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Where the Color Line Cracked: March 17’s Overlooked Moments

June 17, 2026March 17, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake Cain1871: Founding of the National Association On March 17, 1871, a foundational moment in professional baseball occurred with the creation of the National Association of Professional Base Ball Players. This establishment marked a significant evolution from amateur clubs to a more organized professional league, setting the groundwork for modern professional baseball leagues. The National Association brought forth a unified set of rules and a championship system, captivating audiences …

Denny McLain, Legal Trouble, and Baseball’s Messiest Career

June 17, 2026March 16, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake Cain1900: Formation Of The Chicago White Stockings In The A.L. In 1900, the American League introduced a new team to Chicago, situated on the city’s South Side. This team, taking on the White Stockings moniker, created a fresh identity that harked back to the National League‘s former name for the Chicago squad. Integrating themselves into the American League, the White Stockings quickly became a significant player in the …

5 Births and Blowups That Made March 15 Matter

June 17, 2026March 15, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake Cain1945 Dodgers Spring Training At Bear Mountain In the shadow of World War II, the Brooklyn Dodgers convened an unorthodox spring training at Bear Mountain, New York, with a lean squad of just 15 players. These preparations were indicative of the era’s stringent travel limitations, compelling MLB teams to seek geographically convenient locales. Despite these constraints, the Dodgers’ 1945 spring training was a testament to baseball’s adaptability and …

Branch Rickey Saw a Future Ace in an 18-Year-Old Kid Named Drysdale

June 17, 2026March 6, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainIn an insightful piece from the Library of Congress’s Branch Rickey archives, we get a glimpse into the baseball luminary’s innate talent for spotting future stars. Known for breaking barriers by signing Jackie Robinson and pioneering the farm system, Rickey’s tenure with teams like the Dodgers and Pirates solidified his reputation as a talent scout par excellence. Among his numerous evaluations, one stands out: a 1954 report on …

Meet Eddie Gaedel, the 3-Foot-7 Man Who Made a Mockery of Baseball — and a Point

June 17, 2026March 5, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainIn a sport revered for its storied traditions and timeless legends, one short tale stands out with a lasting impact that reshaped the Major League Baseball (MLB) rulebook. The YouTube channel Baseball Doesn’t Exist recounts the extraordinary and controversial saga of Eddie Gaedel, the only little person to participate in a major league game. This curious event not only challenged the boundaries of professional baseball but also sparked …

Baseball’s Wildest, Weirdest, Most Wonderful Names

June 17, 2026March 4, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainSome of these baseball names are so outrageous, you’ll think we made them up. But we promise – every single one is 100% real! From outfielders with peculiar nicknames to pitchers with unfortunate surnames, we’ve compiled the 50 most hilarious, memorable names in baseball history. Thanks to our fans on Facebook for helping us uncover some of these gems! Now, let’s count down from #50 to the absolute …

Ted Williams’ Last Swing — and He Homered

June 17, 2026March 1, 2024 by Jake Cain

Ted Williams’ career finale at Fenway Park on September 28, 1960, became an iconic moment in baseball history—a story of perseverance, skill, and an unyielding commitment to excellence

The Pitch That Killed Ray Chapman

June 17, 2026March 1, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainIn the annals of baseball history, few moments are as chilling and consequential as the tragedy that unfolded on August 16, 1920, at the Polo Grounds in New York. Presented by The Baseball Professor, a recent video delves into the fateful pitch from submariner Carl Mays that led to the untimely death of Cleveland Indians’ beloved shortstop Ray Chapman and irrevocably altered the trajectory of Major League Baseball. …

25 Pitching Motions Every Backyard Kid Tried to Copy

June 17, 2026February 29, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainWhether it was a backyard game of Wiffle Ball or even throwing live BP to a friend, there are some pitchers that every kid grew up trying to imitate. It could have been a funky delivery like the Juan Marichal leg kick, or a special pitch we tried to master like a Phil Neikro knuckleball. Heck, maybe you were using psychological warfare and throwing inside heat like Bob …

Where the Polo Grounds Once Stood

June 17, 2026February 29, 2024 by Jake Cain

Last Updated: June 17th, 2026 by Jake CainThe Polo Grounds, once a cornerstone of New York City’s sporting life, encapsulates a century of memories, from the thunderous cheers of baseball fans to the strategic plays of football teams. Presented in a video by the Barnicle Brothers, this storied venue once stood as a cathedral for sports lovers before yielding to time’s march, transforming into a housing complex. But the legacy of the Polo Grounds is …