Talking Points

• Examines Yankee franchise history through the many myths, legends, and lore associated with Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, Casey Stengel, Mickey Mantle, Whitey Ford, Reggie Jackson, Thurman Munson, and Derek Jeter.

• Also covers remarkable stories connected to Jacob Ruppert, Wally Pipp, the 1927 Yankees, Billy Martin, Roger Maris, George Steinbrenner, Bucky Dent, and Joe Torre.

• Takes on the over-rated, including Bobby Richardson, Graig Nettles, Paul O’Neill, and Billy Crystal.

• Advocates for the under-rated, including Gil McDougald, Clete Boyer, Roy White, and George Costanza.

• Various chapters focus on statistical breakdowns, historical analysis, performance comparisons, social influences, cultural impacts, sports financing, player styles, and humor.

• Off-beat topics include colorful quotes, awards, nicknames, brawls, ballparks, and game breakdowns.

‘The Truth About Ruth (And More):

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