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Babe Ruth
The official web site of Babe Ruth provides excellent resources about his baseball career and his personal life.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Hank Aaron
A biography of Hank Aaron, known as the home run king. He set a record for hitting 755 home runs, breaking Babe Ruth's 35-year record. Aaron's record was not broken for 33 more years. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Willie Mays
A biography of baseball player Willie Mays. He was famous for the versatility of his skills when playing. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
ESPN Internet Ventures
Espn: Easy Going Honus Was a Pirates Icon
Honus Wagner was part of the Fabulous Five, "the first class elected to the Hall of Fame in 1936". At this site from ESPN, you can learn interested facts about his baseball career.
Other
Baseball Almanac: Babe Ruth Baseball Stats
Biographical information, career statistics, and fast facts about major league baseball's icon, Babe Ruth.
Other
Atanasio "Tony" Perez Regal
The accomplishments, career stats, and life story of this Latino Baseball Hall of Famer first baseman are profiled. Perez overcame many cultural barriers to play in the Major Leagues.
Other
Martin Magdaleno Dihigo (1905 1971)
Read about this fascinating Cuban-born baseball player who was the only man ever elected to the Cuban, Mexican, and United States Baseball Halls of Fame. Because of his color, he had to play mostly in the Negro leagues.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Jackie Robinson
Use this site to learn about the man who "broke the color barrier in major league baseball," Jackie Robinson. This article overviews Robinson's sports career, includes images, and provides "related links" for further reading and...
Alabama Humanities Foundation
Encyclopedia of Alabama: Sports and Recreation: Willie Mays
Illustrated biographical profile of Alabama native Willie Mays, baseball Hall of Famer.
ESPN Internet Ventures
Espn: Joltin' Joe Was a Hit for All Reasons
Learn many fascinating career and biographical facts on Yankee legend, Joe DiMaggio, who was named number twenty two on ESPN's list of greatest athletes of the 20th century.
ESPN Internet Ventures
Espn: Mays Brought Joy to Baseball
From ESPN, career and biographical highlights of legendary Giants outfielder, Willie Mays, who was named number eight on its list of greatest athletes of the 20th century.
ESPN Internet Ventures
Espn: Paige Never Looked Back
Highlights of the legendary career of the Negro League star who became a famous Major League pitcher, Leroy "Satchel" Paige. From ESPN.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Leroy Robert "Satchel" Paige
How old is too old to play professional baseball? This player was 59! Visit this site and find out more about Satchel Paige .
Kansas State
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum: Profile Henry 'Hank' Aaron
A biographical look at baseball great Hank Aaron. Included are vital stats, records made and broken, career highlights, and personal and professional accomplishments.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Jackie Robinson
Biographical sketch on Jackie Robinson, the first black baseball player to play in the American major leagues during the 20th century.
Seymour Brody
Jewish Heroes in America: Sandy Koufax
Read all about legendary Hall of Fame pitcher, Sandy Koufax. After playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers for 11 years, he retired in 1966 and became a broadcaster for baseball games.
Seymour Brody
Jewish Heroes in America: Hank Greenberg
Use this site to learn some interesting facts about this Jewish Baseball Hall of Famer and War hero.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: World Class Athlete Jim Thorpe
The story of Jim Thorpe, one of the greatest American athletes.