Today in Baseball History: November 30th

1972 On November 30, 1972, major league teams pull off 12 trades involving 36 players. In the biggest deal of the day, the Baltimore Orioles trade onetime 20-game winner Pat Dobson, power-hitting second baseman Dave Johnson, and two other players to the Atlanta Braves for catcher Earl Williams and infielder Taylor Duncan. In another deal, the Kansas City Royals acquire future hitting star Hal McRae and pitcher Wayne Simpson from the Cincinnati Reds for outfielder Richie Scheinblum and pitcher Roger Nelson.

1953 On November 30, 1953, Mickey Mantle of the New York Yankees undergoes surgery to remove torn cartilage from his right knee. Mantle's knees will cause him trouble repeatedly during his career.

1948 On November 30, 1948, Cleveland Indians player-manager Lou Boudreau is selected American League MVP. Boudreau guided the Indians to the AL pennant.