Cal ripken jr autobiography book
A young reader's adaptation of the adult autobiography of this baseball legend traces his life, from his childhood in a baseball family to his time in the..
In this rich and rewarding memoir, we find out why he's credited with putting the “great” back into America's greatest game: it's the only way he knows.
Just Show Up: And Other Enduring Values from Baseball's Iron Man
Cal Ripkin, Jr., a hall of famer, is identified with the Baltimore Orioles because he played his entire career with them. Ripkin is also identified with his consecutive games played streak, which is is the longest streak in major league baseball history.
Ripkin, Jr. played in 2,632 straight games for the Baltimore Orioles. His streak became an enduring symbol of perseverance and hard work.
While he played, Ripkin was one of my favorite players. I remember the day when he set the record for the most consecutive games played.
Lou Gehrig, the player who previously had the record, is also one of the most respected players in baseball history. Both Ripkin and Gehrig showed perseverance in playing in so many consecutive games. Both are in the Major League