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4) Heroine
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"When a car crash sidelines Mickey just before softball season, she has to find a way to hold on to her spot as the catcher for a team expected to make a historic tournament run. Behind the plate is the only place she's ever felt comfortable, and the painkillers she's been prescribed can help her get there. The pills do more than take away pain; they make her feel good. With a new circle of friends--fellow injured athletes, others with just time...
6) Swing
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"Noah and his best friend Walt want to become cool, make the baseball team, and win over Sam, the girl Noah has loved for years. When Noah finds old love letters, Walt hatches a plan to woo Sam. But as Noah's love life and Walt's baseball career begin, the letters alter everything"--
7) MLB
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This title tells the story of Major League Baseball, from its beginnings more than a century ago to its status today as the home of America's pastime. Readers will learn about the league's greatest stars, coaches, and dynasties, as well as the most iconic ballparks and sport-rocking scandals. Features include infographics, a glossary, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential...
10) Baseball
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This title introduces readers to some of the most exciting moments in baseball history, such as Babe Ruth's "called shot," Jackie Robinson joining the Dodgers, and the ending of the Curse of the Bambino. Large, dynamic photos illustrate easy-to-read text, Xtreme Facts give additional information, and an Xtreme Challenge quiz shows what readers have learned.
12) Baseball
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Introduces the sport of baseball and provides information on how to prevent and treat the most common baseball injuries.
13) Forced out
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Zack Waddell learns that a new player has been made a starter for financial reasons.
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“Football is force and fanatics, basketball is beauty and bounce. Baseball is everything: action, grace, the seasons of our lives. George Vecsey’s book proves it, without wasting a word.”—Lee Eisenberg, author of The Number
In Baseball, one of the great bards of America’s Grand Old Game gives a rousing account of the sport, from its pre-Republic roots to the present day. George Vecsey...
In Baseball, one of the great bards of America’s Grand Old Game gives a rousing account of the sport, from its pre-Republic roots to the present day. George Vecsey...
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History was made in 1947, when Jackie Robinson broke the professional baseball race barrier to become the first African American MLB player of the modern era. 42 tells the life story of Robinson and his history-making signing with the Brooklyn Dodgers under the guidance of team executive Branch Rickey.
17) José Altuve
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This title focuses on José Altuve and gives information related to his early life, his time in the pros, and the legacy he leaves behind.
18) Aaron Judge
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"This title introduces readers to Aaron Judge, covering his early life, career, and life off the field. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary"--From the publisher's web site.
20) George Springer
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This title focuses on George Springer and gives information related to his early life, his time in the pros, and the legacy he leaves behind.