Full Count: The Education of a Pitcher

Jim Abbott was born with a deformed right hand. Doctors told his parents that he would never be able to play baseball. But Abbott refused to let his disability define him. He went on to become a successful pitcher in the major leagues, pitching for the California Angels, New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, and Milwaukee Brewers.

Full Count: The Education of a Pitcher

by David Cone

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	21290 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	401 pages

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In his memoir, Full Count, Abbott chronicles his journey from a young boy with a dream to a successful pitcher in the major leagues. He writes about the challenges he faced, the sacrifices he made, and the lessons he learned along the way.

Full Count is an inspiring story about overcoming adversity and achieving your dreams. It is a must-read for anyone who has ever faced challenges in their life.

Chapter 1: The Early Years

Abbott was born in Flint, Michigan, in 1967. He was born with a deformed right hand, which was missing three fingers and a thumb. Doctors told his parents that he would never be able to play baseball. But Abbott refused to let his disability define him. He began playing baseball at a young age, using a specially designed glove that allowed him to grip the ball with his left hand.

Abbott faced many challenges as a young baseball player. He was often teased by other children, and he had to work harder than other players to improve his skills. But Abbott never gave up on his dream of playing in the major leagues.

Chapter 2: The College Years

Abbott attended the University of Michigan on a baseball scholarship. He played for the Michigan Wolverines for three seasons, and he helped the team win the College World Series in 1986. Abbott was drafted by the California Angels in the first round of the 1988 Major League Baseball draft.

Abbott made his major league debut with the Angels in 1989. He pitched in the major leagues for 10 seasons, and he compiled a record of 87-108 with a 3.94 ERA. Abbott was a three-time All-Star, and he won the American League Comeback Player of the Year Award in 1993.

Chapter 3: The Challenges

Abbott faced many challenges throughout his career. He had to overcome the prejudice of some people who believed that he could not play baseball because of his disability. He also had to deal with the physical challenges of pitching with one hand.

But Abbott never let the challenges get in his way. He worked hard to improve his skills, and he never gave up on his dream. He proved to everyone that he could be a successful pitcher in the major leagues.

Chapter 4: The Lessons

Abbott learned many valuable lessons throughout his career. He learned the importance of perseverance, determination, and hard work. He also learned the importance of believing in yourself and never giving up on your dreams.

Abbott's story is an inspiration to everyone who has ever faced challenges in their life. It shows that anything is possible if you set your mind to it.

Full Count is a must-read for anyone who has ever faced adversity. It is an inspiring story about overcoming challenges and achieving your dreams. Abbott's story is a reminder that anything is possible if you set your mind to it.

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Full Count: The Education of a Pitcher

by David Cone

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	21290 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	401 pages

FREE