Now that he’s finally retired, THT looks back at how the world has changed over the course of his life and career.

What are the prediction markets saying about the junior circuit?

Using the Three True Outcomes, a look at players who made a living putting the ball in play from 1920 to 1955.

On May 14, 1955, Dennis Martinez was born. “El Presidente” would go on to a 23-year career in the major leagues that included a perfect game, battles with alcoholism, and a distinguished record for games won.

The fast burners among catchers and outfielders.

The supposed art of place hitting.

He wasn’t the greatest player of all time, but the Colorful Hall of Fame has him inner-circle.

The fourth and final article on the how/why of a pitcher’s lost fastball.

Casey Kotchman, Andruw Jones and others are off to hot and cold starts, but will they last?

A review of Hammerin’ Hank, George Almighty, and the Say Hey Kid: The Year that Changed Baseball Forever by John Rosengren.