February 2nd

On This Date In Baseball History – February 2nd

Last Updated: February 2nd, 2024 by Jake Cain1925: N.L. Celebrates Golden Jubilee Year Where The League Was Founded In 1925, the National League (N.L.) commemorated its 50th anniversary. Established on February 2, 1876, it celebrated half a century as a cornerstone of professional baseball. The league’s origins trace back to the Grand Central Hotel in New York City, where delegates from existing baseball clubs convened to formalize its creation. This golden jubilee was a moment …

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Best MLB Fights

Best Fights in Baseball History: The Rivalries and Brawls That Defined the Game

Last Updated: February 1st, 2024 by Jake CainWe love baseball for a variety of reasons. In particular, fans often resonate with players who play the game with great passion. Legendary figures like Pete Rose come to mind, who seemed to play with a level of grit and hustle that most fans imagine they’d play the game with if they had the opportunity. Fortunately or unfortunately, depending on your perspective, players passion on the field sometimes …

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Most Intimidating Pitchers

The Most Intimidating Pitchers in Baseball History According To Fans

Last Updated: January 29th, 2024 by Jake CainThere are certain pitchers throughout baseball history that many hitters wanted no part of. (With good reason). While the likes of Nolan Ryan’s fiery fastball intimidated hitters, the psychological edge gained by pitchers like Bob Gibson through their no-nonsense attitude on the mound was equally fearsome. Other pitchers had a reputation for embarrassing hitters with devastating knuckleballs and unique deliveries that kept batters on their toes. We asked …

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Babe Ruth Funeral

Watch Fans Pay Tribute to Babe Ruth in Color – Babe Ruth Day and Funeral

Last Updated: January 29th, 2024 by Jake Cain Babe Ruth, the Sultan of Swat, is a name synonymous with baseball—a symbol of the game’s golden age and an enduring icon of American sports. Yet beyond the ballpark heroics, Ruth’s most profound impact may have been off the field, in his sincere commitment to youth and their development through baseball. As we delve into the details of Babe Ruth Day and reflect on his funeral—catalysts in …

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Best Cuban Players

17 Best Cuban Baseball Players in MLB History Ranked

Last Updated: January 25th, 2024 by Jake CainCuban baseball players have made indelible marks on Major League Baseball. Throughout MLB history, they have earned numerous accolades, including MVP awards, Gold Gloves, and multiple All-Star appearances. Outstanding statistics in batting, pitching, and fielding distinguish these players among their peers. From the legacy of trailblazers who integrated into American baseball, to the more recent defectors who have sought new opportunities in the MLB, Cuban athletes have made …

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Best Catchers All-Time

The 24 Best Catchers in Baseball History Ranked

Last Updated: January 24th, 2024 by Jake CainAn elite catcher behind the dish is a huge weapon that most baseball teams do not have. The best catchers in MLB history could get it done both defensively and offensively, which is a rare but coveted combination in baseball. Here’s our list of the 24 best catchers in baseball history. Johnny Bench Johnny Bench cemented his legacy as a key figure in the Cincinnati Reds’ lineup, known …

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Not First Ballot Hall of Famers

First Ballot Snubs: Legendary Players Who Didn’t Get Into Baseball’s Hall of Fame Right Away

Last Updated: January 24th, 2024 by Jake CainIt’s a curveball that’ll leave even the most die-hard fans scratching their heads. Think all baseball legends nab a first-ballot Hall of Fame nod? Think again. Stars like Joe DiMaggio and Cy Young, iconic to the core, didn’t make that immediate leap to Cooperstown glory. As we gear up to unveil a lineup of surprising legends who hit a home run in their careers but struck out on …

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First Ballot Hall of Famers MLB

MLB First Ballot Hall of Famers: I Can’t Believe Who’s Missing!

Last Updated: January 24th, 2024 by Jake CainYou’d think legends like Joe DiMaggio and Cy Young would’ve been automatic first-ballot Hall of Famers, right? Wrong. They, along with other baseball heavyweights like Jimmie Foxx and Yogi Berra, didn’t make the cut on their first swing at Cooperstown. It turns out, even some of the sport’s untouchables had to play the waiting game. So, who actually got the instant nod to the Hall? Here’s a list …

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HOF Worthy

Snubbed! The 28 Baseball Stars Overlooked by the Hall of Fame

Last Updated: February 19th, 2024 by Jake CainJoe Mauer’s recent first-ballot Hall of Fame induction has turned the spotlight on the metric of Wins Above Replacement (WAR), and how much it really matters in terms of ranking how great a player actually was. Joe Mauer had the lowest career WAR of this year’s inductees, with a career total of 55.2 (250th all-time according to Baseball Reference) WAR, or Wins Above Replacement, is a statistic that …

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