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This Day in Yankees History: Spring training shuts down due to pandemic

Welcome to This Day in Yankees History. Now that spring training is officially open, it’s time to get amped for the upcoming season. These daily posts will highlight two or three key moments in Yankees history on a given date, as well as recognize players born on the day. Hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane with us!

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This Day in Yankees History (March 12th):

118 Years Ago

As part of the ongoing American League-National League peace talks, the AL’s Baltimore Orioles franchise were given approval to relocate to New York by a vote of 15-1.