Showing posts with label Gil Hodges. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gil Hodges. Show all posts

Monday, March 10, 2014

Walter Alston


On this date in 1983, Walter Alston is elected to the Hall of Fame.

"I am happy for him (Gil Hodges). That's if you think becoming a big league manager is a good thing to happen to you."

Friday, October 11, 2013

Gil Hodges


On this date in 1967, Gil Hodges is named the manager of the Mets.

"I'm happy for him. That is if you think becoming a major league manager is a good thing to happen to you." - Walt Alston

Saturday, December 1, 2012

Walt Alston


Born on today's date, Walt Alston.

"I'm happy for him (Gil Hodges). That's if you think becoming a big league manager is a good thing to happen to you."

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Gil Hodges


On this date in 1967, Gil Hodges is named the manager of the Mets.

"I'm happy for him. That is if you think becoming a big league manager is a good thing to happen to you." - Walt Alston

Saturday, October 1, 2011

Walter Alston


On this date in 1984, Walter Alston passed away at age 72.

"I'm happy for him (Gil Hodges). That's if you think becoming a big league manager is a good thing to happen to you."

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Gil Hodges


On this date in 1958, in a 10-1 win over the Braves, Gil Hodges hits his 14th career grand slam establishing a new National League record.

"He is the kind of boy who makes his scout's job safe for 20 years."