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Baseball Classics

Baseball Classics, established in 1987, has been a trusted leader in the baseball board gaming industry for decades, earning the loyalty of thousands of customers. Known for realistic and engaging gameplay. Fans an immersive way to relive MLB history and experience the thrill of the game through DiamondLink membership. Baseball Classics is also a publisher of MLB books, a monthly magazine, and keeps fans informed with daily updates on MLB news and scores, making it a go-to resource for staying connected with the sport. Combining entertainment, education, and a passion for baseball, Baseball Classics has become a cornerstone for fans worldwide.

Our Philosophy

Easy

Everything we design begins with simplicity for MLB fans to engage. From our games to our publications, our goal is “within one glance” the understanding of our products are clear to use and enjoy right away.

Fast

With the passion for the love of MLB fans have, we incorporate the ability to take in as much as they want which means playing more games in less time and providing ways to consume more MLB content quickly.

Statistical Accuracy

Provide proven statistically accurate player outcomes based on their performance and also publish content MLB fans can rely on to educate and keep them informed.

True MLB Realism

Deliver experiences with our games where virtually anything that can happen in a MLB game can happen in theirs.

Flexibility

Give MLB fans the widest options to enjoy the game they love. Major League Baseball. Whether it’s their choice to play and manage any teams they want including the Negro Leagues, getting the format they want to play, or how they want to consume our content in digital or hard copy.

Our Mission & Vision

Baseball Classics exists to immerse fans in the excitement and history of Major League Baseball through innovative board games and engaging MLB content. From realistic gameplay to in-depth magazines, books, blogs, and podcasts, we are committed to connecting fans of all ages to the stories, strategies, and legendary moments that define the game. Our mission is to foster a deeper appreciation of baseball while delivering high-quality, accessible products and content that bring the sport to life.

Our vision is to be the leading brand for baseball board game enthusiasts, blending tradition with innovation to provide exceptional gaming experiences and MLB content. Baseball Classics aspires to be a hub where fans can play, learn, and connect, whether through board games, insightful publications, or thought-provoking podcasts. By preserving and celebrating the timeless spirit of baseball, we aim to inspire generations of fans and ensure the game’s legacy endures for years to come.

Our Founder

Dean Patino is the Founder of Baseball Classics.

During his youth, he played baseball outdoors as often as possible with neighborhood buddies. Sometimes from sunrise to sundown.

Eventually, most of the neighborhood friends got together to play baseball board games. Each proudly “owning” their Major League Baseball teams. They took turns hosting evening or afternoon games at someone’s house. Rolling the dice — and sometimes our eyes — whenever the other guy had a lucky roll against a player card.

Years later after he moved to California and decided to create a baseball board game that allowed him to play any MLB teams dating back to 1901.

After mentioning this game to a colleague at work, he brought the prototype to the office so they could play during lunch. Soon after, Dean finished the design on a computer and named the game Baseball Classics. The first Baseball Classics baseball game was sold via mail order in 1987, headquartered in Simi Valley, California.

Thanks to candid feedback from many Baseball Classics customers throughout the years, gameplay was enhanced to create the easiest and fastest baseball board game with pinpoint statistical accuracy.

Dean Patino

Today, Baseball Classics games have delivered over 2 millions next generation color-coded player cards to MLB fans worldwide from MLB teams & seasons 1901 to present and hosts DiamondLink membership site.

Dean has also authored MLB books under Baseball Classics Legends Of The Diamond series available on Amazon and his company produces a monthly Baseball Classics Magazine, provides daily MLB rumors, news, scores, videos, and more through Real-Time DiamondView, and hosts a number of other avenues serving thousands of MLB fans every day.

for baseball fans 8 to adult

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Games

Play like they do managing any MLB Teams 1901 to Present with our next generation real-time board games.

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Library

Every day, all year—read, watch, and listen to today’s MLB action and stories from 1901 to present.

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Membership

Completely transforms of how MLB board gamers engage with an interactive, always-evolving journey.

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Baseball Classics, established in 1987, has been a trusted leader in the baseball board gaming industry for decades, earning the loyalty of thousands of customers. First to market with AI-Powered MLB history at your fingertips, delivering entertainment, education, and a passion for baseball, Baseball Classics has become a cornerstone for fans worldwide.

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