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Great Stories Told By Italian American Major Leaguers From Crosetti To Piazza

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Baseball Italian Style: Great Stories Told by Italian American Major Leaguers from Crosetti to Piazza

by Lawrence Baldassaro

4.8 out of 5

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By Joe DiGiovanni

This book tells the stories of some of the greatest Italian American major leaguers, from Frank Crosetti to Mike Piazza. These players have helped to shape the game of baseball and have inspired generations of fans. Their stories are full of passion, determination, and triumph, and they are sure to entertain and inspire readers of all ages.

Frank Crosetti was a shortstop for the New York Yankees from 1932 to 1948. He was a key member of the Yankees' dynasty that won five World Series championships in the 1930s and 1940s. Crosetti was known for his fielding prowess and his ability to hit for average. He was a seven-time All-Star and finished his career with a .291 batting average.

Joe DiMaggio was an outfielder for the New York Yankees from 1936 to 1951. He is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. DiMaggio was known for his hitting prowess, his fielding skills, and his charisma. He was a nine-time All-Star and finished his career with a .325 batting average. He is most famous for his 56-game hitting streak in 1941.

Phil Rizzuto was a shortstop for the New York Yankees from 1941 to 1956. He was a key member of the Yankees' dynasty that won five World Series championships in the 1940s and 1950s. Rizzuto was known for his fielding prowess and his ability to hit for average. He was a five-time All-Star and finished his career with a .273 batting average.

Mike Piazza was a catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, and San Diego Padres from 1992 to 2007. He is considered one of the greatest catchers of all time. Piazza was known for his hitting prowess, his fielding skills, and his leadership. He was a 12-time All-Star and finished his career with a .308 batting average. He is most famous for his home run that gave the Mets the victory in Game 5 of the 1999 National League Championship Series.

These are just a few of the stories told in Great Stories Told By Italian American Major Leaguers From Crosetti To Piazza. This book is a must-read for any fan of baseball history. It is full of fascinating stories, great baseball, and inspiring lessons about life.

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Baseball Italian Style: Great Stories Told by Italian American Major Leaguers from Crosetti to Piazza

by Lawrence Baldassaro

4.8 out of 5