We remember Ron Santo (1940-2010)

We remember that Ron Santo was born on this day in 1940.   

He began his career with the Cubs in 1960 at age 20.   From that debut to his retirement in 1974, he put together some great numbers:   .277 career batting average, 342 HR, 2,254 hits & 1,331 RBI.

From 1963 to 1970, Santo averaged 29 HR and 106 RBI.   He also led the NL in walks 4 times and won 5 Gold Gloves for his defensive work at third base.

Sadly, he died in 2010 and did not live to see his induction into the Hall of Fame in 2012.

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We remember George Harrison (1943-2001)

George Harrison was born in Liverpool on this day in 1943 and died on November 29, 2001.   He had been battling cancer for a few years.

George was part of the group from the early days.  He added a few songs to the group's repertoire over the years but his biggest contribution was playing a great lead guitar and singing background vocals.

He did sing or write some tunes, such as "Something" and "Here comes the sun".

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The Beatles and February 1965

Again....do we love the Beatles or are we getting old?  YES and YES!

We are looking back at 1965, the second year of The Beatles in the US, and much of the world as well.

1965 began with a great 45.  Here are the digital versions of "I feel fine" & "She's a woman".   They showed up in “Beatles '65", a very good LP from the vinyl days!

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