The Boston Americans, later known as the Boston Red Sox, defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-3 in the first World Series.

Barry Bonds set the record in 2001 with 73 home runs in a single season.

Reggie Jackson earned the nickname "Mr. October" for his exceptional performance in the postseason, particularly during the World Series.

A strikeout occurs when a batter fails to hit the ball three times in a row, resulting in an out.

The New York Yankees hold the record for the most World Series titles with 27 championships.

The All-Star Game is an annual exhibition game between the best players from the American League and the National League.

Rickey Henderson set the record in 1982 with 130 stolen bases in a single season.

A home run is a hit in which the batter successfully hits the ball over the fence, allowing all runners on base to score.

The New York Yankees won four consecutive World Series titles from 1936 to 1939.

The Home Run Derby is an annual event during the Major League Baseball All-Star break where players compete to hit the most home runs.

Barry Bonds set the record in 2007 with 762 career home runs.

A single is a hit in which the batter successfully hits the ball into the outfield, allowing the batter to advance to first base.

The Boston Americans, later known as the Boston Red Sox, defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-3 in the first World Series in the American League.

A double is a hit in which the batter successfully hits the ball into the outfield, allowing the batter to advance to second base.

Pete Rose set the record in 1985 with 4,256 career hits.