Detroit Tigers great Bill Freehan is celebrating his 71st birthday today. Bill was an 11 time All-Star, won 5 Gold Gloves and was a member of the 1968 World Series Champions.
1968 Topps #375
Celebrating his 73rd birthday today, is 3 time All-Star Dick McAuliffe. McAuliffe was also a member of the 1968 Tigers and though he hit only .222 in the Series he did drive in three and scored five times.
1968 Topps #285
2004 UD Timeless Teams #28
Here's Dick facing Bob Gibson. He was the first batter of the series and struck out. He did single in the 6th in a 4-0 loss.
Minoso's "playing in 5 decades" was a sham.
ReplyDeleteI know. Blame Bill Veeck.
DeleteDon't dis the Mis! Or Veeck. Love the guy or hate him, Bill knew that the game was entertainment and did nothing but try and keep the fans happy for 9 innings.
ReplyDeleteThose are some mighty fine cards pictured today.
Don't get me wrong. Minoso "playing in five decades" isn't the same as Jamie Moyer but I love Bill Veeck. The guy's a legend in my book. The fact that most of the owners in baseball hated him is high enough recommendation for me. I wonder what would have happened if he had stayed with the Cubs organization back in the day. BTW if anyone wants a great baseball read for a cold winter's night try the newest Veeck biography, http://www.amazon.com/Bill-Veeck-Baseballs-Greatest-Maverick/dp/0802717780
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