100 Things Braves Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die

100 Things Braves Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die will help fans of the Braves get the most out of being a fan. It takes 135 years of Braves history and distills it to the absolute best and most compelling, identifying in an informative, lively, and illuminating way the personalities, events, and facts every Braves fan should know without hesitation. Numbers with huge impact, such as 1871, 755, and 363; nicknames such as 'Mound Rushmore' and 'Neon Deion'; plus memorable moments, singular achievements, and signature calls all highlight the list of 100.

Braves, Giants, Red Sox, Twins Fans Have Reason to Cheer
Baseball fans of the Atlanta Braves, San Francisco Giants, Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins rarely have much in common other than their love of the sport. But the expansion of Triumph Books' series '100 Things Fans Should Know or Do Before They Die' gives fans in each market a reason to look forward to the 2011 season. With added sidebars and other information, each book has more than 100 things that baseball fans should know if they want to win every argument with their friends. Not only are there new facts about each team in each book, but there are dozens of things for fans to try - monuments to visit, where to eat or drink and other special destinations that only "true" fans will want to experience. Prove your fanhood with your new copy of this book series with the four new editions: Atlanta Braves, San Francisco Giants, Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins.

100 Things Braves Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die Press Release

 

Most Atlanta Braves fans have taken in a game or two at Turner Field, have seen highlights of a young Hank Aaron, and have heard the story of the 1914 "Miracle Braves." But only real fans have traveled to Pearl to watch the Mississippi Braves, can recall all 14 of the franchise's no-hitters, and can tell you the only man to play for the Boston, Milwaukee, and Atlanta Braves.

 

In 100 Things Braves Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die, author Jack Wilkinson reveals the most critical moments and important facts about past and present players, managers, and teams that are part of this illustrious history. Scattered throughout the pages, you'll find some of the most famous games, players, traditions, and Braves lore to test your knowledge including:

 

• Numbers with a huge impact, such as 715, .438, and 40-40-40
• The origins of the Chop and the Chant
• The infamous night that team owner Ted Turner managed the Braves
• Babe Ruth's swan song season with the Boston Braves
• The SuperStation and how it helped make the Braves "America's Team"

 

Whether you're a die-hard booster from the days of Eddie Mathews or a recent supporter of Jason Heyward and the 2010 National League Wild Card team, these are the 100 things every fan needs to know and do in their lifetime. If you want to call yourself a true Braves aficionado, increase your knowledge of the franchise, and experience the full extent of Atlanta baseball, then 100 Things Braves Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is a must read.

 

About the Author:
Jack Wilkinson has written about sports since 1973. He worked for newspapers in Miami, Chicago, New York, and Atlanta and is a three-time Georgia Sportswriter of the Year. Jack is married to Janet Ward and is an official scorer for the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field, where his press box nickname is "E-6." This is his seventh book.

 

Contact: Josh Williams, Triumph Books, 312.252-1261, j.williams@triumphbooks.com

 

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