The Die-Hard Sports Fan's Guide to Boston

Book excerpt: Boston isn't just passionate about sports--it's obsessed. The Die-Hard Sports Fan's Guide to Boston is the first and only comprehensive guide to the incredible range of spectator sporting events in and around the Hub. Discover the heart and soul of Boston among the fans at Fenway Park, the mobs lining the route of the Boston Marathon, the tailgaters at Boston College, and the crowds celebrating yet another championship for the Pats, Sox, and Celts. Paying tribute to Boston's legendary sports history, and covering everything from the Red Sox farm teams to the Head of the Charles, Christopher Klein provides the practical information devoted fans need: How to get tickets--even at the last minute; how save cash; where to score autographs; the best Boston sports bars (here and around the world); itineraries for out-of-town sports pilgrimages; and the "Top Ten Things All Boston Fans Must Do Before the Fat Lady Sings." Whether you're a rookie or an old-timer, The Die-Hard Sports Fan's Guide to Boston is your all-access ticket to the greatest sports city in the world.