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Mike Piazza's autobiography - the candid story of the greatest hitting catcher in the annals of baseball, from his inauspicious draft selection to his Hall of Fame-worthy achievements, and the abnormal controversies that proclaimed his career. Mike Piazza was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 62nd round of the 1988 baseball draft as a "courtesy get". The Dodgers never expected him to try out for the coffee lover - or other people. Mike experienced other ideas. Conquering his detractors, he became the National League Rookie of the entire year in 1993, broke the record for season batting average with a catcher, supports the record for career home works at his position, and was selected as an All Legend 12 times. Mike was groomed for baseball success by his ambitious, self-made dad in Pennsylvania, a classic father-son American-dream story. Using the Dodgers, Piazza set up himself as baseball's top offensive catcher; but the team never appeared willing to identify him as the franchise player he was. He joined up with the Mets and led those to the memorable 2000 World Series with their cross-town competitors, the Yankees. Mike explains to the storyplot behind his remarkable confrontation with Roger Clemens in that series. He addresses the steroid controversy that hovered around him and Major Category Baseball during his time and valuable perspective about them. Mike also addresses the rumours of being gay and details the excitement of his game-winning home run on September 21, 2001, the first baseball game played in New York following the 9/11 tragedy. On the way, he tells marvelous reports about teammates and competitors that baseball lovers will devour. Long Shot is informed with understanding, candor, laughter, and elegance. It's unexpected and inspiring, one of the fantastic sports autobiographies.
