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MPA should require protective masks for pitchers - Biddeford Journal Tribune

MPA should require protective masks for pitchers Biddeford Journal Tribune It makes sense, especially since the Maine Principals' Association requires softball players to wear masks on their helmets while batting. The hitter's safety is always a concern, but it's time for the pitcher's safety to be taken more seriously, too. and more »

Babe Ruth's Yankees Cap Is Being Sold at Auction by David Wells - Bloomberg

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Babe Ruth's Yankees Cap Is Being Sold at Auction by David Wells Bloomberg Worn in an era before batting helmets, it is believed that Ruth -- whose full name was George Herman Ruth -- wore the cap both in the field and at the plate. 'Truly Exceptional Relic' “This is a truly exceptional relic that captures the essence of the ... and more »

Baseball cap worn by Babe Ruth (and David Wells) heads to auction - Allentown Morning Call

Baseball cap worn by Babe Ruth (and David Wells) heads to auction Allentown Morning Call Worn in an era before batting helmets, it is expected that Ruth wore the cap both in the field and at the plate. "This is a truly exceptional relic that captures the essence of the most prolific athlete in the history from the Golden Age of American ... and more »

Week in Review: Washington DC Sports Business - Examiner.com

Week in Review: Washington DC Sports Business Examiner.com For future fits of pique, Bryce needs to learn from yesterday's heroes like Paul O'Neill, who would focus on items in the dugout that weren't apt to bite back, like batting helmets (which Harper should've left on his head) and water coolers. and more »

Babe Ruth Cap Being Auctioned by Wells to Fix High School Field - BusinessWeek

Babe Ruth Cap Being Auctioned by Wells to Fix High School Field BusinessWeek The navy blue flannel cap, with Ruth's name embroidered into it, is worth an estimated $400000, according to SCP Auctions, which is handling the sale. “I don't want to put it in storage, I definitely don't want to give it to the Hall of Fame or ... and more »

A Death at Home Plate - Smithsonian (blog)

Smithsonian (blog)

A Death at Home Plate Smithsonian (blog) (Despite calls for protective headgear, batting helmets would not become common until the 1940s.) “It is my honest belief that Mr. Mays never will pitch again” because of the bitterness against him, said Ban Johnson, the American League president.

Yorkshire send out title warning after remarkable run-chase win - Yorkshire Post

Yorkshire Post

Yorkshire send out title warning after remarkable run-chase win Yorkshire Post The remarkable thing about it was the relative ease with which it was accomplished; indeed, cigars might have been more appropriate accoutrements for the Yorkshire batsmen than pads, bats, helmets and gloves. Phil Jaques, with 160 from 256 balls with ... and more »

We're not talking fashion statement here - Pontiac Daily Leader

We're not talking fashion statement here Pontiac Daily Leader In recent years, batting helmets for softball players have been equipped with a wire cage to protect the batter against an errant pitch or from a batted foul ball that might bounce off the ground and strike the batter in the face causing serious injury ... and more »

Hopefuls get annual shot to impress RailCats coaches - Post-Tribune

Hopefuls get annual shot to impress RailCats coaches Post-Tribune Players must supply their own uniforms, wood bats, gloves and spikes, and catchers their own gear. The RailCats will supply batting helmets and baseballs. During Tagert's tenure with the team, the number of players who have taken part in the tryout has ... and more »

10 Things Flea Markets Won't Tell You - Smartmoney.com

10 Things Flea Markets Won't Tell You Smartmoney.com For example, collectors may find a piece that on its own isn't valuable, but when added to the buyer's now-completed set, is worth a lot. Stalls can also be so crowded that bargains go undiscovered under tables or behind other items, she says. and more »