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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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What was the name of the baseball team in a leaque of their own?
The movie "A League of their own" was about the Rockford Peaches, a team that played in the AAGPL. (All American Girls Professional Baseball League)
What do beads on a rosary baseball have in common?
These are different types of stitching that you can do. Baseball will look a lot like the stitching that goes around the ball while rosary beads are small little dots.
Why are the Chicago sox called White Sox?
The Chicago White Sox received their name after the white stockings that the players wore; in fact, in 190, the team shortened their name from White Stockings to White Sox, as the local newspapers had shortened it for headline-writing purposes.
When and where was baseball player Roger Maris born?
Maris was born in Hibbing, Minnesota on September 10, 1934. His father, who was an employee of the Great Northern Railroad, moved the family to Fargo, North Dakota in 1942. Maris attended Shanley High School in Fargo and met his wife at a school basketball game.
How many games do the Yankees Play in one season?
This will depend on how far the Yankees go. In 2011, the Yankees have home field throughout the playoffs and can play a maximum of seven games at home. That would be three of five in the ALDS and four of seven in the ALCS.
When and where did baseball player Pat Collins die?
Calvin Chapman died April 1, 1983, in Batesville, MS, USA.
Is a batter out when he enters the batters box with an illegal bat?
Yes.
According to MLB Rule 6.06(d), a batter is out for illegal action when:
"He uses or attempts to use a bat that, in the umpire's judgment, has been altered or tampered with in such a way to improve the distance factor or cause an unusual reaction on the baseball. This includes, bats that are filled, flat-surfaced, nailed, hollowed, grooved or covered with a substance such as paraffin, wax, etc.
No advancement on the bases will be allowed and any out or outs made during a play shall stand.
In addition to being called out, the player shall be ejected from the game and may be subject to additional penalties as determined by his League President.
Rule 6.06(d) Comment: A batter shall be deemed to have used or attempted to use an illegal bat if he brings such a bat into the batter's box."
When and where was baseball player Terry Harper born?
Terry Harper was born August 19, 1955, in Douglasville, GA, USA.
Explain the differene between Save and Save As?
what is the difference between save and save as in Microsoft word
What are the retired numbers on the Cincinnati Reds and who wore them?
1) 1 - Fred Hutchinson, manager between 1959-1964.
2) 5 - Johnny Bench, catcher between 1967-1983.
3) 8 - Joe Morgan, second baseman between 1972-1979.
4) 10 - Sparky Anderson, manager between 1970-1978.
5) 13 - Dave Concepción, shortstop between 1970-1988.
6) 18 - Ted Kluszewski, first baseman between 1947-1957 and coach between 1970-1978.
7) 20 - Frank Robinson, outfielder between 1956-1965.
8) 24 - Tony Perez, third/first baseman between 1964-1976 and 1984-1986, coach between 1987-1992, and manager for 44 games in 1993.
Chances are nobody will wear Pete Rose's #14 again although it has not been officially retired.
Which New York Yankees player wears number 10?
Graig Nettles wore number 9 before it was retired by the Yankees in honor of Roger Maris.
Click on the 'Yankees Numbers' link on this page to see all who have worn #9 in the history of the New York Yankees.
When does a pitcher get charged for the win?
yes, if he is the starting pitcher he has to go a minimum of 5 innings and his team has to be leading when he exits the game and never lose their lead and win the game. A pitcher can win in relief if he comes in when the game is tied or his team is losing, and his team rallies after he pitches and win the game, but they can't give up their lead after he pitches or he won't get the win someone else will get the win
Who is the best player on the New York Mets?
Currently David Wright an Johan Santana. All time I would go with Gary Carter an either Doc Gooden Tom Seaver or Nolan Ryan.
A double play where the short stop fields the ball, throws to the second baseman. He touches second base or tags the runner and then throws to first. This is a double-play (2 outs), so sometimes you'll also see a "2" at the end of "6-4-3".
How much does it cost to close the roof at safeco field in seattle?
it costs 15 dollars for the roof to open and close once.. in other words you can close and retract the roof for 15 dollars.. i was just up on the roof control center a few days ago
What is the original location of the baseball team Atlanta Braves?
The original Braves franchise began in Boston, moved to Milwaukee and then to Atlanta.
Atlanta Braves 2007 win loss record at home?
*As of 11/11/2012:
Regular Season Only @ Georgia Dome
Since Mike Smith / Matt Ryan Era (2008-2012)
2012 Season: 4-0*
2011 Season: 6-2
2010 Season: 7-1
2009 Season: 6-2
2008 Season: 7-1
What font do the Oakland Athletics use?
If you are looking for the "A". Look at these links: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackletter: Blackletter, also known as Gothic script or Gothic minuscule, was a script used throughout Western Europe from approximately 1150 to 1500. It continued to be used for the German language until the twentieth century. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Gebrochene_Schriften.png If not mistaken, Textur is specific script you want, take a look under the Textur column at the capital A. If this is not it, it is pretty darn close Good Luck!
What happens to the momentum of a baseball bat when it hits a baseball?
Why would a baseball be hitting another baseball?
