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How many stitches are there in a major league baseball? What is the core of the ball made of? What material is after the core? Finally, what is the longest recorded homerun in major league history and by what player?
Ron:
A baseball has 108 stitches. The ball is made of layers of yarn wound over a core of rubber-coated cork.
The subject of the longest home run is quite controversial. I'll let you read about it. You can find a fine article at:
http://www.baseball-almanac.com/feats/art_hr.shtml
Tom
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Baseball Trivia (General)
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Tom Schott
Expertise
I will deal with the major leagues only from 19th century to present. I`m good on baseball history, records, statistics, ballparks. I don't do off-the-field stuff. Please if you already know the answer to the question, please don't ask it. I don't want to play "stump the expert."
Experience
I've written on the subject, and I have substantial library of resources.
Organizations
SABR
Publications
Numerous encyclopedia, newspaper, magazine articles. One book, several book chapters.
Education/Credentials
Ph.D. in American history.
Awards and Honors
Bevy of writing awards.
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