Home Run - (Sports Illustrated Kids: Science Behind the Plays) by Eric Braun

About the Book

Memorable plays by center fielder Willie Mays, shortstop Derek Jeter, right fielder Nomar Mazara, and shortstop Ozzie Smith are featured in this scientific look at baseball.

Book Synopsis

Derek Jeter's brilliant toss to the catcher to prevent a score. Ozzie Smith's bare-handed stop and throw to first base for a critical out. Nomar Mazara's home run that sailed 505 feet. Willie Mays's legendary catch in center field. Behind every pitch, swing, catch, throw, and slide, science is at work. Dive into each of these iconic baseball plays and learn more about energy, forces, motion, and more.