55 Interesting Trivia Items Every Dedicated Sports Fan Should Know

Every baseball looks the same, and for good reason. A uniformly made ball is essential for fair gameplay and consistency. Baseballs are so consistent that each one has the same number of stitches, regardless of where they’re made or what company makes them. If you grab any baseball and count the stitches, you’ll find 108 double stitches. 

This fun fact can get a little confusing. Some people insist that there are 216 stitches on each baseball. That’s technically true. There are 216 single stitches and 108 double stitches. It all depends on how you choose to count them. In addition, all baseballs have bright red stitches to help hitters decipher the spin of a pitcher’s throw.