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Politics, News & Issues > Football What's your most memorable Super Bowl moment?: 2 of 10
In the 42 Super Bowls that have been played to date, many players have imbedded their names in football lore. Some are remembered for a tremendous performance, while others are remembered for one costly mistake. Hall of Fame tight end Jackie Smith, unfortunately, is a member of the latter group.Smith was a 5-time Pro Bowl tig... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Players The all time best players on the Toronto Blue Jays: 1 of 5
Beginning play in 1977, the Toronto Blue Jays needed several seasons before finally fielding a competitive team. The late-1970s and early-1980s saw the Blue Jays post 6 consecutive losing seasons. From 1983 through 1993, however, Toronto reeled off an incredible 11 straight winning seasons, won 5 American League East Division... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Players The all time best players on the Seattle Mariners: 1 of 4
The Seattle Mariners have been a mediocre franchise for much of its existence. Despite joining the American League in 1977, the Mariners did not post a winning record until 1991. In 1995, however, the Mariners won their first American League West division title, and began a streak of 4 postseason appearances in 7 seasons. Thi... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Baseball Why Andre Dawson should be in the baseball Hall of Fame.: 2 of 6
On January 12, the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame will introduce the Class of 2009. The only player certain to be inducted is Rickey Henderson, unquestionably the greatest leadoff hitter in the history of the game. Less certain, however, is whether any players will be inducted with Henderson. One name whose candidacy cont... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Players The all time best players on the Kansas City Royals: 3 of 7
The Kansas City Royals began play in 1969, filling the void in western Missouri left by the Athletics who moved to Oakland following the 1967 season. The Royals enjoyed early success, posting a winning record in 1971, just their third season of play. They showed this was no fluke as they repeated the feat in 1973 and 1975. Un... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Statistics The major league record for consecutive batters struck out: 1 of 2
On April 22, 1970, New York Mets pitcher Tom Seaver struck out the final 10 batters he faced in a 2-1 victory over the San Diego Padres. The 10 consecutive strikeouts are a Major League record. In a dominant performance, Seaver yielded only 2 hits, while striking out 19 Padres. The lone run allowed was a solo homerun by leftf... More..
Sports & Recreation > Football (Other) Worst coaches to win a Super Bowl: 1 of 2
Twenty-five NFL coaches have reached the pinnacle of their profession by leading a team to a Super Bowl championship. This club will soon welcome another member as Super Bowl XLIII will see a new coach hoist the Vince Lombardi trophy. Few can question the credentials of most of these men. Some coaches took over teams coming o... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Players The all time best players on the Texas Rangers: 1 of 2
The Texas Rangers are one of the most moribund franchises in Major League Baseball. They are one of only three current franchises never to play in a World Series and the only one not to have won a playoff series. Nevertheless, the Rangers have had their share of terrific ballplayers.The franchise was first known as the Washin... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Statistics Has a major league player ever hit a home run on his first major league pitch?: 1 of 2
On September 8, 2008, Mark Saccomanno experienced the Major League debut about which many children dream. With 2 outs in a scoreless game, the rookie first baseman, pinch hitting for pitcher Alberto Arias in the bottom of the fifth inning, belted the first Major League pitch he saw into the right field bullpen. The blast trig... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Statistics Record holder for most hits in a major league game: 1 of 2
Cleveland Indians shortstop Johnny Burnett pounded out 9 hits in an 18-inning, 18-17 loss to the Philadelphia Athletics on July 10, 1932. His 9 hits still stand as the Major League record. On his way to a .297 batting average that season, he recorded 7 singles and 2 doubles in 11 at-bats. The Indians totaled a post-1900 Ma... More..