I'm looking for tips on how to peak for an athletic performance. [more inside]
posted by vito90 on Dec 16, 2009 - 6 answers

In MLB, if a pinch hitter enters the on-deck circle to warm up, but the side is retired before he actually gets up to bat, does the team still have to go through with the substitution? Or can they 'back out'? [more inside]
posted by csimpkins on Aug 14, 2009 - 8 answers

Best way to get a solo Yankees ticket for tomorrow? [more inside]
posted by docgonzo on May 23, 2009 - 4 answers

How can I get started playing Strat-o-Matic baseball? [more inside]
posted by yesno on Apr 13, 2009 - 6 answers

For the first time in more than 20 years, I've taken an interest in baseball. As it's been so long, I don't have a solid understanding of the current state of the game and its players. Is there a good (preferably online) resource for catching up on team rosters and player biographies? Most blogs and sports related websites I've found are heavy on the statistics and short on background narrative. [more inside]
posted by aladfar on Apr 10, 2009 - 16 answers

Looking for resources regarding math in sports. [more inside]
posted by reenum on Mar 17, 2009 - 12 answers

Help me cram for a sports proficiency test! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 10, 2009 - 5 answers

Baseball season is fast approaching, which means one thing above all else: I need all your best jeers, razzes, taunts, and insults! [more inside]
posted by ORthey on Mar 6, 2009 - 31 answers

Examples of sports situations where a player should do something he would normally never do? [more inside]
posted by null terminated on Jan 19, 2009 - 47 answers

Sports jersey questions: Why is the baseball pitcher with a single-digit number such a rarity? Why do hockey goalies usually wear 1, or something in the 30s? And why are 2-7 usually worn by defensemen? [more inside]
posted by TheSecretDecoderRing on Jan 11, 2009 - 7 answers

So I really like the fit and style of Twins Enterprise fitted baseball caps, but I want something without team logos on it. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by nitsuj on Sep 24, 2008 - 5 answers

I find myself mysteriously drawn to, of all things, baseball. It's kind of awesome! Unfortunately, there are some things I still don't quite understand... [more inside]
posted by kbanas on Jul 8, 2008 - 43 answers

Is there a sports summary website? Where I can get quickly and simply up to date on any team? [more inside]
posted by Towelie on Jun 24, 2008 - 4 answers

I need a cool gift for a Milwaukee Brewers fan. Help! [more inside]
posted by airguitar2 on Dec 12, 2007 - 12 answers

Does Fox add sound effects to ball games? [more inside]
posted by Camofrog on Oct 26, 2007 - 25 answers

I am a late-blooming Baseball fan. I grew up in New Orleans (no baseball), lived in Boston for six years, and now reside in Houston. Since baseball is religion in Boston, and since I was there to see Boston win in 2004, I have become something of a fan. Here are some questions that have bugged me since I started watching: [more inside]
posted by tcv on Aug 31, 2007 - 35 answers

Whatever happened to Nerf softballs/baseballs? [more inside]
posted by notsnot on Jun 27, 2007 - 4 answers

Where to buy a bikini that features the Atlanta Braves? [more inside]
posted by bigcheesegump on Feb 25, 2007 - 8 answers

I want to read some good books about sports sociology. [more inside]
posted by huskerdont on Oct 4, 2006 - 12 answers

I need a little help figuring out the odds of a baseball pool scenario actually occurring. (And correctly constructing this question, it looks like). [more inside]
posted by nevercalm on Sep 7, 2006 - 18 answers

What is the best way to condition a new baseball glove? [more inside]
posted by ddysart on Jun 9, 2006 - 7 answers

Baseball Score Probabilities: Is it any more likely that the combined score of a Major League Baseball game will be even than odd (or vice versa)? [more inside]
posted by The Bellman on Apr 19, 2006 - 16 answers

Where can I watch Texas Rangers Baseball in College Station, TX (77840) [more inside]
posted by Kraki on Apr 10, 2006 - 5 answers

I would like to find an application that will give me a little sports (actually just MLB) ticket, or score updates so I can see what is happening in afternoon MLB games without having to check the web. [more inside]
posted by Deep Dish on Apr 3, 2006 - 4 answers

I'm looking for some free classic baseball jersey fonts to use for mocking up some team apparel ideas. I'd love to have the variety found here
posted by ooklah on Dec 2, 2005 - 6 answers

My father is looking for a slo-pitch bat, preferably the Mizuno Crush or the Miken Freak. What's the cheapest Vancouver-area retail source OR the cheapest online source? [more inside]
posted by acoutu on Nov 24, 2005 - 4 answers

What happens if the Red Sox, Yankees, and Indians are all tied three days from now? [more inside]
posted by tweebiscuit on Sep 30, 2005 - 13 answers

I have three baseball questions that have been bugging me for awhile and I am hoping that I can get answers here. [more inside]
posted by robhuddles on Jul 30, 2005 - 12 answers

Little League Baseball Filter: Where would you play your weakest fielder -- 3B or 2B? [more inside]
posted by terrier319 on Jun 22, 2005 - 28 answers

Sports superstitions: Okay Red Sox/Yankees fans, what crazy things will you be doing tonight to help your team win? My wife and I (Sox fans) will be watching from the exact same spots on the bed, and she is instructed to fall asleep by 9:30, just as we've done for the past three games. What nutty stuff do you do to make yourself feel like you have some control over the fate of the team you love?
posted by schoolgirl report on Oct 20, 2004 - 12 answers

Given that game four of the ALCS starts at 5:10 PM EST this evening, it will finally played at a decent hour in Paris, France (11:10 PM). Does anyone know a club or bar in Paris that would possibly be showing the game? [more inside]
posted by themadjuggler on Oct 18, 2004 - 23 answers

Baseball Physics: Baseball announcers like to talk about how a sharply hit ground ball can "pick up speed" when it bounces off the infield grass (or, more often, turf). Is this possible? [more inside]
posted by jpoulos on Aug 17, 2004 - 18 answers