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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 4h

On this day in 1956, Don Larsen had his day in the sun. Here’s my painting of the very first pitch of that perfect game.

(I can’t believe this painting’s almost 20 years old!!!)

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 8h

Thank yooouuuu!!!!

Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 9h

On this day in 1887, Owen Joseph “Donie” Bush was born in Indianapolis, IN. He was one of the best defensive shortstops of his era, as well as a speedster on the basepaths. Here’s my painting of him (or rather, his eyes) in 1912 or 1913, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 10h

Nice to see Judge find his bat last night. Here’s my painting of Babe Ruth looking for his, too. Opening Day in the Bronx, April 14, 1931.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 1d

On this day in 1925, Christy Mathewson passed away at the age of 45. One of the most beloved athletes of his era, he was baseball’s first true superstar. Here’s my painting of him warming up before a game at West Side Park in 1907, based on the photography of Francis P. Burke.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 1d

On this day in 1856, Moses Fleetwood Walker was born in Mount Pleasant, OH. He was one of the first African Americans to play in the big leagues, but also, an inventor, entrepreneur, lecturer and newspaper publisher. Here’s a color study of him with the Syracuse Stars in 1889.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 1d

On this day in 1898, Joe Giard was born in Ware, MA. He was an effective lefty with the Toledo Mud Hens in the American Association before getting his break with the Browns in 1925. Here’s my finished painting of him with the Yankees in 1927, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 2d

Thanks so much!

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 2d

Thanks a ton, Jon!

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 2d

Thank yooouuuu!

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 2d

On this day in 2006, John Jordan "Buck" O'Neil passed away at the age of 94. It's hard to say whether I've ever seen a better ambassador for the sport (especially the Negro Leagues) since I’ve been a fan. Here's a color study of the great man later in life--I wish I could have met him.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 2d

On this day in 1945, bar owner William Sianis bought tix to the WS for himself and Murphy, his pet goat. Sianis became so upset when the Wrigley Field ushers asked his guest to leave, he placed a curse on the Cubs, claiming they’d never win a WS again. Here’s my painting of the ol’ place.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 4d

On this day in 1953, Mickey Mantle smashed a Russ Meyer pitch into the upper deck of Ebbets Field, becoming the fourth player in World Series history to hit a grand slam. Here’s my painting of the moment, based on the photography of Mark Kauffman. What a JOY this was to create.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 5d

On this day in 1951, Bobby Thomson became immortal. I did this painting of his famous home run 23 years ago. Looking back, I’ve definitely come a long way in terms of refinement, but even then, that concern about light, color, and creating a mood, was most important.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 5d

On this day in 1890, Julius Henry “Groucho” Marx was born in Manhattan, NY. Here’s my painting of the great man with Lou Gehrig, and his brothers Chico and Harpo at Cleveland Municipal Stadium, August 2, 1936.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 6d

On this day in 1967, Carl Yastrzemski collected four hits on the last day of the season to help the Red Sox beat the Twins, 5-3, and clinch the pennant by one game over Minnesota and Detroit. Here’s an in-progress painting of him from that magic season. Gotta finish this bad boy!!

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 6d

Andrew’s no joke. Hope y’all are following him.

Andrew Katz @ajkatzart.bsky.social · 8d

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Still one of the best watercolors I ever painted. I’m particularly pleased with the reflections in the helmet.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 6d

On this day in 1945, the greatly underappreciated George Van Haltren passed away at the age of 79. Take a look at his career numbers—the man deserves enshrinement, and I’ll die on that hill. Here’s my painting of “Rip” in 1903, his last year with the Giants. Still one of my favorites!!

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 7d

On this day in 1961, Roger Maris did the unfathomable. Here’s my painting of that very moment.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 8d

On this day in 1934, Dizzy Dean won his 30th game of the season, going the distance to beat Cincinnati, 9-0, and clinching the pennant for St. Louis. Here’s my painting of the right-hander in 1932, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 8d

On this day in 2024, Pete Rose passed away at the age of 83. Though a lightning rod for controversy, his skill, intensity, and determination endeared him to fans across the country. Here’s my painting of him barreling safely into home plate at Wrigley Field, August 24, 1971.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 10d

On this day in 1935, Mamie “Peanut” Johnson was born in Ridgeway, SC. The first woman to pitch in the Negro Leagues, she learned her curveball from Satchel Paige. Here’s a color study of her with the Indianapolis Clowns in 1954. Man, I wish there were more images of Mamie out there.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 11d

Happy 76th birthday to Michael Jack Schmidt! A 3-time NL MVP, 1980 WS champion and WS MVP, he is the greatest Phillie in franchise history. Here’s my painting of him at bat against the Pirates at Three Rivers, April 21, 1976, based on the photography of John Iacono.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 12d

Ready for the photographers. This was a beast.

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Graig Kreindler @graigkreindler.bsky.social · 12d

On this day in 2023, Brooks Robinson passed away at the age of 86. The winner of 16 Gold Glove Awards, he’s certainly one of (if not THE) greatest third basemen of all time. Here’s my painting of him in Miami during spring training of 1961, based on the photography of Arthur Rickerby.

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