Perhaps it was because of his low-key, private nature, or that…
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Chicago White Sox owner Charles Comiskey anticipated that his…
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The 1915 Red Sox won 101 games and the American League pennant,…
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“The Dodgers have found the man whose strong right arm may…
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Which team was more determined to win? During the Philadelphia…
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APRIL 28, 2025 — The Irish American Baseball Society and…
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Three-quarters of the Federal League schedule for Wednesday,…
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Being a left-handed pitcher at Fenway Park can be difficult.…
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APRIL 21, 2025 — SABR’s 53rd annual convention is scheduled…
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The New York Mets were on a five-game winning streak, their longest…
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APRIL 17, 2025 — St. Joseph's University students Luke Ortolani…
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APRIL 15, 2025 — SABR’s 53rd annual convention is scheduled…
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Despite signing with the Chicago White Sox in mid-March, John…
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April 28, 1901: Overflow crowd aids White Sox’ record 23 singles in Clark Griffith’s AL debut
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May 22, 1949: Don Newcombe pitches and hits Dodgers to win over Reds in first NL start
April 29, 1951: Determined to prevail: Red Sox players hit extra-inning homers in the 11th, 12th, and 13th innings
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