About the Author

Jim Reisler has written books covering such topics as baseball, the deaf, and sportswriters. He lives in Hartsdale, New York.

Reviews

“a compelling portrait...tantalizing...deftly outlines the careers of these characters...writing is spirited and affable...holds many pleasures”—SABR Deadball Committee Newsletter; “a lively account of the team’s fledgling and losing years...weaves in stories of notable players...a definitive story”—Library Journal; “densely packed tome”—Yankees Magazine.