Автор: Austin Dan, Austin Daniel L., Alexander Hugh Название: Baseball`s Last Great Scout: The Life of Hugh Alexander ISBN: 0803245017 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780803245013 Издательство: Wiley EDC Рейтинг: Цена: 4117.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание:
Late in 1937 Hugh Alexander, a kid fresh out of small-town Oklahoma, had just finished his second year playing outfield for the Cleveland Indians when an oil rig accident ripped off his left hand. Within three months he was back with the Indians, but this time as a scout—the youngest ever in Major League history. In the next six decades he signed more players who made it to the Majors than any other scout.
His story, Baseball’s Last Great Scout, reads like a backroom, bleacher-seat history of twentieth-century baseball—and a primer on what it takes to find a winner. It gives a gritty picture of learning the business on the road, from American Legion field to try-out camp to beer joint, and making the fine distinctions between “performance” and “tools of the trade” when checking out prospects. Over the years Alexander worked for the Indians, the White Sox, the LA Dodgers, the Phillies, and the Cubs—and signed the likes of Allie Reynolds, Don Sutton, and Marty Bystrom. This book, based on extensive interviews and Alexander’s journals, is filled with memorable characters, pithy lessons, snapshots of American life, and a big picture of America’s pastime from one of its great off-the-field players.
11 in '11 is a thoroughly reported chronicle of an unparalleled season, packed with interviews with key players, team executives, broadcasters, and more
Of the 11 World Series titles the St. Louis Cardinals have won in their formidable history, 2011's victory stands out as something different, something magical. It was the work of a team that seemingly had no business even playing in October yet one that stared down defeat over and over again, refusing to back down until the trophy was theirs.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Benjamin Hochman offers on-the-ground and behind-the-scenes perspective as he brings to life a cast of characters including Albert Pujols in his final year as a Card, team ace Chris Carpenter, Yadier Molina showing his might both behind and at the plate, and of course the unlikely hero David Freese.
Go inside the front office to see how this roster was constructed; relive the blistering final stretch of the regular season which saw the team winning 20 of its last 28 games; experience the palpable energy of Busch Stadium during Game 6, where Hochman watched enthralled as a fan.
This is the definitive account of a championship run no Cardinals fan will ever forget.
Автор: Bock Hal Название: The Last Chicago Cubs Dynasty: Before the Curse ISBN: 1442253304 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781442253308 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 8237.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: From 1906-1910 the Chicago Cubs ruled baseball, reaching the World Series in four of five years and winning two World Championships. This book tells the story of the "Last Chicago Cubs Dynasty," including profiles of star players such as pitcher Mordecai "Three Finger" Brown and the double play combination of Tinker to Evers to Chance.
Автор: Gitlin, Martin Название: Ultimate detroit tigers time machine book ISBN: 1493060554 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781493060559 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 3166.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Community Owned Knowledge encourages educational institutions across grade levels to incorporate all members into knowledge production, arguing that developing shared understandings, skills, dispositions, and reflective practices together as an organization fosters a shared sense of purpose that better delivers on the promises of a stated mission.
Автор: Donahue Mark R. Название: Last at Bat: Small Town Big Secrets ISBN: 1734971118 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781734971118 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 3117.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: "I SOON DISCOVERED this novel is a story of the indomitable spirit that potentially dwells in us all. About selflessness, sacrifice and the beauty of compassion. It's the story of hope and renewal; a second chance." - Jeff Lowrey Baseball Play by Play Announcer/Film Producer
If you can throw a 95 MPH fastball -or hit one- your teammates don't care what color you are, how pretty you are, or where you came from. They just know you can play. That's all they need to know.
Matt Wolf doesn't remember his past. Or what he used to look like. Or his real name. But the four people who rescue him from a devastating plane crash, do know...everything. Including that the world, including his wife, think Dylan Michael, the greatest baseball player of a generation, died in that crash.
As fans mourn Dylan's loss, Matt heals. While his face will never look the same, his body recovers and is stronger than ever. By chance, he realizes he may have played baseball at one time. As his talent resurfaces, it's clear he has major league ability, maybe super-star ability. But there's a catch; his past can't be discovered, or he could spend years in prison.
To reach his dream of returning to "The Show" Matt will need the help of everyone in the small town of Blossom, South Carolina. Problem is, Matt is a white guy and Blossom is a nearly all Black town. A town not really all that fond of white guys, even former big leaguers.
He will need to prove to the people of Blossom he's more than a baseball player.
MEET MARK
Mark Donahue is, first and foremost, a storyteller. As far back as high school, he had the gift of creative literary invention. His ability to create compelling characters, and stories continues to captivate readers.
For years, Mark's writing talents were just a hobby, shared only by those closest to him. But his wife, Marsha, an avid reader, urged him to write a book. "Your stuff's better than most of the things I read. Sit down and write a damn book." She said... kind of lovingly.
Finally, he did. The result was Last At Bat, a critically acclaimed story spanning topics from baseball and race, to love and loss. And redemption. All expertly woven in a tapestry of drama, excitement, romance, tears, and cheers. An author was born.
Mark isn't defined by any one genre; "I write stories I'd like to read." That includes historical fiction, twisted dramas, political thrillers, and sci-fi. He creates enthralling, "I couldn't put the damn book down," kinds of stories. His six novels feature gripping plots, and characters who become the reader's best friends.
Before becoming an author, he played basketball at Wright State University where he was captain and MVP. Later, he played in the Men's Senior Baseball League where his teams won 5 World Series Championships.
But he was more than a jock. He also enjoyed a successful, 35-year career in commercial real estate and served on the Operations Management Board of CBRE, and CEO of Prudential CRES.
After moving around the country for his career, Mark is back in his hometown of Dayton, where he lives with Marsha, their dog, Mik
Описание: The Birmingham Black Barons played in the final Negro Leagues World Series in 1948 and were a major drawing card when barnstorming throughout the United States and parts of Canada. This book chronicles the team`s history and presents the only comprehensive roster of the hundreds of men who wore the Black Barons uniform.
Автор: Gitlin Martin Название: Ultimate Cleveland Indians Time Machine Book ISBN: 1493040227 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781493040223 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 3166.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: As the anchor titles in a new "Time Machine" Lyons Press baseball series, The Ultimate Cleveland Indians Time Machine presents a timeline format that not only includes the Indians' greatest moments-including World Series appearances and individual achievements-but would focus also on some very unusual seasons and events, such as the team's 20-134 season of 1899 (the absolute worst in baseball history), the "Crybabies" of 1940 (who received this nickname after complaining about their manager to such as extent that fans even turned on them), or the infamous "Ten Cent Beer Night of 1974" (when thousands of drunken fans stormed the field and forced the team to forfeit). Of course there are other events to recall, like 17-year-old Bob Feller making his debut and striking out 17 batters in 1936, or Albert Belle famously pointing at his muscle after a playoff opponent claimed (rightly) that he had corked his bat and one of his teammates sneaked into the umpire's room to steal it back so the umps could not find out that it was corked. There are dozens of impressive, wild, wacky and wonderful stories over the years regarding Indians history and Gitlin is the perfect person to write it with his trademark humor and thorough knowledge of Indians lore.
Автор: Gitlin, Martin Название: Ultimate new york yankees time machine book ISBN: 1493060414 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781493060412 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 3166.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Community Owned Knowledge encourages educational institutions across grade levels to incorporate all members into knowledge production, arguing that developing shared understandings, skills, dispositions, and reflective practices together as an organization fosters a shared sense of purpose that better delivers on the promises of a stated mission.
Автор: Gitlin Martin Название: The Ultimate New York Mets Time Machine Book ISBN: 1493055321 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781493055326 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 3166.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: From their ignominious 40-120 debut in 1962, to the "Miracle Mets" of the shocking 1969 season, to the teams of Darryl Strawberry, David Wright, and Jacob deGrom, the New York Mets have in nearly sixty years become the city's other beloved baseball franchise, with its fan base stretching well beyond the New York suburbs. The Mets' rich history is told in over two dozen engaging chapters celebrating the highlights, as well as the low lights, of baseball's most lovable team--win or lose.
Автор: Schell, Michael J. Название: Baseball`s all-time best hitters ISBN: 0691123438 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780691123431 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 5544.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Challenges the traditional list of all-time hitters, which places Ty Cobb first, Tony Gwynn 16th, and includes just 8 players whose prime came after 1960. Here, the author argues that the raw batting averages used as the list`s basis should be adjusted to take into account that the hitters played in different eras, with different rules.
