Talking Chop · Jan 29, 2023
This Day in MLB History: January 29
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1901 - The Rules Committee comprised of Connie Mack, John McGraw and Charles Comiskey reject a proposal that would have banned the bunt and recommends no changes to the game at this time.
1930 - The Boston Red Sox sell former home run champ Ken Williams to the New York Yankees. However after acquiring him, New York will release Williams before the start of the season ending his major league career.
1948 - Commissioner Happy Chandler fines the Yankees, Cubs and Phillies $500 each for signing high school players.