America’s Favorite Pastime: A Quick Timeline of Baseball History

Ryan Berenz April 4, 2026, 5:00 pm

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Play ball! The 2026 baseball season just kicked off, but did you ever wonder how America’s favorite pastime began and when? Its roots stretch deep into America’s history, identity, culture, and language.

Here’s a way-too-brief timeline of historic moments, featuring immortal figures like Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron, along with championship teams that helped transform the game into America’s favorite pastime.

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