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Tom Yawkey: Patriarch of the Boston Red Sox2019 SABR Baseball Research Award Few people have influenced a team as much as did Tom Yawkey (1903 76) as owner of the Boston Red Sox. After purchasing the Red Sox for $1. 2 million in 1932, Yawkey poured millions into building a better team and making the franchise relevant again. Although the Red Sox never won a World Series under Yawkey's ownership, there were still many highlights. Lefty Grove won his three hundredth game; Jimmie Foxx hit fifty
2019 SABR Baseball Research Award Few people have influenced a team as much as did Tom Yawkey (1903-76) as owner of the Boston Red Sox. After purchasing the Red Sox for $1.2 million in 1932, Yawkey poured millions into building a better team and making the franchise relevant again. Although the Red Sox never won a World Series under Yawkey's ownership, there were still many highlights. Lefty Grove won his three hundredth game; Jimmie Foxx hit fifty home runs; Ted Williams batted .406 in 1941, and both Williams and Carl Yastrzemski won Triple Crowns. Yawkey was viewed by fans as a genial autocrat who ran his ball club like a hobby more than a business and who spoiled his players. He was perhaps too trusting, relying on flawed cronies rather than the most competent executives to run his ballclub. One of his more unfortunate legacies was the accusation that he was a racist, since the Red Sox were the last Major League team to integrate, and his inaction in this regard haunted both him and the team for decades. As one of the last great patriarchal owners in baseball, he was the first person elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame who hadn't been a player, manager, or general manager. Bill Nowlin takes a close look at Yawkey's life as a sportsman and as one of the leading philanthropists in New England and South Carolina. He also addresses Yawkey's leadership style and issues of racism during his tenure with the Red Sox.Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: University of Nebraska Press
Published: 02/01/2018
ISBN: 9780803296831
Pages: 560
Weight: 2.12lbs
Size: 8.90h x 8.06w x 1.69d
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Color: Multicolor, Size: 24 PACK
Our dog is a tennis ball addict and is more than thrilled with these! He occasionally tears one up but most last a few months.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2026
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My Doxie’s Absolute Favorite Fetch Toy – Who Knew Baby Balls Could Be So Paw-some?
I bought these colorful baby balls as a simple toy for my little one, but my furry bay claimed them as his own from day one! These small, bouncy balls are perfect for little dogs – they’re lightweight and easy to grip in his mouth, keeping him entertained for hours. No squeakers or stuffing to destroy, just pure, durable fun. If your pup loves a good game of fetch or just batting things around, these “baby” balls are a steal. Highly recommend!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great First Ball for a Puppy!
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Bought these small balls as the first real ball for my 3-month-old Boston Terrier puppy
He loves it!
Right away he picked one up and carried it around in his mouth all day
Perfect size for a tiny pup, bounces well, and he’s obsessed with fetching it
Holding up great so far during teething
Highly recommend for young puppies -simple, fun, and a big hit! 🐶❤️
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Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Best Dog Ball!!
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Our pug has been obsessed with this ball since we gave it to her — she even slept with it. Somehow it’s still in one piece, which never happens. Easily the best dog ball we’ve bought.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Difficult to destroy. Bounce really high.
Style: Squeaker, Size: Small (2 Pack)
Bought as a gift for a friend's small dog who dismantles tennis balls. He loves them. I have many years of experience with the product (in a larger size) for my big dog. He always had one either in his mouth or near him. They are pretty much indestructible.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026