Extra Innings: My Life in Baseball

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The Indianapolis Indians have been one of America's premier minor-league franchises for decades under the leadership of Max Schumacher. "Extra Innings" reveals the many unforgettable players and moments of Schumacher's career with the Indianapolis Indians, which began in 1957. It includes the stories behind familiar names such as Harmon Killebrew, Dave DeBusschere, George Foster, Dave Concepcion, Pedro Borbón, and both Ken Griffey Sr. and Jr., Howard Kellman and "R-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-azor Shines," along with many others who have contributed to the Indian's colorful history. Max shares his stories about the team's historic ballparks, creative promotions, front office challenges, conflicts with major-league affiliates, and the thrills that only championships can bring. Schumacher is uniquely positioned to tell the backstories that will inform and delight fans of all ages and holds nothing back in this unique collection. -- back cover.