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There are various types of fastballs that a pitcher can throw, including the split-finger fastball, the four seam or two-seam fastball, and the cut fastball.

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Formed by a local tavern owner and a future mayor of Boston, the Royal Rooters were a club of insane Red Sox fans who often directly impacted the outcome of Boston games.

In in-depth look at the greatest rivalry in sports, and how the boys from Beantown just might be turning the tables on the Bronx Bombers.

The Philadelphia Phillies franchise was established in 1883, but didn't win a National League pennant until 1915. It took another 65 years to win the World Series.

Many great teams have come and gone over the past 140 years of major league baseball. Here is our list of the ten best baseball teams of all time.