<b>From the #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Heat</i>, <i>Travel Team</i> and <i>Million-Dollar Throw.</i></b> <p/>Brian is living every baseball kid's dream: he is a batboy for his hometown Major League team. Brian believes that it's the perfect thing to bring him and his big-leaguer dad closer together. And if that weren't enough, this is the season that Hank Bishop, Brian's baseball hero, returns to the Tigers for the comeback of a lifetime. The summer couldn't get much better Until Hank Bishop starts to show his true colors, and Brian learns that sometimes life throws you a curveball.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Mike Lupica<br><b>Publisher:</b> Viking Books for Young Readers<br><b>Published:</b> 02/22/2011<br><b>Pages:</b> 272<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.59lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 8.22h x 5.57w x 0.76d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780142417829<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 9-12<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 5.7<br><b>Point Value:</b> 8<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Middle Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>135539 / Batboy<br><br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Mike Lupica is one of the most prominent sports writers in America. His longevity at the top of his field is based on his experience and insider's knowledge, coupled with a provocative presentation that takes an uncompromising look at the tumultuous world of professional sports. Today he is a syndicated columnist for the New York <i>Daily News</i>, which includes his popular "Shooti