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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Thanks so much, Donna!!!!! Was so happy you were there.

Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

The first great centerfielder for the Yankees, Earle Combs’ inside-out swing served him well in the leadoff spot with four pennant winning clubs (he would win another SEVEN as a Yankee coach). Here’s my painting of him smiling for the photographer (Charles Conlon) and me in 1926!

(We see Earle smiling at the viewer wearing his home white Yankee jersey with blue pinstripes, as well as a deep navy blue hat with a white interlocking “NY”. The Yankee Stadium stands are behind him.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

On this day in 1925, Lou Gehrig began his consecutive games-played streak when he came off the bench to pinch-hit (the only time in his career he’d do so) for rookie infielder Pee-Wee Wanninger. Here’s my painting depicting him that same year, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

(We see a half-body portrait of Lou smiling in the sun. He wears the home whites of the Yankees with blue pinstripes. His cap is a deep navy blue with a white interlocking “NY” on it. Behind him is the green facing of the dugout roof at Yankee Stadium.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

On this day in 1891, Hank Severeid was born in Story City, IA. The durable backstop spent 10 seasons in St. Louis, and was a major cog in their early '20s run in the AL. Here’s my painting of him with the Browns in 1917, based on the photography of the Charles Conlon.

(We see a half-body portrait of Hank wearing his away grays. There is deep brown piping along the collar and chest, as well as on the brim of the grey hat. “ST. LOUIS” is also written in that same brown across his chest. Behind Hank is the green facing of the dugout roof.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

On this day in 1897, “Jumping Joe” Dugan was born in Mahanoy City, PA. One of the best defensive third-basemen of his era, he was a three-time World Series champion with the Yankees. Here’s my painting of him in 1926, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

(We see a shoulders-up portrait of Joe in his pinstriped home white uniform, wearing a deep navy cap with a white interlocking “NY”. In the background are the Yankee Stadium stands.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

On this day in 1925, Lawrence Peter “Yogi” Berra was born in St. Louis, MO. Best remembered for his famous maxims, he should also be remembered as one of the absolute greatest players in the history of the sport. Here’s my painting of him at spring training in Florida, March of 1961.

(We see a torso-up portrait of Yogi Berra smiling in the sunshine, and in full catcher’s gear: chest protector, mitt and holding a mask. Underneath he wears the pinstriped home whites of the Yankees, complete with a deep navy hat and a white interlocking “NY”. We see the back of catcher Elston Howard behind him, all against a big blue sky with a cloud haloing Yogi’s head.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

On this day in 1891, Eppa Rixey was born in Culpeper, VA. Often forgotten today, his total of 266 wins was the National League record for lefthanders until some guy named Spahn came along. Here’s my painting of him with the Phillies in 1912, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

(We see a chest-up portrait of Eppa wearing a road gray uniform with large navy “P” on his left chest. He also wears a gray cap with a small navy “P” on it. Behind him is a gray wall with green seats and fans milling around.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

On this day in 1887, Eddie Collins was born in Millerton, NY. A .333 career hitter with 744 stolen bases, I still feel that he’s super underappreciated. Here’s my painting of him with the Athletics in 1910, based on the photography of Paul Thompson’s The Article Syndicate.

(Here we see a head and shoulders portrait of Eddie wearing his road gray Athletics jersey, with an upturned collar and a gray cap with black stripes running horizontally across it. Behind him we see the wall of a dugout.)

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ReadJack🇺🇸 @readjack.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

How the @chicagotribune.com reported on Ross Barnes's home run: "Barnes led off by hitting the first ball clean." @chicagorumormill.bsky.social @shoelesspodcast.bsky.social @graigkreindler.bsky.social

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

So proud of my guys Shawn and Lou for reaching the 500th episode of The Hall of Very Good, and for doing so in STYLE. Hearing the great Chuck D talk so lovingly about his baseball origins warms my heart and soul. Bravo, guys!!! Here’s to 500 more. www.hovgpodcast.com/2026/04/epis...

(We see a photo of Chuck D wearing a throwback Pirates jersey and cap, holding a bat. There’s a Public Enemy sign behind his right shoulder.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Happy 34th birthday to Aaron Judge!! One of the absolute titans of the sport in this day and age, he’s a 7x All-Star and a 3x AL MVP. Here's my painting of him as a younger man peering out of the Yankee Stadium dugout on August 2, 2017, based on the photography of Paul Bereswill.

(Here we see a head and shoulders portrait of Aaron, wearing his home Yankees jersey with deep navy pinstripes. He also wears the traditional Yankee blue hat with the white interlocking “NY”. He peers outside of the dugout at a 3/4 view.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

On this day in 1909, Michael Riley “Doc” Powers passed away at the age of 38. Though best remembered for how he passed away, he was one of the better defensive catchers of his era. Here’s my painting of him with Connie Mack’s Athletics in 1902, based on the photography of Carl Horner.

(We see a portrait of Powers from the chest up, wearing his road gray Athletics uniform. There is a large deep blue “A” on the left side of his chest, as well as an upturned collar. His hair is neatly parted towards the center. He sits in a studio setting with a beige muslin background.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

On this day in 1884, John Henry Lloyd was born in Palatka, FL. Known by only a few today, he was one of the greatest shortstops in the history of the game. Here’s my painting of “El Cuchara” (before he was known as “Pop”) with Habana in 1910, based on the photography of Ramón Carreras.

(We see Pop Lloyd from the chest up, wearing the cream white uniform of Habana, complete with an upturned collar. There is an old English “H” on his left chest in red, matching his red cap. There is a blue sky with dark green clouds in the background tapestry of the studio.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

On this day in 1935, an aging Babe Ruth returned to New York’s Polo Grounds, but this time as a Boston Brave. This was a GREAT excuse to paint that amazing uniform - there are few better looking ones from the era, in my opinion. Based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Never unhappy to return to this gentleman. Still more to do, but he’s finally starting to turn in space. A fun note: 1935, the year this image is dated to, is the last one in which the Yankees did NOT have the interlocking NY on their home jerseys.

(We see an in-progress painting of Lou Gehrig, from his chest up. He wears a cream-colored Yankees home jersey with blue pinstripes. His hat is a deep navy with a white interlocking NY. Behind him is the green roof of the Yankee dugout.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

@bourgwick.bsky.social You’re at the Cap tonight?!? I’m here! Would love to say hello.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

On this day in 1961, Charles “Dazzy” Vance passed away at the age of 69. One of the most fearsome pitchers of his era, he led the NL in strikeouts from 1922 to 1928, and won the pitching Triple Crown and league MVP in 1924. Here’s an in-progress painting of him with Brooklyn in 1926.

(Dazzy looks at the viewer wearing the away Brooklyn jersey, which has pinstripes and a navy/red/navy piping down the chest. There is also a navy diamond with a “B” on his left sleeve. The cap is gray with pinstripes and a navy visor and “B”. Behind him is the facing of the dugout roof.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

On this day in 1948, Mordecai “Three Finger” Brown passed away at the age of 71. Though a childhood accident left him with a partially mangled right hand, he was one of the best pitchers of the Deadball Era…or ANY era. Here’s my painting of the ace at West Side Park in 1904.

(We see Mordecai in his home white Cubs uniform, complete with a collar, large pocket across his chest, and a removal long sleeve on his left arm. Behind him are the stands at West Side Park in Chicago.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

On this day in 1977, John Henry Lloyd was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Known by few today, he was one of the best shortstops in the history of the game. Here’s my painting of “El Cuchara” (before he was known as “Pop”) with Habana in 1910, based on the photography of Ramón Carreras.

(We see Lloyd in a studio setting, wearing his cream jersey with a red old English “H” on the left breast. He also sports a red cap and a high collar.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

On this day in 1978, Addie Joss was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Though his short career was only 9 years, in that timespan he was perhaps the best pitcher in the history of the AL. Here’s my painting of him with the Naps in 1910, based on photography from the GG Bain News Service.

(We see Addie gazing into the distance, wearing a grey sweater with navy trim. His gray away jersey collar sticks up and he wears a navy cap with a white “C” on it. The sun shines brightly across Joss’ face.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

On this day in 1847, George Wright was born in the Yorkville (Harlem) section of New York City. The best player in the game during his era, he revolutionized the shortstop position with his infield play. Here’s an in-progress painting (but almost there) of him with the Boston Red Stockings in 1871.

(We see George in full figure, wearing his home white uniform and white cap, with “BOSTON” in red across his check. He also wears red socks and a red belt. He’s in a studio setting with a Brady stand behind him, as well as a muslin tarp. A white baseball sits in front of him.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

On this day in 1979, Willie Mays was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Still considered by many to be the greatest player in the history of the sport, he only received 94.7% of the vote. Here’s my painting of the Giants legend in 1955, based on the photography of Hy Peskin.

(See see Willie looking over his shoulder in the New York Giants home white uniform. You can see orange/black/orange piping on the collar. He wears a black hat with an interlocking “NY” on it.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

On this day in 2013, Stan Musial passed away at the age of 92. He didn’t really do well as a pitcher starting out, but he sure could hit. 3,630 of ‘em, while batting .331 over the course of 22 years. And still underappreciated. Here’s my painting of him at Shibe Park in May of 1946.

(We see Stan in mid follow-through, wearing the away St. Louis Cardinals jersey. His hat is a deep navy with a red brim, and there is red piping along his shoulders, arms, waist and legs. His socks are red with navy and white stripes. We can also see the Philadelphia catcher and home plate umpire, with Shibe Park in the background.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

On this day in 1889, Louis Santop was born in Fort Worth, TX. He was one of the premier sluggers of his era, as well as one hell of a catcher. Here’s my painting of him with Hilldale in 1924, and despite the bags under his eyes, he’s just 34. Based on the photography of J.E. Miller.

(We see Louis staring at the viewer, wearing a gray jersey with “Hilldale” across the chest in red script. He also wears a red cap with a white “H” on it. There are fans in a stadium settling in the background.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

On this day in 1974, Mickey Mantle was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Almost 60 years after retiring, still one of the most beloved Yankees of all time. Here’s my painting of him making a running grab at Ebbets during Game 3 of the ‘55 World Series, based on the photography of Ralph Morse.

We see Mickey running across the green grass, wearing the away Yankee grays. He also wears deep navy socks, a deep navy undershirt, and a deep navy hat with a white interlocking “NY.” He also has a deep navy hat ”NEW YORK” across his chest. Behind him, we can see signs from the right field wall at Ebbets, advertising for Bulova clocks.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

On this day in 1835, Harry Wright was born in Sheffield, England. He was one of the most important figures in the history of the game, playing and managing in the NA and NL, and winning 6 pennants in that span. Here’s an in-progress portrait of him with the Boston Red Stockings in 1872.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

On this day in 1995, Mike Schmidt was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. One of the greatest third baseman ever, he hit 548 home runs and won two MVP Awards in 18 years with the Phillies. Here’s my painting of him at Three Rivers in April of 1976, based on the photography of John Iacono.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

On this day in 1985, Lou Brock was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. “The Running Redbird” stole 938 bases in his career, including 118 in 1974—both MLB records until Rickey Henderson came along. Here’s a my painting of him that was used in Topps’ 150 Years of Baseball set in 2019.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

On this day in 1962, Dick Lundy passed away at the age of 63. He was considered one of the best shortstops of his day, and was a part of the “million dollar infield” with the Baltimore Black Sox in 1929. Here’s a color study of him with the Atlantic City Bacharach Giants in 1926.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

On this day in 1943, Red Ruffing, just months short of his 38th birthday (and minus four toes) was drafted into the Army Air Corps. Here’s my painting of him with the Yankees in 1936, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

On this day in 1956, John Beckwith passed away at the age of 55. One of the most explosive hitters (for both average and power) of his era, it’s still somewhat of a mystery as to why he hasn’t been enshrined into Cooperstown. Here’s a color study of him with the Chicago Giants in 1920.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

On this day in 1991, Luke Appling passed away at the age of 83. A 7-time All-Star and winner of 2 batting titles, he is probably best remembered for a blast off Warren Spahn in the ‘82 Cracker Jack Old Timer’s game. Here’s my painting of him based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

On this day in 1885, José Méndez was born in Cardenas, Cuba. Perhaps the best pitcher to come off of the island (and my favorite), he was basically the Pedro Martinez of his day. Here's my painting of him with Almendares in 1910, based on the photography of Ramon Carreras.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

On this day in 1943, Josh Gibson suffered a seizure and lost consciousness at his home. He was admitted to St. Francis Hospital in Pittsburgh for 10 days and would return to play for the Grays in May. Here’s a color study of him as a younger man with the Pittsburgh Crawfords in 1928.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

On this day in 1971, Tetelo Vargas passed away at the age of 65. Regarded as the greatest Dominican player of his era, he’s remembered for being the absolute total package during his three decades as a professional. Here’s a color study of him with the New York Cubans in 1943.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Happy 90th birthday to the incomparable Sandy Koufax. Absolutely one of the most beloved players of his (or any) era. Here’s my painting of him in his wind-up at Connie Mack Stadium in early June of 1964, based on the photography of the also incomparable Walter Iooss.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

On this day in 2020, Phil Niekro passed away at the age of 81. A 5-time all-star and a 5-time Gold Glover, “Knucksie” rode his knuckleball to 318 wins and 3,342 strikeouts in a career spanning 24 years. Here’s an in-progress painting of him with Atlanta, showcasing his calling card.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

On this day in 1919, the Yankees bought Babe Ruth from the Red Sox for $100,000 (1/4 cash, plus $25,000 a year at 6%) and guaranteed a $300,000 loan with Fenway as collateral. The trade was made public in January. Here’s my painting of him in 1929, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

On this day in 1919, the Yankees bought Babe Ruth from the Red Sox for $100,000 (1/4 cash, plus $25,000 a year at 6%) and guaranteed a $300,000 loan with Fenway Park as collateral, though the trade wasn’t made public until January. Here’s my painting of him in 1929, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

(We see Babe Ruth peering out of the Yankee dugout holding a bat. He wears the home white pinstripes and a deep navy hat with a white interlocking “NY”. There is soft sunlight shining on him and the bat rack in front of him. His teammates sit in the shadows of the dugout behind him.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

On this day in 1899, William “Judy” Johnson was born in Snow Hill, MD. One of the best third basemen of his era, he led the Hilldale club to three consecutive Eastern Colored League pennants from 1923-1925, with one of those resulting in a championship. Here’s a color study depicting him in 1924.

On this day in 1899, William Julius “Judy” Johnson was born in Snow Hill, MD. One of the best third basemen of his era, he led the Hilldale club to three consecutive Eastern Colored League pennants from 1923-1925, with one of those resulting in a championship. Here’s a color study depicting him in 1924.

(We see a half-body shot of Judy looking at the viewer, wearing a gray uniform with “Hilldale” in red script across his chest. He also wears a red hat with a white “H”.)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

On this day in 1913, Louis Francis Sockalexis passed away at the age of 42. Though there are conflicting reports, he is widely thought of as the first person with Native American ancestry to play in the National League. Here’s my painting of him with Holy Cross in 1895.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

On this day in 1885, Bruce Petway was born in Nashville, TN. “Buddy” is considered one of the first truly great defensive catchers in the history of black baseball, though he’s all but forgotten today. Here’s a color study of him with the Chicago American Giants in 1913.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

On this day in 1911, the great Josh Gibson was born in Buena Vista, GA. Here's my painting of the great man with the Cangrejeros de Santurce (Liga de Béisbol Profesional de Puerto Rico) in 1939. Card collectors might recognize the image from Josh's scarce 1950-51 Toleteros issue.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

On this day in 1888, Fred Merkle was born in Watertown, WI. Though he played on six World Series teams and by all accounts had a very good career, he never recovered from what happened at the Polo Grounds on September 23, 1908. Here’s my painting of him at West Side Park that same year.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

On this day in 1934, Albert William Kaline was born in Baltimore, MD. In his 22 seasons as a player with Detroit, he hit 399 home runs, including two in a memorable 1968 World Series. Here’s my painting of him with the Tigers in June of 1954, his first full year with the club.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

On this day in 1886, Tyrus Raymond Cobb was born in Narrows, GA. Though he had one of the most complicated legacies in the history of the sport, there’s no doubt that he was also an absolute force of nature. Here’s my painting of him in 1913, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

On this day in 2010, Bob Feller passed away at the age of 92. Probably the greatest player to ever put on an Indians uniform, he was also a patriot—joining the Navy two days after Pearl Harbor. Here’s my painting of him being congratulated after throwing a one-hitter on July 31, 1946.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

On this day in 1980, Elston Howard passed away at the age of 51. He was a 12-time all-star, a 2-time Gold Glove winner and appeared in 10 World Series as a player—winning four of them, and another two as a coach. Here’s an in-progress painting of him with the Kansas City Blues in 1953.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

On this day in 1985, Roger Maris passed away at the age of 51. A great player and an essential part of the early-‘60s Yankee dynasty, he’s best remembered for breaking a record that haunted him for the rest of his short life. Here’s my painting of him doing that very thing in 1961.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

On this day in 1892, Jimmy Claxton was born in Wellington, British Columbia. He was the first black player in organized ball during the 20th century, having pitched in two games for the Oakland Oaks (PCL) in 1916. Here’s a color study of him with the Cuban House of David in 1932.

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