1942 - The Boston Braves acquire Ernie Lombardi from the Cincinnati Reds for cash. Lombardi will win the batting title in the upcoming season with a .330 average.
1995 - Cecil Upshaw passes away at the age of 52 due to a heart attack. Upshaw saved 27 games in 1969 for the Atlanta Braves who won the NL West crown.
1999 - Dennis Martinez announces his retirement bringing an end to a 23-year career. Martinez spent the 1998 season with the Braves appearing in 53 games while posting a 4.45 ERA in 91.