I Played and I Won
I Played and I Won by Allan Worthington, published by Xulon Press in 2004, is a first edition biography that spans 273 pages. This book chronicles the life of Al Worthington, detailing his journey through both the challenges and triumphs of his professional baseball career. Starting with his signing by the Nashville Vols, Worthington’s early Major League experiences are highlighted, including remarkable shutouts against Philadelphia and Brooklyn that set a modern-day pitching record for the National League.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines sports and personal faith, as Worthington’s life takes a significant turn in 1958 when he and his wife, Shirley, embrace Christianity. The book also covers his time with the Minnesota Twins and his subsequent role as a baseball coach at Liberty University. Additionally, it reflects on his retirement years, during which he engages in speaking opportunities related to his faith. This edition provides insights into the intersections of sports, religion, and personal growth.
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The story of Al Worthington takes the reader through valley and mountaintop experiences. The Nashville Vols signed him into professional baseball. His beginning in the Major Leagues caused quite a stir when his first two pitching assignments against Philadelphia and Brooklyn resulted in shutouts of 6-0, setting a modern-day pitching record for the National League. His life was miraculously changed in 1958 when he and Shirley accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior. He ended his baseball career with the Minnesota Twins and then coached baseball at Liberty University. His retirement days provide speaking opportunities for the Lord.
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