Yesterday and Today New York Yankees Author:Glenn Stout New York Yankees: Yesterday & Today takes readers on a colorful journey through history, bringing them up close and personal with the people, places, and moments that have made the New York Yankees legendary. — The New York Yankees are the most successful team in baseball history-they've set the standard for the sport. This handsome hard... more »cover book chronicles the fabled franchise, including magical moments like Babe Ruth's 60th home run in 1927, Don Larsen's perfect game in the 1956 World Series, Roger Maris's record-setting 61st home run in 1961, Aaron Boone's series-winning home run in the 2003 American League Championship Series, all of the team's championships, and much more.
New York Yankees: Yesterday & Today brings to life the amazing careers of Yankees greats like Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Phil Rizzuto, Whitey Ford, Reggie Jackson, Mickey Mantle, Derek Jeter, and the most legendary player of all time, Babe Ruth. The book also pays homage to the team's hallowed landmark, Yankee Stadium, from its opening in 1923 to the dedication of new Yankee Stadium in 2009. Also addressed are great barstool arguments, such as whether Mickey Mantle or Joe DiMaggio was the better Yankees centerfielder.
Filled with hundreds of photos of game action, players, and memorabilia, New York Yankees: Yesterday & Today is a treasured keepsake for Yankees fans and anyone who loves baseball. The story of the greatest baseball team ever unfolds in the following chapters: