Birthdays: 12/12

[chicoruiz]

Reds:

Redleg Snyder -Played for the Reds in 1876. I never heard of the guy, but with a name like that, he's going on the list.

Others:

Ervin Santana (29) -His 2011 no-hitter against Cleveland was his first victory against that team in 11 tries.

Orlando Hudson (34) -First Dodger to hit for the cycle at Dodger Stadium. Even more impressive: three of the hits were against Randy Johnson.

Gorman Thomas (61) -Listed as the first member of the Seattle Pilots. Led the AL in homers in the period from 1978-83.

Ralph Garr- (66) In 1973 he set a dubious record of the lowest OBP for a player with 200 hits: .323.

Allan Lewis (70) -The Panamanian Express. He was Herb Washington before Herb; a product of Charlie Finley's bright idea to carry a pinch running specialist. In 156 big-league games he only batted 31 times

Other fun names today: Phenomenal Smith and Clyde Kluttz

[Bob Borkowski]

Other fun names today: Phenomenal Smith and Clyde Kluttz

Yeah, I remember Clyde Kluttz from the late 40s and early 50s and he had quite a lengthy career. Didn't recall that he had a double 't' in his last name though. I should know to trust your postings however...you have definitely proven yourself with these daily birthday entries. Keep 'em coming.

[Bob Borkowski]

Reds:

Redleg Snyder -Played for the Reds in 1876. I never heard of the guy, but with a name like that, he's going on the list.

Adding Raul Sanchez - Had a short career for the Reds back in 1957 and 1960. Not a memorable career at all...except that he had 'CINCINNATI' across the front of his uniform. That makes all the difference.

[HeatherC1212]

Bummed I didn't see this post until just now because Wednesday was my birthday too!

[Bob Borkowski]

Bummed I didn't see this post until just now because Wednesday was my birthday too!

Hey, Happy Belated Birthday, Heather!

Hope it was an especially good one for you!