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If you're a Yankee fan, then this is the DVD package for you. The biographies are not life stories in the classic sense, but closer to character studies of their subjects, using a combination of actual video and interviews (with the tiger, his teammates, friends, family, and reporters). In some cases, you get a look at their lives beyond baseball, like Bobby Murcer (broadcasting, charities), Rich Gossage (motivational speaking), Bernie Williams (music). Other focus on their home, like Mariano Rivera (Panama), or Willie Randolph (Brooklyn housing projects). Some highlight their connections -- Reggie Jackson's first meeting with Mickey Mantle, Phil Rizzuto in the pantheon of Yankee shortstops, or Ron Guidry coaching in spring. You also get the sense of the pain and endurance of players and their families: Ellie Howard breaking racial barriers, Lou Gehrig and ALS, Thurman Munson and his family -- with some truly touching family photographs of Thurm with his kids, as the opposite of his public grouchy persona. The discs also give coverage to Yankees who would otherwise not get their time: rattling through stacks of pitchers, for example, and Hall of Famers. There isn't enough video of guys like Bill Dickey or Allie Reynolds to get them full-length biographies, so these serve as salutes and nods to these heroes. The insights from teammates and opponents is fascinating...modern sluggers compare styles with Roger Maris and Lou Gehrig, for example. Opponents recall incidents in the 1978 World Series, Ron Guidry describes the Reggie-Billy brawl of 1977, and supporting players like Brian Doyle are insightful. There is also video from the archives for fallen players: Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams describe their 1941 seasons, Babe Dahlgren, Mickey Mantle, and Catfish Hunter turn up through the miracle of taped interviews, and when they're not available, in come historians like David Halberstam and sportswriting icons like Maury Allen to add depth. I cannot recommend this package too highly to a Yankee fan. Of course, a Boston Red Sox fan would not be too happy with this.....Read full review
This "GIANT" DVD set is what every Yankee fan has to buy if they actually do not know too much about great Yankees from the past. In every episode of YANKEEOGRAPHY you have the feeling that you actually lived those great moments in Yankees history thanks to a great commentary, great video library and of course a notable interest to show Yankees fan what those great athletes did to open the way for today’s Yankees players. It is a must have DVD for any Yankee fan interested in learning about the history of the franchise with most championships in any professional sports: THE NEW YORK YANKEES!!!!
Exceptional history of the most successful team and franchise in the history of sports, the New York Yankees. It is thoroughly entertaining, informative, and packed with all of that which has made, and continues to make, the Yankees a team that will always be remembered for such frequent EXCELLENCE !!!!!!
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Whether you are a Yankee fan or not, Yankeeography is a worthwhile investment for any baseball fan. It is a collection of player profiles that includes footage and commentaries nI'd never seen/heard before. There have been several Yankee dynasties and this collection provides some hints why. Who wouldn't want a franchise with Babe Ruth AND Lou Gehrig in the line-up or M Nevertheless, I would've like to see some team (vs. individual) coverage. The Yankees have been in some great pennant races that would make for great drama.
Baseball is the GREATEST game and the NY Yankees are the greatest team! Celebrate their most famous players with this fantastic 12 DVD set. Enjoy 34 player's career highlights, achievements and background. What motivated them, how were they feeling, thinking etc. Experience their greatest moments. Hosted by the voice of the New York Yankees, John Sterling. A FANTASTIC DVD set, Highly Recommended! And a message to any Redsox fan who thinks this "century" is all about them... That's the way last century started off and look how it ended up!
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