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The Miracle Indians: Bill Veeck, Lou Boudreau, Bob Feller, and the 1948 Cleveland Indians

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A Summer to Remember: Bill Veeck, Lou Boudreau, Bob Feller, and the 1948 Cleveland Indians

by Lew Freedman

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The 1948 Cleveland Indians were a team of destiny. Led by manager Lou Boudreau, All-Stars Bob Feller, Joe Gordon, and Larry Doby, and the colorful owner Bill Veeck, they overcame a 13-game deficit to win the American League pennant and then the World Series. This book tells the story of that magical season.

The Indians' success was due to a number of factors. First, they had a great manager in Lou Boudreau. Boudreau was a former All-Star shortstop who knew how to get the most out of his players. He was also a master strategist, and he was able to put his team in position to win every game.

Second, the Indians had a number of great players. Bob Feller was one of the best pitchers in baseball history. He won 26 games in 1948, and he was the driving force behind the Indians' success. Joe Gordon was a great all-around player who could hit, field, and run. Larry Doby was a Rookie of the Year who helped to break the color barrier in baseball. He was a great hitter and outfielder, and he was a key part of the Indians' success.

Third, the Indians had a great owner in Bill Veeck. Veeck was a colorful character who was always looking for ways to promote his team. He was the first owner to put lights in a baseball stadium, and he was also the first to use a scoreboard to keep fans informed of the game. Veeck's innovations helped to make the Indians one of the most popular teams in baseball.

The 1948 Indians season was a magical one. They overcame a 13-game deficit to win the American League pennant, and then they went on to win the World Series. It was a season that will never be forgotten.

The 1948 Cleveland Indians were a team of destiny. They had a great manager, great players, and a great owner. They overcame a 13-game deficit to win the American League pennant, and then they went on to win the World Series. It was a season that will never be forgotten.

A Summer to Remember: Bill Veeck, Lou Boudreau, Bob Feller, and the 1948 Cleveland Indians

by Lew Freedman

4 out of 5