1912 Boston Red Sox season

One of the deciding plays in the World Series was a muffed fly ball by Giants outfielder Fred Snodgrass, which became known as the "$30,000 muff" in reference to the prize money for the winning team.

Little-known third baseman Larry Gardner was the next best hitter, while future Hall of Famer Harry Hooper had a poor offensive season.

[3] November 6, 1911: The St. Paul Saints announce the purchase of outfielder Joe Riggert from the Red Sox.

[4] January 6, 1912: The Red Sox trade players Harold Janvrin, Martin McHale, Walter Lonergan, Hap Myers, Jack Thoney, and Billy Purtell to the Jersey City Skeeters in exchange for catcher Forrest Cady.

[11] On April 26, Hugh Bradley became the first player to hit a home run over the Green Monster at Fenway Park.

[15] Infielders Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.

1912 Boston Red Sox team photo
Red Sox players in Hot Springs, Arkansas , for spring training in 1912