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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.

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Popular Baseball Articles

7 Different Types of Baseballs By Age And For Training!

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)

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!)

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!)

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)

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!)

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!)

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

How Many Fouls Can You Get In Baseball? (Solved!)

How Many Fouls Can You Get In Baseball? (Solved!)

Even though it's one of the most popular sports and is often referred to as the American pastime, baseball can sometimes get a bit confusing. The rules of the game are rather intricate and to an outsider, they may seem baffling at times. Even when you feel that you fully understand everything that's going on, ...

Baseball Positions In Order Of Importance (Ranking + Reasons)

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 ...

Who Gets A World Series Ring? (Answered In Detail!)

Who Gets A World Series Ring? (Answered In Detail!)

Every kid who's ever thrown a ball or held a bat dreams of winning the World Series ring someday. It's an ultimate prize in the world of baseball and a crowning achievement in the career of any player. Of course, only one team gets to be a champion every year and the competition is extremely fierce. So, ...

What Does PPD Mean In Baseball? (Answered!)

What Does PPD Mean In Baseball? (Answered!)

For many fans, baseball games are a part of their regular daily routine. For the duration of the season, many of them build their schedules around the games of their team. The daily dose of games during the season often brings some much-needed excitement into our everyday lives and provides a chance to relax ...

What Is The Most Important Position In Baseball? (Solved!)

What Is The Most Important Position In Baseball? (Solved!)

It's well-known that every player on the baseball field has a role to play and contributes to the team's success. Each position requires a certain set of skills, specific talents, and diverse athletic abilities. Some positions may require strength and quickness, while at others you'll mostly rely on baseball ...

Baseball Cap vs Snapback – What Are The Differences?

Baseball Cap vs Snapback – What Are The Differences?

Originally used to protect baseball players' eyes and faces from the sun, baseball hats are a fashion staple worldwide. They are worn by everyone, both the young and the old, athletes, musicians, and even politicians. It's one fashion item that never seems to go out of style. Over the years baseball caps ...

How Much Does A Baseball Cap Weigh? (Solved!)

How Much Does A Baseball Cap Weigh? (Solved!)

There are not many things that Americans love more than baseball. The influence of the game has long transcended the sport itself. Baseball is ingrained in culture and tradition all over the continent. The impact is, perhaps, most visible through baseball caps. Millions of people wear them, some to ...

Baseball Cap vs Trucker Hat – What Is The Difference?

Baseball Cap vs Trucker Hat – What Is The Difference?

Different styles of hats have been around for a long time, each with its unique purpose and look. In recent years, two styles of hats, in particular, have become increasingly popular among both men and women: the baseball cap and the trucker hat. But what exactly is the difference between these two types of ...

What Does SU Mean In Baseball? (Answered In Detail!)

What Does SU Mean In Baseball? (Answered In Detail!)

Looking at a baseball game report, you'll notice that it's filled with acronyms. They can refer to games stats, both team and individuals, as well as players' roles and positions on the field. Some acronyms, such as DH or 1B, are well known even to those who don't follow the game that much. However, ...

What Are Box Seats At A Baseball Game? (Solved!)

What Are Box Seats At A Baseball Game? (Solved!)

Baseball is commonly called the favorite American pastime and there's a good reason for it. The sport can provide emotion and fun rarely found anywhere else. Of course, being at a baseball game in person only makes it more enjoyable and turns the excitement up to eleven. Hardly anything in sports can ...

Batting Gloves vs Football Gloves – A Detailed Comparison

Batting Gloves vs Football Gloves – A Detailed Comparison

In any sport, ultimate success is only possible with the proper equipment. A player, however, can still produce a decent performance even without some of the gear. Still, the right equipment often provides a necessary edge needed for the talent to come through and helps players be on top of their game. For ...

Cricket Ball vs Baseball (Color, Size, Weight, Hardness)

Cricket Ball vs Baseball (Color, Size, Weight, Hardness)

Cricket and baseball are the two most popular bat-and-ball games in the world. While baseball rules North America, cricket is beloved among Commonwealth nations such as England, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, and particularly in the Indian subcontinent. Despite being mostly played in different ...

Softball vs Volleyball – What’s The Difference?

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 ...

What is a Good Batting Average in Softball? (Answered In Detail!)

What is a Good Batting Average in Softball? (Answered In Detail!)

Almost any aspect of the softball game can be viewed through numbers. There's a statistical category for just about anything that happens on the field. Compared to most other sports, softball is way ahead in using statistics to evaluate players and teams, devise game strategies, and construct rosters. ...

Popular Softball Chants For Players, Batters & Pitchers

Popular Softball Chants For Players, Batters & Pitchers

As we all know, softball games are often decided by the tiniest of margins. A single mistake or an inspired play can mean all the difference between winning and losing, especially when two teams are evenly matched. When there's not much difference in terms of quality, it's often the more motivated team that ...

How Much Does A Softball Weigh? (Pounds And Grams)

How Much Does A Softball Weigh? (Pounds And Grams)

Initially, softball was created as a version of baseball modified to be played indoors. This meant that the playing equipment had to be adjusted to suit these new conditions. Due to the closed space and smaller field, a softball was bigger, heavier, and softer compared to a baseball. New balls provided a ...

What Is A Perfect Game In Softball? (Solved!)

What Is A Perfect Game In Softball? (Solved!)

In every single game, softball pitchers face a tremendous amount of pressure. Knowing that a single mistake can mean the difference between winning or losing makes their job one of the toughest in all the sports. They're a part of every play and each batter that the pitcher comes against requires a different ...

What Does PO Mean in Softball Stats? (Solved!)

What Does PO Mean in Softball Stats? (Solved!)

Even though people new to softball may find it overwhelming at first, the game itself is fairly simple and easy to understand once you get a hang of it. Still, as the scoring is rather different from any other major sport, reading softball statistics can sometimes get confusing, The softball boxscore is ...

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