In her new book, The Magical Game: The Spirit and History of Baseball’s Superstitions, Rituals, and Curses, Addy Baird explores the deep-rooted superstitions in baseball, illustrated by legends like the Curse of the Billy Goat and the sale of Babe Ruth from the Red Sox to the Yankees. Baird, a passionate Mets fan, combines her interests in baseball and magic, discussing how luck and uncertainty create a unique environment for rituals. She also examines how modern changes in the game affect its mystical elements. The book appeals to both baseball enthusiasts and those intrigued by the concept of magic.
