Stew Thornley

"Includes jokes, limericks, knock-knock jokes, tongue twisters, and fun facts about baseball, basketball, football, hockey, golf, and more, and describes how to write your own jokes"--Provided by publisher.

For more than half a century, Minnesotans have been treated to the memorable players and teams of the Minnesota Twins. From the Ruthian blasts of Harmon Killebrew and Kirby Puckett to a successful brand of "small ball," the Twins have fielded competitive teams at Metropolitan Stadium, the Metrodome and Target Field. But prior to its arrival in 1961, the team also had a storied past in Washington that included Walter Johnson, the greatest pitcher of...

From Pig's Eye to a pig on the field, the long and rich legacy of the St. Paul Saints is central to the history of baseball in Minnesota. Celebrate the players, owners, managers, and fans- and the Saints' return to downtown St. Paul near the spot where the Olympic team first played in 1859.Some fans remember the historic Saints, which provided top- notch baseball in the years before the Minnesota Twins. Others grew up with the current St. Paul Saints,...

From the rickety to the palatial, ballparks have grown up with and defined baseball in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Some old-timers have vivid memories of cheering for Willie Mays and Roy Campanella at Nicollet and Lexington. Others marveled at a majestic Killebrew home run at the Met. Many a lucky resident celebrated two world championships in the Metrodome and witnessed one of the greatest pitching performances in World Series history. More recently,...

Profiles the Los Angeles Lakers basketball player, discussing his childhood in Philadelphia, his decision to skip college, and his success with the Lakers.

Discusses the personal life and baseball career of award-winning outfielder and hitter Ken Griffey, Jr., who became the youngest player in the major leagues on opening day in 1989.

Profiles the power forward for the San Antonio Spurs, discussing his childhood in the Virgin Islands, his college years with Wake Forrest, and the NBA Championship he helped the Spurs win in 1999.

A biography of the professional baseball player whose rookie year with the Atlanta Braves in 1995 culminated in a World Series victory.

Examines the life and career of baseball superstar Mark McGwire, from his earliest playing days to his record-breaking 1998 season.