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Zack Hample’s bestselling, smart, and funny fan’s guide to baseball explains the ins and outs of pitching, hitting, running, and fielding, while offering insider trivia and anecdotes that will appeal to anyone—whether you’re a major league couch potato, life-long season ticket-holder, or a beginner.

• What is the difference between a slider and a curveball?
• At which stadium did “The Wave” first make an appearance?
• Which positions are neverplayed by lefties?
• Why do some players urinate on their hands?

Combining the narrative voice and attitude of Michael Lewis with the compulsive brilliance of Schott’s Miscellany, Watching Baseball Smarter will increase your understanding and enjoyment of the sport—no matter what your level of expertise.

Featuring a glossary of baseball slang, an appendix of important baseball stats, and an appendix of uniform numbers.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Vintage
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 27, 2007
Edition ‏ : ‎ 31686th
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0307280322
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0307280329
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.2 x 0.59 x 7.91 inches
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