After The Associated Press debunked the April Fools’ prank, Professor Boskin thought the story would fade into history. So did Mr. Bayles — at least he hoped it would. But every year around ...

Three times, the hitter did just that. 5. Don’t let him near your rental car. Maddux, a noted prankster, would leave the rental-car lot following a teammate and then trail the guy to a red light, ...