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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 is MLB career like?

It can be extremely stressful. Between getting sent down and called up, the vigorously brutal travel in the minor leagues and being traded. Also the arbitration cases and free agency are not the easiest things to deal with. Struggling when you're on thin ice is something that at times makes you want to break down and cry. Not being able to control your life is the hardest part but when you earn a steady spot in a place you feel you belong in your career and it's worth it.

Who was the last team to use a 3 man rotation?

I was looking for the answer to this question my self, I have part of the Answer to my knowledge it was the Red's and Steve Avery was the third man in that Rotation I am looking for the other people

Why did Robert clemente become so interested in baseball?

it was everyones dream to become a famous baseball player

Pitched a No hitter in both leagues?

1) Nolan Ryan: AL no hitter 1973 (2), 1974, 1975, 1990, 1991 - NL no hitter 1981.

2) Cy Young: AL 1904, 1908 - NL 1897.

3) Jim Bunning: AL 1958 - NL 1964.

4) Randy Johnson: AL 1990 - NL 2004.

5) Hideo Nomo: AL 2001 - NL 1996.

What is bill swift's fastest pitch?

The top end on his fastball maxed out around 92 mph.

Who stitches MLB baseballs?

Rawlings has the MLB contract to produce their baseballs. Their manufacturing takes place in Costa Rica and the balls are stitched by hand by factory workers.

If a batter reaches base on an error is it an official at bat?

Yes. The only time it is not an official "At Bat", is if a batter reaches base on a base on balls, hit by pitch or catcher interference. A batter is also not charged with an "At Bat" if he hits a sacrifice fly (a fly ball out that results in a runner tagging up and scoring), or a sacrifice bunt that advances a runner or runners. He is also not charged with an "At Bat" if the batter reaches base as a result of an error on a sacrifice fly or sacrifice bunt.

Why don't they eliminate the Milwaukee Brewers from Major League Baseball?

Why should the Brewers be eliminated from MLB, they are a successful franchise in a city that loves the game.

What first basemen for the Pirates wore number 7?

Justin Morneau wore it last year for the Pirates after being traded from the Twins

Team roster for Cleveland Indians 1958?

The players on the 1958 Cleveland Indians roster were Gary Bell, Brodowski, Chuck Curn, Jim Constable, Don Ferrarese, Mike Garcia, Mudcat Grant, Bob Kelly, Bob Lemon, Morrie Martin, Cal McLish, Don Mossi, Ray Narleski, Steve Ridzik, Herb Score, Tomanek, Hoyt Wilhelm, Hal Woodeshick, D. Brown, Russ Nixon, JW Porter, Earl Averill, Bobby Avila, Chico Carraquel, Billy Harrell, Fred Hatfield, Billy Hunter, Randy Jackson, Billy Moran, Vic Power, Larry Raines, Mickey Vernon, Preston Ward, Vic Wertz, Rocky Colavito, Larry Doby, Gary Geiger, Rod Graber, Carroll Hardy, Woodie Held, Roger Maris, Minnie Minoso and Hal Naragon.

Is a swing arm a baseball term or motorcycle component?

A swing arm is a motorcycle component. It is the main part of the rear on a motorcycle as it got its name because people had to "swing" their arms to get up on the seat.

Did the people in the Civil War play baseball?

Which civil war? There have been hundreds.

  • English Civil War
  • War of the Roses
  • AmericanCivilWar
  • CrimeanCivilWar
  • Etc
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What was the first Cleveland professional baseball team?

The first MLB team was the Cleveland Blues that started play in 1879. The Blues disbanded after the 1884 season.

What number is Jorge Posada?

Jorge Posada has worn five numbers with the Yankees.

20- from 1997 to 2011

22- in 1997

41- in 1996

55- in 1996

62- in 1995

What game was lost because the runner did not step on first base?

You may be referring to "Merkle's Boner" in which he did not step on second base but ran off the field to avoid a mob but was later called out.

In September 1908, the Cubs were at the Giants. With a 1-1 score in the bottom of the 9th, the Giants had runners on first and third with 2 outs. The runner on first base was Fred Merkle, a 19-year old rookie. The guy at the plate lined a single into the outfield; the runner on third came home, apparently getting the win for the Giants. The fans swarmed the field...Merkle saw his teammate touch home and figured the game was over so he hustled off the field to avoid the mob. But since there were 2 outs, a forceout at second base ends the inning and the run does not count, even if it crosses before the forceout is made.

The Cub secondbaseman Johnny Evers ran to the outfield to get the ball and touch second. A fan allegedly picked it up and threw it as far away as he could to prevent it. Evers eventually did come up with a ball, showed it to the umpires and stepped on second base. The umpire called the out and since order couldn't be restored the game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Because of the tie the Giants and Cubs ended up tied for first place. The Giants lost the 1-game playoff and the Cubs went on to the World Series.

What drills make you become a better hitter in baseball?

Try getting the "Hit-A-Way". This tool is awesome for improving hitting.

What is hank doing now?

Since December 1980, he has served as senior vice president and assistant to the Braves' president. He is the corporate vice president of community relations for TBS, a member of the company's board of directors and the vice president of business development for The Airport Network.

When did baseball player Blackie Carter play?

Blackie Carter debuted on October 3, 1925 and played his final game on September 26, 1926.

What is the value of a 1960 pirates program?

A 1960 Pittsburgh Pirates Scorecard is worth about $15.-$25. in excellent - near/mint condition. As with all collectibles, condition is the most important factor of all providing that the item is authentic. With programs/scorecards the slightest flaws will bring the price down significantly. An exceptional mint condition scorecard could sell for more.

Common flaws would be staining, foxing (yellowing), fading, stains, creases, rips, loose pages, cracked binding, and writing on the cover. Un-scored programs will generally sell at a higher price than a scored program but sometimes it doesn't effect value. The over all condition, and how well the cover displays will.

The value on a "scored" program as opposed to a un-scored program can vary depending on the game, and collectors preference. In general I would say an un-scored program will sell at a higher price.