Graig Kreindler
@graigkreindler.bsky.social
Graig paints baseball players. Usually dead ones.
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Here’s my painting of Eppa Rixey with the Phillies in 1912, based on the photography of Charles Conlon. Though not a household name today, “Jeptha” was the winningest left-handed pitcher in National League history until Warren Spahn broke his record of 266 wins in 1959.
December 6, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Here’s my painting of Eppa Rixey with the Phillies in 1912, based on the photography of Charles Conlon. Though not a household name today, “Jeptha” was the winningest left-handed pitcher in National League history until Warren Spahn broke his record of 266 wins in 1959.
On this day in 1950, Bill Dahlen passed away at the age of 80. While his power numbers are above average for the era, he was also one of the game’s early defensive superstars. Here’s my painting of “Bad Bill” with the Brooklyn Superbas in 1903, based on the photography of Carl Horner.
December 5, 2025 at 2:55 PM
On this day in 1950, Bill Dahlen passed away at the age of 80. While his power numbers are above average for the era, he was also one of the game’s early defensive superstars. Here’s my painting of “Bad Bill” with the Brooklyn Superbas in 1903, based on the photography of Carl Horner.
On this day in 1890, Bob Shawkey was born in Sigel, PA. One of the smartest pitchers in baseball, he won 20 games four times and was on 7 American League pennant-winning teams. Here’s my painting of him with the Yankees in 1926, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.
December 4, 2025 at 2:51 PM
On this day in 1890, Bob Shawkey was born in Sigel, PA. One of the smartest pitchers in baseball, he won 20 games four times and was on 7 American League pennant-winning teams. Here’s my painting of him with the Yankees in 1926, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.
More work into Dazzy. What a look.
Seriously, I *love* those Dodger teams of the ‘20s and ‘30s.
Seriously, I *love* those Dodger teams of the ‘20s and ‘30s.
December 4, 2025 at 1:12 AM
More work into Dazzy. What a look.
Seriously, I *love* those Dodger teams of the ‘20s and ‘30s.
Seriously, I *love* those Dodger teams of the ‘20s and ‘30s.
Happy to donate to the International Women’s Baseball Center on #GivingTuesday! Anybody care to join me?
www.iwbc.org/donate/
www.iwbc.org/donate/
December 2, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Happy to donate to the International Women’s Baseball Center on #GivingTuesday! Anybody care to join me?
www.iwbc.org/donate/
www.iwbc.org/donate/
On this day in 1847, James Laurie “Deacon” White was born in Caton, NY. Though a standout catcher of his era, he actually played all 9 positions very effectively. Here’s my painting of him with the Detroit Wolverines in late April of 1886, based on the photography of Frank Tomlinson.
December 2, 2025 at 1:02 PM
On this day in 1847, James Laurie “Deacon” White was born in Caton, NY. Though a standout catcher of his era, he actually played all 9 positions very effectively. Here’s my painting of him with the Detroit Wolverines in late April of 1886, based on the photography of Frank Tomlinson.
On this day in 1904, Dick Seay was born in West New York, NJ. He was perhaps best known as a part of the “Million Dollar Infield” with the Newark Eagles, and was a defensive standout throughout his career. Here’s a color study of him with the Cangrejeros de Santurce in 1948.
December 1, 2025 at 3:59 AM
On this day in 1904, Dick Seay was born in West New York, NJ. He was perhaps best known as a part of the “Million Dollar Infield” with the Newark Eagles, and was a defensive standout throughout his career. Here’s a color study of him with the Cangrejeros de Santurce in 1948.
Wow, I feel old. Happy 56th birthday to Mariano Rivera! What a joy it was to watch him play--certainly wish I still could. Here’s my painting of him coming into a game during the 2004 ALCS, based on the photography of the late great Anthony Causi.
November 29, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Wow, I feel old. Happy 56th birthday to Mariano Rivera! What a joy it was to watch him play--certainly wish I still could. Here’s my painting of him coming into a game during the 2004 ALCS, based on the photography of the late great Anthony Causi.
Beyond grateful to have a very crowded studio. Beyond grateful to do something I love for a living. Beyond grateful to have you all in my corner.
Happy Thanksgiving from Brooklyn!
Happy Thanksgiving from Brooklyn!
November 27, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Beyond grateful to have a very crowded studio. Beyond grateful to do something I love for a living. Beyond grateful to have you all in my corner.
Happy Thanksgiving from Brooklyn!
Happy Thanksgiving from Brooklyn!
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"I say we take off and nuke the site from orbit. It's the only way to be sure."
November 27, 2025 at 2:30 AM
"I say we take off and nuke the site from orbit. It's the only way to be sure."
On this day in 1958, Ernie Banks was named the NL’s Most Valuable Player, easily outdistancing a 2nd place Willie Mays. He batted .313, hit 47 homers and drove in 129. Uhhh, not bad. Here’s my painting of the great man at Ebbets Field, based on the photography of Marvin Newman.
November 25, 2025 at 9:33 PM
On this day in 1958, Ernie Banks was named the NL’s Most Valuable Player, easily outdistancing a 2nd place Willie Mays. He batted .313, hit 47 homers and drove in 129. Uhhh, not bad. Here’s my painting of the great man at Ebbets Field, based on the photography of Marvin Newman.
On this day in 1914, Joseph Paul DiMaggio was born in Martinez, CA. The most graceful Yankee of all, and a consummate winner—in his thirteen seasons, he won NINE World Series. Absolutely demented. Here’s my painting of him at Fenway Park in July of 1938.
November 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
On this day in 1914, Joseph Paul DiMaggio was born in Martinez, CA. The most graceful Yankee of all, and a consummate winner—in his thirteen seasons, he won NINE World Series. Absolutely demented. Here’s my painting of him at Fenway Park in July of 1938.
Better, closer, warmer…
November 25, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Better, closer, warmer…
On this day in 1920, Stan Musial was born in Donora, PA. He might not have done too well as a pitcher, but he got his hits. 3,630 of ‘em, while batting .331 over the course of 22 years. Here’s my painting of the man in 1942, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.
November 21, 2025 at 9:59 PM
On this day in 1920, Stan Musial was born in Donora, PA. He might not have done too well as a pitcher, but he got his hits. 3,630 of ‘em, while batting .331 over the course of 22 years. Here’s my painting of the man in 1942, based on the photography of Charles Conlon.
Happy 56th birthday to Ken Griffey Jr! Here’s my painting of him as a youngster with the San Bernardino Spirit (High-A California League) in 1988, based on the photography of VJ Lovero. Card collectors my age (or any, really) should recognize the image.
November 21, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Happy 56th birthday to Ken Griffey Jr! Here’s my painting of him as a youngster with the San Bernardino Spirit (High-A California League) in 1988, based on the photography of VJ Lovero. Card collectors my age (or any, really) should recognize the image.
On this day in 1988, Carl Hubbell passed away at the age of 85. Best remembered for a devastating screwball, he was one of the best pitchers of his era. He also happens to be a personal favorite. Here’s my painting of him warming up before the 1934 All-Star Game at the Polo Grounds.
November 21, 2025 at 2:29 PM
On this day in 1988, Carl Hubbell passed away at the age of 85. Best remembered for a devastating screwball, he was one of the best pitchers of his era. He also happens to be a personal favorite. Here’s my painting of him warming up before the 1934 All-Star Game at the Polo Grounds.
On this day in 1951, John Preston “Pete” Hill passed way at the age of 69. The five-tool player was considered one of the first superstars in black baseball. Here’s an in-progress painting of him with the Chicago Leland Giants in 1907, facing the Cuban Stars of Havana at Logan Park.
November 20, 2025 at 2:43 AM
On this day in 1951, John Preston “Pete” Hill passed way at the age of 69. The five-tool player was considered one of the first superstars in black baseball. Here’s an in-progress painting of him with the Chicago Leland Giants in 1907, facing the Cuban Stars of Havana at Logan Park.
On this day in 1921, Roy Campanella was born in Philadelphia, PA. Can a catcher win the NL MVP three times and still be underappreciated? Well, he is. Here’s my small painting of him at Wrigley Field in 1950, which was used in Topps’ 150 Years of Baseball card set in 2019.
November 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM
On this day in 1921, Roy Campanella was born in Philadelphia, PA. Can a catcher win the NL MVP three times and still be underappreciated? Well, he is. Here’s my small painting of him at Wrigley Field in 1950, which was used in Topps’ 150 Years of Baseball card set in 2019.
On this day in 1966, Sandy Koufax retired at the age of 30. Dealing with chronic pain in his left elbow for many years, his doctors had actually suggested he retire before the ‘66 season. Instead, he won his third Cy Young. Here’s my painting of him based on the photography of Robert Riger.
November 19, 2025 at 2:05 AM
On this day in 1966, Sandy Koufax retired at the age of 30. Dealing with chronic pain in his left elbow for many years, his doctors had actually suggested he retire before the ‘66 season. Instead, he won his third Cy Young. Here’s my painting of him based on the photography of Robert Riger.
Progress is progress, I suppose. But man, Tyrus needs some help.
November 18, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Progress is progress, I suppose. But man, Tyrus needs some help.
Got this guy back from the photographers today: my painting of Josh Gibson depicted with the Homestead Grays at Greenlee Field in 1937. Love that expression.
November 17, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Got this guy back from the photographers today: my painting of Josh Gibson depicted with the Homestead Grays at Greenlee Field in 1937. Love that expression.
On this day in 1966, Roberto Clemente edged out Sandy Koufax to win the NL MVP. The Pirates' 32-year-old right fielder batted .317, hit 29 home runs and drove in 119 runs for the third-place club. Here’s my painting of him basking in the sun (and stretching his neck) in October of 1972.
November 16, 2025 at 9:39 PM
On this day in 1966, Roberto Clemente edged out Sandy Koufax to win the NL MVP. The Pirates' 32-year-old right fielder batted .317, hit 29 home runs and drove in 119 runs for the third-place club. Here’s my painting of him basking in the sun (and stretching his neck) in October of 1972.
On this day in 1908, José Méndez one-hit the visiting Reds, 1-0, in the first contest of a 14-game barnstorming trip. It was the start of 25 consecutive scoreless innings against the first major league club to ever play in Cuba. Here’s my painting of him with Almendares in 1910.
November 15, 2025 at 3:58 PM
On this day in 1908, José Méndez one-hit the visiting Reds, 1-0, in the first contest of a 14-game barnstorming trip. It was the start of 25 consecutive scoreless innings against the first major league club to ever play in Cuba. Here’s my painting of him with Almendares in 1910.
On this day in 1911, John Jordan "Buck" O'Neil was born in Carabelle, FL. It's hard to say whether I've ever seen a better ambassador for the game (especially the Negro Leagues) in my lifetime, though I doubt it. Here's a color study of the man with the Kansas City Monarchs in 1948.
November 13, 2025 at 11:54 PM
On this day in 1911, John Jordan "Buck" O'Neil was born in Carabelle, FL. It's hard to say whether I've ever seen a better ambassador for the game (especially the Negro Leagues) in my lifetime, though I doubt it. Here's a color study of the man with the Kansas City Monarchs in 1948.
On this day in 1904, William Halley Harding was born in Wichita, KS. Though he played football, professional baseball and basketball, his greatest work came as a columnist who crusaded for civil rights causes. Here’s a color study of him with the Philadelphia Bacharach Giants in 1931.
November 13, 2025 at 6:18 PM
On this day in 1904, William Halley Harding was born in Wichita, KS. Though he played football, professional baseball and basketball, his greatest work came as a columnist who crusaded for civil rights causes. Here’s a color study of him with the Philadelphia Bacharach Giants in 1931.