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This Day in Braves History: Joe Adcock traded to Cleveland

1962 - The Milwaukee Braves trade Joe Adcock and Jack Curtis to Cleveland for pitcher Frank Funk and outfielders Don Dillard and Ty Cline.

MLB History

1941 - Joe DiMaggio wins the MVP Award in the American League over Ted Williams. DiMaggio set a league record with his 56-game hitting streak while Williams finished the season with a .406 average.

1947 - DiMaggio again edges out Williams for the AL MVP Award by just one point after one BBWAA member fails to include Williams on his ballot.

1956 - Don Newcombe becomes the first Cy Young Award winner.