002 Baseball - One Minute History

The video explores the history of baseball, tracing its origins from cricket, stool ball, and rounders. It discusses the development of rules in Cooperstown, New York, and the establishment of the first professional team. The formation of the National and American Leagues, the first World Series, and the impact of gambling scandals are highlighted. The video also covers the Dead Ball era, the first radio broadcast, and the creation of the All American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War Two. Key milestones include Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier and the introduction of the designated hitter. The video concludes with the players' strike and the universal retirement of Jackie Robinson's number 42.

Which book is associated with the development of baseball rules in Cooperstown?

• The Rules of the Game

• The History of Baseball

• Alexander Cartwright's book Baseball

• The Baseball Almanac

What major event occurred two years after the formation of the American League?

• The introduction of the designated hitter

• The first radio broadcast

• The first World Series

• The first perfect game

During which era was 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game' popularized?

• The Dead Ball Era

• The Modern Era

• The Expansion Era

• The Golden Age

Who became the first black professional baseball player?

• Willie Mays

• Satchel Paige

• Jackie Robinson

• Hank Aaron

What significant action did Major League Baseball take to honor Jackie Robinson?

• Erected a statue in every stadium

• Named a stadium after him

• Retired his number 42 universally

• Created a holiday in his honor