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During a big baseball showdown at Green Lawn, a prized collection of baseballs belonging to Mr. Pocket disappears mid‑game. Police quickly pin the theft on the town’s umpire, suspecting a foul play. Three young friends—Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose—take it upon themselves to uncover the truth and clear the umpire’s name before the game ends. With clues hidden among the baseballs and the town’s characters, they navigate a mix of mystery and sportsmanship to solve the case and restore harmony to their community.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Ron Roy
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