Remembering the Career of Walter Johnson

The Big Train, a dominant force on the pitcher’s mound, left an indelible mark on baseball history, spanning more than 20 years with the Senators franchise from 1907 to 1927. Born in Humboldt, Kansas in 1887, Johnson moved to California in his youth, where his baseball abilities caught attention. His fastball was legendary even as a teen, ofte

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A Look Back at Roberto Clemente’s Glorious Career

Roberto Clemente was not only an extraordinary athlete, but also a humanitarian force. Born on August 18, 1934, in Carolina, Puerto Rico, and would go on to leave a enduring mark on Major League Baseball and society at large. Clemente’s career began in earnest when he signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers’ minor league affiliate in 1954. However,

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