Michael went to his first game at the age of four and has been hooked ever since. He lives in Queens with his fellow Mets fan wife, their son, three cats and bearded dragon. He’s worked in the past for MLB.com as an editor. Connect with Michael on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjgfreelance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">LinkedIn</a>.
Michael Griffin
Michael went to his first game at the age of four and has been hooked ever since. He lives in Queens with his fellow Mets fan wife, their son, three cats and bearded dragon. He’s worked in the past for MLB.com as an editor. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn.
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinAside from politics, few things inspire debates and heated arguments more than sports. Let’s take the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY. Some see it as baseball’s most exclusive club for only the great legends, while others think it should be more of a museum. That means the doors sometimes swing open for players who make fans and historians scratch their heads. From Veterans Committee surprises to …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinPlaying any professional sport in front of your hometown folks has to create an enormous amount of pressure. It can make some players want to be traded elsewhere or drastically underperform. Not Joe Mauer. The kid from St. Paul came to the league at the tender age of 20, just shy of his 21st birthday, and stayed there for a decade and a half. He was as cool …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinEarlier this season, Yankees fans watched in horror as Oswaldo Cabrera was carted off the field after a gruesome ankle injury at home plate. While we hope for his full recovery, it’s a stark reminder of baseball’s cruel uncertainties. From the dead-ball era to modern times, these devastating injuries didn’t just end seasons – they altered careers, changed rules, and left an indelible mark on America’s pastime. Here …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinRemember when baseball movies weren’t just about the game, but about the American spirit itself? When Robert Redford’s swing could bring tears to your eyes, and James Earl Jones’s voice made you believe in magic? These twelve unforgettable films capture not only our national pastime but also the very heart of who we are. Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jack – we’re heading to the movies. “Field of …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinThey say you can’t steal first base – a lesson some recent speedsters like Billy Hamilton and Terrance Gore never quite mastered. But for these 13 legends, getting on base was just the beginning of the nightmare they created for pitchers, catchers, and managers who lost sleep trying to stop them. From Rickey’s trademark crouch when taking a lead to Lou Brock’s dirt-kicking slides, these masters of the …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael Griffin Baseball has always had its heroes, but some players were true villains. These people were far worse than just seeming to always do well against your favorite team. There was a dark side, and the fans picked up on that. Whether through their on-field antics, off-field controversies, or their knack for getting under everyone’s skin, these 20 players earned their place in baseball’s hall of infamy. Pete …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinRemember when baseball was played without iPads in the dugout and million-dollar personal coaches in the bullpen? The 1980s weren’t just a different era – they were a different planet. For today’s MLB stars, stepping into that time would be like trying to play ball in steel-toed boots while chain-smoking Marlboros. No Personal Pitching Coaches Between Innings Today’s pitchers have more coaches than a Little League tournament. Back …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinBefore instant replay and robot umpires entered the chat, there was pure baseball theater—the art of the manager-umpire showdown. These confrontations weren’t just arguments; they were performance pieces that had fans reaching for their disposable cameras and gathering around water coolers the next morning. From dirt-kicking to base-stealing (literally), here are the most explosive dugout-to-diamond face-offs ever recorded. Earl Weaver vs. Bill Haller: The Mic’d Up Masterpiece (1980) …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinRemember when a simple bat flip could start a bench-clearing brawl? Even taking a longer home run trot could end up with someone getting a ball in the rib cage. Then came social media highlight reels and MLB’s “Let the Kids Play” campaign. As a result, hitters became more creative with their wooden-bat acrobatics. Yes, some pitchers and managers still consider it one of baseball’s ultimate signs of …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinBefore launch angle was a thing, these legendary switch-hitters were launching balls into the bleachers from both sides of the plate. From the golden age of baseball to the modern era, these dual-threat sluggers made pitchers uncomfortable no matter which arm they were throwing with. Let’s take a nostalgic trip back to celebrate the greatest hitters who delivered powerful swings from either side of the plate. Mickey Mantle: …
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