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This Day in Baseball History

January 16

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Explore the historic events, record-breaking moments, and legendary players that share this date in baseball history.

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Events This Day

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Record Events

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World Series Moments

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On This Day: January 16

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Dizzy Dean Dies

Hall of Fame pitcher Dizzy Dean passes away at age 63.

Dizzy Dean

Iconic Moments in Baseball History

April 15, 1947

Jackie Robinson Breaks Color Barrier

Jackie Robinson debuts for the Brooklyn Dodgers, changing baseball forever.

October 8, 1956

Don Larsen Perfect Game

The only perfect game in World Series history.

September 6, 1995

Cal Ripken 2,131

Cal Ripken Jr. breaks Lou Gehrig's consecutive games record.

MLB Records

Explore all-time career and single-season records.

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World Series History

Every Fall Classic champion since 1903.

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Baseball Glossary

Learn what all the stats and terms mean.

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