Tag: Baseball
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Exit Velocity: Albert Belle, Ted Williams, and the Art of Going Out on Top
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in BlogsTed Williams and Albert Belle both hit home runs in their final MLB at-bats. One was crowned a legend, the other erased. This blog explores the parallels.
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Iron Man, Interrupted: The Lie About Albert Belle’s ‘Short’ Career
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in BlogsAlbert Belle didn’t have a short career. He had a dominant one. A durable one. A Hall of Fame one. But instead of being recognized for 12 powerhouse seasons, he’s written off by voters clinging to a myth—one that crumbles the moment you actually look at the numbers.
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The $10 Million Man: How Albert Belle Changed the Economics of Sports
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in BlogsAlbert Belle’s 5-year/$55M contract to play for the White Sox made him the first player in the history of sports (yes SPORTS) to make $10M+/year. How did his contract pave the way for salaries of those to come?
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Silence at 30
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in BlogsOn the 30th anniversary of Albert Belle’s historic 50/50 season, MLB and the media stay silent. This post explores the grudge behind the blackout.
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You Can’t Tell The Story of 90s Baseball Without Albert Belle
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in BlogsAlbert Belle’s story isn’t just about stats — it’s about dominance, defiance, and the erasure of greatness. In an era fueled by steroids and hype, he played clean, hit harder, and walked off baseball’s stage with a home run. This is the campaign to set the record straight — because you can’t tell the story…
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(VIDEO) Albert Belle’s Grand Finale
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in News & MediaAlbert Belle’s final MLB at-bat ended with a 3-run home run—career HR No. 381. No farewell, no fanfare. Just one last thunderous swing.
Albert Belle: The Original 50/50 Man 