Back then, candy was a sight to behold. Everything from candy cigarettes to wax lips were hot commodities, but a little thing ...

It's been about 45 years since former New York Yankees pitcher Jim Bouton teamed up with independent league pitcher Rob Nelson to create Big League Chew as a healthy alternative to chewing tobacco.

chewing Big League Chew in the actual big leagues. And at Cardinals spring training here, bubble gum is part of the culture, not simply a snack to smack but a time-honored, time-passing accessory ...