May 27th:
1928: The Braves purchase future Hall of Famer George Sisler from the Senators for $7,500.
1937: Pitching in relief, Carl Hubbell wins his 24th straight game in the Giants 3-2 victory over the Reds.
1968: Hall of Famer Frank Thomas is born in Columbus, Georgia.
1968: Incoming Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell is born in Boston, Massachusetts.
1968: The NL announces coming expansion teams in Montreal and San Diego.
1993: Dale Murphy announces his retirement.