Showing posts with label Frankie Frisch. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Frankie Frisch. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Frankie Frisch


On this date in 1947, Frankie Frisch is elected to the Hall of Fame.

"His range was such that he played second base, some of center field and a slice of right field too." - sportswriter Damon Runyon

Sunday, October 20, 2013

Frankie Frisch

On this date in 1931. Frankie Frisch of the Cardinals is named the NL MVL after leading the league with 28 stolen bases and hitting .313.

"There's nothing tough about playing third. All a guy needs is a strong arm and strong chest." 

Monday, January 21, 2013

Frankie Frisch


On this date in 1947, Frankie Frisch is elected to the Hall of Fame,

"His range was such that he played second base, some of center field and a slice of right field too." - sportswriter, Damon Runyon

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Frankie Frisch


On this date in 1931, Frankie Frisch of the Cardinals is named the NL MVP leading the league in stolen bases with 28 and hitting .313.*

"There's nothing tough about playing third. All a guy needs is a strong arm and a strong chest."

*No truth to the rumor that Babe Ruth of the AL busted a gut laughing at the news.

Friday, September 9, 2011

Frankie Frisch


Born on today's date, Frankie Frisch.

"His range was such that he played second base, some of center field and a slice of right field too." - Sportswriter Damon Runyon

Saturday, March 12, 2011

Frankie Frisch


On this date in 1973, Frankie Frisch passed away at the age of 75.

"There's nothing tough about playing third. All a guy needs is a strong arm and a strong chest."