The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Phillies History

The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Phillies History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 389
Release: 2022-04-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 149306696X

In The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Phillies History, sports historian Robert W. Cohen ranks the top 50 players ever to perform for one of Major League Baseball's most iconic and historic franchises. This work includes quotes from the subjects themselves and former teammates, photos, recaps of memorable performances, as well as a statistical summary of each player's career with the Phillies. The team's best are profiled here in what is sure to be a much discussed book among the Phillies' broad fan base. An added bonus is the "honorable mentions," the next 25 players who have contributed to the Phillies' astounding run as one of America's great sports teams.

The 50 Greatest Players in Cincinnati Reds History

The 50 Greatest Players in Cincinnati Reds History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2025-03-04
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493085921

In The 50 Greatest Players in Cincinnati Reds History, sports historian Robert W. Cohen examines the careers of the fifty men who made the greatest impact on one of Major League Baseball's oldest and most iconic franchises. Biographical, anecdotal, and statistical information about each player are provided along the way, as are quotes from opposing players and former teammates and summaries of each player's greatest season, most memorable performances, and most notable achievements. Special features include photos of the fifty players and a list of twenty-five honorable mentions.

The 50 Greatest Players in Cincinnati Bengals History

The 50 Greatest Players in Cincinnati Bengals History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2024-10-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493079166

The 50 Greatest Players in Cincinnati Bengals History examines the careers of the 50 men who made the greatest impact on one of the National Football League's most dynamic franchises. Using as measuring sticks the degree to which they impacted the fortunes of the team, the extent to which they added to the Bengals legacy, and the levels of statistical compilation and overall dominance they attained while wearing a Bengals uniform, The 50 Greatest Players in Cincinnati Bengals History ranks, from 1 to 50, the top 50 players in team history. Quotes from opposing players and former teammates are provided along the way, as are summaries of each player’s greatest season, most memorable performances, and most notable achievements.

The 50 Greatest Players in Boston Celtics History

The 50 Greatest Players in Boston Celtics History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2023-10-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 149307766X

One of professional basketball's most iconic franchises, the Boston Celtics—along with the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots, both of whom have been the subject of "50 Greatest" treatments by sports historian Robert W. Cohen—represent a multistate region rather than just a city or state. Many of the sport's very best have played for the Celtics, including Bill Russell, Bob Cousy, John Havlicek, Larry Bird, Kevin McHale, and Paul Pierce. But who is the greatest of them all? In The 50 Greatest Players in Boston Celtics History, Cohen attempts to determine just that. Using as measuring sticks the degree to which these players impacted the fortunes of the team, the extent to which they added to the Celtics legacy, and the levels of statistical compilation and overall dominance they attained while wearing a Celtics uniform, this book ranks, from 1 to 50, the top 50 players in team history. Quotes from opposing players and former teammates are provided along the way, as are summaries of each player’s greatest season, most memorable performances, and most notable achievements.

The 50 Greatest Players in Buffalo Bills History

The 50 Greatest Players in Buffalo Bills History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 357
Release: 2023-09-08
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493071203

The 50 Greatest Players in Buffalo Bills History examines the careers of the 50 men who have made the greatest impact on one of the National Football League’s most iconic franchises. Using as measuring sticks the degree to which they impacted the fortunes of the team, the extent to which they added to the Buffalo Bills legacy, and the levels of statistical compilation and overall dominance they attained while wearing a Buffalo Bills uniform, this book ranks, from 1 to 50, the top 50 players in team history. Quotes from opposing players and former teammates are provided along the way, as are summaries of each player’s greatest season, most memorable performances, and most notable achievements.

The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Eagles History

The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Eagles History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2019-08-26
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493038206

The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Eagles History examines the careers of the 50 men who made the greatest impact on one of the NFL's most iconic and successful franchises. The author ranks, from 1 to 50, the top 50 players in team history. Quotes from opposing players and former teammates are provided along the way, as are summaries of each player's greatest season, most memorable performances, and most notable achievements.

The 50 Greatest Players in New York Yankees History

The 50 Greatest Players in New York Yankees History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2012
Genre: History
ISBN: 0810883937

This book carefully examines the careers of the 50 men who made the greatest impact on one of the most successful franchises in the history of professional sports. Features of The 50 Greatest Players in New York Yankees History include quotes from opposing players and former teammates, summaries of each player s best season, recaps of their most memorable performances, and listings of their notable achievements.

The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Eagles History

The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Eagles History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Lyons Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-09
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781493071173

The 50 Greatest Players in Philadelphia Eagles History examines the careers of the 50 men who made the greatest impact on one of the NFL's most iconic and successful franchises. The author ranks, from 1 to 50, the top 50 players in team history. Quotes from opposing players and former teammates are provided along the way, as are summaries of each player's greatest season, most memorable performances, and most notable achievements.

The 50 Greatest Players in Boston Red Sox History

The 50 Greatest Players in Boston Red Sox History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2018-05-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1608936171

The Boston Red Sox are one of the most iconic teams in all of professional sports, representing not just a city or a state, but an entire region--they're New England's sole entry into MLB. Baseball immortals Tris Speaker and Babe Ruth wore a Red Sox uniform early in their careers, and many other great players, including Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski, Jim Rice, Wade Boggs, and Pedro Martinez have played for New England's beloved ball club. Sports historian Robert W. Cohen has chosen the 50 best ever to play for the Sox and profiles their exploits. Chances are you'll find your favorite player here.

The 50 Greatest Players in St. Louis Cardinals History

The 50 Greatest Players in St. Louis Cardinals History
Author: Robert W. Cohen
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 388
Release: 2013-08-22
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0810892162

The St. Louis Cardinals are perhaps the most popular and successful franchise in National League history, having won more world championships than any other club in the league. Baseball greats such as Stan Musial, Rogers Hornsby, and Albert Pujols have all worn the Cardinals uniform. But which Cardinals are the finest in franchise history? Examining every player who has donned the Redbird uniform since 1892, Robert W. Cohen ranks the best of the best in The 50 Greatest Players in St. Louis Cardinals History. This book carefully studies the careers of the players who made the greatest impact while playing for the St. Louis Cardinals. The ranking was determined based on such factors as the extent to which each player added to the Cardinals legacy, the degree to which he impacted the fortunes of his team, and the level of dominance he attained while wearing the Redbird uniform. Features of The 50 Greatest Players in St. Louis Cardinals History include: Each player’s notable achievements Recaps of the player’s most memorable performances Summaries of each player’s best season Quotes from opposing players and former teammates Including players such as Bob Gibson, Ozzie Smith, Lou Brock, and Mark McGwire, this book is sure to fuel debate among Cardinals fans. A fascinating collection of bios, stats, recaps, quotes, and more, The 50 Greatest Players in St. Louis Cardinals History is a must-read not only for die-hard Cardinals fans, but for all fans of baseball.