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Baseball's Awkward Attempt at Making Amends for Its History of Segregation

Is Josh Gibson the best hitter in major league history? Sadly, we'll never know, no matter what the record books say.

Reason

Willie Mays obituary

Baseball’s most exciting player and the first black superstar of the post-integration era

The Guardian - UK

MLB has integrated Negro Leagues stats. Is it too little, too late?

Josh Gibson, nicknamed the Black Babe Ruth, is belatedly recognized as the all-time hit king and a tribute game will be held in Alabama today – but only 5.7% of players are now Black Americans

The Guardian - US

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Willie Mays, Giants’ electrifying ‘Say Hey Kid,’ has died at 93

Willie Mays, baseball’s exuberant and electrifying ‘Say Hey Kid,’ has died at 93

The Independent UK

Landmark California hotel, nearly 100 years old, destroyed by fire

Hotel Marysville was renowned for its floating dance floor and once hosted stars such as Babe Ruth and Bing Crosby

The Guardian - US

Sports Memorabilia Appear to Have Arrived as Investing Class

The world's most prestigious auction house recently had a Sports Week in which it auctioned off sports collectibles.

Kiplinger

Can the US give cricket a lasting embrace – or will it always be dogged by comparisons with baseball?

Within a congested sporting summer, we might have already witnessed the most unexpected sporting moment of 2024. In what has been dubbed “one of the biggest shocks in cricket history”, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup co-hosts USA beat Pakistan in a pulsating game on June 6. With seven runs…

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Negro League legend Josh Gibson's estate eyes licensing deals amid new MLB "GOAT" status

MLB includes stats of Negro League players in official recording, making Gibson all-time batting champ.

Axios

The Negro League players now topping MLB records after league adds them to official record

Once overlooked Negro League stars now populate many top-ten lists in hitting

Axios

Negro League Players' Stats Officially Integrated Into MLB Record Books

The integration of Negro Leagues records into MLB recognizes legendary players like Josh Gibson, enhancing diversity and honoring their contributions.

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Records Rewritten As Baseball Incorporates Negro Leagues Stats

Major League Baseball formally adopted statistics from the racially segregated Negro Leagues into its official history on Wednesday, rewriting the record books at a stroke in a landmark move which confronts the sport's racist past.

International Business Times

Career and season MLB records that changed following the addition of Negro Leagues statistics

Major League Baseball said Tuesday that it has incorporated records for more than 2,300 Negro League players following a three-year research project

The Independent UK

5 MLB records that will change with Negro Leagues stats being incorporated, including Josh Gibson passing Ty Cobb

Some important MLB records are about to change.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Inspiring Sports Quotes To Motivate Your Journey

Explore motivational quotes from sports icons on hard work, perseverance, and empowerment.

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Memorable Moments: New York Yankees Baseball Team Players

Explore iconic moments from the New York Yankees history, including Derek Jeter's 3,000th hit, Aaron Boone's walk-off home run, Mariano Rivera's record-bre...

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Hank Aaron Statue To Be Unveiled At Hall Of Fame

Learn about the Baseball Hall of Fame's tribute to Hank Aaron, a legendary player with a lasting impact on baseball and society.

International Business Times

10 Best Baseball Players: The Pinnacle of the Diamond

Explore the elite ranks of baseball history with our list of the 15 greatest players ever, and discover their unparalleled achievements.

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Exploring The Top 10 Iconic Sports Quotes

Explore 10 iconic sports quotes from legends like Muhammad Ali, Michael Jordan, and Serena Williams.

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Most Expensive Things On Amazon In 2024: The Pinnacle Of Luxury

Here are some items that cater to collectors and enthusiasts, who seek unique and exclusive treasures.

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What's behind people's enduring interest in Babe Ruth

Babe Ruth would have been 129 this week. Baseball has changed over the years, but one thing that has endured is fans' fascination with one of the greatest sluggers ever to set foot on the diamond.

Chicago Sun-Times

Sports history’s biggest flubs and blunders

The Boston Red Sox sale of Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees may have been the biggest one-time blunder. But perhaps no sports misadventure was worse than baseball’s continuing malevolent scheme to keep the big leagues segregated.

Latin Times

Messi's World Cup Jerseys Fetch $7.8M: Do They Crack the Top 5 Most Prized Shirts?

Messi's 2022 World Cup jersey netted $7.8 million in auction, making it the third most expensive jersey of all time. Here are the top five most expensive sports jerseys.

Broadcasting & Cable

Why Shohei Ohtani and His New $700 Million Dodgers Deal Aren’t Too Rich For Still Thriving RSN SportsNet LA

In this week’s Next Text, we also discuss why Adam Silver and the NBA should pop the ol’ bubbly on their wildly successful In-Season Tournament

The Independent UK

Brandon Nimmo hopeful ‘exceptional’ Shohei Ohtani could play for Mets in London

Free agent Ohtani, described by Nimmo as a “once-in-a-generation player”, is reportedly on the verge of deciding his next destination.

The Independent UK

Shohei Ohtani, baseball's 2-way star, becomes first 2-time unanimous MVP

Shohei Ohtani, who has captivated baseball with his unprecedented combination of high-level hitting and premium pitching, became the first two-time unanimous Most Valuable Player when he won the American League honor

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