Ken Burns' documentary on baseball history employs a similar style to his Civil War series, featuring vintage photographs and illustrations to depict the sport's early years, alongside newsreels and video clips showcasing its recent developments. The film includes firsthand accounts from players and participants, as well as insightful commentary from sports writers and broadcasters who witnessed key events firsthand.
In New York City, in the 1840s, people need a diversion from the "railroad pa...