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- Type
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- Subjects
- Sports
- Special Attributes
- 1st Edition, Dust Jacket, Illustrated
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- 9780471763130
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- 9780471763130
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Wiley & Sons Canada, The Limited, John
ISBN-10
0471763136
ISBN-13
9780471763130
eBay Product ID (ePID)
50880192
Product Key Features
Book Title
50 Greatest Yankee Games
Number of Pages
278 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2006
Topic
Baseball / History, Baseball / General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
14.2 Oz
Item Length
9.3 in
Item Width
6.1 in
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Reviews
..."provides light enjoyment with the appearance of all the usual suspects: Ruth, Gehrig, DiMagio, Jackson, Jeter, and the rest." ("Library Journal, May 1, 2005) "Tan does a fine job choosing the most important contests from 100 seasons of Yankee baseball and recounting them in a gripping style . . . . developing entertaining, dramatic story lines." ("Publisher's Weekly), Tan, a baseball writer and die-hard New York Yankees fan, presents brief examinations of the 50 purportedly greatest games ever played by her team. The volume opens with the last-season game in October 1904, when 41-game winner Jack Chesbro flung a wild pitch, dashing New York's hopes of winning the American League pennant, and closes with Aaron Boone's walk-off homer against knuckleballer Tim Wakefield to defeat the Boston Red Sox in the 2003 American League Championship Series (ALCS). In between, Tan places Don Larsen's perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers in the 1956 World Series at the top of the Yankees's memorable contests, followed by game three of the 1932 fall classic when the Bambino supposedly belted the "called shot," and the single-game playoff for the 1978 pennant when Bucky Dent's roundtripper broke the hearts of the Red Sox nation. Given the astonishing collapse of the Yankees in the final four games of last year's ALCS, this work already seems in need of an update. Nonetheless, it provides light enjoyment, with the appearance of all the usual suspects: Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, Jackson, Jeter, and the rest. Recommended for general libraries.-- R.C. Cottrell, California State Univ., Chico ("Library Journal, May 1, 2005) "Tan does a fine job choosing the most important contests from 100 seasons of Yankee baseball and recounting them in a gripping style . . . . developing entertaining, dramatic story lines." ("Publisher's Weekly), "Tan, a baseball writer and die-hard New York Yankees fan, presents brief examinations of the 50 purportedly greatest games ever played by her team. The volume opens with the last-season game in October 1904, when 41-game winner Jack Chesbro flung a wild pitch, dashing New York's hopes of winning the American League pennant, and closes with Aaron Boone's walk-off homer against knuckleballer Tim Wakefield to defeat the Boston Red Sox in the 2003 American League Championship Series (ALCS). In between, Tan places Don Larsen's perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers in the 1956 World Series at the top of the Yankees's memorable contests, followed by game three of the 1932 fall classic when the Bambino supposedly belted the 'called shot,' and the single-game playoff for the 1978 pennant when Bucky Dent's roundtripper broke the hearts of the Red Sox nation. Given the astonishing collapse of the Yankees in the final four games of last year's ALCS, this work already seems in need of an update. Nonetheless, it provides light enjoyment, with the appearance of all the usual suspects: Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, Jackson, Jeter, and the rest. Recommended for general libraries." --R.C. Cottrell, California State Univ., Chico ( Library Journal , May 1, 2005) "Tan does a fine job choosing the most important contests from 100 seasons of Yankee baseball and recounting them in a gripping style . . . . developing entertaining, dramatic story lines." (-- Publisher's Weekly ), Tan, a baseball writer and die-hard New York Yankees fan, presents brief examinations of the 50 purportedly greatest games ever played by her team. The volume opens with the last-season game in October 1904, when 41-game winner Jack Chesbro flung a wild pitch, dashing New York's hopes of winning the American League pennant, and closes with Aaron Boone's walk-off homer against knuckleballer Tim Wakefield to defeat the Boston Red Sox in the 2003 American League Championship Series (ALCS). In between, Tan places Don Larsen's perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers in the 1956 World Series at the top of the Yankees's memorable contests, followed by game three of the 1932 fall classic when the Bambino supposedly belted the ""called shot,"" and the single-game playoff for the 1978 pennant when Bucky Dent's roundtripper broke the hearts of the Red Sox nation. Given the astonishing collapse of the Yankees in the final four games of last year's ALCS, this work already seems in need of an update. Nonetheless, it provides light enjoyment, with the appearance of all the usual suspects: Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, Jackson, Jeter, and the rest. Recommended for general libraries.-- R.C. Cottrell, California State Univ., Chico (""Library Journal, May 1, 2005) ""Tan does a fine job choosing the most important contests from 100 seasons of Yankee baseball and recounting them in a gripping style . . . . developing entertaining, dramatic story lines."" (""Publisher's Weekly)
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
796.357641
Table Of Content
Introduction.1 October 10, 1904: Boston at New York Throwing It All AwayIn which Happy Jack Chesbro pitches his team to the brink of a pennant.2 July 25, 1912: Chicago at New York A Yankee FirstIn which Bert Daniels and the Highlanders enter the record books.3 April 24, 1917: New York at Boston Like Barn DoorsIn which George Mogridge hurls the first Yankee no-hitter.4 July 6, 1920: New York at Washington Bombers AwayIn which the Yankees set a new record by tallying 14 runs in a single inning.5 October 5, 1921: New York at New York In the Company of GiantsIn which the Yankees play their first World Series game.6 September 4, 1923: New York at Philadelphia Philadelphia Un-AthleticIn which "Sad Sam" Jones shines.7 October 10, 1926: St. Louis at New York Crime Doesn't PayIn which Babe Ruth puts an odd finale on the Series.8 July 26, 1928, Game One: New York at Detroit Thrice He Routed All His FoesIn which Bob Meusel sets a new American League record.9 June 3, 1932: New York at Philadelphia The Hits Keep on ComingIn which the Iron Horse and Poosh 'Em Up Tony have memorable days.10 October 1,1932: New York at Chicago Two Balls in the Corner PocketIn which Babe Ruth performs the most debated gesture in sports history.11 August 1, 1937: St. Louis at New York Pride of the YankeesIn which Columbia Lou makes another mark in the record books.12 August 27, 1938: Cleveland at New York Nine Little IndiansIn which Monte Pearson notches a tenth consecutive win in style.13 July 19, 1940: Cleveland at New York The Neatest TrickIn which everything goes right for Buddy Rosar.14 September 8, 1940: New York at Boston Bombed in BostonIn which Joe Gordon has a perfect day at the plate.15 June 29, 1941: New York at Washington Clipping the SizzlerIn which Joe DiMaggio reaches one milestone on his way to another.16 October 5, 1941: New York at Brooklyn Making Out Just FineIn which Old Reliable figures out how to win a game after the final out.17 October 3, 1947: New York at Brooklyn Almost ImmortalIn which Floyd "Bill" Bevens needs one more out.18 May 20, 1948: New York at Chicago Jolt from the BlueIn which, 11 years later, Joe D. repeats a feat.19 October 2, 1949: Boston at New York To the WireIn which Boston needs to win only one of two for a pennant20 July 12, 1951: New York at Cleveland Hail to the ChiefIn which Allie Reynolds twirls a gem.21 September 28, 1951, Game One: Boston at New York Reynolds WrapIn which the Superchief does it again.22 October 7, 1952: New York at Brooklyn Top of the PopsIn which Billy the Kid snatches victory out of the air.23 October 4, 1955: Brooklyn at New York Dem BumsIn which the Wild Man tames the Dodgers, but the Yankees fail to score.24 October 8, 1956: Brooklyn at New York Imperfect ManIn which Don Larsen finds a ball in his shoe.25 July 23, 1957: Chicago at New York With Fireworks, TooIn which Mickey Mantle thrills all.26 October 13, 1960: New York at Pittsburgh Pittsburgh StealersIn which a team that was thoroughly dominated nevertheless emerges on top.27 September 20, 1961: New York at Baltimore Racing Ruth (and Frick)In which Roger Maris finds himself having the worst best season ever.28 October 8, 1961: New York at Cincinnati Rough Year for RuthIn which Whitey Ford breaks the Babe's favorite record.29 October 16, 1962: New York at Sa
Synopsis
"Cecilia Tan has written a Yankee Doodle Dandy of a book. The reader is taken through the dramatic ebb and flow of the 50 greatest Yankee games. We learn a lot about the team from the Bronx in this fact-filled, entertainingly written opus. Should be required reading for all fans of the New York Yankees." -- Harvey Frommer, author of A Yankee Century and The New York Yankee Encyclopedia Every Yankee fan has a memory they will never forget or a game they wish they had seen. Covering an entire century of New York Yankees baseball, The 50 Greatest Yankee Games brings together the best (and sometimes worst) moments experienced by the most successful sports franchise on the planet. You'll be there as: Babe Ruth performs the most debated gesture in sports history Joe DiMaggio reaches one milestone on his way to another "The Wild Man" tames the Dodgers, but the Bombers fail to score Bobby Murcer delivers the game-winning hit just hours after delivering the eulogy at Thurman Munson's funeral Dave Righetti throws his no-hitter against the Red Sox Don Mattingly shines, but Seattle savors the day Derek Jeter saves the game and the season with a "shovel pass" From the Yankees' first World Series to the pennant race that pitted Joe DiMaggio against Ted Williams to the Bucky Dent home run game, you'll have the best seat in the stadium as you experience all the excitement and drama. Featuring fascinating anecdotes and vintage photographs, The 50 Greatest Yankee Games is the perfect book for every Yankee fan and anyone who cherishes the game. "Tan does a fine job choosing the most important contests from 100 seasons of Yankee baseball and recounting them in a gripping style . . . developing entertaining, dramatic story lines." --Publisher's Weekly, ""Cecilia Tan has written a Yankee Doodle Dandy of a book. The reader is taken through the dramatic ebb and flow of the 50 greatest Yankee games. We learn a lot about the team from the Bronx in this fact-filled, entertainingly written opus. Should be required reading for all fans of the New York Yankees."" --Harvey Frommer, author of A Yankee Century and The New York Yankee Encyclopedia Every Yankee fan has a memory they will never forget or a game they wish they had seen. Covering an entire century of New York Yankees baseball, The 50 Greatest Yankee Games brings together the best (and sometimes worst) moments experienced by the most successful sports franchise on the planet. You'll be there as: * Babe Ruth performs the most debated gesture in sports history * Joe DiMaggio reaches one milestone on his way to another * ""The Wild Man"" tames the Dodgers, but the Bombers fail to score * Bobby Murcer delivers the game-winning hit just hours after delivering the eulogy at Thurman Munson's funeral * Dave Righetti throws his no-hitter against the Red Sox * Don Mattingly shines, but Seattle savors the day * Derek Jeter saves the game and the season with a ""shovel pass"" From the Yankees' first World Series to the pennant race that pitted Joe DiMaggio against Ted Williams to the Bucky Dent home run game, you'll have the best seat in the stadium as you experience all the excitement and drama. Featuring fascinating anecdotes and vintage photographs, The 50 Greatest Yankee Games is the perfect book for every Yankee fan and anyone who cherishes the game. ""Tan does a fine job choosing the most important contests from 100 seasons of Yankee baseball and recounting them in a gripping style . . . developing entertaining, dramatic story lines."" --Publisher's Weekly, Each year, the Yankees draw more than 3 million fans to Yankee Stadium, and millions more see them on the road and on TV. This unique book brings to life the 50 greatest Yankee games from 1904 to 2004. Fans can relive Babe Ruth' s " called shot, " the 1949 pennant race that pitted Joe DiMaggio against Ted Williams, the 1978 Bucky Dent home run game, and other celebrated contests. Featuring recollections of Yankee greats newly interviewed by the author- from Yogi Berra and Whitey Ford Reggie Jackson and Dwight Gooden- plus nearly two dozen vintage photographs, it' s the perfect gift for every Yankee fan. Cecilia Tan (Cambridge, MA) was born in New York City and is a lifelong Yankee fan, despite her current residence. She is the Yankees beat writer for Gotham Baseball Magazine and has written for Yankees magazine, Yankees Xtreme, and other baseball publications., "Cecilia Tan has written a Yankee Doodle Dandy of a book. The reader is taken through the dramatic ebb and flow of the 50 greatest Yankee games. We learn a lot about the team from the Bronx in this fact-filled, entertainingly written opus. Should be required reading for all fans of the New York Yankees."-Harvey Frommer, author of A Yankee Century and The New York Yankee EncyclopediaEvery Yankee fan has a memory they will never forget or a game they wish they had seen. Covering an entire century of New York Yankees baseball, The 50 Greatest Yankee Games brings together the best (and sometimes worst) moments experienced by the most successful sports franchise on the planet. You'll be there as:Babe Ruth performs the most debated gesture in sports historyJoe DiMaggio reaches one milestone on his way to another"The Wild Man" tames the Dodgers, but the Bombers fail to scoreBobby Murcer delivers the game-winning hit just hours after delivering the eulogy at Thurman Munson's funeralDave Righetti throws his no-hitter against the Red SoxDon Mattingly shines, but Seattle savors the dayDerek Jeter saves the game and the season with a "shovel pass"From the Yankees' first World Series to the pennant race that pitted Joe DiMaggio against Ted Williams to the Bucky Dent home run game, you'll have the best seat in the stadium as you experience all the excitement and drama. Featuring fascinating anecdotes and vintage photographs, The 50 Greatest Yankee Games is the perfect book for every Yankee fan and anyone who cherishes the game."Tan does a fine job choosing the most important contests from 100 seasons of Yankee baseball and recounting them in a gripping style . . . developing entertaining, dramatic story lines."-Publisher's Weekly, "Entertaining, dramatic. . . . Tan does a fine job of choosing the most important contests from 100 seasons of Yankee baseball and recounting them in a gripping style. "- Publishers Weekly Each year, the Yankees draw more than 3 million fans to Yankee Stadium, and millions more see them on the road and on TV.
LC Classification Number
PS3570.A483T36 2006
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