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Aug 7, 2013 · Whether Enos Slaughter intentionally spiked Jackie Robinson has been the subject of controversy over the years. Slaughter was known for his aggressive and at times dirty style of play, also spiking Giant infielder Bill Rigney that same year and injuring a number of other players on various occasions.
Apr 27, 2020 · What is known for sure is that Slaughter spiked Robinson in a game on Aug. 20, 1947. It was a nasty thing; Robinson writhed in pain and bled through his socks but still managed to stay in the game.
Jan 4, 2012 · Slaughter hit a Hugh Casey offering to first base, which was fielded by Jackie Robinson, who looked to second, thought better of it, and ran to first base to record the out. As Robinson turned toward the field of play to ensure that Musial did not take off for third base, Slaughter was coming hard down the line and spiked Robinson’s right ...
Robinson’s play on the field, including a 21-game hitting streak in the middle of the season, showed that he belonged in the National League. But that did not stop the harassment from opposing players. Perhaps the most notorious incident came on August 20, when the Cardinals’ Enos Slaughter spiked Robinson in the 11th inning.
Mar 7, 1985 · PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Enos Slaughter wants to make peace with baseball writers. The fiery Slaughter, making his first public appearance since his election by the Veterans Committee to the Hall of ...
Apr 15, 2012 · On July 18, 1947 at Ebbets Field, Branca was working on a perfect game against the Cardinals when Enos Slaughter spiked Jackie Robinson, stepping on his calf. Robinson was playing first base.
September 22, 1947 7:00 AM GMT-4. I t was only a month since Speedster Enos Slaughter of the St. Louis Cardinals, galloping into first base, had spiked First Baseman Jackie Robinson. Jackie, the ...
