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Doc

The Life of Roy Halladay

by Todd Zolecki
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Nobody's baseball story is like Roy Halladay's.He was born and raised to be a superstar. He was a first-round draft pick in 1995. He nearly threw a no-hitter in his second big-league start in 1998. But two years later, Halladay suffered arguably the worst season by any pitcher in baseball history. He was months away from being out of the game.Hall of Fame pitchers do not struggle like that. But Halladay vowed to change. He altered his pitching mechanics and rewired his brain to become one of the greatest pitchers of all time. How did Doc do it? Doc: The Life of Roy Halladay tells the remarkable story; based on more than 100 interviews with Halladay's family, friends, managers, coaches, teammates, and competitors, including extensive interviews with his wife, Brandy; comprehensive archival research; and previously unpublished commentary from Halladay himself. Doc not only tells the story of Halladay's illustrious baseball career in Toronto and Philadelphia, but his hard-driven adolescence, his lifelong personal struggles, and his motivation to pay forward the knowledge and philosophies that helped him achieve baseball greatness before his tragic death in 2017.This essential biography is a testimonial for baseball players and pitchers from high school to the big leagues still searching for their path to excellence, like Halladay. It's also a celebration and a profound exploration of a generational pitcher and a beloved teammate, friend, and family man.

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    May 5, 2020

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    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781641253918

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      • ISBN: 9781641253918
      • File size: 3832 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      May 1, 2020

      When two-time Cy Young winner and eight-time all-star Roy Halladay (1977-2017) tragically died, the world of baseball was devastated, as his love and passion for the game of baseball was unrivaled. Zolecki, Philadelphia Phillies beat reporter for MLB.com and author of The Rotation, has written the life story of Halladay, from his early career struggles to becoming one of the sport's most admired pitchers. Based on extensive interviews with his widow Brandy, along with other firsthand sources, Zolecki brilliantly captures Halladay's personal and professional life, giving a comprehensive look into his baseball career as a pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays from 1998 to 2009 and later the Philadelphia Phillies from 2010 to 2013. The author doesn't shy away from difficulties, including Halladay's shoulder and back injuries throughout the years, which lead to his retirement in 2013, as well as his tragic death in a plane crash in 2017. VERDICT Well written and thoroughly researched, this book celebrates Halladay's career while telling the story of a Hall of Famer who's legacy continues to be felt on the sport.--Gus Palas, Ela Area P.L., Lake Zurich, IL

      Copyright 2020 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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