A Collection of Baseball Reflections Book Reviews

A Glove of Their Own by Debbie Moldovan, Keri Conkling and Lisa Funari-Willever

A great children’s book written in poetic rhyme with wonderful illustrations. A must read for people with children in their life.

Fair Ball by Bob Costas

A look into the world of baseball through the eyes of world renown broadcaster and sports history buff, Bob Costas.

The Teammates: A Portrait of Friendship by David Halberstam

A look at the special friendships of Ted Williams, Johnny Pesky, Bobby Doerr and Dom DiMaggio of the Boston Red Sox.

More Tales From the Tribe Dugout by Russell Schneider

A sneak peek into the stories from inside the Cleveland Indians clubhouse.

Miracle Man by Nolan Ryan

If you read this book, be patient, you will gain insight into the man after a few chapters.

License To Deal by Jerry Crasnick

It has been called the “Moneyball” for sports agents.

Pinch Hitter by Dean Whitney

Make up your own mind on this baseball novel after reading this review.

The Natural by Bernard Malamund

If you like the movie, do yourself a favor & read the book, too. It goes into a lot more detail and has a few surprises. Just remember the book came first.

The Baseball Economist: The Real Game Exposed by J.C. Bradbury (economics professor)

A look into how to use an economic approach in baseball. After just reading the preface I was hooked!

Dropping the Ball : Baseball’s Troubles and How We Can and Must Solve Them by Dave Winfield

A look into what’s wrong in baseball from the viewpoint of a former all star.