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Books - Team Histories

The books on this page are all dedicated to the histories of some of baseball's most amazing teams.


Bleeding Pinstripes, by Filip Bondy

The story of the 2004 New York Yankees season from the perspective of the Bleacher Creatures in Section 39 at Yankee Stadium.
Hardcover. 223 pages.
#1219 $24.95


Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions

Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series Champions Relive the Red Sox championship season with this book of photographs and articles from the Boston Herald. Includes box scores for each of the ALDS games against the Los Angeles Angels, the ALCS games against the Cleveland Indians, and the World Series games against the Colorado Rockies. 66 color photographs.
Hardcover. 128 pages.
#1750 $19.95


Cardinals Essential, by by David Claerbaut

From Hornsby's Triple Crowns in the twenties to Pujols' 2005 MVP award, everything you ever wanted to know about the Cardinals is included in this handy reference. There's trivia, Top 10 lists, and much more. A fun, fact-filled guide that tells the complete story of this beloved ballclub.
Hardcover. 188 pages.
#1431 $19.95


The Complete Boston Red Sox (Revised)

An encyclopedia of the Red Sox through the 2003 season, including career stats on every player who ever wore a Red Sox uniform, biographies of the 100 greatest Red Sox of all time, the best and worst trades in history, and more.
Hardcover. 632 pages.
#1102 $24.95
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Crowning the Kansas City Royals

Author Jeffrey Spivak revisits the 1985 World Series, when the Royals rallied from a 3-1 deficit in games to beat the cross-state Cardinals. The book journeys through the anguish and ecstasy of all seven games, with tales of resiliency and redemption about such players as George Brett, Frank White, Willie Wilson, Bret Saberhagen, and Buddy Biancalana.
Hardcover. 191 pages.
#1281 $19.95


Cubs, by by Joe Hoppel and Joe Distelheim

A special commemorative book celebrating one of baseballŐs most loved franchises, the Chicago Cubs. All of the team's greatest players, games, moments and performances are documented through colorful historic photos and expert commentary. Includes a history of beautiful Wrigley Field as well as more than 140 profiles of favorite Cubs players and personalities and highlights of every Cubs season through 2004.
Hardcover. 223 pages.
#1206 $24.95
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Few and Chosen, by Johnny Pesky with Phil Pepe

Former Red Sox great Pesky rates the top five Boston players at each position as well as the five greatest managers. His compilation brings back cherished Fenway memories and is a testament to the rich tradition of one of the most storied franchises in all of sports.
Hardcover. 165 pages.
#1054 $27.95


The Gashouse Gang, by John Heidenry

The 1934 St. Louis Cardinals were filled with larger-than-life personalities including Branch Rickey, Leo Durocher, Pepper Martin, Frankie Frisch, Joe Medwick, and especially the eccentric good ol' boy Dizzy Dean and his brother Paul. This is the story of the improbable rise and short-lived reign of the Gashouse Gang, their outsized antics and lasting accomplishments on and off the field.
291 pages. Hardcover.
#1649 $24.95


The Giants Win the Pennant!, by Bobby Thomson

Thomson tells the story of the amazing 1951 baseball season and his "shot heard 'round the world" which won the pennant for the New York Giants. 16 pages of photos.
Paperback. 289 pages.
#1092 $14.95
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Illustrated History of the Dodgers

Relive the momentous games and memorable moments in the Dodgers' remarkable history, from the team's early days in Brooklyn through the 2004 season. Focusing on the team's years in Los Angeles, the book includes in-depth profiles of such legends as Koufax, O'Malley, Robinson, Garvey, Gibson, Lasorda, Alston, and many others.
Hardcover. 289 pages.
#1279 $29.95
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The Last Good Season, by Michael Shapiro

The 1956 Brooklyn Dodgers featured such immortals as Jackie Robinson, Pee Wee Reese, Duke Snider, Gil Hodges, and Roy Campanella. This is the dramatic story of their last pennant and the forces that led to their heartbreaking departure to Los Angeles.
Hardcover. 342 pages.
#879 $24.95
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October Men, by Roger Kahn

The 1978 New York Yankees capped an amazing comeback by beating the Boston Red Sox in an AL East playoff game. One of baseball's greatest writers tells the story of Billy Martin, George Steinbrenner, Reggie Jackson, Bucky Dent and others.
Hardcover. 370 pages.
#878 $24.95


Oriole Magic: The O's of '83, by Thom Loverro

Led by Ripken, Murray, Boddicker, and McGregor, the Orioles captured their first world championship in 13 years. The inside story of the Orioles' journey.
Hardcover. 224 pages.
#1056 $24.95
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Phillies Essential, by by Rich Westcott

From the Whiz Kids to the Wheeze Kids, everything you ever wanted to know about the Phillies is included in this handy reference. There's trivia, Top 10 lists, and much more, all contained in the compelling story of one of baseball's most entertaining franchises.
Hardcover. 213 pages.
#1433 $19.95


Red Sox Essential , by by Jim Prime

Through stories and anecdotes, trivia and stats, this handy reference guide will rekindle memories from the early days of Fenway Park. Everything you should know about the Bosox is included, the greatest hitters and pitchers, the greatest moments and biggest disappointments, and the personalities that make the Red Sox such an endearing and captivating team.
Hardcover. 195 pages.
#1432 $19.95


Red Sox vs. Yankees: The Great Rivalry, by Harvey Frommer and Frederic Frommer

Filled with facts, stories, oddities, stats and lists this lavish coffee table book has more than 100 photos. Features chapters on the 2003 playoffs, the 1978 season, Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams, Yankee Stadium and Fenway Park and other topics.
Hardcover. 247 pages.
#1149 $24.95


Red Sox: Where Have You Gone?, by Steve Buckley

Catch up with 50 former Red Sox players, re-living their glory days and their post-playing careers. Bosox featured include Fred Lynn, Mike Andrews, Sam Horn, Dick Radatz, Billy Rohr, and Jim Lonborg.
Hardcover. 222 pages.
#1224 $19.95


Rico Petrocelli's Tales from the Impossible Dream Red Sox

In 1967, the Red Sox thrilled New EnglandŐs baseball fans by winning the pennant, the only team ever to rise from ninth place to league champion. Petrocelli, Boston's 24-year-old shortstop on that "Impossible Dream" team, recaptures the thrills of that season through his unique anecdotes.
Hardcover. 208 pages.
#1659 $19.95


Ron Kittle's Tales from the White Sox Dugout

Kittle shares his memories from the 1983 season, when he belted 35 homers and helped Chicago win the AL West. He shares insights and stories about manager Tony La Russa, catcher Carlton Fisk, outfield Harold Baines, Cy Young winner LaMarr Hoyt and others.
Hardcover. 184 pages.
#1222 $19.95


Tales from the 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates, by John McCollister

They were led by Willie "Pops" Stargell and "We Are Fam-a-Lee" was their theme song. The stories in this book will bring back fond memories of the 1979 Bucs, who won 25 games in their final at bat and went on to beat the Orioles in the World Series.
Hardcover. 176 pages.
#1225 $19.95


Tales From the Detroit Tigers Dugout, by Jack Ebling

The Detroit Tigers have had their share of champions and more than their fair allotment of heroes. From Cobb to Cochrane, Gehringer to Greenberg, and Heilman to Harwell, the past is glorious. This book covers the team's 106-year history through the 2006 pennant-winning season and is sure to delight any Tiger fan.
Hardcover. 179 pages.
#1660 $19.95


Tales from the Diamondback Dugout, by Bob Page

A collection of stories about the Arizona Diamondbacks, who stunned the New York Yankees to win the 2001 world title in only their fourth season.
Hardcover. 181 pages.
#460 $19.95


Tales from the Dodgers Dugout

Outfielder Rick Monday recounts the story of the remarkable 1981 season that included three October comebacks that gave the Dodgers the chance to beat the Yankees in the World Series. Monday's personal recollections and conversations with teammates Cey, Garvey, Baker, Scioscia and manager Lasorda give a rare insight into the team of characters.
179 pages, hardcover.
#1509 $19.95
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Tales from the Mets Dugout

From the earliest days in 1962 through the modern era, Tales from the Mets Dugout offers a wide range of stories that capture the many moods of an ever-changing franchise. Written by veteran baseball author Bruce Markusen, the book relives some of the favorite moments in Mets history while also telling an array of little-known stories about the players and personalities that have comprised the beloved National League franchise.
Paperback. 185 pages.
#1767 $15.95


Tales from the Orioles Dugout, by Louis Berney

Thirty-six former players--from Billy O'Dell to Cal Ripken Jr.-- share their stories in this anecdotal history of five decades of Oriole baseball.
Hardcover. 202 pages.
#1088 $19.95


Tales from the Reds Dugout

Tom Browning shares his pitching career memories including his 1988 perfect game and the Reds' sweep of the Oakland A's in the 1990 World Series. Why did Marge Schott slap him on the way to the White House? How did he feel about the lifetime suspension of his manager and friend Pete Rose? Here's the inside story.
179 pages, hardcover.
#1508 $19.95
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Three Nights in August, by Buzz Bissinger

An account of the three-game series between the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals through the eyes of legendary manager Tony La Russa. Drawing on unmatched access to a manager and his team, the book shows that human nature--not statistics--can often dictate the outcome of a ballgame.
Hardcover. 272 pages.
#1255 $24.95
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Through a Blue Lens, by Dennis D'Agostino and Bonnie Crosby

Subtitled "The Brooklyn Dodgers Photographs of Barney Stein, 1937-1957", this beautiful volume is as close to a family album for the Brooklyn Dodgers as we're going to see. Barney Stein was the official team photographer for the Dodgers. Through his photos we see an intimate portrait of the Dodgers organization in their legendary years before moving to Los Angeles. The photos shed insight on virtually every aspect of team life. For Dodger fans and baseball history buffs alike, you can't miss with this book.
Hardcover, 162 pages.
#1658 $27.95


Tommy Davis' Tales from the Dodgers Dugout

Davis shares entertaining anecdotes from his days with the Dodgers (1959 through 1966), a period when the Dodgers won three world titles and Davis captured two batting crowns.
Hardcover. 179 pages.
#1221 $19.95


Total Ballclubs: The Ultimate Book of Baseball Teams, by Donald Dewey and Nicholas Acocella

Authors Donald Dewey and Nicholas Acocella bring to life all 124 teams that have competed in the major leagues since 1871. With meticulous detail, the authors celebrate baseball history through the stories of its franchises. Rich narrative accounts, key statistics, and often-humorous anecdotes are complemented by almost 300 photographs.
Paperback. 654 pages.
#1227 $19.95
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Where Have All Our Cubs Gone?, by George Castle

The author seeks out former Chicago Cubs to find out what they've been doing since they left the Friendly Confines. Players interviewed include Ken Holtzman, Jim Hickman, George Altman, Dave Kingman, and Bill Buckner.
Hardcover. 344 pages.
#1226 $26.95


The Whiz Kids and the 1950 Pennant, by Robin Roberts and C. Paul Rogers III

The story of the 1950 Phillies as told by Hall-of-Famer Robin Roberts. The youngest major league team ever capped a Cinderella season by winning the pennant from the heavily favored Brooklyn Dodgers on the last day of the season.
Paperback. 288 pages. 30 black-and-white photographs.
#420 $18.95


Wrigley Field: A Celebration of the Friendly Confines

This lavishly illustrated volume brings to life and pays tribute to one of baseball's greatest ballparks. Filled with original pictures from the Cubs' official photographer, this revered park's story is gloriously depicted in picture and in word.
Hardcover. 232 pages.
#474 $34.95


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