Can catchers influence umpires’ calls? Why do batters intentionally foul? How are signs stolen? Jason Kendall explains baseball from a veteran player’s perspective. Glossary of baseball signs. Glossary of terms.
Title alpha Throwback: A Big-League Catcher Tells How the Game Is Really Played
Category Sports and Recreation High
Pages Count 304
Genre Nonfiction
Topics Jason Kendall (1974- ). Professional baseball. Catchers. Sports. Game strategy. Baseball techniques.
SRC Level 7.300000
SRC Points 20.000000
Lexile 940L
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2014-05-12
JLG Release Date Jun 2014
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Sports and Recreation High (Grades 9 & Up)
Sports and Recreation High
Sports and Recreation High (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This collection includes exciting books focused on athlete experiences, competition, and the broader culture of sports and recreation. Featuring a mix of fiction and nonfiction, selections explore sports through personal stories, real-world perspectives, and a range of activities that reflect the different ways teens engage with sports. Some selections are written for adults but are thoughtfully chosen for their relevance and appeal to teen readers.