Announcements
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Tim Raines Joins the 3,000-Hit Club
Tim Raines, who on July 21, 1996, recorded the 3,000th hit of his career, has reached one of baseball’s most exclusive milestones. The St. Louis veteran becomes one of the few players in DBL history to combine elite contact ability, patience, and speed over such an enduring career. Now in his 18th DBL season, Raines’…
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Don Mattingly Joins the 400 Home Run Club
Don Mattingly, who on July 19, 1996, hit the 400th home run of his career, added another landmark to one of the most complete offensive résumés in DBL history. The longtime New York first baseman, known for his elegant swing, disciplined approach, and quiet consistency, continues to define what it means to combine power with…
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Player of the Week – July 22nd, 1996
The Doubleday Baseball League is proud to announce the Players of the Week for the period ending July 21, 1996. United League – Mark McGwire (Detroit Tigers)Detroit’s Mark McGwire continued his powerful 1996 campaign by earning United League Player of the Week honors. The 32-year-old first baseman was a force at the plate, hitting .500…
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Power Rankings – July 22nd, 1996
Here are the current team power rankings for Doubleday Baseball League: Teams (Total Points, Tendency):1) Washington Senators (128.5, o)2) Florida Marlins (116.9, o)3) Kansas City Royals (112.9, +)4) Toronto Blue Jays (107.7, +)5) St. Louis Cardinals (107.5, +)6) Arizona Diamondbacks (106.9, -)7) Cincinnati Reds (104.7, –)8) Montreal Expos (98.7, o)9) Minnesota Twins (98.2, ++)10) Texas…