Expert: Geoff - 6/20/2006

Question
Who was the first manager to write the names of two of his sons on a major league lineup card?

Answer
Hi Annie,

Thanks for writing.

The answer you are looking for is Cal Ripken, Sr.

On July 11, 1987 Ripken, Sr was managing the Baltimore Orioles.  His two sons Cal, Jr. and Billy were in the starting line-up.  Billy was making his Major League debut.

Here's a link to the box score for that game:

http://baseball-almanac.com/box-scores/boxscore.php?boxid=198707110BAL

Best Wishes,

Geoff