Whitey Herzog, a legendary figure in Major League Baseball, passed away on April 16, 2024. Known affectionately as “The White Rat,” Herzog left an indelible mark on the game, particularly through his innovative strategies that prioritized speed and defense.
This rare film clip shows Detroit manager Ty Cobb and one of his pitchers, Earl Whitehill, on a visit to a Detroit-area jail in the early 1920s.
The Chicago White Sox have a checkered history, which makes it interesting to choose their All-Time Team. Many of their greatest players did not spend their entire
On the 17th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day, the dearth of black players in baseball is a concern for some observers of the sport. In a program
For decades in the 19th century, the only major league team in Chicago was the Chicago White Stockings of the National League, who went on to become
Whitey Ford, legendary big game pitcher for the Yankees in the 1950s and 1960s, and best friend to Mickey Mantle, has died.
This is part of a series on the greatest players in the history of a franchise based on the advanced statistic called WAR (Wins Above Replacement). First
This interview aired on CNBC in 2002, with Tim Russert showing his love for baseball as he talks with one of the greatest batteries in history, Yogi
On Easter Sunday, Carlos Gomez drew the wrath of Pirates’ pitcher Gerrit Cole after performing a bat-flip of dramatic proportions. Cole felt he was being shown up,
In a playing career spanning two decades in the 19th century, Deacon White was a fine hitter and defensive player at both catcher and third base. He
It’s surprisingly difficult to select the greatest pitcher in the history of the Cincinnati Reds.
Hal Chase was a master instigator, bad teammate, and a criminal who nested himself among gamblers who conspired to throw the World Series. He survived in pro baseball because he was a brilliant defensive player. But, eventually his nefarious actions caused his banishment from organized baseball for betting against his own teams.
Both José Reyes and Garry Templeton were switch-hitting shortstops with speed and a strong arm. Both were good base stealers and both led the National League in triples a number of times. Both established themselves as stars in their early 20s, but each also had a knack for controversy.
The Designated Hitter (DH) rule in Major League Baseball has been a subject of debate and discussion since its inception in 1973. The introduction of the DH marked a significant departure from traditional baseball strategy and has sparked ongoing conversations about the role of pitchers in batting lineups.
Insight into Major League Baseball, tips on how to make betting on baseball games more lucrative, and some profitable lines.
After flirting with the .400 mark, Babe Ruth, the man who would rewrite the baseball record books, won his only batting title.
Observers insist Dick Redding could throw a baseball at least as fast as Walter Johnson. Yet, the color of his skin kept him from proving it in the white major leagues.
Easter was physically impressive: 6’4 and close to 250 pounds. He looked like a defensive end instead of a baseball player. He was a hulking, left-handed power hitter and a bit of an enigma. Few people knew where he was from or when he was born, and ultimately when Easter met his maker in a violent manner, he still clung to his secrets.
Former MLB pitcher Jim Abbott’s life is an inspiring journey. Abbott overcame the birth defect of having only one hand to transcend barriers in baseball. Abbott’s career as a one-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball was filled with achievements and historic moments, but he had to overcome jokes, self-deprecation, failure and pain along the way, showing that anyone can overcome their perceived limitations and fulfill their dreams.
Former manager Jim Leyland, who led the Florida Marlins to their first World Series title in 1997, has been elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
The game of baseball has produced a wide array of legendary players. If you love baseball, you should get acquainted with the best baseball players of all time.
Why Baseball Was Once Afraid of Gambling and How Times Have Changed
Baseball and gambling go way back, like two old buddies who’ve been together through thick and thin. From friendly wagers between players to millions of fans getting in on the action, MLB betting has come a long way, weaving itself into the baseball fan culture.
Have you ever been stuck when writing your essay or any other assignment? For sure, you have. This is one of the worst situations, and it’s crucial
Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Lemon was a larger-than-life sort of guy, loved by his teammates because he was fun off the field and a tenacious competitor on it.
Prepare to swing into baseball season as it returns to ballparks and TVs across North America! But what about cord-cutters who don’t have access to cable broadcasts of their favorite home team’s games? Don’t worry; follow our guide and you’ll be all set to catch every moment of the MLB season without cable.
In the late 1930s, MLB actually used a non-white baseball in a handful of regular season games.
After four brief cups of coffee with the team, the Houston Astros discarded John Mayberry at the 1971 Winter Meetings, trading him to Kansas City. The beefy
Who had the most hits in Major League Baseball in the 1930s? This baseball list looks at the top ten for that decade.
The most memorable aspect of Comiskey Park was a giant scoreboard in center field that was topped with pinwheels that lit up, spun, and “exploded” with sparks when a Chicago batter hit a home run or the White Sox won.