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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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When was the last tie in Major League Baseball?
To my knowledge There has been only one tie, and that came in the year of 1973. On May 19th, 1973, the game between the Atlanta Braves and My LOS ANGELES DODGERS. Their record was 95-66-1 the game ended in a 7-7 tie Wow crazy. And a pretty good record that year to boot. In that year the Designated hitter was introduced in the American League.
Who is on pace to break Barry Bonds home run record?
As of the August 18, 2010, only Albert Pujols (397 home runs) and Alex Rodriguez (604 home runs) are on pace to break Barry Bonds home run record.
However, the Nationals signed the first overall pick of the 2010 draft in Bryce Harper, and he is the most hyped power hitter in decades. As a 16 year old, Bryce hit a 500+ foot home run in the stadium of the Tampa Bay Rays during a home run contest, the furthest home run ever hit in the stadium. At just over 17 years old, this kid could easily break the home run record if his game translates into the pros.
What are baseball gloves made of?
Making a baseball glove is the hardest thing in the world to make out of leather. The average glove takes approx 3hrs to produce. See video from Akadema on how gloves are made.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcGiBodC-Mo
What position did most MLB managers play prior to managing?
Of the 30 men who in charge of major league ballclubs, 12 were once catchers. They are: Mike Scioscia (Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim), Bruce Bochy (San Francisco Giants), Bob Melvin (Oakland A's), Ned Yost (Kansas City Royals), Joe Maddon (Chicago Cubs), Mike Matheny (St. Louis Cardinals), Jeff Banister (Texas Rangers), A.J. Hinch(Houston Astros), Kevin Cash (Tampa Bay Rays), Scott Servais (Seattle Mariners), Brian Snitker (Atlanta Braves) and John Gibbons (Toronto Blue Jays).
In what year was the Hank Aaron Award first awarded?
The Hank Aaron Award honors the best overall hitter in each league. The first year it was awarded was 1999 and the winners were Manny Ramirez (AL) and Sammy Sosa (NL).
What is has the most strikeouts in Major League Baseball?
actually Charles radbourn had 441 strikeouts but they still don't count that season there for nolan Ryan holds the record with 383 strikeouts
What is the longest major league winning streak to begin a season?
44 games by Willie Keeler of the 1897 Baltimore Orioles.
How many years did Roberto Clemente play in the big leagues?
Roberto Clemente was a member of the Pirates teams that won the World Series in 1960 (against the Yankees) and 1971 (against the Orioles). He batted .310 in the 1960 Series and .414 in the 1971 Series.
How many inches is a baseball home plate?
The dimensions of a five-sided baseball home plate are: 17 inches by 8 1/2 inches by 8 1/2 inches by 12 inches by 12 inches, cut to a point at rear.
Is a pitcher or catcher credited with a putout on a strikeout?
The pitcher is credited with a strikeout. The catcher is credited with the putout, unless the batter-runner has to be retired at first base with a throw from the catcher. In that case, the catcher would get an assist and the base man covering first would get the putout.
Source(s):Senior League Baseball World Series information director; Official Baseball Rules: 10.09(b)(1), 10.10(b)(1), 10.15(a)What teams did Cy Young pitch for?
Cy Young pitched for the following teams: 1890-1898: Cleveland Spiders - NL (The Spiders were contracted in 1900)
1899-1900: St. Louis Perfectos - NL (The Perfectos are now the Cardinals)
1901-1908: Boston Americans/Red Sox - AL (The Americans changed their name to Red Sox in 1908)
1909-1911: Cleveland Naps - AL (The Naps are now the Indians)
1911: Boston Braves - NL (The Braves now play in Atlanta) The Naps released Young in the 1911 season and he caught on with the Braves to finish out his career. Cleveland Spiders (1890 - 1898)
St. Louis Perfectos (1899 - 1900)
Boston American/Red Sox (1901 - 1908)
Cleveland Naps (1909 - 1911)
Boston Rustlers (1911)
Which New York Yankees player was born in October 1931?
Mickey Mantle was born on October 20, 1931 and made his Major League debut on April 17, 1951 with the New York Yankees.
Is it possible to get 4 outs in one inning?
YES! A very weird situation has to happen though. With runners on 2nd and 3rd and 1 out, a line drive is caught by the 2nd baseman. The runner on 3rd runs on contact (without tagging). The runner on 2nd can't get back to the base. Instead of just tagging 2nd base for the 3rd out, the 2nd baseman runs after the runner and tags him AFTER the runner on 3rd touches home. When the 2nd baseman went after the runner, it became a "pickle" situation. The other runner's run counts (if it was scored before the tag) unless the defense appeals to 3rd where the runner left early and therefore would be the 4th out. Confusing, but true. 1st out- before the situation 2nd out- Caught line drive 3rd out- tag of runner 4th out- appeal to 3rd where runner left early.
How many games did the New York Yankees win in 2012?
1
Going into the final game of the 2012 season, the Yankees do not have to win. If the Yankees and Baltimore Orioles both lose, the Yankees win the division.
UPDATE: The Yankees clinched the division on the final day of the season. The Yankees won their game and the Orioles lost.
When were the two Yankee Stadiums built?
The new Yankee Stadium was built in 2008-2009 and open for the 2009 season. The old Yankee Stadium (the house that Ruth built) was dedicated in 1923. Prior to that, the Yankees (known as the Highlanders then) played at Hilltop Park, in 1913 the Yankees moved to the Polo Grounds (also home to the New York Giants) and played there until Yankee Stadium was built in 1923.
What is the World Series trophy called?
The Commissioner's Trophy. The current design has been in use since 2000 and was made by Tiffany and Co. The trophy features 30 flags, one for each team. Unlike the other three leagues, it's not named after a specific person. A new trophy is made each year for the winner.
Who won the 1930 World Series?
The New York Giants defeated the Washington Nationals 4 games to 1. Click on the '1933 World Series' link on this page to see a game by game breakdown.
How many pennants have the New York Yankees won in a row?
How much do baseball players get paid?
In a free economy all prices are set by the interaction of supply and demand. This is as true for salaries in sports as it is anywhere. Sports fans demand to see the best players. The best players, by definition since they are the "best," are in very short supply.
A question that can't really be answered. Why does anyone earn the wage they do? Because that's how much the company can afford to pay you and still make a profit.
Which team has the record for pitching the most strikeouts in one season?
Matt Kilroy holds the record for most strikeouts by a pitcher in a single season with 513 in 1886. Nolan Ryan holds the modern day record with 383 in 1973.
