Immortal Moments In Cardinals History

For more than a century, the St. Louis Cardinals have given their fans a long succession of glorious memories and milestones. Immortal Moments in Cardinals History, a magnificent collection of Cardinal highlights, revives the greatest moments in franchise lore, from the forgotten victories of four consecutive pennant winners in the 1880s right through the 2015 National League Central Division pennant. The cavalcade of names and milestones roll along in every page. Highlights include: - 3,000 hits for Lou Brock and for Stan the Man - October heroics by Pepper Martin, Jim Edmonds, and David Freese - home run feats by Albert Pujols, Mark McGwire, and Mark Whiten - no-hitters by Jess Haines, Paul Dean, and Bob Forsch - achievements of superstars like Enos Slaughter, Rogers Hornsby, and Yadier Molina - shining moments of lesser stars like Tom Lawless, Glenn Brummer, and Jose Jimenez Compiled by leading historian Robert L. Tiemann with legendary Cardinal broadcaster Ron Jacober, the book reflects exhaustive research performed for decades. Their work receives a complement of rare and action-packed photos. The result is a wild and wonderful ride through Cardinal history that will delight and inform generations of fans.

"This book chronicles the most important moments and people in the great history of the St. Louis Cardinals"--

In one of the most exciting seasons in baseball history, the 1964 St. Louis Cardinals surged in the final months to steal the pennant and top the mighty Yankees in seven games to capture the World Series. How did an unlikely assortment of people and events come together for such a monumental achievement? Look no further than '64 Cardinals, a photo-illustrated story of promise, turmoil, and triumph. Discover how the famous trade for Lou Brock provided a jolt that reversed a summer swoon. Witness superstar pitcher Bob Gibson ascend to dominance down the stretch and meet the other indispensables--Curt Flood, Dick Groat, Bill White, Julian Javier, Tim McCarver, Mike Shannon, Barney Schultz, team captain Kenny Boyer, and others--who helped power the team through the National League meat-grinder and the ultimate clash of historic heavyweights. High drama wasn't limited to the field, thanks to a harddriving owner, Gussie Busch, and his "special consultant," Branch Rickey. The book illuminates how palace intrigue foreshadowed the unthinkable departures of general manager Bing Devine and manager Johnny Keane during and after the Series, respectively. With key facts, engaging anecdotes, and direct observations from players who lived the experience this rare volume will bring to life a truly thrilling season. An exhilarating ride for any baseball fan, '64 Cardinals also heralds the return of the writing team of baseball historian Bob Tiemann and broadcast journalist Ron Jacober, who co-authored the local bestseller Immortal Moments in Cardinals History. Whether you watched the 1964 Cardinals in person, or have just heard the stories passed down over the years, this book is the capstone on any baseball lover's collection.

The greatest Cardinal players, the greatest Cardinal teams, and the greatest Cardinal moments--this book describes them all in a way that will certainly thrill every Cardinal fan. This book also tells the fascinating story of the three Busch stadiums, what memorable baseball feats occurred there, and why Cardinal fans are so devoted to the home teams that have played there.

Also, here is the catalog copy for the titleUpdated to include the 2006 season and World Series Cardinal Nation 4th Edition details all of the great moments, the great performances, the great players in St. Louis Cardinals baseball history in a special commemorative hardcover. From the new stadium and most recent Hall of Fame inductee Bruce Sutter to the unbelievable pennant race and phenomenal underdog win to become World Champions Cardinal Nation is the most complete and detailed book available for the ultimate Cardinal fan.The baseball bible, Sporting News bring s to life Cardinal history from the Gashouse Gang to Big Mac, from Sportsman's Park to Busch Stadium, from Harry Caray to Jack Buck, Cardinal Nation celebrates everything that makes the Cardinals a special franchise.

A historical encyclopedia of baseball's most storied franchise With its epicenter located smack-dab on the diamond at Busch Stadium, the Cardinal Nation is a region encompassing Missouri, Illinois, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Iowa, Indiana, Tennessee, and Kentucky. The Cardinal National is peopled by some of the most avid baseball fans in the nation, who, each year, flock to St. Louis, sporting jerseys featuring the names and numbers of such Cardinals greats as Musial, McGwire, McGee, Gibson, and Brock, and recounting tales of great moments in Cardinals history. Now updated to include the historic 2002 season that saw the passing of Jack Buck and Darryl Kile, "Cardinal Nation is a celebration in pictures and words of one of baseball's most storied franchises. Packed with 400 archival photographs, such as: The Cardinals' greatest players--including Stan the Man, Lou Brock, Bob Gibson, and the newest Hall of Famer, Ozzie Smith The greatest moments at Sportsman's Park and Busch Stadium, and the Cardinals' World Series-winning teams The Cardinals' greatest moments--including Ozzie Smith's home run, Jack Clark's home run, and Slaughter's "Mad Dash"