1962

In "1962: A Baseball Season to Remember," David Krell explores a transformative year in baseball marked by five no-hitters, a historic National League playoff, and a thrilling seven-game World Series won by the Yankees. The season saw the emergence of the Houston Colt .45s and the New York Mets, who revitalized National League baseball in New York, while Dodgers owner Walter O'Malley debuted the iconic Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Set against a backdrop of significant events in American history, Krell weaves the stories of baseball into the social fabric of a pivotal year, offering an engaging look at the sport's impact during this era.