Grave Story: Buzz Arlett (1899-1964)

June 28, 2019 ~ Sam Gazdziak ~ 5 Comments

Here lies Buzz Arlett, one of the greatest minor-leaguers of all-time. He set the minor-league home run record that stood for more than 50 years after his death. For all that ability, Arlett had just one season in the majors. He played for the 1931 Philadelphia Phillies. Russell “Buzz” Arlett was born on January 3, … Continue reading Grave Story: Buzz Arlett (1899-1964)

Grave Story: Hal Elliott (1899-1963)

March 28, 2019 ~ Sam Gazdziak ~ 2 Comments

Here lies Hal Elliott, a reliever who led the NL in appearances in 1930. His career ERA puts him in unique company in the history of Major League Baseball. Elliott played for the Philadelphia Phillies from 1929-32. Harold “Ace” Elliott was born on May 29, 1899 in Mount Clemens, Mich. Unlike a lot of major leaguers … Continue reading Grave Story: Hal Elliott (1899-1963)