Eddie Gaedel

The Day a 3-Foot-7 Pinch Hitter Changed Baseball Forever

Last Updated: March 5th, 2024 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 …

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Best Names in Baseball

100 Most Unforgettable Names In Baseball History: Memoriable Names that Range from Hilarious to Iconic

Last Updated: March 4th, 2024 by Jake CainSome of these names are so crazy, you’re going to think they’re fake. From awesome names like “Cool Papa Bell” to names that probably led to a tough middle school experience like “Jack Glasscock” and “Johnny Dickshot,” we’ve covered 100 of the most memorable names throughout baseball history. Thanks to our fans on Facebook for helping us find some of these gems! Cool Papa Bell James Thomas “Cool …

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Jeter Fenway Park

“It Made Me Feel Extremely Proud” Red Sox Fans Surprise Derek Jeter In Final Fenway At Bat

Last Updated: March 1st, 2024 by Jake CainDerek Jeter’s storied 20-year career with the New York Yankees came to a close not with a final home run or a last game-winning play, but with an RBI single and a host of heartwarming gestures at Fenway Park, the home of his long-time rivals, the Boston Red Sox. The emotional departure, masterfully captured by MLB.com, was an illustration of the respect Jeter commanded within the sport, transcending …

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1920 Fatal Pitch

The Fatal Fastball of 1920: Unraveling the Tragic Moment Baseball Changed Forever

Last Updated: March 1st, 2024 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. …

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Pitchers Imitated

25 Pitchers That Every Kid Imitated Growing Up

Last Updated: February 29th, 2024 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 …

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JFK 1962 All Star Game

This 1962 All-Star Game Highlight Reel Made Me Miss Baseball’s Past

Last Updated: February 29th, 2024 by Jake CainThe 1962 MLB All-Star Game remains a shining moment in baseball’s storied history, a contest rich with action, a presidential pitch, and a pantheon of baseball legends. RetroSeasons brought the game’s magic to the present with their highlight reel, holding a mirror to a past where the National League triumphed in a tight contest, culminating in a 3-1 victory at the newly minted DC Stadium in Washington. A …

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Polo Grounds' stairs

The Polo Grounds Then & Now: Revisiting One of New York’s Iconic Sports Venues

Last Updated: February 29th, 2024 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 …

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Babe Ruth Airplane

Watch Babe Ruth Catch a Ball Dropped From an Airplane

Last Updated: February 29th, 2024 by Jake CainThe legacy of Babe Ruth, baseball’s heralded Sultan of Swat, is crystallized not only in his home run records but also in stunts that sound like they’re ripped from the pages of a comic book. One such tale, detailed by ESPN TikTok, was his astonishing catch of a baseball dropped from an airplane in 1926—a feat that defied both baseball norms and gravity. On July 22, 1926, a …

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Last Game At Connie Mack Stadium

“There Was Massive Destruction Going On” – Fans Relive The Final Game At Connie Mack Stadium

Last Updated: February 28th, 2024 by Jake CainWhen Bob from Morristown, New Jersey, stepped into Connie Mack Stadium on October 1st, 1970, he became a participant in a pivotal moment in baseball history: the final goodbye to the beloved park that had been home to the Philadelphia Phillies for over six decades. This memory, captured by the Sports Gaming Channel, reflects on a day that was less about the game and more about saying farewell …

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