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This Day in Yankees History: The Dynasty Begins

With the start of the 2020 season delayed for the foreseeable future, the Pinstripe Alley team decided to revive the program in a slightly different format. 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 (April 2)

102 Years Ago

The Yankees purchase the contract of George Burns from the Detroit Tigers and trade him to the Philadelphia Athletics for Babe Ruth’s future roommate, outfielder Ping Bodie.