The Louisville Grays scandal of 1877: the taint of gambling at the dawn of the National League

"This work focuses on the formation of the National League and the changing nature of professional baseball in the 1870s. The early seasons of the league are covered. Also explored are the impact of the Grays scandal and its lasting influence on the governance of the sport"--Provided by pu...

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Main Author: Cook, William A. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. [u.a.] McFarland & Co. 2005
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Summary:"This work focuses on the formation of the National League and the changing nature of professional baseball in the 1870s. The early seasons of the league are covered. Also explored are the impact of the Grays scandal and its lasting influence on the governance of the sport"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:VII, 237 S. Ill.
ISBN:0786421797

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