Describes the evolution of baseball from early bat and ball games to its growth and acceptance in different regions of the... Læs mere
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Details the rich history of the Pacific Coast League - the West Coast's ""major league"" - concentrating on the 1920s when the league was at hits peak. It includes the first-ever listing of all players in the PCL during the 1920s.
The nicknames for over 3,600 players, umpires, managers, owners, broadcasters, writers, executives, other officials, and fans are included in this... Læs mere
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Provides a history of the players and events that make up the rich tradition of Latin American baseball and gives a unique insight to this long-neglected area of baseball.
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