Stories that center around players not in the Hall of Fame.
Fernando Valenzuela was an All-star every year in his first six seasons and arguably the best pitcher in the majors. Why did he have a losing record the rest of this career and never ever again an All-Star?
What Happened to Fernando Valenzuela? Read Post »
Fernando Valenzuela was already a good pitching prospect, but when he learned the screwball, that propelled him to legendary stardom.
Valenzuela Becomes a Star Read Post »
Gabby Glenn had a fascinating, funny, and memorable career while starting just 188 games in his eight seasons in the majors.
Masanori Murikama became the first Japanese player to play in the American Major Leagues in 1964.
The First Japanese Major Leaguer Read Post »
After being dealt to the Dodgers at age 31, Manny Mota became the “Ty Cobb of Pinch-Hitters.”
Manny Mota as a Dodger Read Post »
Before finding fame as a pinch-hitter with the Dodgers, Manny Mota had the highest batting average of any hitter in that era to not be given enough playing time to be a qualifier for the batting title.
Manny Mota, Before the Dodgers Read Post »
Carl Mays was suspected of throwing games in the 1921 World Series. The rumors never went away even though he was cleared by the Commissioner’s investigators. Modern analysis suggests he truly was innocent.
Carl Mays and the 1921 World Series Read Post »
We naturally tend to remember the stars who were seriously injured by beanballs. Chick Fewster represents the forgotten players who never got the chance to become a star because of a damaging beanball early in their career.
Remembering Chick Fewster Read Post »
This the story of the Chapman beaning, his death, and the emotional aftermath that followed. This is #3 in a 3-part series.
The Chapman Tragedy (#3 of 3) Read Post »
The story of Ray Chapman’s career prior to the game he was fatally injured by a pitch to the head. This is #2 in a 3-part series.
Ray Chapman, the Player (#2 of 3) Read Post »
