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Japanese baseball has a rich history dating back to the 1870s. By the early twetieth century, baseball was the most popular sport in Japan and professional leagues were established in 1936. Japan is primarily responsible for the spread of baseball across Asia. Many members of the Asian Baseball Committee focus on Japanese baseball. Indeed, Tokyo has its own SABR Chapter. |
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WHY JOIN SABR?
“SABR is the Phi Beta Kappa of baseball, providing scholarship which the sport has long needed ... An excellent way for all of us to add to our enjoyment of the greatest game."
Ernie Harwell, Broadcaster,
Detroit Tigers
"SABR is baseball’s best-kept secret ... its benefits are many for the advanced fan, the aspiring professional, or simply those who cannot get enough good baseball talk and text."
John Thorn, Official Historian,
Major League Baseball
