Leonard Shecter

Leonard Shecter
Born(1926-09-05)September 5, 1926
New York City, US
DiedJanuary 19, 1974(1974-01-19) (aged 47)
New York City, US
EducationNew York University
Occupation(s)Journalist, author
Known forBall Four

Leonard Shecter (September 5, 1926 – January 19, 1974) was an American journalist and author.[1] He edited Jim Bouton's groundbreaking Ball Four, as well as its sequel, I'm Glad You Didn't Take It Personally.[2][3][4]

  1. ^ Cady, Steve (January 20, 1974). "Leonard Shecter, Sportswriter, 'Ball Four' Co-Author, Is Dead". The New York Times.
  2. ^ Cox, Ted (May 25, 2000). "Sports Section". Chicago Reader.
  3. ^ "40 Years After 'Ball Four,' Baseball Still Breaks Hearts". NPR.
  4. ^ Deford, Frank. "With any luck, this review will appear in Jim Bouton's third treatise, 'Son of...'". Sports Illustrated.