National League star Grover Cleveland Alexander got there with a pitch that took considerably longer to reach the plate ; but when it did arrive , the pitch was exactly where Alexander wanted it to beand the last place the batter ...
There is no doubt that for most fans, Barry Bonds is a man of mystery. Author Steven Travers documents the superstar's 2001 campaign as Bonds defied the very bounds of conventional logic and perfected the art of long-ball hitting.
Barry was absolutely in awe the day he faced alltime great pitcher Nolan Ryan . Barry was so overwhelmed he struck out three times in a row , on three pitches every time . One - two - three . One - two - three . One - two - three .
It marked the end of Bonds ' boycott of the magazine that began after the infamous “ I'm Barry Bonds and You're Not ” piece in 1993. Although much more sympathetically written , the profile by Jeff Pearlman might have been even more ...
A short look at the life of the baseball star.
These biographies of today's most famous athletes tell of the athletes' triumphs on the field, but also of their most difficult challenges and their often humble beginnings.
He holds the record for most home runs in a season and is baseball's only four-time MVP. This book explores Bonds' early influences, his struggle to get along with teammates, and the impact he has had on the game.
Looks at the personal life and career of baseball player Barry Bonds who, in 2001, broke more records than any other player in professional baseball.
Presents a biography of the power hitter for the San Francisco Giants who broke Mark McGwire's single-season home run record in 2001.
A biography of baseball superstar Barry Bonds.
Relates the baseball career of this San Francisco Giant who had been with the Pittsburgh Pirates and who was three times named the National League's Most Valuable Player.
Barry Bonds: Baseball's Superman