September 4: A Century of Baseball Milestones
A look at historic baseball events that occurred on September 4, spanning from 1916 to 2017.
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A look at historic baseball events that occurred on September 4, spanning from 1916 to 2017.
The popular stories of Abner Doubleday inventing baseball, Babe Ruth’s ‘called shot’, and an early West Coast relocation of the Dodgers are examined and clarified using historical evidence.

Shohei Ohtani’s unprecedented combination of elite pitching and hitting has sparked debate over whether he is the greatest baseball player ever, a conversation that pits him against historic icons and modern rivals.

The upcoming Huggins & Scott Summer Auction features a meticulously graded 1961 Topps Dice Game Brooks Robinson card, alongside memorabilia from legends like Tom Seaver, Albert Pujols and Babe Ruth, underscoring a growing appetite for historic baseball artifacts.

The Year St. Louis Became a Baseball Town explores the 1926 World Series, revealing the city's rowdy fans, legendary performances and the cultural shift that turned St. Louis into a national baseball hub

Eight Boston Red Sox icons — including Wade Boggs, Mookie Betts and Lefty Grove — are spotlighted in a sweeping tribute that blends historic achievement with a push to rescue forgotten legends from the shadows of baseball history.
A 1917‑1918 corporate baseball league in Pennsylvania combined wartime labor needs with sport, featuring stars like Babe Ruth, Tom Jones and Bill Ritter before folding as the war reshaped priorities.

From Ray Chapman’s fatal injury to Derek Jeter’s historic hit, baseball’s timeline is filled with defining moments that shaped the game.

A look at some of baseball's most memorable performances, from early no‑hit games to record‑breaking home runs and legendary pitching achievements.

From early 20th‑century no‑hit feats to modern perfect games and record‑breaking home runs, baseball’s calendar is punctuated by unforgettable events.
Since the launch of Statcast in 2015, a handful of sluggers have turned the measurement of distance into a headline act, producing homers that stretch beyond 495 feet and reshaping how the game views power.
A look at the most celebrated baseball card collections that have defined generations of collectors, highlighting their unique designs, legendary rookies, and lasting cultural impact.

Across more than a century, August 11 has witnessed milestones that reshaped records and captivated fans. The day features feats by legends such as Babe Ruth and Reggie Jackson, record‑breaking performances by modern players, and even a cinematic showdown on a Iowa cornfield.

From Ed Karger’s 1907 perfect game to the Cubs’ 2022 Field of Dreams victory, this article traces the milestones that have left an indelible mark on baseball history.
A look at Babe Ruth's bar on Bradenton Beach, Hall of Fame pitcher Warren Spahn's island cottages, and the Pittsburgh Pirates' 1969 spring training that helped spark two World Series titles.

Pete Crow‑Armstrong defended the legacy of Babe Ruth against a controversial claim, while commentator Chris Russo condemned the theory as derogatory and called for a deeper look at baseball history.

The 1948 Leaf baseball card set, released in 1949 despite its 1948 copyright, introduced nine rookie cards that include Hall of Famers and rare short‑prints, driving record‑breaking sales and enduring collector fascination.
Sporting News' recent top‑25 list places the 1976 Reds at No. 5 and the 1975 club at No. 7, celebrating their dominance, key players, and the 50th‑anniversary reunion that keeps their story alive.

The fall of a 100‑year‑old southern magnolia near Ponce de Leon Park has sparked reflections on its deep ties to Atlanta's baseball heritage and its enduring influence on the city's green spaces.

In 1927 the Philadelphia Royal Giants became the first all‑Black team to tour Japan, laying the groundwork for professional baseball in the country and influencing future legends of the game.

Scott Brown, a right‑handed pitcher who briefly wore a Cincinnati Reds uniform in 1981, passed away at 69. His life spanned a high‑school track record, a notable minor‑league stint, a short MLB debut, and a later career on the rails, leaving behind a wife, two children and a legacy of colorful storytelling.
Across more than a century, July 29 has been marked by no‑hitters, record‑breaking homers, and Hall of Fame inductions that continue to influence the game.

From early 20th‑century strikeouts to modern home‑run records, baseball’s rich history is marked by unforgettable performances and the legends who created them.

A century ago, a modest gathering in Boston honored a beloved baseball writer and raised money for his family, planting the seeds of a tradition that would become one of sports’ biggest spectacles.