Pirates by the Numbers: A Complete Team History of the Bucs by Uniform Number

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The decision to add uniform numbers in 1932 transformed baseball, particularly for the Pittsburgh Pirates, whose debut with numbered jerseys coincided with their first Ladies Day. This book explores the significance of these numbers, highlighting Hall of Famers like Arky Vaughan and Roberto Clemente, both linked to the revered number 21. It chronicles the greatest, worst, and most unique players associated with each number, detailing their inaugural performances, home runs, and wins, creating a rich narrative for devoted Pirates fans.