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 GriffinBefore Robin Ventura learned the hard way that charging the mound against a 46-year-old Nolan Ryan was like bringing a knife to a gunfight, baseball fans had already witnessed two decades of the Express dominating Major League Baseball. From his first no-hitter in Kansas City to his final 98-mph fastball with a torn ligament, Ryan didn’t just pitch—he redefined what was humanly possible on a mound. When He …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinBaseball’s been around for well over 100 years. During that time, there have been numerous incredible plays by both infielders and outfielders, as well as pitchers, that have left everyone’s jaws dropping. That includes the professionals playing on the field. To be honest, this slideshow could have reached 100. Instead, we’ll trim it down to a more manageable 23. However, if you think we’ve missed one, we’ve left …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinThere’s something magical about seeing your favorite baseball players step out of the dugout and onto a Hollywood set. Whether it’s a home run king appearing on MacGyver or a Yankees star arguing about hair on a cartoon, these unexpected crossovers gave us some of television’s most delightful moments. Here are 12 times baseball stepped up to the plate in Hollywood – and knocked it out of the …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinThe thing about Wade Boggs was that he got his career started relatively late for someone who was a superstar. The Red Sox initially didn’t like his singles-hitting approach, and he was 25 when he got everyday status. Albert Pujols was 21 when he got called up, for example. Boggs made the most of his time, though, carving out a Hall of Fame career. Here are 10 times …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinTony Gwynn didn’t look too much like a prototypical hitter. He always had a paunch that grew with time and age, and while he had some speed earlier in his career, he had to become savvier on the basepaths later. But he could always put the bat on the ball. How good was he? He stymied some of the best pitchers in the game — more on that …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinOver the years, thousands of players have made the Major Leagues. That means a lot of baseball cards were printed. That’s also a lot of statistics to be printed and photos to be taken. That also meant some things could slip through the cracks when it came to proofing them. Some of them were innocent, like “The 19-year-old right-hander is only 18!” while others … well, you’ll see. …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinBaseball isn’t just about grand slams and perfect games – sometimes it’s about those gloriously human moments that make us laugh. From playful player interactions to mascot mayhem, these unforgettable bloopers remind us why America’s pastime is also America’s funniest sport. Here are 14 moments that prove even the pros can’t help but crack up on the diamond. When Steve Lyons Dropped His Pants at First Base (1990) …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinIn an era where players seem to change teams as often as they change their socks, these legends chose to stay put. From the dawn of free agency through the mega-contract era, these 11 stars turned down the siren song of bigger markets and fatter paychecks to become one-team icons. Their loyalty helped define not just franchises, but entire cities. Cal Ripken Jr.: Mr. Oriole’s 21-Year Baltimore Love …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinDuring its 100-plus years, baseball has had its cheaters. John McGraw would hold runners’ belts to slow them down. Some teams would purposely grow their grass long to let their faster runners have a better chance of getting a hit. In modern times, few pitchers sparked more controversy than Mike “Scuff” Scott. The Houston Astros ace had batters seeing ghosts during the 1986 season, with his pitches making …
Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Michael GriffinBefore the current obsession of pitching velocity took hold, baseball’s mound was a stage for some of the most creative, unorthodox, and flat-out bizarre pitching motions ever witnessed. These weren’t just deliveries; they were signature performances that left batters scratching their heads and fans reaching for their cameras. From full-body contortions to physics-defying mechanics, these 15 hurlers turned pitching into performance art. Satchel Paige’s “Hesitation Pitch” Paige’s hesitation …
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