Cal Ripken, Jr., Quiet Hero

by Lois Nicholson

Overview

On September 6, 1995, Cal Ripken, Jr., baseball’s Ironman, played in his 2,131st consecutive game, breaking Lou Gehrig’s record that many thought would stand forever. The story of Cal’s life takes the reader from his early years in a baseball family through the minor leagues, two Most Valuable Player Awards, and his record-setting achievements as the Baltimore Oriole’s superstar shortstop. Addressing the Baltimore fans after the historic game, Cal explained his approach to baseball: “Whether your name is Gehrig or Ripken, DiMaggio or Robinson, or that of some youngster who picks up his bat or puts on his glove, you are challenged by the game of baseball to do your very best day in and day out. And that’s all I’ve ever tried to do.” Grades 4 to 8

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780870334818
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date:	08/21/2009
Edition description:	2nd Edition
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	1,070,667
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Editorial Reviews

Written with the enthusiasm of a sports announcer, this biography of Cal Ripken will appeal to baseball lovers. Filled with statistics, the book charts Ripken's life, from the summers he and his family followed his baseball-manager father across the country, to his present position with the Baltimore Orioles. Ripken grew up in a baseball family; from 1987 to 1992, Cal, his brother, and his father were all with the Orioles. During his successful career, Cal has established a consecutive playing streak second only to that of Lou Gehrig. He and his wife, Kelly, have been actively involved in many community activities. Cal is pictured as a quiet, caring superstar, sure to inspire those who follow the sport. The book contains photographs and a chronology.

Susan DeRonne