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06/26/2026 The Origins of the 12 Best Baseball Nicknames Of All Time

Ken Griffey Jr. smiles, wearing a cap with COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. He is a baseball Hall of Famer.

From "Babe" to "The Big Unit," discover how MLB’s greatest players earned their iconic monikers. Click to read the fascinating origins of baseball's best nicknames!... Read More »

05/01/2026 The Top 25+ Best Baseball Websites

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At JustBats, we love baseball (and baseball bats), so we compiled this comprehensive list of baseball websites on the world wide web. Did your favorite make the cut? ... Read More »

02/08/2026 9 Reasons Baseball Is Better Than Football

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Yes, baseball is better than football. Disagree? Agree? Here are nine (9) reasons why baseball is better than football from the Bat Experts at JustBats!... Read More »

12/29/2025 What Is The Hardest Position In Baseball?

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The Bat Experts at JustBats dig into each position, what it entails, and which one is the toughest to play. Let's get started!... Read More »

11/21/2025 11 Best Baseball Video Games of All-Time

Baseball video game with a Yankees batter at home plate, pitcher, and scoreboard showing EA SPORTS, NYM 2, NYY 0, 0-1 2 OUT.

The 11 best baseball video games of all-time is up for debate. JustBats compiles the list of the best baseball video games we think are the greatest.... Read More »

07/10/2025 What Wood Bats Do Pros Use? Experts Explain

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Looking for pro model wood bats Major League Baseball players use? JustBats has the best wood baseball bats from the pros available with free shipping on all baseball bat orders!... Read More »

07/01/2025 What Is Bobby Bonilla Day? Experts Explain

Bobby Bonilla, a baseball player, wearing a Mets cap. Text: BOBBY BONILLA DAY: July 1. Find out why this day is significant. #clicktohit.

JustBats examines why July 1 is an important day for the former New York Mets outfielder, as well as fans of lop-sided player contracts. Enjoy!... Read More »

06/30/2025 What Does the Perfect Baseball Swing Look Like?

Baseball player in black jersey with 13 on back, mid-swing hitting a baseball in a brightly lit stadium at night.

Baseball has seen its fair share of “ugly” swings, even at the highest level. Notable players like Johnny Damon, Jason Giambi, and Mike Piazza, albeit very successful hitters, didn’t have swings that coaches teach to younger players. So what does the perfect swing look like? To help us answer this question, we’re goin... Read More »

05/01/2025 How Many MLB Teams Are There? All 30 By State

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Have you ever wondered how many professional baseball teams are in the MLB? What about the teams from each state? Our Experts explain this and more!... Read More »

04/08/2025 50+ Best Walk Up Songs For Baseball By Genre

CDs labeled Walk Up mix 03 and Baseball tunes with earbuds, reflecting a baseball player.

There is no better way to get hyped for a big game or your next at-bat than by listening to your favorite song. Here is the ultimate list of the best walk up songs for baseball from each genre.... Read More »