BEHIND THE MASK by DAVE PALLONE & Alan Steinberg (1990)

Description: Behind the Mask: My Double Life in Baseball by Dave Pallone (1990) Editorial Reviews Book Description A gay umpire offers a candid inside view of professional baseball, discussing his career and relating anecdotes about incidents on and off the field. From Library Journal Pallone's "double life"--a gay working as an umpire in the macho world of professional baseball--led to his release in 1988 by the National League, which claimed he had exhibited "unprofessional behavior." Pallone talks honestly about his controversial career, including his confrontation with Pete Rose during a 1988 Mets game, which cost Rose a 30-day suspension and a $10,000 fine; unfortunately, it cost Pallone his job. Pallone provides interesting comments about calling the pitches of such great pitchers as Steve Carlton and Nolan Ryan and theories on different aspects of the game, as well as revealing anecdotes about his gay love life. The book captures Pallone's torment: he wanted to admit his homosexuality publicly, but feared the consequences because of baseball's ingrained homophobia. Review A well written, interesting incite to life in baseball as a gay man!!! This story is a well written account of a gay man's life in the world of baseball. The coping with being gay and staying the closet to protect your loved ones and to keep a job you excelled at and loved. Can be enjoyed reading for everyone. The book is in a good used condition. · Please be serious about your bids. Checkout must be completed within 7 days of the close of auction. If payment is not received within this time period and you do not contact me to explain the reason, a dispute will be opened with eBay. If the dispute is not resolved within 5 business days, the order will be revoked and you may receive a strike from eBay. · Returns are only accepted IF: the description was inaccurate and you contact me within 3 days of receiving the item. Item must be returned in the condition at the time of shipping. Only the Bid amount will be refunded, as ALL shipping fees will be paid by the buyer. Check out my other items! N26 03/09/24

Price: 9.99 USD

Location: Plano, Texas

End Time: 2025-01-03T20:24:26.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.38 USD