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The 25 most iconic MLB batting stances

The 25 most iconic MLB batting stances

Throughout MLB's long and storied history, there have been many a batting stance that fans never forget, even long after the player has retired. Here are the 25 most memorable of all time. 

MLB News / Talking Chop / April 6

This Day in Braves History: Upton Brothers lead Braves to walk-off victory

Upton here, Upton here. 1975: The Astros purchase Joe Niekro from the Atlanta Braves. 1979: Bob Horner suffers an ankle injury and will miss the next 32 games.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / November 28

This day in Braves History: Braves sign B.J. Upton

The Braves signed the older Upton brother a couple of months before they traded for the younger Upton brother. 1957: Warren Spahn of the Milwaukee Braves wins the Cy Young Award as the major leagues’ top pitcher almost unanimously.

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The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Talking Chop / August 8, 2024

This Day in Braves History: Upton Brothers homer in 7-6 win over Washington

1942 - Tensions are high as Boston and Manny Salvo beat Whit Wyatt and the Dodgers 2-0. Only two batters are hit with pitches, but a number are close and the two pitchers nearly come to blows a couple of times.

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