Jim Bintliff collects the Delaware River mud that is smeared on Major League baseballs to make them less slippery. But that tradition is in jeopardy. Jim Bintliff and his family have been selling ...

In the intricate world of baseball, one of the game's most peculiar traditions involves the application of a special mud to baseballs before they're used in play. This unique substance, known for its ...

For years, a special mud has been rubbed on every baseball before every major league game to make it less slippery. The mud’s story dates to the 1930s, and MLB still relies on one small supplier. A ...