On this day in baseball history, the Chicago White Sox traded away their star shortstop, Luis Aparicio, fifty-five years ago, marking the second and final time. Aparicio, a phenomenal player, led the American League in stolen bases and excelled defensively at shortstop. He won the Rookie of the Year award in nineteen fifty-six, becoming the first Latin player to achieve that honor. Aparicios impact on the White Sox was undeniable, forming a legendary middle infield with Nellie Fox throughout the nineteen fifties.This day also marks a somber anniversary, as beloved second baseman and heart of the Go-Go Sox, Nellie Fox, passed away forty-eight years ago at the age of forty-eight. Fox, an eleven-time All-Star and the American League MVP in nineteen fifty-nine, was known for his consistent hitting and incredible defense, earning three Gold Gloves. He was posthumously inducted into the Hall of Fame in nineteen ninety-seven.Other notable events occurred on this date, including a rare direct trade between the White Sox and Cubs in nineteen sixty-four, and the trading of pitcher Ray Herbert and outfielder Jeoff Long to the Phillies for Danny Cater and Lee Elia. In nineteen ninety-eight, popular third baseman Robin Ventura left the White Sox to sign with the Mets, after being a vocal critic of the teams White Flag trade.These moments, from groundbreaking rookie awards and significant trades to the passing of a legend, paint a rich picture of the White Soxs history, showcasing the ebb and flow of talent and the emotional connections fans have with their team.
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