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First recorded Baseball game
The first recorded baseball game was played on June 19, 1846, in Hoboken, New Jersey. The game was battled out between the New York Nine and the Knickerbockers. The final score was 23-1 with the New York Nine winning. https://historytimelines.co/timeline/baseball -
First Professional baseball team
In 1869, the Cincinnati Red Stockings became the first professional baseball. https://historytimelines.co/timeline/baseball -
The First World series
In 1903, the first World Series was played between the Boston Americans and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Boston Americans won the series 5-3. The World series has become a major event that has been hosted almost every year. This is a time when families come together to watch the highly coveted championship. https://historytimelines.co/timeline/baseball -
The first complete formed major League
In 1903 the two leagues the National League and the American League, formed together as one to create the Major league. https://historytimelines.co/timeline/baseball -
Hall of fame Establishment
The Baseball Hall of Fame was created on the 100th year anniversary of the creation of baseball. Ever players goal is to make it to the Hall of fame. It is located in Cooperstown NY. This is a very popular tourist destination among baseball fans. https://baseballhall.org/media/museum-facts -
Jackie Robinson Breaks the color barrier in baseball
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson became the first player of color to step foot on a baseball field. His contribution to the game has changed it forever. In memory they have retired the number 42, and have a set day where everyone wears the number honoring his greatness. https://historytimelines.co/timeline/baseball -
Major League expands
in 1969, the MLB deiced to expand the field teams from 20 to 24. https://historytimelines.co/timeline/baseball -
Home run recorded broken
In 1998, Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa both broke the single-season home run record of 61, set by Roger Maris in 1961. McGwire finished the season with 70 home runs, while Sosa hit 66. The home run race between McGwire and Sosa captivated the nation and helped to rekindle interest in baseball. https://historytimelines.co/timeline/baseball -
Victor Conte Involved in baseball sandal that Takes Away Barry Bonds Homerun record.
Barry Bonds held the record for the most homeruns in a major league career. This was All taken away when the MLB did an investigation determining if he was using PEDs. https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/2023/08/11/netflix-documentary-victor-conte-balco-drug-scandal-20-years-ago/70556486007/ -
The creation of MLB the show
This is a game that allows you to play baseball online against other people. This game is fun for all ages to play; It allows you to play with you favorite players of that year. This game MLB the show was created in 2006 by San Diego studios. https://playstation-studios.fandom.com/wiki/MLB:_The_Show