Just over 100 years after he walked to the plate to become the first batter to face Babe Ruth in a big league game, St. Thomas, Ont., native Jack Graney was honoured with a plaque on his hometown’s Wall of Fame. The former Cleveland Indians outfielder and broadcaster, who singled up the middle against the... Continue Reading →
Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer Jack Graney to be honoured on St. Thomas Wall of Fame
Jack Graney, the only major league player ever born in St. Thomas, Ont., will be added to the city's Wall of Fame in a ceremony at the Timken Centre on Monday, July 14 at 2 p.m. E.T. Graney, who passed away in 1978, will be honoured posthumously for his 14-year big league playing career... Continue Reading →