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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!
14,315 Questions
What is the difference between a fast ball and a curve ball?
The main difference between a slider and curveball is the way that they move. Imagine your throwing a slider at a clock. It would go from 3 to 9. However, if you were to throw a curveball at a clock it would go from about 1:30 to 7:30.
Which team has scored the most number of runs in a single test innings?
I'm not sure if this is the most centuries scored in one innings but in the first Test match of the Ashes Test Series 2009, 4 Australians scored centuries after batting second.
Simon Katich 122
Ricky Ponting 150
Marcus North 125*
Brad Haddin 121
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Can Golf swing affect a batting swing?
No. They are basically the same swing but the ball is just at a different level. The eyes should be focused on the ball. Each swing helps each other out by relating back certain points to focus on.
Yes. It does. If you play baseball, do NOT golf under any circumstances, unless you want your baseball swing ruined completely.
Absolutely not! I am a good baseball player/fair golfer and I would agree with the statement that each only helps the other. Of course there are differences, but a good athlete adjusts. Besides, think about all the pro baseball players that golf throughout the off season...
Sorry, the correct answer is "Yes". The physcial swing from the wrist to hands is basically the same. The arms, hips and legs are very different. Only at impact is it the same, getting there is entirely different. Hockey players are much better golfer than baseball. MUCH BETTER.
NO! A golf swing can help many things about a baseball swing. transferring weight, proper use of core muscles, balance. My seven yr. old was having trouble hitting, his weight transfer was minimal if at all. One trip to the driving range and he's back to solid line drives up the middle and right field (he's a lefty). Kids especially have no trouble differing the two, its the adult who thinks of a hundred things during both swings that have trouble.
When and where did baseball player Barney McFadden die?
Barney McFadden died April 28, 1924, in Mauch Chuck, PA, USA.
Who invented baseball and when?
The official explanation is that Gen. Abner Doubleday invented Baseball in Cooperstown, NY.
In reality, this is a complete myth. Doubleday likely never played Baseball in his life. However, he was a very popular figure and war hero, and adding his name helped lend respectability to the game.
Baseball actually has no inventor and no single point of origin. Bat and ball games were played for many years in Europe and The Americas in the 18th century. The first recorded mention of the word "Baseball" comes from the 1744 "A Pretty Little Pocket Book," where it mentioned a bat and ball game. However, this game has very little to do with actual baseball.
Local areas in America began to develop different bat and ball games throughout the years and sometimes would get together into regional tournaments. There was little standardization in the rules and the games often resembled modern Baseball very little.
This all changed during The Civil War when young men from all around the country began to come together and socialize. Different Baseball concepts were shared and the game began to take on a more standardized feel as inter-regiment tournaments began.
Al Spalding would market the first baseball kits, which included standardized rules and the basic equipment needed for the 19th century game.
The modern rules were formalized in 1901 when the second major league (The American League) formed, and have undergone very little change since.
What does Grounder mean in Baseball Stats?
It is a ball that the batter hits on the ground. Contrary to a fly ball that is hit in the air.
What age is the oldest player today and the youngest in baseball?
In MLB, of players on the 25 man active roster for at least half of the 2008 season, the youngest was 20 year old pitcher Clayton Kershaw of the Los Angeles Dodgers (born March 19, 1988) and the oldest was 45 year old pitcher Jamie Moyer of the Philadelphia Phillies (born November 18, 1962).
What ounce bat does david wright use?
he created his own Wilson. its called the Wilson A DW5 and it sells for about 300 dollars
What is the average Career length MLB player?
The average career span for a Major League Baseball player is 5.6 years. For a player in the National Football League it is only 3.5 years and for an NBA player, the average career is just short of 5 years.
What is the two colors of foul poles in Major League Baseball?
Both of the foul poles are usually a bright yellow, however, a few ballparks have orange foul poles
What is the adult admission fee to the baseball hall of fame?
adults is $16.50, Senior Citizens and members of veterans organizations $11.00. Children (ages 7-12) $6.00
Did cc sabathia go to college?
Sabathia signed a letter of intent to attend the University of Hawaii, but never attended college.
Because he is the starting shortstop and captain of the New York Yankees, one of the most famous professional baseball organizations in the world.
He is a gentleman, and a team leader which we do not see in these times.
What did Satchel Paige have to overcome to accomplish his goals?
Satchel Paige had to overcome the color barrier between blacks and whites, and with all the racism, he still didn't stop playing baseball.
What song is playing on tbs for THE baseball playoffs?
The song is Written in the stars by Tine Tempah and can be found on the album titled Disc-Overy.
Top ten College baseball coach with most wins?
1 Augie Garrido 1975 wins
2 Mike Martin 1944 wins
3 Gordie Gillespie 1893 wins
4 Gene Stephenson 1768 wins
5 Ed Cheff 1705 wins
6 Mark Marquess 1585 wins
7 Jim Morris 1566 wins
8 Woody Hunt 1529 (still coaching)
9 Larry Hays 1508 wins
10 Chuck Hartman 1444 wins
What New York Yankees player was nicknamed the iron horse?
Lou Gehrig, a first baseman with the New York Yankees between 1923-1939, was nicknamed the Iron Horse. He played in 2,130 consecutive games between June 1, 1925 and April 30, 1939. This consecutive games played streak was a record many thought would never be broken. However, on September 6, 1995, shortstop Cal Ripken Jr. surpassed the record and went on to play another 501 consecutive games to set the bar at 2,632. Click on the 'Lou Gehrig' link on this page to read a short bio of the man that was
No, he is not. Barry Bonds is a former left fielder who used to play major league baseball for the San Francisco Giants. He has been married (to women) twice.
Mascot for the Tampa Bay Rays?
The first mascot they had was named Skully. In fact my Dad worked with the guy that named Skully. Tampa Bay had a draw for fans and he won the privelage of naming the mascot. The new one is Captain Fear, a caricature of a pirate. Huge Bucs fan. Been reading and watching about them my whole life.
During the orange and white years, it was a buccaneer that went by the name Bruce. After the team revamped, changed uniforms, stadiums, and team colors, they also changed mascots. The more recent mascot is a more comical looking pirate that goes by the name of Captain Fear.
Who is Alex Rodriguez married to?
Alex Rodriguez is currently single. He was previously married to Cynthia Scurtis.
Cork Ball, as it was played in the southend of Columbus, Oh. after WWll consisted of simply a fishing cork and a cutoff broomstick handle. The cork was normally wrapped in in any electrical tape we could scrounge from our parents. Our game consisted of 3 strikes and you were out of the inning. We used street curbs on each side of the street plus and other areas between the sidewalks on each side to mark our singels, doubles, etc. The uniqueness of our game the way the cork was pitched.It was gripped between the thumb and the index and middle fingers and released underhanded. Depending on the angle of release, the cork would dive, drop, curve(dramatically) or rise in and out. The batter never knew what was coming. The cork ball pitcher's motion was similar to a fastpitch softball pitcher. In the seventies and eighties I taught my sons the game. Now the grandsons are learning. One thing about this game; You need good eyes! Old timers like me need not apply.
