Braves Franchise History

1950 – Sam Jethroe of the Boston Braves is named as Rookie of the Year for the National League. Jethroe, at 31 years of age, is the oldest rookie to win the award.

MLB History

1925 – The Brooklyn Robins claim Rabbit Maranville off of waivers from the Chicago Cubs.

1937 – Joe Medwick is named MVP of the National League after winning the triple crown.

1953 – The United States Supreme Court reaffirms its earlier position that baseball is a sport and not a business and is not subject to antitrust laws.

1960 – Roger Maris edges out teammate Mickey Mantle for the MVP award in the American League.

1976 – The Athletics release Billy Williams, ending his 18-year career in the majors. Williams retires with 426 home runs, 1,475 RBI and 2,711 career hits.

1982 – Robin

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