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Baseball
Take me out to the ballgame, the baseball game, that is! The baseball category is all about the game of baseball, America's pastime. Questions include what a baseball is made of, what bats are the best to use, what the bullpen is, and much more!
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What brand of batting gloves do most Major League Baseball players use?
Most MLB players use Nike Sphere Batting Gloves or Mizuno Vintage Fit Batting Gloves.
How do you figure out the playoff spots for baseball?
I assume this is a question concerning the MLB. There are 2 "leagues" in the MLB- American League (AL) and National League (NL), making a total of 30 teams. The AL has 14 teams, and the NL has 16 teams. Each League has 3 Divisions (West, Central, and East). Each division, at the end of the regular season (162 games) will have a Division winner, which is the team out of each division with the best overall record (all games, not just divisional games). For instance, the NY Yankees are in the AL East, and could be 100-62, which the Boston Red Sox (also AL East) could be 99-62. The Yankees would win the Division. All Division winners are guaranteed the Playoffs. This only provides 3 teams, though, and 4 are needed for a complete bracket. Thus the Wild Card team, which is the team (who did not win its Division) with the next best overall record amongst all League Divisions. Thus 4 teams in the AL Playoffs (AL Division Series (ALDS)) and 4 teams in the NLDS. The four winners of both of the Division Series play in the ALCS and NLCS (Championship Series), and the winners of that play each other in the World Series. Here is what the Bracket would look like: AL Division Winner vs. AL D. Winner, AL D Winner vs. AL Wild Card ALDS winners: play each other in ALCS (same process for National League) ALCS winner vs. NLCS winner in World Series Hope this helps.
How many times has the Chicago Cubs played in the World Series?
The Chicago Cubs have won two World Series titles. The last was in 1908, the other in 1907.
In 1907 they beat the Detroit Tigers 4 games to 0, and in 1908 they again beat the Tigers 4 games to 1.
What do you call the players in a baseball team?
The usual position of the shortstop is somewhere between 2nd and 3rd base and about 60ft behind the base line. The second baseman similarly stands between 2nd base and 1st base and behind the base line. Against left-hand batters, the shortstop is closer to second and the 2nd baseman stand closer to first, as a rule. Both fielders adjust left or right and deeper or shallower depending on the hitter.
What is the most number of strikeouts Nolan Ryan has thrown in one season?
Can't swear this is all of them, but I found 13 ...
1) Roberto Alomar (7 times) and Sandy Alomar Jr. (2 times). Ryan also struckout the brothers' dad, Sandy Sr., 5 times.
2) Felipe Alou (1 time), Matty Alou (5 times), and Jesus Alou (1 time).
3) Cal Ripken Jr. (4 times) and Bill Ripken (4 times).
4) Carlos May (15 times) and Lee May (11 times).
5) Eddie Murray (7 times) and Rich Murray (1 time).
6) Graig Nettles (22 times) and Jim Nettles (7 times).
7) Phil Niekro (1 time) and Joe Niekro (1 time).
8) George Brett (18 times) and Ken Brett (1 time).
9) Ollie Brown (2 times) and Oscar Brown (1 time).
10) Tony Gwynn (9 times) and Chris Gwynn (1 time).
11) Jose Cruz (2 times) and Hector Cruz (1 time).
12) Mike Davis (1 time) and Mark Davis (1 time).
13) Dane Iorg (3 times) and Garth Iorg (1 time).
How and where do you write to former Red Sox player Johnny Damon?
Thats just an idea I thought of when I wanted to write to a Red Sox player.
-- Jessie
A group called "Atlanta Spirit" bought the Atlanta Thrashers, Atlanta Hawks, and the rights to Philips Arena in 2003 and the deal was finalized in 2004.
AOL Time Warner was the previous owner, but sold the teams and arena to reduce its large debt.
Of course, since the above was written, the Atlanta Thrashers have been sold to True North Sports & Entertainment of Winnipeg and have moved from Atlanta to Winnipeg.
Is baseball and soccer popular in the Caribbean?
Yes, in fact baseball is the most popular in Venezuela. There is a major league baseball team in every big city. Then, the champion goes to play in the Caribbean Series.
How many games are in the baseball season?
The 1915 season was officially 154 games long. However, several teams played less than that due to rainouts, cancellations, etc. It was more difficult to make up games in 1915 so a few were just cancelled.
When and where was baseball player Kid Carsey born?
Kid Carsey was born October 22, 1872, in New York, NY, USA.
Who played in the most games for the New York Yankees?
- Mickey Mantle
- Derek Jeter
- Lou Gehrig
- Yogi Berra
- Babe Ruth
- Bernie Williams
- Roy White
- Bill Dickey
- Don Mattingly
- Joe DiMaggio
Is Willie Mays of the San Francisco Giants still alive?
Yes. The onetime "Say-Hey Kid" celebrated his 86th birthday on May 6, 2017, and he frequently is seen at San Francisco Giants home games at AT&T Park. He is considered by many to be the greatest living major league player.
What city ever won championships in nfl football and mlb baseball in the same year?
In terms of calendar years, it has happened three times:
- On January 12, 1969, the New York Jets won Super Bowl III with a 16-7 victory over the Baltimore Colts. On October 16, 1969, the New York Mets defeated the Baltimore Orioles in the 66th World Series.
- On January 21, 1979, the Pittsburgh Steelers won Super Bowl XIII with a 35-31 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. On October 17, 1979, the Pittsburgh Pirates bested the Baltimore Orioles in seven games in the 76th World Series.
- On February 1, 2004, the New England Patriots were victorious in Super Bowl XXXVIII with a 32-29 victory over the Carolina Panthers. On October 27, 2004, the Boston Red Sox won their first World Series championship in 86 years, sweeping the St. Louis Cardinals in four games.
In terms of overlapping seasons, it has happened four times:
- The 1970 Baltimore Orioles won the World Series in five games over the Cincinnati Reds. The 1970 Baltimore Colts were crowned Super Bowl V champions, although the title game wasn't played until January 17, 1971.
- The 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates' World Series title was followed by a repeat Super Bowl victory by the 1979 Pittsburgh Steelers, who defeated the Los Angeles Rams, 31-19, in Super Bowl XIV on January 20, 1980.
- The 1986 New York Mets captured the 83rd World Series in seven games over the Boston Red Sox. The 1986 New York Giants won Super Bowl XXI on January 25, 1987 over the Denver Broncos, 39-20.
- After the 2004 Boston Red Sox ended their decades-long World Series drought, the 2004 New England Patriots won their third Super Bowl title in four seasons. On February 6, 2005, the Patriots defeated the Philadelphia Eagles, 24-21, in Super Bowl XXXIX.
The baseball you have could be a New York Yankees team signed baseball, and by narrowing it down to one year it might be worth more. Mickey Mantle and Johnny Mize played on the Yankees together from 1951 -1953. Team signed baseballs from this time period sell between $1,000.-$5,000. The more expensive year being 1951 the only year Manlte and DiMaggio appear on the same baseball. If the other 25 signatures are just random players not on the Yankees, or on the Yankees from various years you have a Mickey Mantle Multi signed Baseball, and could be worth between $600.-$1,000. more or less depending on the other 25 players. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the baseball. Prices may also vary based on the amount of signatures, and key signaturesacquired. The more complete the baseball with key signaturesthe more valuable.
Visit the Team Signed Baseball Price Guide Link located towards the bottom of this page. The price guide features links to full team rosters to help you figure out what year the baseball is from. Searching for the players that played the least amount of time for the team will help you figure it out quicker. Once you have narrowed it down to one year the price guide also provides a list of key signatures for that year. These signatures are the most important on getting top value.
Prior to the World Series, no. A Wildcard team is the 4th seed teem and faces the top seed in their respective league in the first round, unless the top seed is in the same division. If a Wildcard reaches the World Series, it's a different story. Since 2003 the Home-Field is determined by the winner of the All-Star game. The league that wins the All-Star Game gets home-field. There is no clause in this instance that prevents a wildcard team from having home-field advantage.
Can a batter run to first on a passed ball?
If the passed ball was a result of strike three (with fewer than 2 outs), and first base is unoccupied, the batter can ATTEMPT to run to first base before being thrown out by the catcher. (He is not ENTITLED to first base).
He is entitled to first base if the pitch was ball four, whether the ball is a passed ball or not.
How many weeks are in a baseball season?
The number of game a professional baseball player can play depends on his position, health and manager. There are usually 7 games a week and depending on the team schedule sometimes there is an off day on Monday or Thursday. A healthy starting position player (a player who on defense plays as an infielder, outfielder or catcher) could play every game of the week. However, managers sometimes give their players a day off for health reasons or just a normal day off. Also bench players only play when the managers decide to put them in the game, so they only play 3 or 4 games a week. Moreover, pitchers play considerable less games than position player. Relief pitchers, those who pitch in the middle of the game, could play 2 to 4 game depending on the manager and the players abilities. Starting pitchers usually play at least once week and 1 or 2 starters pitch twice a week. Most baseball teams have 5 starters and pitchers are usually given 4 days of rest. Therefore, in a week of 7 games two pitchers on a team could pitch twice.
What is the Width of the baseline runner baseball?
The width of the baseline is irrelevant if applied correctly. The outside of the foul line should be even with the outside of the 1st and 3rd base bag in a straight line from home plate (with home plate being in fair territory) to the fence. The key to putting a foul line down is making it wide enough that it is visible from all points on the field so a ball can be clearly seen if fair or foul. Most common foul lines are around 4 inches in width, but like i said this is irrelevant to the game play if applied correctly ---Tigersy2k3
Why don't MLB pitchers pitch two nights in a row?
Generally starting pitchers don't pitch two nights in a row because the act of starting a game and pitching a standard amount of innings (5-8) is extremely taxing on the arm. Pitching two nights in a row for a starting pitcher can be very dangerous for their arm, and if they did start two nights in a row, they would most likely be ineffective in the second game. That said, relief pitchers can pitch two games in a row, although pitching more than two games in a row is also very hard on their arm. Relief pitchers throw fewer innings than starting pitchers, and their arms are used to pitching more frequently.
What is the average pitching speed in MLB?
Let's start by stating the obvious, that velocity is not usually recorded as a statistic, or on a pitch chart by a pitchers coach. Therefore, there is no real record logged of pitch speed for each pitch. With no speeds recorded, we can't get an exact answer to the average speed of pitches in major league baseball.
Secondly, pitchers throw a variety of pitches, each that usually fall in a range of velocity for that type of pitch. Fastballs, obviously are faster, and *most* pitchers zoom them by batters anywhere from 88-97 MPH consistently.
Different factors play a part. Older pitchers (with some exceptions) generally have learned to be a crafty pitcher, and less of a flamethrower. Some exceptions are Roger Clemens of the Houston Astros, who at the ripe age of 43, still manages to pump his fastball into the mid-to-upper 90's. Other fastballers have taken a little off, and work the movement of the pitch. Greg Maddux of the Chicago Cubs, throws a 2-seam fastball that moves slightly sideways and down, but is just as effective at speeds of 87-92 MPH.
Curve balls are obviously slower, as their trajectory and grip are different. Look for these to fall in the 74-88 range. Bert Blyleven had a nasty curve in his pitching days in Minnesota and through his career.
Sliders can generally fall in the 84-91 MPH range.
Change-ups are designed to be slower, but use the same arm speed. It relies on friction from the hand and fingers to slow the ball down as it is released, in hopes of catching a batter off-guard and upset his balance and timing. Change-ups can be anywhere from 60-80 MPH.
Finally, there's the knuckleball. The result is anyone's guess. Even the pitcher who throws it isn't sure what the ball is going to do. It might shift from left to right. It might tumble downward. It might do both. It might do nothing. It can be thrown with speeds anywhere of 55-75 MPH.
So, the answer to the question is, no one knows exactly! Until MLB keeps records of pitch velocities and can exact a science of recording speeds accurately, then they probably won't. Radar guns are prone to report different speeds on the same thing.
An interesting side note, Guinness Book of World Records credits Houston Astros pitcher Nolan Ryan with the fastest pitch ever, a 100.9-mph heater from 1974 against the White Sox.
Major League Scouts consider 90 mph an average major league fast ball. 95 mph is considered a plus fastball velocity, and +97-98 mph a plus, plus velocity.
the 90 range is a good speed for an mlb pitcher. some pitchers do pitch in the high 80s though. real good pitchers pitch 100mph too
Randy Johnson threw a 103 mph fastball.
Who wore number 35 for the New York Yankees?
- Frank Barnes
- Earle Combs
- Dusty Cooke
- Tommy Heinrich
- Ken Holloway
- Ralph Houk
- Elston Howard
- Art Jorgens
- Bill Karlon
- Johnny Neun
- Eddie Phillips
- Steve Sundra
Where do the San Diego Padres play?
PETCO Park is an open-air stadium in downtown San Diego, California. It opened in 2004, replacing Qualcomm Stadium as the home park of Major League Baseball's San Diego Padres. Before then, the Padres shared their stadium with the San Diego Chargers (of the NFL). The stadium is named after the animal and pet supplies retailer PETCO, which is based in San Diego and paid for the naming rights. Since the retailer spells its name in all capital letters, the ballpark name is in all caps as well. It is affectionately nicknamed "The Litter Box." Address & Phone:
19 Tony Gwynn Way
San Diego, CA 92101
(619)795-5000 Seating Capacity:
42,445 fixed seats Dimensions:
Left-Field Line: 334 feet
Left Field: 367 feet
Left-Field Alley: 401 feet
Center Field: 396 feet
Right-Field Alley: 400 feet
Right Field: 382 feet
Right-Field Line: 322 feet Construction Cost:
450 million
