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1992 The Red Sox sign Mets' free agent Frank Viola, a former Cy Young Award winner (1988, Twins), to a three-year, $13.9 million deal. The 31-year-old southpaw will injure his arm and undergo 'Tommy John' surgery with Boston, posting a 25-21 record and a 3.40 ERA during his three seasons with the team.
2003 Due to a conflict with the major league schedule, the annual Hall of Fame game in Cooperstown, previously held the day after the inductions of new members since 1940, will take place on a different weekend. This year's scheduled contest between the Phillies and Devil Rays will occur on June 16, five weeks before the July 27 induction ceremonies.

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