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4-6Millbrook Sports World series.
Ripken and Griffey--stars in their own right--are the sons of notable baseball figures, and the importance of family ties is noted in both volumes, which otherwise focus on games played, statistics earned, and career highlights--such as Ripken's record for playing the most consecutive games. Action photographs and an accessible, if glib, prose style will keep young sports fans engaged. Chronologies are included. Bib., ind.