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The Iron Man.

Authors :
Kurkjian, Tim
Source :
Sports Illustrated; 2007 Commorative, Vol. 107, p20-27, 8p
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The article discusses the career of baseball Cal Ripken Jr. as the shortstop for the Baltimore Orioles. Ripken acquired the nickname "iron man" because of his record as the man who played in the most consecutive ball games, after smashing the record of Lou Gehrig in 1995. The author looks into the personal motivations in Ripken's life and how his love for baseball was the driving force behind his success.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0038822X
Volume :
107
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Sports Illustrated
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
25452687