Sandlot greats fail to enter the Baseball Hall of Fame for 2021
For the first time since 2013, nobody will be entering the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2021. Controversy and steroids may be the reason why.
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Houston Astros’ 2017 MLB crown tainted but still valid
Yes, the Astros were guilty as charged. They paid a heavy penalty, and their championship has been tarnished. But they won.
The day Lou Gehrig’s streak finally ended: Living with ALS
May 2, 1939, New York Yankees first baseman Lou Gehrig benched himself for the "good of the team." After 2,130 consecutive games, the streak was over.
Cape May, NJ to celebrate the 100th birthday of Negro League baseball
In 1920 the Negro League Baseball made its professional debut. Jackie Robinson breaking the MLB racial barrier signing with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1946.
MLB’s Astros sign stealing scandal more worrisome than first believed
Mired in the Houston Astros - Boston Red Sox, sign-stealing controversy, the 2020 MLB season will throw out the first pitch with more questions than answers.
The Houston Astros sign stealing scandal: “The Art of the Steal”
The Houston Astro's GM and Manager are fired over the sign-stealing scandal. For all of its analytical advances, modern-day is a game of statistics
Astros vs. Yankees: The good, the bad, and the ugly of MLB’s ALCS
Game #6, Astros vs. Yankees, was, the microscope of sports that also highlighted major flaws in the sport that must be addressed
Cardinal manager Mike Shildt: How to succeed in baseball by really trying
One of four contenders for the National League pennant is St. Louis. The team is led by sophomore Cardinal manager, Mike Shildt.
Myth Trivia salutes Satchel Paige, baseball’s oldest pitcher
At the age of 59, Satchel Paige became the oldest player to ever compete in a major league baseball game. Like Yogi Berra, he was a font of wisdom.
From Dillinger to Berra, Myth Trivia discovers odd baseball oddities
Baseball is America's sport, reflecting not only our sports but also our social and political, history. From John Dillinger to Yogi Berra to Pumpsie Green
Major League Baseball: Is it floundering in a speed trap?
Baseball has long depended on tradition. But fans today looking for more action wonder if Major League Baseball is mired in a speed trap. As in "slow."
The Heavenly Parting of an Angel: The tragic death of Tyler Skaggs
The death of LA Angels baseball pitcher, Tyler Skaggs, stunned the sports world.They remember their fallen teammate with a divinely inspired memorial game.
The MLB All-Star game past and present with new twists for the future
The midsummer MLB All Star game is one of two times during the year when fans can see players from both baseball leagues compete against each other.
The Houston Astros: Just what Texas may need following Harvey
There is little that brings American's together better than baseball. The Houston Astros may now be in the position to be TX's cheerleaders.
Ben Taub General Hospital evacuated as police seek active shooter
Ben Taub General Hospital evacuated, police seek active shooter
How to win the World Series (and a whole lot more)
Thanks to the Chicago Cubs, I have a much better idea of what it takes for ordinary Joes like me to overcome whatever obstacles seem to be standing in our way.
REVIEW: Baseball in Territorial Arizona; A History, 1863-1912
John Darrin Tenney examines the early history of baseball in Arizona.
BREAKING: Clayton Kershaw has actually been pretty good in the playoffs
The ballyhooed Clayton Kershaw has actually been pretty good in the playoffs, despite what some will have you think. The numbers don't lie.
L.A. punk band Emmer Effer releases Clayton Kershaw Jedi Master
The song is a fast punk rock ode to the best pitcher in the game.
Major League Baseball Grammar Power Rankings
The National League proves to be superior in grammar over the American League. Where does your team stand on grammar?