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Hello And Welcome To Little Ballparks
Little Ballparks was a directory for baseball parks of the minor leagues hosted by Paul Crumlish.
The site has changed and the main focus is now on articles related to baseball and softball. I hope that you will find all the information you are looking for here.
And, more importantly, that you enjoy exploring my website and perusing my extensive collection of baseball articles, how-to guides and more!
Popular Baseball Articles
7 Different Types of Baseballs By Age And For Training!
To an average baseball viewer, any ball that the game is played with may seem the same. Truth be told, most of them do feel and look exactly alike. However, those who played baseball, especially at different levels, are familiar with different types of baseballs. Depending on the age group and the level ...
Baseball Positions In Order Of Importance (Ranking + Reasons)
If you're new to baseball, understanding all positions on the field and their roles can be a bit overwhelming. Even the more experienced baseball fans, and experts as well, often struggle to decide which position is the most important. The question of which player contributes the most to winning ball games ...
How Many Baseballs Are Used In A MLB Game & Season? (Solved!)
Are you an MLB fan? How long have you been following the baseball league? Whether you're new in this fandom or have old connections to it, there are some things all MLB fans are curious about. One of those questions is, "How many baseballs are used in a MLB season?" An interesting question indeed! ...
How Much Money Does A Baseball Stadium Make Per Game? (Solved!)
Baseball is the favorite American pastime and an inseparable part of the country's culture and tradition. For more than a century, generations have nurtured love and passion for the game that goes beyond anything we can see in other major sports. However, there's no denying that baseball has always been a big ...
Popular Softball Articles
What is an Illegal Pitch in Fastpitch Softball? (6 Most Common Ones)
Pitchers play probably the most crucial position in softball. Good pitching performance is typically the key to winning the game. Besides being the most important, the position of a pitcher is also the hardest one to play. Pitching technique is not easy to learn and mastering the mechanics of a pitch may take ...
What Does DH, DP, And EH Mean In Softball? (Solved!)
Even for a casual fan, softball is an immensely entertaining and exciting game. Many of the spectators often don't have a full grasp of intricate and often complicated rules of the sport, but that doesn't stop them from enjoying and having fun while watching the game. However, a complete understanding of even ...
Are Softball And Baseball Cleats The Same? (Solved!)
Regardless of the immense popularity of softball and baseball in the States, a vast population doesn't understand the difference between the two sports. The main reason for this is that baseball and softball have a lot in common. Nevertheless, we can't overlook the fact that softball and baseball are not the ...
Latest Baseball And Softball Articles
3 Ways On How To Break In Baseball Cleats
To be able to give his best and produce an optimal performance on the baseball field, a player has to, first and foremost, feel comfortable. This, among other things, means that the equipment should be in order and properly fitting. Considering the importance of precise footwork in baseball, this is ...
Why Do Pitchers Use Vaseline? (Answered!)
Cherished for more than a century and a half as America's pastime, baseball is a game beloved by millions. However, it also has an uglier side, often hidden from the regular fans. Cheating has been a part of baseball almost from the beginning. Steroid use is something that grabbed the most headlines, but ...
How Many Baseballs Are Used In A MLB Game & Season? (Solved!)
Are you an MLB fan? How long have you been following the baseball league? Whether you're new in this fandom or have old connections to it, there are some things all MLB fans are curious about. One of those questions is, "How many baseballs are used in a MLB season?" An interesting question indeed! ...
Why Do Baseball Helmets Cover One Ear? (5 Reasons Listed)
In general, as it is not a full-contact sport, we can say that baseball is safer than other major sports, football or hockey for example. Still, with balls often flying at 100 mph, some protection is necessary. Of course, the ball flying at a lighting speed can do the most damage if it hits the player in the ...
Do Baseballs Float? (Explained!)
One of the coolest things you can witness while watching live baseball is the so-called splash hit. It's also one of the rarest events to experience at the ballgame. Splash-making home runs are of course only possible at the ballparks that are next to a body of water. The most famous among those are the ...
Is Pine Tar Illegal in Baseball? (Rules For Batters & Pitchers)
Pine tar is a sticky and tacky blackish material produced by pinewood carbonization in high-temperature conditions However, most of us have likely first heard of pine tar through baseball. For years, players have used it to improve their grip, often against the rules of the game. The use of pine tar has ...
Softball Vs Soccer Cleats – Same Or Different?
Softball and soccer are two amazing games that require special cleats to be played with perfection. The cleats of both sports are quite different. Though the cleats of many shoes are similar, the ones used in soccer and softball differ greatly. Since cleats are way too expensive, you need to spend money ...
Do Softball Players Wear Cups? (Solved!)
Anyone who's ever played softball knows how much fun it can be. There's hardly anything better you can do on a sunny summer day than play a game of softball. Still, it's important to remember that besides having fun, you should always keep yourself safe. Skilled pitchers, especially at the higher levels, can ...
Why are Softballs Bigger than Baseballs? (And why are they yellow?)
For many, softball and baseball are difficult to tell apart. And, at first glance, they indeed do have a lot of similarities. Both sports are played on a 4-base diamond and players score by making runs. In fact, softball originated in the late 19th century as the indoor version of baseball and a way for ...
8 Reasons Why Do Baseball Players Chew Gum
Nowadays, it is not an uncommon thing to see baseball players chewing gum and even spitting it out during a game. This can be spotted both in film and in real life. But have you actually ever wondered why do baseball players chew gum? In the past, many players would have chewed smokeless tobacco during a ...
3 Reasons Why Do Baseball Players Wear Hats
Baseball hats have been around for almost as long as the game itself. In the beginning, baseball hats were a mere reflection of the surrounding society. If you look at any picture from the second half of the 19th century, you'll notice that all men are wearing some sort of hat, and baseball was no different. ...
Can I Use a Softball Glove for Baseball?
In a way, the sports of baseball and softball are like siblings. They are very similar to a certain extent, but there are still clear differences. The same goes for the gear athletes use in each of these sports. They are very much alike but are rarely interchangeable and, in most cases, you can't just use a ...
Why Do Baseball Players Wear Chains? (4 Reasons!)
Unlike their counterparts in NFL, NBA, or NHL, baseball players can often be seen wearing chains around their neck. If you've been closely following MLB over the last couple of years, you've probably noticed that this trend is on the rise. Right now, the majority of baseball players wear some kind of neck ...
Why Do Baseball Players Put Pine Tar on Their Helmets?
While watching baseball, you'll often notice that players' helmets look filthy or even damaged. On the TV screen, plenty of helmets will appear to have a darkened area which from afar look as if it was burned. Of course, it's hard to believe that MLB players' equipment is anything but in top-notch condition. ...
How to Clean Catchers Gear (4 Ways!)
Compared to other players on the baseball field, the catcher position requires considerably more equipment. Besides the standard uniform, the catcher's gear also features helmets with face masks, chest protectors, shin guards, knee savers, and mitts. Cleaning and caring for this gear is an essential part of ...
How To Clean A Baseball (5 Solutions!)
During a baseball game, it is possible for a baseball to acquire a lot of filth and debris, or even get dirty, muddy, or wet. Even when exercising extreme care and caution, it is still very unlikely that your ball will stay clean forever. Over time, you may notice your baseball become looking less and less ...
BBCOR vs USSSA – What’s Better? (Explained!)
With all the options now available, choosing a baseball bat can often feel overwhelming. With so many factors to consider, it can be difficult to even know where to start. Bat weight, length, grip, manufacturer, material, and, ultimately, the price should all be taken into consideration. In addition, the ...
How to Get Grass Stains Out Of Baseball Pants (4 Solutions)
If you play the game of baseball the right way, you're bound to get a bit messy. Dirty, grass-stained pants at the bottom of the ninth inning are perfectly normal. However, at the start of the game, you'll probably want to look crispy clean. And removing grass stains is no easy task, as any parent of every ...
