Today in Baseball History: February 11th

1994 On February 11, 1994, longtime Milwaukee Brewers star Robin Yount announces his retirement. The 38-year-old Yount leaves the game with 3,142 hits, 251 home runs, and two MVP Awards in 21 seasons. Yount will gain election to the Hall of Fame in 1999, his first year of eligibility.

1982 On February 11, 1982, the St. Louis Cardinals complete one of their best trades ever, acquiring future Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith from the San Diego Padres for fellow shortstop Garry Templeton. Smith batted only .222 for the Padres in 1981, but will blossom into stardom in St. Louis.

1977 On February 11, 1977, the Chicago Cubs trade two-time National League batting champion Bill Madlock and infielder Rob Sperring to the San Francisco Giants for outfielder Bobby Murcer, third baseman Steve Ontiveros, and a minor league pitcher. Madlock led the NL with a .339 mark, while Murcer had 23 home runs and 90 RBIs.

1974 On February 11, 1974, a total of 48 players exercise their rights to settle their contracts through the new arbitration procedure. Pitcher Dick Woodson will become the first player to go through arbitration, winning his case against the Minnesota Twins.

1950 On February 11, 1950, Hall of Fame outfielder Hazen "Kiki" Cuyler dies at the age of 50. Considered an outstanding defensive player and baserunner, Cuyler also hit .321 during an 18-year career. Cuyler was serving the Boston Red Sox as a coach at the time of his death.

1900 On February 11, 1900, the Baltimore Orioles sell three of their stars - third baseman John McGraw, catcher Wilbert Robinson, and infielder Bill Keister - to the St. Louis Cardinals. McGraw, the team's player-manager, batted .391 in 1899.