"Learn all about Major League Baseball. Discover fascinating facts, from record-breaking stars to winning teams and important positions."-- Provided by publisher.

"A Crabtree branches book." Includes index.

Baseball beginnings -- As American as apple pie -- On the mound -- Behind the plate -- On base -- The shortstop -- Outfield -- Swinging for the fences -- Umpires -- The World Series -- Ken Griffey, Jr. -- José Bautista -- Nolan Ryan -- Mike Trout -- The MLB -- Glossary.