Graig Kreindler

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(Dazzy looks at the viewer wearing the away Brooklyn jersey, which has pinstripes and a navy/red/navy piping down the chest. There is also a navy diamond with a “B” on his left sleeve. The cap is gray with pinstripes and a navy visor and “B”. Behind him is the facing of the dugout roof.)

On this day in 1961, Charles “Dazzy” Vance passed away at the age of 69. One of the most fearsome pitchers of his era, he led the NL in strikeouts from 1922 to 1928, and won the pitching Triple Crown and league MVP in 1924. Here’s an in-progress painting of him with Brooklyn in 1926.

(We see Mordecai in his home white Cubs uniform, complete with a collar, large pocket across his chest, and a removal long sleeve on his left arm. Behind him are the stands at West Side Park in Chicago.)

On this day in 1948, Mordecai “Three Finger” Brown passed away at the age of 71. Though a childhood accident left him with a partially mangled right hand, he was one of the best pitchers of the Deadball Era…or ANY era. Here’s my painting of the ace at West Side Park in 1904.

The honor is mine!!!

(We see Lloyd in a studio setting, wearing his cream jersey with a red old English “H” on the left breast. He also sports a red cap and a high collar.)

On this day in 1977, John Henry Lloyd was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Known by few today, he was one of the best shortstops in the history of the game. Here’s my painting of “El Cuchara” (before he was known as “Pop”) with Habana in 1910, based on the photography of Ramón Carreras.

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(We see Addie gazing into the distance, wearing a grey sweater with navy trim. His gray away jersey collar sticks up and he wears a navy cap with a white “C” on it. The sun shines brightly across Joss’ face.)

On this day in 1978, Addie Joss was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Though his short career was only 9 years, in that timespan he was perhaps the best pitcher in the history of the AL. Here’s my painting of him with the Naps in 1910, based on photography from the GG Bain News Service.

(We see George in full figure, wearing his home white uniform and white cap, with “BOSTON” in red across his check. He also wears red socks and a red belt. He’s in a studio setting with a Brady stand behind him, as well as a muslin tarp. A white baseball sits in front of him.)

On this day in 1847, George Wright was born in the Yorkville (Harlem) section of New York City. The best player in the game during his era, he revolutionized the shortstop position with his infield play. Here’s an in-progress painting (but almost there) of him with the Boston Red Stockings in 1871.

(See see Willie looking over his shoulder in the New York Giants home white uniform. You can see orange/black/orange piping on the collar. He wears a black hat with an interlocking “NY” on it.)

On this day in 1979, Willie Mays was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Still considered by many to be the greatest player in the history of the sport, he only received 94.7% of the vote. Here’s my painting of the Giants legend in 1955, based on the photography of Hy Peskin.

Thanks so much, Scott!!!

(We see Stan in mid follow-through, wearing the away St. Louis Cardinals jersey. His hat is a deep navy with a red brim, and there is red piping along his shoulders, arms, waist and legs. His socks are red with navy and white stripes. We can also see the Philadelphia catcher and home plate umpire, with Shibe Park in the background.)

On this day in 2013, Stan Musial passed away at the age of 92. He didn’t really do well as a pitcher starting out, but he sure could hit. 3,630 of ‘em, while batting .331 over the course of 22 years. And still underappreciated. Here’s my painting of him at Shibe Park in May of 1946.

(We see Louis staring at the viewer, wearing a gray jersey with “Hilldale” across the chest in red script. He also wears a red cap with a white “H” on it. There are fans in a stadium settling in the background.)

On this day in 1889, Louis Santop was born in Fort Worth, TX. He was one of the premier sluggers of his era, as well as one hell of a catcher. Here’s my painting of him with Hilldale in 1924, and despite the bags under his eyes, he’s just 34. Based on the photography of J.E. Miller.

We see Mickey running across the green grass, wearing the away Yankee grays. He also wears deep navy socks, a deep navy undershirt, and a deep navy hat with a white interlocking “NY.” He also has a deep navy hat ”NEW YORK” across his chest. Behind him, we can see signs from the right field wall at Ebbets, advertising for Bulova clocks.

On this day in 1974, Mickey Mantle was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Almost 60 years after retiring, still one of the most beloved Yankees of all time. Here’s my painting of him making a running grab at Ebbets during Game 3 of the ‘55 World Series, based on the photography of Ralph Morse.

On this day in 1835, Harry Wright was born in Sheffield, England. He was one of the most important figures in the history of the game, playing and managing in the National Association and National League, and winning 6 pennants in that span. Here’s an in-progress portrait of him with the Boston Red Stockings in 1872. (Wright is pictured looking at the viewer. He wears a cream jersey with a collar and a red “BOSTON” across his chase. He also wears a beard and mustache.)

On this day in 1835, Harry Wright was born in Sheffield, England. He was one of the most important figures in the history of the game, playing and managing in the NA and NL, and winning 6 pennants in that span. Here’s an in-progress portrait of him with the Boston Red Stockings in 1872.

Can confirm.

Right?!?

He’s absolutely in the conversation and probably number 1!!!

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*THREE MVPs, duh.

On this day in 1995, Mike Schmidt was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. One of the greatest third baseman ever, he hit 548 home runs and won two MVP Awards in 18 years with the Phillies. Here’s my painting of him at Three Rivers in April of 1976, based on the photography of John Iacono. (We see Mike in his follow-through watching the flight of the ball. He wears a pastel blue road uniform, with a maroon “P” with white trim. There is also white and maroon piping going down the sides of his leg and body. He wears maroon stirrups and a red helmet with a white “P” on it. In the background we see the dugout and stands at Three Rivers Stadium.)

On this day in 1995, Mike Schmidt was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. One of the greatest third baseman ever, he hit 548 home runs and won two MVP Awards in 18 years with the Phillies. Here’s my painting of him at Three Rivers in April of 1976, based on the photography of John Iacono.

On this day in 1985, Lou Brock was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. “The Running Redbird” stole 938 bases in his career, including 118 in 1974—both MLB records until Rickey Henderson came along. Here’s a my painting of him that was used in Topps’ 150 Years of Baseball set in 2019. (We see Lou in the dugout staring out at the action. He wears the Cardinals’ home whites with “Cardinals” written in red script and navy piping across his chest. Two cardinals sit on a bat that’s interlaced with the “C”. He wears a red cap with a white interlocking “St L.”

On this day in 1985, Lou Brock was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. “The Running Redbird” stole 938 bases in his career, including 118 in 1974—both MLB records until Rickey Henderson came along. Here’s a my painting of him that was used in Topps’ 150 Years of Baseball set in 2019.

On this day in 1962, Dick Lundy passed away at the age of 63. He was considered one of the best shortstops of his day, and was a part of the “million dollar infield” with the Baltimore Black Sox in 1929. Here’s a color study of him with the Atlantic City Bacharach Giants in 1926. (Lundy stares at the viewer wearing a gray away jersey. The words “BACHARACH GIANTS” appear on his chest in navy blue. He wears a navy cap.)

On this day in 1962, Dick Lundy passed away at the age of 63. He was considered one of the best shortstops of his day, and was a part of the “million dollar infield” with the Baltimore Black Sox in 1929. Here’s a color study of him with the Atlantic City Bacharach Giants in 1926.

On this day in 1943, Red Ruffing, just months short of his 38th birthday (and minus four toes) was drafted into the Army Air Corps. Here’s my painting of him with the Yankees in 1936, based on the photography of Charles Conlon. (Red stares at the viewer in his home white pinstriped uniform, with a deep navy interlocking “NY” on the left chest. His hat is a deep navy with a white interlocking “NY”. Behind him are the stands in Yankee Stadium.)

On this day in 1943, Red Ruffing, just months short of his 38th birthday (and minus four toes) was drafted into the Army Air Corps. Here’s my painting of him with the Yankees in 1936, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

On this day in 1956, John Beckwith passed away at the age of 55. One of the most explosive hitters (for both average and power) of his era, it’s still somewhat of a mystery as to why he hasn’t been enshrined into Cooperstown. Here’s a color study of him with the Chicago Giants in 1920. (We see a half-bodied portrait of John in his white Giants jersey, with a navy “CHICAGO” curved in a half circle, and “GIANTS” straight below. He wears a white cap with a navy visor.)

On this day in 1956, John Beckwith passed away at the age of 55. One of the most explosive hitters (for both average and power) of his era, it’s still somewhat of a mystery as to why he hasn’t been enshrined into Cooperstown. Here’s a color study of him with the Chicago Giants in 1920.

Thank you so much for the kind words!!!

Thank yoooouuuuu!!! That book is seminal.

On this day in 1991, Luke Appling passed away at the age of 83. A 7-time All-Star and winner of 2 batting titles, he is probably best remembered for a blast off Warren Spahn in the ‘82 Cracker Jack Old Timer’s game. Here’s my painting of him based on the photography of Charles Conlon. (We see Luke staring at the viewer, wearing the away White Sox grays. The zippered jersey has “CHICAGO” in red across the chest, with navy trim. There is also navy trim around his collar. He wears a navy cap with a white “C” on the front. In the background are the stands at Yankee Stadium.)

On this day in 1991, Luke Appling passed away at the age of 83. A 7-time All-Star and winner of 2 batting titles, he is probably best remembered for a blast off Warren Spahn in the ‘82 Cracker Jack Old Timer’s game. Here’s my painting of him based on the photography of Charles Conlon.

On this day in 1885, José Méndez was born in Cardenas, Cuba. Perhaps the best pitcher to come off of the island (and my favorite), he was basically the Pedro Martinez of his day. Here's my painting of him with Almendares in 1910, based on the photography of Ramon Carreras. (José stares straight at the viewer in his cream-colored jersey with a blue “A” on the left side of his chest. His collar and hat are also blue. Behind him is a blue and green studio backdrop.)

On this day in 1885, José Méndez was born in Cardenas, Cuba. Perhaps the best pitcher to come off of the island (and my favorite), he was basically the Pedro Martinez of his day. Here's my painting of him with Almendares in 1910, based on the photography of Ramon Carreras.

On this day in 1943, Josh Gibson suffered a seizure and lost consciousness at his home. He was admitted to St. Francis Hospital in Pittsburgh for 10 days and would return to play for the Grays in May. Here’s a color study of him as a younger man with the Pittsburgh Crawfords in 1928. (Josh is shown in a half-body shot, wearing a cream white Crawfords jersey. The “Crawford” is written in red script across his chest, and he wears a red hat with a white “P” on it.)

On this day in 1943, Josh Gibson suffered a seizure and lost consciousness at his home. He was admitted to St. Francis Hospital in Pittsburgh for 10 days and would return to play for the Grays in May. Here’s a color study of him as a younger man with the Pittsburgh Crawfords in 1928.

Thank you, Culley!!