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The Coolest, Strangest Stats and Facts in Baseball History

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Baseball is a sport that is full of history, tradition, and lore. And with all of that history comes a lot of interesting stats and facts. Some of these are well-known, while others are more obscure. But all of them are fascinating, and they help to make baseball the great game that it is.

Incredible Baseball Stats: The Coolest, Strangest Stats and Facts in Baseball History

by Ryan Spaeder

4.6 out of 5

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The Sublime

Some of the most impressive stats and facts in baseball history are the ones that show just how great the game's best players have been. For example, consider the following:

Babe Ruth hit 714 home runs in his career, a record that stood for over 30 years.
Ty Cobb stole 892 bases in his career, a record that still stands today.
Cy Young won 511 games in his career, a record that is unlikely to ever be broken.

These are just a few examples of the many amazing feats that have been accomplished in baseball history. And while these players are long gone, their records continue to inspire awe and admiration.

The Ridiculous

Of course, not all of the stats and facts in baseball history are so impressive. In fact, some of them are downright ridiculous. For example, consider the following:

In 1993, the Baltimore Orioles set a major league record by committing 262 errors.
In 2003, the Chicago Cubs set a major league record by losing 116 games.
In 2018, the Tampa Bay Rays set a major league record by striking out 1,591 times.

These are just a few examples of the many bizarre and unusual things that have happened in baseball history. And while they may be funny to laugh at, they also serve as a reminder that even the best teams and players can have their off days.

The Mind-Boggling

In addition to the sublime and the ridiculous, there are also a number of stats and facts in baseball history that are simply mind-boggling. For example, consider the following:

The average major league baseball game lasts for three hours and 10 minutes.
A baseball has 108 stitches.
The most common name in baseball history is John Smith.

These are just a few examples of the many amazing and fascinating stats and facts that can be found in baseball history. So whether you're a lifelong fan or just a casual observer, there's sure to be something in this book to interest you.

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Incredible Baseball Stats: The Coolest, Strangest Stats and Facts in Baseball History

by Ryan Spaeder

4.6 out of 5