1968 Detroit Tigers Win Pennant
In 1968, the Detroit Tigers won their first pennant in 23 years. Manager Mayo Smith made creative moves while pitcher Denny McLain benefitted from numerous comeback wins.
Jun 25, 2008
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BarbaraAnne Helberg
The First Night Baseball Games
When it came to playing games under the lights, the majors were slow getting to the party.
Jun 20, 2008
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John K. Davis
Baseball's Greatest Catchers
Although many catchers labor almost anonymously behind their masks, the contributions of the best of them have long been hailed. Some are among baseball's immortals.
Jun 19, 2008
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David Hornestay
Baseball Games Under the Lights
Fifty-five years before the first night baseball games were introduced to the major leagues in 1935, lighting was brought to baseball at lower levels.
Jun 18, 2008
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John K. Davis
The Long Pennant Race
Two teams finished the 1948 American League season in a tie, with a third team eliminated only one day before. The thrills continued in a first-ever one-game playoff.
May 28, 2008
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David Hornestay
Baseball Nickname Quiz
This quiz tests your knowledge of the nicknames of some of major league baseball's greatest and most colorful players.
Apr 10, 2008
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Michael Rowland
The Cuban Giants
First named the Athletics of Babylon, these black baseball players held their own against all competition, including several teams from the then major leagues.
Dec 14, 2007
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John K. Davis
Moses Fleetwood Walker
Although Jackie Robinson is honored as the first black major league player in the modern era, an Ohio athlete and civil rights advocate preceded him by 60 plus years.
Dec 10, 2007
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John K. Davis
