Small, shy Matt Baker, who has been marginalized because of a speech disorder, and big, bold, and brash Ben Roberson become unlikely practice partners as their baseball team navigates the rapidly approaching end of their season.
"In baseball, long games are marked by . . . moments--like Nolan Ryan beating Sandy Koufax's no-hitter record or Ichiro Suzuki smashing George Sisler's record number of hits in a season. In this . . . book, young readers can experience record-breaking plays in baseball"--Provided by publisher.
Examines the history of the World Series, highlighting successful teams and key matches and players. Includes color photographs, a glossary, an activity, and further resources.
"Posnanski writes of [baseball's] major moments that created legends, and of forgotten moments almost lost to time. It's Willie Mays's catch, Babe Ruth's called shot, and Kirk Gibson's limping home run; the slickest steals; the biggest bombs; and the most triumphant no-hitters . . ."--Provided by publisher.
Twelve-year-old Matt Baker is the best all-rounder on his baseball team, but can he help Big Ben Roberson improve his hitting and stand up to his father?.
"Lucy and her friends learn the basics of baseball, including catching, hitting and fielding, then try their new skills in a real game"--Provided by publisher.
Marty loses his lucky baseball bat, and his confidence along with it, and wonders if he will recover both in time to help the Tigers win the championship.
