OTD April 1
For his career, LaValliere threw out 36.8% of potential base stealers and posted a .992 Fielding Percentage in 12 seasons.
St. Louis Cardinals
OTD August 17
Steve Carlton’s consecutive win streak ended at 15 in 1972 when his next start resulted in an 11-inning complete game 2-1 loss on August 21, 1972.
Happy Birthday (August 14) to Earl Weaver
Weaver spent 17 seasons managing the Orioles from 1968-1986, earning 4 American League Pennants and 1 World Series ring in 1970.
OTD July 28
Slaughter would be selected to 10 consecutive All-Star Games from 1941-1953.