"1999- The Atlanta Braves acquire second baseman Quilvio Veras, first baseman Wally Joyner and outfielder Reggie Sanders from the Padres in exchange for first baseman Ryan Klesko, second baseman Bret Boone and pitcher Jason Shiell. 1999 - In an interview in Sports Illustrated magazine, Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker offends virtually every race and ethnic group in a hateful outburst. Community leaders, media, management, coaches, and teammates alike call for action to be taken against the lefthander who had 38 saves for Atlanta this past season."
"2009 - The Braves acquire Melky Cabrera and minor league pitchers Michael Dunn and Arodys Vizcaino from the Yankees in exchange for Javier Vazquez and Boone Logan. 1953 - Jack Dunn III officially turns over the name "Orioles" to the major league franchise. His family had operated the International League Orioles franchise for years in Baltimore. 1962 - Harris County voters approve a bond issue to complete the financing of a new all-weather stadium for the Houston Colt .45's."
"1980 - The Boston Red Sox mail Fred Lynn and Carlton Fisk their new contracts two days after the Basic Agreement's December 20 deadline. The blunders make their All-Stars eligible for free agency. 1994 - The Cincinnati Reds sign free agent Jack Morris. 2000 - The Seattle Mariners agree to a one-year, $3.25 million deal with Bret Boone. 2011 - The Cardinals sign free agent OF Carlos Beltran to a two-year deal worth $26 million."
Multiple Major League Baseball roster moves and signings occurred across decades, including high-profile trades and free agent contracts. Franchise naming rights and stadium financing were finalized in mid-20th century milestones. A 1999 controversy involved a Braves reliever whose remarks prompted calls for disciplinary action from community and baseball stakeholders. Teams repeatedly exchanged veteran players and prospects in efforts to restructure rosters. Several clubs signed multi-year deals to add power and depth. Organizational leadership changes included the hiring of a new general manager by a National League club in 2020.
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