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Home Run

The Science Behind Baseball's Most Amazing Plays

Eric BraunSeries: Sports Illustrated Kids: Science Behind the Plays
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Year
2025
Language
English
Publisher
Capstone

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Derek Jeter's brilliant toss to the catcher to prevent a score. Ozzie Smith's bare-handed stop and throw to first base for a critical out. Nomar Mazara's home run that sailed 505 feet. Willie Mays's legendary catch in center field. Behind every pitch, swing, catch, throw, and slide, science is at work. Dive into each of these iconic baseball plays and learn more about energy, forces, motion, and more.

Related Subjects

  • Physics
  • Science & Nature
  • Juvenile Nonfiction
  • How Things Work-Are Made
  • Technology
  • Baseball & Softball
  • Sports & Recreation

Extended Details

  • SeriesSports Illustrated Kids: Science Behind the Plays

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    Eric BraunAuthor

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