Judge Landis Enjoys a Round of Golf During His MLB Commissionership
The page from the April 1940 issue of Baseball Magazine features a photograph of Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis, who served as the first Commissioner of Major League Baseball (MLB). In the image, he is depicted enjoying a round of golf in Florida, highlighting a rare moment of leisure outside of his official responsibilities. Landis was known for his significant role in shaping the MLB during his tenure from 1920 until his death in 1944, particularly in enforcing rules and maintaining the integrity of the game during a time of upheaval, including issues related to gambling and player conduct. His authoritative presence in the league helped to restore public trust in baseball following the Black Sox Scandal of 1919.