Long Shot

Nonfiction, Sports, Baseball, Biography & Memoir
Cover of the book Long Shot by Mike Piazza, Simon & Schuster
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Mike Piazza ISBN: 9781439163030
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Publication: February 12, 2013
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Language: English
Author: Mike Piazza
ISBN: 9781439163030
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Publication: February 12, 2013
Imprint: Simon & Schuster
Language: English

Mike Piazza was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 62nd round of the 1988 baseball draft as a “courtesy pick.” The Dodgers never expected him to play for them—or anyone else. Mike had other ideas. Overcoming his detractors, he became the National League rookie of the year in 1993, broke the record for season batting average by a catcher, holds the record for career home runs at his position, and was selected as an All Star twelve times.

Mike was groomed for baseball success by his ambitious, self-made father in Pennsylvania, a classic father-son American-dream story. With the Dodgers, Piazza established himself as baseball’s premier offensive catcher; but the team never seemed willing to recognize him as the franchise player he was. He joined the Mets and led them to the memorable 2000 World Series with their cross-town rivals, the Yankees. Mike tells the story behind his dramatic confrontation with Roger Clemens in that series. He addresses the steroid controversy that hovered around him and Major League Baseball during his time and provides valuable perspective on the subject. Mike also addresses the rumors of being gay and describes the thrill of his game-winning home run on September 21, 2001, the first baseball game played in New York after the 9/11 tragedy. Along the way, he tells terrific stories about teammates and rivals that baseball fans will devour.

Long Shot is written with insight, candor, humor, and charm. It’s surprising and inspiring, one of the great sports autobiographies.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Mike Piazza was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 62nd round of the 1988 baseball draft as a “courtesy pick.” The Dodgers never expected him to play for them—or anyone else. Mike had other ideas. Overcoming his detractors, he became the National League rookie of the year in 1993, broke the record for season batting average by a catcher, holds the record for career home runs at his position, and was selected as an All Star twelve times.

Mike was groomed for baseball success by his ambitious, self-made father in Pennsylvania, a classic father-son American-dream story. With the Dodgers, Piazza established himself as baseball’s premier offensive catcher; but the team never seemed willing to recognize him as the franchise player he was. He joined the Mets and led them to the memorable 2000 World Series with their cross-town rivals, the Yankees. Mike tells the story behind his dramatic confrontation with Roger Clemens in that series. He addresses the steroid controversy that hovered around him and Major League Baseball during his time and provides valuable perspective on the subject. Mike also addresses the rumors of being gay and describes the thrill of his game-winning home run on September 21, 2001, the first baseball game played in New York after the 9/11 tragedy. Along the way, he tells terrific stories about teammates and rivals that baseball fans will devour.

Long Shot is written with insight, candor, humor, and charm. It’s surprising and inspiring, one of the great sports autobiographies.

More books from Simon & Schuster

Cover of the book Bold Endeavors by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book The Life and Afterlife of Harry Houdini by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book The Food Matters Cookbook by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book The Library of Congress World War II Companion by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book Losing Lila by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book American Bloomsbury by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book Thomas Jefferson and the Mammoth Hunt by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book Brimsby's Hats by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book The Mountain Story by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book The Year of Living Biblically by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book The Complete Magnolia Bakery Cookbook by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book 109 East Palace by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book Face to Face by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book Just Say No! by Mike Piazza
Cover of the book Girl by the Road at Night by Mike Piazza
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy