It did not seem like the most astute trade when it unfolded on Nov. 17, 1954. After all, Don Larsen had just posted a wretched 3-21 record pitching for the Orioles. How could the righty improve a rotation that already featured future Hall of Famer Whitey Ford and All-Star Ed Lopat? Larsen would prove his worth in his first season in pinstripes, going 9-2, and... Read on
