Download or read book Pete Alonso written by Jon M. Fishman and published by Millbrook Press. This book was released on 2020-08-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso hit it out of the park during his 2019 rookie season playing Major League Baseball (MLB). The slugger won the Home Run Derby and also hit the most homers in the league that year.
Download or read book Big Time Baseball Records written by Bruce Berglund and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2021-08 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "CRACK! Few things beat the drama of a player smacking a big homerun at the ballpark-except when that big homer sets a new record! Behind every big-time baseball record is a dramatic story of how a player or team achieved greatness on the field. With legendary players at the plate, on the mound, and in the field, here are the record-setting moments that will keep baseball fans turning the page for more"--
Download or read book Pete Alonso written by Bright O Robert and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pete Alonso: Driven to Succeed offers an exhilarating journey into the life and career of one of baseball's most electrifying talents. In this compelling biography, readers are immersed in the extraordinary story of Pete Alonso, a player whose relentless drive, unwavering determination, and unyielding passion for the game have propelled him to the pinnacle of Major League Baseball. From his early days on the diamond to his record-breaking rookie season and beyond, Alonso's journey is a testament to the power of resilience, perseverance, and the unwavering pursuit of greatness. With gripping detail and riveting storytelling, the book explores Alonso's humble beginnings, tracing his path from a promising young athlete to a bonafide superstar on the world stage. As readers delve into Alonso's rise to prominence, they are treated to a front-row seat to some of the most exhilarating moments in baseball history. From his awe-inspiring power at the plate to his game-changing plays in the field, Alonso's electrifying talent and infectious enthusiasm have captivated fans around the globe, earning him acclaim and adoration from teammates, opponents, and spectators alike. But Alonso's journey is about more than just baseball-it's a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and unwavering belief in oneself. Through the highs and lows of his career, Alonso has remained steadfast in his commitment to excellence, refusing to let setbacks or obstacles derail his quest for greatness. In "Pete Alonso: Driven to Succeed," readers will discover the man behind the legend-the relentless work ethic, the unshakeable confidence, and the unwavering passion that drive Alonso to push the boundaries of what's possible on the diamond. From his record-breaking rookie season to his continued pursuit of excellence, Alonso's story is a testament to the transformative power of perseverance and the enduring spirit of the human heart. For fans of baseball and seekers of inspiration alike, "Pete Alonso: Driven to Succeed" is an unforgettable journey into the heart and soul of one of the game's most captivating figures-a testament to the power of dreams, the pursuit of greatness, and the unwavering belief that anything is possible with hard work, dedication, and a relentless desire to succeed.
Download or read book Baseball Records Smashed written by Bruce Berglund and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2023-08 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In baseball, long games are marked by spectacular 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 Sports Illustrated Kids book, young readers can experience record-breaking plays in baseball. Fast-paced and fact-filled, this collection of record smashers will delight sports fans with thrilling feats in baseball history.
Download or read book Pete Alonso written by Lewis K Greenlee and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "Pete Alonso: Power, Passion, and Perseverance," readers embark on a captivating journey through the remarkable life and career of one of baseball's most electrifying stars. From his humble beginnings in Tampa, Florida, to his ascent to Major League stardom with the New York Mets, Pete Alonso's story is one of determination, dedication, and unwavering love for the game.With his prodigious power at the plate and infectious enthusiasm on the field, Alonso has captured the hearts of fans across the country and cemented his place among baseball's elite. But beyond the home runs and accolades lies a deeper narrative of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. Through exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and never-before-seen photographs, "Pete Alonso: Power, Passion, and Perseverance" offers readers a unique glimpse into the life of a modern-day sports icon. From his historic rookie season to his philanthropic endeavors off the field, Alonso's impact on the game of baseball and the lives of those around him is nothing short of extraordinary. Whether you're a die-hard Mets fan, a baseball aficionado, or simply someone in search of an inspiring story of triumph over adversity, "Pete Alonso: Power, Passion, and Perseverance" is a must-read for anyone who believes in the power of perseverance, the importance of chasing your dreams, and the enduring legacy of one of baseball's brightest stars.
Download or read book The Baseball Maniac s Almanac written by Bert Randolph Sugar and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-04-18 with total page 525 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part reference, part trivia, part brain teaser, and absolutely the most unusual and thorough compendium of baseball stats and facts ever assembled—all verified for accuracy by the Baseball Hall of Fame. First created by legendary sportswriter Bert Randolph Sugar, and now updated, here are thousands of fascinating lists, tables, data, and stimulating facts. Inside, you’ll find all of the big name baseball heroes like Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Ernie Banks, Pete Rose, Denny McLain, Ty Cobb, and a lot of information that will be new to even the most devoted fans: Highest batting averages not to win batting titles Home-run leaders by state of birth Players on last-place teams leading the league in RBIs, by season Most triples by position, season Winners of two “legs” of triple crown since last winner Oldest pitchers with losing record, leading league in ERA Career pitching leaders under six feet tall Managers replaced wile team was in first place Hall of Famers whose sons played in the majors Players with palindromic surnames And so much more! Not just a collection of facts or records, this is a book of glorious fun that will astound even the most bookish baseball fan. Read up and amaze your friends!
Download or read book The Lineup Card written by Tom O’Reilly and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2024-08-09 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first book to focus on a small but essential piece of every baseball game played during the last 100-plus years--the lineup card, used to record the full lineup and batting order for both teams. Drawing on input from dozens of memorabilia experts, collectors, team and league executives, umpires, coaches and managers, the author tells the story of the lineup card's role in America's pastime, from its history and usage to cards from famous games and the people who collect them. Nearly 200 illustrations include cards for Sandy Koufax's 1965 perfect game, Cal Ripken's record-breaking 2,131st consecutive game and the final game of Boston's first World Series title in 86 years.
Download or read book Pete Alonso written by Robert C Stanley and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "From Tampa Bay to the Big Leagues, a Baseball Odyssey" traces the ascent of Pete Alonso, the flamboyant slugger who took the baseball world by storm. From his boyhood days playing in the shadow of Raymond James Stadium to his record-breaking rookie season and his two Home Run Derby championships, Alonso's story is an amazing monument to hard work, devotion, and a touch of magic. This book goes into Alonso's boyhood in Tampa, Florida, where he polished his abilities on local fields and dreamed of playing for the hometown Rays. It chronicles his spectacular collegiate career at the University of Florida, when he smashed records and reinforced his position as a top prospect. And, of course, it recalls his remarkable ascension to Major League Baseball, where he charmed spectators with his enormous power and contagious zeal. "From Tampa Bay to the Big Leagues" is more than simply a baseball biography; it's a narrative of passion, determination, and the pursuit of a goal. It's a novel that will resonate with anybody who has ever tried to seek an unattainable goal.
Download or read book Ron Shandler s 2024 Baseball Forecaster written by Ron Shandler and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2024-06-22 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For more than 35 years, the very best in baseball predictions and statistics The industry's longest-running publication for baseball analysts and fantasy leaguers, Ron Shandler's Baseball Forecaster, published annually since 1986, is the first book to approach prognostication by breaking performance down into its component parts. Rather than predicting batting average, for instance, this resource looks at the elements of skill that make up any given batter's ability to distinguish between balls and strikes, his propensity to make contact with the ball, and what happens when he makes contact— reverse engineering those skills back into batting average.The result is an unparalleled forecast of baseball abilities and trends for the upcoming season and beyond.
Download or read book New York Mets 2020 written by Baseball Prospectus, and published by Baseball Prospectus. This book was released on 2020-04-27 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The team edition based on The New York Times Bestselling Guide. This more portable team edition of the full 25th edition of the industry-leading baseball annual contains all of the important statistics, player projections and insider-level commentary that readers have come to expect, but focused on your favorite organization. It also features detailed reports on the top prospects, including fantasy values and commentary. Take it out to the ball game or wherever you follow your team!
Download or read book New York Mets 2021 written by Baseball Prospectus, and published by Baseball Prospectus. This book was released on 2021-05-02 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The team edition based on The New York Times Bestselling Guide. This more portable team edition of the full 26th edition of the industry-leading baseball annual contains all of the important statistics, player projections, and insider-level commentary that readers have come to expect, but focused on your favorite organization. It also features detailed reports on the top prospects, data visualization, and deeper statistical profiles. Take it out to the ball game or wherever you follow your team!
Download or read book If These Walls Could Talk New York Mets written by Mike Puma and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mike Puma of the New York Post provides insight into the team's inner sanctum as only he can The New York Mets are one of the most historic teams in Major League Baseball, with superstars over the years including Jacob deGrom, Mike Piazza, David Wright, and Tom Seaver. Aided by dozens of new, exclusive interviews, readers will gain the perspective of players, coaches, and personnel from Mets history in moments of greatness as well as defeat, making for a keepsake no fan will want to miss. Few fan bases display as much rabid devotion to their team as the New York Mets', win or lose. That spirit is celebrated in this colorful collection of stories about the Lovable Losers. The If These Walls Could Talk series is a one-of-a-kind, insider's look into the great moments, the lowlights, and everything in between in your team's history. Other New York titles include: If These Walls Could Talk: New York Giants If These Walls Could Talk: New York Yankees If These Walls Could Talk: New York Jets
Download or read book New York Mets Firsts written by Brett Topel and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2024-02-06 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the more than sixty-year history of the New York Mets, fans have been treated to countless firsts: the first Met pitcher to record a win at Shea Stadium (Al Jackson), the first Met to hit a homer at Citi Field (David Wright), the first Cy Young Award winner for the Mets (Tom Seaver), the first Met to pitch a no-hitter (Johan Santana), and the first to appear in an All-Star Game in a Mets uniform (Richie Ashburn). The list goes on. In New York Mets Firsts, Brett Topel presents the stories behind the firsts in Mets history in question-and-answer format. More than a mere trivia book, Topel’s collection includes substantive answers to the question of “Who was the first...?” on a variety of topics, many of which will surprise even seasoned fans of the Amazin’s.
Download or read book Showtime GPT written by Clay Michel and published by Clay Michel. This book was released on with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shohei Ohtani is a one-of-a-kind baseball player, capable of dominating the game as a pitcher and a batter. Written using a chatbot, this book traces his exceptional career, from his childhood in Japan to his consecration in the Major League Baseball, where he made history by becoming the first player to be named in the All-Star Game both as a pitcher and a position player. Through false testimonials from baseball legends, as well as stories of his performance and style of play, Showtime GPT exposes the exploits, real or fictional, of Shohei Ohtani, the two-way baseball phenom.
Download or read book Baseball Prospectus 2018 written by Baseball Prospectus and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2018-02-09 with total page 1209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2018 edition of The New York Times Bestselling Guide. PLAY BALL! The 23rd edition of this industry-leading baseball annual contains all of the important statistics, player predictions and insider-level commentary that readers have come to expect, along with significant improvements to several statistics that were created by, and are exclusive to, Baseball Prospectus, and an expanded focus on international players and teams. Baseball Prospectus 2018 provides fantasy players and insiders alike with prescient PECOTA projections, which The New York Times called “the überforecast of every player’s performance.” With more than 50 Baseball Prospectus alumni currently working for major-league baseball teams, nearly every organization has sought the advice of current or former BP analysts, and readers of Baseball Prospectus 2018 will understand why! Visit www.baseballprospectus.com for year-round baseball coverage
Download or read book Baseball Prospectus 2020 written by Baseball Prospectus, and published by Baseball Prospectus. This book was released on 2020-02-07 with total page 2628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2020 edition of The New York Times Bestselling Guide. PLAY BALL! The 25th edition of this industry-leading baseball annual contains all of the important statistics, player predictions and insider-level commentary that readers have come to expect, along with significant improvements to several statistics that were created by, and are exclusive to, Baseball Prospectus, and an expanded focus on international players and teams. Baseball Prospectus 2020 provides fantasy players and insiders alike with prescient PECOTA projections, which The New York Times called “the überforecast of every player’s performance.” With more than 50 Baseball Prospectus alumni currently working for major-league baseball teams, nearly every organization has sought the advice of current or former BP analysts, and readers of Baseball Prospectus 2020 will understand why!
Download or read book Becoming a Sports Agent written by Gary Rivlin and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revealing guide to a career as a sports agent written by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Gary Rivlin and based on the real-life experiences of several top agents—required reading for anyone considering this profession. Becoming a Sports Agent takes you behind the scenes to find out what it’s really like, and what it really takes, to become a sports agent. Bestselling and Pulitzer Prize–winning reporter Gary Rivlin shadows some of the best agents in sports to show how this dream job becomes reality. Behind every high-profile athlete—in football, baseball, basketball, and more—is an agent. Learn the ins and outs of scouting, contract negotiation, licensing, brand building, and more. Takeaway invaluable lessons as you follow the paths of top-tier agents, from legendary pioneers like Leigh Steinberg, who represents star quarterback Patrick Mahomes, to Don Yee, who represents Tom Brady, to Matt Sosnick, whose client list includes baseball rookie sensation Pete Alonso. Rivlin uncovers the realities of this cut-throat business, from discovering unknown talent to securing multi-million-dollar deals.