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This fascinating and totally original take on baseball historypackaged in simulated baseball material with red stitchingis a richly illustrated, lively examination of the evolution of the plays, moves, rules, equipment, and strategies that make up the game. Who was the first pitcher to throw a fastball? Who invented the hidden-ball trick? Does the double curveball really exist? The first book of its kind, Splitters, Squeezes, and Steals is a celebration of the evolution of all the plays, moves, rules, and strategies that make baseball the great game it is today, as well as every hero, journeyman, manager, umpire, and owner who had a hand in the games rich and colorful history. Full-color photographs of the great players making the great moves, sidebars, and boxes that highlight little known facts fill the books colorful pages, making this a must-have, one-of-a-kind volume for fans of all ages.Written by sportswriter Derek Gentile, Spli
