It's a Numbers Game! Baseball

Written by James Buckley Jr.

Part of the It's a Numbers Game! series

Explore the hidden math behind every baseball play and statistic.

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128 pages· ~700L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the world of baseball where every pitch and swing is a calculation. Discover how numbers shape the game, from player stats to strategic base-stealing. Uncover fascinating trivia about legendary players and global Little League champions. With engaging graphics and activities, this book reveals the mathematical magic behind America's favorite pastime.

From the publisher

With every hit, ball, strike, and home run numbers are being calculated on the baseball field. Get ready to learn all the ways digits and math factor into the game, from the countless statistics used to measure an individual player’s game to the exact timing used to steal a base. Read about all the greatest players from baseball history and get fun facts, like what the most retired jersey number is. Discover what countries dominate in the Little League World Series and check out cool graphics that show the frequency of hits to every part of the field. Jam-packed with sports trivia, awesome photos, and fun activities at the end of every chapter, this number-focused look at the game is the ultimate grand slam.

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