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What Made Emmett Ashford, Major League Baseball’s First Black Umpire, an American Hero

April 17, 2020April 17, 2020 0 Comments

(via Smithsonian) During his 20-year professional career, his boisterous style endeared him to fans but rankled traditionalists

(via Great Big Story) Golf isn’t known for being a forgiving game, and the 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass in

February 19, 2020February 19, 2020 0 Comments

(via Great Big Story) Ann and John Jurczynski are in it for the long haul. This married couple is one

February 14, 2020February 14, 2020 0 Comments

(via Smithsonian) Formed 100 years ago, the Negro Leagues were a resounding success and an immense source of pride for

February 2, 2020January 31, 2020 0 Comments

(via Mental Floss) Today we know it as the Super Bowl—one of the most polished, extravagant events of the entire

November 12, 2019November 12, 2019 0 Comments

(via ESPN) Pucks to the mouth. Teeth flying to the ice. Have you ever wondered who comes to the rescue

(via Atlas Obscura) There’s a lot of history in these collectibles.

(via Mental Floss) The Hornets were supposed to be the Spirit, while the Grizzlies were almost named the Mounties. Why

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019 0 Comments

(via Smithsonian) Patented in 1957, the lightweight ball saved players’ arms and more than a few windows.

July 18, 2019July 18, 2019 0 Comments

(via Smithsonian) 100 years ago, in the middle of the race, a rider wore the famed jersey for the first

May 30, 2019May 30, 2019 0 Comments Hockey, Sports

(via mental_floss) Interesting facts and crazy stories about the trophy—which is older than the National Hockey League.

April 26, 2019April 26, 2019 0 Comments

(via Lit Hub) The History of the curveball is about as complicated as the pitch itself.