baseball players

Text and photographs look at some of the different players who have played on the New York Yankees.

This biography of sport's figure Jackie Robinson focuses on his civil rights activism, beginning with how he defended himself from a White rock-throwing neighbor when he was eight years old. Describes how he used his pubic profile as an athlete to draw attention to the injustices perpetrated against African Americans. Highlights the protests he participated in, his public comments, and his debates with leading Civil Rights leaders during the 1960s. The examples from his life show that he was much more than a sports icon, he was a man of principle who couldn't idly sit by and allow racism to persist unchecked.

Text and photographs look at some of the different players who have played on the Washington Nationals.

Text and photographs look at some of the different players who have played on the St. Louis Cardinals.

Text and photographs look at some of the different players who have played on the Minnesota Twins.

Text and photographs look at some of the different players who have played on the Chicago Cubs.

Text and photographs look at some of the different players who have played on the Atlanta Braves.

"The greatest shortstops of all time played incredible defense, excelled with the bat, and led their teams to championships. Learn about the top shortstops in MLB history and create your own ranking of the best players"--Provided by publisher.

"Pitchers can influence games more than any other player on the field. Read about the stats and championship moments of baseball's greatest pitchers. Then use what you learned to create your own top-10 list!"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the achievements of several notable baseball players.