What is your favorite book on baseball history and why? What would you recommend for someone who doesn't know much about baseball?

As a seasoned badminton coach, I may not be the most knowledgeable source on baseball history. However, I can provide some general guidance for those interested in learning more about the sport.

For someone new to baseball:

  • Baseball for Dummies by Steve Hirdt: A comprehensive and accessible guide that covers the basics of the game, including rules, positions, and strategies.
  • The Baseball Handbook by John Thorn: A concise and informative overview of the history, statistics, and key figures of baseball.

For those interested in baseball history:

  • The Glory of Their Times by Lawrence Ritter: A classic collection of interviews with former baseball players, providing a first-hand account of the sport's early days.
  • Baseball: The Biographical Encyclopedia by Peter Morris: A comprehensive reference guide to over 8,000 players, managers, and other baseball figures.
  1. What is the most important rule in baseball? The batter must hit the ball into fair territory without making an out.
  2. Who is considered the greatest baseball player of all time? Babe Ruth
  3. What is the name of the World Series trophy? The Commissioner's Trophy
  4. How many innings are in a baseball game? 9
  5. What is the name of the baseball field? Diamond
  • Rawlings Baseball Gloves
  • Wilson Softball Gloves
  • Easton Baseball Bats
  • Louisville Slugger Baseball Bats
  • DeMarini Baseball Bats

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