This Day In Dodgers History: Frank Howard Traded; Eddie Murray Acquired From Orioles

On December 4, 1964, the Los Angeles Dodgers traded Frank Howard to the Washington Senators, where he went on to become one of Major League Baseball's star players. Howard began his career with the Dodgers after signing with the club in 1958, earning a call-up to MLB later that season. In 117 games during that year, Howard posted a .268/.320/.464 slash with 23 home runs and 77 RBI, which earned him National League Rookie of the Year honors. Howard also played a key piece to the Dodgers World Series title run in 1963, however, his role was mostly as a fourth outfielder during his time in L.A.