Yankees celebrate Burleigh Grimes on his 133rd birthday

Today marks the 133rd birthday of Burleigh Grimes, the last notable spitball pitcher, who had a brief tenure with the New York Yankees in 1934. Born in Emerald, Wisconsin, Grimes faced significant hardships in his youth but became known for his mastery of the spitball, which was banned in 1920 but allowed for a select group of pitchers until retirement. His notable career spanned various teams, with significant contributions while with the Brooklyn Robins. Grimes also served in the Navy during World War I and was recognized for his competitive nature on the mound.

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