A SEASON ON THE DRINK tells the remarkable true story of a ragtag softball team from the Saint Anthony Residence, one of the first wet houses in the country. Led by Marty Peterson, a former University of Minnesota baseball star turned chronic alcoholic, and a group of men battling addiction, the team defied expectations to achieve an undefeated season against corporate league opponents. Blending humor, heartbreak, and resilience, this powerful story celebrates unlikely triumphs and the surprising places where hope and redemption can be found.
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A Season On The Drink
Pat Harris
Saint Paul Leader & Uplifting Storyteller
Pat Harris is a dedicated Saint Paul leader with a lifelong commitment to public service who is a powerful, uplifting storyteller. His literary works embody the strength and spirit of the community, offering a compelling reflection of hope, resilience, and compassion.
Praise for A Season on the Drink
A Season on the Drink is a story of challenge, hope, and coming together as a team to do something extraordinary that can transform – even for a moment. For Marty and the Saint Anthony squad, and for all of us who lift bats to balls, the game carries them to a place of belonging. It’s a story of redemption, dignity and purpose. It's an excellent story that should be told.
Hall of Famer Dave Winfield
Upcoming Appearances
King Coil Book Fair
Thursday, November 20, 2025
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
King Coil Spirits
Join us at the monthly King Coil Book Fair, where local booksellers will be on hand with a variety of gift ideas. I will be signing books at the Next Chapter Booksellers table, where all of my proceeds will support Read with Me Minnesota.
Fitger’s Bookstore Signing
Saturday, November 22, 2025
3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Fitger’s Mall (bookstore located in the lower level)
Duluth, Minnesota
Get in the holiday spirit as Duluth classic Fitger’s kicks off the season. All of my proceeds will go to LISC Duluth.
Open Book MSP Author Event
Thursday, December 18, 2025
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Open Book Bookstore on the Main Mall of Terminal One – MSP International Airport
If you are traveling for the holidays, stop over to the Open Book author event in the Main Mall. All of my proceeds will go to the MSP Airport Foundation.
And if you are getting some sun in early 2026…
Venice Library Reading & Program
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
1:00 p.m.
Venice, Florida
Upcoming readings planned in Chicago, Billings, Washington DC, and more!