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Baseballissimo: The rise and fall of Dave Bidini, the accidental hero who saved the Toronto Blue Jays

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Dave Bidini, Former Toronto Blue Jays General Manager, Author Of Baseballissimo Baseballissimo Dave Bidini

By Dave Bidini

Published by Viking Canada, 2022

Baseballissimo

by Dave Bidini

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5879 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	360 pages

: 9780735281400

304 pages

Baseballissimo is the story of Dave Bidini's unlikely journey from a small-town boy with a passion for baseball to the general manager of the Toronto Blue Jays. It's a story of triumph and heartbreak, of success and failure, and of the enduring power of the game of baseball.

Bidini's love of baseball began at an early age. He grew up in a small town in Ontario, Canada, and spent countless hours playing the game with his friends. As he got older, his passion for baseball only grew stronger. He played in high school and college, and even had a brief stint in the minor leagues.

In 1989, Bidini's dream of working in baseball came true when he was hired as the Blue Jays' director of player development. He quickly rose through the ranks, and in 1997, he was named the team's general manager.

Bidini's tenure as GM was a tumultuous one. The Blue Jays won the World Series in 1993, but they also endured some lean years. Bidini was fired in 2001, but he remained a beloved figure in Toronto.

Baseballissimo is a candid and revealing memoir. Bidini writes about his struggles with depression and anxiety, his relationships with his family and friends, and his love of the game of baseball.

Baseballissimo is a must-read for any fan of baseball or Toronto Blue Jays history.

Praise for Baseballissimo

"Baseballissimo is a beautifully written and deeply moving memoir. Bidini is a gifted storyteller, and his passion for baseball is evident on every page. This is a book that will resonate with anyone who has ever loved the game." -Michael Ondaatje, author of The English Patient

"Baseballissimo is a must-read for any fan of baseball or Toronto Blue Jays history. Bidini's candor and wit make this book a truly special read." -Bob Elliott, Sportsnet

"Baseballissimo is a poignant and honest memoir. Bidini's journey is one that will inspire anyone who has ever struggled with adversity." -The Globe and Mail

Baseballissimo

by Dave Bidini

4.2 out of 5