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TOP BASEBALL DOCUMENTARY FILMS
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Harvey's Wallbangers: The 1982 Milwaukee BrewersHarvey's Wallbangers: The 1982 Milwaukee Brewers
Buy used from: $5.42
What can I say? Of course, I am biased! I grew up a die hard Milwaukee Brewers fan. County Stadium was heaven to me. Cecil Cooper was my hero. Relive the Brew Crew magic that found its way bac to Milwaukee after 26 years without a postseason game.
Nine Innings From Ground Zero: The 2001 World Series DVDNine Innings From Ground Zero: The 2001 World Series DVD
Buy new: $23.99
Powerful! It will make the hair on the back of your neck stand up. Say what you will of George W. Bush, but he hummed a strike at Yankee Stadium at a critical time in our country. Plus, relive the late inning heroics and Derek Jeter's come out of nowhere cut off throw that saved a crucial run.
Nine Innings From Ground Zero: The 2001 World SeriesNine Innings From Ground Zero: The 2001 World Series
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Let's also not forget the inredible tribute this film pays to memory and honor of the 9 11 victims and the strength and courage of the NYPD and NYFD.
The Life and Times of Hank GreenbergThe Life and Times of Hank Greenberg
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A very important, compelling story that somehow seems to have been lost for too many decades. Thank God this documentary sheds some light on this courageous hero, RBI king, Hank Greenberg.
When It Was a Game - Triple Play CollectionWhen It Was a Game - Triple Play Collection
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You might as well buy all three! You won't want to miss a single minute!
When It Was a GameWhen It Was a Game
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Like all good trilogies, the first one is the best. One-of-a-kind footage, touching music, and powerful voice overs from famous actors like James Earl Jones. Beautiful baseball poetry read throughout the film. Plus, the footage of the Gashouse Gang playing pepper is perhaps the most poetic of all. That and Ted Williams loose swing that accidentally whips a bat int the crowd.
When it Was a Game 2When it Was a Game 2
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This one is just a percentage point or two behind the first film. The first one won only by a nose at the photo finish.
When It Was a Game 3When It Was a Game 3
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Like, I said, you might as well buy the trilogy and save on shipping.
Baseball - A Film By Ken BurnsBaseball - A Film By Ken Burns
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Long but worth it. (You might also want to buy a seat cushion.) After sitting trough the entire documentary, you will kick butt on every baseball trivia question that ever comes your way.
Yankee Stadium: Baseball's Cathedral (With Collectable Ticket & Coin)Yankee Stadium: Baseball's Cathedral (With Collectable Ticket & Coin)
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The House that Ruth built. Of course, you have to buy it and pay homage to one of the greatest symbols of American sports.
Subway Series: The Golden EraSubway Series: The Golden Era
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Relive it or live it for the first time. Either way you will want it in your collection.
Baseball's Most Unbreakable FeatsBaseball's Most Unbreakable Feats
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It's always interesting to hear people's thoughts on this stumper of a question. I would have picked Lou Gehrig's mark, but look what Ripken did to it. That goes to show you anything is possible if you show up for work. I would bet on Cy Youngs most wins but Joe Dimaggio's 56 game hit streak is a close second. Watch this film and all your arguments will become stronger.
Baseball's Greatest Legends - Diamond MemoriesBaseball's Greatest Legends - Diamond Memories
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You can't get enough of these guys.
The Emerald Diamond - Deluxe Edition DVDThe Emerald Diamond - Deluxe Edition DVD
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $8.50
Who knew?
A Player to Be Named LaterA Player to Be Named Later
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $10.96
Every fan should understand the road traveled to make it to the Big Leagues. A lot of hard work, luck, bus rides, and fast food.