Wrigley Field: The Centennial: 100 Years at the Friendly Confines, Hardcover/Les Krantz

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Originally called Weeghman Park, Wrigley Field hosted its first game in 1914, and the 2014 season marks the 100th anniversary of baseball's second oldest ballpark. In "Wrigley Field: The Centennial," Les Krantz tells the story of Wrigley's first 100 years--from the origins of the ivy on the outfield walls and ballpark traditions such as throwing back home run balls to Ruth's called shot in the 1933 World Series and unforgettable moments featuring stars Ernie Banks, Ron Santo, Billy Williams, Ryne Sandberg, Greg Maddux, and more. Featuring numerous photographs, Wrigley's first century is beautifully documented and an originally produced DVD narrated by Lou Boudreau Jr. and Ron Santo Jr. features footage from throughout the stadium's history and interviews with Jack Brickhouse, Ron Santo, Ernie Banks, and others. About the Author: Les Krantz has worked for "Chicago" magazine, the "Chicago Tribune," "Esquire," "Golf," and "Ski." He is the author of many sports books, including "Dark Horses and Underdogs," "Not Till the Fat Lady Sings," "Reel Baseball," "Yankee Classics," and "Yankee Stadium: A Tribute." He lives in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.