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Toy Cannon - by Jimmy Wynn & Bill McCurdy (Paperback)

Name: Toy Cannon - by Jimmy Wynn & Bill McCurdy (Paperback)
Brand: McFarland & Company
SKU: 1003034232
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Despite the pressures of racism and a troubled personal life, Jimmy "The Toy Cannon" Wynn achieved remarkable success as a major league player.
About the Author: The late Jimmy Wynn was a three-time All-Star whose number was retired by the Houston Astros.
236 Pages
Sports + Recreation, Baseball

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About the Book

"Despite the pressures of racism and a troubled personal life, Jimmy "The Toy Cannon" Wynn achieved remarkable success as a major league player. In a career that stretched from 1963 to 1977, he slugged 291 home runs, 223 of them in Houston ballparks notoriously unfriendly to power hitters. His number was officially retired by the Astros in 2005"--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Despite the pressures of racism and a troubled personal life, Jimmy "The Toy Cannon" Wynn achieved remarkable success as a major league player. In a career that stretched from 1963 to 1977, he slugged 291 home runs, 223 of them in Houston ballparks (Colt Stadium, the Astrodome) notoriously unfriendly to power hitters. A strong-armed, speedy outfielder, Wynn was also adept at getting on base (seven times in the top 10 for on-base percentage) and then swiping a bag (225 career steals). This memoir recounts his triumphs and struggles in detail.

About the Author

The late Jimmy Wynn was a three-time All-Star whose number was retired by the Houston Astros. Later in life he worked for the Astros and as an analyst for Fox Sports. The late Bill McCurdy was president emeritus of the Texas Baseball Hall of Fame and a member of SABR. He lived in Houston.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)

Weight: .7 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Sub-Genre: Baseball

Genre: Sports + Recreation

Number of Pages: 236

Publisher: McFarland & Company

Theme: History

Format: Paperback

Author: Jimmy Wynn & Bill McCurdy

Language: English

Street Date: October 19, 2010

TCIN: 1003034232

UPC: 9780786458561

Item Number (DPCI): 247-13-2737

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Q: What is the intended audience for the book?

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A: The book is suggested for readers aged 22 and up, particularly baseball enthusiasts.
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Q: When did Jimmy Wynn's professional career take place?

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A: Jimmy Wynn's professional baseball career spanned from 1963 to 1977.
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Q: What is the primary subject of the book?

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A: The book focuses on the life and achievements of baseball player Jimmy Wynn during and after his major league career.
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