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Tag: Jim Gilliam

This Day In Dodgers History: Jim Gilliam Wins Rookie Of The Year; Andy Messersmith Part Of MLB Free Agency Beginning

After putting together a stellar season for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Jim Gilliam was named the National League Rookie...

Ethan Duer

This Day In Dodgers History: Jim Gilliam Jersey Number Retired

On October 10, 1978, the Los Angeles Dodgers retired the No. 19 for Jim Gilliam before Game 1 of their World Series matchup against the New York...

Matt Borelli

Celebrating the Legacy: 45 Years Since the Passing of Dodger Legend Jim Gilliam

Today marks the 45th anniversary of the passing of James William "Junior" Gilliam, a baseball icon whose career was a tapestry of historic moments and groundbreaking accomplishments. Born on October 17, 1928, in Nashville, Tennessee, Gilliam's journey to the pinnacle…

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