Grave Story: Don Wheeler (1922-2003)

July 3, 2019 ~ Sam Gazdziak ~ 1 Comment

Here lies Don Wheeler, a catcher who played one year in the major leagues, with the 1949 Chicago White Sox. His last appearance in the minor leagues as a player came eight years after he thought he’d retired. Donald “Scott” Wheeler (he picked up the nickname due to his Scottish heritage) was born in Minneapolis … Continue reading Grave Story: Don Wheeler (1922-2003)

Obituary: Rocky Krsnich (1927-2019)

February 17, 2019July 3, 2019 ~ Sam Gazdziak ~ 1 Comment

R.I.P. to Rocky Krsnich, a third baseman who played for the Chicago White Sox. He was one of three brothers to play pro baseball and one of two to make the major leagues. He died on February 14 at the age of 91. He played for the White Sox in 1949 and 1952-53. Source: Press … Continue reading Obituary: Rocky Krsnich (1927-2019)