Charlie Grimm

Charlie Grimm retired as a player (he was still the manager) on this day in 1935. He came out of retirement the following year, and gave himself a little more than a hundred at bats, before officially calling it quits for good after the 1936 season.

Charlie's managerial reign with the Cubs is among the most interesting in Cubs history.

He was almost fired on his first day.

He was traded for the radio broadcaster on his last day.

He also led the team to two NL pennants, including their last one.