 loss to Cleveland. Events 322 BC - Battle of Crannon between Athens and Macedon following the death of Alexander the Great. Anthony Keith Gwynn (born May 9 1960 in Los Angeles California) is a former Right fielder in Major League Baseball, statistically one of the best and The Tampa Bay Rays are a Major League Baseball franchise based in St Wade Anthony Boggs (born June 15 1958 in Omaha Nebraska) is a former Third baseman in Major League Baseball, primarily with the Boston Red Sox He becomes the first player in history to hit a home run for his 3,000th hit.
- August 9 - A total of five grand slams are hit on the day, marking the first time it has happened in 129 years of major league baseball. Events 48 BC - Caesar's civil war: Battle of Pharsalus - Julius Caesar decisively defeats Pompey at Pharsalus In the Sport of Baseball, a grand slam (or just slam for short is a Home run hit with all the bases occupied by baserunners, thereby The bases loaded pokes are hit by Fernando Tatis (St. Fernando Tatís Jr (born January 1, 1975 in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic) is a Major League Baseball utility Louis, against Philadelphia), José Vidro (Montreal, against San Diego), Mike Lowell (Florida, against San Francisco), Bernie Williams (Yankees, against Oakland) and Jay Buhner (Seattle, against the White Sox). José Angel Vidro (born August 27, 1974 in Mayagüez Puerto Rico) is a Major League Baseball player who is currently a Free agent Michael Averett Lowell (born February 24, 1974 in San Juan Puerto Rico) is a Puerto Rican Major League Baseball Third baseman Bernabé Figueroa Williams (born September 13 1968 is a Puerto Rican former Major League Baseball Outfielder and a Guitar -playing Jay Campbell Buhner (born August 13, 1964, in Louisville Kentucky) nicknamed "Bone" was a powerful Right-handed hitter in Major
- August 17 - Sic transit gloria. Events 986 - A Byzantine army was destroyed in the pass of Trajan's Gate by the Bulgarians under the Comitopuli St. Louis sends José Jiménez to AAA Memphis less than two months after his no-hitter against Arizona. José Jiménez (born July 7, 1973 in San Pedro de Macoris Dominican Republic) is a former Major League Baseball Pitcher for the He joins Bobo Holloman as the only pitcher to go to the minors in the same year he pitched a no-hitter. Alva Lee "Bobo" Holloman ( March 7 1925 - May 1 1987) was an American right-handed Pitcher in Major League
- August 26 - Randy Johnson reached 300 strikeouts in record time, notching nine in seven innings to help the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Florida Marlins 12-2. Events 1071 - Battle of Manzikert: The Seljuk Turks defeat the Byzantine Army at Manzikert. For other people named Randy Johnson see Randy Johnson (disambiguation Randall David Johnson (born September 10, 1963 in
- August 30 - The Mets roll over the Astros 17-1, as Edgardo Alfonzo goes 6-for-6, a club record, with a double, three home runs, five RBI and six runs scored. Events 1363 - Beginning date of the Battle of Lake Poyang; the forces of two Chinese rebel leaders— Chen Youliang and Edgardo Antonio Alfonzo (born November 8, 1973 in Miranda State, Venezuela) is a Major League Baseball Infielder currently The six runs scored ties the modern major league mark. Alfonzo is the only the 5th player ever to hit three home runs while going 6-for-6.
- August 30 - Former player Billy Bean comes out of the closet and announces his homosexuality. Events 1363 - Beginning date of the Battle of Lake Poyang; the forces of two Chinese rebel leaders— Chen Youliang and William Daro "Billy" Bean (born May 11, 1964 in Santa Ana, California) is a former Major League Baseball player who Homosexuality refers to sexual behavior with or attraction to people of the same sex or to a Homosexual orientation. He is the first living player to publicly acknowledge that he is gay.
- September 2 - Cal Ripken hits 400th career home run helping Baltimore Orioles beat Tampa Bay Devil Rays 11-6. Events 44 BC - Pharaoh Cleopatra VII of Egypt declares her son co-ruler as Ptolemy XV Caesarion. The Baltimore Orioles are a professional baseball team based in Baltimore, Maryland. The Tampa Bay Rays are a Major League Baseball franchise based in St
- September 3- Terry Collins Resigned As Manager Of The Anaheim Angels Replaced By Bench Coach Joe Maddon
- September 4 - In a 22-3 blowout over the Philadelphia Phillies, the Cincinnati Reds tie an NL record by hitting nine home runs in the contest: two 2 by Eddie Taubensee, and one apiece by Aaron Boone, Dmitri Young, Jeffrey Hammonds, Greg Vaughn, Pokey Reese, Brian Johnson and Mark Lewis. Events 36 BC - In the Battle of Naulochus, Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, Admiral of Octavian, defeats Sextus Pompeius Terry Collins (born May 27, 1949) is a former manager of the Houston Astros, the Anaheim Angels, and the Las Vegas 51s of the The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim are a professional baseball team based in Anaheim, California. Joseph John Maddon (born February 8 1954, in Hazleton, Pennsylvania) is the current manager of the Tampa Bay Rays in Events 476 - Romulus Augustus, last emperor of the Western Roman Empire, is deposed when Odoacer proclaims himself The Philadelphia Phillies are a Major League Baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the United States. The Cincinnati Reds are a Major League Baseball team based in Cincinnati Ohio, USA Edward Kenneth Taubensee (born October 31, 1968 in Beeville Texas) is a former Catcher in Major League Baseball. Aaron John Boone (born March 9, 1973 in La Mesa, California) is a major league infielder currently with the Washington Nationals Dmitri Dell Young (born October 11, 1973 in Vicksburg Mississippi) is a Major League Baseball First baseman for the Washington Jeffrey Bryan Hammonds (born March 5, 1971 in Plainfield New Jersey) is a former Major League Baseball player Gregory Lamont Vaughn (born July 3, 1965) is a former Major League Baseball Left fielder and right-handed batter who played for the Milwaukee Calvin "50 Cent" Reese Jr (born June 10, 1973 in Columbia South Carolina) is a Major League Baseball Infielder Brian Johnson (born October 5 1947) is an English Singer and Songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist for the Australian Mark Lewis is the name used by several people including Mark Lewis (football Mark Lewis (baseball Mark Lewis (rugby
- September 7 - Two native Canadian pitchers oppose each other as starters for the first time in 26 years. Events 1251 BC - A Solar eclipse on this date might mark the birth of legendary Heracles at Thebes Greece. Country to "Dominion of Canada" or "Canadian Federation" or anything else please read the Talk Page Florida Marlin pitcher Ryan Dempster, from British Columbia, faces off against Los Angeles Dodgers Éric Gagné, who hails from Quebec. Ryan Scott Dempster (born May 3, 1977 in Sechelt British Columbia) is astarting Pitcher for the Chicago Cubs in Major League British Columbia (ˌbrɪtɨʃ kəˈlʌmbiə ( BC) ( (la Colombie-Britannique C The Los Angeles Dodgers are a Major League Baseball team based in Los Angeles California, USA Éric Serge Gagné ( IPA:) (born January 7 1976 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada) is a Relief pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers Quebec (kwɨˈbɛk The two roomed together while competing on Canada's national baseball team. The battle is a draw with neither pitcher getting the decision, but the Marlins win 2–1.
- September 9 - In a game between the Expos and the Padres, umpires nearly allowed 4 outs to be recorded in the 7th inning. Events 1000 - Battle of Svolder, Viking Age. 1379 - Treaty of Neuberg, splitting the Austrian Reggie Sanders of the Expos struck out for the third out, but the umpires, the fans, and the Padres allowed the Expos' Phil Nevin to come up to the plate and pitcher Ted Lilly to reach a 2-1 count before someone alerted home plate umpire Jerry Layne to the mistake. (Padres win 10-3)
- September 10 - The Red Sox trip the Yankees 3-1, as Pedro Martínez hurls an impressive one-hitter for his 21st victory of the year. Events 506 - The Bishops of Visigothic Gaul meet in the Council of Agde. Pedro Jaime Martínez (born October 25 1971 in Manoguayabo, Dominican Republic) is a Major League Baseball Starting pitcher for the Martinez strikes out 17 batters, the most Yankees ever fanned in a single game. Chili Davis' 2nd-inning home run is NY's only safety. Charles Theodore "Chili" Davis, nicknamed "Jamaican Sensation" (born January 17, 1960 in Kingston Jamaica) is a former Outfielder Chuck Knoblauch, leading off the game, gives the Yankees their only other baserunner; he was caught stealing, so Martínez faces just one over the minimum. Edward Charles "Chuck" Knoblauch (ˈnɔbˌlɑk born July 7 1968 in Houston Texas) is a retired Major League Baseball player who played
- September 11 - The Twins defeat the Angels 7-0, as left-handed Eric Milton hurls the third no-hitter of the season. Events 9 - The Battle of the Teutoburg Forest ends 506 - The Bishops of Visigothic Gaul Eric Robert Milton (born August 4, 1975 in State College Pennsylvania) is an American Left-handed Starting pitcher
- September 14 - Kansas City lose a doubleheader to the Angels, 8-6 in the opener and 6-5 in the nightcap. Events 81 - Domitian becomes Emperor of the Roman Empire upon the death of his brother Titus. In the second game, KC outfielder Mark Quinn makes a memorable major league debut. You may also be looking for the British contemporary sculptor Marc Quinn Mark David Quinn (born May 21, 1974 in La Mirada After making out in his first at bat, Quinn doubles in his next trip to the plate, then hits home runs in his last two times up. He becomes just the third player in history to hit two home runs in his first big league game. Bob Nieman (1951) and Bert Campaneris (1964) are the only others to accomplish the feat. Robert Charles Nieman ( January 26, 1927 - March 10, 1985) was a Major League Baseball Outfielder and right-handed batter Dagoberto Campaneris Blanco (born March 9 1942 in Pueblo Nuevo, Cuba) generally known as Bert Campaneris and nicknamed "Campy"
- September 14 - Bernie Williams hits an eighth-inning grand slam off Toronto Blue Jay pitcher Billy Koch to tie the game and Paul O'Neill hits a ninth-inning slam off Paul Spoljaric to give the New York Yankees a 10-6 win over The Blue Jays. Events 81 - Domitian becomes Emperor of the Roman Empire upon the death of his brother Titus. Bernabé Figueroa Williams (born September 13 1968 is a Puerto Rican former Major League Baseball Outfielder and a Guitar -playing William (Billy Koch (born December 14, 1974 in Rockville Centre New York) is a former Major League Baseball Relief pitcher. Paul O'Neill may refer to Paul O'Neill (baseball, a former Major League Baseball player and current broadcaster Paul O'Neill (cabinet member Paul Nikola Spoljaric (born September 24, 1970 in Kelowna British Columbia) is a former Left-handed Pitcher in Major League
- September 18 - The Brewers beat the Cubs, 7-4, as Sammy Sosa hits his 60th home run of the year. Events 96 - Nerva is proclaimed Roman Emperor after Domitian is assassinated Samuel Peralta Sosa (born November 12, 1968 in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic) is a Right fielder who is currently He becomes the first major leaguer to hit 60 homers twice.
- September 18 - Jim Morris of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays is called in to pitch relief agasint the Texas Rangers at the The Ballpark in Arlington, striking out Royce Clayton. Events 96 - Nerva is proclaimed Roman Emperor after Domitian is assassinated James "Jimmy" Samuel Morris (born January 19, 1964 in Brownwood Texas) is a former American The Tampa Bay Rays are a Major League Baseball franchise based in St The Texas Rangers are an American professional baseball team based in Arlington Texas, United States, representing the Dallas-Ft Rangers Ballpark in Arlington is a ballpark in Arlington Texas, located between Dallas and Fort Worth Texas. Royce Spencer Clayton (born January 2, 1970 in Burbank California) is a former Major League Baseball Shortstop. Just months earlier, Morris had been a high school science teacher and baseball coach. His autobiography will be the basis for the 2002 film The Rookie starring Dennis Quaid as Morris. Dennis William Quaid (born April 9, 1954) is an American Actor.
- September 21 - The Red Sox defeat the Blue Jays, 3-0, as Pedro Martínez fans 12 for his 22nd win. Events 1217 - The Estonian tribal leader Lembitu of Lehola was killed in a battle against Teutonic Knights. Pedro Jaime Martínez (born October 25 1971 in Manoguayabo, Dominican Republic) is a Major League Baseball Starting pitcher for the He joins Randy Johnson as the only pitchers to strike out at least 300 in both leagues, and breaks Roger Clemens' club mark of 291 strikeouts. For other people named Randy Johnson see Randy Johnson (disambiguation Randall David Johnson (born September 10, 1963 in William Roger Clemens (born August 4, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio) is an American Right-handed Pitcher in Major
- September 26 - The Cardinals lose to the Reds 7-5, despite Mark McGwire's 60th home run of the season. Events 46 BC - Julius Caesar dedicates a Mark David McGwire (born October 1 1963 in Pomona California) is a former professional baseball player who played the majority of his Major League career with the McGwire joins Sammy Sosa as the only players in history to reach the 60 homer mark twice. He will end the season with 147 runs batted in on 145 hits, the only player in major league history (with 100 hits in a season) to have more RBI than hits. Jay Buhner, in 1995, came closest with 121 RBI and 123 hits. Jay Campbell Buhner (born August 13, 1964, in Louisville Kentucky) nicknamed "Bone" was a powerful Right-handed hitter in Major
- September 27 - The Tigers defeat the Royals 8-2 in the final game ever played at Tiger Stadium. Events 489 - Odoacer attacks Theodoric at the Battle of Verona and is defeated again Tiger Stadium (formerly Navin Field then Briggs Stadium is a Stadium located in the Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, Michigan.
- September 30 - The Los Angeles Dodgers defeat the San Francisco Giants 9-4, in the final game ever played at Candlestick Park. Events 1399 - Henry IV is proclaimed King of England. 1744 - France and Spain defeat the The Los Angeles Dodgers are a Major League Baseball team based in Los Angeles California, USA The San Francisco Giants are a Major League Baseball team based in, that currently play in the National League West Division. Candlestick Park (also commonly referred to as Candlestick or The Stick) is an outdoor sports and entertainment stadium located in San Francisco California
October-December
- October 2 - In a 3–2 Yankees victory over Tampa Bay, Bernie Williams draws his 100th walk of the season. Events 1187 - Siege of Jerusalem: Saladin captures Jerusalem after 88 years of Crusader rule Bernabé Figueroa Williams (born September 13 1968 is a Puerto Rican former Major League Baseball Outfielder and a Guitar -playing He is the second player (after John Olerud in 1993) since Stan Musial (1949 and 1953) to reach 200 hits, 100 runs, 100 RBI and 100 walks in a season. John Garrett Olerud (ˈoʊlɚˌud born August 5, 1968; nicknamed Big Rude, and Johnny O') is a former American First baseman in Stanley Frank Musial (born November 21, 1920) originally Stanisław Franciszek Musiał, (ˈmjuːziəl nicknamed "Stan the Man" and Williams finishes with 202, 116, 115 and 100, respectively.
- October 3 - The Cardinals defeat the Cubs, 9-5, as both Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa homer in their last game of the season. Events 42 BC - First Battle of Philippi: Triumvirs Mark Antony and Octavian fight an indecisive battle with Caesar's Mark David McGwire (born October 1 1963 in Pomona California) is a former professional baseball player who played the majority of his Major League career with the Samuel Peralta Sosa (born November 12, 1968 in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic) is a Right fielder who is currently McGwire takes Steve Trachsel deep in the first inning and finishes with 65 home runs, with Sosa next in line with 63, homering in the third. Stephen Christopher Trachsel (born October 31, 1970 in Oxnard California) is a Major League Baseball Pitcher who is currently McGwire's home run is his 522nd, moving him past Ted Williams and Willie McCovey for 10th place on the all-time list. Theodore Samuel "Ted" Williams ( August 30, 1918 – July 5, 2002) also nicknamed The Kid, the Splendid Splinter Willie Lee McCovey (born January 10 1938 in) nicknamed "Big Mac" and "Stretch", is a former Major League Baseball He finishes with 147 RBI on 145 hits, the first major league player ever to have more RBI than hits. Jay Buhner, in 1995, came closest with 121 RBI on 123 hits. Jay Campbell Buhner (born August 13, 1964, in Louisville Kentucky) nicknamed "Bone" was a powerful Right-handed hitter in Major Champions Major League Baseball World Series: Atlanta Braves over Cleveland Indians (4-2 Tom Glavine, MVP
- October 10 - The Houston Astros play their last game at the historic Houston Astrodome as they prepare to move into Enron Field, located in downtown Houston, for the 2000 season. Events 680 - Battle of Karbala: Shia Imam Husayn bin Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, is decapitated The Houston Astros are a Professional baseball team based in Houston Texas. For the aeronautical use see Astrodome (aviation Reliant Astrodome, also known as the Houston Astrodome or simply the Astrodome Minute Maid Park (formerly The Ballpark at Union Station, Enron Field, and Astros Field) is a ballpark in Houston, Texas Champions Major League Baseball Regular Season Champions Other champions Caribbean World Series:
- October 27 - The New York Yankees defeat the Atlanta Braves, 4-1, to win their 25th World Series. Events 312 - Constantine the Great is said to have received his famous Vision of the Cross. The New York Yankees are a professional baseball team based in the borough of The Bronx, in New York City, New York. Roger Clemens gets the win, hurling 4-hit ball before leaving the game in the 8th inning. William Roger Clemens (born August 4, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio) is an American Right-handed Pitcher in Major Mariano Rivera gets the save, his second of the Series. Mariano Rivera (born November 29, 1969 in Panama City, Panama) is a Professional baseball player Jim Leyritz hits a solo home run in the 8th inning to finish the NY scoring. James Joseph Leyritz (born December 27 1963 in Lakewood Ohio) is a former Catcher and Infielder in Major League Baseball Rivera wins the Series MVP award.
- November 1 - The Cubs hire Atlanta Braves coach Don Baylor as their new manager. Events 996 - Emperor Otto III issues a deed to Gottschalk Bishop of Freising which is the oldest known document using the name Ostarrîchi Donald Edward Baylor (born June 28, 1949) is a Major League Baseball coach and a former player and manager.
- November 1 - The Indians hire hitting coach Charlie Manuel as their new manager. Events 996 - Emperor Otto III issues a deed to Gottschalk Bishop of Freising which is the oldest known document using the name Ostarrîchi Charles Fuqua Manuel (born January 4, 1944, in Northfolk, West Virginia) is the current Manager of the Philadelphia Phillies
- November 17 - The Angels hire Mike Scioscia as their new manager. Events 284 - Diocletian is proclaimed emperor by his soldiers Michael Lorri "Mike" Scioscia (ˈsoʊ̪ʃə born November 27 1958 in Morton Pennsylvania) is a former Catcher and current Major League Baseball
- December 5 - Major League Baseball and ESPN agree to settle their lawsuit by signing a new 6-year, $800 million deal. Events 63 BC - Cicero reads the last of his Catiline Orations. ESPN, originally an acronym for Entertainment and Sports Programming Network, is an American Cable television network dedicated to The suit involved ESPN's decision to give National Football League games priority over late-season Sunday night baseball games on its main channel. The National Football League ( NFL) is the largest professional American football league.
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- January 11 - Jim Dyck, 76, left fielder/third baseman for the St. For Love of the Game is an American Film drama based on the novel of the same title by Michael Shaara. Events 1055 - Theodora is crowned Empress of the Byzantine Empire. James Robert Dyck ( February 3, 1922 - January 11, 1999) was a Left fielder / Third baseman in Major League Baseball Louis Browns, Cleveland Indians, Baltimore Orioles and Cincinnati Reds betwenn 1951 and 1956
- January 31 - Norm Zauchin, 69, first baseman for the Red Sox and Senators who had 93 RBI as a 1955 rookie
- February 12 - Jimmy Dudley, 89, broadcaster for the Indians from 1948 to 1967
- February 21 - Vinegar Bend Mizell, 68, All-Star pitcher who won 90 games for the Cardinals and Pirates; later a Congressman
- March 8 - Joe DiMaggio, 84, Hall of Fame center fielder for the New York Yankees who batted . Events 1504 - France cedes Naples to Aragon. 1606 - Gunpowder Plot: Guy Fawkes Norbert Henry Zauchin ( November 17, 1929 - January 31, 1999) was a First baseman in Major League Baseball who played for Events 1429 - English Forces under Sir John Fastolf defend a supply convoy carrying rations to the army besieging Orleans from attack by the James R "Jimmy" Dudley ( September 27 1909 &ndash February 12 1999) was an American Sportscaster, best known Events 362 - Athanasius returns to Alexandria. 1245 - Thomas, the first known Bishop of Finland Wilmer David "Vinegar Bend" Mizell (August 13 1930 - February 21 1999 was an American left-handed Pitcher in Major league baseball who Events 1618 - Johannes Kepler discovers the third law of planetary motion. Joseph Paul DiMaggio, born Giuseppe Paolo DiMaggio Jr ( November 25, 1914 &ndash March 8, 1999) nicknamed Joltin' Joe 325 lifetime, won three MVP awards (1939, 1941, 1947) and had record 56-game hitting streak in 1941; 13-time All-Star, on nine World Series champions, had seven years of 30 home runs and nine with 100 RBI, led AL in batting, slugging, home runs and RBI twice each, runs and triples once each; 361 HRs were 5th-most upon retirement, . 579 slugging average ranked 6th all-time
- March 8 - William Wrigley, 66, owner of the Cubs from 1977 to 1981 who sold the team to the Tribune Company, ending 60 years of family operation
- March 24 - Birdie Tebbetts, 86, All-Star catcher for the Tigers and Red Sox noted for his outspokenness; managed three teams and was AP Manager of the Year with 1956 Reds; scout for 28 years
- March 25 - Cal Ripken, Sr., 63, longtime coach and manager in the Orioles' system, and father of star shortstop/third baseman Cal Jr.
- April 4 - Early Wynn, 79, Hall of Fame pitcher for Senators, Indians and White Sox who won 300 games, top mark for AL in his generation; 1959 Cy Young season was among five 20-win campaigns; led AL in innings three times, strikeouts twice and ERA once
- April 26 - Faye Throneberry, 67, outfielder for the Red Sox and Senators who was 5th in the AL in steals as a rookie
May-August
- May 3 - Joe Adcock, 71, All-Star first baseman, mainly for the Milwaukee Braves, who twice hit 35 home runs; had four home runs and a double in a 1954 game, and ruined Harvey Haddix' epic 1959 no-hit bid with a 13th-inning homer
- June 6 - Eddie Stanky, 82, All-Star second baseman for five NL teams who led league in walks three times and runs once; managed Cardinals and White Sox
- June 26 - Tim Layana, 35, former Cincinnati Reds and San Francisco Giants pitcher and member of 1990 World Series Champion Reds team
- August 8 - Harry Walker, 80, "Harry the Hat", All-Star center fielder for the Cardinals and Phillies who won the 1947 batting title; manager for 20 years, mostly in the minor leagues, also a coach and scout
- August 14 - Pee Wee Reese, 81, Hall of Fame shortstop, leadoff hitter and captain of the Dodgers who led NL in runs, walks and steals once each and in putouts four times; retired with career record for double plays (1246) and 5th-most games at shortstop (2014) despite missing three years in World War II; played on seven pennant winners, three times hitting over . Events 1618 - Johannes Kepler discovers the third law of planetary motion. William Wrigley Jr ( September 30, 1861 &ndash January 26, 1932) was a U Events 1401 - Mongol emperor Timur sacks Damascus. 1603 - James VI of Scotland George Robert "Birdie" Tebbetts ( November 10, 1912 – March 24, 1999) was an American Catcher, manager Events 1199 - Richard I is wounded by a crossbow bolt while fighting France which leads to his death on April 6. For his son of the same name see Cal Ripken Jr Calvin Edwin Ripken Sr Events 1581 - Francis Drake completes a circumnavigation of the world and is knighted by Elizabeth I. Early Wynn Jr, familiarly known as "Gus" Wynn, ( January 6, 1920 &ndash April 4, 1999) was a right-handed Baseball Events 1467 - The miraculous image in Our Lady of Good Counsel appear in Genazzano, Italy. Maynard Faye Throneberry ( June 22, 1931 in Fisherville, Tennessee – April 26, 1999 in Memphis Tennessee) Events 1491 - Kongo monarch Nkuwu Nzinga is baptised by Portuguese missionaries adopting the baptismal name of João Joseph Wilbur "Billy Joe" Adcock ( October 30 1927 - May 3 1999) was an American First baseman and right-handed Harvey Haddix Jr ( September 18, 1925 - January 8, 1994) was a Major League Baseball left-handed Pitcher who played with Events 1508 - Maximilian I Holy Roman Emperor, is defeated in Friulia by Venetian forces; he is forced to sign a three-year Edward Raymond Stanky ( September 3, 1916 - June 16, 1999) nicknamed "The Brat" was an American Second baseman Events 363 - Roman Emperor Julian is killed during the retreat from the Sassanid Empire. Timothy Joseph Layana (born March 2, 1964, in Inglewood California &ndash died June 26, 1999, in Bakersfield California The Cincinnati Reds are a Major League Baseball team based in Cincinnati Ohio, USA The San Francisco Giants are a Major League Baseball team based in, that currently play in the National League West Division. The 1990 World Series matched the defending champions and heavily-favored Oakland Athletics against the Cincinnati Reds, with the Reds sweeping the Series in four Events 1220 - Sweden is defeated by Estonian tribes in the Battle of Lihula. Harry William Walker, known to baseball fans of the middle 20th century as "Harry the Hat" ( October 22, 1916 – August 8, 1999) was Events 1183 - Taira no Munemori and the Taira clan take the young Emperor Antoku and the three sacred treasures Harold Henry "Pee Wee" Reese ( July 23 1918 - August 14 1999) was an American professional Baseball player who 300 in World Series
- August 17 - Randy Heflin, 80, pitched for the Boston Red Sox in the early 1940s
- August 19 - Dee Fondy, 84, first baseman for the Pirates, Reds and Cubs from 1951 to 1958, who was the last major league player to bat at Ebbets Field
- August 28 - Dave Pope, 78, outfielder in the Negro Leagues, later with the Indians and Orioles
September-December
- September 9 - Jim "Catfish" Hunter, 53, Hall of Fame pitcher who had five straight 20-win seasons for the A's and Yankees and won 1974 Cy Young; among the first free agents, he had over 200 wins at age 30; pitched perfect game in 1968, was 4-0 with 2. Events 986 - A Byzantine army was destroyed in the pass of Trajan's Gate by the Bulgarians under the Comitopuli Randolph Rutherford Heflin ( September 11, 1918 - August 17, 1999) was a Pitcher in Major League Baseball who played from Events 43 BC - Octavian, later known as Augustus compels the Roman Senate to elect him Consul. Dee Virgil Fondy ( October 31, 1924 in Slaton Texas - August 19, 1999 in Redlands California) is a former professional Ebbets Field was a Major League Baseball park located in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn, New York, USA. Events 475 - The Roman General Orestes forces western Roman Emperor Julius Nepos to flee his Capital Events 1000 - Battle of Svolder, Viking Age. 1379 - Treaty of Neuberg, splitting the Austrian James Augustus "Catfish" Hunter ( April 8, 1946 – September 9, 1999) was a Major League Baseball right-handed Starting 19 ERA in three World Series with Oakland
- October 20 - Calvin Griffith, 87, owner of the Twins franchise from 1955 to 1984 who moved the team from Washington, D. Events 1740 - Maria Theresa takes the throne of Austria. France, Prussia, Bavaria and Saxony Calvin Robertson Griffith ( December 1 1911 - October 20 1999) born Calvin Robertson in Montreal, Canada, was C. in 1961
- October 19 - Ray Katt, 72, catcher for the Giants and Cardinals, later a coach at Texas Lutheran for 22 years
- October 20 - Earl Turner, 76, catcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates between 1948 and 1950
- October 30 - Max Patkin, 79, "Clown Prince of Baseball" who entertained fans for over 50 years
- November 29 - Tom Herrin, 70, pitched for the 1954 Boston Red Sox
- December 9 - Whitey Kurowski, 81, a five-time All-Star third baseman who played for the Cardinals from 1941-49
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