John Rocker, a controversial closer, exemplifies baseball's Hall of Shame.

11 MLB Stars Fans Loved to Hate

Last Updated: September 8th, 2026 by Michael SchatzThere are so many reasons for a fan to love or hate a player. Rarely is a baseball player so widely hated that it becomes a communal thing for fans to come together on. That being said, we're going to go over some of the most hated MLB players in history. Now it's hard to really have an entire fandom against a single player, so I know that …

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Andy Van Slyke making a catch, showcasing his defensive skills as a top 1980s centerfielder.

8 Centerfielders Who Redefined the ’80s

Last Updated: October 23rd, 2026 by Matthew BrownThe 1980s were such an eccentric time in baseball. I think it was a transition period from such a golden age in the 1970s to an era where steroids were about to have a big effect on the game. That being said, centerfielders were an intrinsic part of baseball still in this decade. We've got a list of the best who patrolled the largest area of the outfield. …

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Mark McGwire celebrating a home run during the iconic chase that defined the steroid era.

Steroid-Era Stars and Cooperstown: A Debate That Never Ends

Last Updated: September 24th, 2026 by Matthew BrownThe steroid era will always mar baseball history. It is an unfortunate conundrum for Hall of Fame voters to deal with. The Hall of Fame is about baseball history and should be able to tell its story whether it's good or bad. As of right now, it has held out a lot of the bad. Whether you like it or not, these 10 players were a big part …

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30 Atlanta Braves Who Meant the Most to the Franchise

Last Updated: August 25th, 2026 by Jake CainWhen we talk about baseball, we always think about teams like the Yankees or the Red Sox, even the Dodgers nowadays. But we cannot forget that one of the cornerstone franchises in baseball's success is in Atlanta. So many Hall of Famers, so many superstars, and so many icons that helped to move this sport forward. We want to celebrate those who made the Braves one of the …

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11 Cy Young Awards That Still Don’t Make Sense

Last Updated: September 14th, 2026 by Matthew BrownThe Cy Young Award is so special and unique to this game of baseball. It has gotten to the point where we will debate for hours as a fanbase on who should win the award every single year. At least there are more than a handful in history that we can look back on and ask ourselves, "what were we thinking?" Let's go over the most obvious snubs …

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The 30 Reds Who Defined Cincinnati Baseball

Last Updated: September 10th, 2026 by Matthew BrownThe Cincinnati Reds are one of the most underrated franchises in baseball history. Why do I say that? Because there have been such highs and lows throughout its history that I think fans don't know where they can rank an organization like the Reds among the more obvious top franchises. That being said, we've got some undeniable historic Reds to cover in this article. How We Made This …

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Garry Templeton in action, showcasing his skills as a top MLB shortstop of the '80s.

The 11 Shortstops Who Owned the 1980s

Last Updated: October 15th, 2026 by Matthew BrownI think every baseball fan has their own personal favorite shortstop in history. It's such a unique name compared to all of the other positions that it naturally has a bit of mystique to it. We wanted to focus on the 1980s for this position and talk about who decidedly owned the decade with their smooth play and sweet swings as the superstars they were. 11. Alfredo Griffin …

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Freddie Freeman at bat, showcasing his talent as a top hitter for the Braves.

The Bats That Built Atlanta: The Braves’ Greatest Hitters

Last Updated: August 17th, 2026 by Michael SchatzGeorgia has a rich sports history. It's one of the cornerstones of athletics in the South. It's also hard to believe that it took Major League Baseball until 1966 to put a team in Atlanta. Going to a Braves game now, you couldn't imagine it being anywhere else. The culture is rich, the talent is big, and we put a list together of some of the best batsmen …

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Tim Wakefield, known as the Knuckleball King, during his tenure with the Boston Red Sox.

The Red Sox Pitchers Nobody Can Argue With

Last Updated: August 26th, 2026 by Michael SchatzFenway Park can be a tough place to pitch. There is no way around it. With the Green Monster being so close to home plate and the rest of the outfield being tough to cover, it can be a wonder how any pitcher can have a great season in Boston. The thing is, you can be surprised at how easy it was to accumulate 20 pitchers for this …

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Center Field’s Finest: A Tour Through Baseball’s Best

Last Updated: August 13th, 2026 by Michael SchatzIn baseball, the five-tool player is one of the most highly regarded among scouts. They have to have high contact, home run power, great speed, gold-glove ability, and a big arm. There is no position on the field that demands all five as much as center field. We put together 20 of the best to ever roam the area throughout history. Everyone has their favorite, and we hope …

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