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MLB

Professional baseball league in US and Canada.
Professional baseball league in US and Canada.
Major League Baseball (MLB) is the oldest major professional sports league, formed in 1876 and 1901. It consists of 30 teams divided into the National League (NL) and the American League (AL). MLB has a rich history, surviving scandals and evolving with the times. The league's popularity is evident through its high attendance and global broadcast reach.

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1839
Invention of Baseball
Baseball was invented in 1839 and has since become an integral part of American culture, reflecting the nation's history and values.
1869-01-01
Formation of Major League Baseball
Major League Baseball was formed in 1869, marking the beginning of a new era in professional baseball.
1869-03-15
Formation of Cincinnati Red Stockings
The Cincinnati Red Stockings, the first professional team, was formed in 1869 as part of the newly established Major League Baseball organization.
1869-06-19
First Professional Baseball Game
The first professional baseball game took place on June 19, 1869, between the Cincinnati Red Stockings and the Great Westerns in Cincinnati, Ohio.
1871
Boston Red Stockings become first professional baseball team
The Boston Red Stockings, later known as the Boston Braves, were the first professional baseball team, marking a significant milestone in the history of the sport.
1876-01-01
Cincinnati Reds Inaugural Season
The Cincinnati Reds played their first official Major League Baseball game in 1876.
1876-04-15
Formation of National League
The Major League Baseball (MLB) organization formed and created The National League.
1878
Expulsion of New York Mutuals and Philadelphia Athletics
The New York Mutuals and Philadelphia Athletics were expelled from the league in 1878.
1879-01-01
Buffalo Bisons Formation
The Buffalo Bisons were formed in 1879 and played in the National League until 1885.
1880-06-12
First Perfect Game
George Bradley achieved the first perfect game in Major League Baseball (MLB) history.
1881
Expulsion of Cincinnati Stars
The Cincinnati Stars were expelled in 1881 because they refused to sign a league-wide pledge to ban alcohol at ballparks.
1882-01-01
Baltimore Orioles (AA) Establishment
The Baltimore Orioles (AA) were established in 1882 and were a prominent team in the American Association until 1891.
1882
St. Louis Cardinals Origin
The St. Louis Cardinals baseball team originated in 1882.
1883
New York Gothams Establishment
The New York Gothams were established in 1883 and later became the New York Giants.
1883
San Francisco Giants Formation
The San Francisco Giants baseball team was formed in 1883.
1884-10-23
First World Series
On October 23, 1884, the MLB held its first World Series, marking a significant milestone in the league's history.
1885
New York Giants Establishment
The New York Giants were established in 1885 and later relocated to San Francisco in 1958.
1886-10-06
First Person with Most Stolen Bases
In 1886, the first player to achieve the record for the most stolen bases in a season was recognized, making a notable mark in MLB history.
1887
Pittsburgh Pirates Established
The Pittsburgh Pirates baseball team was established in 1887.
1888
St. Louis Maroons moved to Indianapolis and became the Indianapolis Hoosiers
In 1888, the St. Louis Maroons relocated to Indianapolis and changed their name to the Indianapolis Hoosiers.
1889-01-01
Brooklyn Trolley Dodgers established
The Brooklyn Trolley Dodgers were established in 1889, marking the beginning of their presence in Brooklyn under a different name.
1890-01-01
Brooklyn Bridegrooms established
The Brooklyn Bridegrooms were established in 1890, marking the beginning of their presence in Brooklyn.
1891
Last American Association (AA) season
The 1891 season marked the final season of the American Association (AA) before it disbanded.
1892-01-01
Baltimore Orioles (AA) Formation
The Baltimore Orioles (AA) were formed in 1892 and played in the American Association until 1899.
1894-05-30
Bobby Lowe Hits 4 Home Runs in MLB History
On May 30, 1894, Bobby Lowe made history by becoming the first person in Major League Baseball history to hit four home runs in a single game.
1896
Brooklyn Grooms to Brooklyn Bridegrooms
The Brooklyn Grooms changed their name to the Brooklyn Bridegrooms in 1896.
1898
Chicago Colts to Chicago Orphans
The Chicago Colts were renamed the Chicago Orphans in 1898.
1899-01-01
Brooklyn Bridegrooms become Brooklyn Dodgers
In 1899, the Brooklyn Bridegrooms changed their name to the Brooklyn Dodgers, marking a notable rebranding for the team.
1900
Classic Eight
In 1900, the Baltimore Orioles, Cleveland Spiders, Louisville Colonels, and Washington Senators folded, and the St. Louis Perfectos became the St. Louis Cardinals.
1901-01-01
New York Yankees
The New York Yankees, one of the most successful and storied franchises in the history of Major League Baseball, was established in 1901 and has a rich legacy of championships and legendary players.
1901-01-28
American League Begins Competition
On January 28, 1901, the American League officially entered into competition, marking a significant development in the history of Major League Baseball.
1901-09-27
Leader of the American League in Stolen Bases
On September 27, 1901, a player from the American League became the leader in stolen bases.
1902
Relocation of Milwaukee Brewers to St. Louis
The new Milwaukee Brewers moved to St. Louis and became the St. Louis Browns.
1903-01
Baltimore Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles existed from 1903 to 1912.
1903-09-01
MLB
Major League Baseball (MLB) is a professional baseball organization that was established on September 1, 1903. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious baseball leagues in the world.
1904-05-14
Jack Chesbro's 14 Game Wins
Jack Chesbro became the first pitcher in Major League Baseball history to win 14 games from May 14, 1904 to July 6, 1904, setting a record.
1905
New York Giants Win World Series
The New York Giants (NL) emerged victorious over the Philadelphia Athletics (AL) with a score of 4–1 in the 1905 World Series.
1906
Chicago White Sox Win World Series
The Chicago White Sox (AL) secured a 4–2 victory over the Chicago Cubs (NL) in the 1906 World Series.
1907
Chicago Cubs Win World Series
The Chicago Cubs (NL) achieved a 4–0 win over the Detroit Tigers (AL) in the 1907 World Series.
1908-02
Spring Training
Spring training is a series of practices and exhibition games held in warm weather states like Arizona and Florida, allowing teams to prepare for the regular season. It also provides an opportunity for new players to compete for roster spots and gives existing players practice time.
1909
Pittsburgh Pirates Win World Series
The Pittsburgh Pirates (NL) secured a 4–3 victory over the Detroit Tigers (AL) in the 1909 World Series.
1910-04-10
William Howard Taft's First Pitch
On April 10, 1910, William Howard Taft made history by becoming the first U.S. President to throw the ceremonial first pitch in a baseball game.
1911-01-01
Brooklyn Superbas become Brooklyn Dodgers
In 1911, the Brooklyn Superbas changed their name to the Brooklyn Dodgers, signifying a significant transformation for the team.
1911-10-06
Most Wins Ending the Career
An event occurred on October 6, 1911, related to the most wins ending a career. Additional information is needed to provide a specific description.
1912
Boston Red Sox Win World Series
The Boston Red Sox (AL) secured a 4–3 victory over the New York Giants (NL) in the 1912 World Series.
1913
New York Highlanders became New York Yankees
The New York Highlanders changed their name to the New York Yankees.
1914-01-01
Brooklyn Dodgers established
The Brooklyn Dodgers were established in 1914, marking the beginning of their presence in Brooklyn.
1915-10-08
Cy Young's 511 Career Wins
Cy Young started his baseball career with 511 career wins during his 21 years of pitching.
1916
Dissolution of the Federal League
The Federal League folded prior to the season.
1917
Chicago White Sox vs New York Giants
The 1917 World Series saw the Chicago White Sox facing the New York Giants, resulting in a 4-2 win for the Chicago White Sox.
1918
Boston Red Sox vs Chicago Cubs
In 1918, the Boston Red Sox competed against the Chicago Cubs in the World Series, with the Boston Red Sox emerging victorious with a 4-2 win.
1919
Black Sox Scandal
The Black Sox Scandal was a conspiracy to fix the 1919 World Series, which posed a significant threat to the integrity of professional baseball. However, professional baseball survived this scandal and continued to rise in popularity in the following decade.
1920-08-17
Death of Ray Chapman
Ray Chapman of the Cleveland Indians died after being struck in the head by a pitch, becoming the only MLB player to die of an on-field injury.
1921-01-12
Kenesaw Mountain Landis elected as baseball's first Commissioner
On January 12, 1921, Kenesaw Mountain Landis was elected as the first Commissioner of baseball, marking a significant milestone in the history of the sport.
1921-08-05
First Baseball Game Broadcast on Radio
The first baseball game ever broadcast on radio was a Pittsburgh Pirates versus Philadelphia Phillies game on August 5, 1921. The game was broadcast by KDKA of Pittsburgh, and the Pirates defeated the Phillies 8–5. It was broadcast by KDKA staff announcer Harold Arlin.
1921-10-02
Babe Ruth leads league in runs
In October 2, 1921, Babe Ruth led the league in runs, showcasing his exceptional performance in the sport.
1922
WJZ Broadcasts Entire World Series
In 1922, WJZ broadcast the entire World Series, with Grantland Rice doing play-by-play.
1923
Graham McNamee Joins World Series Broadcast
For the 1923 World Series, Graham McNamee joined Westinghouse for the first time, becoming the first color commentator. During the fourth inning of Game 3, he turned the microphone over to McNamee, marking the start of McNamee's career.
1924
EWL disbandment
The EWL disbanded, leading to significant changes in the baseball landscape.
1925
Washington Senators vs Pittsburgh Pirates World Series
The Washington Senators (AL) played against the Pittsburgh Pirates (NL) in the 1925 World Series, with the Senators winning 4-3.
1926
Washington Senators vs Pittsburgh Pirates World Series
The Washington Senators (AL) faced the Pittsburgh Pirates (NL) in the 1926 World Series, with the Senators winning 4-3.
1927-09-30
Babe Ruth hits 60 Home Runs
On September 30, 1927, Babe Ruth hit 60 home runs, setting a record for the most home runs in a season.
1928
New York Yankees vs Pittsburgh Pirates World Series
The New York Yankees (AL) played against the Pittsburgh Pirates (NL) in the 1928 World Series, with the Yankees winning 4-0.
1929
Establishment of American Negro League (ANL)
The American Negro League (ANL) was established with six teams, five of which were from the ECL. The independent Homestead Grays also joined the ANL.
1930
Louisville Black Caps and Nashville Elite Giants joining NNL
The Louisville Black Caps and Nashville Elite Giants joined the NNL.
1931
Last NNL season
1931 was the last NNL season.
1932-01-01
Brooklyn Robins become Brooklyn Dodgers
In 1932, the Brooklyn Robins changed their name to the Brooklyn Dodgers, a significant rebranding for the team.
1933-07-06
First MLB All-Star Game
The first Major League Baseball All-Star Game was held on July 6, 1933, at Comiskey Park in Chicago. It was organized as part of the 1933 World's Fair and featured a team of American League All-Stars against a team of National League All-Stars.
1934
Columbus Blue Birds join NNL and become Cleveland Giants
The Columbus Blue Birds joined the NNL but disbanded and merged with the Akron Black Tyrites after the first half of the split season. The Akron Black Tyrites then moved to Cleveland, Ohio and became the Cleveland Giants.
1935
Detroit Tigers Win World Series
In 1935, the Detroit Tigers from the American League won the World Series by defeating the Chicago Cubs from the National League with a score of 4–3.
1936
New York Yankees Win World Series
The New York Yankees from the American League emerged victorious in the 1936 World Series by defeating the New York Giants from the National League with a score of 4–2.
1937
New York Yankees Win World Series
The New York Yankees from the American League clinched the 1937 World Series title by defeating the New York Giants from the National League with a score of 4–2.
1938
New York Yankees Win World Series
In 1938, the New York Yankees from the American League secured the World Series championship by defeating the Chicago Cubs from the National League with a score of 4–1.
1939
New York Yankees Win World Series
The New York Yankees from the American League triumphed in the 1939 World Series by defeating the Cincinnati Reds from the National League with a score of 4–0.
1939
Harry Frazee's Fire Sale
Harry Frazee's infamous fire sale occurred in 1939, impacting the Boston Red Sox team and its future performance.
1940
Cincinnati Reds Win World Series
In 1940, the Cincinnati Reds from the National League emerged victorious in the World Series by defeating the Detroit Tigers from the American League with a score of 4–3.
1941-05-15
56 Game Hitting Streak by Joe DiMaggio
From May 15 to July 16, 1941, Joe DiMaggio achieved the longest hitting streak in Major League Baseball history, hitting in 56 consecutive games.
1942
St. Louis Cardinals Win World Series
In 1942, the St. Louis Cardinals from the National League emerged victorious in the World Series by defeating the New York Yankees from the American League with a score of 4–1.
1943
New York Yankees Win World Series
The New York Yankees from the American League clinched the 1943 World Series title by defeating the St. Louis Cardinals from the National League with a score of 4–1.
1944
St. Louis Cardinals Win World Series
In 1944, the St. Louis Cardinals from the National League emerged victorious in the World Series by defeating the St. Louis Browns from the American League with a score of 4–2.
1945
Detroit Tigers Win American League Pennant
In 1945, the Detroit Tigers from the American League achieved success by winning the American League pennant.
1946
Cincinnati-Indianapolis Clowns Permanent Move
In 1946, the Cincinnati-Indianapolis Clowns stopped playing in Cincinnati, Ohio and permanently played in Indianapolis, Indiana, and changed their name to the Indianapolis Clowns.
1947-04-15
Jackie Robinson's MLB Debut
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson made history by becoming the first African American to play in Major League Baseball, breaking the color barrier in the sport.
1947-10-23
Jackie Robinson's MLB Debut
Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball on October 23, 1947, marking a significant milestone in the quest for racial justice in America.
1948-08-16
Death of Babe Ruth
On August 16, 1948, the legendary baseball player Babe Ruth passed away at the age of 53, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the world of baseball.
1949
End of New York Black Yankees
In 1949, the New York Black Yankees folded, signaling the end of an era for the team.
1950
New York Yankees (AL) vs Philadelphia Phillies (NL)
The 1950 baseball season witnessed a dominant performance by the New York Yankees (AL) against the Philadelphia Phillies (NL), with the New York Yankees securing a comprehensive victory of 4-0.
1951
New York Yankees (AL) vs New York Giants (NL)
In 1951, the New York Yankees (AL) faced off against the New York Giants (NL) in a gripping series, ultimately resulting in the New York Yankees triumphing with a score of 4-2.
1952
New York Yankees (AL) vs Brooklyn Dodgers (NL)
The 1952 championship featured a thrilling showdown between the New York Yankees (AL) and the Brooklyn Dodgers (NL), with the New York Yankees emerging victorious with a score of 4-3.
1953
St. Louis Browns move to Baltimore
The St. Louis Browns relocated to Baltimore, Maryland and were renamed the Baltimore Orioles.
1954
Browns Relocation to Baltimore
In 1954, the St. Louis Browns relocated to Baltimore, marking a significant change in the baseball landscape.
1955
Athletics relocation to Kansas City
The Philadelphia Athletics moved to Kansas City, Missouri and were renamed the Kansas City Athletics.
1956
MLB Roster in 1956
Baseball Almanac maintains roster data on every team in Major League history, including the roster for the year 1956. It is a valuable resource for accurate information on MLB rosters from that era.
1957-09-24
Dodgers Move to Los Angeles
On September 24, 1957, the Brooklyn Dodgers announced their relocation to Los Angeles, marking a significant shift in the landscape of Major League Baseball.
1958-01-01
Brooklyn Dodgers move to Los Angeles
In 1958, the Brooklyn Dodgers moved to Los Angeles, marking the end of the team's long history in Brooklyn.
1958
Los Angeles Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers are a professional baseball team based in Los Angeles, California. They originated in Brooklyn, New York, and moved to Los Angeles in 1958.
1959-07
Two All-Star Games Per Season
From 1959 to 1962, two games were held each season, one in July and one in August.
1960-01
MLB Expansion Adds Eight Teams
In the 1960s, MLB expanded by adding eight new teams, including the first non-U.S. team, the Montreal Expos.
1961-01-01
Washington Senators
The Washington Senators were a Major League Baseball team that existed from 1961 to 1971 before relocating and becoming the Texas Rangers.
1961-10-01
Roger Maris Hits 61 Home Runs
On October 1, 1961, Roger Maris achieved the remarkable feat of hitting 61 home runs in a single season, surpassing Babe Ruth's record of 60 home runs.
1962-01-01
New York Mets
The New York Mets are a Major League Baseball team that was established in 1962 and has been an iconic franchise in the MLB history.
1962-04-10
Houston Colt 45's became Houston Astros
On April 10, 1962, the Major League expanded south, giving the city a baseball team called the Houston Colt 45's, which was later known as the Houston Astros.
1963
New York Yankees vs Los Angeles Dodgers World Series
The New York Yankees (AL) faced off against the Los Angeles Dodgers (NL) in the 1963 World Series, with the Los Angeles Dodgers winning 4-0.
1964
New York Yankees vs St. Louis Cardinals World Series
The New York Yankees (AL) played against the St. Louis Cardinals (NL) in the 1964 World Series, resulting in a 4-3 win for the St. Louis Cardinals.
1965-01-01
Houston and Angels Renaming
In 1965, the Houston Colt .45s changed their name to the Houston Astros, and the Los Angeles Angels were renamed the California Angels on September 2, 1965.
1965-04-09
Opening of the Astrodome
On April 9, 1965, the first domed stadium, the Astrodome, opened to the public in Houston, Texas. It was the first dome stadium in Major League Baseball.
1966-01-01
Braves Relocation to Atlanta
The Milwaukee Braves relocated to Atlanta in 1966 and became the Atlanta Braves, marking a significant shift in the team's location and identity.
1967
Los Angeles Dodgers vs St. Louis Cardinals
In 1967, the Los Angeles Dodgers played against the St. Louis Cardinals in the National League and won with a score of 4-0.
1968-01-01
Athletics Relocation to Oakland
In 1968, the Kansas City Athletics moved to Oakland, California, and rebranded as the Oakland Athletics, signifying a major relocation and transformation for the team.
1968
Oakland Athletics
The Oakland Athletics, often referred to as the A's, are a professional baseball team based in Oakland, California. They were established in 1968.
1969-01-01
Birth of Division Play
The birth of division play in 1969 marked a significant shift in the structure of Major League Baseball, with the addition of new teams like the Kansas City Royals, Seattle Pilots, Montreal Expos, and San Diego Padres, and the realignment of the two leagues into two six-team divisions.
1969
San Diego Padres Founding
The San Diego Padres baseball team was founded in 1969.
1969-04-08
Montreal Expos Inaugural Season
The Montreal Expos played their first official Major League Baseball game on April 8, 1969.
1970-01-01
Seattle Pilots (AL)
The Seattle Pilots were a Major League Baseball team that played for only one season in 1969 before relocating and becoming the Milwaukee Brewers.
1971
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Baltimore Orioles
The Pittsburgh Pirates played against the Baltimore Orioles in the National League in 1971, resulting in a 4-3 victory for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
1972
Washington Senators Relocation to Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex
The Washington Senators moved to Arlington, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and were renamed as the Texas Rangers in 1972.
1972
Players Strike at the Start of the 1972 Season
A players strike at the beginning of the 1972 season led to the cancellation of the first weeks of the schedule, resulting in teams playing a different number of games. Detroit played one more game than Boston, ultimately impacting the outcome of the regular season race.
1973-01-01
Publication of Games, Asterisks, and People: Memoirs of a Lucky Fan
The book 'Games, Asterisks, and People: Memoirs of a Lucky Fan' by Frick, Ford, the Commissioner of Major League Baseball, was published on January 1, 1973. It provides insights into the experiences of a lucky fan and the significance of league balls and store-bought bats in becoming a team captain.
1974
Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Dodgers
In 1974, the Oakland Athletics played against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the American League and won with a score of 4-1.
1975
MLB Expansion to 30 Teams
In 1975, Major League Baseball expanded to 30 teams from 24, marking a significant growth in the league's size and scope.
1976
Cincinnati Reds vs New York Yankees
In 1976, the Cincinnati Reds played against the New York Yankees in the National League and won with a score of 4-0.
1977
New York Yankees Win World Series
The New York Yankees from the American League defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers from the National League with a score of 4-2 in the 1977 World Series.
1977
Toronto Blue Jays Inception
The Toronto Blue Jays baseball team started playing in 1977.
1978
New York Yankees Win World Series
The New York Yankees from the American League triumphed over the Los Angeles Dodgers from the National League with a score of 4-2 in the 1978 World Series.
1979
Pittsburgh Pirates Win World Series
The Pittsburgh Pirates from the National League emerged victorious over the Baltimore Orioles from the American League with a score of 4-3 in the 1979 World Series.
1980-01
Decline in Home Runs and Major League Baseball Strike
In the 1980s, home runs were on the decline, and the 1981 Major League Baseball strike forced the cancellation of 713 total games, resulting in a split-season format.
1981
Los Angeles Dodgers Win World Series
The Los Angeles Dodgers from the National League emerged triumphant with a 4-2 win over the New York Yankees from the American League in the 1981 World Series.
1982
St. Louis Cardinals Win World Series
The St. Louis Cardinals from the National League clinched a 4-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers from the American League in the 1982 World Series.
1983
Baltimore Orioles Win World Series
The Baltimore Orioles from the American League secured a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies from the National League in the 1983 World Series.
1984
Detroit Tigers Win World Series
The Detroit Tigers from the American League emerged victorious with a 4-1 win over the San Diego Padres from the National League in the 1984 World Series.
1985-09-11
Pete Rose's All-Time Hits Record and Lifetime Ban
In 1985, Pete Rose broke Ty Cobb's all-time hits record, but in 1989, he received a lifetime ban from baseball due to betting on games. The Pittsburgh drug trials related to cocaine trafficking also took place in 1985.
1986
New York Mets Win World Series
The New York Mets from the National League triumphed with a 4-3 win over the Boston Red Sox from the American League in the 1986 World Series.
1987
Minnesota Twins Win World Series
The Minnesota Twins from the American League emerged victorious in the 1987 World Series.
1988
Los Angeles Dodgers (NL) vs Oakland Athletics (AL)
The Los Angeles Dodgers (NL) faced off against the Oakland Athletics (AL) in the 1988 World Series, with the Dodgers winning 4 games to 1.
1989-06-05
First Retractable Roof Stadium
On June 5, 1989, the first retractable roof stadium was opened.
1990-01
Steroid Era and MLB Expansion
Routinely in the late 1990s and early 2000s, baseball players hit 40 or 50 home runs in a season, partly due to the use of steroids. The NL added the Florida Marlins and the Colorado Rockies in 1993, and in 1998, the Brewers switched leagues and two new teams were added: the NL's Arizona Diamondbacks and the AL's Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
1991
Minnesota Twins (AL) vs Atlanta Braves (NL)
The 1991 World Series saw the Minnesota Twins (AL) facing off against the Atlanta Braves (NL), with the Twins winning the series 4-3.
1992
Toronto Blue Jays (AL) vs Atlanta Braves (NL)
In 1992, the Toronto Blue Jays (AL) competed against the Atlanta Braves (NL) in the World Series, resulting in the Blue Jays winning the series 4-2.
1993-01
Expansion of National League with Florida Marlins and Colorado Rockies
In 1993, the National League expanded by adding two new teams, the Florida Marlins and the Colorado Rockies, to balance the number of teams in both leagues.
1993
Colorado Rockies
The Colorado Rockies is a Major League Baseball team based in Denver, Colorado. They began playing in 1993 as an expansion team.
1994-08-12
1994–95 Major League Baseball Strike
The strike from August 12, 1994, to April 25, 1995, caused the cancellation of over 900 games and the forfeit of the entire 1994 postseason.
1995-03-09
Tampa Bay Devil Rays and Arizona Diamondbacks Expansion
Major League Baseball owners officially welcome the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and Arizona Diamondbacks as the 13th and 14th expansion teams in Major League history by a vote of 28-0.
1995-04-17
Tampa Bay Devil Rays 30-Year Lease Agreement
The Devil Rays and the City of St. Petersburg agree on a 30-year lease for the team to play their home games at the ThunderDome.
1995-09-26
Tampa Bay Devil Rays Sign First Player
The Devil Rays sign their first player - Adam Sisk, a 6-4 right-handed pitcher from Edison Community College in Fort Myers, Florida.
1995-11-02
Tampa Bay Devil Rays Unveil 1998 Game Uniforms
The Devil Rays unveil their official 1998 game uniforms during a special 'fashion show' at the Florida Aquarium.
1996-05-07
Tampa Bay Devil Rays Host Spring Training in St. Petersburg
The Devil Rays announce they will host Spring Training in St. Petersburg in 1998, becoming the first team in the 'modern era' to host spring training in their home city.
1996-06-04
Rays' First Ever Draft Pick
Outfielder-first baseman Paul Wilder becomes the Rays' first ever draft pick as the team participates in its first free agent amateur draft.
1996-10-03
Tropicana Field Renaming
Tropicana Dole Beverages North America and the Devil Rays announce an agreement to rename the ThunderDome to Tropicana Field.
1997-01-16
Tampa Bay Devil Rays Placed into American League
The Major League Baseball owners place the Devil Rays into the American League by a vote of 28-2, making them the American League's 15th franchise.
1997-11-07
Devil Rays Name Florida Marlins Pitching Coach Larry Rothschild as First Manager
The Devil Rays name Florida Marlins pitching coach Larry Rothschild as the club's first manager.
1997-11-18
Devil Rays Select 35 Players in Major League Expansion Draft
The Rays select 35 players in the Major League Expansion Draft, held in Phoenix, Arizona.
1998
Tampa Bay Rays Establishment
The Tampa Bay Rays baseball team was established in 1998.
1998-03-31
Tampa Bay Devil Rays First Regular Season Major League Game
The Rays lose to the Detroit Tigers 11-6 in Tampa Bay's first regular season Major League game.
1998-04-01
Tampa Bay Devil Rays First Victory
The Devil Rays defeat Detroit, 11-8, for their first-ever victory.
1998-07-01
Rookie Rolando Arrojo Named to American League All-Star Team
Rookie Rolando Arrojo is named to the American League All-Star team, becoming just the second rookie from an expansion team to be named an All-Star.
1998-09-27
Mark McGwire Breaks Home Run Record
On September 27, 1998, Mark McGwire broke the home run record in Major League Baseball by hitting his 70th home run, surpassing Babe Ruth's 60 and Roger Maris's 61 previous home run records.
1999-03-08
Death of Joe DiMaggio
On March 8, 1999, Joe DiMaggio, the legendary baseball player, passed away.
1999-08-07
Wade Boggs Reaches 3,000 Hits
Third baseman Wade Boggs becomes the first player to reach 3,000 hits with a home run, homering off Cleveland's Chris Haney at Tropicana Field.
2000-09-17
Game Postponed Due to Hurricane Gordon
The game at Tropicana Field between the Devil Rays and Oakland Athletics is postponed because of weather conditions related to Hurricane Gordon.
2001-04-18
Larry Rothschild Fired as Manager
Larry Rothschild, who compiled a 205-294 record in three-plus seasons as manager, is fired and replaced by bench coach Hal McRae.
2001-10-07
Barry Bonds Hits 73 Home Runs
On October 7, 2001, Barry Bonds achieved the remarkable feat of hitting 73 home runs in a single season.
2002-04-27
Derek Lowe No-Hits the Rays
Derek Lowe of the Red Sox no-hits the Rays in a 10-0 win at Fenway Park.
2003-07-15
Chad Gaudin Tosses First Perfect Game in Devil Rays Organization History
Chad Gaudin tosses the first perfect game in Devil Rays organization history against Jacksonville (LA) in his first game with AA Orlando.
2004-09-30
Rays Finish with a Team-Record 70 Victories
The Rays beat the Tigers on the final day of the season to finish with a team-record 70 victories.
2005
Chicago White Sox Win World Series
In 2005, the Chicago White Sox from the American League (AL) won the World Series by defeating the team from the National League (NL).
2006-03-30
George Mitchell appointed to investigate performance-enhancing drugs
Former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell was appointed by MLB to investigate the use of performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.
2007
Boston Red Sox Win World Series
In 2007, the Boston Red Sox from the American League (AL) won the World Series by defeating the team from the National League (NL).
2008-10-22
Rays Reach World Series for the First Time
The Rays reach the World Series for the first time in franchise history before losing to the Phillies in five games.
2009
New York Yankees Win World Series
In 2009, the New York Yankees from the American League (AL) won the World Series by defeating the team from the National League (NL).
2010
San Francisco Giants Win World Series
In 2010, the San Francisco Giants won the World Series in the National League by defeating the Texas Rangers in a 4-1 series.
2011-04
Manny Ramirez steroid test suspension
Manny Ramirez retired from baseball rather than face a 100-game suspension for his second positive steroid test, but later unretired with the suspension dropped to 50 games.
2011-11
MLB Taiwan All-Star Series
A series of five exhibition games played by a team made up of MLB players called the MLB All-Stars and the Chinese Taipei national baseball team in Taiwan, where the MLB All-Stars swept the series.
2012
San Francisco Giants Win World Series
In 2012, the San Francisco Giants won the World Series in the National League by defeating the Detroit Tigers in a 4-0 series.
2013-01-10
MLB and players union agreement on HGH testing
MLB and the players union reached an agreement to add random, in-season HGH testing and to implement a new test to reveal the use of testosterone for the 2013 season.
2014-03-22
Arizona Diamondbacks season opener in Australia
The Arizona Diamondbacks opened the 2014 season against Los Angeles Dodgers in Australia at the historic Sydney Cricket Ground, representing the first MLB regular-season play held in that country.
2015
Kansas City Royals Win World Series
In 2015, the Kansas City Royals won the World Series in the American League by defeating the New York Mets in a 4-1 series.
2016
Chicago Cubs Win World Series
In 2016, the Chicago Cubs won the World Series in the National League by defeating the Cleveland Indians in a 4-3 series.
2017
Houston Astros Win World Series
In 2017, the Houston Astros won the World Series in the American League by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 4-3 series.
2018
Boston Red Sox Win World Series
In 2018, the Boston Red Sox won the World Series in the American League by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 4-1 series.
2018
2018 World Series: Red Sox vs Dodgers
The 2018 World Series showdown between the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers.
2019-06-29
Red Sox and Yankees regular-season games in Europe
The Red Sox were the home team in a regular-season two-game series against the Yankees, which were the first regular-season MLB games held in Europe.
2019-07-09
MLB All-Star Game
Gleyber Torres and Mookie Betts celebrated a 4-3 victory of the National League in the MLB baseball All-Star Game held in Cleveland.
2019-09-30
Rays Win 96 Games in '19
The Rays win 96 games in '19, falling just one win shy of the franchise record, and secure an AL Wild Card spot.
2020-07-03
Cancellation of 2020 All-Star Game
On July 3, 2020, it was announced that the 2020 Major League Baseball All-Star Game scheduled to be held in Los Angeles would not be played due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As compensation, Los Angeles was awarded the next available All-Star Game in 2022.
2020-09-27
Rays Win AL East Title
The Rays win the AL East title for the first time since 2011 and make it to the World Series for just the second time in franchise history before losing to the Dodgers in six games.
2021-03-08
Death of Baseball Great
One of the greatest baseball players passed away at the age of 88 on March 8, 2021.
2021-10-11
Rays Win Second Straight AL East Title
The Rays win their second straight American League East title, finishing with a 100-win march to secure the division title.
2022-09
Ban on Extreme Infield Defensive Shifts
MLB announced in September 2022 that extreme infield defensive shifts would be banned starting in 2023, requiring two fielders on each side of second base with both feet on the infield dirt at the time the pitch is thrown.
2022-10
MLB Expansion
The expansion of MLB is being discussed, with considerations for adding new teams to the league. The expansion is seen as a strategic move to increase revenue and provide more opportunities for fans in new cities to watch MLB games.
2022-11
Negotiation of TV Contracts for Oakland Athletics Relocation
The Oakland Athletics are negotiating TV contracts for their relocation, which may involve three separate deals for a temporary location, Oakland, and Vegas. The TV deals are expected to be worth less due to the decreased market value of Oakland and the overall decrease in TV deal values after the Bally's fiasco.
2023-03-31
Giants Sign Blake Snell
The Giants have successfully signed Blake Snell, a significant move in the MLB offseason.
2023-06-28
Domingo German Throws 24th Perfect Game in MLB History
On June 28, 2023, Domingo German of the New York Yankees achieves a remarkable feat by pitching the 24th perfect game in Major League Baseball history against the Oakland Athletics, winning 11-0. German joins a prestigious list of Yankee pitchers who have accomplished this rare achievement.
2023-08
MLB Schedule
The schedule for Major League Baseball (MLB) games in August 2023.
2024
MLB Advanced Media, LP
MLB Advanced Media, LP, holds the rights to various MLB-related content and services. It is a key player in providing digital media solutions for Major League Baseball.
2024-03-20
Chan Ho Park throws ceremonial first pitch in Dodgers-Padres opener
Chan Ho Park, the first Korean in MLB, throws the ceremonial first pitch in the Dodgers-Padres opener, representing a significant moment in MLB history.
2024-03-21
MLB's Investigation
MLB has not directly communicated about the situation involving Shohei Ohtani and the federal investigation. There is uncertainty about their official stance and any potential investigation into Ohtani's involvement.
2026
Collective Bargaining Negotiations
There will be another round of collective bargaining negotiations before the MLB expansion process begins. The current collective bargaining agreement expires in December 2026, and the outcome of the negotiations could significantly impact the league.
2028
A's planned Vegas stadium opening
The A's planned Vegas stadium opening in 2028 has led to contention among cities like Salt Lake City, Oakland, and Sacramento to host the A's before the opening. Landing the A’s on a temporary basis would presumably boost their chances of securing a franchise of their own in the future.
2029
MLB Expansion to 36 Teams
There is a suggestion to expand the MLB to 36 teams over a ten year period, adding two teams each in 2029, 2034, and 2039. This expansion plan aims to cover the most likely and viable cities for MLB teams.
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