This Year Produced the Greatest Future Baseball Players
In which year were the greatest “baseball babies” produced?
In which year were the greatest “baseball babies” produced?
Of the third basemen who were standouts in baseball history for a stretch of time, Clift may be the most unrecognized. But, for about ten seasons, toiling at the bottom of the American League standings, Clift was a valuable player, with no glaring weakness.
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.
Nashville may receive an MLB expansion franchise soon. Which means it’s a good time to look back at Biz Mackey, the Hall of Fame catcher who is likely the greatest pro baseball player to ever represent Nashville.
MLB’s next expansion team may be located in Salt Lake City. Here’s a history of professional baseball in that Utah city.
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.
Brian McCann went from starring in high school in Georgia to playing behind the dish for the Atlanta Braves. He was a multiple All-Star, and a rare power threat at his position.
Adrian Beltré was an entertainer who happened to play baseball. He had a playful sense of humor, and in the three primary cities in which he played, Beltré became a fan favorite. One of the singular unique players of his generation, Beltré never forgot that he was playing a game.
After flirting with the .400 mark, Babe Ruth, the man who would rewrite the baseball record books, won his only batting title.
Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer have been elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame
Gary Sheffield never cared much what people thought of him. Now, that may be backfiring on the former All-Star slugger. In the latest results of the Baseball Hall of Fame voting by the writers, Sheffield fell shy of gaining election in the 10th and final time his name will be on that ballot.
This article examines some forgotten figures in baseball history.
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.
Stuffy McInnis was the best fielding first baseman in the American League for nearly a decade, and he was employed by two of baseball’s greatest dynasties.
How the Continental League, led by William Shea, spurred MLB to expand by four teams in the early 1960s
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.
Securing a Major League Baseball team involves a comprehensive assessment of a city’s capabilities. Factors such as fan interest, market size, and stadium facilities play a critical role in determining the feasibility of hosting an MLB team.
Why the Hall of Fame shouldn’t change Andre Dawson’s plaque.
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.
After more than two decades in the big leagues, there is so much to unpack when considering the career of Miguel Cabrera. His resume would make some Hall of Famers jealous.
Remembering Frank Howard, the feared power hitter of the 1960s with the Senators and Dodgers.
The apparent false accusation that ruined Trevor Bauer’s MLB career and the furor from sports media over it, tells us a lot about our culture and “due process”
The passing of Hall of Fame third baseman Brooks Robinson at the age of 86 has robbed the world of one of the nicest people to ever live. Brooks was a treasure, first to his family and friends, and anyone who was lucky enough to meet him.
The 2023 baseball season has been nothing short of spectacular. From unexpected team turnarounds to records being shattered, it’s been a year to remember for baseball fans worldwide. Whew! What a whirlwind of a season.
One of the most unique players in baseball history, Brett Butler was not of his time, he was like a time traveler from another era. While baseball was pumping itself up with dumbbells, Butler was a puny little guy, a sliver of a man who looked like he could disappear down the drain in the clubhouse showers.
Was Joe DiMaggio the most perfect ballplayer in baseball history?
There are a slew of outlandish stories about Hall of Fame catcher Ernie Lombardi that seem too remarkable to be true.
Darryl Kile was taken far too soon. His life touched many people, not only his family and friends, but also his teammates and fans. His no-hitter in 1993 will always be a significant highlight in the history of the Astros.
It’s difficult to imagine Joe DiMaggio in any uniform other than the classic pinstripes of the Yankees. But for several years in the 1960s after his playing career. Joltin’ Joe wore the green and yellow of the A’s.
One of the problems of being really good when you’re young is that expectations are set very high. That’s what happened to Mike Trout. He had arguably the best first five seasons of any position player, all before his 25th birthday. But now, as he navigates his 30s, the outfielder is facing the reality of being human.