
Royals, Hallmark unveil downtown ballpark plan
Kansas City Royals and Hallmark unveil plans for a new downtown ballpark!
April 22 marks significant events in baseball history, including Babe Ruth's first professional game and Lon Warneke's one-hitter for the Cubs. The day also celebrates Mickey Morandini's birthday among other baseball stories.
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Today in baseball history:
Key events include Babe Ruth's first professional game in 1914 and Lon Warneke's one-hitter for the Cubs in 1934.
Mickey Morandini is celebrated on April 22 for his birthday, highlighting his significance in baseball history.
In his first professional game in 1914, Babe Ruth pitched a six-hit shutout and went 2 for 4 at the plate.
Lon Warneke pitched a one-hitter against the St. Louis Cardinals in 1934, leading the Cubs to a 15-2 victory.

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Cubs Birthdays: Mickey Morandini*, Terry Francona, Fabian Kowalik, Taylor Douthit, Bob Smith.
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