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Carl Erskine's Tales from the Dodger Dugout
To the baseball fans of today, the name 'Dodgers' is synonymous with Hollywood, the warm California sun, and names like Tommy Lasorda, Kirk Gibson, Steve Garvey, and Orel Hershiser. The Dodgers mean much more than that to the fans of baseball history, however. Namely, these fans remember the famed Boys of Summer. otherwise known as the Brooklyn Dodgers, a team that included some of the most storied players in baseball history. The group included Hall of Famers Duke Snider, Roy Campanella, Gil Hodges, Pee Wee Reese, and Jackie Robinson. Although they eventually moved out West, the Brooklyn Dodgers provided some of the greatest moments the game has ever seen and some of the greatest personalit...
Parallel
Carl Erskine's book "details the similarities of the journeys of Jackie Robinson, who broke Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947, and Erskine's son Jimmy, an individual with special needs. Overcoming prejudice and rejection to achieve acceptance and inclusion."
What I Learned From Jackie Robinson
AN INTIMATE LOOK AT JACKIE ROBINSON'S FIGHT FOR EQUALITY, FROM FORMER TEAMMATE AND LONGTIME FRIEND CARL ERSKINE "Jackie needed to quell his anger the first couple of years, a task which only someone of this inner strength and vision could have coped with at that moment. When I reflect and wonder what it must have been like for a man who should have been at the happiest of moments in his life, to still have to deal with racial indignities on a daily basis, it is mind-boggling. Most mortal men would have cracked."--Carl Erskine, from the book Jackie Robinson changed the game of baseball forever when he paved the way for equality in sports. In What I Learned from Jackie Robinson, former teammat...
Carl Erskine
Discover the remarkable journey of Carl Erskine, a baseball legend whose impact transcended the diamond. In "Beyond Baseball: Service and Leadership," readers delve into the inspiring life of Carl Erskine, renowned for his pitching prowess with the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers.While Erskine's achievements on the mound are legendary, this book goes deeper, exploring his commitment to service and leadership beyond the confines of the baseball field. From his humble roots in Anderson, Indiana, to his rise to prominence in Major League Baseball, Erskine's story is one of resilience, determination, and unwavering integrity. Through firsthand accounts and insightful anecdotes, readers witness ...
Erskine, Carl
Carl Erskine, a native of Anderson, Ind., played baseball for the Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers during the 1940s and 1950s; one article mentions Stan Feezle, who recruited Hoosier boys for the Dodgers; transcription of Doug Clanin's oral history interview with Erskine, discussing his childhood, time in the Navy, his baseball career and how he went on to become chairman of the Indiana Bankers Assocation and vice-president of Star Financial Bank (formerly First National) in Anderson. Erskine also played for his high school basketball team, the Anderson Indians.
When Baseball Returned to Brooklyn
Major league baseball has a long, rich history in Brooklyn. From the time Brooklyn started play in 1884 until their move west to Los Angeles following the 1957 season, the Dodgers and their predecessors were the emotional center of the borough's diverse population. But Brooklyn would be without a professional team until June of 2001, when the Cyclones took the field in Coney Island as the Mets' affiliate for the New York-Penn League. This work follows the rookie-level club from its formation through it first season. Brooklyn Dodgers Carl Erskine, Duke Snider, Clem Labine, Johnny Podres, Ralph Branca, Joe Pignatano and Clyde King comment on their own minor league days, and their days in Brooklyn. Also included are interviews of Cyclones players and fans of both teams.
So You Wanna Be a Legend. so Did I.
Do you know what it takes to be a great teacher-coach? Hadley Hicks knows. He was mentored by five collegiate Hall of Fame coaches, he was a teammate of well known professional football players on a National Championship military team. He even had a ''cup of coffee'' in professional baseball. Hadley was successful as a high school and college coach. Yet, he never reached the greatness he felt was due him. Hadley Hicks shares his heart in his search for significance. His poignant, humorous, and down to earth writing style makes an enjoyable read. He is candid in his heartbreaks, the sin of divorce and the death of his eldest son. He survived a parental petition for his dismissal as football coach. He livened up his teaching experiences with an accidental shooting and a premeditated murder. He kept his fellow faculty alert with numerous practical jokes. Among student-athletes he mentored was a Cy Young Award winner and three professional football players. Hadley's marriage to a Godly woman who is his spiritual teammate, provided impetus for finding eternal significance in a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Cart Erskine
Dive into the remarkable life of Carl Erskine in "Carl Erskine: From Small-Town Beginnings to Major League Stardom." This captivating biography chronicles the journey of a boy from a small town in Indiana who rose to become one of baseball's most beloved pitchers.Follow Erskine's path from his early days in Anderson, Indiana, where his love for baseball blossomed, to his illustrious career with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Discover the trials and triumphs that defined his journey, from his struggles to break into the major leagues to his unforgettable performances on the mound, including two no-hitters and a pivotal role in the Dodgers' 1955 World Series victory. This book delves deep into Erskine's contributions to the game, both on and off the field. It highlights his perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to his team and community, painting a vivid picture of a man who exemplified the true spirit of baseball. Perfect for baseball enthusiasts and those who appreciate stories of grit and determination, "Carl Erskine: From Small-Town Beginnings to Major League Stardom" is an inspiring and heartwarming read that celebrates the life and legacy of a true sports hero.
Bums
It's been over 50 years since they moved to Los Angeles, but the Brooklyn Dodgers remain ingrained in the fabric of our national pastime. Golenbock's oral history of these "lovable losers" tells the team's tale through the words of Pee Wee Reese, Leo Durocher, Duke Snider, and other Brooklyn greats.
