About baseball

Baseball, often referred to as America's pastime, is a sport with deep roots in the United States and a rich history that spans over a century. The game is played between two teams of nine players each, who take turns batting and fielding.


The basic objective is to score runs by hitting a pitched ball with a bat and running around four bases counter-clockwise arranged in a diamond shape. A run is scored when a player successfully circles the bases and returns to home plate.


The team with the most runs at the end of nine innings wins the game. Key elements of the game include pitching, hitting, fielding, and base running.


Famous former players

  • Babe Ruth: One of the most iconic figures in baseball history, Ruth played from 1914 to 1935 and is best known for his incredible power-hitting, setting home run records that stood for decades.
  • Willie Mays: An all-around player, Mays was known for his hitting, fielding, and base running during his career from 1951 to 1973. He is often regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.
  • Jackie Robinson: Breaking the color barrier in 1947, Robinson not only excelled on the field but also paved the way for integration in professional sports.
  • Hank Aaron: Aaron held the MLB record for career home runs (755) for over 30 years and is celebrated for his consistent hitting and grace under pressure.

Famous active players

  • Mike Trout: Often compared to legends like Mays and Mantle, Trout, an outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels, is known for his all-around excellence in hitting, fielding, and speed.
  • Shohei Ohtani: A unique talent, Ohtani, playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers, is both a top-tier pitcher and an exceptional hitter, drawing comparisons to Babe Ruth for his ability to excel in both aspects of the game.
  • Aaron Judge: A towering presence in the New York Yankees' lineup, Judge is known for his prodigious power and is one of the game's most feared sluggers.
  • Clayton Kershaw: A dominant left-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Kershaw has been one of the best pitchers of his generation, known for his consistency and devastating curveball.