Tag: Baseball history
Unlikely Timing: Blake Snell’s No-Hitter in Brisbee
Blake Snell threw a no-hitter in his first start for the San Francisco Giants after the trade deadline. This was a historic moment for...
Ted Williams’ Legendary All-Star Moment: A 25-Year Retrospective
Matt Damon was in for a surprise when he received a call to meet Ted Williams at the Four Seasons. Excited to meet the...
MLB Record Tied: Twins Infielder Hits in 12th Straight At-Bat
Jose Miranda, the Minnesota Twins infielder, has achieved something remarkable in Major League Baseball history by tying a record for getting a hit in...
Baseball’s ‘Galileos’: Pioneers of Change Before the Strikeout Craze
Baseball has undergone significant changes over the past two decades, with a focus on maximizing strikeouts becoming an industry-wide obsession. The Missing Bats series...
Barry Bonds’ Hilarious Response to Derek Jeter on Facing Satchel Paige
The historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama was buzzing with Major League Baseball action on Thursday night, with a special focus on the Negro...
Willie Mays Death and the Arrival of Major League Baseball in Birmingham
Baseball has a rich history in Birmingham, Alabama, especially among the Black community. Back in the 1940s, when baseball was everything, fans would flock...
Johnny Bench reminisces about Willie Mays trying to steal signs in a funny encounter
Willie Mays, the legendary baseball player, passed away at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished forever. One of...
MLB Greats Compared to Willie Mays: Bob Costas’ Picks
Willie Mays was undoubtedly a baseball legend, known for his remarkable skills and achievements. His unique combination of hitting prowess, defensive excellence, and overall...