Day: August 9, 2016

by Jacoby Nolnaho

Top Ten Mascots

Mascots are a big part of the game. They encourage the fans to cheer the players and make the ball club more family friendly. Here are the top ten mascots of MLB.

10. Mariner Moose (Mariners)

9. Sluggerrr (Royals)

8. Billy the Marlin (Marlins)

7. Wally the Green Monster (Red Sox)

6. Mr. Met (Mets)

5. Bernie Brewer (Brewers)

4. Baxter the Bobcat (Diamondbacks)

3. Orbit (Astros)

2. The Oriole Bird (Orioles)

1. Philly Phanatic (Phillies)

by Jacoby Nolnaho

Baseball Slang: Fastball

The fastball is the pitchers main pitch. It can be an out pitch or set up other pitches.Here are some of the types of fastballs:

  • Four Seam Fastball
  • Two Seam Fastball
  • Cut Fastball
  • Rising Fastball
  • Splitter
  • Sinker

Here are some nicknames for the fastball:

  • Heater
  • Old Number One
  • Old Reliable
  • Cutter
  • Riser
  • Sinker