Rakuten Kobo

Skip side bar filters

Francona

The Red Sox Years

by Terry Francona, Dan Shaughnessy ...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. "Eloquent and dazzling," the story of the legendary baseball manager's tenure with the Boston Red Sox ( Philadelphia Daily News).When Terry Francona took over as manager of the Boston Red Sox in 2004, the storied franchise hadn't won a World Series championship in eighty-six years. Led by Francona, the team won two over the course of four years. During the full eight ... Read more

$17.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. "Eloquent and dazzling," the story of the legendary baseball manager's tenure with the Boston Red Sox ( Philadelphia Daily News).When Terry Francona took over as manager of the Boston Red Sox in 2004, the storied franchise hadn't won a World Series championship in eighty-six years. Led by Francona, the team won two over the course of four years. During the full eight
... Read more
Audiobook

Audiobook

Francona: The Red Sox Years

by Terry Francona, Dan Shaughnessy ...

Narrated by Jeff Gurner ...

Unabridged

14 hours 3 min

From famed baseball manager Terry Francona, a lively, unvarnished narrative of his tenure with the storied Boston Red SoxFrom 2004 to 2011, Terry "Tito" Francona managed the Boston Red Sox, the most talked about, scrutinized team in all of sports. In Francona the legendary manager opens up for the first time about his eight years there, as they went from cursed franchise to one of the most ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

From famed baseball manager Terry Francona, a lively, unvarnished narrative of his tenure with the storied Boston Red SoxFrom 2004 to 2011, Terry "Tito" Francona managed the Boston Red Sox, the most talked about, scrutinized team in all of sports. In Francona the legendary manager opens up for the first time about his eight years there, as they went from cursed franchise to one of the most
... Read more
Remember Who You Are

What Pedro Gomez Showed Us About Baseball and Life

by Frank Martin, Dave Sheinin, Tim Keown, Bruce Jenkins, Rachel Nichols, Mark Kreidler, Max Scherzer, Bob Ley, Pedro Gomez, Peter Gammons, Howard Bryant, Mike Barnicle, Brian Murphy, Chelsea Janes, Dusty Baker, Rob King, Rio Gomez, Ross Newhan, Jon Daniels, Ken Rosenthal, Buster Olney, Shelley M. Smith, T.J. Quinn, Scott Boras, Sandy Alderson, Dan Shaughnessy, Mike Swanson, Robin Carr, Tony La Russa, Jason La Canfora, Ray Ratto, Ron Washington, Chuck Culpepper, Tracy Ringolsby, Bud Black, Tim Kurkjian, Jack Curry, Michael Zagaris, Paul Begala, Brad Mangin, Jeremy Schaap, Jeff Passan, Bob Melvin, Scott Ostler, George A. King III, Terry Francona, Derrick Goold, Alex Coffey, Sean McAdam, Brian Snitker, Brett Kurland, Alden Gonzalez, Sarina Morales, Marcos Bretón, John D'Anna, Steve Fainaru, Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez, Dante Gomez, Bud Geracie, Dennis Eckersley, AJ Hinch, Keith Olbermann ...

Pedro Gomez of ESPN was a beloved figure in baseball. His death from sudden cardiac arrest on Feb. 7, 2021, unleashed an outpouring of heartfelt tributes. He was 58, both a hard-nosed reporter and a smiling ambassador of the sport. These 62 personal essays soar beyond sports to delve into life lessons.Pedro, a proud Cuban American, was known for his dramatic reporting from Havana. Fully and ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

Pedro Gomez of ESPN was a beloved figure in baseball. His death from sudden cardiac arrest on Feb. 7, 2021, unleashed an outpouring of heartfelt tributes. He was 58, both a hard-nosed reporter and a smiling ambassador of the sport. These 62 personal essays soar beyond sports to delve into life lessons.Pedro, a proud Cuban American, was known for his dramatic reporting from Havana. Fully and
... Read more

Audiobook

Audiobook

The Yankee Years

by Joe Torre, Tom Verducci ...

Narrated by Michael Kramer ...

Unabridged

16 hours 45 min

A dramatic and revelatory account of Joe Torre’s twelve years as manager of the New York Yankees.Joe Torre is the most successful–and most respected–baseball manager of the modern era, steering the Yankees to six American League pennants and four World Series championships. When he left the team in 2007, it was front-page news around the country. Famously diplomatic during his tenure with the ... Read more

$25.99 CAD

Also available as: eBook

A dramatic and revelatory account of Joe Torre’s twelve years as manager of the New York Yankees.Joe Torre is the most successful–and most respected–baseball manager of the modern era, steering the Yankees to six American League pennants and four World Series championships. When he left the team in 2007, it was front-page news around the country. Famously diplomatic during his tenure with the
... Read more

Also available as: eBook
Audiobook

Audiobook

The Closer: Young Readers Edition

by Mariano Rivera ...

Narrated by Jon Curry ...

Unabridged

6 hours 25 min

The legendary, record-breaking Hall of Fame pitcher tells his inspiring storyMariano Rivera never dreamed of becoming a professional athlete. He didn't grow up collecting baseball cards, playing Little League, or cheering on his home team at the World Series. He had never heard of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, or Mickey Mantle. One day, that all changed.From a childhood playing pickup games ... Read more

$32.99 CAD

Also available as: eBook

The legendary, record-breaking Hall of Fame pitcher tells his inspiring storyMariano Rivera never dreamed of becoming a professional athlete. He didn't grow up collecting baseball cards, playing Little League, or cheering on his home team at the World Series. He had never heard of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, or Mickey Mantle. One day, that all changed.From a childhood playing pickup games
... Read more

Also available as: eBook
Audiobook

Audiobook

Long Shot

by Mike Piazza ...

Narrated by Mike Piazza, Holter Graham ...

Unabridged

15 hours 47 min

In this New York Times bestselling autobiography, baseball legend Mike Piazza takes readers into his exceptional and storied career—from the rumors and controversies to his proudest achievements.In this remarkably candid autobiography, superstar Mike Piazza takes readers inside his life and career to show what it takes to make it to the major leagues and to stay on top.Piazza was drafted in the ... Read more

$39.99 CAD

Also available as: eBook

In this New York Times bestselling autobiography, baseball legend Mike Piazza takes readers into his exceptional and storied career—from the rumors and controversies to his proudest achievements.In this remarkably candid autobiography, superstar Mike Piazza takes readers inside his life and career to show what it takes to make it to the major leagues and to stay on top.Piazza was drafted in the
... Read more

Also available as: eBook
Audiobook

Audiobook

Paterno

by Joe Posnanski ...

Narrated by Joe Mantegna ...

Unabridged

13 hours 3 min

From America’s premier sportswriter, the definitive, #1 New York Times bestselling biography of Joe Paterno and the story of America’s love affair with football.Joe Paterno believed that football was a way to teach young men how to live. He coached at Penn State for sixty-two years. During his years as a head coach, his teams won 409 games, a Division I record. At the end of his life, more than ... Read more

$39.99 CAD

Also available as: eBook

From America’s premier sportswriter, the definitive, #1 New York Times bestselling biography of Joe Paterno and the story of America’s love affair with football.Joe Paterno believed that football was a way to teach young men how to live. He coached at Penn State for sixty-two years. During his years as a head coach, his teams won 409 games, a Division I record. At the end of his life, more than
... Read more

Also available as: eBook
Audiobook

Audiobook

Showtime

Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s

by Jeff Pearlman ...

Narrated by Malcolm Hillgartner ...

Unabridged

18 hours 36 min

The New York Times bestselling author of Sweetness delivers the first all-encompassing account of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers, one of professional sports' most-revered—and dominant—dynasties.The Los Angeles Lakers of the 1980s personified the flamboyance and excess of the decade over which they reigned. Beginning with the arrival of Earvin "Magic" Johnson as the number one overall pick of the ... Read more

$34.95 CAD

Also available as: eBook

The New York Times bestselling author of Sweetness delivers the first all-encompassing account of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers, one of professional sports' most-revered—and dominant—dynasties.The Los Angeles Lakers of the 1980s personified the flamboyance and excess of the decade over which they reigned. Beginning with the arrival of Earvin "Magic" Johnson as the number one overall pick of the
... Read more

Also available as: eBook
Audiobook

Audiobook

Ted Williams

The Biography of an American Hero

by Leigh Montville ...

Narrated by Scott Brick ...

Unabridged

20 hours 34 min

He was The Kid. The Splendid Splinter. Teddy Ballgame. One of the greatest figures of his generation, and arguably the greatest baseball hitter of all time. But what made Ted Williams a legend – and a lightning rod for controversy in life and in death? What motivated him to interrupt his Hall of Fame career twice to serve his country as a fighter pilot; to embrace his fans while tangling with the ... Read more

$37.99 CAD

Also available as: eBook

He was The Kid. The Splendid Splinter. Teddy Ballgame. One of the greatest figures of his generation, and arguably the greatest baseball hitter of all time. But what made Ted Williams a legend – and a lightning rod for controversy in life and in death? What motivated him to interrupt his Hall of Fame career twice to serve his country as a fighter pilot; to embrace his fans while tangling with the
... Read more

Also available as: eBook
Audiobook

Audiobook

Sandy Koufax

A Lefty's Legacy

by Jane Leavy ...

Narrated by Jane Leavy, Robert Pinsky ...

Abridged

6 hours 14 min

“The incomparable and mysterious Sandy Koufax is revealed…. This is an absorbing book, beautifully written.” —Wall Street Journal“Leavy has hit it out of the park…A lot more than a biography. It’s a consideration of how we create our heroes, and how this hero’s self perception distinguishes him from nearly every other great athlete in living memory… a remarkably rich portrait.” — TimeThe instant ... Read more

$28.99 CAD

Also available as: eBook

“The incomparable and mysterious Sandy Koufax is revealed…. This is an absorbing book, beautifully written.” —Wall Street Journal“Leavy has hit it out of the park…A lot more than a biography. It’s a consideration of how we create our heroes, and how this hero’s self perception distinguishes him from nearly every other great athlete in living memory… a remarkably rich portrait.” — TimeThe instant
... Read more

Also available as: eBook
Audiobook

Audiobook

Shaq Uncut

My Story

by Shaquille O'Neal ...

Narrated by Dion Graham ...

Unabridged

8 hours 38 min

The complete autobiography of legendary basketball star Shaquille O'Neal, covering both his storied career and his colorful life off the court.Superman. Diesel. The Big Aristotle. Shaq Fu. The Big Daddy. The Big Shaqtus. Wilt Chamberneezy. The Real Deal. The Big Shamrock. Shaq.You know him by any number of names, and chances are you know all about his legendary basketball career: Shaquille "Shaq" ... Read more

$35.99 CAD

Also available as: eBook

The complete autobiography of legendary basketball star Shaquille O'Neal, covering both his storied career and his colorful life off the court.Superman. Diesel. The Big Aristotle. Shaq Fu. The Big Daddy. The Big Shaqtus. Wilt Chamberneezy. The Real Deal. The Big Shamrock. Shaq.You know him by any number of names, and chances are you know all about his legendary basketball career: Shaquille "Shaq"
... Read more

Also available as: eBook
Audiobook

Audiobook

Hitman

The Untold Story of Johnny Martorano, Whitey Bulger’s Enforcer and the Most Feared Gangster in the Underworld

by Howie Carr ...

Narrated by Keith Szarabajka ...

Unabridged

12 hours 25 min

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Brothers Bulger comes the story of Johnny Martorano, whom the FBI called “the most feared man in the underworld.”Martin Scorsese’s The Departed barely touched his story, but radio talk show sensation, crime reporter, and Boston Herald columnist Howie Carr takes us into the heart of the life of Johnny Martorano. For two decades, Martorano struck ... Read more

$32.15 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Brothers Bulger comes the story of Johnny Martorano, whom the FBI called “the most feared man in the underworld.”Martin Scorsese’s The Departed barely touched his story, but radio talk show sensation, crime reporter, and Boston Herald columnist Howie Carr takes us into the heart of the life of Johnny Martorano. For two decades, Martorano struck
... Read more

Rakuten Kobo

eReaders

Apps

Accessories

What is Kobo Super Points?

Reward Yourself

Shopping Cart

You're getting the VIP treatment!

Your Shopping Cart is empty

Available:

1 audiobook monthly

+ FREE 30-day trial

Available:

1 audiobook monthly

+ FREE 30-day trial

Recommended For You

“terry francona”

Francona

Francona: The Red Sox Years

Remember Who You Are

People who read these also enjoyed

The Yankee Years

The Closer: Young Readers Edition

Long Shot

Paterno

Showtime

Ted Williams

Sandy Koufax

Shaq Uncut

Hitman

eReaders

Apps

Accessories

Shopping Cart

You're getting the VIP treatment!

Your Shopping Cart is empty

Available:

1 audiobook monthly

+ FREE 30-day trial

Available:

1 audiobook monthly

+ FREE 30-day trial

Recommended For You

“terry francona”

Show:

People who read these also enjoyed