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What is a joe dimaggio pin worth?

There were many different Joe DiMaggio pins sold over the years. For the lack of a description of your pin I will assume that the pin you have just reads Joe DiMaggio on it along with his picture. The most popular pins with this description are the PM10 Stadium Photo Pins. These Souvenir pins were commonly sold at baseball Stadiums from 1947 -1966. some came with an attached ribbon, or and Bat, ball, and glove Charms. A Joe DiMaggio PM10 pin which comes in 6 different variations sell between $75.- $350. The most common size for these pins are 1 3/4 " pictures the ballplayer in black & white with different color background, and the players name at the bottom. The different variations of this pin include; Green, Black, White, Light Blue, White Circle, and one with a facsimile autograph. The White Circle variation has the highest value, and the light blue background is the most common with the lowest value. The other pins, for the most part sell in the $200. -$300. price range in excellent -near/mint condition.

Who are the farm teams for the Pittsburgh Pirates?

Indianapolis Indians (AAA), Altoona Curve (AA), Brandenton Marauders (A)

Why is red dirt used at ballparks?

The short answer is because it's pretty. Baseball dirt or infield mix does not need to be red for any reason. Gray, and brown infield mixes are available, and in the past they were more popular than they are today. We've been searching for the last several years for a good source of naturally red clay and sand, because that's what coaches ask for. Last year we finally hit it. Often times brick dust, calcined clay, or shale like Game-On Red is installed on a baseball field. Brick dust is of course red, and almost all topping products are dyed red because that's what coaches ask for. Game-On for example has a natural color product that we sell, but nobody buys it. It's naturally a grayish brown, but every coach I've ever talked to asks for red even though the natural color is cheaper. You can read more than you'd ever want to know about baseball dirt at www.fraziersfieldrepair.com

What is the value of baseball buttons from the early 20th century that feature baseball players photos?

It really depends on the buttons you are talking about and what condition they are in...I have seen individual buttons go for $10-$20 depending on the player and condition. 1915 baseball PM1 Ornate Pins have a price range of $1,000.-$4,000. These pins are one of the most distinctive and popular of all early baseball pin issues. Sometimes referred to as the "fancy border pin set," PM1s are designed with an oval real photo set in an ornately designed mount. A total of approximately 25 different PM1s are known to exist. A Babe Ruth PM1 pin was recently discovered that was not known to exist before.

1930 Cracker Jacks 25 Pin Set. These great pieces of baseball memorabilia Believed to have come from boxes of Cracker Jacks. The Pins came with a tinted Yellow to a gray tone background. Lou Gehrig tops off this 25 pin set witch has sold $1,500. Pins that are graded will sell at a higher price. Common pins sell in the $25.-$35. price range, $50 - $100. for other stars.

Below I will leave a link for more information, and a link to other vintage pins

Where can you get a black Red Sox jersey like in the movie 'Fever Pitch'?

I don't remember that jersey from the movie and I don't really plan on watching it again, but here is something like you're talking about:

http://www.footballfanatics.com/MLB_Boston_Red_Sox_Jerseys_Mens/Majestic_Boston_Red_Sox_Charcoal_Fashion_Replica_Jersey

What is the value of a baseball register by Sporting News from 1944?

A 1944 TSN Baseball Register in very nice condition (cover intact, pages clean and untorn) would have a value of about $50-60.00. In mint condition the value would be about $100-120.00. The Sporting News started printing the register in its current format in 1940. Most of the books during the first 10 years or so, are valued in the $50.00 - $75.00 range. The first register (1940) with Ty Cobb on the cover would have a value closer to $150-200.00 in extra nice condition. The Dimaggio cover register of 1950 is about $100.00.

What did Bill James invent?

James actually invented a system for collecting and analyzing baseball with mathematics. It is called Sabermetrics.

What MLB team has the most wins in a 162 game season?

When the American League expanded to 10 teams in the 1961 season their schedule was lengthened to 162 games. When the National League expanded to 10 teams in the 1962 season their schedule was lengthened to 162 games.

Did Nolan Ryan ever have Tommy John surgery?

No, it does not appear that Nolan Ryan ever had this type of surgery.

When did baseball player Gary Christenson play?

Gary Christenson debuted on September 1, 1979 and played his final game on July 3, 1980.

How many Cy Young Awards did baseball pitcher Gaylord Perry have?

Gaylord Perry was an outstanding pitcher for the eight baseball teams he played for. His excellent pitching won him two Cy Young Awards. One was in 1972 with the Cleveland Indians and in 1978 with the San Diego Padres.

Why arent the Cleveland Indians known as the Spiders anymore?

The Indians have never been known as the Spiders. The Cleveland Spiders were a National League team between 1889-1899. They were contracted after the 1899 season along with teams from Washington, Baltimore, and Louisville. When the new American League team in Cleveland was formed in 1901, they were known as the Blues. They were the Bronchos in 1902 and the Naps from 1903-1914 before settling on the Indians in 1915.

Who coined the phrase 'walk off home run'?

"There's no way I would have gotten into the Hall just strictly as a reliever," Eckersely said. "Being a starter had to have something to do with distancing me from some of the other relievers." Eckersley is credited with coining the phrase "walk-off homer" -- and one of the worst nights of his career included one. He allowed Kirk Gibson's game-winner in the opener of the 1988 World Series, which propelled the Los Angeles Dodgers to the title in five games. "I had the ultimate walk-off in the World Series (and) a lot of pain in those walking offs," Eckersley said. from HoustonChronicle, Jan 7,2004 article by Richard Justice.

What teams did Hank Aaron play for?

He played for the Milwaukee Brewers

He only played a couple of seasons with the Brewers between stints with the Braves. He played with the Braves when they were in Milwaukee before the Brewers existed. He later played again with the Braves after they had moved to Atlanta.

How many one hitters for Steve carlton?

Steve Carlton threw 6 complete game one hitters.

1) June 19, 1968 against the Cubs winning 4-0.

2) April 25, 1972 against the Giants winning 3-0.

3) September 27, 1975 against the Mets winning 8-1.

4) June 5, 1979 against the Astros winning 8-0.

5) July 4, 1979 against the Mets winning 1-0.

6) April 26, 1980 against the Cardinals winning 7-0.

The 1968 one hitter was with the Cardinals and the rest were with the Phillies.

Is a baseball bat a natural resource?

A baseball isn't a natural resource, but what its made of are natural resource. Some natural resources in Baseball Bats are wood, metal, lead, and plastic (the grip)

If the pitch dropped during delivery does not cross a foul line shall be called a no pitch?

it's a no pitch if it does not cross the foul line. if it crosses the foul line it's a ball

What players played for the 1995 Cleveland Indians?

The players who have played for the 1995 Indians are Bud Black, Dennis Cook, Mark Clark, Paul Assenmacher, Alan Embree, Jason Grimsley, John F arrell, Orel Herisher, Albis Lopez, Ken Hill, Dennis Martinez, Charles Nagy, Jose Mesa, Chad Ogea, Eric Plunk, Gregg Olson, Jim Poole, Paul Shuey, Joe Roa, Julian Tavarez, Sandy Alomar, Tony Pena, Jesse Levis, Eddie Tucker, Paul Sorrento, Carlos Baerga, Omar Vizquel, Jim Thome, David Bell, Herbert Perry, Alvaro Espinoza, Billy Ripken, Albert Belle, Kenny Lofton, Manny Ramirez, Ruben Amaro Jr, Jeromy Burnitz, Wayne Kirby, Brian Giles, Dave Winfield and Eddie Murray.

What is opposite of home run in baseball?

There is no exact opposite. An out could be an antonym, so could a walk.

Who is the Oakland pitcher who Hank Aaron hit a home run off of?

Vida Blue in 1975 and Jim Todd and Glenn Abbott in 1976. All three were with the bases empty.