As I remarked, lists are subjective. Solovey could almost always get ME out. The Head Game is rich with stories, lore, and history. With admirable simplicity Roger Kahn brings to modern readers part of the now forgotten history of the world's greatest, most balanced and most intriguing sport. Those who live in ignorance of the glories and pleasure of baseball are sadly deprived.
Baseball brings out the greatness in writers, and a lot of writers have baseball in their books.
The wealth of books is overwhelming. In any given year American publishers produce something like 50 to 100 brand new books on baseball, not to mention reprints and revisions. Some would rather suck sour lemons than read about baseball, but you and I are free to do so all day and all night. Right now I am compiling a baseball reading list anyone can have for free by calling or emailing. The amazing San Francisco Giants have won their eighth straight.