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Presents short rhymes about numbers from one through 100 related to the sport of baseball.

"Going to a baseball game? Don't expect the teams to care about a rookie's first home run. But do watch for Bryce Harper's bat tapping ritual each time he's up for bat. But first, slide into the ins and outs of good fun and good luck in baseball. With engaging text and striking photos, this book will delight young sports fan with some of the best and weirdest practices on the field and in the stands"-- Publisher's website.

Offers facts about the American pastime, including such topics as stadium size, batting basics, and women in baseball.

As America's pastime since the mid-1800s, baseball offers the sights, sounds, and even smells that are deeply entrenched in our culture. But for some, the experience can be less sensory. Some, such as Ryan Spaeder and Kevin Reavy, live for baseball statistics. Stats give the game historical context and measurable for past, present, and predictive analysis. Incredible Baseball Stats, newly updated, helps tell unique baseball stories, showcasing extraordinary...

"Boston Globe" columnist Dan Shaughnessy chronicles his son Sam's senior year of high school and makes comparisons to his own school career, focusing on the baseball season during which Sam, a power hitter, attracted the attention of Division 1 college programs.

"A unique and refreshing ode to the "little things" that represent baseball's heartbeat--the player who, in countless ways, makes other players better. Intangiball tracks the progress of the Cincinnati Reds through five years of culture change, beginning with the trades of decorated veterans Adam Dunn and Ken Griffey, Jr. It also draws liberally from such character-conscious clubs as the Atlanta Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, San Francisco Giants, New...

"From actor and die-hard baseball fan Patrick Renna comes practical advice full of wit and humor about baseball (and life)--complete with a customizable dedication page for a very special slugger. With dozens of 'unwritten' rules about baseball and the game of life, this is a must-have for any fan of America's favorite pastime"-- Provided by publisher.

The Hollywood star--and one of the most popular bloggers on Major League Baseball's Web site--brings an intelligent, witty, and fresh perspective on why baseball is and always will be America's premier game.

"Pitchers can influence games more than any other player on the field. Read about the stats and championship moments of baseball's greatest pitchers. Then use what you learned to create your own top-10 list!"-- Provided by publisher.

This title takes a look at some of the greatest moments in baseball history! It highlights the origin of the sport, the miracles that have happened on the field throughout the decades, and the impact they left on the game. This hi-lo title is complete with thrilling and colorful photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO....