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In this book, early fluent readers will learn about baseball's beginnings and how it has evolved into the sport we know today. Learn about the first World Series, how equipment has changed over the years to better protect players, the most well-known MLB stars, and more. Sidebars and a Take a Look! infographic present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights critical events in the sport's history.. From History of Sports Series: Who invented basketball? Why is baseball called America's favorite pastime? Who are the gymnastic stars of the past and present? Learn all about the history of today's most popular sports with this engaging series! Readers will learn when and where each sport originated and how it has changed over time to the sport we know, watch, and play today.