Gotham Baseball: New York’s All-Time Team
Gotham Baseball: New York’s All-Time Team by Mark C. Healey, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2020, explores the rich history of baseball in New York, a city where the sport is deeply ingrained in its culture. This 208-page book presents an imaginative lineup of the all-time greatest players, featuring iconic names such as Ruth, Mays, Gehrig, Wright, and Robinson. Healey delves into the stories of these legends, offering fresh perspectives that highlight their significance to New York fans.
Readers will find a thorough examination of the debates surrounding the selection of players for each position, as Healey argues for choices that may surprise, such as advocating for Mike Piazza over Yogi Berra as catcher. The book captures the essence of New York’s baseball fervor, reflecting on how discussions about the sport permeate everyday life, from street corners to subway cars. With a focus on history and local pride, this edition serves as a tribute to the players who have shaped the game in the city.
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Baseball may be the great American pastime, but in New York, it is a religion. Names like Ruth, Mays, Gehrig, Wright and Robinson live in the hearts and minds of New York fans like apostles. From the street corner to the subway car, debates about which Yankee, Giant, Dodger or Met is better than another have raged on for more than one hundred years. Now, the best of the best are chosen for each position as New York’s all-time greatest team is imagined. Shoo-ins like the Babe and Jackie have their stories told with a fresh perspective. The compelling case for Mike Piazza, not Yogi Berra, as catcher is sure to spark arguments. Sportswriter Mark Healey crafts the Gotham baseball team through captivating tales of the legends of the New York game.
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