Rounders: A History of Baseball in America

Chief Thiefs: Baseball’s 5 Greatest Base Stealers

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One of the most exciting aspects of baseball is base stealing. It takes skill, speed, and strategy to be successful at swiping bags, and some players have mastered this art form. 

Let’s look at some of baseball's top base stealers over the years and examine their techniques for success. Today on Rounders: A History of Baseball in America.


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