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Baseball for Dummies

by Joe Morgan

Baseball, from rules to strategy

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Baseball, from rules to strategy

A broad introduction to baseball’s rules, positions, tactics, and statistics, with material spanning play on the field and the organization of the sport. Illustrations and diagrams support explanations of hitting, pitching, and fielding, while sections on coaching and managing show how team roles fit together. The guide also compares baseball across settings such as T-Ball, college, Minor and Major Leagues, and leagues around the world, and includes discussion of rule changes and advanced concepts. Its coverage connects the fundamentals of playing and watching the game with the terminology and numbers used to understand professional play.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Beginners learning baseball’s rules and terminology
  • Fans seeking context on strategies, statistics, and different leagues
  • Players and coaches interested in fundamentals and technique

Themes

Baseball rules and positionsOffensive and defensive strategyHitting, pitching, and fieldingCoaching and team rolesStatistics and baseball leagues

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Book overview

Learn the basics of baseball as a player, spectator, or coach

Baseball For Dummies gets you started learning about this popular sport. You can improve your fundamentals as a player, inspire your team as a coach, or enjoy watching baseball as a superfan. The book includes helpful illustrations and diagrams that make it easy to understand the rules. You'll learn about offensive and defensive strategies, hitting and pitching techniques, the roles of each player on the team, what managers and coaches do, and how to understand baseball statistics. In beginner-friendly terms, this guide also covers the differences between the Minor and Major Leagues, T-Ball, college baseball, and leagues around the world. Batter up!

  • Get a handle on the basic rules, strategies, and skills of baseball
  • Learn about the different baseball leagues--including recent changes to the rules--so you can have fun following the sport
  • Improve your technique with tips on pitching, hitting, and fielding
  • Delve into statistics and advanced concepts that will help you understand pro play

This book is for baseball fans of every level, from beginners to loyal fans who want to know even more. Players and coaches will also love this book's advice on how to sharpen their skills.

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