The esteemed baseball historian and author of the new book, Remembering Fenway talks about switching sides,  the effects of free agency, and Nuns Day, amongst others. A fascinating conversation to commemorate MLB’s 2011 opening day.

SCOTT JACOBS

Harvey Frommer has written 41 sports books and knows baseball like the back of his hand.  In 2008 he wrote a book, Remembering Yankee Stadium, to commemorate the end of the House that Ruth Built.  It was a hit.  “A triple,” as he put it to me.  With Fenway’s 100th anniversary coming up he decided to write a book about “the opposition” — the hated Red Sox and their historic park.

The book which came out on March 1st is a fascinating trip down memory lane.  Starting with 1912, the year Fenway opened, and working all the way to present day, Frommer’s story-telling, along with entertaining and insightful excerpts from Red Sox players, employees, fans, and even governors coupled with a breath-taking array of old black and white pictures — one in particular, an overhead shot in the 1920’s of the fans all dressed in nice suits and hats is particularly telling– makes for one hell of a 100 year celebration.

The book is fantastic.  I’m not just saying that because I interviewed him.  It really is a work of art.  But enough about my opinion.  Here is my chat with the man who has all the knowledge, Harvey Frommer himself.  It’s a Juiced Sports exclusive. Enjoy!

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