Bronc and his teammates have gone to Alaska for an exhibition series against a high school team which supplements its lineup with players from a nearby military installation. Bronc's friend, Fat Crompton, is distracted with the news his parents have separated and when Bronc tries to pitch to and shield his troubled catcher, he gets into serious trouble. In an attempt to protect Crompton, he offends the Alaskans, leaving his whole team caught in a...

The first year as the star pitcher is a difficult one since opposing teams seem to read his signals.