Babe Ruth
Babe Ruth was one of baseball's greatest power hitters. He became famous for his home runs and helped the New York Yankees become a legendary franchise.
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Baseball has created some of the most memorable moments in sports history, from record-breaking home runs to dramatic championship victories.
About Baseball
Baseball is a sport played between two teams of nine players. Teams take turns batting and fielding while trying to score runs.
Major League Baseball, also known as MLB, features 30 professional teams divided into the American League and National League.
Popular MLB Teams
- Atlanta Braves
- New York Yankees
- Los Angeles Dodgers
- Boston Red Sox
- Chicago Cubs
- New York Mets
Legendary Baseball Players
Hank Aaron
Hank Aaron was one of the greatest hitters in MLB history. He famously broke Babe Ruth's career home run record in 1974.
Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's modern color barrier in 1947 when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani is known for his rare ability to perform as both an outstanding hitter and a pitcher at the MLB level.
Baseball Positions
| Position | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | Throws the baseball toward the batter. |
| Catcher | Catches pitches and helps direct the defense. |
| Infielder | Fields balls around the bases and infield. |
| Outfielder | Catches and fields balls hit into the outfield. |
| Designated Hitter | Bats in place of another player, usually the pitcher. |
The World Series
The World Series is Major League Baseball's championship series. The American League champion competes against the National League champion.
The first team to win four games becomes the World Series champion.
Interesting Baseball Facts
- A regulation MLB game normally has nine innings.
- A home run allows the batter to circle all four bases.
- Each team has three outs per half-inning.
- The World Series began in 1903.
- Baseball is often called America's pastime.
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