Ed's career batting average of .346 is 5th all-time.
"When you pitch to (Ed) Delahanty, you just want to shut your eyes, say a prayer and chuck the ball. The Lord only knows what'll happen after that." - Crazy Schmit in Autumn Glory (Louis P. Masur, 2003)

Another member of the Hall of Fame, Bill Terry of the New York Giants, was born in Atlanta, Georgia on this date in 1898.
Bill was the last NL player to hit over .400 in a season, .401 in 1930. Terry finished his 14 year career with 2193 hits and a.341 batting average. He was on three pennant winners and won one World Series.
Pitcher Jim Perry is celebrating his 77th birthday today

While not a HOFer like his younger brother Gaylord, Jim had a great career. He won a Cy Young and was a three time All-Star. His lifetime record was 215-174. Their combined 529 wins is just 10 behind the record held by Phil and Joe Niekro.
English impressionist artist Alfred Sisley was born on this date in 1839.
English impressionist artist Alfred Sisley was born on this date in 1839.
Portrait of Alfred Sisley by Renoir

This painting, Regatta at Molesey so impressed fellow artist Gustave Caillebotte that he purchased it for his personal collection. Caillebotte is famous for his "Rainy Day Paris" (below)


Today is also Henry Winkler's birthday. "The Fonz" turns 68 today. "Aaay"

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