Graig Kreindler
@graigkreindler.bsky.social
Graig paints baseball players. Usually dead ones. www.graigkreindler.com
The first great centerfielder for the Yankees, Earle Combs’ inside-out swing served him well in the leadoff spot with four pennant winning clubs (he would win another SEVEN as a Yankee coach). Here’s my painting of him smiling for the photographer (Charles Conlon) and me in 1926!
On this day in 1925, Lou Gehrig began his consecutive games-played streak when he came off the bench to pinch-hit (the only time in his career he’d do so) for rookie infielder Pee-Wee Wanninger. Here’s my painting depicting him that same year, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.
On this day in 1891, Hank Severeid was born in Story City, IA. The durable backstop spent 10 seasons in St. Louis, and was a major cog in their early '20s run in the AL. Here’s my painting of him with the Browns in 1917, based on the photography of the Charles Conlon.
On this day in 1897, “Jumping Joe” Dugan was born in Mahanoy City, PA. One of the best defensive third-basemen of his era, he was a three-time World Series champion with the Yankees. Here’s my painting of him in 1926, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.
On this day in 1925, Lawrence Peter “Yogi” Berra was born in St. Louis, MO. Best remembered for his famous maxims, he should also be remembered as one of the absolute greatest players in the history of the sport. Here’s my painting of him at spring training in Florida, March of 1961.
On this day in 1891, Eppa Rixey was born in Culpeper, VA. Often forgotten today, his total of 266 wins was the National League record for lefthanders until some guy named Spahn came along. Here’s my painting of him with the Phillies in 1912, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.
On this day in 1887, Eddie Collins was born in Millerton, NY. A .333 career hitter with 744 stolen bases, I still feel that he’s super underappreciated. Here’s my painting of him with the Athletics in 1910, based on the photography of Paul Thompson’s The Article Syndicate.
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John Thorn@johnthorn.bsky.social · 4mo agoOn this day in 1876 Chicago’s Ross Barnes hits the first MLB homer, off Cherokee Fisher at Cincinnati. (Yes, the Chicago club wore fezzes, with differing stripes marking the different positions.)
So proud of my guys Shawn and Lou for reaching the 500th episode of The Hall of Very Good, and for doing so in STYLE. Hearing the great Chuck D talk so lovingly about his baseball origins warms my heart and soul. Bravo, guys!!! Here’s to 500 more. www.hovgpodcast.com/2026/04/epis...
Happy 34th birthday to Aaron Judge!! One of the absolute titans of the sport in this day and age, he’s a 7x All-Star and a 3x AL MVP. Here's my painting of him as a younger man peering out of the Yankee Stadium dugout on August 2, 2017, based on the photography of Paul Bereswill.
On this day in 1909, Michael Riley “Doc” Powers passed away at the age of 38. Though best remembered for how he passed away, he was one of the better defensive catchers of his era. Here’s my painting of him with Connie Mack’s Athletics in 1902, based on the photography of Carl Horner.
On this day in 1884, John Henry Lloyd was born in Palatka, FL. Known by only a few today, he was one of the greatest shortstops in the history of the game. Here’s my painting of “El Cuchara” (before he was known as “Pop”) with Habana in 1910, based on the photography of Ramón Carreras.
On this day in 1935, an aging Babe Ruth returned to New York’s Polo Grounds, but this time as a Boston Brave. This was a GREAT excuse to paint that amazing uniform - there are few better looking ones from the era, in my opinion. Based on the photography of Charles Conlon.
Never unhappy to return to this gentleman. Still more to do, but he’s finally starting to turn in space. A fun note: 1935, the year this image is dated to, is the last one in which the Yankees did NOT have the interlocking NY on their home jerseys.
@bourgwick.bsky.social You’re at the Cap tonight?!? I’m here! Would love to say hello.
On this day in 1961, Charles “Dazzy” Vance passed away at the age of 69. One of the most fearsome pitchers of his era, he led the NL in strikeouts from 1922 to 1928, and won the pitching Triple Crown and league MVP in 1924. Here’s an in-progress painting of him with Brooklyn in 1926.
On this day in 1948, Mordecai “Three Finger” Brown passed away at the age of 71. Though a childhood accident left him with a partially mangled right hand, he was one of the best pitchers of the Deadball Era…or ANY era. Here’s my painting of the ace at West Side Park in 1904.
On this day in 1977, John Henry Lloyd was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Known by few today, he was one of the best shortstops in the history of the game. Here’s my painting of “El Cuchara” (before he was known as “Pop”) with Habana in 1910, based on the photography of Ramón Carreras.
On this day in 1978, Addie Joss was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Though his short career was only 9 years, in that timespan he was perhaps the best pitcher in the history of the AL. Here’s my painting of him with the Naps in 1910, based on photography from the GG Bain News Service.
On this day in 1847, George Wright was born in the Yorkville (Harlem) section of New York City. The best player in the game during his era, he revolutionized the shortstop position with his infield play. Here’s an in-progress painting (but almost there) of him with the Boston Red Stockings in 1871.
On this day in 1979, Willie Mays was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Still considered by many to be the greatest player in the history of the sport, he only received 94.7% of the vote. Here’s my painting of the Giants legend in 1955, based on the photography of Hy Peskin.
On this day in 2013, Stan Musial passed away at the age of 92. He didn’t really do well as a pitcher starting out, but he sure could hit. 3,630 of ‘em, while batting .331 over the course of 22 years. And still underappreciated. Here’s my painting of him at Shibe Park in May of 1946.
On this day in 1889, Louis Santop was born in Fort Worth, TX. He was one of the premier sluggers of his era, as well as one hell of a catcher. Here’s my painting of him with Hilldale in 1924, and despite the bags under his eyes, he’s just 34. Based on the photography of J.E. Miller.
On this day in 1974, Mickey Mantle was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Almost 60 years after retiring, still one of the most beloved Yankees of all time. Here’s my painting of him making a running grab at Ebbets during Game 3 of the ‘55 World Series, based on the photography of Ralph Morse.
On this day in 1835, Harry Wright was born in Sheffield, England. He was one of the most important figures in the history of the game, playing and managing in the NA and NL, and winning 6 pennants in that span. Here’s an in-progress portrait of him with the Boston Red Stockings in 1872.
On this day in 1995, Mike Schmidt was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. One of the greatest third baseman ever, he hit 548 home runs and won two MVP Awards in 18 years with the Phillies. Here’s my painting of him at Three Rivers in April of 1976, based on the photography of John Iacono.
On this day in 1985, Lou Brock was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. “The Running Redbird” stole 938 bases in his career, including 118 in 1974—both MLB records until Rickey Henderson came along. Here’s a my painting of him that was used in Topps’ 150 Years of Baseball set in 2019.
On this day in 1962, Dick Lundy passed away at the age of 63. He was considered one of the best shortstops of his day, and was a part of the “million dollar infield” with the Baltimore Black Sox in 1929. Here’s a color study of him with the Atlantic City Bacharach Giants in 1926.
