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06-19-2023, 04:10 PM
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Vintage "base ball" lingo
Forgive me, Leon, if this isn't appropriate here since it's not about collecting, per se, but it does involve old-time ball -- and I think we're all aficionados of that!
Much of the language used in the early days of the sport (let's say late 19th century and early 20th century) differs from that of today -- especially words used in contemporary newspaper reporting. For instance, it was always "base ball," as in two words. (Does anyone know when that changed universally?) My question: What words used then, and not used now, strike you as most interesting, curious, amusing or even would like to see used again today? My favorites are: -- Cranks (the word generally used for fans) -- Magnates (the word usually used for team owners) As an aside, I'm really glad Perfectos didn't stick as the nickname for the St. Louis NL club! Mike 
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