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Feb 26, 2026
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February 26, 1935, the New York Yankees release longtime star outfielder Babe Ruth, freeing him to sign a $20,000 contract with the National League’s Boston Braves. Ruth’s new contract with the Braves also gives him a share of the team’s profits.
Feb 25, 2026
11 min read
February 25, 1972, the St. Louis Cardinals traded future Hall of Famer Steve Carlton to the Philadelphia Phillies for pitcher Rick Wise. The trade will prove to be one of the best in the history of the Philadelphia franchise, as Carlton will win an incredible 27 games for the last-place Phillies in 1972.
Feb 24, 2026
9 min read
For one season, Smoky Joe Wood was the best pitcher in baseball, and the most feared. The right-hander whipped his lighting-quick knee-high fastball past opposing batters, winning 34 games in 1912 for the Red Sox. He won Games One and Four of the World Series, and came back to earn the victory in the final contest in relief. An arm injury ended his stellar career as a pitcher, and after a brief retirement, Wood returned to the majors with Cleveland as a hard-hitting outfielder, before entering the collegiate ranks as a successful head baseball coach for Yale.
Feb 23, 2026
The New York Yankees’ first black player, Elston Howard once moved to catcher won a MVP in 1963 and had one of the highest fielding percentages at catcher in history 993.
Feb 22, 2026
8 min read
February 22, 1936: In celebration of George Washington’s 204th birthday, Walter Johnson hurls a silver dollar across the Rappahannock River, estimated to be a 386-foot toss.
Feb 21, 2026
February 21, 1986, Rollie Fingers passes up an opportunity to return to the majors. Fingers is invited to spring training by the Cincinnati Reds, who ask him to shave off his handlebar mustache to comply with team rules. Fingers refuse to do so and decides to retire.
Feb 20, 2026
Charlie Finley, after failing for three years to close a deal to sell the club to Colorado-based oil titan Marvin Davis, turned to fifty-one-year-old Billy Martin to manage his team.
Feb 19, 2026
February 19 1957 — The Kansas City Athletics ship pitchers Art Ditmar, Bobby Shantz, and Jack McMahan, and infielders Clete Boyer, Curt Roberts and Wayne Belardi to the Yankees. In return they receive pitchers Mickey McDermott, Tom Morgan, Rip Coleman and Jack Urban, OF Irv Noren, plus infielders Billy Hunter and Milt Graff.
Feb 18, 2026
Few broadcasters have left a mark on baseball quite like Harry Caray. Known for his infectious energy, signature catchphrases, and larger-than-life personality, Caray spent over 50 years behind the mic, becoming one of the most beloved figures in the sport.
Feb 17, 2026
February 17, 1970, this clip features coverage of Denny McLain, pitcher of the Detroit Tigers. This story covers the news of an impending article in Sports Illustrated regarding alleged activities of McLain consorting with gamblers.
Feb 16, 2026
February 16 2012 – Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter dies of brain cancer in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
Feb 15, 2026
Lawrence Ritter passed away February 15, 2005
