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Name: The machine
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Author: Joe Posnanski

Joe Posnanski brings the 1975 Cincinnati Reds to life, detailing the team’s rise from spring training to the World Series. With a focus on the iconic lineup—Johnny Bench, George Foster, Joe Morgan, Cesar Geronimo, and Pete Rose—he outlines the moments that made the Reds a baseball dynasty. The book offers vivid insights into the team’s strategy, culture, and the record‑setting season that cemented the Reds’ place in sports history.

First publish date: 2009

Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Sports

Authors: Joe Posnanski

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