As American Sports Skew More Armcentric, Throwing Injuries Rise
Baseball players' arms are becoming more like football players' heads — subject to frequent injury and in need of immobilizing surgery.
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Opening Day: Baseball Season Starts In Earnest
In 204 days, two teams will face off in the World Series. Until then, fans can dream about their team winning it all, as Major League Baseball's season gets going.
With Improved Relations, Are The U.S. And Cuba Ready To Play Ball?
Cuban baseball has been struggling. A lack of money means facilities are in disrepair. Defections mean some of the best players have left. But new relations with the U.S. may mean new opportunities.
Alex Rodriguez Is Back, For Better Or Worse
As Major League Baseball's exhibition season begins, commentator Frank Deford says the Yankees' Alex Rodriguez is unlikely to be able to overcome his fall from grace, at least in the eyes of the fans.
Batter Up, Already: MLB Tries To Speed Up The 2015 Season
In the 2015 season, baseball fans can expect to see new clocks ticking down the seconds in MLB stadiums — and for batters to keep at least one foot in the batter's box more often.
Let's Play Two! Remembering Chicago Cub Ernie Banks
Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ernie Banks has died. NPR's Scott Simon remembers the two-time National League MVP as the nice guy who finished first and brought smiles to all his fans' faces.
Remembering Ernie Banks, A Fan Favorite Whose Favorite Was The Fans
Ernie Banks, Hall of Fame baseball player, has died. NPR's Scott Simon and Tom Goldman remember the Chicago Cub who meant so much to the city and the fans he loved to greet.
Chicago Cubs Legend Ernie Banks, 1st Black Player In Team History, Dies
The shortstop known as "Mr. Cub," who began his career in the Negro leagues, hit 512 home runs in his 19 seasons with the team and remained a cherished figure to the team and its fans. He was 83.
Johnson, Smoltz, Martinez And Biggio Voted To Baseball's Hall
Three dominating pitchers and one resilient fan favorite are heading to Cooperstown, as Randy Johnson, Pedro Martinez, John Smoltz and Craig Biggio were named to Baseball's Hall of Fame Tuesday.
World Series: Madison Bumgarner Carries Giants To 3rd Title In 5 Years
Madison Bumgarner won Game 1 of this World Series, throwing seven innings and giving up one run. He won Game 5 with a complete game shutout. On Wednesday night, on two days' rest, he finished the job.