Happy Birthday Otis Nixon and Alek ManoahOtis Nixon, a speedy center fielder for the Blue Jays, made significant contributions with his base stealing and on-base ability despite limited power.
Top Could-Have-Beens of Yankees History: Otis NixonOtis Nixon showcased the critical importance of speed in a power-dominated baseball era, becoming one of the game's all-time greatest base stealers.
This Day in Braves History: Otis Nixon is suspended for violating baseball's drug policyWarren Spahn's no-hitter at age 39 exemplifies his historic contribution to the Braves, marked by a then-record 15 strikeouts.