"Yogi Was Up with a Guy on Third…" Book

Copy of "Yogi Was Up with a Guy on Third…", a Hall of Fame oral history featuring Tony Gwynn's reflections alongside over 50 legends of the game.

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Copy of "Yogi Was Up with a Guy on Third…" collecting first-hand stories from more than 50 Baseball Hall of Famers, each recalling their most memorable game. Compiled by writer Maureen Mullen with a foreword by Luis Tiant, the book offers an intimate and varied portrait of the sport through the voices of its most respected players. Tony Gwynn, inducted into Cooperstown in 2007 and widely recognized as the greatest hitter in San Diego Padres history, is among those featured. His section includes key milestones and insights from a career defined by consistency and excellence. Also included are memories from legends like Yogi Berra, Goose Gossage, and Ernie Banks, each sharing pivotal moments that shaped their legacies. The book offers a rare, personal look at baseball history, preserved in the words of those who lived it. Straight from Tony Gwynn's personal archive.


Dimensions: 8.5" x 5" x 1"

All dimensions are approximate.


Disclaimer: Condition may vary slightly from photos, with unique marks that highlight the item’s authenticity as a career artifact. This item features a silver OVD, verifying its authenticity through the Tony Gwynn Estate. A TRuEST™ authenticator was not on-site to witness its awarding, which is why this item does not carry our gold-level witness-based authentication OVD.

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"Yogi Was Up with a Guy on Third…" Book