In Jamie Moyer’s first game as a Major Leaguer, he beat Steve Carlton.
In Steve Carlton’s first game as a Major Leaguer, he relieved Bob Gibson (well, Gibson started the game).
In Bob Gibson’s first game as a Major leaguer, Stan Musial got two hits.
In Stan Musial’s first game as a Major Leaguer, he got two hits off Jim (Abba Dabba) Tobin.
In Abba Dabba Tobin’s first game as a Major Leaguer, Paul Waner got two hits.
In Paul Waner’s first game as a Major Leaguer, he walked against Flint Rhem.
In 1924 Flint Rhem -- who had thrown a no-hitter in the Western League -- was brought to the big leagues by Branch Rickey.
Branch Rickey’s first big signing was George Sisler.
In George Sisler’s first season, he was teammates with Bobby Wallace.
Bobby Walace played his early years for the Cleveland Spiders. His most prominent teammate was Cy Young.
Wouldn’t it be great if Jamie Moyer won the Cy Young?
Wednesday, April 18, 2012