From the author of ""The Final Season"" and ""The Road to Cooperstown"", this is a collection of essays, articles, and letters celebrating the great moments and personalities of Detroit's rich baseball history. The story of the Tigers, like that of Detroit itself, is one of resilience and patience. It's also a personal one: Detroit Tigers baseball has flowed through generations of families. The articles in this book capture those stories and the Tigers' spirit, tracing the franchise from 1902 up through the arrival of ""Pudge"" Rodriguez in 2004. With contributions from some of the greatest sports writers and athletes, as well as other local journalists and loyal fans, this entertaining volume charts the highs and lows of an extraordinary team.