Tag Archives: MLB

The Sports Archives – Nationals vs. Astros in 2017 The World Series?

Posted on June 14, 2017 by thesportsarchives

By Sam Waters As June wanes, MLB fans are tantalized by the standings.  Four of the six division leaders have never won a World Series. That’s half the teams that have never won baseball’s ultimate championship.  It also includes one … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Cubs Win! Overview of the Baseball Curse

Posted on November 10, 2016 by aemery97

A historical moment in U.S. baseball history took place just about a week ago, drawing the 2016 MLB World Series to a close. In an outrageous 10-inning finale to a heated set of 7 games, the Chicago Cubs claimed victory … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Cubs vs. Indians: A Fight to Remember

Posted on October 25, 2016 by aemery97

The 2016 Major-League Baseball championships have arrived and America is once again brimming with enthusiastic fervor. Every year, the MLB World Series nets tens-of-thousands of live spectators and millions of network viewers, all eager to watch a lively showdown between … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Baseball Team Roles

Posted on June 1, 2016 by aemery97

1 batter. 9 defenders. This has been, is, and will likely continue to be the standard in baseball. Like many sports, baseball is a game where possession of the ball is critical, and on a field so large, maximum coverage … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The Headgear of Sports

Posted on May 28, 2016 by aemery97

What is the most important part of athletes’ bodies? Is it their arms? Their legs? Does it vary depending on the focus and parameter of the respective sport? No! The most important part of any athlete (and any person, for … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – A Brief History of the Baltimore Orioles

Posted on May 25, 2016 by aemery97

Orange and black has taken to the field! No, it is not the sporty mascot of Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes, Tony the Tiger. It is none other than Baltimore’s resident Major-League Baseball team, the Baltimore Orioles! Yet, despite its name and … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Retirement in Professional Sports

Posted on February 26, 2016 by aemery97

In November of last year, David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox publically announced his intention to retire at the end of the 2016 season. A renowned left-handed batter known infamously for his power-hitting abilities, Big Papi has indeed come … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Martin Luther King/Desegregation of Sports

Posted on January 18, 2016 by aemery97

When it comes to athletics and Martin Luther King, Jr., there is not much to say about him personally; aside from an enthusiasm for pocket billiards, his sports background is not particularly eye-catching. Despite limited involvement as an individual, however, … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – That’s a Record Home Run!

Posted on September 25, 2015 by aemery97

Most baseball enthusiasts are quite familiar with the tumultuous roar of excitement that accompanies a home run. In baseball, a home run is officially categorized as any successful hit made by a batter that (provided the defense commits no errors) … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – When1913 Umpire Bill Klem Had Last Word!

Posted on August 6, 2014 by thesportsarchives

We all understand the importance that umpires and referees play in the outcome of sports games.  We have seen the defining calls that have turned games lopsided and while half the spectators agree on the call when it is in … Continue reading →

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