There have been approximately just 300 no hit games pitched in the history of baseball, a sport that goes all the way back to the 1870s. Of all those no-hitters, only one was achieved while tripping balls on LSD. Yes, lysergic acid, or "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" was one of many controlled substances in the bloodstream of Dock Ellis on June 12, 1970. The Pittsburgh … [Read more...] about Dock Ellis “D”: Story of Pirates Pitcher who Threw a No-Hitter on Acid
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Seven Sports Stars Who Passed Away in 2019
Consistently, we tragically need to bid farewell to some donning symbols. Some made it mature age, while others were lamentably taken in their prime before the world could truly observe the full degree of their donning ability. Here we're going to investigate a portion of the biggest sports star we lost for the current year, recollecting their accomplishments and respecting … [Read more...] about Seven Sports Stars Who Passed Away in 2019
Aaron Boone on ALCS Opponent: ‘be careful what you wish for’
Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees made quick work of the Minnesota Twins in the ALDS, sweeping them in three games, and outscoring them 23-7. That now makes the Yankees a perfect six for six when it comes to eliminating the Twins in the MLB postseason. Daffy Duck will beat Bugs Bunny before Minnesota wins an October series over the Yanks. The Yankees had four days off … [Read more...] about Aaron Boone on ALCS Opponent: ‘be careful what you wish for’
Aaron Judge Fired Himself Up for ALDS by Watching 2017 Wild Card
New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge made a lot of news yesterday during his ALDS Workout Day press conference. It started with the shirt he chose to wear, which was a variation of the Major League Baseball logo.The tee depicted Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner banging the top of a dugout with his bat in the space where you would usually find the MLB logo. It's an … [Read more...] about Aaron Judge Fired Himself Up for ALDS by Watching 2017 Wild Card
Astros, Dodgers, Yankees Emerging as Strongest World Series Favorites
It's just 12 days until the Major League Baseball postseason begins and a little over a month until the 2019 World Series is upon us. This year the fall classic will begin with game one on Oct 22nd, and if necessary, end with game seven on Oct. 30th. So who are the leading contenders to get there and win it all? Well, you have some of the usual suspects, but the heaviest … [Read more...] about Astros, Dodgers, Yankees Emerging as Strongest World Series Favorites
Five Things to Know About Playing Baseball
Playing baseball involves throwing, hitting, and catching the ball. If you have the skills, and the right playing equipment you can enhance your performance with regular practice. Reviews from Bat Sleeves on basketball player’s accessories and equipment show that, if you do not get high-quality gear and equipment, it becomes harder to train, and achieve excellence. If you know … [Read more...] about Five Things to Know About Playing Baseball
Chicago Cubs Fan Guide to Baseball Hall of Fame, Cooperstown
Sometimes for better, often for worse, the Chicago Cubs have a very prominent place in baseball history. This is undeniable, as they are one of the sport's biggest brands, and their imprint at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York is expectedly massive. Let's take a look at what Cubs fans need to see and experience when they visit the Hall of Fame. First though … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Fan Guide to Baseball Hall of Fame, Cooperstown
Cubs Legend Lee Smith Sees a Lot of Himself in Dodgers Kenley Jansen
Lee Smith heads into the Hall of Fame this weekend as a man who pitched for all four teams involved in the two biggest rivalries in all of baseball: Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals (his grandfather's favorite team), Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees. He also pitched for four more teams on top of that quartet, during a Major League career that saw him strike out 1,251 … [Read more...] about Cubs Legend Lee Smith Sees a Lot of Himself in Dodgers Kenley Jansen
Liverpool Owner Declares Club’s League Ambitions, Watches Red Sox-Yankees in London
John W. Henry, the American titan of industry who heads the Fenway Group (whose holdings include the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool F.C.) was in London yesterday to see his baseball team in action. The BoSox fell 17-13 to the New York Yankees in Major League Baseball action at West Ham United's London Stadium, where close to 60,000 witnessed a ballgame that fell just a few … [Read more...] about Liverpool Owner Declares Club’s League Ambitions, Watches Red Sox-Yankees in London
Liverpool FC News and Notes: Klopp, Summer Preseason Tour, Huddersfield Preview
There is a whole lot going on with Liverpool FC this week! The Reds are getting ready for the run in and the chase for the Premier League title. Liverpool also announced the three preseason friendlies that they will stage in the United States this summer, and the trio of matches will all take place in massive, iconic cathedrals of sport. First off though, here are your … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC News and Notes: Klopp, Summer Preseason Tour, Huddersfield Preview