Matt Mitchell Knihy

Explain away your bad at-bats and imperfect pitches—and have your friends laugh at the same time!In  Baseball's Best Excuses , author Joshua Shifrin takes a witty approach in helping baseball players make sense of their worst days on the diamond. The next time a player leads his or her team in defeat, he or she can always explain the woeful performance with “The guy batting after me is terrible.” Or after a bad pitching outing, players might try to explain the mishap with, “I couldn’t control my fastball."Shifrin has crafted loads of funny—but all-too-real—excuses for pros and amateurs alike. Examples Whether you want to motivate the amateur in your life or laugh away embarrassing mistakes in your own game,  Baseball's Best Excuses  is a must-read. Complete with laugh-out-loud full-color cartoons, this book makes for the perfect gift.

In a harsh world where vulnerability is met with cruelty, the narrative explores the struggles of characters who face relentless challenges. Themes of resilience and the quest for understanding are central as individuals navigate their harsh realities. The story delves into the complexities of human nature, examining how kindness can emerge in the bleakest circumstances. As characters confront their fears and the societal injustices around them, they seek connection and hope amidst despair.

Explain away your bad casts or your tiny catch—and have your friends laugh at the same time!