The Missing Mitt

Frank and Joe ran over to where Jason was standing. Seconds later, the rest of the team and Coach Quinn were there.

“What's wrong, Jason?”

Jason didn't answer Coach Quinn. He was red in the face. He kicked at the pile of gear.

“Tell us what happened, Jason,” said Coach Quinn.

“My mitt!” said Jason finally. “Someone stole my lucky mitt. I can't play without it!”

The Jupiters heard the commotion and came over. Now both teams were there, surrounding Jason.

 

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SECRET FILES #2

The Missing Mitt

BY
FRANKLIN W. DIXON
ILLUSTRATED BY
SCOTT BURROUGHS

 

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CONTENTS

1 the big game

2 Racing the Clock

3 Practice Makes Problems

4 The Missing Mitt

5 The Six Ws

6 A Surprise Witness!

7 Strike Three, You're Out!

8 Triple Play

9 Deep in the Outfield

10 Secret File #2: A Home Run!

 

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