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From the first third-generation baseball player in Major League Baseball history, a sometimes moving, always candid look at his familyâs 70 years in the world of professional baseball.
Bret Boone made history in 1992 as the first third-generation major leaguer in baseball history. A five-foot-ten firecracker who was spurned by scouts for his small size, supposed lack of power, and temper tantrums (one scout called him a âhelmet-throwing terrorâ), Bret didnât care about family legacy; he wanted to make his own way. He did just that, building a 14-year career that included three all-star appearances, four Gold Gloves, a bout with alcoholism, and the ignominy of being traded for the infamous âplayer to be named later.â Now that heâs coaching minor leaguers half his age, and his 15-year-old son has the potential to be a fourth-generation major leaguer, Bret is ready to reflect on and tell the story of baseball from the perspective of his familyâs 70-year history in the sport.
Combining the brashness and candor of Ball Four with a dollop of Big Russ and Me sentiment, this book will trace the evolution of the gameâon the field and behind the scenesâfrom Ray Booneâs era in the 1950s to Bret and Aaronâs era in the 90s and 2000s, when players made millions, dined on lobster in the clubhouse, injected themselves with PEDs, and had their choice of âAnniesââfemale clingers-on, or as todayâs players call them, âroad beef.â Along the way, the book will touch on pieces of Boone family lore, including Bret hitting zero dingers in a home run derby and Aaronâs home run (if you donât know what this is referring to, then consult the nearest Red Sox fan). Blending nostalgia, behind-the-scenes profanity, close analysis of the game that only players can offer, and insight into baseballâs ongoing evolution as a sport and a business, Bret Boone will offer a one-of-a-kind look at Americaâs favorite pastime from a family who has seen it all.
About: From the first third-generation player in Major League history, a sometimes moving, always candid inside look at his familyâs seventy years in baseball  A five-foot-ten fireball questioned by scouts because of his small stature, supposed lack of power, and cocky attitude, Bret Boone didnât care about family legacy as he fought his way to the Major Leagues in 1992; he wanted to make his own way.
About: From the first third-generation baseball player in Major League Baseball history, a sometimes moving, always candid look at his familyâs 70 years in the world of professional baseball.
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