I Love Baseball

Reconciliation Press is proud to present "I Love Base Ball", a classic story of friendship and courage set against the backdrop of America’s national pastime. It’s the summer of 1869 in the bustling riverfront city of Cincinnati, Ohio. Steamboats churn the Ohio River as the Nation’s ever-expanding economy thrives in the wake of the Civil War. Two 16-year-olds, Charlie Martin and his best friend Luther Robinson, love “base ball” and follow the exploits of America’s first professional base ball team — the undefeated Cincinnati Red Stockings and their 51-game winning streak. When an untimely death and a ruthless shipping magnate end Charlie and Luther’s dream for a Greater Cincinnati Youth Club ball field and grandstand, the boys suspect foul play. Charlie and Luther dig in their heels and square off against one of Cincinnati's most powerful men, risking their honor, friendships and freedom to right a grievous wrong. So “Batter up!” and let the game begin!