The Hall-of-Fame player explains what made the Cincinnati Reds the smartest team in baseball, why today's teams play so dumb, the impact of Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, and others on the team, and his own life history

Joe Morgan: A Life in Baseball

Biographies & Memoirs

Morgan, Joe

Falkner, David

Community & Culture

W.W. Norton & Co., Inc.

Joe Morgan

W.W.Norton&Company

Nobody loves baseball more than Joe Morgan. He's proved it with his hall-of-fame performance on the field and his brilliant color commentary in the broadcast booth. Bob Costas says, "There may not be anyone alive who knows more about baseball than Joe Morgan. In his playing days, Morgan was a key cog in the Big Red Machine, and he saw the game at its zenith. From his perch in the broadcast booth he watched as baseball self-destructed, culminating in the devastating strike of 1994. And in 1998, he saw the game come back with baseball's electrifying resurgence in the season of McGwire, Sosa, and the Yankees. But as great as '98 was, Joe knows that baseball still has a lot of problems. And while baseball may be back, Joe wants the fans, the players, and the owners to know that some serious changes still need to be made. In Long Balls, No Strikes, Morgan draws on three decades' experience and passion as he dissects what has gone wrong and right for baseball. Some of his insights may seem unorthodox, some will be controversial, but that's never stopped Joe Morgan before. How do we improve the game on the field? Raise the mound Abolish the designated hitter forever Make the umpires learn the strike zone And that's only the beginning. . . . How do we improve the game off the field? Erase the invisible color line that keeps African-Americans from holding management positions Expand the talent pool by sending more scouts to the inner cities Have all teams share equally from the same profit pool And that's not all. . . . Joe Morgan doesn't believe in "the good old days." Tomorrow's game can be even better than yesterday's. But at the end of the century, the game stands at a crossroads. One path leads right back to the troubles that nearly destroyed the game forever in 1994. The other leads to a new Golden Age. If baseball wants to continue to thrive, some changes must be made. But before there are changes, we need to ask the right questions. And if Joe Morgan doesn't know the answers, then no one does.

Long Balls, No Strikes: What Baseball Must Do to Keep the Good Times Rolling

Sports & Outdoors

Baseball

Crown

Describes the fundamental and advanced techniques of three major areas of baseball--fielding, hitting, and base running.

Baseball my way

Atheneum

"There may not be anyone alive who knows more about baseball than Joe Morgan." — Bob Costas, NBC Sports Broadcaster "Baseball For Dummies brings out the kid in every reader. A terrific book for people of all ages." — Fred Opper, Hall of Fame Baseball Player and Coach, Fordham University "Joe Morgan knows baseball. In fact, he was one of the most intelligent players to ever play the game." — Sparky Anderson, Three-time World Series-Winning Manager 
More than 100 Illustrations &amp; Play Diagrams Don't Let the Game Throw You a Curve! One of baseball's greatest players takes you out to the ballpark and onto the field with clear explanations and illustrations, and grand-slam advice for getting the most out of this favorite international pastime. From pitching and hitting to the bull pen and batter's box — Baseball For Dummies® has all the bases covered! Before the Peanuts and Cracker Jacks… <ul>
<li>Become stat savvy — calculate batting and pitching performance</li> <li>Decipher all of the baseball jargon used on and off the field</li> <li>Assemble a killer fantasy team with tips for picking the right players</li> <li>Stay at the top of your game with expert advice on conditioning and exercise</li> <li>Polish your hitting, fielding, pitching, and baserunning skills</li> <li>Get expert advice from star players on how to play each position</li> <li>Play it safe — suit up yourself or your team with the right gear</li> <li>Discover the coaching dos and don'ts to keep your team motivated</li> <li>Tip your hat to the greatest players then and now — from Babe Ruth to Barry Bonds</li> </ul>

Baseball For Dummies

Lally, Richard

For Dummies

“There may not be anyone alive who knows more about baseball than Joe Morgan.” —Bob Costas, NBC Sports Broadcaster 
“This book has something for everybody, from longtime fans to Little Leaguers.” —New York Newsday It’s known as America’s National Pastime. It’s nicknamed “The Greatest Game Ever Invented.” No question about it: baseball is a way of life for millions, whether they’re watching from the bleachers or sluggers in their own right. After more than 150 years as an all-American sport, baseball lingo is even part of our everyday language. With all its history and influence, baseball is a phenomenon we should at least be able to yak about at the water cooler—even if we never set foot on the diamond. Whether you don’t know the difference between a shortstop and a backstop, dabble in a bit of fantasy baseball, or need to perfect your split-fingered fastball, the second edition of this classic guide shows you the ropes. Ever wondered how great outfielders get a good jump on an incoming ball? Why the bases are 90 feet apart? Baseball For Dummies has answers to those questions, along with loads of All-Star tips on: <ul>
<li>Rules of the game</li> <li>Improving your hitting, pitching, and fielding</li> <li>Finding a team to play on, from Little League on up</li> <li>Coaching and umpiring effectively</li> <li>Getting more out of a trip to the ballpark than hotdogs and ice cream</li> <li>Evaluating stats, players, and records</li> </ul>
Baseball Hall-of-Famer Joe Morgan—who played with the Cincinnati Reds in two World Series championships—teams up here with sportswriter Richard Lally to coach you through everything from keeping a scorecard to hitting like a Major Leaguer. In their down-to-earth style, they cover all the bases, including: <ul>
<li>Getting in shape, from warm-ups to free weights</li> <li>Playing the field: batting, baserunning, pitching, and defense from catcher to shortstop</li> <li>Landing the best seats in the park</li> <li>Baseball online, on the air, and on the newsstand</li> <li>How to play fantasy baseball</li> <li>How to snag off-the-field baseball jobs</li> <li>All-time and current Top Ten players, pitchers, fielders, and more</li> <li>A glossary of “baseball speak”</li> </ul>
You’ll get a baseline knowledge—and find out details and trivia even the most die-hard fans don’t know. If you’re looking to walk the walk, or just be able to talk the talk, step up to the plate: Baseball For Dummies delivers the goods.

"Joe Morgan again shows himself a rare bird: an ex-jock with savvy and the ability to communicate it." —People 
"This book has something for everybody, from longtime fans to Little Leaguers." —New York Newsday Baseball For Dummies, Third Edition, is for baseball fans at all levels, from players and coaches to spectators who love the game. Baseball Hall of Fame player and ESPN baseball analyst Joe Morgan explains baseball with remarkable insight, using down-to-earth language so everyone from the casual observer to the die-hard fan can gain a fuller appreciation of the sport. This updated edition features: <ul>
<li>Everything you need to know about the game, from what it takes to play each position and how to hit and run the bases to what to watch for in the game and how to appreciate the finer points of the sport</li> <li>Coverage of new star players, new stadiums, and game milestones</li> <li>The lowdown on today’s baseball Web resources</li> <li>The latest on stats and sabermetrics</li> <li>The inside story on the new steroid rules</li> </ul>
From how to throw a knuckleball or hit an inside pitch to how to keep a scorecard or pick a winning fantasy league team, Morgan covers all the bases, showing you how to get the most out of the game. You’ll see how to: <ul>
<li>Improve your hitting, pitching, and fielding</li> <li>Find a team to play on, from Little League on up</li> <li>Evaluate stats, players, and records</li> <li>Coach or umpire effectively</li> <li>Get more out of a trip to the ballpark</li> </ul>
Complete with Morgan’s personal lists of top-ten pitchers, fielders, and relievers, as well as new quotes from Derek Jeter and Keith Hernandez, Baseball For Dummies gives you all the inside tips, facts, and stats so you can play like a Major Leaguer!

Baseball for Dummies 3rd Edition

The Official Book of the 1993 World Series, featuring more than 300 color photographs.

The Official Book of the 1993 World Series: A Series to Remember

Martinez, Buck

Woodford Pub

Play, watch, and understand America's favorite pastime Baseball continues to be a popular game both as a spectator sport and as a pastime. Since the publication of Baseball For Dummies, 3rd Edition, baseball teams have changed, new MLB stadiums have been built, and rules have been updated. This updated 4th Edition brings you the latest information on the players, the places, and above all, the game. Baseball For Dummies is for baseball fans at all levels, from players and coaches to spectators who love the game. Baseball Hall of Fame player Joe Morgan explains baseball with remarkable insight, using down-to-earth language so everyone from the casual observer to the die-hard fan can gain a fuller appreciation of the sport. <ul>
<li>Improve your hitting, pitching, and fielding</li> <li>Find a baseball team to play on, from Little League on up</li> <li>Evaluate stats, players, and records</li> <li>Coach baseball or umpire effectively</li> <li>Get more out of a trip to the ballpark</li> <li>The latest on baseball stats and sabermetrics</li> </ul>
Complete with Morgan's personal lists of top-ten toughest pitchers, smartest players, and most strategic managers, Baseball For Dummies gives you all the inside tips, facts, and stats so you can have Major League fun!

Champions: The Story of the First Two Oakland A's Dynasties and the Building of the Third

Dickey, Glenn

Blue, Vida

Triumph Books

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Joe Morgan: A Life in Baseball

Joe Morgan

Long Balls, No Strikes: What Baseball Must Do to Keep the Good Times Rolling

Baseball my way

Baseball For Dummies

Baseball For Dummies

Baseball for Dummies 3rd Edition

The Official Book of the 1993 World Series: A Series to Remember

Baseball For Dummies

Champions: The Story of the First Two Oakland A's Dynasties and the Building of the Third