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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — November 9
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Happy birthday to Tony Barnette*, and a mighty host of others.
Today in baseball history, in 1976 – The Oakland Athletics give future Hall of Famer Billy Williams his unconditional release, ending his 18-year major league career. Williams, who spent all but two seasons with the Chicago Cubs, retires with 426 home runs, 1,475 RBI, 2,711 hits, and a .290 batting average, and other stories as well.
Today in baseball history:
1912 – Frank Chance is sold by the Chicago Cubs to the Cincinnati Reds. When all National League clubs waive claims to him in December, the Reds free Chance to manage the Yankees.