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Washington Senators

The Washington Senators were DC’s American League team from 1901 to 1971, one of the great tragic franchises in baseball history. These posts dig into Griffith Stadium, legendary players like Walter Johnson, the two teams that called themselves the Senators, and the long gap before the Nationals finally brought baseball back to DC.

Uncovering Rare Footage of the Washington Senators During Spring Training in 1931 and 1934

May 19, 2014 by ghostsofdc

Check out this rare footage of the Washington Senators during spring training in 1931 and 1934. We found these at the Moving Image Research Collection at the University of South Carolina. Watch now!

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday Tags 1930s, Baseball, videos, Washington Senators 3 Comments

Walter Johnson’s 18-Inning Performance: A Look Back at May 15th, 1918

May 4, 2026May 12, 2014 by ghostsofdc
Walter Johnson in 1907

On May 15th, 1918, Walter Johnson delivered an unforgettable performance as he pitched 18 innings in one game and won against the defending World Series Champion Chicago White Sox. Read to learn more about this incredible game and how it happened!

Categories Guest Posts, Historical Events Tags 1910s, Baseball, Griffith Stadium, Walter Johnson, Washington Senators 4 Comments

Celebrating the 89th Anniversary of the Washington Senators Opening Game at Griffith Stadium

May 4, 2026April 29, 2014 by ghostsofdc
1925 Washington Senators

Celebrate the 89th anniversary of the Washington Senators opening game at Griffith Stadium against the New York Yankees. Read more about the game, Walter Johnson, Lou Gehrig, and Babe Ruth’s 1925 season!

Categories Guest Posts, This Day in History Tags 1920s, Baseball, Griffith Stadium, Walter Johnson, Washington Senators

The Washington Post’s Clever Response to Ghostwriters During the 1933 World Series

April 27, 2026February 21, 2014 by ghostsofdc

In 1933, Washington had a baseball team in the World Series. The Washington Post refused to hire ghostwriters to cover the Series and instead ran an ad penned by their sports editor, Shirley Povich. Read the story of The Post’s clever response to ghostwriters!

Categories Guest Posts Tags 1930s, Baseball, Washington Senators

The Voice of Walter Johnson: A 1939 Washington Senators Broadcast

April 27, 2026February 12, 2014 by ghostsofdc
Walter Johnson in 1939

The Internet Archive preserved a 1939 Washington Senators broadcast that includes the voice of Walter Johnson, the greatest pitcher in baseball history.

Categories Notable People & Places Tags 1930s, Baseball, Walter Johnson, Washington Senators 3 Comments

Great Film Footage of 1925 World Series

April 27, 2026January 31, 2014 by ghostsofdc
1925 Washington Senators

Here’s a cool find from YouTube. The Senators lost the World Series to the Pirates, after having won the year before. Can you tell Ghosts of DC is getting excited for the 2014 baseball season?

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday Tags 1920s, Baseball, videos, Washington Senators 1 Comment

Griffith Stadium: The History and Demolition of Washington’s Lost Ballpark

May 4, 2026January 23, 2014 by ghostsofdc
Griffith Stadium

Griffith Stadium stood where Howard University Hospital is today. Full history: from the 1911 fire to Walter Johnson to the 1965 wrecking ball.

Categories Lost History, Notable People & Places, The Best Of Tags 1910s, 1920s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, Baseball, Griffith Stadium, Howard University, Sports, Washington Senators 1 Comment

Ten All-Time Favorite Quotes from Washington Sports Figures

April 27, 2026January 20, 2014 by ghostsofdc
Bryce Harper - "clown question bro"

From Sonny Jurgensen to John Riggins to Bryce Harper, the DC sports scene has been chock-full of colorful characters. Learn the ten all-time favorite quotes from these Washington sports figures!

Categories Guest Posts Tags Baseball, Sports, Washington Nationals, Washington Senators 2 Comments

Uncovering a Rare Home Run Derby Video between Mickey Mantle and Harmon Killebrew

April 27, 2026December 31, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Check out this rare video of a home run derby from 1960 between Mickey Mantle and Harmon Killebrew. We uncovered this clip from YouTube and our research suggests it was filmed just before the team moved to Minnesota to become the Twins.

Categories Notable People & Places Tags 1960s, Baseball, videos, Washington Senators
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