Baseball As It Was

Historian John Ferling explores the vibrant era of baseball from 1946 to 1957, highlighting the sport's dominance as America's pastime and the transformative impact of integration on team rosters. The book features stories of legendary players, dramatic pennant races, and notable events, offering a vivid look at how teams were built before the advent of free agency. Centered on the Cleveland Indians and the Boston/Milwaukee Braves, this narrative captures a pivotal decade in baseball history.