May 23rd - 1980s Baseball
May 4th in 1980s Baseball
J. Daniel has the scoop on stories from the 1980s decade of the Big Leagues on players like: Willie Horton, Andy Ashby, Dusty Baker, Dave Kingman, Mike Squires, Otto Velez, Ron Davis, Rod Carew, and more. MLB May 4
April 29th in 1980s Baseball
J. Daniel presents the great moments of the '80s MLB with news about Juan Samuel, Storm Davis, Steve Carlton, George Brett, Larry Parrish, Billy Beane, and more. MLB April 29
May 11th in 1980s Baseball
Smokey Joe Williams Video History of the Legend
This video tells the story of Smokey Joe Williams, a legendary right-handed pitcher who dominated the Negro leagues in the early 20th century. It highlights his long career, spanning over 25 years, and his peak with the New York Lincoln Giants. The video emphasizes Williams's exceptional pitching skills, mentioning his incredible speed, pinpoint control, and ability to strike out batters with ease. Notably, it details his awe-inspiring feat of striking out 27 batters in a single game at the age of 44! The video also recognizes Williams's legacy as the greatest pitcher in Negro league history, as declared by the Pittsburgh Courier, and his well-deserved induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1999. So, if you're interested in learning about a true baseball legend and a significant figure in Negro league history, this video is definitely worth watching!
Presenting Smokey Joe Williams from the Baseball Hall of Fame Biographies collection
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1st Night Game - Baseball HOF
May 24, 1935 - The 1st night game in MLB history was played at Cincinnati’s Crosley Field.