THE STORY
On June 15, 1964, the Chicago Cubs traded outfielder Lou Brock, along with pitchers Jack Spring and Paul Toth, to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for pitcher Ernie Broglio, outfielder Doug Clemens, and pitcher Bobby Shantz. Brock went on to become a Hall of Famer with the Cardinals, while Broglio's performance declined significantly after the trade.
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals
WHY IT MATTERS
This trade is often cited as one of the most lopsided in baseball history, significantly impacting both teams' futures.