The 1997 Baseball Season's Comprehensive Statistical Record is Presented. This almanac, compiled by the staff of Baseball Weekly, offers a user-friendly compilation of statistics for the 1997 season. It aims to serve as an indispensable resource for baseball enthusiasts, fantasy league participants, and Rotisserie players alike. The book details complete statistics for every player across all 28 major league teams, alongside significant statistical leaders from a wide array of minor leagues, little leagues, pony leagues, and college teams, providing an extensive overview of the sport's talent pool.

This almanac is presented as a practical resource for baseball fans, particularly those involved in fantasy or Rotisserie leagues, by providing comprehensive statistics for the 1997 season. The inclusion of data from various levels of play, from major leagues down to youth organizations, suggests a broad scope intended to capture a wide audience interested in player performance. Its utility is framed around its user-friendly compilation of stats, aiming to be a go-to reference for the year's baseball data.