Sammy Sosa in 9 Innings

Sammy Sosa in 9 Innings
Author: J. C. Malone
Publisher:
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2004-09
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780967170510

A biography of the Chicago Cubs outfielder who in 1998, along with Mark McGuire, broke the home run record previously set by Roger Maris.

Sammy Sosa

Sammy Sosa
Author: Arlene Bourgeois Molzahn
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2001-09
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780736891837

Presents the life and baseball career of Sammy Sosa, the Dominican-born slugger who, along with Mark McGwire, in 1998 broke the long-standing record of most home runs hit in a season.

Northsiders

Northsiders
Author: Gerald C. Wood
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2008-08-21
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0786436239

This collection of 19 essays examine the role of baseball's Cubs in the history and politics of Chicago. They focus on topics such as the rise of a nationwide fan base through the long reach of superstation WGN; the local uses and views of icons Ernie Banks, Ron Santo, and Ryne Sandberg; historical divides along lines of race (on the field) and class (in the stands); Wrigley Field as a public space both sacred and cursed; the importance of local and nationwide media coverage; and the Cubs' impact on Chicago music and literature.

Sammy Sosa

Sammy Sosa
Author: John Morrison
Publisher: Infobase Learning
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2013
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1438146353

Presents the life and baseball career of the Dominican-born slugger who, in 1998, broke the long-standing record of most home runs hit in a season.

Sammy Sosa

Sammy Sosa
Author: Sammy Sosa
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2008-12-21
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0446555363

El libro es una autobiograffa de uno de los jugadores mßs exitosos de bTisbol de AmTrica. La historia apunta a todas las cosas mßs importantes de la vida de este personaje, que si bien no fue acomodada, gracias a su empe±o y perseverancia, ha logrado tener Txitos que le han permitido mejorar su calidad de vida y a la vez darse a conocer por la actividad que practica con tanta dedicaci=n. A pesar de enfrentar la muerte de su padre, Sammy Sosa, tuvo que trabajar duro para ayudar en el hogar, y ademßs de responder con los estudios. En esa Tpoca, le regalan su primer guante de bTisbol con el que comienza a incursionar en este deporte que lo llevarß a la gloria. Con un lenguaje muy simple pero lleno de sentimiento, la historia de este hombre nos ense±arß que el trabajo duro puede dar hermosos frutos.

The Single-Season Home Run Kings

The Single-Season Home Run Kings
Author: William F. McNeil
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 263
Release: 2015-10-03
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0786481285

After Babe Ruth erased Buck Freeman's record in 1919, the new mark stood for 34 years before Maris bettered it, defying as he did an incredulous sporting public. And just as fans' anger grew old and Maris was grudgingly credited--or discredited--with an unrepeatable hot streak, along came Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa, two goliaths who in 1998 and the years just after proved fans wrong again. But when in 2001, only three years after McGwire seemed to put the record beyond reach, Barry Bonds topped him by three. This time fans were staunch in their disbelief, and while many celebrated Bonds' achievement, others questioned its significance. This revised edition of Bill McNeil's Ruth, Maris, McGwire, and Sosa ("libraries especially will want this"--Library Journal) reviews the careers of each home run titan, with special attention to the record-breaking seasons. The cultural and social changes that may have affected both the players' season totals and fan reception are also considered.

Home Run!

Home Run!
Author: Associated Press
Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC
Total Pages: 152
Release: 1998-12
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781582610269

Home Run: The Year the Records Fell chronicles the record-setting home run chase of 1998 and features every home run by Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa. This attractive hardcover book is filled with interesting sidebars and loaded with color graphics and pictures. Some highlights include features on Ruth and Maris, McGwire's son Matt, Sosa's 20-homer month in June, statistics, notes, quotes, the All-Star Game home run contest, plus much more.

Chronology of Latin Americans in Baseball, 1871-2015

Chronology of Latin Americans in Baseball, 1871-2015
Author: Lou Hernández
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2016-07-13
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1476622361

This combination reference book and history covers the inroads and achievements made on professional ball fields by Latin American athletes, the Major Leagues' greatest international majority. Following an "on this date in Hispanic baseball history" format, the author takes a commemorative look at generations of players from Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America, from the earliest pioneers through the well-known stars of today. There are two appendices: first Latinos by franchise; and an extensive chronological listing of Latino milestones by country. The book is fully indexed by players, teams, ballparks, and other contributors to Latino baseball history.

Latino History and Culture

Latino History and Culture
Author: David J. Leonard
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 1484
Release: 2015-03-17
Genre: History
ISBN: 1317466454

Latinos are the fastest growing population in America today. This two-volume encyclopedia traces the history of Latinos in the United States from colonial times to the present, focusing on their impact on the nation in its historical development and current culture. "Latino History and Culture" covers the myriad ethnic groups that make up the Latino population. It explores issues such as labor, legal and illegal immigration, traditional and immigrant culture, health, education, political activism, art, literature, and family, as well as historical events and developments. A-Z entries cover eras, individuals, organizations and institutions, critical events in U.S. history and the impact of the Latino population, communities and ethnic groups, and key cities and regions. Each entry includes cross references and bibliographic citations, and a comprehensive index and illustrations augment the text.

History of the Chicago Cubs 1984-2023

History of the Chicago Cubs 1984-2023
Author: Brian Aldridge
Publisher: Classic Sports Journal
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2023-11-24
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

At the start of the 1984 season, the Cubs culture, both inside Wrigley and out, began changing in a positive way - thanks in part to GM Dallas Green. The former Phillies manager assembled a playoff team - many of whom were not on the roster 3 years earlier. With Harry Caray at the mic, familiar names like Ryne Sandberg, Rick Sutcliffe, Steve Trout, Lee Smith, Gary Matthews, Leon Durham, Jody Davis, and Bobby Dernier took the field. In true fashion, more heartache came at the hands of the San Diego Padres, but in years to come there was the Hawk, night games at Wrigley, Mad Dog Maddux, Slammin’ Sammy Sosa, and a tall, 20-year old rookie pitcher from Texas who pitched a game for the ages in only his 5th start. Several years later came a new GM, a new coach, and a long, long-awaited World Series trophy. § Yearly Standings, including a comparison with those placing 1st in Batting, Pitching, and Fielding. § Top pitchers, top hitters, a list of rookies, and those obtained in a trade. § Club news and dozens of noteworthy games (the winning or losing pitcher and batting stars) § League news, listing of other league games, and year-end awards.