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 Websites presented in alphabetical order "Tinker to Evers to Chance!" 
 Small presentation about "Chicago Cubs infielders Joe Tinker, Johnny Evers, and Frank Chance [who] formed the most memorable double-play combination in the history of baseball." Includes baseball card images for all three, and a short poem about the three baseball players ("Baseball's Sad Lexicon"), written in 1910 by a New York newspaper columnist. Portion of a larger exhibit from the American Memory Project at the Library of Congress. http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/bbhtml/bb1.html Topics: Baseball Last updated Mar 15, 2006 BaseballLibrary.com
This collection includes thousands of biographies from the 1990 book "The Ballplayers," plus the full text of the 1991 book "The Baseball Chronology," "a day-by-day account of baseball history." Both are being updated online. In addition to the material from the two books, find articles on baseball teams, people, and events; an "Anyday in BB History" feature; historical background on the rules of the game; suggested reading and online resources; and more. http://www.baseballlibrary.com/ Topics: Baseball, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Sep 4, 2009 Diamond Heroes on the Links: When Baseball's Spring Training Becomes Training for Golf
This photo essay "focuses on the affection (some might say affliction) baseball greats had for the game [of golf]. In particular, we look at how golf helped a few of these Hall of Famers during their off-time in preparation for the baseball season." Features images of baseball greats such as Ty Cobb, Joe DiMaggio, Lou Gehrig, and Babe Ruth. From the United States Golf Association (USGA) Museum and Archives. http://www.usgamuseum.com/exhibits_artifacts/baseball_golf.aspx Topics: Baseball, Sports Last updated Mar 9, 2009 The Great One: Roberto Clemente Walker
Devoted to Puerto-Rican born baseball player, "the first Latin American to enter the Hall of Fame," this site includes photographs, images of related memorabilia, and the right fielder's career statistics. Born Roberto Clemente Walker, he was known throughout his career as Roberto Clemente. Available in English and Spanish. From the Smithsonian National Postal Museum. http://www.postalmuseum.si.edu/clemente/ Topics: Baseball, Photograph Collections, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Aug 17, 2009 Jackie Robinson Day
Collection of biographical material and career highlights for Jackie Robinson, who was born January 31, 1919, and who "broke baseball's color barrier" when he was the first African American to play in major league baseball, with the Brooklyn Dodgers in April 15, 1947. Features a timeline, images, video clips from baseball games and interviews, and other material. Jackie Robinson Day is celebrated on April 15. From the official website for Major League Baseball (MLB). http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/events/jrd/ Topics: Baseball, Black Resources Last updated Jan 21, 2008 Joe DiMaggio: The Hero's Life
This is a rich resource for anyone interested in DiMaggio's accomplishments as a sports figure or his complex personal life (including marriage to Marilyn Monroe). The PBS film of the same name aired in May 2000. The transcript is featured, as well as an essay on what made DiMaggio such a great ballplayer and an excerpt of his autobiography, "Lucky to Be a Yankee." There are also interviews, articles, significant events, and a teacher's guide. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/dimaggio/ Topics: Baseball, Nonfiction by Genre, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Apr 21, 2005 Mickey Mantle
Official website for this Hall of Fame baseball player who played in the 1950s and 1960s. Features a short biography, lifetime stats, descriptions of home runs for selected seasons, images of Mickey Mantle trading cards and his 1961 World Series ring, photos, his Hall of Fame induction speech in 1974, a 1995 eulogy, and related material. http://www.themick.com Topics: Baseball, Notable People Last updated Oct 16, 2006 National Baseball Hall of Fame: Babe Ruth
Fast facts on baseball legend Babe Ruth (George Herman Ruth, also known as "The Bambino" and "The Sultan of Swat"), such as teams, World Series appearances, awards, trivia, and a brief biography. Provides a video clip and links to related pages about this sports icon, including a table comparing numbers of at-bats and home runs for Ruth and Barry Bonds. From the National Baseball Hall of Fame. http://www.baseballhalloffame.org/hofers/detail.jsp?playerId=121578 Topics: Baseball, Notable People Last updated Jul 11, 2007 The Pete Rose Controversy
Explores the controversy surrounding the ban of baseball legend Pete Rose from major league baseball, and the debate about his possible reinstatement and election to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Includes audio of interviews and historical moments from Rose's career, and realted links (including a letter from Jimmy Carter in favor of forgiving Rose). From National Public Radio (NPR). http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1265784 Topics: Baseball, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Aug 17, 2009 PONY Baseball/Softball
"PONY Baseball and Softball is designed to 'Protect Our Nation's Youth' by providing experiences in youth baseball and softball that will help young people grow into healthier and happier adults." The Web site includes information about regional leagues, tournaments, fundraising, umpires, rules, news, and more. http://www.pony.org/home/default.asp Topics: Baseball, Charity & Nonprofit Resources, Sports, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Oct 12, 2004 Walter O'Malley: The Official Website
Biographical information about Walter O'Malley, "widely regarded as a pioneer in baseball for the westward expansion of the game, moving the Brooklyn Dodgers to Los Angeles prior to the 1958 season and for designing, building and privately financing Dodger Stadium" Features documents by and about O'Malley, a timeline, quotes, and audio and video clips. Also includes a history of the Dodgers, Dodger Stadium history and construction information, and photos. Searchable. http://www.walteromalley.com/ Topics: Baseball, Notable People, Photograph Collections, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Oct 2, 2004 |
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