Eddie Stanky

On this date in 1999, Eddie Stanky passed away at age 82.

"The men will play up to the fullest of their capabilities. I do not plan to let anyone take advantage of me. I am not a martinet and I am not a sucker." - on his philosophy as a manager

Roy McMillan

On this date in 1997, Roy McMillan passed away at age 68.

"Hitting a ball towards Roy is like hitting it down a sewer." - Eddie Stanky

Eddie Stanky

On this date in 1999, Eddie Stanky passed away at age 83.

"Look at Mel Ott over there. He's a nice guy, and he finishes second. Now look at Brat (Stanky). He can't hit, he can't run, can't field. He's no nice guy, but all the little (expletive) can do is win." - Leo Durocher

Joe Sparma

Born on today's date, Joe Sparma.

"Sparma is one of those pitchers with the reputation 'Stay close to him and you'll beat him'. He tends to weaken when games get tough. Detroit can have all the super pitching coaches in the world like Johnny Sain to help with the staff, but I don't know how much Sain can help a guy like Joe Sparma." - White Sox manager, Eddie Stanky

Joe Sparma

Born on today's date, Joe Sparma.

"Sparma is one of those pitchers with the reputation 'stay close to him and you'll beat him'. He tends to weaken when games get tough. Detroit can have all the super pitching coaches in the world like Johnny Sain to help the staff, but I don't know how much Sain can help a guy like Joe Sparma." - Eddie Stanky

Eddie Stanky

On this date in 1999, Eddie Stanky passes away at age 83.

"Look at Mel Ott over there. He's a nice guy, and he finishes second. Now look at the Brat (Stanky). He can't hit, he can't run, can't field. He's no nice guy, but all the little (expletive) can do is win." - Leo Durocher

Eddie Stanky

On this date in 1950, the Giants Eddie Stanky is ejected from a game for attempting to distract Phillies batter, Andy Seminick. Stanky apparently moved behind second base and went into a windup the same time as the pitcher.

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"You are home early! So how was your day today honey?"