- Baseball originated from a game called rounders, which was played in England in the 18th century.
- English colonists brought rounders to North America, where it evolved into modern baseball.
- The first recorded baseball game took place in Hoboken, New Jersey, in 1846, between the New York Nine and the Knickerbocker Base Ball Club.
- This early game included key elements of modern baseball: nine players per team, a diamond-shaped field, and an overhand pitch.
- Baseball grew in popularity and became known as America’s favorite pastime.
- The National League, the first professional league, was formed in 1876; the American League followed in 1901.
- The first World Series was played in 1903 between the winners of the two leagues.
- Over time, rule changes, new equipment, and improved training have helped the sport evolve.
- Today, baseball is played at all levels—from little league to the major leagues—and remains a beloved part of American culture.
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