May 23, 1966: Where Everybody Knows Your (nick)Name⚾️
Indians P “Sudden” Sam McDowell graces SI cover
6x AllStar, 5x AL K’s leader
He was the real-life inspiration for Sam “Mayday” Malone on Cheers🍺
Gave back much to the game later in lifet
#SuddenSam
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December 2, 1993: The Indians Arrive⚾️
Tribe signs both Dennis Martinez & Eddie Murray on the same dayMarch 2, 2001: Kelly QB🏈
Browns sign free agent QB Kelly HolcombMarch 26, 1986: Edgar for the Win🏀
PF Edgar Jones tip-in w/ :04 secs wins it
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