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The Washington Nationals nearly had a perfect game today. One single and one walk from perfection in a 1-0 win as Jake Irvin was aces today going 8.0 innings of scoreless baseball with 8 Ks. The score remained 0-0 until Jesse Winker entered as a pinch-hitter and smashed a curveball over the out-of-town scoreboard for a home run that traveled 407 feet. With the fatigued bullpen, Derek Law was the only reliever needed, and he took the closer’s role and got a timely Web Gem from CJ Abrams to help him go with a 1-2-3 save in the 9th inning.

At the last Winter Meetings, the Nats contributed a “Groundskeeper for an hour” experience to the auction. I was the lucky winner, and scheduled it for July 1. I knew there was a risk it would be hot and awful, but since it was a 6:45 game — I figured I’d at least be avoiding the worst of the sun.

Baseball, often dubbed America’s favorite pastime, holds a treasure trove of trivia that delights fans and historians alike. From quirky anecdotes to record-breaking achievements, every aspect of the game has a story to tell.

Let’s step into the ballpark and uncover some fascinating baseball trivia that will not only entertain but also deepen your appreciation for the sport.