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1921 – Baseball: The World Series is broadcast on the radio for the first time. Source:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/October_5

Visit the website at www.mtvsbll.com for more information about Registration and the upcoming Clinics to be held between Christmas and New Years at Stapley Jr. High Softball fields.  Player Clinic Tuesday/Wednesday Dec 28th/29th, 2010 Beginners (6-11 y.o.): 9am – 11:00am Advanced (12-up): 11:30am – 1:30pm Tuesday: hitting and offense Wednesday: fielding, throwing and defense $20 [...]

AMY welcomes Little League Baseball and Softball Players along with their families to a special meet-n-greet opportunity with Robert Brinton, recent President and founding member of the Cactus League, to hear his clever stories and recollections about baseball and its history in Arizona, see his colorful toy collection and more. You’ll also have the opportunity [...]

Get a sneak peak of what goes on behind-the-scenes at HoHokam Stadium this summer. Mesa Parks, Recreation and Commercial Facilities Department is giving out free private tours to groups or individuals. The tour will consist of the walking the bases, viewing the dug outs, suites, practice facilities and learn about the history of HoHokam Stadium. [...]

1939 – The Columbia Lions and the Princeton Tigers play in the first-ever televised sporting event, a collegiate baseball game in New York City. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/May_17

1904 – Pitching against the Philadelphia Athletics at the Huntington Avenue Grounds, Cy Young of the Boston Americans throws the first perfect game in the modern era of baseball. Source:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/May_5

1965 – Astrodome opens with the first indoor baseball game. Source:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/April_9