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by Kyle Garlett (Author), Patrick O'neal (Author)
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‘’We’ve all made bad decisions in games. . . . I hope their next book isn’t focused on coaches!’’ -- Wayne Gretzky --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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''We've all made bad decisions in games. . . . I hope their next book isn't focused on coaches!'' (Wayne Gretzky )

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  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Harper Paperbacks (May 13, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0061251372
  • ISBN-13: 978-0061251375
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.3 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #370,709 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great, well-written stories, June 22, 2007
I bought this book as an afterthought because I umpire high school baseball. As a sports fan, I have enjoyed each chapter on the different sports. The author sets up the blown call(s) very well to illustrate why the calls were magnified (e.g., playoffs, national championship implications, etc.), and with a good dose of humor. The selection of blown calls is subjective, and some may disagree with inclusions and/or exclusions. Regardless, this is an excellent book for any sports fan.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I Wish I Thought of This!!, May 9, 2007
By Tim Lake (Springfield, IL) - See all my reviews
Great idea for a book! I still get mad when I think about that call in the 1985 World Series that robbed my Cardinals. Thanks, guys, for digging up that pain. Seriously, this is a really good book. I recommend it for anyone who likes sports.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great!, May 10, 2007
Great read. . . Easy read. . . for even the casual sports fan like myself! Well-written.
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