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In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
The Major League Baseball Players Association says Dick Moss, who revolutionized pay for professional athletes, has died at the age of 93 in California.
Babe Ruth, known as "The Great Bambino," wore the jersey when he "called his shot" during Game 3 of the 1932 World Series.
"CBS Mornings" co-hosts Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson explore the deep-rooted passion for baseball that has captured American hearts for generations.
Willie Mays began his professional baseball career with the Birmingham Black Barons, who barnstormed the Jim Crow South as a member of the Negro Southern League.
Willie Mays hasn't played in a Major League Baseball game in more than 50 years — but he just earned new stats.
Ángel Hernández unsuccessfully sued Major League Baseball for racial discrimination.
"The legacy of Hank Aaron has always been about so much more than just his incredible baseball achievements," said Jane Forbes Clark, chairman of the Hall of Fame board, in a statement.
Shohei Ohtani, who recently signed a record-breaking contract with the L.A. Dodgers, has announced his marriage to a woman from his native Japan.
The burglary and destruction of a Jackie Robinson statue in Wichita, Kansas, has sparked outrage.
The new rules build off notable changes to the game that were introduced last year, including a pitch clock, which gave pitchers a limited amount of time to throw the next ball.
High school senior Jeremy Medina was accidentally struck in the head with a baseball bat at the batting cage on his school's campus, officials said.
Two of the sports have never been included in the Olympics before.
One of baseball's best sluggers in the 1990s, González is still the Texas career leader.
The 12-year-old is just the 22nd girl to play in the tournament's history.
"I can't wait to meet Francesca. That's going to be my girl," Betts said in a video posted to social media.
Notable Negro league owners, managers and players who never made it into the history books of Major League Baseball are a major part of a new documentary called "The League."
Merl Ledford had a few training sessions with pitcher Zach Monroe in 1962. He learned about more than just baseball, and the lessons stayed with him.
Since the 1970s, the length of a baseball game has increased from just over two and a half hours to an average of three hours and seven minutes last season.
The left-handed batting utility player from Queens, New York, went to plate with one out in the bottom of the ninth inning.
"Probably the best day I've ever had on the baseball field, for sure," he said.
The pitch clock is one of the new rules designed to speed pace of play.
"I always valued myself on being prepared, and you can't prepare for this," he said about being a father.
The title puts a bow on what has been a dominant season which saw the team win an American League-best 106 games.
First ladies share a long history with the national pastime. After her time at the White House, Grace Coolidge was known at Fenway Park for being a dedicated fan.
Police in Lone Tree are investigating after a pedestrian was fatally struck by vehicles on I-25.
Sunday a High Wind Warning is in place from 11 a.m. through 11 p.m. across the Front Range, with wind gusts up to 75 miles per hour possible in the foothills and mountains.
Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday.
Last year a judge ruled that former barista Alendra "Len" Harris was illegally fired for organizing a union, but they're still waiting for a settlement.
A Colorado truck repair shop that disabled emissions control equipment on hundreds of heavy duty trucks' diesel engines was recently penalized and its owner sentenced to a year behind bars.
Police in Lone Tree are investigating after a pedestrian was fatally struck by vehicles on I-25.
Sunday a High Wind Warning is in place from 11 a.m. through 11 p.m. across the Front Range, with wind gusts up to 75 miles per hour possible in the foothills and mountains.
Last year a judge ruled that former barista Alendra "Len" Harris was illegally fired for organizing a union, but they're still waiting for a settlement.
A Colorado truck repair shop that disabled emissions control equipment on hundreds of heavy duty trucks' diesel engines was recently penalized and its owner sentenced to a year behind bars.
Police in Commerce City are searching for a man who has been electrocuted after charred clothing and a cut wire were discovered during a power outage.
Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter is officially the best player in college football. It's something we've known all season long, but now he's got the hardware to prove it. Now he's a Heisman Trophy winner and on his way to being a top NFL draft pick. Hunter offered some advice to up-and-coming players, "Don't let anyone tell you what you can't do. Keep grounded, stay focused, and go get it." He was humble about winning the award, giving credit to his teammates and his coach for getting him here. The last Colorado player to be a finalist for the award was Rashaan Salaam in 1994.
The Vocal Coalition Youth Choirs joined us in the CBS Colorado studio this morning, performing "We Can Make an Impact" by the Denver band 2MX2 and "Revolution" by Denver hip-hop artist Old Man Saxon. VOCO is an amazing organization helping young people in the community find their voice.
It was a happy homecoming at Fort Carson on Friday as 300 soldiers returned home.
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Winds will increase Sunday afternoon in Denver.
Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday.
Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter talked about being a finalist for the Heisman Trophy just hours ahead of the award ceremony on Saturday.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
Offensive lineman Garett Bolles has signed a contract extension with Denver Broncos, the team announced.
Former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick agreed to a five-year deal with the University of North Carolina Tar Heels.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
Tech companies are sending big bucks to President-elect Donald Trump's nonprofit inaugural committee.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
U.S. Rep-elect Gabe Evans (Col-R) has secured a seat on one of the most powerful committees.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
Multiple towns across Colorado's Front Range are close to obtaining their own unique zip codes after the "Zip Code Bill" passed unanimously through the U.S. House of Representatives.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
According to data released Wednesday by Health Canada, about 4.7% of Canadians who died in 2023 received MAID, or Medical Assistance in Dying.
The most sought-after gifts for adults this year might be in the kids' toy aisle. Here's why toys are sparking joy among older generations.
An emergency ban on hormones used to suppress puberty in transgender young people in the U.K. has been extended indefinitely, the government said.
Last year a judge ruled that former barista Alendra "Len" Harris was illegally fired for organizing a union, but they're still waiting for a settlement.
A 31-year-old financial analyst was surprised when his insurance company recently informed him that they were increasing his six month premium by $312 for another driver in his home, who he says does not exist.
A new center in Broomfield is working to make green energy more affordable for everyone.
A public meeting this week to consider a plan for a Buc-cee's in southern Colorado drew a large crowd.
Help will soon be available for Colorado homeowners left without options.
A 31-year-old financial analyst was surprised when his insurance company recently informed him that they were increasing his six month premium by $312 for another driver in his home, who he says does not exist.
The state's budget crisis means Colorado families who fought for access to a critical autism therapy now have more work to do.
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.
Shannon Lofland, a veteran deputy in the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, resigned this week amid a department internal investigation into her performing in adult videos, jobs she says she took "out of desperation."
An employee of Gate Gourmet, a catering company serving airlines at Denver International Airport, is under investigation by Denver police after an airline passenger said he caught the worker trying to secretly take a picture of the passenger in a bathroom stall.