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The Story of the Athletics - (Creative Sports: Major League Baseball) by Jim Whiting (Paperback)

Name: The Story of the Athletics - (Creative Sports: Major League Baseball) by Jim Whiting (Paperback)
Brand: Creative Paperbacks
SKU: 1006403362
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Journey with the Athletics team through their highs and lows in Major League Baseball from their early success in Philadelphia under Connie Mack to their moves to Kansas City and Oakland.
8-10 Years
Paperback
32 Pages
Juvenile Nonfiction, Biography & Autobiography
Series Name: Creative Sports: Major League Baseball

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"Discover the Athletics' thrilling journey from early triumphs to modern challenges, featuring legendary players, iconic moments, and the Major League Baseball team's upcoming move to Las Vegas. Written for middle-grade readers. Includes table of contents, sidebars, and index"-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Journey with the Athletics team through their highs and lows in Major League Baseball from their early success in Philadelphia under Connie Mack to their moves to Kansas City and Oakland. Written for middle-grade sports fans, this book highlights their three consecutive World Series titles in the 1970s, the "Billy Ball" era, and the "Moneyball" strategy under Billy Beane. Notable players like Rickey Henderson, José Canseco, and Eric Chavez are featured. The Athletics are set to move to Las Vegas, continuing their legacy of resilience and adaptation. Includes table of contents, sidebars, and index.

Specifications

Suggested Age: 8-10 Years

Number of Pages: 32

Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Sub-Genre: Biography & Autobiography

Series Title: Creative Sports: Major League Baseball

Publisher: Creative Paperbacks

Theme: Sports & Recreation

Format: Paperback

Author: Jim Whiting

Language: English

Street Date: February 10, 2026

TCIN: 1006403362

UPC: 9798896800569

Item Number (DPCI): 247-32-3808

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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