Curt Flood
Award
For Long-Standing Devotion to the Union and the Advancement of
Players' Rights
The award is given to a former player (living or deceased) who embodies the spirit of Curt Flood by showing a selfless, long-standing devotion to the union and the advancement of players' rights.
The award is given to a former player (living or deceased) who embodies the spirit of Curt Flood by showing a selfless, long-standing devotion to the union and the advancement of players' rights.
The Legacy of Curt Flood
Flood challenged baseball’s reserve clause, which tied players to their teams in perpetuity. He lost his Supreme Court case in 1972, but his courageous fight helped pave the way for the advent of free agency in baseball in 1975.
1958 - 1969
Started MLB Career
12 seasons with Cardinals, 3× All-Star, 2× World Series Champion
1969
Reserve Clause Challenge
Refused trade to Phillies, challenging baseball’s reserve system
1970 - 1972
Flood's Legal Battle
Flood vs. Kuhn reached Supreme Court, paving way for free agency
1975
Free Agency Achieved
Flood’s sacrifice led to modern free agency when arbitrator Peter Seitz ruled in favor of Andy Messersmith and Dave McNally
Recent Winners
Players who have embodied Curt Flood's spirit of character and service
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Community Impact
Sustained commitment to improving communities and helping those in need
Character
Demonstration of outstanding personal character and integrity
Service
Dedicated service to charitable causes and community organizations
Player Advocacy
Commitment to advancing Player rights and welfare
What Players Consider
Curt Flood Award recipients exemplify that spirit of sacrifice and honor Flood’s courage in trying to advance the rights of all players, regardless of the personal cost.
About the Awards
Since 1992, the Players Choice Awards have recognized the Players who set the standard across the game, from performance and perseverance to leadership and impact beyond the field. Chosen by their peers, the awards reflect one of baseball’s highest forms of recognition: the respect of fellow Players.
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