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First Perfect Game
The first perfect game in Major League Baseball was done by pitcher, [Lee Richmond](p http://www.baseball-reference.com/bullpen/Perfect_game). Twenty-two baseball players have been able to accomplish this task. People and fans get excited when pitchers have a perfect game, since it is such a big achievement. -
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History of baseball
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First All Black Baseball Team
The first all black baseball team was created in Babylon, New York. They were called the Cuban Giants. This encouraged young African American boys to fulfill their dreams of becoming baseball players. -
First Boycott of World Series
The New York Giants refused to play in the Boston Red Sox in the World Series, because they believed the American League was not a true major league. The boycott resulted in tension between the two leagues, and a new rule saying that the World Series will be played every year. -
End of the Dead Ball Era
The [Dead Ball Era](p http://www.baseball-reference.com/bullpen/Deadball_Era) ended because the MLB decided to make their baseballs by machine instead of by hand. This resulted in the balls going faster and farther than before. Previously baseball relied on mostly pitching and defense, but now offense is also a factor. -
Babe Ruth Predicing Home Run
During the World Series between the New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs, [Babe Ruth](p http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/multimedia/photo_gallery/1104/sports-greatest-moments/content.1.html) predicted where he was going to hit the ball by pointing to right field. He did exactly this became one of the most famous moments in baseball. -
First Night Game
The [first night game](p http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/mlb-holds-first-night-game) in MLB was between the Cincinnati Reds and the Philadelphia Phillies. Club owners thought a night game would increase attendance. Initially people were hesitant with accepting the idea, but baseball quickly became more popular after the change. -
Baseball During World War 2
Major League Baseball Commissioner, Kenesaw Mountain Landis, wrote President Franklin D. Roosevelt asking if they should continue baseball during World War 2. Roosevelt decided it was a good idea for the people to have some recreational fun during such hard times. The Major League continued to prosper despite the obstacles. -
Breaking the Color Barrier
[Jackie Robinson](p http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1157233-200-events-that-defined-shaped-and-changed-major-league-baseball/page/) was determined to be the first African American to play Major League Baseball. He playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers wearing jersey number 42. He dealt with constant criticism, discouragement, threats, and racism. Jackie Robinson changed baseball forever, because African Americans had a leader and could be more accepted playing baseball in the MLB. -
Inventor of Baseball Reconized
Alexander Cartwright was offically credited for inventing the sport of baseball by the United States Congress. Baseball would not be a worldwide sport without the man referred as the Father of Baseball. -
Steroids in Baseball
The United States government investigated the [Bay Area Laboratory Co-operative](p http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/othersports/drugsinsport/8396065/What-is-the-Balco-scandal.html) and found ou that they were providing steroids to MLB players. Despite all the testings, you never know if a player is using steroids or their natural abilites. People who enjoy baseball still have trust issues with players.
