Bøker av Lew Freedman

50 Years of Iditarod Adventures, The First Fifty Years of the Last Great Race covers five decades of the 1,049-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race from Anchorage to Nome, Alaska. Detailed synopses and stories from each annual race by author Lew Freedman are backed up by records of every award winner, and the history is highlighted by biographical sketches of many individuals and families who have contributed to make the race what it is today, a worldwide phenomenon and The Last Great Race on Earth. This book tells the story of how men and dogs crossing mountains, lakes, rivers, and the unforgiving Bering Sea over the last fifty years have created an event like no other, the Iditarod, the most famous sled dog race in the world. From the inaugural run in 1973, when no one was certain whether such a race was even possible, to a preview of the current running in 2022, the entire history of the Iditarod is here, presented in a cohesive continuum which brings all of the excitement, danger, and glory into focus. The much-heralded 'Tales of the Trail' are all here, from the heroic first trek across the wilderness to the famous one-second win in 1978, from the first women to run the race to the triumphant and unprecedented four consecutive wins, and from the record-breakers to the legends forged on the trail. The cover art is by famed Alaskan artist Jon Van Zyle, a two-time Iditarod finisher (1976, 1979), a member of the Iditarod Hall of Fame, and the Official Artist of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. The artwork, which also appears as the official poster for the 50th Anniversary Race, features the smiling and ghostly features of race founder Joe Redington gazing at a scene of mushers at a camp fire in the snowy wilderness that could well play out during the 2022 race - or may also have taken place during the first race in 1973.

Hoyt Wilhelm's intriguing baseball career lasted two decades. A veteran of the Battle of the Bulge, the eight-time All-Star from Huntersville, North Carolina, was a standout for the New York Giants, Baltimore Orioles, Chicago White Sox and Atlanta Braves, though he did not reach the majors until he was nearly 30. He pitched a no-hitter as a starter, won as many as 15 games a season, was the first reliever to win more than 100 games and save more than 200, and broke Cy Young's record for most games on the mound. Along the way, he relied almost entirely on his baffling skill with a rare weapon of choice--the knuckleball. This first full-length biography covers the life and career of the first relief pitcher in the Hall of Fame.

Since the inception of the National Hockey League on November 26, 1917, the sport of hockey has been one of the most popular games across the globe. After the National Hockey Association (NHA), which had been founded in 1909, ceased operations, the NHL took over and became a mainstay for the sport. While there had been teams that dated back to the 1800s and many that came and went through the years, there are six teams which are considered to be the Original or Traditional Six: the Montreal Canadiens, Boston Bruins, New York Rangers, Chicago Blackhawks, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Detroit Red Wings. In The Original Six, Lew Freedman (Clouds Over the Goalpost, A Summer to Remember) takes readers on a trip down memory lane, not only introducing the NHL's humble beginnings, but how far the game has actually come. Broken up into six sections, Freedman tells the history and stories of the teams that represent the heart and soul of the NHL. From how these teams came to be and the steps that were taken to get them established to their early years and how they helped shape the game we love today, The Original Six is not only for lover's of these teams, but for the sport itself. Whether you're a diehard supporter or fair-weather fan, learn how this incredible sport began and of the teams that helped it grow into one of the most entertaining and enjoyable games in the world. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports-books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a die-hard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home. -- Provided by publisher.

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The 1930 Major League baseball season was both marvelous and horrendous, great for hitters, embarrassing for pitchers. In totality it was just this side of insane as an outlier among all seasons.Major League Baseball began with the founding of the National League in 1876. In the 145 seasons since then, one season stands out as unique for the astounding nature of hitting: 1930.A flipside of 1968's ';Year of the Pitcher,' when the great St. Louis Cardinals Bob Gibson compiled a 1.12 earned run average and Detroit Tigers Denny McLain won 31 games, the 1930 season was when the batters reigned supreme. During this incredible season, more than one hundred players batted .300, the entire National League averaged .300, ten players hit 30 or more home runs, and some of the greatest individual performances established all-time records. From New York Giants Bill Terry's .401 averagethe last National Leaguer to hit over .400to the NL-record 56 home runs and major leaguerecord 192 runs batted in by Chicago Cubs Hack Wilson, the 1930 season is a wild, sometimes unbelievable, often wacky baseball story.Breaking down the anomaly of the season and how each team fared, veteran journalist Lew Freeman tells the story of a one-off year unlike any other. While the greats stayed great, and though some pitchers did hold their ownwith seven winning 20 or more games, including 28 by Philadelphia Athletics' Lefty Grove and 25 by Cleveland Indians' Wes FerrellFreedman shares anecdotes about those players that excelled in 1930, and only 1930. More than ninety years later, 1930 offers insight into a season that still stands the test of time for batting excellence.

During his 15-season Major League career, slugger Johnny Mize was among the preeminent power hitters in baseball, a star for the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Giants, and New York Yankees. This first full-length biography traces the arc of Mize's career through his prime years in the limelight to his retirement.

Celtics Legends is the story of legendary basketball franchise, the Boston Celtics. The seventeen-time world champions have a rich history of iconic players and NBA lore. From their humble beginnings to the 2022 finals, fans will uncover the stories that won the team their Dynasty label. Meet the players through Freedman's personal interviews with Larry Bird, Gene Conley, Mel Counts, Bob Cousy, Clarence Glover, John Havlicek, Gordon Hayward, Tom Heinsohn, Al Horford, Bailey Howell, Johnny "Red" Kerr, Jim Loscutoff, Frank Ramsey, Bill Russell, Kenny Sailors, Tom Sanders, Bill Sharman, Brad Stevens, and Jayson Tatum. Relive the Celtics' winning streak of eleven crowns in thirteen years. Go head-to-head against the Golden State Warriors in the 2022 NBA Finals. Reminisce about the biggest names in Celtics history. And commemorate those the Celtics lost, including star player Bill Russell who made history by becoming the first African-American coach in the league and major pro sports. The Celtics notoriously invented the sixth-man role and broke color barriers. The franchise left their mark on the sport and continue to draw in big crowds. With so many members of the franchise voted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the Celtics should have their own wing.

Follows Johnny Vander Meer, the only pitcher in Major League history to hurl two consecutive no-hitters, and the Cincinnati Reds through the triumphs of two National League pennants and one World Series title, the hardship of World War II, and the trying suicide of a teammate.

Bobby "e;Slick"e; Leonard has etched his name forever on the Mount Rushmore of Indiana basketball, and in Boom, Baby! he shares memories from his storied career. Leonard takes readers inside the Indiana locker room with legendary head coach Branch McCracken and onto the court when he hit the deciding free throws as the "e;Hurrying Hoosiers"e; topped Phog Allen's Kansas Jayhawks. He recalls the NBA's early years, including being drafted by a Baltimore Bullets team that folded soon after selecting him. He tells of his time as the winningest coach in the ABA's nine-year history, securing three championships in his first five seasons with the Indianapolis Pacers. In his final act, "e;Slick"e; endeared himself to new generations of Hoosier hoops fans as the longtime Pacers radio voice, with his trademark call "e;Boom, Baby!"e; for a successful three-point shot.

William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody rose from humble origins in Iowa to become one of the most famous and most photographed people in the world. Cody's most important legacy may be how he shaped the world's enduring views of the American West. This biography is a fresh look at the life of Buffalo Bill.

This book provides readers with an abundance of information and historical perspective as well as entertaining and memorable anecdotes about professional wrestling. Readers will also learn unusual snippets of trivia that will enhance their comprehension of the sport.This authoritative work on the history and culture of professional wrestling features the biggest names in the wrestling world since the sport emerged on the American sporting landscape. It comprises short biographies of all of the key players in the sport's evolution and rise to popularity-from old-timers to barrier breakers to household names such as Hulk Hogan, The Rock, Andre the Giant, and more-and includes not only men but also many women who have made a name in the sport.Surveying professional wrestling from its roots, dating centuries, to the modern era, pre-20th century and into the 21st century, the work tells the transformational stories of prominent wrestlers and the sport as a whole, in many cases bringing out the humor and outrageousness in the nature of an activity that has always straddled the line between show business and sport.

An early celebrity pitcher, Denton "Cy" Young established supreme standards on the mound. A small-town Ohio farmer made good, he set Major League pitching records in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that will likely last forever. Among the Hall of Fame's first inductees, he remained a sought-after interviewee decades after retirement.

Ernie Banks is the best-known ballplayer in the history of the Chicago Cubs - a man as famous for his personality and trademark phrases as for his accomplishments on the field. Based on interviews conducted with Banks, this book details the life of the Texas-born shortstop and first baseman from his childhood to his death in 2015.

This engaging and informative work highlights the 100 biggest moments in the history of American sports, illustrating powerful connections between sporting events and significant social issues of the time.

Tells the stories of some of the players, coaches, managers and broadcasters who had the most fun in the Major Leagues and made fans laugh out loud. The author recounts tales both famous and little known that capture the character of unusual and offbeat players, unique and engaging personalities and the succession of eccentrics who were officially dubbed "Clown Prince of Baseball".

How did a young boy born into poverty become not only an international soccer star but a celebrity who visited and dined with kings and presidents? Where did the passion that fueled his success originate? This book examines the life of Pele to find the answers.

Traces football's passing game from its inception to the present, telling the tale through the stories of the quarterbacks whose arms carried (and threw) the changes forward. Lew Freedman relies especially on the biography of "Slingin' Sammy" Baugh, who hailed from Sweetwater, Texas, as a framework.