{"product_id":"baseball-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Baseball for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoe Morgan\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRichard Lally\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn the basics of baseball as a player, spectator, or coach\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBaseball For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e gets you started learning about this popular sport. You can improve your fundamentals as a player, inspire your team as a coach, or enjoy watching baseball as a superfan. The book includes helpful illustrations and diagrams that make it easy to understand the rules. You'll learn about offensive and defensive strategies, hitting and pitching techniques, the roles of each player on the team, what managers and coaches do, and how to understand baseball statistics. In beginner-friendly terms, this guide also covers the differences between the Minor and Major Leagues, T-Ball, college baseball, and leagues around the world. Batter up! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet a handle on the basic rules, strategies, and skills of baseball\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn about the different baseball leagues--including recent changes to the rules--so you can have fun following the sport\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove your technique with tips on pitching, hitting, and fielding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelve into statistics and advanced concepts that will help you understand pro play\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is for baseball fans of every level, from beginners to loyal fans who want to know even more. Players and coaches will also love this book's advice on how to sharpen their skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll the baseball basics players and fans need\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWas that a pop fly or a fly ball? With \u003ci\u003eBaseball For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, you'll master all the terminology of the game, along with the rules and strategies that make baseball so intriguing. Learn the ins and outs of baseball leagues, including the latest changes to the world of Major League Baseball. You'll find exclusive insights on how to play the game from baseball legend and coauthor Joe Morgan. If you want to follow baseball and sharpen your knowledge as a spectator or on the field, this Dummies guide knocks it out of the park. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside...\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eBaseball equipment and gear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eOfficial rules of the game\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eBatting tips and techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003ePitching and defensive plays\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eT-ball and minor league ball\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat coaches and managers do\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlaying fantasy baseball\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlossary of baseball terms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoe Morgan \u003c\/b\u003eplayed on two -Cincinnati Reds World Series \u003csup\u003e-\u003c\/sup\u003echampionship teams and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1990. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard Lally\u003c\/b\u003e has written numerous popular books on baseball and other subjects, including the best-selling \u003ci\u003eThe Wrong Stuff \u003c\/i\u003e-(coauthored with former major league pitcher Bill Lee), which was adapted to the screen for the movie, \"Spaceman.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 9.1 x 7.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 11, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51773186998560,"sku":"9781394290833","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/a9388c77601524180e9fda8f2a73556b.webp?v=1780421535","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/baseball-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}