OTD August 15
In 1988, Griffin would be the Chicago Cubs 1st round selection (9th overall) in the MLB Amateur Draft.
In 1988, Griffin would be the Chicago Cubs 1st round selection (9th overall) in the MLB Amateur Draft.
His rookie year in the Majors with the Giants in 1945, Lockman hit .341 in 32 games and earned the nickname “Whitey” due to his blond hair.
Grimm managed for 24 seasons (1932-1960) in the Majors and Minors winning 1,884 games and leading the Cubs to 3 NL Pennants during his managerial career.