Books and articles about Connie Marrero

Nearly 33 when his ML career began, the native Cuban was a capable starter for mediocre Senators teams, twice winning 11 games. On April 26, 1951 Marrero one-hit the A's, allowing only a Barney McCosky home run. (FK)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » October 4, 1942: In a rematch of last year's IBA world championship, Cubs tops Venezuela, 8–0, behind Connie Marrero's 3-hitter. Venezuela is led by 2B Luis Aparicio, Sr. and losing pitcher Chino Canonico. The 31-year-old Marrero will debut with the Washington Senators in 1950. » April 17, 1951: The Athletics play the first home Opening Day night game in American League history, losing to Washington 6–1. Forty-year-old Connie Marrero is the winner as batterymate Mickey Grasso homers. » April 26, 1951: Connie Marrero of Washington allows just one hit -- a homer by the A's Barney McCosky -- in topping Philadelphia, 2–1. Joe Coleman is the loser, serving up solo homers to Mickey Vernon and Gil Coan.