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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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Has 2k sports stopped making baseball video games?

Not yet, though it is likely that 2013 will be the last year that they do so.

When and where was baseball player Bernie Duffy born?

Bernie Duffy was born August 18, 1893, in Vinson, OK, USA.

When and where did baseball player Rey Quinones play?

Rey Quinones debuted on May 17, 1986, playing for the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park II; he played his final game on July 21, 1989, playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium.

When and where did baseball player Dale Sveum play?

Dale Sveum debuted on May 12, 1986, playing for the Milwaukee Brewers at County Stadium; he played his final game on October 3, 1999, playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium.

When was Coastal Carolina Chanticleers baseball created?

Coastal Carolina Chanticleers baseball was created in 1954.

How many players are there in major league baseball not pitchers?

The number of players on a major league team is 9, so if you don't count the pitcher, there would be 8. The American league also has a designated hitter (DH) who bats, but does not take the field on defense.

What two baseball clubs played a game in Washington DC in 1862?

In June of 1862, a baseball game was played in Washington DC. The National club beat the Washington team by a score of 62 to 22.

Can the runner jump over the catcher in little league baseball and land on home to score?

yes but you can not maul over the catcher In the 1979 Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA., a player jumped over the catcher. Grosse Pointe Woods-Shores, MI was playing Campbell, CA. in a semi-final game. Grosse Pointe centerfielder Mike Walkowiak scampered home as the throw came in. The throw beat Walkowiak and the Campbell catcher crouched low to make the inevitable out. Just then, Walkowiak hurdled high over the catcher and both feet landed on home plate without even coming close to the catcher. It was the go ahead run at the time, putting Grosse Pointe up 5-4. Mike's ingenuity wasn't enough, however, as Campbell went on to win the game 8-5.

Are the old Cincinnati Red Stocking and the Cincinnati Reds of today the same team?

Yes. The Cincinnati Red Stockings changed their team name to the Cincinnati Reds in 1882. They will remain the Reds until the present day with the exception of a six year period starting in 1953.

In fear that the teams name, the Reds, might be associated with communism the name was changed to the Redlegs. People were very paranoid about communism in the 1950s during the McCarthy era.

Why did Alexander cartwright make a diamond shape field?

The shape of a baseball diamond was designated by Alexander Cartwright because he wanted the field to be different than that of the field in the sport rounders. The rounders field is in the shape of a square, not a diamond.

What is a baseball prospect?

A Baseball Prospect is an up and coming player who has sparked much interest in the eyes of scouts, organizations, and coaches. Usually prospects have a GREAT amount of talent and are considered possible candidates for major league play or some other form of high level play like college or the minors.

What is the deal with some New York Yankees batting helmets being scuffed or beaten up especially Jorge Posada?

The baseball helmets worn by Jorge Posada and others such as Manny Ramirez, Vladimir Guerrero and the retired Craig Biggio, look especially bad due to the use of pine tar. The more pine tar used by the hitters and the more they fix their helmets while up at bat, will cause a distinct look, such as being scuffed and beaten up.

What is baseballs playoff format?

ThEre are division winners an wild card winners then they play each other until the world series champion.

Are Major League Baseball contracts fully guaranteed?

All major league contracts are guaranteed. So are NBA. NFL contracts are not guaranteed.

What MLB team replaced the Expos?

Washington Nationals, I believe they replaced them in 2005. Well, they really didn't replace them they just moved and changed their name.

When was Major League Gaming first founded?

MLG (stand for Major League Gaming) was fouded in 2002 by Sundance DiGiovanni and Mike Sepso. Major League Gaming competions have been broadcast on television and broadband sites.

Was Mike Shannon ever a catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals?

Yes. Shannon, now a broadcaster for St. Louis Cardinals games, played a handful of games behind the plate during the 1965 and 1966 seasons. But he primarily appeared in the outfield and at third base for most of his career (1962 to 1970).