Despite being part of the softball family, slow pitch softball and fastpitch softball are worlds apart when it comes to league regulations, how to play, and the equipment used, such as gloves, bats, and softball size. In this article, we look at fastpitch vs slow pitch bats and answer the oft-asked “can you use fastpitch […]
You are missing out if you are a baseball fan and have yet to start listening to these best baseball podcasts. In this article, we look at the best baseball podcasts for you to get caught up on what’s happening in the world of baseball today, get an inside view and perspective from current/former MLB […]
Sports teams, no matter the sport, consistently look for ways to develop a competitive advantage that separates them from the competition. When it comes to baseball, one way a team can find a competitive edge while being successful on the baseball diamond is by designing/developing a batting order strategy. Every good coach must analyze their […]
Baseball has become an essential part of my life, from childhood days playing in the backyard to little league fields through travel baseball to high school baseball with dreams of playing professionally, watching baseball on tv, and watching baseball movies. One thing is for sure: any inspiration and motivation passed on before and during a […]
The history of baseball has a long list of great teams, great moments, and, more importantly, great players that have helped the game grow into what it is today. Throughout baseball’s history, the pitcher position has been one of the most important positions on the field from its beginning to modern-day baseball as well as […]
A Designated Hitter is a player that comes to bat in place of another player that only plays in the field. The Designated Hitter usually hits for the pitcher since the pitcher is the worst batter on a team. The point of the Designated Hitter is to make the offense more potent instead of the […]
Baseball has numerous rare feats, such as the unassisted triple play, hitting for the cycle, and pitching a perfect game. None are rarer than the immaculate inning in baseball. An immaculate inning in baseball is when a pitcher strikes out three batters on nine pitches to complete the inning. Not only does a pitcher have […]
Major League Baseball stadiums date back to the late 19th century. Most have come and gone because of losing a team, old age, or reconstruction. A few old stadiums are still used, with many teams playing home games in modern facilities. Let’s take a look at the ten oldest MLB stadiums still being used to […]
Even a baseball fan with a beginning level of knowledge about the game can make sense out of much of a box score. After all, runs, hits, home runs, doubles, walks, and strikeouts are among the basics for understanding the game. But what about an RBI? What is an RBI in baseball? An RBI is […]
The 2022 MLB off-season leading into the 2023 MLB season has been red hot, with many top-tier players finding new homes, including a few of the best shortstops in baseball. Once known for its defense, the shortstop position has transitioned over the years to include both the defensive abilities to field and hit with the […]