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Presents the inspiring stories of baseball players who overcame obstacles in the course of their careers due to race, religion, ethnicity, or gender, including Jackie Robinson, Hank Greenburg, Fernando Valenzuela, and Ila Borders.

"He swings his bat, and the ball goes flying! Baseball is so much fun, but what happens before the big day? Follow young athletes preparing to play their favorite sport. Simple text and action-packed photos capture baseball players practicing their skills, working together with their team, and learning how to stay healthy as they play. There's so much to do to get ready for a baseball game"-- Provided by publisher.

Young Roberto loved baseball so much that he played with a tree branch and tin cans in Carolina, Puerto Rico, practicing until he was chosen to play for a Major League team -- in chilly Montreal! Although he showed his talent as part of the Pittsburgh Pirates, he still faced discrimination from people who wouldn't accept a Black man who demanded to be called Roberto instead of Bob in the middle of the nuclear-family 1950s. Even after becoming an All-Star...

"How do you pick baseball's GOATs? Is Sandy Koufax the greatest pitcher to take the mound? Is Ted Williams the greatest pure hitter the game has seen? It comes down to stats, history, and hunches. Read more about some of the legends of baseball and see if you agree that they're the greatest of all time"-- Provided by publisher.

"A Team Spirit Baseball edition featuring the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim that chronicles the history and accomplishments of the team. Includes access to the Team Spirit website which provides additional information, updates and photos""--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life, career, and personality of the famous baseball player.

Traces the life of the Yankees' star ballplayer, focusing on his character and his struggle with the terminal disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about baseball's beginnings and how it has evolved into the sport we know today. Learn about the first World Series, how equipment has changed over the years to better protect players, the most well-known MLB stars, and more. Take a Look! infographics and sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights critical events in the sport's history. Children can learn more about...

Tells the life story of baseball star Roberto Clemente, describing his childhood in Puerto Rico, minor and major league careers, tragic death, and induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

The biography of Lipman Pike, a power hitting pre-1900 baseball player who once outran a racehorse, told in picture book format.