The Cleveland Indians are one of baseball's most vibrant and beloved franchises, and everything you need to know about them is in Indians Essential: the clutch hitters, the dominating pitchers, and the memorable flakes. Looking for a handy reference for milestones in Indians history? They're all in here, as are the greatest moments and biggest disappointments, the biggest goats and heroes, and all the personalities that make the Indians such an endearing and captivating club. You'll read about Hall of Fame legends Nap Lajoie and Tris Speaker, World Series champions Larry Doby and Bob Feller, and today's superstars Grady Sizemore and Travis Hafner. But that's only the beginning of what you'll learn in this fun, fact-filled compilation of Indians history.
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"In Indians Essential, Mary Schmitt Boyer has covered all the bases of Indians baseball--from the 1869 Cleveland Forest Citys to the present Cleveland Indians. Mary will take you on a journey that includes the thrill of the 1920 and 1948 World Series champions to the heartbreak losses in the 1954, 1995, and 1997 World Series. Relive the historical exploits of Larry Doby and Frank Robinson, as well as the beloved careers of Bob Feller, Al Rosen, and Rocky Colavito." --from the foreword by Indians broadcaster Tom Hamilton
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From the reign of Nap Lajoie at the start of the 20th century to Larry Doby's historic debut and the 1948 World Series, to the Jacobs Field era that began in 1994, the Cleveland Indians have proved to be one of the most storied franchises in sports. Everything any real fan could ever want to know about this beloved ballclub is in Indians Essential. This fun, fact-filled reference guide tells the complete story of one of baseball's oldest and most cherished teams.
Cleveland's baseball roots go as far back as 1869, and in the century and a half since, Indians fans have witnessed some of the greatest players, managers, and moments in baseball. The legendary Cy Young began his career in Cleveland, amassing 34-, 35-, and 36-win seasons in his nine years on the club before the turn of the century. Hall of Famer Nap Lajoie carried the team into the 1900s. Larry Doby integrated the team in 1948, arriving in the big leagues a year after Jackie Robinson and so becoming the first black player in the American League. Lou Boudreau and Tris Speaker are among the other celebrated names that dot the all-time roster, and Bob Feller may just be the most revered Cleveland Indian of them all. These great Indians players are honored in this book, as are the stars from today's era, such as Jim Thome, Travis Hafner, and Grady Sizemore. Indians Essential will take readers on a magical journey from old National League Park to the historic Municipal Stadium and into the 21st century and Jacobs Field, where a revitalized franchise has now settled in, to the delight of a new generation of fans. Whether you are an old-school Indians fan looking to relive great memories of the past or a more casual observer simply looking to upgrade your knowledge, this book will satisfy your needs through countless anecdotes and insiders' stories; scores of trivia, lists, and statistics; and dozens of photographs.
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Great book in small amount of space. Very handy reference book for any Cleveland Indians fan. Many facts and interesting stories at your fingertips.
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