Tony Gwynn

The Baseball Life of Mr. Padre

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About the Book

Tony Gwynn spent his entire professional baseball career with the San Diego Padres. He stands second only to Ty Cobb in batting titles and consecutive .300–plus seasons. As a coach, he preached the Gwynn gospel to his players: do it right, do it with class, and respect others and the game.
An extrovert with an unforgettable laugh and wry sense of humor, he was often the center of attention. Yet during off-seasons he retreated to Indianapolis to avoid the glare of publicity. He overcame disparities in his personality with an intense focus on preparation and commitment to professionalism, and frequently contributed to community projects. This first full-length biography traces the remarkable career of a first-ballot Hall of Famer.

About the Author(s)

Scott Kingdon has written for law journals and other magazines and periodicals. He lives in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Bibliographic Details

Scott Kingdon
Format: softcover (6 x 9)
Pages:
Bibliographic Info: ca. 5 photos, notes, bibliography, index
Copyright Date: 2023
pISBN: 978-1-4766-9145-9
eISBN: 978-1-4766-5037-1
Imprint: McFarland