MLB /By Marty Gitlin ; Content Consultant, Stew Thornley, Sports Historian, Official Scorer, Minnesota Twins.

Gitlin, Marty,

MLB /By Marty Gitlin ; Content Consultant, Stew Thornley, Sports Historian, Official Scorer, Minnesota Twins. Major League Baseball - 1 online resource (112 pages). - Professional sports leagues .

Includes bibliographies and index.

The shot heard 'round the world -- Dead ball, live ball, and the Sultan of Swat -- From the Forties to free agency -- Creating the modern game -- Down on the farm -- Rivalries and awards -- The season structure -- Strikes, scandals, and steroids -- The places they have played.

"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"



9781532192067 9781532178863

2021694058


Major League Baseball (Organization)--Juvenile literature.


Baseball--History--United States--Juvenile literature.
Sports franchises--Juvenile literature.


Electronic Books.

GV875 / .M53 2021