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The Greatest Summer in Baseball History: How the ’73 Season Changed Us Forever

The Greatest Summer in Baseball History: How the ’73 Season Changed Us Forever


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The summer that changed baseball- A reissue of the awe-inspiring tale of Summer '73, the season that redefined baseball with new rules, big money, and a reckoning with race "The vivid story of a young Reggie Jackson on Charlie Finley's A's and the veteran Willie Mays on Yogi's Mets, both destined for the '73 series." -Library Journal A rousing chronicle of one of the most defining years in baseball history that changed the sport forever. In 1973, baseball was in crisis. The first strike in pro sports had soured fans, American League attendance had fallen, and America's team-the Yankees-had lost more games and money than ever. Yet that season, five of the game's greatest figures rescued the national pastime. Hank Aaron riveted the nation with his pursuit of Babe Ruth's landmark home run record in the face of racist threats. George Steinbrenner purchased the Yankees at a bargain basement price and began buying back their faded glory. The American League broke ranks with the National League and introduced the designated hitter, extending the careers of aging stars such as Orlando Cepeda. An elderly and ailing Willie Mays-the icon of an earlier generation-nearly helped the Mets pull off a miracle with the final hit of his career. Reggie Jackson, the MVP of a tense World Series, became the prototype of the modern superstar. The season itself provided plenty of drama served up by a colorful cast of characters. The Mets, managed by Yogi Berra, performed another near miracle, rising from last place in the National League East to win the division and take the A's to seven games in the World Series. Pete Rose edged Willie Stargell as the National League's MVP in a controversial vote. Hank Aaron chased Babe Ruth's landmark 714 record in the face of racial threats. Reggie Jackson, the World Series MVP, solidified his reputation as Mr. October. Willie Mays, arguably the best player of the '50s and '60s, hit the final home run of his career and retired, no longer able to keep pace with the younger players of the next generation. Future Hall of Famers Dave Winfield and George Brett played in their first major league games; Luis Aparicio and Mays played in their last. That one memorable summer changed baseball forever. "It's a season-ticket to one of the greatest years in baseball history. John Rosengren has given us one of the most enjoyable baseball books to come along in years." -Jonathan Eig, author of Luckiest Man- The Life and Death of Lou Gehrig and Opening Day- The Story of Jackie Robinson's First Season

About the Author :
JOHN ROSENGREN is a Pulitzer Prize nominee, author, and journalist whose works have appeared in hundreds of publications from Sports Illustrated to Readers Digest. A lifelong Twins fan, John lives in Minneapolis with his wife and their two children.

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"A wonderfully informative book that proves once again baseball reflects American culture more powerfully than any other sport. Indeed, John Rosengren's book shows that sports are not an escape from political and social reality but a magnification of it." -- Gerald Early, baseball historian and author "In this fine book John Rosengren presents the 1973 season as the pinnacle of the period between the expansion to divisional play and the revolution of free agency. In his telling, the story seems strangely modern, yet if it represents a new wave, it is that of "the new old." He will find ready and willing readers." -- John Thorn, official MLB historian and author of Baseball in the Garden of Eden "John Rosengren brings to life the personalities and events that made the 1973 season a memorable one. From the star players to the out-of-control owners, it's all here in Hammerin' Hank, George Almighty and the Say Hey Kid." -- Stew Thornley, author Baseball in Minnesota: The Definitive History "This isn't just a book, it's a season-ticket to one of the greatest years in baseball history. With a wonderful knack for capturing the spirit of the seventies and a crackling writing style, John Rosengren has given us one of the most enjoyable baseball books to come along in years." -- Jonathan Eig, author Luckiest Man: The Life and Death of Lou Gehrig and Opening Day: The Story of Jackie Robinson's First Season


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  • ISBN-13: 9781728271897
  • Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc
  • Publisher Imprint: Sourcebooks, Inc
  • Height: 203 mm
  • No of Pages: 448
  • Width: 133 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1728271894
  • Publisher Date: 01 May 2023
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Sub Title: How the ’73 Season Changed Us Forever


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