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George Weiss: Architect of the Golden Age Yankees

Name: George Weiss: Architect of the Golden Age Yankees
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Book Synopsis: The New York Yankees were the strongest team in the majors from 1948 through 1960, capturing the American League Pennant 10 times and winning seven World Championships. The average fan, when asked who made the team so dominant, will mention Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, Whitey Ford or Mickey Mantle. Some will insist manager Casey Stengel was the key. But pundits at the time, and respected historians today, consider the shy, often taciturn George Martin Weiss the real genius behind the Yankees’ success. Weiss loved baseball but lacked the ability to play. He made up for it with the savvy to run a team better than his competitors. He spent more than 50 years in the game, including nearly 30 with the Yankees. Before becoming their general manager, he created their superlative farm system that supplied the club with talented players. When the Yankees retired him at 67, the newly franchised New York Mets immediately hired him to build their team. This book is the first definitive biography of Weiss, a Hall of Famer hailed for contributing "as much to baseball as any man the game could ever know." Read more

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Discover the untold story of George Weiss: Architect of the Golden Age Yankees. While baseball fans may know the names of legendary players like Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle, few realize the undeniable impact of Weiss on the team's dominance. This captivating biography unveils the true genius behind the New York Yankees' 10 American League Pennants and 7 World Championships from 1948 to 1960.

What set Weiss apart was his unparalleled ability to run a team better than anyone else. Despite lacking the playing prowess himself, his deep love for baseball fueled his determination to excel. He spent over 50 years in the game, with almost 30 dedicated to the Yankees. Before ascending to the role of general manager, Weiss single-handedly created the team's superlative farm system, ensuring a steady stream of talented players to bolster their success.

When the Yankees retired Weiss at the age of 67, the newly formed New York Mets wasted no time in enlisting his services to build their team from scratch. This groundbreaking biography sheds light on the man hailed as a Hall of Famer, recognized for his unparalleled contributions to the sport.

Are you ready to delve into the life of an unsung hero who shaped the Golden Age Yankees? Immerse yourself in the magic of baseball history with this captivating biography of George Weiss. Don't miss out on the chance to gain a deeper understanding of the man who "contributed as much to baseball as any man the game could ever know." Get your copy now!

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