A Cincinnati native, lifelong Reds fan, father of 3 boys and husband of one wife. My favorite ballpark has to be the living history museum that is Fenway Park. I've traveled to about half of the current MLB ballparks, plus a few others that are no longer with us like Shea, Turner Field, and Old Yankee Stadium. I started Ballpark Savvy to make your next ballpark trip more fun and affordable.
Jake Cain
A Cincinnati native, lifelong Reds fan, father of 3 boys and husband of one wife. My favorite ballpark has to be the living history museum that is Fenway Park. I've traveled to about half of the current MLB ballparks, plus a few others that are no longer with us like Shea, Turner Field, and Old Yankee Stadium. I started Ballpark Savvy to make your next ballpark trip more fun and affordable.
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake Cain 50 years ago, centerfielders at Yankee Stadium had to worry about these gigantic stone slabs because they were in play. 😮 pic.twitter.com/Q7RgGSscTZ — Codify (@CodifyBaseball) January 22, 2024 Why Was Monument Park In Play? Originally, Yankee Stadium’s 500 ft. center field distance meant that Monument Park did not interfere with play. The monuments were placed in the spacious outfield as tributes, starting with a memorial to Miller …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainThe Chalmers Award, granted between 1911 and 1914, holds a special place in baseball lore as one of the sport’s earliest accolades to celebrate exceptional performance. Introduced by Hugh Chalmers of the Chalmers Motor Car Company, it was awarded to the Major League Baseball player with the highest batting average at season’s end. Not just a title, the award carried substantial clout and incentive by bestowing a brand-new …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainRare Leaf baseball cards are iconic collectibles in the sports hobby world, known for their unique charm and historical significance. Their emergence in the late 1940s marked a pivotal revival in the baseball card industry, capturing the likenesses of fresh star players who had not yet been featured on such cards due to a hiatus during World War II. Heralding from a time when the gum card market …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainThe shortstop position in baseball, characterized by athleticism, agility, and stellar defensive play, has been graced by numerous talented individuals through the history of the sport. Shortstops like Honus Wagner, who dominated the game in the early 20th century, set high standards for both offensive and defensive prowess. The role of what’s expected of a shortstop has ebbed and flowed over the years, but the best of the …
Last Updated: June 18th, 2026 by Jake CainLet’s face it. It’s hard to compare a guy who played in the 1920’s to a current player playing the 2020’s. That said, it’s fun to try. We’ve reviewed all the stats, offensive and defensive, heard from people in our Facebook group and we’ve updated our list of the top 20 third baseman of all time. We’re counting down from 20, so be sure to scroll to the …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainIn the high-stakes world of Major League Baseball, a few Herculean records have stood the test of time, resisting the relentless march of progress and the ambitions of new stars. These titanic milestones are more than just numbers; they are the Everest of baseball feats, scaling heights that seem to defy the gravity of the sport itself. From the Ironman legacy of Cal Ripken Jr.’s 2,632 consecutive games …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake Cain Fun Facts About Moe Berg A Most Unlikely Spy In the annals of baseball lore, few characters are as compelling as Moe Berg. His career was distinguished not so much by RBIs or home runs, but by stealth missions and secret intelligence. While his .243 batting average was unremarkable, the man who sported number 7 for teams like the Brooklyn Robins and the Boston Red Sox was …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainWhen we think of Jackie Robinson, we often focus on his groundbreaking role as a civil rights pioneer — the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era. Yet, a recent YouTube video exploring the depths of Robinson’s athletic prowess makes a compelling case: he might just be one of the greatest, and perhaps most underrated, athletes in American history. Jackie Robinson’s Lost …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainLet’s imagine together for a moment. If Babe Ruth hopped in a time machine and played in today’s MLB, how would he do? According to the video below, he “wouldn’t last 2 seconds.” Take a look: Babe Ruth’s legendary status in baseball is unchallenged, but how would he fare in the contemporary game with its hard-throwing pitchers and high-tech analysis? It’s fascinating to ponder if the Sultan of …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainNote: this article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase using one of these links, I may be paid a referral fee at no expense to you. When any baseball fan starts listing parks they want to visit, Wrigley Field is sure to be near the top of the list. Wrigley Field is one of the last two true historic ballparks left standing. With so many …
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