The article outlines key events in the history of Major League Baseball, highlighting notable moments from its inception to the present. Key developments include the 1916 National League proposal regarding player limits, significant financial challenges faced by teams like the Cincinnati Outlaw Reds in 1884 due to floods, stringent regulations introduced by Judge Landis in the 1920s against improper player transactions, and milestone contracts such as Willie Mays' 1961 agreement for $85,000. These events illustrate the evolving nature of the league and the challenges both franchises and players faced over the years.
In 1916, the National League voted down a proposal by the Giants, Braves, and Cubs to increase the club player limit from 21 to 22.
The Cincinnati Outlaw Reds faced significant financial burden in 1884 due to flooding, costing $3,000 for field repairs and restoration.
Judge Landis took a strong stance in 1922 against fake player deals, imposing hefty fines on the Cardinals, Tigers, and several minor league clubs.
In 1961, Willie Mays contracted the largest salary in Major League Baseball history at the time, valued at $85,000.
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