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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 Crumrish.
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!
Featured 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! ...
Softball vs Volleyball – What’s The Difference?
With so many different sports and leagues available, it's sometimes tough to pick the right one. Often, kids (and adults) will play multiple sports, partly because it's fun to try out different stuff and partly because they can't decide which one suits them best. Two sports that are definitely among the most ...
Baseball vs Tennis Ball (Size, Weight, Color, Materials)
Not counting softball, you can hardly find a sport that is more similar to baseball than tennis. Although the two sports have very different rules and a different way of counting points, players in baseball and tennis share a lot of comparable motions and techniques. Both sports involve a ball and one player ...
Why Does Little League Use Aluminum Bats? (Solved!)
Since its inception, the Little League has served as the gateway for millions of kids as they enter the baseball world. Most of the pro players have made their first steps in the Little League. As the first level of baseball player development, in most ways, Little League mimics the pro play. However, the ...
9 Best Softball Roller Bags in 2023
While softball bags aren't as central to players' performances as bats and balls, they still are a must-have for players, no matter the position they are playing in. What's that? You never looked at a softball bag as an essential item for softball players? Well, you aren't alone! Regardless of the ...
Why Do Softball Players Wear Face Masks?
When watching a softball game, you may have noticed that some players are wearing face masks. Besides the catcher, who also wears a mask in baseball, this also includes some other positions, particularly players in the infield and pitcher. To some, this may come as a surprise, as softball is generally ...
Do MLB Players Buy Their Own Bats? (Solved)
If you are a huge major league baseball fan you probably have some questions about your favorite players. In particular, you might be wondering how your favorite baseball players get their bats. This can seem like a simple question, but there is actually a lot going on behind the scenes. Especially when it ...
Why Is There No Salary Cap in Baseball? (Answered!)
The salary cap is the predetermined limit on the amount of money teams can spend on players' salaries in one year. Fans of the major sports in the US are very familiar with the term. Almost every major league in the country implements these payroll restrictions. I say almost because MLB still doesn't have a ...
What Is The Strike Zone In Softball? (Answered!)
For a softball game to have a good flow and for the battle between pitchers and batters to be exciting, a consistent strike zone is of the essence. Understanding the dimensions of the strike zone and what area it covers is beneficial to everyone on the field as well as fans. It helps batters decide what ...
What Happens to Baseball Uniforms After a Game?
When watching a baseball game, whether on TV or in person at the stadium, it's hard not to notice how crispy clean players' uniforms look, at least at the start of the game. On the other hand, if you've ever played baseball, you know how easy it is to get dirty. Sliding and diving on the dirt and grass ...
Can Girls Play Baseball? (Solved!)
In the minds of many, baseball is branded as a sport for men, and softball is reserved for women. While this is often described as plainly as an unjust prejudice, the gender representation in these two sports backs this up. From the youngest age, baseball is mostly played by boys and softball by girls. ...
11 Best Weighted Baseballs For Hitting In 2023
Quality training is a huge part of becoming a successful baseball player. And, while the effort is certainly necessary, the proper training tools and equipment also play a big role in improving the skill level of a player. Among those tools, a special place belongs to weighted balls. Initially used by ...
Curveball vs Sinker – What’s The Difference?
The job of a pro pitcher is one of the hardest and most difficult to master in all of the sports. On a daily basis, they go against the best batters in the world and are tasked with getting them out. And, this is far from easy. To take the batter out, a pitcher needs to have a deep bag of various pitches, ...
