BASEBALL DIGEST is the oldest baseball magazine in the country.
The magazine provides captivating insights on major league baseball history and on current stars - from one-on-one interviews and special features to exclusive statistics that bring readers the information they seek about the game.
Other features of the magazine include a Fans Speak Out section, trivia questions, comprehensive batting, pitching and fielding statistics, previews, rules review and analysis of upcoming prospects. Published 12 times a year - with National and American League schedules, directories and pre-season rosters.
In addition, the magazine provides season-ending features on its All-Star Rookie Team along with Player and Pitcher of the Year ratings.
BASEBALL DIGEST is a publication for the true baseball fan.
Baseball DigestFEATURES
New Players Figure To Bolster Marlins, Phillies and White Sox -- The addition of key performers give some clubs extra depth in their fight for a successful season.
by John Kuenster
Sparkplugs: Players Who Make A Difference -- They help create a winning atmosphere with their hustle and drive to excel.
by George Vass
Questions & Answers: Interview With Jim Thome -- New Phillies slugger discusses various topics in and outside the game .
by Dennis Manoloff
Defense Is First Priority -- Despite an era of heavy hitters at shortstop, the position still requires a good glove before a productive bat.
by Al Doyle
Craig Biggio: Astros Leader A True Family Man -- Houston’s veteran balances his all-star baseball career and his parental duties with a steady hand.
by Jesus Ortiz
The Game I’ll Never Forget: Frank White -- Game 6 of the 1985 World Series against the Cardinals remains a lasting memory for former Royals star.
as told to Al Doyle
Turn Back The Clock -- Former Pitcher Elden Auker. Old-time pitcher recalls Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and baseball in the 1930s and early 1940s.
by Alan Tays
Remembering . . . Cecil Travis. During his 12-year major league career, ex-shortstop hit .314 for the Washington Senators.
by Todd Newville
Baseball Profile -- Royals infielder Joe Randa. Beginning his ninth season in the majors, veteran has compiled a career average of .285.
by Rick Sorci
Dick Stuart: Teammates Remember "Dr. Strangeglove" -- Despite his defensive deficiency, right-handed slugger led the A.L. with 118 RBI in 1963.
by Kevin Flowers
DEPARTMENTS
There are only two players in major league history who have clubbed 100 or more career home runs for three different teams. Collect five points for each player you can identify
1967 American League MVP Award voting results
Players who led the league in on-base and slugging percentage and runs scored, same season
Gold Glove-winning shortstops with lowest batting average
Career hit-by-pitch leaders
Major league records set or tied during 2002 season
Players who had 60 or more RBI in a season without hitting a home run (since 1920)
Active career batting and pitching leaders
Revised American League pre-season 40-man rosters
Revised National League pre-season 40-man rosters