Overview
The Big 50: Chicago Cubs is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Cubs the Cubs Longtime MLB scribe Carrie Muskat recounts the living history of the team. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Ernie Banks, Ryne Sandberg, Ron Santo, Anthony Rizzo, and more. With dozens of interviews compiled over years of intimate access to the team, this is the perfect primer for new Cubs fans and an essential addition to a seasoned fan's collection. The Big 50 series take a deep dive into the fifty best figures and historical moments that make a team. Other Big 50 titles on Chicago sports include: •The Big 50: Chicago Bears •The Big 50: Chicago Blackhawks
Author Biography
Carrie Muskat spent nearly two decades as the Cubs beat writer for MLB.com. She is the author of Banks to Sandberg to Grace: 5 Decades of Love & Frustration with Chicago Cubs. Anthony Rizzo is first baseman for the Chicago Cubs and a three-time All-Star. In 2016, he helped the Cubs win their first World Series title since 1908.
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ISBN 9781629372020Published May 2016
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The Big 50: Boston Bruins ›By Fluto Shinzawa
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ISBN 9781629372556Published Nov 2016
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The Big 50: Philadelphia Eagles ›By Mark Eckel
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629372617Published Sep 2016
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The Big 50: San Francisco Giants ›By Dan Brown, Foreword by Orlando Cepeda
EPUB
ISBN 9781633195073Published May 2016
The Big 50: San Francisco Giants is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Giants the Giants. Experienced Bay-area sportswriter Daniel Brown recounts the living history of the Giants, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: San Francisco Giants brilliantly brings to life the Giants remarkable story, from Willie McCovey and Will Clark to the roller-coaster that was Barry Bonds to the team’s current dynasty and Madison Bumgarner shutting down the Royals in the 2014 World Series.
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Mobipocket
ISBN 9781633195080Published May 2016
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The Big 50: San Francisco Giants ›By Dan Brown, Foreword by Orlando Cepeda
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ISBN 9781633195097Published May 2016
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The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays ›By Shi Davidi, Foreword by Dan Shulman
EPUB
ISBN 9781633195103Published May 2016
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Blue Jays the Blue Jays. Experienced sportswriter Shi Davidi recounts the living history of the Blue Jays, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays brilliantly brings to life the Blue Jays remarkable story, from Dave Stieb and Roy Halladay to the roller-coaster that was Roberto Alomar to Joe Carter’s 1993 World Series–winning home run to the acquisition of Josh Donaldson.
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays ›By Shi Davidi, Foreword by Dan Shulman
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ISBN 9781633195127Published May 2016
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The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays ›By Shi Davidi, Foreword by Dan Shulman
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ISBN 9781633195110Published May 2016
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Blue Jays the Blue Jays. Experienced sportswriter Shi Davidi recounts the living history of the Blue Jays, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays brilliantly brings to life the Blue Jays remarkable story, from Dave Stieb and Roy Halladay to the roller-coaster that was Roberto Alomar to Joe Carter’s 1993 World Series–winning home run to the acquisition of Josh Donaldson.
The Big 50: Detroit Tigers ›By Tom Gage, Foreword by Alan Trammell
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629373218Published Apr 2017
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The Big 50: Philadelphia Eagles ›By Mark Eckel
EPUB
ISBN 9781633196322Published Sep 2016
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The Big 50: Philadelphia Eagles ›By Mark Eckel
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ISBN 9781633196339Published Sep 2016
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The Big 50: Philadelphia Eagles ›By Mark Eckel
PDF
ISBN 9781633196346Published Sep 2016
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The Big 50: Boston Bruins ›By Fluto Shinzawa
EPUB
ISBN 9781633196292Published Nov 2016
The Big 50: Boston Bruins: The Men and Moments that Made the Boston Bruins is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Bruins the Bruins. Experienced sportswriter Fluto Shinzawa recounts the living history of the B's, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Big 50: Bruins brilliantly brings to life the team's remarkable story, from Ray Bourque and Bobby Orr to ferocious defenseman Zdeno Chara and the team’s 2011 Stanley Cup win.
The Big 50: Boston Bruins ›By Fluto Shinzawa
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ISBN 9781633196308Published Nov 2016
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ISBN 9781633196315Published Nov 2016
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ISBN 9781633197961Published Apr 2017
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ISBN 9781633197954Published Apr 2017
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The Big 50: Detroit Tigers ›By Tom Gage, Foreword by Alan Trammell
EPUB
ISBN 9781633197947Published Apr 2017
The Big 50: Detroit Tigers: The Men and Moments that Made the Detroit Tigers is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Tigers the Tigers. Award-winning beat writer Tom Gage recounts the living history of the Tigers, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Big 50: Tigers brilliantly brings to life the Tigers' remarkable story, from Ty Cobb and Kirk Gibson to the rollercoaster that was the "Bless You Boys" era to Justin Verlander's no-hitters and up to today.
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds ›By Chad Dotson, By Chris Garber, Foreword by Marty Brennaman
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629375410Published Apr 2018
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The Big 50: Minnesota Twins ›By Aaron Gleeman
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629375427Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Minnesota Twins is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that have made the Twins the Twins. Experienced sportswriter Aaron Gleeman recounts the living history of the Twins, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Minnesota Twins brilliantly brings to life the Twins' remarkable story, from Harmon Killebrew and Kirby Puckett to the roller coaster that was the 1991 World Series to the rise of Joe Mauer and up to new stars like Miguel Sano.
The Big 50: St. Louis Cardinals ›By Benjamin Hochman, Foreword by Tony La Russa
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629375366Published May 2018
The Big 50: St. Louis Cardinals is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that make the Cardinals the Cardinals. St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Benjamin Hochman recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Stan Musial, Bob Gibson, Mark McGwire, Albert Pujols, and Yadier Molina.
The Big 50: Boston Red Sox ›By Evan Drellich, Foreword by Kevin Youkilis
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629375656Published May 2018
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The Big 50: St. Louis Cardinals ›By Benjamin Hochman, Foreword by Tony La Russa
EPUB
ISBN 9781633199866Published May 2018
The Big 50: St. Louis Cardinals is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that make the Cardinals the Cardinals. St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Benjamin Hochman recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Stan Musial, Bob Gibson, Mark McGwire, Albert Pujols, and Yadier Molina.
The Big 50: St. Louis Cardinals ›By Benjamin Hochman, Foreword by Tony La Russa
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ISBN 9781633199880Published May 2018
The Big 50: St. Louis Cardinals is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that make the Cardinals the Cardinals. St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Benjamin Hochman recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Stan Musial, Bob Gibson, Mark McGwire, Albert Pujols, and Yadier Molina.
The Big 50: Boston Red Sox ›By Evan Drellich, Foreword by Kevin Youkilis
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ISBN 9781633199958Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Boston Red Sox is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Sox the Sox. Experienced sportswriter Evan Drellich recounts the living history of the Red Sox, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the team's remarkable stories, from Ted Williams to David Ortiz, to the roller coaster that was the 2004 playoffs, to the team's subsequent World Series championships and current stars like Mookie Betts.
The Big 50: Boston Red Sox ›By Evan Drellich, Foreword by Kevin Youkilis
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ISBN 9781633199972Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Boston Red Sox is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Sox the Sox. Experienced sportswriter Evan Drellich recounts the living history of the Red Sox, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the team's remarkable stories, from Ted Williams to David Ortiz, to the roller coaster that was the 2004 playoffs, to the team's subsequent World Series championships and current stars like Mookie Betts.
The Big 50: Boston Red Sox ›By Evan Drellich, Foreword by Kevin Youkilis
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ISBN 9781633199965Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Boston Red Sox is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Sox the Sox. Experienced sportswriter Evan Drellich recounts the living history of the Red Sox, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the team's remarkable stories, from Ted Williams to David Ortiz, to the roller coaster that was the 2004 playoffs, to the team's subsequent World Series championships and current stars like Mookie Betts.
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds ›By Chad Dotson, By Chris Garber, Foreword by Marty Brennaman
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781633199903Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Reds the Reds. Experienced sportswriters Chad Dotson and Chris Garber recount the living history of the Reds, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Big 50: Reds brilliantly brings to life the Reds remarkable story, from Johnny Bench and Barry Larkin to the roller coaster that was Pete Rose to the team’s 1990 World Series championship and Todd Frazier’s 2015 Home Run Derby win.
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds ›By Chad Dotson, By Chris Garber, Foreword by Marty Brennaman
PDF
ISBN 9781633199910Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Reds the Reds. Experienced sportswriters Chad Dotson and Chris Garber recount the living history of the Reds, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Big 50: Reds brilliantly brings to life the Reds remarkable story, from Johnny Bench and Barry Larkin to the roller coaster that was Pete Rose to the team’s 1990 World Series championship and Todd Frazier’s 2015 Home Run Derby win.
The Big 50: Minnesota Twins ›By Aaron Gleeman
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781633199934Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Minnesota Twins is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that have made the Twins the Twins. Experienced sportswriter Aaron Gleeman recounts the living history of the Twins, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Minnesota Twins brilliantly brings to life the Twins' remarkable story, from Harmon Killebrew and Kirby Puckett to the roller coaster that was the 1991 World Series to the rise of Joe Mauer and up to new stars like Miguel Sano.
The Big 50: Minnesota Twins ›By Aaron Gleeman
EPUB
ISBN 9781633199927Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Minnesota Twins is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that have made the Twins the Twins. Experienced sportswriter Aaron Gleeman recounts the living history of the Twins, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Minnesota Twins brilliantly brings to life the Twins' remarkable story, from Harmon Killebrew and Kirby Puckett to the roller coaster that was the 1991 World Series to the rise of Joe Mauer and up to new stars like Miguel Sano.
The Big 50: St. Louis Cardinals ›By Benjamin Hochman, Foreword by Tony La Russa
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781633199873Published May 2018
The Big 50: St. Louis Cardinals is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that make the Cardinals the Cardinals. St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Benjamin Hochman recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Stan Musial, Bob Gibson, Mark McGwire, Albert Pujols, and Yadier Molina.
The Big 50: Minnesota Twins ›By Aaron Gleeman
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ISBN 9781633199941Published Apr 2018
The Big 50: Minnesota Twins is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that have made the Twins the Twins. Experienced sportswriter Aaron Gleeman recounts the living history of the Twins, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Minnesota Twins brilliantly brings to life the Twins' remarkable story, from Harmon Killebrew and Kirby Puckett to the roller coaster that was the 1991 World Series to the rise of Joe Mauer and up to new stars like Miguel Sano.
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds ›By Chad Dotson, By Chris Garber, Foreword by Marty Brennaman
EPUB
ISBN 9781633199897Published Apr 2018
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The Big 50: Green Bay Packers ›By Drew Olson, By Jason Wilde, Foreword by Bob Harlan
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629375243Published Sep 2019
The Big 50: Green Bay Packers is an amazing look at the fifty men and moments that have made the Packers the Packers. Longtime sportswriters and radio host Drew Olson and Jason Wilde recount the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. The Big 50: Green Bay Packers brilliantly brings to life the historic franchise's remarkable story, from Vince Lombardi and Bart Starr to Brett Favre, Reggie White, Aaron Rodgers, and beyond.
The Big 50: Philadelphia Flyers ›By Sam Carchidi, By Wayne Fish
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629376202Published Nov 2019
The Big 50: Philadelphia Flyers is a lively, comprehensive look at the 50 men and moments that made the Flyers the Flyers. Experienced sportswriters Sam Carchidi and Wayne Fish recount the living history of the franchise, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. This collection brilliantly brings to life the team#&39;s remarkable story, from its growing pains as an expansion team to the Broadstreet Bullies era, to more recent stars like captain Claude Giroux.
The Big 50: New York Rangers ›By Steve Zipay, Foreword by Pete Stemkowski
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629375724Published Oct 2019
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The Big 50: Chicago Bears ›By Adam Jahns
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629377612Published Oct 2020
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The Big 50: New York Rangers ›By Steve Zipay, Foreword by Pete Stemkowski
EPUB
ISBN 9781641253468Published Oct 2019
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The Big 50: New York Rangers ›By Steve Zipay, Foreword by Pete Stemkowski
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ISBN 9781641253482Published Oct 2019
The Big 50: New York Rangers is a lively, comprehensive look at the 50 men and moments that made the Rangers the Rangers. Experienced sportswriter Steve Zipay recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. This collection brilliantly brings to life the team's remarkable story, from its Original Six roots to stars like Mark Messier and Henrik Lundqvist, to the team's unforgettable 1994 Stanley Cup win.
The Big 50: New York Rangers ›By Steve Zipay, Foreword by Pete Stemkowski
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641253475Published Oct 2019
The Big 50: New York Rangers is a lively, comprehensive look at the 50 men and moments that made the Rangers the Rangers. Experienced sportswriter Steve Zipay recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. This collection brilliantly brings to life the team's remarkable story, from its Original Six roots to stars like Mark Messier and Henrik Lundqvist, to the team's unforgettable 1994 Stanley Cup win.
The Big 50: Philadelphia Flyers ›By Sam Carchidi, By Wayne Fish
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ISBN 9781641253512Published Nov 2019
The Big 50: Philadelphia Flyers is a lively, comprehensive look at the 50 men and moments that made the Flyers the Flyers. Experienced sportswriters Sam Carchidi and Wayne Fish recount the living history of the franchise, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. This collection brilliantly brings to life the team#&39;s remarkable story, from its growing pains as an expansion team to the Broadstreet Bullies era, to more recent stars like captain Claude Giroux.
The Big 50: Philadelphia Flyers ›By Sam Carchidi, By Wayne Fish
EPUB
ISBN 9781641253499Published Nov 2019
The Big 50: Philadelphia Flyers is a lively, comprehensive look at the 50 men and moments that made the Flyers the Flyers. Experienced sportswriters Sam Carchidi and Wayne Fish recount the living history of the franchise, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. This collection brilliantly brings to life the team#&39;s remarkable story, from its growing pains as an expansion team to the Broadstreet Bullies era, to more recent stars like captain Claude Giroux.
The Big 50: Philadelphia Flyers ›By Sam Carchidi, By Wayne Fish
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641253505Published Nov 2019
The Big 50: Philadelphia Flyers is a lively, comprehensive look at the 50 men and moments that made the Flyers the Flyers. Experienced sportswriters Sam Carchidi and Wayne Fish recount the living history of the franchise, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. This collection brilliantly brings to life the team#&39;s remarkable story, from its growing pains as an expansion team to the Broadstreet Bullies era, to more recent stars like captain Claude Giroux.
The Big 50: Green Bay Packers ›By Drew Olson, By Jason Wilde, Foreword by Bob Harlan
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641253536Published Sep 2019
The Big 50: Green Bay Packers is an amazing look at the fifty men and moments that have made the Packers the Packers. Longtime sportswriters and radio host Drew Olson and Jason Wilde recount the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. The Big 50: Green Bay Packers brilliantly brings to life the historic franchise's remarkable story, from Vince Lombardi and Bart Starr to Brett Favre, Reggie White, Aaron Rodgers, and beyond.
The Big 50: Green Bay Packers ›By Drew Olson, By Jason Wilde, Foreword by Bob Harlan
EPUB
ISBN 9781641253529Published Sep 2019
The Big 50: Green Bay Packers is an amazing look at the fifty men and moments that have made the Packers the Packers. Longtime sportswriters and radio host Drew Olson and Jason Wilde recount the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. The Big 50: Green Bay Packers brilliantly brings to life the historic franchise's remarkable story, from Vince Lombardi and Bart Starr to Brett Favre, Reggie White, Aaron Rodgers, and beyond.
The Big 50: Green Bay Packers ›By Drew Olson, By Jason Wilde, Foreword by Bob Harlan
PDF
ISBN 9781641253543Published Sep 2019
The Big 50: Green Bay Packers is an amazing look at the fifty men and moments that have made the Packers the Packers. Longtime sportswriters and radio host Drew Olson and Jason Wilde recount the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. The Big 50: Green Bay Packers brilliantly brings to life the historic franchise's remarkable story, from Vince Lombardi and Bart Starr to Brett Favre, Reggie White, Aaron Rodgers, and beyond.
The Big 50: New York Yankees ›By Peter Botte, Foreword by Bernie Williams, Foreword by Chazz Palminteri
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629377544Published Apr 2020
Longtime columnist Peter Botte recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Lou Gehrig, Derek Jeter, and Aaron Judge.
The Big 50: Philadelphia Phillies ›By Scott Lauber, Foreword by Larry Anderson
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629377537Published Apr 2020
The Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Mike Schmidt, Chase Utley, Roy Halladay, and Bryce Harper.
The Big 50: Philadelphia Phillies ›By Scott Lauber, Foreword by Larry Anderson
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ISBN 9781641254359Published Apr 2020
The Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Mike Schmidt, Chase Utley, Roy Halladay, and Bryce Harper.
The Big 50: Philadelphia Phillies ›By Scott Lauber, Foreword by Larry Anderson
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ISBN 9781641254342Published Apr 2020
The Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Mike Schmidt, Chase Utley, Roy Halladay, and Bryce Harper.
The Big 50: Philadelphia Phillies ›By Scott Lauber, Foreword by Larry Anderson
EPUB
ISBN 9781641254335Published Apr 2020
The Philadelphia Inquirer's Scott Lauber recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Mike Schmidt, Chase Utley, Roy Halladay, and Bryce Harper.
The Big 50: New York Yankees ›By Peter Botte, Foreword by Bernie Williams, Foreword by Chazz Palminteri
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ISBN 9781641254328Published Apr 2020
Longtime columnist Peter Botte recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Lou Gehrig, Derek Jeter, and Aaron Judge.
The Big 50: New York Yankees ›By Peter Botte, Foreword by Bernie Williams, Foreword by Chazz Palminteri
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641254311Published Apr 2020
Longtime columnist Peter Botte recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Lou Gehrig, Derek Jeter, and Aaron Judge.
The Big 50: New York Yankees ›By Peter Botte, Foreword by Bernie Williams, Foreword by Chazz Palminteri
EPUB
ISBN 9781641254304Published Apr 2020
Longtime columnist Peter Botte recounts the living history of the team, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Lou Gehrig, Derek Jeter, and Aaron Judge.
The Big 50: New York Giants ›By Patricia Traina
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629376219Published Sep 2020
Longtime sportswriter Patricia Traina explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brilliantly brings to life the historic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Taylor, Strahan, Parcells, Manning, and more.
The Big 50: Chicago Blackhawks ›By Jay Zawaski, Foreword by Dave Bolland
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629377728Published Nov 2020
Longtime radio analyst Jay Zawaski explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Toews, Kane, Mikita, Chelios and more.
The Big 50: Detroit Red Wings ›By Helene St. James, Foreword by Chris Osgood
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629377773Published Oct 2020
Longtime sportswriter Helene St. James explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise’s remarkable story, including greats like Howe, Yzerman, Lidstrom, Datsyuk, and more.
The Big 50: New York Giants ›By Patricia Traina
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ISBN 9781641255431Published Sep 2020
Longtime sportswriter Patricia Traina explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brilliantly brings to life the historic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Taylor, Strahan, Parcells, Manning, and more.
The Big 50: New York Giants ›By Patricia Traina
EPUB
ISBN 9781641255417Published Sep 2020
Longtime sportswriter Patricia Traina explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brilliantly brings to life the historic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Taylor, Strahan, Parcells, Manning, and more.
The Big 50: Chicago Bears ›By Adam Jahns
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ISBN 9781641255370Published Oct 2020
Longtime sportswriter Adam L. Jahns explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Ditka, Payton, Urlacher, and more.
The Big 50: New York Giants ›By Patricia Traina
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641255424Published Sep 2020
Longtime sportswriter Patricia Traina explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brilliantly brings to life the historic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Taylor, Strahan, Parcells, Manning, and more.
The Big 50: Chicago Bears ›By Adam Jahns
EPUB
ISBN 9781641255356Published Oct 2020
Longtime sportswriter Adam L. Jahns explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Ditka, Payton, Urlacher, and more.
The Big 50: Chicago Bears ›By Adam Jahns
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641255363Published Oct 2020
Longtime sportswriter Adam L. Jahns explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Ditka, Payton, Urlacher, and more.
The Big 50: Detroit Red Wings ›By Helene St. James, Foreword by Chris Osgood
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ISBN 9781641255462Published Oct 2020
Longtime sportswriter Helene St. James explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise’s remarkable story, including greats like Howe, Yzerman, Lidstrom, Datsyuk, and more.
The Big 50: Chicago Blackhawks ›By Jay Zawaski, Foreword by Dave Bolland
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641255394Published Nov 2020
Longtime radio analyst Jay Zawaski explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Toews, Kane, Mikita, Chelios and more.
The Big 50: Detroit Red Wings ›By Helene St. James, Foreword by Chris Osgood
EPUB
ISBN 9781641255448Published Oct 2020
Longtime sportswriter Helene St. James explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise’s remarkable story, including greats like Howe, Yzerman, Lidstrom, Datsyuk, and more.
The Big 50: Chicago Blackhawks ›By Jay Zawaski, Foreword by Dave Bolland
EPUB
ISBN 9781641255387Published Nov 2020
Longtime radio analyst Jay Zawaski explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Toews, Kane, Mikita, Chelios and more.
The Big 50: Chicago Blackhawks ›By Jay Zawaski, Foreword by Dave Bolland
PDF
ISBN 9781641255400Published Nov 2020
Longtime radio analyst Jay Zawaski explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise's remarkable story, including greats like Toews, Kane, Mikita, Chelios and more.
The Big 50: Detroit Red Wings ›By Helene St. James, Foreword by Chris Osgood
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641255455Published Oct 2020
Longtime sportswriter Helene St. James explores the living history of the team, counting down from number fifty to number one. This dynamic and comprehensive book brings to life the iconic franchise’s remarkable story, including greats like Howe, Yzerman, Lidstrom, Datsyuk, and more.
The Big 50: Chicago Cubs ›By Carrie Muskat, Foreword by Anthony Rizzo
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641255905Published Apr 2021
The Big 50: Chicago Cubs is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Cubs the Cubs Longtime MLB scribe Carrie Muskat recounts the living history of the team. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Ernie Banks, Ryne Sandberg, Ron Santo, Anthony Rizzo, and more. With dozens of interviews compiled over years of intimate access to the team, this is the perfect primer for new Cubs fans and an essential addition to a seasoned fan's collection. The Big 50 series take a deep dive into the fifty best figures and historical moments that make a team. Other Big 50 titles on Chicago sports include: •The Big 50: Chicago Bears •The Big 50: Chicago Blackhawks
The Big 50: Chicago Cubs ›By Carrie Muskat, Foreword by Anthony Rizzo
EPUB
ISBN 9781641255899Published Apr 2021
The Big 50: Chicago Cubs is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Cubs the Cubs Longtime MLB scribe Carrie Muskat recounts the living history of the team. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Ernie Banks, Ryne Sandberg, Ron Santo, Anthony Rizzo, and more. With dozens of interviews compiled over years of intimate access to the team, this is the perfect primer for new Cubs fans and an essential addition to a seasoned fan's collection. The Big 50 series take a deep dive into the fifty best figures and historical moments that make a team. Other Big 50 titles on Chicago sports include: •The Big 50: Chicago Bears •The Big 50: Chicago Blackhawks
The Big 50: Chicago Cubs ›By Carrie Muskat, Foreword by Anthony Rizzo
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ISBN 9781641255912Published Apr 2021
The Big 50: Chicago Cubs is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Cubs the Cubs Longtime MLB scribe Carrie Muskat recounts the living history of the team. Learn about and revisit the remarkable stories, featuring greats like Ernie Banks, Ryne Sandberg, Ron Santo, Anthony Rizzo, and more. With dozens of interviews compiled over years of intimate access to the team, this is the perfect primer for new Cubs fans and an essential addition to a seasoned fan's collection. The Big 50 series take a deep dive into the fifty best figures and historical moments that make a team. Other Big 50 titles on Chicago sports include: •The Big 50: Chicago Bears •The Big 50: Chicago Blackhawks
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays ›By Shi Davidi, Foreword by Dan Shulman
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781629378916Published May 2021
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Blue Jays the Blue Jays. In this revised and updated edition, longtime sportswriter Shi Davidi recounts the living history of the Blue Jays, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays brilliantly brings to life the Blue Jays remarkable story, from Dave Stieb and Roy Halladay to the roller-coaster that was Roberto Alomar to Joe Carter's 1993 World Series–winning home run and the unforgettable 2016 postseason.
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays ›By Shi Davidi, Foreword by Dan Shulman
Mobipocket
ISBN 9781641256384Published May 2021
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Blue Jays the Blue Jays. In this revised and updated edition, longtime sportswriter Shi Davidi recounts the living history of the Blue Jays, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays brilliantly brings to life the Blue Jays remarkable story, from Dave Stieb and Roy Halladay to the roller-coaster that was Roberto Alomar to Joe Carter's 1993 World Series–winning home run and the unforgettable 2016 postseason.
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays ›By Shi Davidi, Foreword by Dan Shulman
PDF
ISBN 9781641256391Published May 2021
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Blue Jays the Blue Jays. In this revised and updated edition, longtime sportswriter Shi Davidi recounts the living history of the Blue Jays, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays brilliantly brings to life the Blue Jays remarkable story, from Dave Stieb and Roy Halladay to the roller-coaster that was Roberto Alomar to Joe Carter's 1993 World Series–winning home run and the unforgettable 2016 postseason.
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays ›By Shi Davidi, Foreword by Dan Shulman
EPUB
ISBN 9781641256377Published May 2021
The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Blue Jays the Blue Jays. In this revised and updated edition, longtime sportswriter Shi Davidi recounts the living history of the Blue Jays, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays brilliantly brings to life the Blue Jays remarkable story, from Dave Stieb and Roy Halladay to the roller-coaster that was Roberto Alomar to Joe Carter's 1993 World Series–winning home run and the unforgettable 2016 postseason.
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds ›By Chad Dotson, By Chris Garber
Trade Paper
ISBN 9781637275719Published Mar 2025
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Reds the Reds. Experienced sportswriters Chad Dotson and Chris Garber recount the living history of the Reds, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Big 50: Reds brilliantly brings to life the Reds remarkable story, from Johnny Bench and Barry Larkin to the roller coaster that was Pete Rose to the team’s 1990 World Series championship and Todd Frazier’s 2015 Home Run Derby win.
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds ›By Chad Dotson, By Chris Garber
EPUB
ISBN 9781637275733Published Mar 2025
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Reds the Reds. Experienced sportswriters Chad Dotson and Chris Garber recount the living history of the Reds, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Big 50: Reds brilliantly brings to life the Reds remarkable story, from Johnny Bench and Barry Larkin to the roller coaster that was Pete Rose to the team’s 1990 World Series championship and Todd Frazier’s 2015 Home Run Derby win.
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds ›By Chad Dotson, By Chris Garber
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ISBN 9781637275726Published Mar 2025
The Big 50: Cincinnati Reds is an amazing, full-color look at the 50 men and moments that made the Reds the Reds. Experienced sportswriters Chad Dotson and Chris Garber recount the living history of the Reds, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. Big 50: Reds brilliantly brings to life the Reds remarkable story, from Johnny Bench and Barry Larkin to the roller coaster that was Pete Rose to the team’s 1990 World Series championship and Todd Frazier’s 2015 Home Run Derby win.
Press Releases
The Big 50: Chicago Cubs
The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Cubs
By Carrie Muskat / Foreword by Anthony Rizzo
Contact: Bill Ames, Triumph Books, 312.676.4256, b.ames@triumphbooks.com
The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Cubs is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Cubs the Cubs. Longtime MLB scribe Carrie Muskat recounts the living history of the team and revisits the most remarkable stories of the franchise, featuring greats like Ernie Banks, Ryne Sandberg, Ron Santo, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, Javy Baez and more.
The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Cubs takes a deep dive into the fifty best figures and historical moments that have make the team such a unique and special franchise. Muskat weaves together tales of Cubs history into this fine collection, including stories such as:
- Game 7 of the World Series, an 8-7 extra inning, rain-delayed victory that generations of Cubs fans will never forget
- Being inside the Friendly Confines during Kerry Wood’s historic 20-strikeout day in his fifth career start on May 6, 1998
- How Billy Williams has passed along knowledge he learned from Rogers Hornsby in 1959 to recent generations of Cubs players
- How much time Andre Dawson spent in the trainer's room to prepare for that day's game
- A chapter on Mordecai "Three Fingers" Brown, who pitched in four World Series for the Cubs (1906, '07, '08 and '10) and has one of the most appropriate nicknames in the game
- Lesser known stories on the Shawon-O-Meter, the tragic death of Ken Hubbs and Hank Sauer, the Mayor of Wrigley Field in the 1950s
With dozens of interviews compiled over years of intimate access to the team, The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made the Chicago Cubs is the perfect primer for new Cubs fans and an essential addition to a seasoned fan's collection.
About the Author:
Carrie Muskat spent nearly two decades as the Cubs beat writer for MLB.com. She is the author of Banks to Sandberg to Grace: 5 Decades of Love & Frustration with Chicago Cubs.
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