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The Pittsburgh Crawfords were one of the Negro League's best and most exciting teams. At the heart of the line-up were five men who would go on to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame: Satchel Paige, one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history; Josh Gibson, a hitting catcher who rivaled Babe Ruth; Cool Papa Bell, one of the game's fastest runners; Oscar Charleston, perhaps one of the all-around best players; and Judy Johnson, a skilled third baseman. This work takes a close look at the lives and careers of these men and others who played for the Crawfords, all of whom together built one of the greatest teams ever to play the game. Also included are comparisons between the Crawfords and the 1927 "Murderer's Row" New York Yankees, the Negro National League standings (1933-1938), and statistics about the players and team records.

Athletic Development offers a rare opportunity to learn and apply a career full of knowledge from the best. World-renowned strength and conditioning coach Vern Gambetta condenses the wisdom he's gained through more than 40 years of experience of working with athletes across sports, age groups, and levels of competition, including members of the Chicago White Sox, New York Mets, and U.S. mens 1998 World Cup soccer team. The result is an information-packed, myth-busting explanation of the most effective methods and prescriptions in each facet of an athlete's physical preparation. Gambetta includes never-before-published and ready-to-use training approaches in sport-specific demands analysis, work capacity enhancements, movement skills development, long- and short-term training program progressions, and rest and regeneration techniques. Athletic Development explains what works, what doesnt, and why. Gambettas no-nonsense approach emphasizes results that pay off in the competitive season and reflect his work at the highest echelons of sport. Merging principles of anatomy, biomechanics, and exercise physiology with sports conditioning applications and four decades of professional practice, this is the definitive guide to performance-enhancing training.

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SquareTrade AP6.0 Franklin Player Classic Batting Gloves Youth Large RANKLIN SPORTS PLAYERS CLASSIC BATTING GLOVES YOUTH LARGE IN WHITE AND BLACK, AUTHENTIC MAJOR LEAGUE MATERIAL HAND SELECTED FULL GRAIN LEATHER DURABILITY AND A GREAT FIT.

When in 2000 the Baseball Writers Association of America elected the ever-durable Carlton Fisk to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, many fans quietly pointed to the Hall's omission of Fisk' greatest American League contemporary, Thurman Munson. And when in 2001 the writers honored Kirby Puckett, the Twins star forced to retire with glaucoma after a brilliant but brief 12-year career, the same fans began to raise their voices in support of Munson, another short-timer who was once the toast of his team's hometown. In a position that requires the strapping on of hot, awkward equipment and the torturous alternation of standing and squatting, most catchers struggle to maintain electrolytes, let alone a respectable batting average. It is, in fact, a position so demanding, that men deemed good ball-handlers or pitcher confidants might hang on in the big leagues for years despite their drag on a team's offensive production. Munson, like Fisk and National Leaguer Johnny Bench, was a tough-as-nails backstop, a Gold Glove winner, and the unquestioned leader of his team. Like Bench and Fisk, too, though to a lesser degree, Munson had home run power. But the Yankee captain was in, at least one respect, an even rarer breed of catcher-one who manages despite the physical and mental demands of his position to finish each year somewhere near the .300 mark. Munson, who ranked in the top 10 among A.L. hitters five of the nine full seasons he played, was widely considered one of his generation's great clutch hitters. When the star catcher died at age 32, he was still in his prime, and it seems clear to many that on August 2, 1979, misfortune denied Munson his place in Cooperstown. Outlived by his contemporaries, who went on to post more impressive career numbers, and now overshadowed by the accomplishments of catchers from the current batter-biased era, Munson's chances for recognition grow increasingly faint. But for all the praiseworthy things he did on the field in his short career, Thurman Munson accomplished as much in between the innings and games he labored through. And it might be his influence for which he's ultimately remembered. In this work, author Chris Devine pays special attention to Munson as teammate, friend, husband, and father.

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M-E-T-S Mets Mets Mets! Support your team by wearing this American Needle Mets Sports Scripter Snapback Hat.Product Features:Wool blend snapbackTeam visor and button contrast the crownlofted team name in script with the flat city name belowembroidered logo on the right sidegreen under visor and contrast team color snap closure

The stories of three of baseball?s greatest legends now available in a 3-pack. Mantle: The Definitive Story of Mickey Mantle The almost mythic career of Yankee slugger Mickey Mantle is the subject of this acclaimed HBO Sports documentary special. Over 18 seasons with the Bronx Bombers, despite constant nagging injuries, Mantle managed to hit 536 home runs, twice hitting more than 50 in a season. To this day, ?The Mick? remains the greatest switch-hitter in baseball history; however, behind his country charm and good looks there was his wayward lifestyle that harmed his marriage, his relationship with his four sons and ultimately his health. Where Have You Gone, Joe DiMaggio? A great ? and greatly loved ? baseball player, Joe DiMaggio is one of the few men to truly define the spirit of baseball and, in so doing, capture the hearts of a nation. His 56-game, record-breaking hitting streak; delivering the Yankees nine World Series championships; three time Most Valuable Player; and most eligible bachelor, married twice, the second time to screen goddess Marilyn Monroe; this is a lifetime of great glories, great tragedies, but always, great baseball. Babe Ruth ? The Life Behind the Legend He was a legend in his own time, and a legend for all time. He saved our national pastime from the disgrace which followed the 1919 ?Black Sox: scandal, and brought baseball back to the heartland of America. He was a generous and wild, playful and free-living, loving of children, charity and the game. He was a baseball player the world came to know as Babe Ruth.

A great color for a great city to cheer. About our Baseball Jersey: Our 100% cotton Baseball Jersey is a sporty hit with both men and women whether you're in the game or just looking the part in great run-around casual-wear. Choose red, blue or black sleeves. 6.1 oz. 100% heavyweight cotton. Standard f. Sports

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"Meet the Mets, meet the Mets, step right up and greet the Mets."New YorkMets: The Complete Illustrated History brings to life a half century of Mets baseball, from the lovable losers of the early years, through the championship teams of 1969 and 1986, up through the stars of today. Chock full of photos, memorabilia, and memories, New York Mets tells the complete story of the franchise, including season-by-season recaps, profiles of the great players and characters, and behind-the-scenes stories through the decades. Longtime Mets fan, author, and expert Matthew Silverman selects the Top 50 Mets players of all time, including current and future Hall of Famers Tom Seaver, Gary Carter, and Mike Piazza; superstar hurlers Jerry Koosman, Jon Matlack, Dwight Gooden, Ron Darling, and Johan Santana; powerful sluggers like Dave Kingman, Darryl Strawberry, and Carlos Beltran; slick-fielding glove-men Bud Harrelson, Keith Hernandez, and Jose Reyes; and fan favorites Ed Krane

This Wood fungo has a 2 1/4 inch barrel and is 36 inches in length. It is great for infield or Outfield practice. This bat is a light weight model.

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Cincinnati Reds water resistant watch. This Reds menâ?TMs sports watch features a stainless steel case back with a Nylon strap with a Velcro fastener, Japan quartz movement, and is water resistant up to 3ATM (99 ft.). Fits wrist size 7.25-8.25 inches.

Our 100% cotton Baseball Jersey is a sporty hit with both men and women whether you're in the game or just looking the part in great run-around casual-wear. Choose red, blue or black sleeves. 6.1 oz. 100% heavyweight cottonStandard f. About our Baseball Jersey: Our 100% cotton Baseball Jersey is a sporty hit with both men and women whether you're in the game or just looking the part in great run-around casual-wear. Choose red, blue or black sleeves. 6.1 oz. 100% heavyweight cotton. Standard f. Sports

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Practice hitting home runs with the Louisville Slugger(r) PLC271 TPX Youth Pro Lite wood baseball bat. This bat is flame treated and constructed with a a pro lite design to help improve your swing.

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This officially licensed team logo watch features a stainless steel back, an adjustable strap designed for young men and boys (maximum wrist size: 6''). This watch has quartz cccuracy and is shock resistant and water resistant. Available Colors: Arizona Diamondbacks/White, Atlanta Braves/White, Baltimore Orioles/White, Cincinnati Reds/White, Cleveland Indians/White, Colorado Rockies/White, Detroit Tigers/White, Houston Astros/White, Kansas City Royals/White, Milwaukee Brewers/White, Minnesota Twins/White, Oakland Athletics/White, Philadelphia Phillies/White, Pittsburgh Pirates/White, San Diego Padres/White, St. Louis Cardinals/White, Texas Rangers/White, Toronto Blue Jays/White, Washington Nationals/White, Seattle Seahawks/White, Arizona Diamondbacks/Black, Atlanta Braves/Black, Baltimore Orioles/Black, Boston Red Sox/Black, Boston Red Sox Logo/Black, Boston Red Sox Logo/White, Boston Red Sox/White, Chicago Cubs/Black, Chicago Cubs/White, Chicago White Sox/Black, Chicago White Sox/White, Cincinnati Reds/Black, Cleveland Indians/Black, Colorado Rockies/Black, Detroit Tigers/Black, Houston Astros/Black, Kansas City Royals/Black, Los Angeles Angels/Black, Los Angeles Angels/White, Los Angeles Dodgers/Black, Los Angeles Dodgers/White, Milwaukee Brewers/Black, Minnesota Twins/Black, New York Mets/Black, New York Mets/White, New York Yankees Pinstripe/Black, New York Yankees Pinstripe/White, New York Yankees Top Hat Logo/Black, New York Yankees Top Hat/White, Oakland Athletics/Black, Philadelphia Phillies/Black, Pittsburgh Pirates/Black, San Diego Padres/Black, San Francisco Giants/White, San Franscisco Giants/Black, Seattle Mariners/Black, St. Louis Cardinals/Black, Tampa Bay Rays/Black, Tampa Bay Rays/White, Texas Rangers/Black, Toronto Blue Jays/Black, Washington Nationals/Black.

The Pro Hitter's Workout DVD features pro Alex Rodriguez and Kevin Long, the hitting coach for the 2009 World Champion New York Yankees. In this sensational DVD, Long reveals techniques and strategies for becoming a successful hitter. He discuss how to find the best grip to stay loose and increase bat speed, how to stay flexible to maximize power in the lower half of your body and how to use your best swing regardless of pitch location. He goes on to explain how to put yourself in a stronger hitting position for each swing, how to level your swing and generate power and how to increase your bat speed using your hips. Watch as Coach Long takes Alex Rodriguez through a batting workout to fine-tune hitting mechanics with soft toss and tee drills using a short and regular bat. These drills of focus on balance and staying tight to your core to get your bat through the hitting zone quicker. Long and A-Rod also sit down to discuss the key techniques from a hitter's perspective. This section includes strategies to develop the best swing possible, how to scout the opposing pitcher, how to guess pitches, batting practice for success and off-season work. See how these drills are used at the Major League level and how they can be adjusted to work at any level - youth, high school, collegiate and professional. Long goes through a number of errors that are common among younger hitters and how you can correct them. Among the problem areas covered are stride in, where the batter's hips wo...

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Yankeeography: The Captains Collection showcasing more than just the greatest Yankees players of all-time, but the greatest Yankees captains saluting the remarkable captains from Lou Gehrig to Derek Jeter. Culled from the Emmy award winning Yankeeography series, these seven player profiles span the eras of Yankees greatness, generations of fandom, and acknowledge the role each played for their teams. Over the decades of New York Yankees dominance many have earned their pinstripes through performance or victories or popularity. However, the most exclusive club in the Bronx has been reserved for the men whose leadership, personalities, and attitude exemplify the ideals and virtues befitting the Captaincy. The New York Yankees have dominated Major League Baseball for more than 100 years, winning 26 World Series and 39 Pennants.

Suit up for the game in this Milwaukee Brewers polo. The embroidered team logo gives you striking style inning after inning. Display your undying support for the Milwaukee Brewers in this men's polo. In navy.

Show your support for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim by wearing your New Era 59Fifty Black cap. These caps are some of the hottest fashion caps out right now, get yours while they last!

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365 Day No Hassle Returns! They will start legends about the G-Men fan that showed up to the game wearing these Phantom HD sunglasses. Protecting your eyes from the sun as you watch the Giants cream their opponents couldn’t be any easier. These shades feature ultra-light frames and legs, glassy coating, shatterproof polycarbonate lens that offer 100% UV protection, and—most importantly—metal team logos at either side. Plus, their sleek design eliminates peripheral distortion! To top things off, these shades come with a Microfiber Bag which also features allover team logos. How cool is that?