By Jim Hunstein $19.95, 287 pages, soft cover 1, 2, 6, 9 are the first four of the ten numbers permanently retired by the St. Louis Cardinals. "1, 2, 6, 9…& Rogers" is the first book dedicated solely to these outstanding players (and one owner), some of the all-time greats of the game. Rogers Hornsby - The first great Cardinal who played before they wore numbers. 1-Ozzie Smith - The greatest shortstop ever and the favorite of a generation. 2-Red Schoendienst - 50 years of service as a player, coach, and manager. 6-Stan Musial - “The Man” says it all, simply the best ever. 9-Enos Slaughter - He epitomized all-out hustle all the time. 14-Kenny Boyer - The Captain, a true leader on and off the field. 17-Dizzy Dean - One its wildest characters of the Gashouse Gang. 20-Lou Brock - The team’s all-time base stealer and 15-year leadoff batter. 45-Bob Gibson - By far the greatest Cardinal pitcher. 85-Gussie Busch - Beloved owner of the team for 37 years. 42-Jackie Robinson - Every team retired the #42 of the man who broke the color barrier. |