June 28, 1940 Johnny Vander Meer, plagued with control problems, is optioned by the Reds to Indianapolis. Vandy was ineffective in the Reds' pennant drive last year and was knocked out in his only two starts this year.

Today's Daily Highlights

In 1957, Cincinnati fans stuffed the All-Star ballot box so hard that Commissioner Ford Frick had to personally bench three Reds and install Stan Musial, Willie Mays, and Hank Aaron in their place. Also: Tony Gwynn announces his retirement in 2001, Hall of Famer Mickey Cochrane's passing, 12 classic broadcasts, and today's Vintage Commercial: Chiquita Bananas.

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Tony Gwynn announced his retirement on this day in 2001 — and has 46 broadcasts in our library.