Japan is celebrating the sport’s introduction there in 1872. The living descendants of the American teacher who took the game to Tokyo only learned of his role in 2000.
Tag: Baseball
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Brandon Nimmo’s Catch Helps Mets Beat Dodgers
Jacob deGrom dominated, Brandon Nimmo made a catch to remember and Timmy Trumpet played a live version of Edwin Díaz’s entrance song during a thrilling win.
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Mickey Mantle Baseball Card Sold for $12.6 Million, Breaking Record
The 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle baseball card is the most valuable piece of sports memorabilia ever to be sold at auction.
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Mets Retire Willie Mays’ Number at Old-Timers Day
The return of Old-Timers’ Day and the retirement of No. 24 for Willie Mays were two more instances of Steven Cohen leaning in on his team’s history.
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Mariners to Sign Julio Rodriguez to Extension Worth at Least $210 Million
Julio Rodríguez talks, and plays, like one of the best players in the game. Still a rookie, his new deal with the Mariners could pay him as much as $470 million.