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| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Baseball Benjamin G. Rader, 2002 First-rate scholarship combined with extremely readable and interesting prose, this title should still retain its crown as the very best one-volume history of Baseball available. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: "The Greatest Game Ever Played in Dixie" John A. Simpson, 2015-03-10 In 1908 baseball was the only game that mattered in the South. With no major league team in the region, rivalries between Southern Association cities such as Atlanta, Birmingham, Memphis, and New Orleans were heated. This season, however, no city was as baseball-crazed as Nashville, whose Vols had been league doormat in 1907. After an unpromising start, the Nashville club clawed its way into contention during the month of July, rising into the upper division, then into a battle for first. Local interest intensified, as the competitive fire of Nashville fans was stoked by sharp-tongued columnist Grantland Rice and the city's three daily newspapers. By the time the Vols met the New Orleans Pelicans for a season-ending series, and the championship, the city was gripped by a pennant fever that shut down the commercial district. Nearly 13,000 people thronged the Nashville ballpark, Sulphur Dell, for the third and deciding contest. What they saw was described by Rice as the greatest game ever played in Dixie. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: In Cobb's Shadow Dan D’Addona, 2015-09-30 Considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time, Ty Cobb cast a shadow over the game with his violent behavior on the field and off. His shadow was never darker than when it fell on his teammates. Sam Crawford, Harry Heilmann and Heinie Manush were three of the greatest players in baseball history, good enough to be in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Each played in the Detroit outfield alongside Cobb, though their fame never reached the level of his. Little is remembered about this trio of Hall of Famers. Crawford, the all-time triples leader, Heilmann, the last right-handed batter to hit .400, and Manush, another batting champion, each made his own mark on the game, detailed for the first time in this triple biography. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: The Arrival of the American League Warren N. Wilbert, 2007-07-02 In 1901, Charles Comiskey and Ban Johnson launched a brazen challenge to the National League's supremacy. This book covers the American League's origins in the Western League, the decisions and planning that laid the groundwork for the American League, and in detail, the 1901 season that established the AL as a new major league. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: 101 Things You Must Teach Your Kids About America's Pastime Pasquale De Marco, 2025-05-01 Journey into the heart of America's pastime with this comprehensive guide to baseball, a sport that has captivated generations of fans with its timeless appeal. Delve into the rich history of baseball, tracing its origins from humble beginnings to its status as a national obsession. Explore the evolution of the game's rules, strategies, and equipment, and uncover the stories behind the innovations that have shaped the modern game. Master the intricacies of baseball's gameplay, from the art of hitting and pitching to the nuances of fielding and base running. Discover the strategies employed by managers and the unwritten rules that govern the game's unique etiquette. Experience the thrill of the chase as batters and pitchers engage in a battle of wits, and witness the exhilaration of a well-executed play that leaves fans cheering. Celebrate the legendary teams and players who have etched their names into baseball's storied history. Relive the greatest moments of the World Series, the electrifying atmosphere of pennant races, and the enduring legacies of iconic players. From Babe Ruth's towering home runs to Hank Aaron's pursuit of the all-time home run record, these legends continue to inspire generations of fans and players alike. Explore baseball's unique culture, a blend of tradition, fandom, and fierce rivalries. Discover the passionate fan bases that pack stadiums across the country, their unwavering support and colorful traditions creating an electric atmosphere at every game. Witness the intensity of baseball's greatest rivalries, where teams and cities engage in heated battles for supremacy, fueling the sport's enduring popularity. Uncover the business side of baseball, delving into the economics of the game, player contracts and salaries, and the impact of technology on the sport. Examine the challenges facing baseball in the modern era, from declining participation to the increasing use of performance-enhancing drugs, and explore the opportunities for growth and improvement. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the game, this comprehensive guide offers a captivating journey through the world of baseball. With its in-depth analysis, fascinating stories, and stunning visuals, this book is the ultimate resource for anyone who wants to truly understand and appreciate America's beloved pastime. If you like this book, write a review on google books! |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Society of American Baseball Research , 2000-06-23 Where does that endless supply of facts, figures, statistics and trivia that braodcasters spout actually come from? SABR takes the inside story of the development of baseball research, its resources, techniques and fascinating anecdotes by the folks who dig it up. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: This Too Was America Tom Melville, 2023-03-03 Cricket in America achieved its greatest acclaim, most extensive organization and highest level of competition in Philadelphia in the mid-19th century. The city took upon itself the burden of representing the entire U.S. during the sport's emerging international popularity. It was a story of amazing successes, abysmal failures and engaging personalities--like John B. King, revered to this day as one of the all-time greatest players--and eventual decline and demise. This meticulously researched history examines the origin and rise of a sport's legacy that, even in its demise, would endure as a lost vision of America's sporting destiny. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Baseball State by State Chris Jensen, 2012-08-08 Offering a fresh approach to the familiar concept of all-time baseball teams, this exhaustive work ranks more than 2,500 players by state of birth and includes both major league and Negro League athletes. Each chapter covers one state and opens with the all-time team, naming a top selection for each position followed by honorable mentions. Also included are all-time stat leaders in nine categories--games, hits, average, RBI, home runs, stolen bases, pitching wins, strikeouts and saves--a brief overview of the state's baseball history, notable player achievements, historic baseball places to see, potential future stars, a comprehensive list of player nicknames, and the state's all-time best player. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Major League Baseball Expansions and Relocations Frank P. Jozsa, Jr., 2010-03-08 This study considers the importance of location for new and relocated major league franchises in the more than 130 years since the National League was founded. Included are an analysis of market differences and similarities, team performances and demographics and area economic comparisons. Market data are used to predict future expansions and relocations of major league teams. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: The American Glory Pasquale De Marco, 2025-03-07 Baseball is more than just a game; it is a reflection of the American spirit. This book is a celebration of America's pastime, a tribute to the game's rich history, its iconic players, and its enduring appeal. In these pages, you will find a comprehensive exploration of baseball, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a global phenomenon. You will learn about the strategies and skills of the game, the teams and players that have shaped its history, and the passionate fandom that surrounds it. You will also discover the impact that baseball has had on American society, from its role in promoting social change to its economic and cultural significance. Whether you are a lifelong fan or a newcomer to the game, this book is sure to provide you with a deeper appreciation for baseball. With its engaging narrative and wealth of information, this book is the perfect companion for any baseball enthusiast. **Inside, you will find:** * A comprehensive history of baseball, from its origins to the present day * Profiles of the game's greatest players, teams, and moments * An exploration of the strategies and skills that make baseball so compelling * A look at the impact that baseball has had on American society * And much more! So sit back, relax, and enjoy this journey through the world of America's favorite pastime. If you like this book, write a review! |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Barney Dreyfuss Brian Martin, 2021-08-23 A young German immigrant, Barney Dreyfuss was an American success story in business and in baseball. He fell in love with the game after settling in Paducah, Kentucky, where he discovered he had a knack for assembling good players on the diamond. Relocating to Louisville, he became involved in the professional game with the Colonels. Faced with ouster from the National League, he took his players to Pittsburgh, where he became owner of the Pirates and forged a winning tradition, leading the club to six pennants and two World Series. This first biography of Dreyfuss chronicles the innovative career of the Hall of Famer executive who built Forbes Field--the National League's first concrete-and-steel ballpark, into which he put $1 million of his own money--pushed for creation of the office of commissioner to govern the game and helped initiate the modern World Series. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Eyes on the Sporting Scene, 1870-1930 Pamela A. Bakker, 2013-03-04 Helms Hall of Fame's brothers William M. and Andrew B. June Rankin lived exciting lives covering sports for papers like the New York Sunday Mercury, New York Herald, New York World, Brooklyn Daily Eagle and New York Clipper from 1870 to 1930. Playing for amateur and semiprofessional Rockland County (N.Y.) clubs in the mid-1860s through early 1870s, the brothers developed into baseball writers and editors. Often working with Henry Chadwick, called the Father of Baseball, the brothers became authorities on the sport, writing histories of clubs and players, and scoring for the early New York and Brooklyn clubs. June went on to cover boxing as it transitioned into a gentlemen's sport, football as it emerged on college campuses, and golf through the formative years of the USGA and PGA. He also wrote two baseball books. Filled with sporting details, this book sets the brothers into a period of great changes in the world of American sports. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: The Black Athlete as Hero Joseph Dorinson, 2022-11-09 Part history, part biography, this study examines the Black athlete's search to unify what W.E.B. DuBois called the two unreconciled strivings of African Americans--the struggle to survive in black society while adapting to white society. Black athletes have served as vanguards of change, challenging the dominant culture, crossing social boundaries and raising political awareness. Champions like Joe Louis, Jackie Robinson, Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown, Wilma Rudolph, Roberto Clemente, Althea Gibson, Arthur Ashe, Serena Williams, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and LeBron James make a difference, even as many in the Black community question the idea of athletes as role models. The author argues the importance of sports heroes in a panic-plagued era beset with class division and racial privilege. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: 3,000 Douglas J. Jordan, 2024-11-20 It typically takes 20 years of consistent excellence for a baseball player to reach the coveted milestone of 3,000 hits or strikeouts. Some of the great players to accomplish this feat are well-known: Willie Mays, Henry Aaron, Walter Johnson, Nolan Ryan. But who are the other men who've reached that epic 3,000 milestone? This book goes into detail about each of these players, describing how each player collected his historic hit or strikeout and how old he was at the time. Discover the pitchers who gave up a 3,000th hit and the victims of a 3,000th strikeout. Determine where these players were born and the stadiums where the events took place. This book covers the near-miss men--the ones who almost made it to the milestone--and predict which players might reach 3,000 hits or strikeouts next. This comprehensive volume tracks all players who have reached this impressive achievement, all who missed it by a hair, and some who might be poised to claim the title. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Babe Ruth and the Creation of the Celebrity Athlete Thomas Barthel, 2018-07-25 From his first year in the majors, George Herman Babe Ruth knew he could profit from celebrity. Babe Ruth Cigars in 1915 marked his first attempt to cash in. Traded to the Yankees in 1920, he soon signed with Christy Walsh, baseball's first publicity agent. Walsh realized that stories of great deeds in sports were a commodity, and in 1921 sold Ruth's ghostwritten byline to a newspaper syndicate for $15,000 ($187,000 today). Ruth hit home runs while Walsh's writers made him a hero, crafting his public image as a lovable scalawag. Were the stories true? It didn't matter--they sold. Many survive but have never been scrutinized until now. Drawing on primary sources, this book examines the stories, separating exaggerated facts from clear falsehoods. This book traces Ruth's ascendance as the first great media-created superstar and celebrity product endorser. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Jews and Baseball Burton A. Boxerman, Benita W. Boxerman, 2007-01-10 Examines the interrelated histories of baseball and American Jews from the mid-nineteenth century to 1948 describing the players, managers, coaches, and team owners. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: American Physical Education Review , 1927 Includes abstracts of magazine articles and Book reviews. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Baseball Sports Medicine Christopher S. Ahmad, Anthony A. Romeo, 2018-10-24 Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Headed by the team physicians of the New York Yankees and the Chicago White Sox, Baseball Sports Medicine covers all aspects of this multi-faceted area, including injury prevention, management of injuries when they occur, rehabilitation protocols, and outcomes. It’s an ideal reference for all heath care providers who care for patients at all levels of the sport – from children and adolescents through the major leagues. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: American Sports Pamela Grundy, Benjamin G Rader, 2016-06-16 American Sports offers a reflective, analytical history of American sports from the colonial era to the present. Readers will focus on the diverse relationships between sports and class, gender, race, ethnicity, religion and region, and understand how these interactions can bind diverse groups together. By considering the economic, social and cultural factors that have surrounded competitive sports, readers will understand how sports have reinforced or challenged the values and behaviors of society. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Lost in the Sun G. Richard McKelvey, 2007-11-15 Baseball players, like teams, have their ups and downs. Pitchers inexplicably lose their command of the strike zone, batters think themselves into deep slumps, and injuries, addiction, and poor decision-making can radically change the fortunes of either. It's in the response to such adversity that memorable stories are made. This book focuses both on players whose determination in the face of injury or private demons landed them back in the big leagues and stars who never recovered from their dramatic, unexpected falls. Profiled here are 14 players whose stories are among the most stirring in baseball history: Tony Conigliaro, Monte Stratton, Pete Rose, Bert Shepard, Eddie Waitkus, Mark Wohlers, Red Barney, Lou Brissie, Tommy John, Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, Steve Blass, Dave Dravecky, and Joe Jackson. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Before the Ivy Laurent Pernot, 2015-02-15 All Cub fans know from heartbreak and curse-toting goats. Fewer know that, prior to moving to the north side in 1916, the team fielded powerhouse nines that regularly claimed the pennant. Before the Ivy offers a grandstand seat to a golden age: BEHOLD the 1871 team as it plays for the title in nine different borrowed uniforms after losing everything in the Great Chicago Fire ATTEND West Side Grounds at Polk and Wolcott with its barbershop quartet MARVEL as superstar Cap Anson hits .399, makes extra cash running a ballpark ice rink, and strikes out as an elected official WONDER at experiments with square bats and corked balls, the scandal of Sunday games and pre-game booze-ups, the brazen spitters and park dimensions changed to foil Ty Cobb RAZZ Charles Comiskey as he adopts a Cubs hand-me-down moniker for his team's name THRILL to the poetic double-play combo of Tinker, Evers, and Chance even as they throw tantrums at umpires and punches at each other CHEER as Merkle's Boner and the Cubs' ensuing theatrics send the team to the 1908 World Series Rich with Hall of Fame personalities and oddball stories, Before the Ivy opens a door to Chicago's own field of dreams and serves as every Cub fan's guide to a time when thoughts of next year filled rival teams with dread. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Baseball's Iconic 1-0 Games Warren N. Wilbert, 2013-01-17 In Baseball’s Iconic 1-0 Games Warren Wilbert chronicles the most compelling and tense 1-0 nail-biters in the history of the game. Organized thematically, this book covers Opening Day 1-0 games; the best regular season 1-0 games, pitched by greats such as John “Jocko” Flynn and Randy Johnson; 1-0 games in championship play, from the first inning of playoffs to the final out of the World Series; perfect 1-0 games, of which only eight have been pitched since 1871—and only seven with a single pitcher; and pitching titans such as Walter Johnson, Christy Mathewson, and Cy Young. Appendixes include a full list of pitchers to have thrown a no-hit 1-0 game, pitching greats who have amassed ten or more career 1-0 victories, and 1-0 games in both the Negro Leagues and the Japanese Major Leagues. Featuring more than 30 photographs, Baseball’s Iconic 1-0 Games is sure to fascinate all baseball fans, players, and historians. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: America's Past Time Fanaticism Pasquale De Marco, Immerse yourself in the captivating world of America's Pastime with this comprehensive guide to baseball. Delve into the rich history of the sport, from its humble origins to its current status as a national obsession. Discover the stories of legendary players, iconic teams, and unforgettable moments that have shaped the game. Explore the intricacies of baseball's strategies and techniques, gaining insights into the art of pitching, hitting, and fielding. Unravel the complexities of baseball's business landscape, examining the impact of free agency, labor unions, and the economics of the sport. Witness the global reach of baseball, as it captivates audiences around the world, transcending borders and cultures. Get an insider's perspective on the lives of baseball players, delving into their triumphs and challenges, sacrifices and rewards. Learn about the role of agents in shaping players' careers and the impact of social media on their lives. Discover the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women in baseball, as they continue to break barriers and redefine the sport. Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of baseball's biggest stage—the World Series. Relive the most memorable games and iconic moments in World Series history, spanning decades of thrilling competition. Explore the impact of the World Series on American culture, underscoring its significance as a unifying force that brings people together. From the roar of the crowd to the crack of the bat, baseball has left an indelible mark on American history and identity. This book delves into the profound connection between baseball and American identity, revealing how the sport reflects the values, ideals, and aspirations of the nation. Discover the role of baseball in shaping American identity, from its early days as a symbol of unity to its current status as a beloved pastime. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the sport, this book offers a fascinating journey through the world of baseball. With its in-depth analysis, captivating storytelling, and stunning visuals, this book is a must-have for anyone who wants to truly understand America's Pastime. If you like this book, write a review! |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Hebrew Hammer Joseph Wancho, 2022-01-04 This first biography of four-time all-star Al Rosen covers the career of perhaps the best player on the fabulous Cleveland Indians' teams of the 1950s. From 1951 to 1956, the Tribe won one American League pennant (1954) and finished second to New York the other five seasons. Rosen was selected as the League's Most Valuable Player in 1953, the last Indians player to be so honored. He led the League in home runs (43) and RBI (145). Washington's Mickey Vernon edged Rosen by a single percentage point (.337 to .336) for the league batting championship. His play between the white lines was not the only place where Rosen left his mark on the game. He spent 14 seasons as a president or general manager for the New York Yankees (1978-1979), Houston Astros (1981-1985) and the San Francisco Giants (1986-1992). Under his guidance, those teams won two pennants and one world championship. Rosen is the only person in Major League Baseball history to win an MVP award as a player and to be recognized as Executive of the Year by The Sporting News (1987). |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Bud Fowler Jeffrey Michael Laing, 2013-05-02 This is the biography of Bud Fowler (ne John Jackson), the first African American to play in organized baseball, and the longest tenured at the time that the color line was drawn. In addition to his professional playing career, which lasted more than 25 years, Fowler was a scout, organizer, owner, and promoter of touring black baseball clubs--including the legendary Page Fence Giants--in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Emphasizing the social and cultural contexts for Fowler's accomplishments on and off the baseball diamond, and his prominence within the history and development of the national pastime, the text builds a convincing case for Fowler as one of the great pioneering figures of the early game. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: A Calculus of Color Robert Kuhn McGregor, 2015-04-02 In 1947, as the integration of Major League Baseball began, the once-daring American League had grown reactionary, unwilling to confront postwar challenges--population shifts, labor issues and, above all, racial integration. The league had matured in the Jim Crow era, when northern cities responded to the Great Migration by restricting black access to housing, transportation, accommodations and entertainment, while blacks created their own institutions, including baseball's Negro Leagues. As the political climate changed and some major league teams realized the necessity of integration, the American League proved painfully reluctant. With the exception of the Cleveland Indians, integration was slow and often ineffective. This book examines the integration of baseball--widely viewed as a triumph--through the experiences of the American League and finds only a limited shift in racial values. The teams accepted few black players and made no effort to alter management structures, and organized baseball remained an institution governed by tradition-bound owners. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: The Detroit Wolverines Brian Martin, 2017-12-21 The Detroit Tigers were founding members of the American League and have been the Motor City's team for more than a century. But the Wolverines were the city's first major league club, playing in the National League beginning in 1881 and capturing the pennant in 1887. Playing in what was then one of the best ballparks in America, during an era when Detroit was known as the Paris of the West, the team battled hostile National League owners and struggled with a fickle fan base to become world champions, before financial woes led to their being disbanded in 1888. This first-ever history of the Wolverines covers the team's rise and abrupt fall and the powerful men behind it. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Rowdy Patsy Tebeau and the Cleveland Spiders David L. Fleitz, 2017-04-26 In an era of rowdy teams, the Cleveland Spiders (1887-1899) were baseball's rowdiest. Managed by Oliver Patsy Tebeau, a quick-tempered infielder, the Spiders seemed to heap abuse of one kind or another on everyone--umpires, opposing teams, even the fans. Their aggression never brought home the pennant, but Cleveland's battles with the league's top clubs, including an 1895 Temple Cup victory over the Baltimore Orioles, are now legendary. Yet the story of the Spiders amounts to more than a 12 year free-for-all. There were top-flight players like Ed McKean, George Davis, Jesse Burkett, and Cy Young. There was the racially progressive signing of Holy Cross star Louis Sockalexis, the first American Indian in the major leagues. And then there was the team's final season, 1899, when a club ravaged by syndicalism set the standard for baseball futility. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Home Run Heroes: The Ultimate Guide to Baseball’s Greatest Moments & Strategies Alex Jones, 2024-06-17 Do you find yourself lost in the lingo of line drives and longing for the lowdown on lockouts? Wondering why a ‘sacrifice fly’ isn’t just an insect on the field? Absolutely, you can become a baseball buff! “Home Run Heroes: The Ultimate Guide to Baseball’s Greatest Moments & Strategies” is the grand slam of guides for the burgeoning baseball enthusiast. This book is your all-access pass to understanding every pitch, play, and part of the game. Unlock the joys of baseball with: · In-Depth Explanations: Demystify baseball jargon and uncover the rules of the game. · Historical Highlights: Relive the most thrilling moments in baseball history. · Strategic Smarts: Gain insights into the strategies that shape the game. · Legendary Lore: Learn about the heroes who have made baseball what it is today. This book is your ticket to a fuller, richer baseball experience. Don’t sit on the sidelines—immerse yourself in the game and discover a newfound appreciation for America’s favorite pastime. Step up to the batter’s box of knowledge and hit a home run in understanding baseball. Get your copy of “Home Run Heroes” now and join the league of happier, more informed sports fans! In Summary: “Home Run Heroes” is an essential guide for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and enjoyment of baseball. It’s packed with explanations, strategies, and stories that will transform you from a spectator to a connoisseur of the game. This book promises to enhance your baseball experience and bring you the happiness that comes with being a true fan of the sport. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Baseball, Inc. Frank P. Jozsa, Jr., 2006-02-17 During the second half of the twentieth century, Major League Baseball and its affiliated minor leagues evolved from local and regional entities governing the play of America's favorite pastime to national business organizations. The relocation of teams, league expansion, the advent of free agency and an influx of international players has made baseball big business, on an increasingly global scale. Focusing on the last fifty years, this work examines the past and present commercial elements of organized baseball, emphasizing the dual roles--competitive sport and profitable business--which the sport must now fulfill. Twenty-five essays cover five areas integral to the economic side of baseball: business and finance, human resources, international relations, management and leadership and sports marketing. Detailed discussions of the redistribution of revenues, the history of player unionization, aggressive global marketing, strategies of franchise owners and an evaluation of fan costs, among other topics introduce the reader to the important issues and specific challenges professional baseball faces in an increasingly crowded--yet geographically expansive--sports marketplace. The work is also indexed. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: The Negro Leagues, 1869-1960 Leslie A. Heaphy, 2003 Presents a history of the Negro Leagues, from their inception to the integration of black players into Major League Baseball to the eventual demise of the league. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Joe Quinn Among the Rowdies Rochelle Llewelyn Nicholls, 2014-10-01 A gentleman when the game was hard-bitten, played by rough-and-ready lads out to win whatever the cost.... Australia had few sporting heroes in the years preceding its federation in 1901. But before its 20th-century Olympic trailblazers, and Depression-era icons such as Phar Lap and Don Bradman, came an Australian sporting pioneer who was celebrated on the most glamorous stage in the world--American major league baseball. Joe Quinn's story has long been lost in the land of his birth. This tale gallops from the deprivation of famine-ravaged Ireland through colonial Australia to the raucous ballfields of 19th-century America, with their unruly players and owners, brawls and adulation and backroom betrayals. Through 17 seasons in the major leagues, Undertaker Joe Quinn earned his place among the colorful characters who pioneered the modern game of baseball, as much for his ability to stand apart from their bad behavior as for his steadfastness on the field. Meet Australia's first professional baseball player and manager, whose willingness to have a go in the grand Australian tradition will live long in the minds of sports fans on both sides of the Pacific. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Mexican Americans and Sports Jorge Iber, Samuel O. Regalado, 2006-08-21 For at least a century, across the United States, Mexican American athletes have actively participated in community-based, interscholastic, and professional sports. The people of the ranchos and the barrios have used sport for recreation, leisure, and community bonding. Until now, though, relatively few historians have focused on the sports participation of Latinos, including the numerically preponderant Mexican Americans. This volume gathers an important collection of such studies, arranged in rough chronological order, spanning the period from the late 1920s through the present. They survey and analyze sporting experiences and organizations, as well as their impact on communal and individual lives. Contributions spotlight diverse fields of athletic endeavor: baseball, football, soccer, boxing, track, and softball. Mexican Americans and Sports contributes to the emerging understanding of the value of sport to minority populations in communities throughout the United States. Those interested in sports history will benefit from the book’s focus on under-studied Mexican American participation, and those interested in Mexican American history will welcome the insight into this aspect of the group’s social history. |
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| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: The Irish and the Making of American Sport, 1835-1920 Patrick R. Redmond, 2015-03-07 Jerrold Casway coined the phrase The Emerald Age of Baseball to describe the 1890s, when so many Irish names dominated teams' rosters. But one can easily agree--and expand--that the period from the mid-1830s well into the first decade of the 20th century and assign the term to American sports in general. This book covers the Irish sportsman from the arrival of James Deaf Burke in 1836 through to Jack B. Kelly's rejection by Henley regatta and his subsequent gold medal at the 1920 Olympics. It avoids recounting the various victories and defeats of the Irish sportsman, seeking instead to deal with the complex interaction that he had with alcohol, gambling and Sunday leisure: pleasures that were banned in most of America at some time or other between 1836 and 1920. This book also covers the Irish sportsman's close relations with politicians, his role in labor relations, his violent lifestyle--and by contrast--his participation in bringing respectability to sport. It also deals with native Irish sports in America, the part played by the Irish in Team USA's initial international sporting ventures, and in the making and breaking of amateurism within sport. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Sport in Latin American Society Lamartine DaCosta, J A Mangan, 2014-04-08 This work deals with the infancy, adolescence and maturity of sport in Latin American society. It explores ways in which sport illuminates cultural migration and emigration and indigenous assimilation and adaptation. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: American Life in the 1930s Kate Conley, 2023-08-01 American Life in the 1930s takes a look at the major events that occurred throughout this decade and offers information on the demographics of the United States at the time. Readers will gain an understanding of the politics, conflicts, science, inventions, pop culture, fashion, and sports of the decade, and they will learn about the legacy the 1930s left behind. Features include a glossary, a timeline, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Thar's Joy in Braveland Saul Wisnia, Joe Wancho, Bob Buege, Chip Greene, John Vorperian, Michael J Bielawa, Mel Marmer, Rory Costello, 2014-04-07 You talk about destiny, well, you can't rule that out. We were hard-nosed and that showed up in 1957. -- Braves catcher Del Crandall to editor Gregory H. Wolf Few teams in baseball history have captured the hearts of their fans like the Milwaukee Braves of the 19505. During the Braves' 13-year tenure in Milwaukee (1953-1965), they had a winning record every season, won two consecutive NL pennants (1957 and 1958), lost two more in the final week of the season (1956 and 1959), and set big-league attendance records along the way. This book celebrates the Milwaukee Braves' historic 1957 World Series championship season. Led by the bats of National League Most Valuable Player Henry Aaron and slugging third baseman Eddie Mathews and the Big Three pitching trio (Cy Young Award winner Warren Spahn, Lew Burdette, and Bob Buhl) the Braves won 95 games. The team enjoyed standout seasons by shortstop Johnny Logan, outfielder Wes Covington, and catcher Del Crandall And GM John Quinn pulled off the biggest trade of the summer, acquiring All-Star second baseman Red Schoendienst from the New York Giants. The Braves cemented their place in history by defeating the New York Yankees in the World Series. In one of the greatest performances in the history of the fall classic, crafty Lew Burdette tossed his second consecutive shutout (and third complete game) to defeat the Bronx Bombers in Game Seven, in Yankee Stadium. A collaborative effort of 32 members of the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR), Thar's Joy in Braveland! The 1957 Milwaukee Braves portrays that memorable team with life stories of all of the roster players, the manager and coaching staff, the owner, the general manager, and sportswriters and radio announcers. Summaries of the regular season and World Series re-create the magic of that unforgettable season. Table of Contents: Introduction:The Milwaukee Braves Make History by Gregory H Wolf From Yawkey to Milwaukee: Lou Perini Makes his Move by Saul Wisnia THE BRAVES Henry “Hank” Aaron by William Johnson Joe Adcock by Gregory H Wolf Bill Bruton by John Harry Stahl Bob Buhl by Gregory H Wolf Lew Burdette by Alex Kupfer Dick Cole by Doug Engleman Gene Conley by John R Husman Wes Covington by Andy Sturgill Del Crandall by Gregory H Wolf Ray Crone by Gregory H Wolf John DeMerit by Steven Schmitt Harry Hanebrink by Andy Sturgill Bob Hazle by Nancy Snell Griffith Joey Jay by Joe Wancho Ernie Johnson by Dana Sprague Dave Jolly by Chip Greene Nippy Jones by Dan Fields Johnny Logan by Bob Buege Bobby Malkmus by Gregory H Wolf Felix Mantilla by Rick Schabowski Eddie Mathews by David Fleitz Don McMahon by John Vorperian Red Murff by Michael J Bielawa Danny O’Connell by Mel Marmer Andy Pafko by Dale Voiss Phil Paine by Chip Greene Taylor Phillips by Rick Schabowski Juan Pizarro by Rory Costello Del Rice by Norm King Mel Roach by David Fleitz Carl Sawatski by Gregory H Wolf Red Schoendienst by Kristen Lokemoen Ray Shearer by William Johnson Warren Spahn by Jim Kaplan Chuck Tanner by Dan Fields Hawk Taylor by Steven Schmitt Bobby Thomson by Jeff Findley Frank Torre by Norm King Bob Trowbridge by Nancy Snell Griffith THE MANAGER Fred Haney by Jim Gordon THE COACHES Bob Keely by Gregory H Wolf Johnny Riddle by Nancy Snell Griffith Charlie Root by Gregory H Wolf Connie Ryan by John McMurray GENERAL MANAGER John Quinn by Rory Costello County Stadium by Gregg Hoffmann Jane Jarvis by Rory Costello THE SPORTSWRITERS Headlines and Deadlines: Wordsmiths of the Braves by Bob Buege Lou Chapman by Bob Buege Red Thisted by Bob Buege Bob Wolf by Bob Buege RADIO ANNOUNCERS Voices of the Braves: Blaine Walsh and Earl Gillespie by Bob Buege REGULAR SEASON SUMMARY The Milwaukee Braves Season Timeline and Summary by Gregory H Wolf WORLD SERIES SUMMARY World Series Summary by Norm King By the Numbers: Milwaukee Braves in 1957 by Dan Fields Thirteen Years of Magic by Bob Buege |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: Base Ball Pioneers, 1850-1870 Peter Morris, William J. Ryczek, Jan Finkel, 2014-01-10 By 1871, the popularity of baseball had spread so thoroughly across America that one writer observed, It is as much our national game as cricket is that of the English. While major league teams and athletes that played after this prophetic statement was made have been exhaustively documented and analyzed, those that led the game during its pioneer phase from 1850 to 1870 have received relatively little attention. In this welcome work, leading historians of early baseball provide profiles of more than fifty clubs and their players, from legendary teams such as the Red Stockings of Cincinnati and the Nationals of Washington to forgotten nines like the Pecatonica (Illinois) Base Ball Club and the Morning Star Club of St. Louis. Engaging narratives bring these long-ago clubs back to life, stimulating more research on this fascinating era and creating a standard reference source for all who study America's national pastime. |
| baseball a history of america game chapter summaries: A Companion to American Sport History Steven A. Riess, 2014-03-26 A Companion to American Sport History presents a collection of original essays that represent the first comprehensive analysis of scholarship relating to the growing field of American sport history. Presents the first complete analysis of the scholarship relating to the academic history of American sport Features contributions from many of the finest scholars working in the field of American sport history Includes coverage of the chronology of sports from colonial times to the present day, including major sports such as baseball, football, basketball, boxing, golf, motor racing, tennis, and track and field Addresses the relationship of sports to urbanization, technology, gender, race, social class, and genres such as sports biography Awarded 2015 Best Anthology from the North American Society for Sport History (NASSH) |
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