Joy in Tigertown: A Determined Team, a Resilient City, and our Magical Run to the 1968 World Series

ISBN: 1629375837

Author: Gage, Tom

Condition: New

Relive the magic of the 1968 World Series with Mickey Lolich and the Detroit Tigers!The 1968 World Series remains an iconic moment in baseball history. Featuring Bob Gibson, Al Kaline, and Mickey Lolich, it was baseball at its finest. Told from the vibrant first-hand perspective of Lolich himself, with the expertise of award-winning Detroit journalist Tom Gage, Joy in Tigertown is the remarkable story of the Tigers' journey to glory.Discover new reflections from players and personnel as you trace achievements like Denny McLain's 31-win season and the slugging performances of Kaline, Norm Cash, Willie Horton, and Bill Freehan. Joy in Tigertown is for baseball fans, Detroit enthusiasts, and anyone who loves a story of teamwork, resilience, and triumph.

• Jim Leyland's Heartfelt Introduction: A foreword by the former Detroit Tigers manager | The 1967 Tigers' Pennant Pursuit: The thrilling race and disappointing end | Detroit Riots of 1967: Lolich's Air National Guard duty during the unrest | World Series Showdown: Detailed accounts of each game against the St. Louis Cardinals | Lolich's Life Off the Field: Personal stories before and after his Major League career