What It Takes to Be a Pro Baseball Player |
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Author:
| Mattern, Joanne |
Series title: | Play Like a Pro Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-63235-868-4 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2020 |
Publisher: | Bookstaves, LLC
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Imprint: | 12-Story Library |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $12.00Contact Supplier contact
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Book Description:
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Playing pro baseball is a dream job, but it's not all fun and games. This book is a frank and fascinating look at what it takes to get there, from starting young to staying fit, following rules set by the team, and spending time away from family and friends. Chapters cover the history of the game, a day in the life of a pro baseball player, the gear players wear, the physical risks, and honors players can hope to achieve, like being elected to the Hall of Fame. Each chapter features...
More DescriptionPlaying pro baseball is a dream job, but it's not all fun and games. This book is a frank and fascinating look at what it takes to get there, from starting young to staying fit, following rules set by the team, and spending time away from family and friends. Chapters cover the history of the game, a day in the life of a pro baseball player, the gear players wear, the physical risks, and honors players can hope to achieve, like being elected to the Hall of Fame. Each chapter features attention-grabbing photos and examples from the lives of well-known players. A Fun Facts section includes more facts, plus anecdotes and lore unique to America's favorite pastime.