Two Strike Noise - A Baseball History Podcast

Episode 317 - Tales from the Dugout - Dentures Edition

Sat, 16 May 2026 23:44:27 -0700

Jeff and Mark return and open with BP topics including Bobby Witt Jr.’s inside-the-park homer and a minor-league inside-the-park home run created when a fielder slid on a ball and unknowingly plugged it under the turf. They discuss Cal Raleigh ending an 0-for-38 slump by showering in full uniform, then going on the IL, and debate complaints about constant in-stadium audio at Yankee Stadium, including claims Aaron Judge wants Madison Square Garden-style energy and even signals the production booth. In Tales from the Dugout, Mark explains “Eddie Sissons Syndrome” for exaggerated baseball biographies, while Jeff shares an 1883 carrier-pigeon score delivery system and the story of Clarence “Climax” Blethyn’s dentures biting him during a slide. The show ends with Wax Pack Heroes from 2003 Topps, and there's a manager card!.

00:00 BP Weird Baseball Moments

15:04 Grounds Crew to Dugout Tales

16:36 Eddie Sissons Syndrome

20:43 Pigeon Scoreboard in 1883

23:30 Dentures Bite Back Story

30:34 Wax Pack Heroes

46:58 Streams and Signoff

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Episode 316 - MLB's Strangest Opening Day Oddities

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:58:55 -0700

Jeff and Mark kick off their opening day episode of Two Strike Noise by mocking the Giants’ version of the viral 9-9-9 challenge (mini hot dogs and one beer split into flight glasses) and complaining about MLB games being scattered across too many streaming platforms. They share quirky baseball items and stories, including a Royals rookie oversleeping, an MLB/Mountain Dew promo tied to 420-foot homers, Rays jerseys containing pieces of Tropicana Field’s hurricane-damaged roof, and a collector seeking ticket stubs from all 2,499 Carlton Fisk catching games. They then run through notable opening day history: Ruth homering at the first Yankee Stadium game (1923), Walter Johnson’s 15-inning shutout (1926), Bob Feller’s opening day no-hitter (1940), painted-stand suit stains in Boston (1946), Jackie Robinson’s debut (1947), the Seattle Pilots’ makeshift stadium (1969), Hank Aaron tying Ruth (1974), and umpire John McSherry’s fatal on-field heart attack and Marge Schott’s reaction (1996). And an episode wouldn't be complete without ripping some old baseball cards and playing Wax Pack Heroes.

00:00 Show Intro and Banter

01:15 Opening Day Vibes

01:37 Giants Botch 999

05:35 Baseball Streaming Chaos

09:00 MLB Seinfeld Style Oversleep

10:08 Mountain Dew 420 Promo

11:20 Rays Roof Jersey Patch

12:28 Carlton Fisk Ticket Hunt

13:50 First Pitch Record Story

17:26 Rolling Out Opening Day History

17:38 Yankee Stadium Ruth Homer

18:40 Walter Johnson 15 Innings

20:05 Feller Opening Day No No

22:44 Braves Green Paint Disaster

24:24 Jackie Robinson Debut

25:10 Seattle Pilots First Game

25:43 Stadium Chaos Opener

26:33 Hank Aaron Ties Ruth

28:13 Umpire Tragedy 1996

33:45 Wax Pack Heroes

47:40 Outro And Plugs

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Episode 315 - Tales from the Dugout, New Rules, Missing Coaches and Speedruns

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:11:11 -0700

Jeff and Mark open discussing Hideki Matsui’s scheduled lecture at the Japan Society of Fertilization and Implantation and how he became an ‘expert’ on the subject. They review minor-league rule experiments, including moving second base again, check-swing challenges, limiting batter timeouts, counting PitchCom issues as mound visits, reducing disengagements, and allowing starters to re-enter, plus a DH-related idea. They cover an NPB postseason rule expanding “ghost wins” in the Climax Series and MLB’s spring training re-measurements to calibrate automated strike zones, noting several players’ height changes. In “Tales from the Dugout,” they recount 1900 Giants players rescuing people from a fire before a game that ended in a stalled tie, a 1944 Reds-Braves game finished in 1:15 on 58 pitches, and odd baseball card stories involving Mike Proly’s empty-bench card and forged Little Sun autographs. The episode ends with a 2003 Topps Wax Pack Heroes matchup.

00:00 Podcast Cold Open

00:51 Matsui Fertility Lecture

02:35 Minor League Rule Experiments

07:06 NPB Ghost Wins Debate

08:33 Measuring Strike Zones

13:45 1900 Fire Rescue Antics

18:19 1944 Speedrun Game

22:51 Mike Proly is Missing Card

26:48 Little Sun Set Tease

27:47 Roper Over Jeter Chase

29:46 Backdoored Autograph Scandal

31:10 Mystery Card Hunt Segment

32:44 Wax Pack Heroes Begins

52:01 Wrap Up and Listener Teams

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Episode 314 - Ken Williams - The Deaball Slugger Nobody Noticed

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:06:20 -0700

Jeff and Mark open this week’s episode with some unique baseball history notes, including Andre Dawson’s Hall of Fame plaque, Ramon Laureano’s scratched spring start due to his new best boy, a forgotten Jay Johnstone’s prank, a “Very Reverend” arrested for stealing baseball card packs, and the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp using “Honey Drippers” as an alternate identity. The main story spotlights Browns outfielder Ken Williams’ remarkable 1922 season during Babe Ruth’s early suspension, detailing his league-leading power, 30–30 milestone, record feats, lack of MVP votes, a corked-bat controversy, and head injuries that helped end his career. The episode closes with Wax Packs Heroes from a 2003 Topps pack featuring some Hall of Famers and some not even close Hall of Famers.

00:00 Podcast Intro and Banter

01:24 Hall of Fame Cap Debate

03:41 Weird Spring Training Injuries

05:14 Jay Johnstone Prank Story

06:26 Reverend Card Theft Bust

09:20 Honey Drippers Name Revival

10:57 Main Story Ken Williams Begins

34:29 Wax Pack Heroes Returns

47:36 Wrap Up Plugs Farewell

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Episode 313 - Clowning Around

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:44:26 -0800

Jeff and Mark open with BP updates including Ben Davis cutting his kneecap to the bone with a chainsaw and Matt Waldron being hospitalized after hemorrhoid surgery, plus an immaculate-grid note that Josh Gibson pitched once and Cool Papa Bell pitched extensively with a winning record. They discuss Mets pitcher Ryan Lambert boosting velocity by eating up to 30 raw eggs a day and debate how baseball phrases dominate everyday language. The main topic covers the Indianapolis Clowns, a Negro American League team that blended high-level play with choreographed comedy (including the “magic circle,” a first baseman on stilts, and barnstorming life under segregation) while still winning, including the 1950 pennant, and featuring a brief 1952 stint by Henry Aaron before the Braves bought his contract for $10,000. They add that the Clowns signed women players like Toni Stone and inspired the film The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings, then finish with a 2003 Topps Wax Pack Heroes round featuring players like Hideo Nomo, Alfonso Soriano, Orlando Hudson, Roberto Alomar, Larry Walker, and “Young Bong.”

00:00 Podcast Cold Open

00:54 Ben Davis Chainsaw Massacre

03:41 Dude Wipes and Waldron

05:33 Immaculate Grid Oddities

08:38 Raw Eggs for Velocity

11:28 Baseball Phrases Everywhere

15:16 Meet the Indianapolis Clowns

34:25 Wax Pack Heroes

50:13 Wrap Up And Plugs

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Episode 312 - Jackie Jensen, The 'Golden Boy' to the 'Grounded Boy'

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:10:36 -0800

Jeff and Mark open the episode by diving into some Pacific Northwest baseball deep-cuts, starting with the 14-year career of Darnell Coles and the search for his possible lone existing mural. They cover a run of opening day oddities, including Tuffy Rhodes’ three-homer barrage against Doc Gooden in '94 and Harry Caray’s confusion over fans spending their honeymoon at Wrigley Field. The guys also look at the current state of Rookie of the Year droughts for the Padres and Guardians and mourn the loss of the MLB.tv discount to the "ESPN corporate machine."

The main feature covers the complex life of Jackie Jensen, the only man to play in a Rose Bowl, a World Series, and an MLB All-Star Game. From his "Golden Boy" status at Cal to being the hand-picked successor to Joe DiMaggio—only to be usurped by Mickey Mantle—the story follows Jensen's MVP peak in Boston and the paralyzing "AV-Phobia" that eventually forced him out of the game. The episode closes with a high-stakes Wax Pack Heroes battle featuring 2003 Topps.

00:00 Welcome
01:23 The Darnell Coles Deep-Dive
04:59 Opening Day '94: Tuffy Rhodes vs. Doc Gooden
07:59 Harry Caray Questions the Youth of America
11:30 ROTY Droughts
15:07 RIP MLB.tv Discounts and Sunday Night Local Broadcasts
18:39 Main Story: The Life and Legend of Jackie Jensen
44:36 Wax Pack Heroes: Big Hurt, Albert Pujols, and a Chris Snelling
55:36 Wrap-Up

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Episode 311 - Mickey Lolich, Why the Detroit Tigers Replaced a 31-Game Winner with a "Mailman" in the World Series

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:10:51 -0800

Jeff and Mark open the episode with early-season baseball energy (NCAA baseball starting, spring training nearing, and WBC chatter) before noting the passing of relief legend Elroy “Roy” Face and revisiting stories tied to Ralph Terry. They share a run of baseball oddities and news, including the White Sox adding bidets at a Japanese player’s request while misspelling his locker name, Hideo Nomo sausage race, and former Yankees pitcher Kei Igawa’s acting debut. They also discuss Puerto Rico WBC insurance issues, including Bad Bunny offering to cover premiums for Carlos Correa and Francisco Lindor, plus the Rangers’ planned Nolan Ryan bloodied-jersey replica giveaway tied to the Bo Jackson line drive.

The main feature is a career-focused tribute to recently deceased Tigers legend Mickey Lolich, from his childhood accident that helped turn him into a left-hander to his workhorse peak to his iconic 1968 World Series performance. The episode closes with the Wax Pack Heroes game from a 2003 Topps pack, along with show plugs and contact info.

00:00 Welcome Back to Two Strike Noise + Baseball Is Back
01:23 RIP Elroy “Roy” Face: The Baron of the Bullpen
04:59 Square-Dance Caller Dad & Other Roy Face Oddities
05:56 Japan Notes: Murakami, White Sox Bidets & a Name-Tag Fail
07:59 Baseball Players Are Children: NoMo’s Sausage Race & More
09:10 More Japan: Iga’s Acting Debut + Kuroda as TV Murderer
11:30 WBC Injuries & Insurance: Hamate Bones and Bad Bunny Steps In
13:07 Nolan Ryan Bloodied Jersey Giveaway (And the Ventura Mix-Up)
14:39 Main Story: The Life and Legend of Mickey Lolich
31:06 Time for Wax Pack Heroes: Mitch Roasted, Scoreboard Update & New Topps Hunt
49:36 Wrap-Up: Final Score, Where to Find the Show, Streams, Email & Baseball’s Back

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Episode 310 - Everybody Loves Addy (Joss)

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:13:21 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark explore the career of one of the most efficient pitchers in baseball history: Addie Joss. Known for his "corkscrew" delivery and a career ERA that remains the second-lowest of all time, Joss's life was cut short at just 31. The hosts detail the incredible 1911 Addie Joss Benefit Game, which brought together icons like Ty Cobb (in a borrowed jersey), Walter Johnson, and Cy Young for a cause that predated the official MLB All-Star Game by over two decades.
Before the history lesson, the BP segment covers the recent passing of Tigers legend Mickey Lolich, a strange trivia bit about Ozzy Smith’s fashion sense, and a look at Hall of Famers categorized by their home states. The episode concludes with a high-stakes round of Wax Pack Heroes, where Frank Robinson leads a 2003 Topps pack.

00:00 Intro: The Domingo Ramos Studio & "Ham Gravy" Origins
02:15 Non-Baseball Fact: Olive Oil and the Usurping of Popeye
04:30 BP Segment: Remembering Mickey Lolich (The Beer Drinker’s Idol)
08:50 1987 Tops Trivia: Ozzy Smith, Best Casual Dresser?
11:15 The "Other" Ozzy: Canseco’s Stint with the Cardinals
14:40 Hall of Famers by State: New York vs. California
19:20 WBC Woes: Insurance Issues and Javi Baez’s Suspension
23:05 The Human Hairpin: The Dominance of Addie Joss
38:40 Wax Pack Heroes: 2003 Topps Mega Pack Battle
54:20 Wrapping Up: Mickey Lolich Deep Dive Tease

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Episode 309 - Billy Hamilton was Ty Cobb Before Lou Brock Was Rickey

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:05:00 -0800

Dust off your spurs and grab your table-leg bats! In this episode, Jeff and Mark bridge the gap between the Old West and the diamond. We discuss why Wyatt Earp is buried in a San Francisco suburb and hunt for the best "Western" names in baseball history—from Hoot Gibson to the legendary Tony Tombstone.

Then, we dig into the career of the original Billy Hamilton. Long before Rickey Henderson or Lou Brock, there was a 5'6" powerhouse from a Massachusetts cotton mill who invented the headfirst slide and averaged over a run per game. We settle the score on his "lost" stolen base records and his fuming retirement letters to the Sporting News.

Finally, we travel back to the 1920s-40s for a special "Conlon Collection" version of Wax Pack Heroes, featuring a third baseman who could hold seven baseballs in one hand and a World Series riot involving flying bananas.

Show Chapters & Timestamps
[00:00] Intro:
[03:15] BP Segment: Truck Day, Blue Sky baseball, and watching 80s games.
[08:42] Rick Rizzs: Celebrating the legendary Mariners voice.
[11:20] Tombstone Connections: Why Wyatt Earp is buried near "High Pockets" Kelly.
[16:45] Western Baseball Names: From Doc Halladay to Dusty Baker and Pat Corrales.
[24:10] The Legend of Sliding Billy Hamilton
[42:30] Wax Pack Heroes (Vintage Edition)

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Episode 308 - Tales from the Dugout v_2026

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:18:53 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark celebrate being "back from the dead" after the holiday break with a look at the chaotic start to 2026. Discussing the weirdly specific reason why Kyle Farnsworth is the king of Iowa baseball searches, and a generous but suspicious offer of "steak for life" in Toronto. In the ‘Same Year, Same Disaster’ category, perennial idiots re-emerge. Lenny Dykstra’s Pennsylvania traffic stops and John Rocker’s latest crusade against hotel bar staff in Columbus. The main event features a debate on King Felix’s Hall of Fame credentials—measuring peak dominance against a lack of help—and a legendary locker room confirmation regarding Greg Maddox’s specific brand of "sanitary" pranks. The episode wraps up with a curated edition of Wax Pack Heroes decide the first victory of the new year.

00:00 Welcome Back to Two Strike Noise
00:45 Mike Kingery and College Memories
01:11 Tombstone: A Western Classic
03:21 Lenny Dykstra's Latest Shenanigans
04:26 John Rocker's Controversial Antics
08:29 Tales from the Dugout: Light Edition
10:21 Daniel Vogelbach: From Player to Coach
14:08 Felix Hernandez: Hall of Fame Debate
22:05 Greg Maddux's Infamous Pranks
26:07 Bo Bichette's Steak for Life Offer
28:53 Kyle Farnsworth: Iowa's Most Searched Pitcher
31:34 Boomer Boosts Kyle Farnsworth's Popularity
32:55 Most Hated Players in Franchise History
37:43 Wax Pack Heroes: The Game Begins
54:36 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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Episode 307 - Ross Grimsley: Baseball’s Dirtiest Hair, Slowest Pitch, and Strangest 20 Game Winner

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 12:16:38 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark dig into one of the strangest success stories of the 1970s: Ross “Scuz” Grimsley, the pitcher who looked like he threw 100 mph and won by barely breaking 50. Before the deep dive, the show warms up with some classic Two Strike Noise chaos — including a bizarre Mariners stat involving pitchers named Erik, Andre Agassi’s son pitching in international baseball, a Japanese pitcher debuting a J-pop–inspired glove, and a listener trivia question that quietly ruins everyone’s confidence. The main event is Grimsley’s improbable career arc. A first-round pick with the Reds, he wins early, gets traded anyway, and becomes the ultimate anti-establishment figure in a league obsessed with clean hair and harder fastballs. With long, greasy hair, turquoise contact lenses, witch-provided lucky stones, and a pitch mix built entirely on deception, Grimsley carved out wins while driving traditionalists insane. The episode wraps up with a lively game of Wax Pack Heroes, where Jeff and Mark open 2002 Topps baseball cards, aiming to accumulate the highest WAR scores while reminiscing about the players featured.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter
01:01 Baseball Trivia: Mariners and Erics
03:20 Jaden Agassi and Highlight Sports
05:14 Unique Baseball Gloves and J-Pop
07:52 Listener Trivia Question
10:22 Ross Grimsley's Unconventional Career
28:36 Wax Pack Heroes: Baseball Card Game
55:58 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Episode 306 - Sig Jackuki, The Accidental Ace Who Saved the Saddest Franchise

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 11:51:08 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark bring listeners the extraordinary story of Sig Jakucki, a talented yet troubled pitcher whose career was marred by alcoholism. Despite his struggles, Jakucki played a crucial role in the St. Louis Browns' only pennant win in 1944. The duo dives into fascinating anecdotes from Jakucki's career, including his minor league antics and his legendary performance in the World Series. The episode rounds off with a competitive session of Wax Packs Heroes, featuring standout baseball cards from the 1998 Upper Deck series.

00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Recap
01:41 Thanksgiving Baseball Name Game
02:39 Contemporary Music and Baseball
07:27 Hall of Fame Voting Discussion
12:58 Historical Baseball Stats
16:57 Sig Jakucki: The Browns' Unlikely Hero
37:06 Wax Pack Heroes
01:06:54 Wrapping Up and Farewell

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Episode 305 - Before Valenzuela, How Mel Almada Broke MLB’s Barrier

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:32:31 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark start with humorous-ish banter and discuss various baseball history topics including a deep dive into the first Mexican-born MLB player, Mel Almada, and his significant contributions to the sport. They also explore the MLB MVP debate and recount a baseball game that caused a stir with international royalty. The hosts engage in a Thanksgiving-themed name game, exploring baseball player names related to the holiday. The episode concludes with the Wax Packs Heroes segment, featuring curated packs from a listener, before Jeff and Mark announce a break for Thanksgiving.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:56 Baseball MVP Debate
03:50 World Series Anecdotes
10:22 Thanksgiving Themed Name Game
17:11 Mel Almada: A Baseball Pioneer
29:48 Wax Pack Heroes
50:49 Concluding Remarks and Thanksgiving Break

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Episode 304 - Ted Kluszewski, Chuck Klein & Captain Kirk Walk Into a Bar

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 12:03:46 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark recount various intriguing baseball history stories. They discuss the recently concluded World Series that garnered the most viewers since 1991's thrilling series and listen to the funniest baseball joke ever told, according to William Shatner, while sitting atop a horse. Included is an exploration of historic player incidents involving Chuck Klein and Ted Kluszewski. The show touches on baseball's relationship with pop culture, mentioning appearances on The Simpsons and celebrity reputations. The episode concludes with Wax Packs Heroes, spotlighting nostalgic baseball cards and a friendly competition between Jeff and Mark.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:43 World Series Recap
05:26 Dodgers' Position Players Pitching
08:30 Contemporary Hall of Fame Ballot Discussion
10:04 MLB's Competitive Golf Tournament
11:06 Japanese TV Show and Shohei Ohtani
13:58 Trivia Question and Mascot Weight
16:34 Dave Winfield & Robin Givens….mom?
27:09 Chuck Klien, consistant HOFer
27:46 Snake Deal
29:46 A Historic Baseball Game in 1960
34:31 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Showdown
51:14 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Episode 303 - Frank Pastore & John Beradino, They Left Baseball — And Got Famous Anyway

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 12:42:03 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark dive into a variety of engaging topics. They kick off by discussing baseball players who stand out due to their 6,7 height. Jeff quizzes listeners on Chicago White Sox mascot Southpaw's weight in baseballs. They transition to humorous Pantone color discussions and a potential new curse linked to Colonel Sanders. The hosts reminisce about various '80s baseball movies and reveal Frank Pastor and John Bernardino's surprising careers post-baseball. Wrapping up, they play Wax Pack Heroes with a focus on 1990 Donruss cards, including notable players like Tim Wallach and Jim Abbott.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:20 Richie Sexton Studio and Tall Players
02:14 Trivia Time: South Paw's Weight
03:14 World Series and Pantone Colors
04:17 Colonel Sanders and a New Baseball Curse?
05:24 Bull Durham: The Musical
07:45 Lou Gehrig's Historic Jersey
09:38 Seinfeld and Baseball Cards
12:22 Players with Successful Post-Baseball Careers
30:31 Wax Pack Heroes: Baseball Card Game
44:42 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement

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Episode 302 - Mysterious Walker, Baseball's Mystery Man

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 11:53:00 -0700

This Halloween, Two Strike Noise digs into the eerie side of America’s pastime — haunted ballparks, ghostly players, and one pitcher who went by so many names they just called him Mysterious Walker.

Jeff & Mark unearth the weirdest stories ever to cross the foul line:

Boris Karloff playing baseball in full Frankenstein makeup
Night-shift ghosts at the Baseball Hall of Fame
Ghoulish player names and cursed team legends that feel too strange to be true

Then it’s back to reality — sort of — with another round of Wax Pack Heroes, opening vintage cards and revisiting cult favorites like Al Newman and Pete Incaviglia.

If you like baseball, Halloween, or stories that make you say “that can’t be real,” this is your episode.

00:00 Introduction and Halloween Special Announcement
01:20 World Series Ring Raffle and Spooky Baseball Quotes
02:56 Hollywood's Monsters Love Baseball
08:23 Haunted Baseball Hall of Fame
10:53 Spooky Baseball Names
17:46 The Mysterious Life of Frederick Mitchell Walker
33:01 Wax Pack Heroes: Opening the 1987 Tops Pack
56:50 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Episode 301 - Ryan Fagan: What Hall of Fame Voters Don’t Say Out Loud

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 12:39:50 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark cover the weird, the wonderful, and the downright unpredictable in baseball. Jeff pitches a Mariners World Series giveaway that’s either bold or a cruse, depending on your perspective, and the guys break down a marketing face-off between Seattle and Toronto.

They dig into the latest from Banana Ball — including new teams paying tribute to the Negro Leagues — and wonder if Trevor Bauer’s dominance in Japan is impressive or just a by-product of the league’s current beer shortage. There’s also an urgent public debate over whether the White Sox mascot Southpaw is due for a weigh-in.

The main feature: part two of Jeff’s conversation with Hall of Fame voter and veteran writer Ryan Fagan, diving into how ballots really get filled out, what voters wrestle with, and how the process could evolve. The episode wraps with another nostalgic pack of Wax Pack Heroes.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:18 Mariners World Series Ring Giveaway?
03:03 Creative Promo Battles: Mariners vs. Blue Jays
03:56 Savannah Bananas and Negro Leagues Collaboration
09:07 Japanese Baseball Updates
12:25 Trivia Time: How Much Does South Paw Weigh?
15:02 Baseball writer and HOF voter, Ryan Fagan
34:35 Wax Pack Heroes
51:20 Wrap up and Goodbyes

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Episode 300 - The Baseball Podcast About Nothing, But Also, the Seinfeld Episode

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 14:30:33 -0700

In this milestone 300th episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark are joined by Ryan Fagan, longtime Sporting News writer, Hall of Fame voter, and noted Seinfeld/baseball connoisseur. Together they finally tackle the crossover we’ve all been waiting for — Seinfeld and baseball.

From Keith Hernandez’s legendary cameo to George Steinbrenner’s unseen hand, the crew breaks down how baseball became the show’s unofficial fifth character. Ryan shares insider context from both the press box and the writer’s room, while Jeff and Mark connect the dots between sitcom absurdity and real-life dugout drama.

Along the way they revisit the fantasy camp episode, debate which ballplayer cameo aged best, and decide whether the Keith Hernandez two-parter might just be the most enduring sports cameo in television history.

Episode Timeline

00:00 Introduction – Episode 300!
03:10 Batting Practice – Baseball quirks, Operation Shut Down, and Miguel Montero
09:45 Meet Ryan Fagan – Sporting News, Hall of Fame voter, Seinfeld fan
13:20 When Baseball Met Seinfeld – Keith Hernandez, fantasy camp, and “The Boyfriend”
23:40 The Yankees Era – Steinbrenner’s appearances and Costanza’s chaos
33:25 Cameos & Callbacks – Jeter, Bernie Williams, Paul O’Neill, and beyond
42:05 Baseball’s Influence on Seinfeld – Competition, rituals, and superstition

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Episode 299 – Spahn vs. Marichal: Endurance, Willpower, and Willie

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 00:05:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss a historic baseball matchup between Juan Marichal and Warren Spahn, known as the greatest game ever pitched. They dive into the specifics of the 16-inning game where Marichal and Spahn delivered a masterclass in endurance and skill. The episode also features listener e-mail, debut’s and odd baseball names, updates on the latest MLB season, and a Wax Pack Heroes segment that takes a nostalgic look at some classic 1992 baseball cards.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter
00:33 Playoff Tensions and Mariners' Highlights
04:15 Listener Feedback and Fun Nicknames
11:05 Baseball Debuts and Retirements
18:15 The Greatest Baseball Game Ever Pitched
29:03 Wax Pack Heroes
46:39 Wrapping Up and Announcements

We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

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Episode 298 - Bo Belinsky, Pitcher, Playboy

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 11:46:53 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark kick off the show by discussing the sporadic schedule of their monthly baseball history podcast due to studio rentals. They dive into the history of Bo Belinsky, the Los Angeles Angels pitcher known as much for his Hollywood lifestyle as for his on-field performance. Belinsky's remarkable yet tumultuous career is explored, highlighting his brief success, off-field antics, and eventual downfall. The episode also features a detailed discussion on rankings of local TV and radio baseball announcers, with special attention to the Seattle Mariners team. Additionally, the duo engage in another round of Wax Packs Heroes, with Jeff ultimately taking the lead thanks to a lucky pull. They also talk about recent and nostalgic baseball anecdotes, making this episode a blend of history, humor, and friendly competition.

00:00 Introduction and Banter
04:11 Baseball Announcers and Rankings
09:48 Unique Baseball Moments and Trivia
18:42 Bo Belinsky: The Hollywood Pitcher
35:32 Wax Packs Heroes Game
57:37 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Episode 296 - The Iron Man of the Mound: Mike Marshall’s 1974 Season

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 13:47:07 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark open in the Jesus Montero Studio, where an ice cream sandwich has never been more dangerous. From there, the guys dig into a card-collecting dad-and-son duo who cornered the market on Greg Briley, a record-shattering Hall of Fame induction program, and John Kruk’s musings on clocks, vegans, and sandwiches.
They check in on the Little League World Series, where one Canadian kid has already labeled Juan Soto “overrated,” and highlight professional sluggers who quietly joined the 500-home run club outside MLB. Plus, anniversaries and debuts galore: Nolan Ryan’s 5,000th strikeout, Carmelo Martinez’s fly-ball “weakness,” Big Mac’s towel-wrapped sitcom cameo, and Dustin Pedroia’s Hall of Very Good candidacy.
The main feature this week is Mark’s deep dive into Mike Marshall — not the Dodgers first baseman, but the 1974 Cy Young–winning reliever whose 106 appearances, 208 innings, and obsession with kinesiology made him one of baseball’s most fascinating arms.
And as always, we wrap with another round of Wax Pack Heroes — where mullets, mustaches, and manager cards all come into play.

00:00 Introduction and Studio Banter
03:17 Baseball Card Collecting Adventures
06:00 Historic Baseball Memorabilia
08:16 John Kruk's Hilarious Commentary
10:00 Little League World Series Highlights
11:51 500+ Home Run Club
15:58 Baseball Debuts and Nostalgia
21:05 Mike Marshall: The Iron Man Reliever
32:46 Wax Pack Heroes Game
48:35 Final Thoughts and Outro

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Episode 296 - The Babe You Forgot, Babe Phelps

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 23:49:08 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark cover some fresh headlines around the game — including Mariano Rivera going down at Yankees Old-Timers’ Day, Jen Pawol breaking barriers behind the plate, and Fernando Rodney still firing arrows in Canada at age 48.
The main topic this week is Babe Phelps, one of baseball’s many “Babes,” but maybe the quirkiest of the bunch. From hitting .367 as a catcher, to Casey Stengel roasting his pitch-calling, to being nicknamed “The Grounded Blimp” after refusing to fly, Phelps collected as many roommate stories as base hits. Along the way, we meet a young Pee Wee Reese moving hotel furniture in his sleep, Tom Zachary hiding wallets on the floor, and even Babe Ruth bunking with Phelps on the road.
The episode wraps up with another round of Wax Pack Heroes, tearing open some cardboard to see which stars and oddballs pop out this week.

00:00 Introduction and Banter
01:13 Upcoming Milestone Episode
01:52 Yankees Old Timers Game
04:21 Jen Powel
08:08 Fernando Rodney's New Chapter
10:52 Baseball Players and Pokemon Cards
13:51 Babe Phelps: The Forgotten Babe
27:36 Wax Pack Heroes
48:16 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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Episode 294 - Why The Naked Gun’s Baseball Scene Is a Hall of Fame Comedy Moment

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 10:34:34 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss Shin-Soo Choo stepping in as director of Baseball Queen, a new reality series where former female athletes take on the challenge of learning baseball from scratch. They also cover some fresh player nicknames, memorable closer entrances, and notable big-league debuts.
The main topic this week is the legendary baseball finale of the original The Naked Gun — packed with hilarious gags, surprising cameos, and behind-the-scenes baseball trivia that turned this ninth-inning chaos into one of the funniest sports scenes in movie history.
The episode wraps up with another round of Wax Pack Heroes, ripping into a stack of 1988 baseball cards to see which stars, surprises, and forgotten names we uncover.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:38 Baseball Talk: Trade Deadline and Player Stats
03:57 Mariners Updates and Sin Chuchu's New Role
06:57 Little League World Series and Wholesome Moments
08:27 Two Strike Noise Origin and Baseball Nicknames
12:25 Debuts and Hall of Fame Discussions
17:02 Pop Culture and Baseball: The Naked Gun
40:00 Wax Pack Heroes: Baseball Card Game
57:51 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Episode 294 - Denny McLain, A Jerk with a Fastball

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:34:53 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss Mark’s recent experiences at Cooperstown's Hall of Fame induction, including interactions with various baseball legends like Johnny Bench, Juan Marichal, and Scott Rolen. The main topic this week is the notorious career of Denny McLain, detailing his rise to baseball stardom and subsequent fall due to controversies and legal troubles. The show wraps up with a preseason edition of Wax Pack Heroes, featuring a matchup of 1981 baseball cards.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
01:02 Cooperstown Hall of Fame Experience
11:35 Debuts and Baseball History
17:23 Denny McLain: A Pitcher's Journey
41:52 Wax Pack Heroes Game
55:01 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

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Episode 293 - Cobb and Ruth's Golf Adventure

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:03:21 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark (providing in-depth and pointedly observant pre-recorded comments from Cooperstown during Ichiro's Hall of Fame induction) discuss the news of Jim Clancy's passing and the shocking charges against the newest Do-Not-Talk-About-List member, Dan Serafini, Chris Carter's career and recent milestones, and the Hall of Fame weekend's special team hats. This week’s main segment features the legendary rivalry between Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth. The narrative dives into their ideological baseball differences and a historic charity golf series. Mark admits something about past Wax Pack Heroes games before the episode wraps up.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:24 Ichiro's Hall of Fame Induction
01:07 BP Segment: Remembering Jim Clancy and Dan Serafini
03:03 Chris Carter's Career Highlights
05:47 Hall of Fame Weekend Hats
09:19 Main Segment: Ty Cobb vs. Babe Ruth
20:08 Wax Pack Heroes
20:54 Closing Remarks

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Episode 292 - 1985 World Series, Glenn Frey versus Prince

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:10:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark discuss a range of baseball history topics, starting with a critique of Justin Verlander's recent performances, a wind-induced balk in the 1961 All-Star game and its parallels today. The talk shifts to notable debuts, including Babe Ruth and Cal Raleigh, and some colorful history involving Hal McRae. The main segment features guest Marshall Garvey discussing his book on the 1985 World Series, highlighting key moments in pop culture, sports, and the captivating 1985 World Series. The episode blends historical insights with nostalgic anecdotes and rounds off with a fun session of Wax Pack Heroes featuring memorable baseball cards.

Marshall Garvey:
Twitter/X: @MarshallGarvey
Official website: https://marshallpgarvey.com/
Instagram: marshalltheirish
Bluesky: marshall8507.bsky.social
Facebook: People can look me up there
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Interstate-85-Cardinals-Show-Me-American/dp/0826223273
Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/interstate-85-marshall-garvey/1146352383?ean=9780826223272
University of Missouri Press: https://upress.missouri.edu/9780826223272/interstate-85/
Substack: https://marshallgarveyy.substack.com/

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Episode 291 - Billy, The Mick and Whitey Go To The Copa

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 12:43:25 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark recount the infamous Brooklyn Yankees brawl at the Copa Cabana in 1957, involving Billy Martin, Mickey Mantle, and other Yankees players. They share anecdotes about the mob-run nightclub and the fallout of the incident on the Yankees' season. The hosts also explore player histories and quirky trivia when unboxing a pack of re-packed wax baseball cards, revealing some gems like…listen to find out who. The episode includes some strange Rockies stories, lightning strikes, and Fernando Tatis, Jr. suing people.

00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise
01:23 SABR Convention Highlights
03:09 Player Investment Scams
07:00 Rockies Lawsuit Drama
13:45 All Ryan Meetup at Coors Field
15:33 Baseball Debuts on June 27th
23:47 The Copa Cabana Incident
38:39 Wax Packs Heroes: Unboxing and Discussion
01:02:42 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

PopFly Pop Shop - https://popflypopshop.com/
Repacked Wax - https://repackedwax.com/

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Episode 290 - Dave Orr, Gentleman of Leisure & Baseball

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 01:26:11 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss fond memories of Tom Wilhelmson, before sharing a recap of Jeff’s Louisville Slugger visit, finding Pete Browning's grave, and trying to locate Chicken Wolf’s. The hosts touch on minor league name rebranding initiatives by John Oliver and brainstorm suggestions for the Erie SeaWolves. The episode also features notable historical baseball debuts and achievements from June 20th, including Bob Welch, Ivan Rodriguez, and Miguel Cabrera. The main segment focuses on the life and career of forgotten 19th-century baseball player Dave Orr. Finally, the Wax Packs Heroes game segment highlights memorable cards and players, including Jeff Reed and Kevin Mitchell.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:29 Baseball Memories and Anecdotes
01:37 Show Milestones and Listener Updates
03:07 Louisville Baseball Trip Highlights
06:12 Minor League Rebranding with John Oliver
10:11 Historical Baseball Debuts and Events
16:31 The Story of Dave Orr
29:25 Wax Pack Heroes: New Season
32:49 Scoring System and Pack Selection

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Episode 289 - Jefferson Burdick -The Cardfather

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 11:40:28 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark welcome listeners to another engaging dive into baseball history from the historic Eric Bedard studio. They begin with an amusing discussion on favorite saxophonists, highlighting Nationals reliever Jose Ferrer, who is self-teaching the saxophone via Youtube, it’s going great. They also discuss a surprising story about former MLB player Eric Anthony discovering his biological father was a Dodgers legend. They recount events in baseball history, including significant player debuts and unique player nicknames, and cover the important contributions of Jefferson Burdick to baseball card collecting. The episode wraps up with the climax of Wax Packs Heroes, with a dramatic game seven showdown featuring baseball cards from 1984, ultimately crowning this season's champion.

00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise
00:46 Warming Up with BP Segment
00:59 Saxophone Shenanigans
03:46 Baseball Family Discoveries
07:37 Historic Debuts and Player Highlights
15:28 Jefferson Burdick: The Ultimate Collector
25:32 Sweet Bread Bailey: A Forgotten Name
30:14 Wax Packs Heroes
01:06:52 Champ Summers: A New Meme
01:09:50 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

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Episode 288 - I Wanna Rock, Not Tim Raines Related

Fri, 30 May 2025 20:23:58 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss the impact of baseball in music videos, particularly MC Hammer's 'Too Legit to Quit,' featuring several pro athletes. The hosts provide updates on real-life events and baseball history, including Dick Schofield's unique playing stats, the Rockies' poor performance, and controversies around John Rocker's appearance on Survivor. The show wraps up with an exciting round of Wax Packs Heroes, showcasing baseball cards from 1985, including Mike Scott, Eddie Murray, and Tony Gwynn.

Grid For A Cure - https://youtube.com/live/a1jT4hyZ2Ns?feature=share
Jeff Pearlman - John Rocker clip - https://youtu.be/XwwGmgYyfCA?si=aLdoQACJ5f4ha3Fk

00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise
01:10 Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Oakland Ballers
03:41 Baseball in Music Videos
09:41 Listener Emails and Corrections
13:29 Rockies' Struggles and Immaculate Grid
17:58 Turkey Mike Donlin Stories
22:24 John Rocker on Survivor
34:18 Wax Pack Heroes
01:09:23 Wrapping Up and Announcements

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Episode 287 - Turkey Mike Donlin

Fri, 16 May 2025 00:05:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss Major League Baseball's lifting of lifetime bans on players like Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson amongst others, debating their Hall of Fame eligibility. They explore the legacy and off-field controversies of these players. Mark delves into the life of early 20th-century baseball figure Turkey Mike Donlin, a crossover sports and entertainment personality. The show wraps up with an exciting round of Wax Pack Heroes, featuring baseball cards from 1990, including iconic players like Ken Griffey Jr. and Kirby Puckett.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
01:06 Controversial MLB Announcement
01:34 Pete Rose and Hall of Fame Debate
05:17 Shoeless Joe Jackson and Hall of Fame Eligibility
09:51 Other Banned Players and Their Stories
11:07 Ralph Kiner's Family Connection
14:35 Baseball Uniforms and Traditions
15:18 Historical Baseball Debuts
22:01 Turkey Mike Donlin: Baseball's First Dual Threat
33:13 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Game
01:08:49 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

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Episode 286 - Baseball’s Boxscore Ghosts

Fri, 09 May 2025 00:05:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark catch up on some of the latest baseball history news, including Randy Bass receiving Japan's national medal, Wade Boggs holding a fishing world record, and 4 home run games. They explore historical anecdotes like Lou Proctor's phantom baseball appearance and unique career paths of players such as Mike Cameron and Ed Delahanty. The show also features the return of Wax Packs Heroes, where Jeff and Mark compete by comparing 1996 baseball cards. Amid humorous exchanges and fascinating baseball trivia, they highlight the dedication and quirks of past and present baseball figures.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:03 Randy Bass and The Order of the Rising Sun
02:07 Wade Boggs: The Blue Fish Record Holder
03:52 Four Home Run Games in Baseball History
06:35 Historic High-Scoring Games at Wrigley Field
13:53 Remarkable Debuts in Baseball History
16:03 Ghosts of Baseball: Forgotten Players
24:55 Wax Packs Heroes: The Card Game
30:31 Introduction to Robert Person's Career
53:39 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

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Episode 285 - The 1942 World Series Without A Home

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:05:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark kick off with a discussion on the passing of a significant figure in Italy and explore fascinating connections between religious figures and baseball. They delve into the 1942 Negro League World Series featuring Satchel Paige's Kansas City Monarchs against Josh Gibson's Homestead Grays. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by Negro League teams, quirky anecdotes, and the historic importance of the series. The episode concludes with Wax Packs Heroes, where Jeff and Mark have another intense card battle, showcasing baseball cards from the early '90s and discussing lesser-known players as well as legends, alongside their surprising pop culture appearances.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:44 Baseball and Current Events
01:15 Pope Connections in Baseball
05:41 Historical Baseball Debuts
14:20 Was He a Yankee?
18:46 1942 Negro League World Series
36:25 Wax Pack Heroes: Baseball Card Battle
01:03:31 Conclusion and Farewell

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Episode 284 - Gaylord Perry and the Art of the Spitball

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:05:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark cover a range of baseball history topics, including a legendary doubleheader between Lehman College and the Yeshiva Maccabees that ended both teams' extensive losing streaks. They delve into the storied career and infamous spitball tactics of Hall of Famer Gaylord Perry. The episode also highlights several notable baseball debuts, including Buck Weaver and Rod Carew. The show concludes with an intense round of Wax Pack Heroes featuring 1987 Topps cards, bringing nostalgia and competition to the forefront.

00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise
00:25 Baseball Banter: Favorite Players and Team Defense
01:53 The Double Header with a Twist
04:46 Earl Weaver's Pocket Mystery
07:37 Honoring Baseball Legends
08:20 Debuts and Historical Highlights
14:12 Gaylord Perry: The Spitball Legend
33:53 Wax Pack Heroes: The Ultimate Baseball Card Showdown
01:04:03 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

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Episode 283 - MLB’s Historical Opening Week

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 18:32:11 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark cover the action-packed first week of the baseball season. Highlights include PED suspensions, massive contracts, and bizarre events like drones on the field. They delve into unique stories including the crazy way Tom Hanks keeps score, strange happenings in college baseball, and curious historical anecdotes. The duo revisits historic MLB debuts and milestones, debates baseball cycles, and uncovers oddities like a cursed 1919 World Series baseball. The show concludes with an intense session of Wax Packs Heroes featuring virtual 1977 baseball cards.

00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise
00:25 Season Highlights and Shenanigans
02:19 Tom Hanks and His Typewriter Obsession
03:44 Controversies in College Baseball
08:32 Historic Baseball Tales
10:52 Debuts and Notable Players
17:41 Cycles and Historic Feats
22:10 Struggles and Superstitions
31:42 New Game: Was He a Yankee?
35:08 Wax Packs Heroes: Rules and Scoring
01:06:41 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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Episode 282 - New Orleans Pinchbacks & Secret Nine

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:05:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark delve into various aspects of baseball history, including the excitement around the start of the baseball season and a somber update on 2005 White Sox closer Bobby Jenks' battle with stomach cancer. They discuss the fascinating story of baseball in New Orleans and learn details about past teams and players from the area. The segment provides insight into potential MLB expansion that never came to be. The episode wraps up with Wax Packs Heroes, featuring detailed reviews of virtual 1963 baseball cards sent by a listener, highlighting some legendary players.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:16 Baseball Season Kickoff
01:31 Bobby Jenks' Update
02:53 MLB Discounts and Offers
04:15 Spring Training Stories
05:38 Paul Skenes' Rookie Patch
07:41 Eddie Vedder Cup Excitement
12:19 New Orleans Baseball History
26:22 Wax Packs Heroes
01:13:07 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Episode 281 - The Dark Prince of Baseball: Hal Chase's Legacy

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:05:00 -0800

In this week’s episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss Hal Chase, a notorious figure in early baseball history known for his exceptional talent and controversial involvement with gambling and game-fixing. The hosts delve into Chase's career, his disputes with managers, and his influence on the infamous 1919 Black Sox scandal. Additionally, they cover various baseball history topics, including the contributions of Angie Mentink to Mariners broadcasts and memorable baseball rule changes. The episode wraps up with another intense round of Wax Pack Heroes.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:50 Spring Training and WBC Qualifiers
02:18 Pete Rose and Hall of Fame Debate
04:51 Taiwan's Electronic Device Fine
06:17 Edmonton Prospects Rebranding
07:29 Historical Baseball Events on March 7th
11:39 Hal Chase: The Dark Prince of Baseball
39:46 Wax Packs Heroes
01:09:32 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

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Episode 280 - BaseBall Best Friends Forever: Germany Schaefer and Charlie O'Leary

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:05:00 -0800

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' hosts Jeff and Mark delve into various baseball history topics. They kick off with discussions on the Yankees' facial hair policy, ABS systems in spring training, and amusing feats and records related to player initials. The highlight of the episode is an in-depth look at legendary baseball best friends Germany Schaefer and Charlie O'Leary, sharing entertaining stories and antics that defined their baseball careers. They wrap up with a game of Wax Pack Heroes and other engaging baseball trivia.

SABR Germany Schaefer - https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/germany-schaefer/
SABR Tigers’ Germany Schaefer ‘wins by a nose’ after calling his shot - https://sabr.org/gamesproj/game/june-24-1906-schaefer-wins-by-a-nose/
SABR 58-year-old Charley O’Leary becomes oldest AL/NL player credited with a hit - https://sabr.org/gamesproj/game/september-30-1934-58-year-old-charley-oleary-becomes-oldest-al-nl-player-credited-with-a-hit/
The madcap life of Germany Schaefer, baseball’s clown prince - https://www.vintagedetroit.com/the-madcap-life-of-germany-schaefer-baseballs-clown-prince/?srsltid=AfmBOoqRNp-ZEnhqbU-bY5W00u8GAwcOmqpET6Fv-kyTzfYDdeR0ei3H

00:00 Introduction and Hosts Banter
00:44 Spring Training Updates and Yankees Facial Hair Policy
04:49 Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS) in Spring Training
08:31 Fun and Games: Bat Boy and Fantasy Football Punishments
09:58 Highest WAR by Initials: A Fun Exploration
16:24 Historical Baseball Antics: Germany Schaefer's Legendary Pranks
31:24 Charlie O'Leary's Baseball Journey
31:35 Germany Schaefer and Charlie O'Leary's Friendship
33:33 Charlie O'Leary's Unusual Baseball Career
36:49 Germany Schaefer's Vaudeville Adventures
38:24 Germany Schaefer's Compassionate Side
40:23 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Game
01:01:06 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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Episode 279 - Old Tyme Spring Training Stories and Myths

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:05:00 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss the thrill of spring training games and the metaphorical return of baseball season, with some humorous tangents on the Hallmark Channel? To celebrate Black History Month they recount historical tales involving the Negro Leagues, the first night game in 1932, the 1936 Summer Olympics with Mac Robinson, and the various antics of early 20th-century baseball players in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The show closes with a classic round of Wax Packs Heroes, where the battle for baseball card supremacy remains tightly contested.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:33 Spring Training Excitement
01:19 Hallmark Channel and Baseball
02:21 Listener Contributions and Curated Packs
03:34 Negro Leagues and Spring Training History
06:12 Franmil Reyes' Unique Training
08:31 New Rules and ABS System
14:34 Baseball Heists and Convictions
17:10 Night Baseball in the Negro Leagues
21:03 Mac Robinson: The Forgotten Olympian
25:28 More Spring Training Stories
35:16 Wax Packs Heroes: The Baseball Card Game
42:08 1990 Season Highlights
42:55 Trades and Team Changes
43:52 Player Stats and Achievements
46:05 Memorable Moments and Personal Stories
48:37 Player Profiles and Career Highlights
50:42 Unexpected Wins and Losses
55:03 Final Rounds and Surprising Facts
01:12:49 Conclusion and Farewell

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Episode 278 - The Salt Lake Trappers Go Streaking

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:05:00 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise hosts Jeff and Mark celebrate their 278th show, discussing the 1987 Salt Lake Trappers, holders of the longest winning streak in professional baseball history, with 29 consecutive wins. The episode also features an in-depth look at players from the Trappers' remarkable season and their historical impact. Additionally, Wax Pack Heroes returns with a special curated virtual pack sent by a listener, pitting Salt Lake Gulls players against Tacoma Yankees in a fun-filled baseball card showdown.

Trappers YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@29inarow/videos

00:00 Introduction
00:45 Spring Training Updates
01:02 Pitchers and Catchers Reporting
02:09 Consecutive Stolen Bases Record
04:47 Corky Miller: The Folk Hero
09:40 The 1987 Salt Lake Trappers Win Streak
33:45 Wax Pack Heroes
01:10:39 Closing Remarks

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Episode 277 - The Almost Best Last Seasons in Baseball History

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:13:53 -0800

Join Jeff and Mark on Two Strike Noise as they discuss some unusual and fascinating baseball moments, including a mercy rule no-hitter in the Caribbean Series, Albert Pujols' knack for hitting home runs upon request, and a former big leaguer making the transition to professional pickle-ball player. The main segment this week looks at some notable last seasons of baseball players. Hear about the unfortunate fates of players like Thurman Munson, Jose Fernandez, and Ray Chapman, and why some names were cut from Jeff's new YouTube video of top 10 list of best final seasons in MLB history. Plus, a tough Wax Pack Heroes showdown featuring nostalgic baseball cards.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:29 Spring Training and International Baseball
01:24 Caribbean Series Highlights
03:49 Albert Pujols and Seinfeld
05:33 Hall of Fame Voting Controversies
07:11 JD Martinez and Pickleball
08:55 Ruben Sierra's Unique Record
10:54 Longest Name Streaks in MLB
20:36 Tragic Baseball Stories
35:11 Wax Pack Heroes
01:09:43 Wrapping Up: Wax Packs Heroes and Closing Remarks

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Episode 276 - Baseball Adult Contemporary Era Hits

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:05:00 -0800

In this can’t miss episode of To Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark dive into the latest Hall of Fame inductees, discussing the quirks of players like Ichiro, CC Sabathia, and Billy Wagner. They then have a fun and nostalgic debate over Contemporary Era ballot nominees, including Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Kenny Lofton, comparing their career stats and Hall of Fame suitability. The duo wraps up with another thrilling round of their popular card game, Wax Pack Heroes, filled with humor and baseball trivia.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:36 Baseball Trivia and Friends References
02:25 Hall of Fame Inductees Discussion
11:16 Contemporary Era Hall of Fame Candidates
54:05 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Game
1:09:18 Wrapping Up and Social Media Plugs

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Episode 275 - More Cheaters In Baseball

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 15:03:46 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark delve into various baseball history topics, starting with the story of Cal Ripken Jr.'s minor league team, the Iron Birds, and the infamous Billy Ripken 'f##k face' baseball card, interesting quirks like nickname origins, Vince McMahon's surprising link to Negro League baseball, and a major 1962 cheating scandal involving the Giants that was covered up and rarely discussed. They also honor recently passed players, including Bob Uecker and Tommy Brown, and battle through another round of 'Wax Pack Heroes' with vintage baseball cards. Fun facts, nostalgic moments, and quirky stories make this episode a home run!

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:14 Cal Ripken Jr. and the Iron Birds
03:05 The Billy Ripken Baseball Card Anniversary
05:23 Tyler Rogers' Unique Baby Name
06:54 Vince McMahon's Surprising Baseball Connection
08:21 Negro League Player 'High Pockets' Hudspeth
09:58 Ed Delahanty's Penultimate Season Was Crazy
11:31 Remembering Bob Uecker and Tommy Brown
14:22 Cheating in Baseball History
30:12 Wax Pack Heros: Baseball Card Showdown
01:00:06 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Episode 274 - Bob Geren, Let's Play The Family Feud

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:35:32 -0800

In this episode, Mark returns from a busy holiday season and then he and Jeff kick off the new year by reflecting on the recent passing of baseball legend Rickey Henderson and the impact he's had on their love for the game. The dashingly handsome duo navigates through various nostalgic baseball stories, from Bob Guerin's 'Family Feud' appearance to the intriguing history of the Omaha Omahogs. They also delve into notable baseball cards featuring legends like Fernando Valenzuela, Bo Jackson, and Steve Sax, culminating in an exciting and competitive round of Wax Packs Heroes.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back
01:03 Tribute to Ricky Henderson
04:01 Baseball Stories and Trivia
04:27 Jamaican Baseball Legends
12:56 Family Feud with Bob Guerin
25:28 Baseball Card Collecting
29:37 Wax Packs Heroes
01:08:07 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

Mark’s IMDB page - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3164878/

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Episode 273 - Babe Herman But Not THAT Babe Herman

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:05:00 -0800

In this gripping episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark (back from vaca) dive into the quirky career of Babe Herman, filled with curious fielding abilties and impressive hitting statistics. They revisit the infamous Colavito curse in Cleveland and discuss Sammy Sosa's controversial public apology. Adding an extra layer of fun, they engage in another thrilling edition of Wax Packs Heroes, featuring a special guest from the 1988 Topps Podcast, David McEllis. Additionally, they announce the winner of a Dave Stewart autographed jersey while reflecting on the importance of baseball history and community engagement. As always, the episode is sprinkled with pop culture references and good-natured, SFW humor.

1988 Topps Podcast -

https://open.spotify.com/show/7EppbtnOQF0g1OPcLh2Zd3?si=e4cfb4aadd7b4799
http://1988ToppsPodcast@gmail.com./
@1988toppspodcast.bsky.social

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:37 Recap of Last Week's Episode
02:39 Rocky Colavito Tribute
05:15 Sammy Sosa's Apology
07:05 Albert Spalding's Impressive Stats
13:49 Babe Herman's Baseball Journey
30:52 Wax Packs Heroes Game
33:51 Unpacking the Cellophane Pack
34:05 Choosing Sides and Starting the Game
34:34 Brian Downing: The Incredible Bulk
37:36 Jim Fregosi: Manager Card Analysis
38:55 Randy St. Claire vs. Scott Bales
40:54 Juan Beniquez: Hair Points Debate
44:07 Mel Hall: The Do Not Talk About List
47:54 John Kruk: Not an Athlete, a Baseball Player
53:20 Lloyd Mosby: The Shaker from Oakland
57:40 Bob Melvin: Future Manager
1:03:39 Wrapping Up and Announcing the Winner

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Episode 272 - The 1987 MLB Season Was Off the Wall Bonkers

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 22:21:00 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff is joined by special guest David McEllis from the 1988 Topps podcast. With co-host Mark on a rehab assignment, they dive into the 1987 MLB season, known for its unusually high home run rates due to the 'rabbit ball.' They discuss significant events, standout players, and surprising stats from that year, including Paul Molitor's 39-game hitting streak, the Brewers' 13-0 start, and the hard-fought AL East pennant race. They also cover MVP and Cy Young awards, rookies of the year, and the subsequent postseason. Listeners are encouraged to engage with a giveaway contest for an autographed Dave Stewart jersey by answering questions from both podcasts.

1988 Topps Podcast -

https://open.spotify.com/show/7EppbtnOQF0g1OPcLh2Zd3?si=e4cfb4aadd7b4799
http://1988ToppsPodcast@gmail.com./
@1988toppspodcast.bsky.social

Win a Dave Stewart Autographed Replica Jersey - Bluesky - @twostrikenoise.bsky.social

00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:28 Special Guest: David McEllis
01:03 Podcast Collaboration and Giveaway Announcement
02:20 Hall of Fame News
03:47 Dick Allen's Legacy
07:35 Dave Parker's Career Highlights
12:00 Ryan Sandberg's Health Update
12:53 Baseball Songs and Nostalgia
16:05 Joe DiMaggio and Baseball Cards
18:25 1987 MLB Season Review
33:30 The 1987 All-Star Game Highlights
34:44 Cheating Scandals of 1987
35:42 Remarkable Performances and Records
37:27 The Exciting 1987 Pennant Race
40:48 1987 World Series Recap
42:37 Award Winners and Controversies
51:38 Rookies and Notable Debuts
54:46 Reflecting on the 1987 MLB Season
56:40 Giveaway and Podcast Information

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Episode 271 - Brewers Fever Is A Preventable Condition

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:05:00 -0800

Jeff and Mark dive into another episode of Two Strike Noise, the baseball history podcast once described as being “absolutely a baseball history podcast”. Mark is heading out for a vacation, while Jeff stays back to fill the baseball void with upcoming guest host David from the 1988 Topps podcast, a special Dave Stewart jersey giveaway, and various baseball stories from Japanese frying pans (yes this has to do with baseball) to the quirkiest inning in history. The Brewers and Marlins get in on the custom team anthem boat, where do they rank with the Metsmerized and Reds Hot’s of of the baseball universe? The episode wraps up with Wax Pack Heroes, where they open 1990 Fleer and Donruss cards, adding a fun competitive twist to baseball nostalgia.

00:00 Introduction
00:26 Vacation Plans and Guest Host Announcement
03:23 Japanese Baseball and Unique Merchandise
05:38 Chris Bryant's Stolen Lamborghini
08:08 Kent Herbeck's Unusual Snack
09:47 Trevor Bauer's YouTube Strategy
12:35 Jot Gore's Unbelievable Inning
18:33 Baseball Music and Team Anthems
30:59 Wax Packs Heroes
01:03:09 Wrapping Up and Future Plans

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Episode 270 - Gus Weyhing Hit Batters and Pigeons In Bunches

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:32:20 -0800

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' Jeff and Mark discuss former Dodgers first baseman Steve Garvey and his failed political run, as well as his celebrity fishing tournament. The main segment focuses on the career of Gus Weying, a 19th-century pitcher notable for his impressive stats, penchant for hitting batters, and numerous off-field antics, including his love for pigeons. The episode wraps up with a round of Wax Packs Heroes, featuring baseball cards from 1989.

00:00 Introduction
01:18 Steve Garvey and Celebrity Bill Fishing Tournament
05:16 Interesting Baseball Stats
11:12 Gus Weying
33:40 Wax Packs Heroes
01:08:21 Concluding Remarks

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Episode 269 - We Call Our Own Games Too

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:05:00 -0800

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark, dive back into various baseball history topics. They discuss a wide range of subjects, including the Tampa Bay Rays' 2025 season plans, Greg Maddux's unique pitching strategies, and Vince Coleman's football aspirations. The hosts also engage in the fan-favorite segment Wax Pack Heroes, where they open vintage baseball card packs and compete to see who pulls the best cards. From breaking news to quirky baseball trivia, this episode has it all.

00:48 Show Updates and Baseball News
01:10 Tales from the Dugout
01:47 Breaking News: Tampa Bay Rays
03:50 Netflix Documentary: The Comeback
07:45 Greg Maddux and Pitching Insights
15:42 Historical Baseball Anecdotes
34:59 Wax Packs Heroes

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Episode 268 - Muppets to Mascots: A Phantastic Journey

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:05:00 -0700

In this week's episode of 'Two Strike Noise', hosts Jeff and Mark dive into the latest baseball history including synchronized World Series walkoffs, turtlenecks are cool again and we just missed out on another award. This week’s main topic centers on the iconic Philadelphia Phillies mascot, the Philly Phanatic. We reminisce about the mascots' memorable antics, including run-ins with players like Lonnie Smith and managers such as Tommy Lasorda. The episode then shifts gears to the internationally famous Wax Pack Heroes segment, where we open baseball card packs from 1990 tops, compete in a stat-based game, and relive major league moments.

00:00 Introduction and World Series Talk
03:27 Yankees Merchandise and World Series Recap
08:26 Oklahoma City Dodgers and Turtlenecks
10:48 Will Venable and Princeton Baseball
13:30 The Philly Phanatic: A Mascot's Tale
35:37 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Showdown
58:46 Final Thoughts and Outro

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Episode 267 - August In October

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:05:00 -0700

Join Jeff and Mark in this episode of Two Strike Noise as they prepare for the excitement of the World Series, find out a disgraced former MLB pitcher has hit us with a copyright strike! The two most handsome baseball history podcast hosts for a niche podcast with no EGOT’s to their credit then compile a list of baseball’s most Halloween names and also celebrate baseball history, from a non-”boner” Fred Merkle highlight and THE moment of the 1986 World Series. Former MLB pitcher Don August joins the pod again. He shares more of his stories from his time in baseball in the big leagues and almost every other league in the world.

Buy Don’s book online:
https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/pitching-to-the-corners/
https://www.amazon.com/Pitching-Corners-Post-MLB-Career-Abroad/dp/1476693072

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Episode 266 - El Tiante

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:05:00 -0700

Join Jeff and Mark in this episode of Two Strike Noise as they dive into the excitement of the baseball playoffs, dissect memorable home runs, and critique Alex Rodriguez's pregame appearances. The two most handsome baseball history podcast hosts for a niche podcast with no EGOT’s to their credit then explore quirky traditions like the UK’s chestnut-hitting contest and discuss a scandal involving an 82-year-old champion. They also celebrate baseball history, from Connie Mack’s legendary career to Reggie Jackson’s World Series heroics. Nostalgia takes center stage with Wax Pack Heroes, comparing 1990 Topps baseball cards and sharing anecdotes about iconic players, trades, and personal trivia. A light-hearted and entertaining mix of baseball history, stats, and quirky stories perfect for any baseball enthusiast.

Vulf - 1 for 1, Dimaggio - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8fWZ9FjIK4&ab_channel=Vulf

Isotopes Punk Rock Baseball Club - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6Fvd6dEXJM&ab_channel=IsotopesPunkRockBaseballClub

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Episode 265 - Friend of the Show, Commissioner Rob Manfred

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:04:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark delve into the most important baseball topics from the past week, including memorable historical moments, player highlights, and mascots staying as far away from us as possible. They rate post season home run trots so far and Pittbull sticking his nose into baseball because ofcourse he is. We also touch on minor league memories, intriguing baseball stats, and even delve into pop culture references featuring baseball. The episode culminates in a Wax Pack Heroes segment where they open 1990 Topps cards, reminiscing about baseball aesthetics and nostalgia in a fun competition.

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00:00 Welcome to Two Strike: Baseball History Podcast
02:01 Mascots and Shoutouts
03:05 Francisco Lindor and Playoff Highlights
08:02 All-Star Game Uniforms Announcement
18:26 Tommy John and the Hall of Fame Controversy
23:09 PCL Teams Quiz and Nostalgia
27:28 Historic Baseball Moments on October 11th
30:45 Grounds Crew Musings
31:40 Wax Packs Heroes
57:41 Closing Remarks and Outro

Episode 264 - Long Live the Oakland Athletics

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 00:05:00 -0700

This week the entire episode is dedicated to a team that no longer exists only because of the greed of MLB owners, the Oakland Athletics. Mark and Jeff relive the highlights of the A’s tenure in the Bay Area, including World Series, winning streaks, MVP’s and MC Hammer. Plus, when was the last time a baseball game made you cry? Was it happy or sad tears. Mark and Jeff tell you their sob stories, plus Jose Canseco finally gets the home run derby he’s been begging for on social media for the past decade.

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Episode 263 - The Pine Tar Game Before The Pine Tar Game

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 22:19:00 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark recount yet another new & unique way the Mariners can lose a game, discover some baseball players with famous relatives and revisit initial thoughts about some newer rules of the game. The main segment this week tells the story of the Yankees game derailed because of the use of a bat with illegal amounts of pine tar, and it had nothing to do with George Brett! Wax Pack Heroes involves some themed baseball cards sent in by a listener.

00:25 Mariners' Unbelievable Loss
05:21 Will Ferrell's Baseball Adventures
07:14 Rob Manfred's Rule Changes
12:59 Famous Baseball Relatives
25:01 The Pine Tar Game Before The Pine Tar Game
37:34 Wax Packs Heroes
1:09:22 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

Great article about the Pine Tar Games referenced in the show - https://tht.fangraphs.com/the-pine-tar-games/

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Episode 262 - September Call Up Bingo

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:19:23 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark dive into the end-of-season excitement as the playoff race heats up. They discuss memorable moments such as Blue Jays pitcher Bowden Francis losing two no-hitters in the ninth inning just like another Blue Jay pitcher from the past and the latest ongoing ons with Oakland A's potential move to Sacramento. A long litany of debuts including Ron Darling and Dale Murphy make up a rogues gallery of past greats. The episode wraps up with a rain-shortened game of Wax Pack Heroes featuring 1990 Topps cards, but who will claim victory?

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Episode 261 - Stan Musial Is Not Afraid of the Dark

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:05:00 -0700

Join Jeff and Mark on Two Strike Noise, your all-time favorite baseball history podcast. This episode, more rule changes baseball would be stupid not to introduce, surprising stolen bases leaders in the 90s and just how many second generation players are there currently in the bigs? They also celebrate the achievements of Stan Musial, comparing his incredible career stats to modern players. The episode wraps up with Wax Pack Heroes, featuring vintage Sportflics and Upper Deck cards, with trivia and fun facts. Tune in for baseball history, trivia, and friendly competition, but leave with the next winning lottery numbers.

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Episode 260 - Slump Busters, Do They Really Work?

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 11:44:05 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark reminisce about baseball's ups and downs, discuss the personal struggles of Mark's favorite team, the usual Seinfeld baseball crossover including a unique Keith Hernandez alarm clock and explore various unique MLB game locations. The segment showcases entertaining stories, such as Derek Jeter's golden thong fiasco and the quirky antics of other baseball players to break slumps. This week’s Wax Pack Heroes, with specially curated theme packs, provided by listener Marshall, it comes down to one exciting rip. Join them for some irreverent & fun baseball history talk!

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Episode 259 - The Worst Teammates in Baseball History

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:05:00 -0700

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' Jeff and Mark return and discuss rivalries within various leagues, notably focusing on the AL West's notably friendly relations, new baseball milestones, quirky historical facts, and fun anecdotes from the baseball world, including a humorous sidetrack about JP Crawford's 'firmament' beliefs and Billy Joe Armstrong's spray-paint antics. They also cover the fascinating stories behind legendary players' feuds, including the likes of Ty Cobb and Sam Crawford, and Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. The popular 'Wax Pack Heroes' segment continues where they open nostalgic baseball card packs.

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Episode 258 - Two Baseball Truths and One Bold Faced Baseball Lie

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 13:30:07 -0700

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark explore current events in baseball, including the Mariners' recent challenges, the anticipation for the trade deadline, former MLB stars like Trevor Bauer and Robinson Cano in the Mexican League and they learn about John Coleman and his no good, really bad rookie season (and his modern day counterpart). The main segment is Mark and Jeff each telling three short stories, two of which are true and one that is made up. Can you figure out which is which? Finally, Wax Pack Heroes pits some players from 1991 against each other in a duel to the baseball card death.

00:00 Introduction and Mariners' Struggles
01:56 Trevor Bauer and Other MLB Players in Mexico
06:17 Astros' 1995 Game and Peculiar Baseball Stories
24:01 Bizarre Baseball Stories: Fact or Fiction?
38:53 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Battles
41:37 First Round: David Cone vs. Mark Newfield
45:18 Second Round: Todd Van Poppel vs. Mark Dewey
49:37 Third Round: Mike Scott vs. Paul Molitor
53:30 Fourth Round: Todd Stottlemyre vs. Scott Fletcher
58:01 Fifth Round: Juan Berenguer vs. Jack Morris
01:01:30 Sixth Round: Gary Templeton vs. Mike Heath
01:05:08 Seventh Round: Steve Lyons vs. Kevin Seitzer
01:08:45 Eighth Round: Mike Morgan vs. RJ Reynolds
01:11:07 Final Round: Junior Ortiz vs. Jimmy Key
01:13:58 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

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Episode 257 - Old Tyme Baseball Stories That Are Totally True

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 10:22:18 -0700

Another episode of Two Strike Noise with Jeff and Mark covering a variety of baseball history topics. Despite Mark being under the weather, the show dives into All-Star break discussions, surprising high-scoring games by the Athletics, Andrew McCutchen’s Furry streak, the new Home Run Derby format and some big names debuts. They also delve into quirky baseball folklore involving horses and runaway carriages and reveal a hilarious quiz result about MLB player personas. The episode wraps up with Wax Packs Heroes, where Jeff and Mark tally up cards based on players' stats and fun baseball aesthetics.

00:00 Introduction and Host Banter
01:14 Baseball Updates and All-Star Break
04:50 Home Run Derby and All-Star Game Highlights
12:51 Quiz Time: What MLB Player Are You?
19:42 Debut Anniversaries of Baseball Legends
27:56 Old-Timey Baseball Stories
37:18 Ninja Stars and Childhood Fears
38:30 Wax Packs Heroes
01:07:46 Wrapping Up and What's Next

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Episode 256 - Since Last We Spoke

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 09:34:36 -0700

This week, Jeff and Mark explore the baseball song of the summer, alot of baseball and Bewitched talk for some reason, Tommy John and the Hall of Fame, compare Elly DeLaCruz and Rickey Henderson and look at some special debuts. They also look at all of the historical events that have happened in baseball over the past week and why do the Angels not like young pitchers. And finally, Wax Pack Heroes, featuring vintage baseball cards with fun anecdotes and stat comparisons, including Bobby Valentine, Cookie Rojas, Bom Grieve and more. Join the playful banter and baseball trivia showdown as the hosts compete in a nostalgic card game.

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Episode 255 - Revisiting The Gladiator, Pete Browning

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 16:50:17 -0700

This week, Mark and Jeff find a new player who could be nicknamed “Scrabble”, another Seinfeld giveaway in the minors, does Babe Ruth deserve to have another homer to his name and Mickey Mantle hits a homer and gifts the bat to a young girl and she wasn’t even sick! There’s a Hall of Fame debut for a speedy first baseman (checks notes, yup, speedy first baseman) and a rookie car giveaway.
Author Tim Newby (The Original Louisville Slugger, The Life and Times of Forgotten Baseball Legend Pete Browning) joins the guys to talk about Pete Browning. We’ve talked about him before but Tim helps us understand why Ol’ Pete so unique, how Pete might have invented the Designated Hitter and is Pete Hall of Fame worthy?
Wax Pack Heroes returns with a couple of special packs from a listener with some new names we have defiantly not talked about before.

The Original Louisville Slugger. The Life and Times of Forgotten Baseball Legend Pete Browning. by Tim Newby
https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985900851/the-original-louisville-slugger/
Tim on Twitter/X - @Tim_Newby9

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Episode 254 - Honoring Willie Mays and His Legacy

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:55:06 -0700

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' Jeff and Mark discuss All Star droughts, Iron Man (baseball and otherwise), newly discovered baseball songs from the past, new drinks at the ballgame, Boomstick down and ofcourse debuts. The rest of the episode is dedicated to his memory and far reaching impact on not just baseball but society. The show wraps up with reflections on who might now be considered the greatest living baseball player.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:26 Exciting Baseball Updates
01:42 ESPN's All-Star Drought List
05:26 New Segment Alert: Baseball Music
09:11 Portland Pickles and THC Seltzer
10:51 The Boomstick Hot Dog Incident
14:12 Baseball Debuts and Final Games
16:45 Remembering Willie Mays
29:43 Willie Mays vs. Mickey Mantle Debate
30:23 The Catch: A Legendary Play
31:44 Willie Mays' Career Achievements
33:22 Amphetamines Controversy
36:17 Willie Mays' TV and Movie Appearances
45:02 Willie Mays' Pop Culture Impact
45:59 Willie Mays' Baseball Statistics
52:55 The Greatest Living Baseball Player Debate
57:40 Tribute to Willie Mays
58:21 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

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Episode 253 - Rickwood Field

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:13:12 -0700

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' hosts Jeff and Mark discuss Seattle Mariners' rare place in the standings, the final players on our Field of Dreams whiskey, the pros for tasing fans on the field (there are no cons!), a Brewers employee's side hustle as a hitman and Jackson Holliday's unique/scary tribute baseball card.

The Giants and Cardinals are getting set to play on historic Rickwood Field next week. We'll talk about what makes it historic. The show wraps up with Wax Packs Heroes, where things happen!

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Episode 252 - Bob Thurman, Negro League Star, Is In How Many Hall of Fames?

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:39:55 -0700

This week continue our irrelevant trip through the goofy history of major league baseball. Steve Stone's crystal ball from 1992 seems like it might be a little off regarding Sammy Sosa, we try to put together a GoFundMe for a new, err old, Babe Ruth jersey and find out who did we get on one of our Field of Dreams whiskey. Our main segment is all about a player from the Negro Leagues and eventually big leagues we had not heard about before, Bob Thurman. He played well, all over and with some huge names. Wax Pack Heroes comes down to stirrups. So needless to say, we were both very happy about that, one more than the other, but still happy none the less.

00:57 Steve Stone's Sammy Sosa Prediction
03:22 Babe Ruth's Historic Jersey Auction
06:16 Wonder Woman and Pop Culture Auctions
09:06 Bullpen Carts and Mascot Cameos
12:17 Field of Dreams Whiskey Review
20:20 Negro League Legend: Bob Thurman
34:01 Wax Packs Heroes

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Episode 215 - MLB’s Latest Numbers Game

Fri, 31 May 2024 10:36:51 -0700

The Wicked Witch Is DEAD errr, RETIRED! This week we discuss the retirement of MLB umpires Angel Hernandez and Paul Emmel, a high schooler who enlisted one of the biggest MLB stars to help him ask a girl to prom, scouting umpires that tip pitches. They also dive into various baseball history topics, including debates about the best second baseman, stories of Mike Marshall, Todd Burns, and Deion Sanders' debuts, and the Griffey father-and-son shared date? The episode ends with a deep dive on newly integrated Negro League stats into MLB records and a spirited game of 'Wax Packs Heroes'. No AI was used in the making of this episode, but a lot of it was to write this summary. All hail our new robot overlords.

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Episode 250 - They Still Let Us Make These?

Fri, 17 May 2024 20:11:09 -0700

Wow, 250 baseball history episodes and they haven’t fired us yet. Alot to get though this week. Khrush Davis crushes cars now, the next gen baseball card relics, more whiskey content but this time baseball related, the weekly Seinfeld story and some ideas to keep pitchers healthy. Our main segment is all about 250. We look at a bunch of players who totaled 250 at something during their careers. Some are surprising and others are Sam Horn.
We have a special Wax Pack Heroes episode with virtual cards from a long time listener. Are the cards stacked against one of us? Find out!

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Episode 249 - Tales From the Dugout v38

Fri, 10 May 2024 14:46:01 -0700

As long as there’s baseball there’s going to new baseball history and this week we’ve got new Topps cards for, checks notes, hot dogs? We have a JJ Hardy landscaping update, a leftover 420 thought that could revolutionize jerseys (they can’t get any worse), we rag on John Fisher, again, plus we got some good debuts to discuss.
In our Tales segment Mark highlights a 5 tool prospect who left us too early, we get to the bottom of Rod Murphy’s 1990Upper Deck baseball card and we remember a minor league games (not involving Cal Ripken) that didn’t want to end and what one fan had to do to catch the end of it.
Wax Pack Heroes includes a special pack sent to us by a listener which let us talk about some players we haven’t brought up before. Thanks top listener Andrew Harner!

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Episode 248 - The Animal, Brad Lesley

Fri, 03 May 2024 11:32:42 -0700

What a weird week it’s been in baseball. Bees, cats and sausages are only the tip of the iceberg. Beanballs in Philly before a game, the Rockies refuse to take the lead and blue collar baseball cards are now a thing. But this is a baseball history podcast, so let’s talk about Brad Lesley. The Animal played briefly in MLB, but he became a star both on the field and on the silver screen once he moved to Japan. A mixture of professional wrestler and fireball closer, Lesley was our kind of guy.
Game two of Wax Pack Heroes is a great one if you’re a fan of manager cards. Somebody has to be a fan of manager cards, right?

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Episode 247 - It’s 420 Somewhere

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:09:30 -0700

A week late but never a nug short. This episode is all about April 20th. Who has the best 420 name in baseball history? Who was the best player to debut on 420? How good was the real Lil Stoner and how much would he make in endorsements today? We crunch the numbers and do the math. The new season of Wax Pack Heroes is here! Extra wax this season.

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Episode 246 - The Wrestling Episode w/Brad Balukjian

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 17:51:56 -0700

We finally did it, we’re gonna talk baseball AND wrestling this week in honor of WrestleMania. Helping us in two time guest, author Brad Balukjian who has another book, The Six Pack that follows a similar to his first book The Wax Pack. But it’s not all body slams and choke slams, we also talk about minor league promotions, a team full of George Constanza’s, Kenny Lofton learned who the real Man of Steal was from Ron Washington and the long line of Giants Left Fielders. We also open up a pack of baseball card with Brad as The Wax Pack takes on Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 245 - Tales from the Dugout v37

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 12:10:19 -0700

Our final spring training episode we’re ready to start the season. We dug up a Jorge Posada highlight we had never seen before as well as listen to a Boomer from the 80’s saying Boomer things about baseball, our show fact is pretty heavy but still good with a bat and we have our first debut of the season!
Our main segment we talk about a Negro League player we’ve never talked about before, little known WW1 veterans in the big leagues, highlight some historic NPB things that later showed up in MLB and ofcourse some Seinfeld talk.
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Episode 244 - Parisian Bob Caruthers

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 11:24:05 -0700

Joey Votto is back! He’s a man of the people and we’re here for it. We also hear a story from Will Clark about some guy stealing bases, find out what cigarettes the 1934 World Champions smoke, listen to Keith Hernandez learn about Mets jerseys in real time and learn a couple of 244 facts.
This week’s main story is about Bob Caruthers, he was Shohei Ohtani 135 years before Shohei Ohtani. He won 40 games multiple times on the mound while leading the league in on base with the bat. He also gave birth to a great team nickname and just might be responsible for the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry.
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Episode 243 - George Burns, but Not That George Burns

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:11:29 -0800

Still spring training but we’re in mid season form. This week we tackle the hard hitting topics in baseball like reviewing Lance Parrish’ appearance on Different Strokes, Dwayne Murphy still getting paid by MC Hammer, George Brett wants a bathroom upgrade from Royals Stadium and does singing the national anthem before a game really matter?
Our main topic this week is all about George Burns. Not the actor, but the baseball player he actually took his stage name from. A MVP and great hitter Mark has one of the greatest stories of the dangers of foul balls at baseball games can be!
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Episode 242 - Hack Wilson Hits Everything Hard

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:05:00 -0800

We’re back louder than ever after a week off with the first Lars Nootbaar update of the year, NCAA baseball HBP’s, a new Manny being Manny story, possible expansion city talk (with bonus state capitols)and MLBPA discounts. Our main story this week we look at Hack Wilson. We’ve referenced him plenty but know we get to know about him. He could hit the baseball, a person or the bottle equally as hard.
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Episode 241 - Reds Hot Baby!

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 13:56:21 -0800

Spring training has begun but we’re already in midseason form. The Savanna Bananas had a new player but nobody could see him, Tommy Pham likes fantasy football more than the actual game apparently, Jeff Ballard’s IMDB page is better than we expected and some huge Blue Jays news.
Our main segment this week is a lyric by lyric breakdown of the 1990 criminally overlooked rap by the Cincinnati Reds, Reds Hot. Barry Larkin gathered some of the best baseball players but worst rappers he could find to lay down some sick beats about staying in school, not doing drugs and kicking ass. It appears Chris Sabo was able to sneak into the studio and get in some lines as well.

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Episode 240 - Spring Training for Content

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 17:25:09 -0800

Not a Valentine’s episode but you’re going to love our special list. We found the new season of Banana Ball has some interesting new rules, we track Dan Uggla’s social media past, figure out where the Expos are going to play when they return and remember some baseball players who played basketball as well as baseball.
For our main segment we’re cleaning out the closet. That means a bunch of short stories we wrote down and then forgot about. But it gives us the opportunity to talk about some more Negro League legends, Barry Bonds and ofcourse Skip Pitlock?
Could this be the week when this season of Wax Pack Heroes is wrapped up?

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Episode 239 - The Larry Bird Baseball Spectacular

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:05:00 -0800

This week we celebrate one of the worst baseball owners selling the team (do Oakland next!!!!), update the Jackie Robinson statue saga, catch up on some of Barry Bonds hobbies after baseball and find some live baseball with bonus handlebar mustaches. Our main topic this week is about NBA Hall of Famer Larry Bird. We’re a basketball podcast now! Just kidding, but Larry played baseball at one point for one game in college. We’ve got all the info on it and learn about the last bare knuckle boxing champ who also played baseball!
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Episode 238 - That’s Baseball Baby

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:55:01 -0800

Covid strikes again, but we fight through it for another episode, a little later than expected. So much to catch up on from MLB! A former pitcher involved in an extra martial affair (shocked!), a former first baseman running for Congress poorly (shocked!), bad food in a major league clubhouse, two fan fests for teams that no longer reside in cities put on by fans, Hall of Fame reactions, Fantasy Camp stories and all the uniform news you could possibly ever ask for heading into the 2024 season.
The Wax Pack Heroes season threatens to come to a close as Jeff is running rough shot all over Mark, making a mockery of this WPH season, blowing through the competition like the 2023 Mets blew through the luxury tax thresh hold.

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Episode 237 - Larry Doby Homers and Hugs

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:05:00 -0800

New year, new episode! Wonder Franco’s pants are on the move, Wade Boggs sells beer, Tommy Pham finally gets his ring and Chuck D goes hard with a baseball inspired album. Our main segment this week focuses on Larry Doby, the first African American player in the AL, who dealt with the same hardships as Jackie Robinson but didn’t get a movie made about it. He hit a big home run in the 1948 World Series and then got a hug that shocked more people than the homer did.
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Episode 236 - The Matt Holiday Special

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 17:00:41 -0800

It’s that time of the year again when we reflect on the birth of that special somebody, Rickey Henderson. Our annual holiday special this year has some of the usual stuff like rules changes, Hall of Fame voting, Larry Doby and Jake Peavy. But this year we also threw in some of the best holiday adjacent names from our favorite sport and Mark rewrites a holiday classic to reflect some players Jeff has never heard of before.
The final Wax Pack Heroes of the year could either bring Mark closer to the lead or put a final nail in his coffin. We let the 2003 Topps decide.
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Episode 235 - Leron and Leon Go to Japan

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:05:00 -0800

Attention Costco shoppers, we found a great deal on a baseball card, but you need to be a member to save! We review the year in Immaculate Grid, check out celebrity weddings (trust us it has a baseball angle), preview a baseball music festival, talk expensive players and announcers strange diets.
If that’s not enough, this week we learn about brothers Leron and Leon Lee. They both played in the US but found their calling in the NPB. Hitting for power and average, they dominated the league for the decade they played. Embracing the culture, they were fan favorites but the league and ownership couldn’t get past the fact that they were not Japanese. Despite adversity, they persevered and ended up in the record books.
Finally, in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes we come across something that has never happened before. Will it be enough for a victory to the lucky player though?
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Episode 234 - Big-ish Ed Walsh

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 23:19:53 -0800

Alot of voting going on this week. Hall of Fame, Veteran’s Committee and Japan’s GQ Man of the Year. We discovered a really cool new map tool from SABR, we root for John Smoltz and put a date on the calendar for a great new event MLB is holding in Cooperstown next year.
Our main story this week is about Hall of Famer Big Ed Walsh. Big Ed literally pitched until his arm fell off. But before it did he was one of the best pitchers in the league. His spitball was as prolific as his innings pitched totals. And finally Wax Pack Heroes is back as we wind down the season. Some 2003 Topps give us some good names and great stories.
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Episode 233 - Our Hall of Fame Ballots Are In

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 09:01:36 -0800

We’re back, still licking our wounds, losing your favorite team can do that to one. That aside, it’s fun to talk baseball again! Ichiro dominating high school girls teams while giving life advice, an Atlanta icon passes away but provides a great Ted Turner being greedy story, Mike Gallego remembers a great Dave Parker moment, Pete Alonso makes us cry and we come up with our best baseball Thanksgiving names.
In our main segment this week we review and cast our votes for the Hall of Fame and we want your ballots too! Grab a ballot on any of our socials or e-mail us to get one and be a part of our HOF class of 2024. Wax Pack Heroes will return next week.
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Episode 232 - Tales From the Dugout v36

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 15:53:31 -0800

This week we have a bunch of baseball stories the rest of big baseball won’t tell you about. Jimmy Hoffa, Mike Gallego, Ichiro, Charlie Finley, hot pants, Willie Mays, Mickey Mantle, lifetime bands and fish landing in the outfield during a NPB game. We could lose our podcasting license for telling their stories but we’ll risk it for our listeners.
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Episode 231 - Was Roberto Clemente Taken?

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:05:00 -0700

The baseball season is winding down but we’re just getting started. Jeff made a trip to Forbes Field, or what is left of it and visited the site of a former guests historic pitch, the new Contemporary Baseball Era Committee Hall of Fames names dropped, we pick them up, there’s a new baseball league for old names, Stew being Stew and we remember Frank Howard who recently passed away.
Our main story this week is about the indelible Roberto Clemente and one neither of us had heard before. We open an investigation into whether or not Clemente was actually kidnapped at gun point in San Diego. While doing so we might have also found something incredible in regards to the actual origin of the San Diego Chicken.
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Episode 230 - Did Ty Cobb Really Kill A Man

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 00:05:00 -0700

So many fun baseball things to talk about this week. We found an article that seems to think we’re obsessed with baseball, they are probably right. Was Honus Wagner the original baseball Boomer? Trevor May retires and tells John Fisher he sucks (give this man a statue!), Steve Garvey hopes all his kids will vote for him, Derek Jeter really makes us feel sorry for him and his tough life and the new Rolling Stones album has some baseball ties.
Our main story this week is more Ty Cobb! Actually, it’s more BS that Al Stump wrote just to make money, pretty much none of which is true. But we wanted to get to the bottom of the story that Ty Cobb killed a man who jumped him. Did it happen? Did he kill anybody? Listen and we’ll unequivocally tell you what Al Stump wouldn’t dare!
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Episode 229 - Quiz From the Dugout

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:11:47 -0700

Sorry for the delay, but we’re back with your weekly dose of baseball history. The second best sport on the planet (hockey) took our editor out of town. But as a reward we have for you the following:
-Angels fireworks encapsulates their season
-Jeff Passon sings
-Marlin’s Man hanging with other fan royalty
-Possibly our final debut segment for the season?
-The first fan to not give a foul ball back
Finally, can you beat Mark’s score on our Quiz from the Dugout? Baseball and Canada, streaks and names are the themes and Mark did very well.
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Episode 228 - Oh Captain My Yankee Captain

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:05:00 -0700

This week, we talk baseball! The Barbie movie has seeped into historic Fenway Park, the A’s ownership continues to just suck, Rowdy Tellez makes a late push for the Cy Young, and a random Bob Gibson sighting. Our main story this week centers on the captains of the New York Yankees. There haven’t been many in the storied franchises history, but some of them have some great stories. One Yankee legend got screwed out of his captaincy while two others passed the baton and an iron-man streak at the same time. First person to contact us and tell us they read the show notes gets 100 Schrute Bucks and we’ll throw in some Stanley nickels as a bonus.
This week’s Wax Pack Heroes we dive into some AAA cards from 1991 but find some very familiar names!
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Episode 227 - Jim Bunning, Pitcher & Politician

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 09:41:28 -0700

This week, we talk baseball! I mean we do every week as well but this week the police track down some idiots who stole from Yogi Berra, we celebrate a city getting to keep their baseball team, we remember a game from 1993 when the Yankees got a do-over and used it to beat the Red Sox and we’ve got some good debuts as the regular season winds down. Our main segment is about a pitcher and a statesman, Jim Bunning. Perfect game, no hitter and a member of both the US Congress and the Baseball Hall of Fame.
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Episode 226 - Hit the Next Guy

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 00:05:00 -0700

This week, more baseball history and hijinks. We find out a couple of players the Angels ARE bringing back, see who the next great pitcher from Japan might be, learn of the greatest name of anybody in or outside of baseball, find a new baseball connection from the movie Little Big League and remember some players who made their debuts today, including an expanded story about one of those players and one of the strangest brawls between two division rivals that nobody really wanted to take part in.
This week’s Wax Pack Heroes are a couple of Topps packs from 2000 where we pull maybe the worst Hall of Fame card ever?
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Episode 225 - Steve Bilko, the Hollywood Hulk

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 00:02:27 -0700

Back at it again for another week of baseball history fun. We have improved the Immaculate Grid, now somebody just needs to listen to us, Jose Oquendo has entered chat, we review a Bill Murray SNL skit with last week’s guest in it and we return to our roots with a Gabby Hartnett story.
Our main segment this week is all about Steve Bilko. The LA icon who was so popular he had a tv character named after him. But his impressive PCL numbers and Hollywood fans couldn’t earn him consistent playing time in the big leagues. But his drinking and home runs are still legendary to this day.
Wax Pack Heroes is back and we pull a Rickey Henderson card, but will it help or hurt?

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Episode 224 - Rickey Hill & Jeff Cellentano from the Motion Picture The Hill

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 00:05:00 -0700

This week the Little League World Series and Lars Nootbaar collide, new Hall of Game inductees are announced, A’s owner John Fisher is running out of places he can get coffee and Nick Castellanos pitches a new member of the Avengers.
Our main segment this week is our conversation with the inspiration for the new motion picture The Hill. Rickey Hill and director Jeff Cellentano discuss the story of Rickey’s overcoming his health issues to signing a professional contract with the Expos. The one question left is just how many A List baseball players and actors does Rickey have on his phone? Don’t miss this interview or the new film The Hill in theaters now.
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Episode 223 - Tales From the Dugout v35

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:05:00 -0700

Alot of baseball to cover this week! We pitch the perfect Joey Votto-Zack Grienke cross-over reality show for when they retire, we highlight some Little League World Series highlights, suggest a new style of dugouts and remember some guys who made their debuts today. Our main segment for this Tales episode is one incredible Yankee game that they have never been able to match and Presidential first pitches.
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Episode 222 - Benzine Ball

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:06:28 -0700

We’re back with more baseball and more baseball history. This week we get our emo on thanks to the Cardinals, we catch up with WWE’s best vampire inspired wrestler and we listen to Joey Votto cut the best heel promo in a long time. We remember some debuts of some Hall of Famer’s and our main topic is one ingenious way the St Louis Brown countered spitballs that was totally safe and in no way dangerous.
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Episode 221 - Lucius Luke Easter Was A Beast

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:44:53 -0700

As promised last week, we look at Honus Wagner’s pitching career (what?), Don Mattingly roasts Paul O’Neill on the air, we look at next year’s MLB Hall of Fame probables, talk last names and ofcourse talk baseball debuts.
Our main story this week is about a Negro League and Major League Baseball legend we are embarrassed to admit we had never even heard of, Lucius Luke Easter. He was a giant man who swung a giant bat and hit monster home runs. His career was derailed by injuries and prejudice. He was loved wherever he played and met a tragic end while standing up for his friends. We’re proud to tell his story this week.
Wax Pack Heroes wraps up the show with some Fleer and Donruss baseball cards to remember.
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Episode 220 - Dick Higham, I Hardly Knew Him

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:05:36 -0700

A couple of days late but still full of MLB frivolity. Mark and Jeff kick around the idea of a “Legends” home run derby, review Ted Williams and Joe DiMaggio’s numbers during “the streak” and learn about a kid getting thrown in jail for keeping a foul ball. Very strong class of debuts for this week where Luis Tiant might be the weakest link if that tells you how good it is. Our main story this week is about Dick Higham, player, manager and umpire who definitely was never on the take despite the letter he sent to his bookie telling him to bet money on when he was umpiring. Totally not guilty!
Wax Pack Heroes returns with a couple of packs of 1991 Fleer, don’t worry, you don't have to look at them!
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Episode 219 - Hey Now, You’re an All Star Episode

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 09:07:01 -0700

Major League Baseball’s taking a break for the All Star Game but we’re not! Some familiar names were taken during the MLB Draft this week, a familiar name is now the Yankees hitting coach, Elly De la Cruz runs wild and what was awesome and what wasn’t from the All Star festivities. Mark worked the entire event in Seattle and got some special access, we get to hear about his time at his third All Star Game.
This week we forgo Wax Pack Heroes and play our own version of Immaculate Grid (though Jeff says Immaculate Inning the entire episode). Can you beat their score?
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Episode 218 - The Trades that Almost Were

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 23:13:57 -0700

Back from a break and do we ever have alot of baseball to talk about! More strange minor league promotions, the Founding Father of infielders, our new baseball game obsession, knuckleballs back in the big leagues and the train-wreck that is the Kay-Rod show.
In our main segment we look at some of the trades that were all but done deals in MLB but ran into a snag that kept them from happening. From big name, Hall of Famers saying “no”, to pay cuts, to deadlines missed and to what would have been the biggest deal in all of professional sports history that was consummated over drinks but fell through after sleeping it off.
Wax Pack Heroes look at some 1991 cards, when a show favorite makes an early appearance.
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Episode 217 - Tales from the Dugout v34

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:06:00 -0700

Big week here at 2SN, we’ve got news about Chase Utley’s hair, an awkward first pitch conversation in Atlanta, Mickey Mantle relaying a great Billy Martin story, Cardinal’s Hall of Fame drama, some final games of some guys and a big trade date from 1989. In our main segment, we’ve got some Zip Zabel love, Mark has yet another beef with Derek Jeter and we asked ChatGPT some pretty simple baseball questions and got some pretty interesting answers.
This week’s Wax Pack Heroes are some 1991 Score that totaled some of the highest scores we’ve seen in a long time.
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Episode 216 - Frank Howard, the Capitol Punisher

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 00:32:51 -0700

We are looking good this week as we review the new Gucci MLB collection. High fashion meets high and tight pitches and if you’ve got a couple of thousand of dollars earmarked for some questionable designs, you can grab some deals. We hit up the usual debuts and then head into this week’s main segment about Hondo, The Washington Monument, The Capitol Punisher, AKA, Frank Howard. Frank made a big splash with his big body and big swing. He hit some moonshots and did some curls in the sauna in only his jock strap. Listen to find out what the heck that means.
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Episode 215 - Just A Bit Outside

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 00:36:40 -0700

Another week, more weird baseball stuff to talk about. The Fish Sticks take on the Gumberoo’s apparently, we’ll figure out what that means, we remember Roger Craig and Hmm Baby, we look forward to the reverse boycott at the A’s and ofcourse look at some debuts for this date in baseball.
In our main segment Mark has some behind the scenes info about one of our favorite baseball movies, Major League. If this episode is popular he has promised he will do another on Major League 3, Back to the Minors. Just kidding, we would never do that to you.
In Wax Pack Heroes we finish up some packs of 2003 Topps in all of their high gloss glory.
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Episode 214 - The Zannesville Flood Sufferer’s

Wed, 31 May 2023 00:05:00 -0700

More baseball, more odd baseball stuff to talk about. We start off this week looking at manager ejection rates and how some current managers compare to some of the all time greats at being kicked out of a game, remember Jim Palmer’s nickname fondly, see some familiar names playing college baseball and softball plus the strange day May 31st was in baseball history.
In our main story, who’s ready for some Flood Sufferer’s baseball?!? We look at the history of baseball in Zannesville, Ohio and it’s connection with the legendary Fred Merkle. Plus another edition of Wax Pack Heroes where we rip some 2003 Topps in an attempt to prove which of us is the better roller skater.
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Episode 213 - Voice of Baseball w/Kirk McKnight

Wed, 24 May 2023 00:05:00 -0700

Author Kirk McKnight joins us this week to talk about his book, Voices of Baseball, and some of the incredible broadcasters and their incredible stories. In addition, we have the obligatory Lars Nootbaar story, the NPB fighting the yakuza, the two oldest dudes in MLB face off against each other yet again, and ofcourse debuts, one of which is Sugar Jesus.
Kirk stuck around to play a game of Wax Pack Heroes with some 1988 Topps. Where will he rank on our guest scoreboard.
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Episode 212 - The Gashouse Gang

Wed, 10 May 2023 00:05:00 -0700

Jam packed pod this week! Rickey Henderson makes an appearance on Jeopardy!, little known Eddie Gaedel fact, Fred Merkle checks in with a non-bonehead game, highlights from the 1922 Spalding Baseball Guide and the emergence of 80’s hair metal as walk up music is proliferating MLB and we’re here for it!
In our main segment we take a brief look at the Gashouse Gang. Where the nickname came from, the characters on the squad and the nicknames, sooo many nicknames on the team.
In Wax Pack Heroes we rip what can only be described as the best pack of junk wax ever to be packaged together. More Hall of Famers than non HOF’ers! But who will get this magical unicorn pack?
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Episode 211 - The Real Murder’s Row

Wed, 03 May 2023 00:06:00 -0700

Back to normal this week with out usual mix of baseball, pop culture and jokes that we don’t even laugh at. We’ve got a Macho Man connection from a current player, some BigBoss life lesson’s being handed out in the NPB, stolen base numbers after one month, hot dog records being smashed and hit by pitch streaks.
In our main story this week we learn about a real team of murders and other incarcerated guys who happen to also be good at baseball. Wins meant possible stays of execution and errors could lead to more time or even worse.
Wax Pack Heroes takes us to a couple of packs of Donruss from different years and we vie for an early edge in the standings.
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Episode 210 - Everything Is Awful

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:05:00 -0700

It’s been a rough week for Two Strike Noise. Bad news regarding the future of the Oakland A’s has brought the show down but we shall persist! We’ve got some numbers regarding the A’s and relocation as well as their pitch staff (or guys on the mound trying to pitch?). We imagine a Major League reboot, discuss MLB continuing to tinker with new rules, see a new HBP record and ofcourse have to talk all thing Nootbaar.
We rip a couple of 1988 Topps packs in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes and come up with a science joke that clearly went over Mark’s head..
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Episode 209 - Tales From the Dugout v33

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:05:00 -0700

New release day, Wednesday now for the foreseeable future but the wait was worth it. We check out player headshots to gage team tranquility, batting order by defensive position, pitch clock consequences, expansion, Jackie Robinson Day for those who work in baseball, Trash Pandas and debuts. And that’s only the first segment! Form our Tales From the Dugout feature we have the definitive list of the 10 greatest players of all time, finally, the debate can be settled! Another almost unbelievable Rube Waddell story and we remember parachute guys from Game 6 of the 1986 World Series.
We rip a couple of 1988 Fleer packs in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes and learn the origin story of Upper Deck baseball cards in the process.
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Episode 208 - George Diggins

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 00:10:00 -0700

Baseball’s in full swing and we’re back in mid-season form talking about more baseball nonsense you won’t find anywhere else. You want to hear about Justin Miller from 2004, we’ve got it. Scoring 7 runs and winning despite being no hit, another record set by Babe Ruth and an alarmingly high number of songs, polka songs even, about baseball in Milwaukee. Our main story this week is about somebody we promise you have never heard of who was part of the first father-son in history, keeping in mind the child labor laws were alot different back in 1904.
Game 2 of this season’s Wax Pack Heroes comes down to the wire with some good names we haven’t pulled before.
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Episode 207 - One Rule Five to Rule Them All

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:05:00 -0700

Happy Opening Week to those who celebrate. Alot of historic firsts this past week with new rules and big performances. We hear from some of our favorite players on the rule changes and some familiar names with new jobs this year. We get political about MLB blackouts, and ofcourse we check in with our boy Lars Nootbaar and see what condiments he’s going to be rocking in the MLB this season. Our main topic this week if the history between the minor leagues and Major League Baseball. We discover that one rule we know about has been around alot longer than we thought and some very famous names have been involved.
It Opening Week for a new season of Wax Pack Heroes as well. Who’s going to use some 2003 Topps to take an early lead?
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Episode 206 - Patron Saint, Jay Johnstone

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:05:00 -0700

As we edge closer to Opening Day, we scratch that baseball itch for you this week as we discuss MLB putting the hammer down on batboys and girls, Lars Nootbaar-mania continues to run wild now in Japanese arcades, a minor league team choosing an alternate nickname we can kind of get behind and a bunch of great debuts.
Our main topic this week is somebody who was granted immediate 2SN patron sainthood status, Jay Johnstone. This southern California kid went on to have a pretty good career on the field but his antics off of it are what let him ascend to the hallowed halls so quickly. With a great sense of humor and an easy target in Tommy Lasorda, Johnstone made his teammates, opponents and everybody else laugh equally after his playing days were over.
In this week’s Wax Pack Heroes, we rip some 2003 Topps and get some great names we haven’t pulled before.
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Episode 205 - The Tools of Ignorance

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:35:38 -0700

Opening Day is lurking and we’re getting ready as we continue to enjoy the World Baseball Classic and some incredible games. We also appropriately discuss some of Elston Howard’s contributions to the game, Japan cracking down on cracking pepper and the spring Koshien tournament is in full swing in Japan, and we have our first set of debuts for the season.
In our main segment we look at the history of catcher’s equipment, what started out as something that was ridiculed by both players and fans, turned into some unique attempts at, you know, not dying on the field.
This week we rip a couple of 1991 Score packs as we fine tune the new rules for this season’s Wax Pack Heroes tournament.
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Episode 204 - Tales from the Dugout v32

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 23:08:39 -0700

Sooo much World Baseball Classic stuff to talk about. Great Britain’s dynamic uniforms, Tokyo Dome bat boys union contracts and internationals home run celebrations. Plus an obscure college baseball rule, some more unfortunate uniform news and even sadder news from Philadelphia. In our main segment we have a couple of shorter stories including the incredible Yankee pitching from the 1956 World Series and we take a deep dive into a rabbit hole where coffee, baseball and crack cocaine all come together to tell the story how one of baseball’s most famous players became an appliance spokesperson for over two decades.
And we’re back to the pre-season in Wax Pack Heroes as we sort through some 1988 Fleer cards and take a stab at some new rules.
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Episode 203 - Spring Training, the History Of

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 00:05:00 -0800

It’s the middle of Spring Training, so let’s talk about…Spring Training. This week we hear about an attempt from the 1970’s to use a pitch clock and how well that went, we already have an eye on the next superstar you probably haven’t heard of, we pick a fantasy league to join, lament the lack of hotfoots in today’s game and finally talk about the history of Spring Training and discover why iot is not a good idea to put a ballpark across the street from an alligator petting zoo. And Mark is on the precipice of his third straight Wax Pack Heroes crown, can he shut the door this week?
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Episode 202 - Dave Parker (Should Be In the Hall of Fame)

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:05:00 -0800

Spring training is in full swing but we’re already in mid-season form. This week we discovered something that would make Connie Mack very angry from the college ranks, we compare a couple of expansion teams and find they might very well be the same team, we get some hot uniform news from teams playing in Florida and we join the players union (and you can too!) for mad discounts.
Out main topic this week is the Cobra, Dave Parker. Tim Raines was involved in the Pittsburgh Drug Trails and is in the Hall of Fame, so why not Parker? We recap his career, check the numbers and even see if he can make 7-Up any good (spoiler, he cant, 7-Up sucks regardless).
We rip some 1990 Donruss for this week’s Wax Pack Heroes as we wind down the season.
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Episode 201 - The Fashion Race Course Series, Baseballs First All Star Game

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:05:00 -0800

We’re back at it again with pitchers and catchers already in camp. We decide which caps are best suited for this years Hall of Fame class to be represented on their busts, remember some heroic feats by players in uniforms where players actually saved fans from danger and we check up one on disgruntled listener.
In our main story this week we learn about baseball’s very first All-Star game which took place at the Fashion Race Course, a horse track the saw a best of three series between New York’s finest baseballers of the day. A series which was truly innovative in many ways for the game.
We rip some 2000 Topps for this week’s Wax Pack Heroes as we wind down the season.
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Episode 200 - That’s Alot of Baseball History

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:05:00 -0800

Two hundred shows in and we’ve still got alot to talk about. We consider re-branding the pod due to some of the new baseball rules for this season, we catch up with Joe West in retirement and see he’s found the internet, we listen to Steve Cohen’s plans for Bobby Bonilla Day and lament the projected stole base totals for next year. In the main story we take a look at the number 200 and compare so season and career numbers for some memorable players, plus, listener voice mail! Some get it and some are from Milwaukee. Plus a special Second Best and Wax Pack Heroes. Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811.

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Episode 199 - The Completely Unnecessary History of HBP

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:05:00 -0800

Alot to cover this week. The Mariners commit the unforgivable sin, batting lineups or lack of, Yogi Berra and TBS tangle and our listeners help us out with some more stolen baseball election news. Our main topic was the one nobody asked for but you’re going to get it anyways. Hit By Pitch, some guys are just pitch magnets so we want to give them their due. We explore the HBP rule as well as some famous HBP in games and the players hand them out and those who take them. Plus we open some AAA cards in this week's Wax Pack Heroes. Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811.

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Episode 198 - Tales from the Dugout v31

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:05:00 -0800

We’re back and we’ve got baseball to talk about. We tackle election fraud trying to figure out what baseball players claimed nicknames proclaiming themselves rulers of some sort. Plus we watch a classic Tommy Lasorda cameo on Police Squad, talk about some fan favorites, pick up some baseball and life tips from some 1980’s 1-900 phone numbers, hear about Pud and Pretzels and remember a hazing ritual that save a man’s life, or atleast his calf. Plus, Wax Pack Heroes. Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811.

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Episode 197 - Mop Up Duty

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:05:00 -0800

This week, which states are looking up long dead and gone “Sluggers”? WBC rosters are filling out including a show favorite suiting up, the Butterworths from Mobile were at a Giants game in 1995 and we talk NBA (only for a second and how it relates to a baseball topic, it will never happen again). Then we do some early spring cleaning/mop up duty with some stories even too quick for a Tales segment. Plus, now you can call us! Leave us a message at 607-216-8811. Add us to your top 5, add us to your family plan, give us the number one saved number spot on your Sports Illustrated football phone! Also, does anybody actually read these notes? It takes Jeff another 15 minutes while the pod is being exported to put together these things. Is ti worth while?

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Episode 196 - Hideki Matsui, Smut Baron

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 00:05:00 -0800

It’s a new year and a new episode. Orioles tweets from former simple fan now turned front office exec, Cardinals fun facts and the Spiderman bases that never happened. The main event this week is former Yankee masher Hideki Matsui. A NPB Hall of Famer who mashed on two different continents, traded pranks with his buddy Derek Jeter and maintained a well known mega-collection of adult films. Our first Wax Pack Heroes of the year, will the outcome be any different? Plus, now you can call us! Leave us a message at 607-216-8811. Add us to your top 5, add us to your family plan, give us the number one saved number spot on your Sports Illustrated football phone!

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Episode 195 - Tales from the Dugout v30

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 00:10:00 -0800

Happy Holidays from Two Strike Noise. Our gift to you is…another Tales from the Dugout episode! And there is no gift receipt so you can’t return it. You’re stuck with stories about the 1905 World Series, a pitcher called Cannonball, Babe Ruth hot takes from the streets of NYC from 1922 and Tiger fans debate “Tastes Great” or “Less Filing” until they ruined it. We pulled a couple of strong packs for our final Wax Pack Heroes of the year. Who will claim the final victory of 2022? Plus, now you can call us! Leave us a message at 607-216-8811. Add us to your top 5, add us to your family plan, give us the number one saved number spot on your football phone! Have a safe and fun new year!

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Episode 194 - Toad Ramsey

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:05:00 -0800

This week we go hard, for the off-season. Which Tom Emanski hat does Fred McGriff choose? We check the short list of MLB players from New Hampshire (it’s quick) and look at numbers if everybody played at Coors field throughout baseball history. In our main segment we chronicle the man who is thought to be the grand father of the knuckleball, Toad Ramsey. His story was made for Two Strike Noise, childhood injury, drinks alot, played while is disguise after being kicked out of a game…only two of those things are true but they could all happen to him. Wax Pack Heroes takes on some 1990 cards where one of us pulls our favorite and least favorite player of all time.

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Episode 193 - Orioles Magic, 1988 Style

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:05:00 -0800

Alot to unpack this week! It is the quintessential off-season show. Word games, baseball and wrestling cross overs, big guys stealing bags, disasters at large hotels and of course the obligatory Rickey Henderson factoid. In out main segment, we relive the first month of the Baltimore Orioles 1988 season. It was over before it started really. The O’s found new and inventive ways to lose 21 straight games to start the season. We’ll remember them all as well as some of the ways players and fans tried to break the streak. We have a couple of curated packs this week for Wax Pack Heroes as we open some cards from the 1981 season, definitely haven’t pulled some of these guys before!

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Episode 192 - King Kong, Dave Kingman

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:05:00 -0800

We may be in the off-season but we found a way you can still listen to a game while drifting off to sleep, baseball ASMR. Plus we check in with the Fighters new stadium where they apparently forgot to measure, remember a great Rick Sutcliffe story and talk some Saved By the Bell Fantasy Camp. Our main story is about a big guy who hit some monster home runs but did not like being a baseball player it seems, Dave Kingman. We hear about some of his biggest and longest dingers as well as his ice cream parlor? Then we rip some 2000 Topps in Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 191 - Your Newest Hall of Fame Members Are…

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:05:00 -0800

We’re back at it this week where we discuss a former show favorite who was cast in the original movie production of Grease but turned down the role. Who was it? Then we dive into the Contemporary Baseball Era Players Committee’s final ballot and go through all of the numbers as well as some other equally important things about each player like quality of nicknames, controversies and ofcourse pop culture relevance. Taking all of that into account, we have two new Hall of Fame members that will no doubt open the flood gates for some other players that have been left out for one specific reason. Don’t blame us! We’re just adding the number up! Finally, a quick version of Wax Pack Heroes with some 1990 Donruss.

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Episode 190 - Tales From the Dugout v29

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:05:00 -0800

The baseball season is over, but fret not, we have another action packed podcast about nothing but, wait for it…baseball. We’ve got all the odd facts and records from this year’s post-season, a mascot beaning, Randy Johnson tipping pitches, Jose Canseco spouting off on social media again and some Ted Williams numbers that reinforce the fact that Ted Williams was good at baseball. In this edition of Tales from the Dugout, we hear about a Phillies fan’s bathroom, you’re going to have to listen to figure that one out. Juan Soto’s debut time machine, a pitcher that literally gave his all for his team and Ichiro’s hit number compared to other 27 year old rookies. In Wax Pack Heroes we stake another stab at some minor league cards with much better results than last time.

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Episode 189 - Mick the Quick, Mickey Rivers

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:05:00 -0700

We start out the final week of MLB this year with some World Series talk, some cryptic comments from the commissioner about extra innings next season, we check in on the Climax Series from the NPB, rehash some David Wells memorabilia video and answer our first round of trivia for the off season. In our main segment, we talk about one of the best lead off batters from the 70’s in Mick the Quick, Mickey Rivers. He was always a threat on the base paths and a favorite in the locker room with both teammates and reporters. His speed on the bases was matched only by his quick wit. Then, in an epic Wax Pack Heroes, we open some 1991 Score and score (get it) not one, but two Ozzie Canseco cards! It went downhill from there.

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Episode 188 - That Takes Balls

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:05:00 -0700

It’s World Series time! We get ready as MLB wraps up the season by looking forward to some more baseball across the world to keep us busy until spring, plus we find out what the dictionary thinks about Hunter Strickland, we look at players who have played for their namesake, have what might be our final debut of the season and dip our toes in the trivia pool for the first time since March! Our main segment this week documents the history of balls. Get your mind out of the gutter, we’re talking pitched balls and umpires were actually forced to call them and why they were considered unmanly as a way of getting on base. In Wax Pack Heroes Mark makes the biggest mistake in WPH history, can he over come it?

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Episode 187 - Greg Minton, The Moon Man

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:05:00 -0700

This week in BP, which #MLB playoff announcer has surprised us, what was Randy Johnson’s tell and a very large fine is levied but to whom? Our main story this week is about the aptly named Moon Man, Greg Minton. The nickname fit him for a couple of reasons, but the original one is kinda gross, just like his sinker. It was almost un-hittable for a while. The Moon Man also applies to some of Greg pranks, right up our alley. In Wax Pack Heroes we rip some 1988 Fleer. Hint one pack is pretty good, the other is not.

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Episode 186 - Big Daddy, Cecil Fielder

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:15:00 -0700

So much MLB playoff stuff to get through in our BP segment, new units of measurements, last games for Hall of Famers, the Seattle Mariners pacing the league in the past 20 seasons, some outstanding (but not in a good way) caught stealing numbers and a truly forgettable unforgettable debut. In our main segment, we recap the first real HR race since Maris’ 1961 season, Cecil Fielder and his 51 long balls in 1990 plus some other highs and lows of Big Daddy’s career. In Wax Pack Heroes we open some 2000 Topps and get some big names, a couple of whom we don’t want to talk about (but still do).

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Episode 185 - Tales from the Dugout v28

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Big Boss hangs it up, kind of, Yoenis Cespedes is helping Aaron Judge hit homers, kind of, and Jarrod Saltalamacchia is dethroned as clubhouse managers least favorite player. All that plus some crazy tales from the dugout as we run through some quick stories of forgotten players, games and rainouts from the past this week. In Wax Pack Heroes we rip some Score and Donruss to see who can compile the best team based on stats and mustaches.

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Episode 184 - Beans Readon, the Fight’em’est Umpire of Them All

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 00:05:00 -0700

It was a crazy week in baseball & this episode was crazy too! Albert Pujols did a thing, we talk about it. Lars Nootbaar did some stuff, we talked about it! Creepy people watched baseball games, we talked about it! The Rays did some stuff with Bark in the Park, we talked about it! Bean Reardon umpired some games & was not afraid of a fight, verbal or otherwise. We talked about him! We played Wax Pack Heroes & pulled some of the most interesting cards ever, then we talked about Kevin Nash, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Pam Postma & Lenny Harris before Lenny Harris.

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Episode 183 - 2001 MLB Contraction

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 00:05:00 -0700

If you were left wanting more MLB weather-related names last week, we got you! Also a crazy story from Chicago about the 1919 World Series, Lars Nootbaar continues to be the best baseball player that sounds like a candy bar, a bunch of debuts including a Cleveland Spiders reference and the obligatory Seinfeld clip. The main topic this week is the planned contraction of two teams for the 2002 season that never happened, but some of the teams that were considered certainly are worth a look. Wax Pack Heroes we finish the pack of 2003 Topps we started last week with some names we haven’t had before.

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Episode 182 - Night Kangaroo Court

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 00:05:00 -0700

This week, Ham Swaggerty makes Joe Simpson mad, Ted Williams doesn’t like neck ties, Joe DiMaggio stand Chesterfield cigarettes, we review Sept 13 in baseball history, Gaby Street makes another appearance and we delve into some of the craziest fines ever doled out in MLB Kangaroo Courts. In this week’s Wax Pack Heroes, we battle with some 2003 Topps.

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Episode 181 - Tales from the Dugout, the Book w/Tim Hagerty

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 00:05:00 -0700

This week we discuss walk up music as NFT’s, an very obscure Simpson’s baseball reference that is brilliant and dive into the thousands of players who have made their MLB debut on this date throughout September call up history. In our main segment, we talk with El Paso Chihuahuas play by play voice, Tim Hagerty. Besides calling the Padres AAA team’s action he also is an author & has a new book coming out next season called Tales From the Dugout. We agreed to drop the lawsuit if he came on to talk about some crazy stories he has from the minor leagues and he was nice enough to play a round of Wax Pack Heroes with us and a pack of 1997 Donruss.

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Episode 180 - Cup Check

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Can Big Boss save the Fighters? The Mets are trying to catch up with the Yankees in number of retired numbers, but we don’t get this one. A former guest was at Old Timers Day at Citi Field and Mark explains why Ken Griffey Jr. Is not joining us for this episode. Our main segment this week looks at the colorful history of MLB playoffs before the first World Series. Who was playing? What were they playing for? How tall was it? 1990 Donruss supplies the Wax Pack Heroes where we discover the player with a SABR bio least proportional to their MLB career.

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Episode 179 - Tales from the Dugout v27

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:05:00 -0700

We try to regain our spot on the top whiskey podcasts with some baseball related whiskey news from Big Papi, check in with Lars Nootbaar and check out some debuts from the past. In our popular Tales from the Dugout segment we found some stories of some odd umpires, a missed opportunity with a light hitting shortstop from the 60’s and some “oddities” of some players a century ago that we doubt seemed odd even at the time. Wax Pack Heroes sees us open some 2000 Topps this week where we find out about a former player who punched out Connie Mack’s great grandson and put some other’s in federal prison after being part of a mortgage fraud sting.

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Episode 178 - Vin Scully, The Voice of Baseball

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Mark is back and just in time to talk about a pitcher coming out of retirement, some jersey number oddities, a great Rickey Henderson story told by Will Clark and a debut by a recent Hall of Famer. Then, in this week’s main segment, we remember the incomparable Vin Scully. He was the voice of baseball to many growing up and to Dodger fans for over 60 years. He covered some of the most memorable games, baseball and others. We will listen to some of his most famous calls and curious stories. We rip some more 2003 Topps for this week’s version of Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 177 - All By Myself

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Jeff’s all by himself this week but there is no lack of things to talk about. We delve into the Yankees very own two strike noise, baseball’s best new nickname, the obligatory Seinfeld reference, Rickey Henderson (because ofcourse), Lars Nootbaar, debuts and to put a bow on it, Vin Scully.

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Episode 176 - Is That Willie Mays Hayes Or Alex Cole?

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Alot of crazy baseball stuff to catch up on this week! Real stirrups are making a come back, sort of. We address a mis-guided critique and look forward to next year’s Hall of Fame eligible players, hint, it doesn’t take very long, as well as review the Derek Jeter documentary so far and discuss what the most common jersey number is throughout the history of baseball. We then remember Alex Cole’s limited time in the big leagues as it corresponded with the movie Major League before open some 2003 Topps in this week’s version of Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 175 - One Season Wonders

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 01:34:56 -0700

Our first post-All Star episode of the season and we’ve got alot to cover. We talk Hall of Fame pitchers and awards as well as look which jersey numbers produce the most WAR both recently and historically and the debuts segments is chalked full of some of the greatest names we’ve seen yet. Author John Vampatella (The Forgotten Game) joins us again to help us sort through some of the greatest one season wonders from the 1980’s and 90’s as well as play another round of Wax Pack Heroes with us.

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Episode 174 - All Star Week Mishaps

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:05:00 -0700

The All Star break is upon us and this week we take time out to remember some All Star Game mishaps. Mainly, alot of players wearing equipment that belongs to teams they do not play for. It’s like a game of musical batting helmets as players scramble to replace lost or forgotten equipment. Plus, we tracked down the Saturday Night Live skit with Tracy Morgan playing Jermaine Allensworth, get an update on a current player looking to wear real stirrups and have one of the biggest weeks of debuts ever. Wax Pack Heroes digs up a couple of packs of everybody’s ugliest cards, Donruss.

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Episode 173 - Tales from the Dugout v26

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 00:05:00 -0700

This week we catch up with a crazy triple play, position players pitching, the passing of a scouting & radar gun holding Dodger legend and some very interesting debuts. In our Tales from the Dugout section we talk about pace of play versus other sports and some of baseball’s biggest meltdowns inspired by Chris Sales tantrum last week. In Wax Pack Heroes we return to some more traditional cards and remember some players from the 1996 season.

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Episode 172- Red Barrett, Strikeoutter

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:05:00 -0700

The boys are back with a jam packed show. Since the last show they’ve gone to a card show, met one of the all-time favorite players & discuss what Richard Marx song would be the best theme for the pod. There is also a Lars Nootbaar update and a breakdown Jessie Winker’s crazy past week. Plus, some big news about either Jeff or Mark embarrassing themselves on a baseball diamond in the near future. The main story this week is about Red Barrett and his most famous game that he himself will be very glad to tell you all about. Plus some special packs for Wax Pack Heroes as we head to the minors!

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Episode 171 - Old Tyme Wax Packs

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:38:08 -0700

Special episode this week where we open listener curated packs of baseball cards, this time from the 1920’s and 30’s. While the cards were re-prints the names were classic. We got Hall of Famers, Heine’s, Specs, Jumbo’s as well as achievements in the kitchen and in horticulture. What other baseball history podcast is going to give you this! We alos review the Yankees start, Nick Castellano’s is raising an awesome kid & Jeff went to his first MLB game in a while last weekend, hear how it went.

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Episode 170 - Brien Taylor, the Best That Almost Was

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 00:05:00 -0700

This week we ponder what walk up music is most likely to break a slump: Nickleback or Dolly Parton? We also might have heard the best nick name in college baseball whom also just happens to swing the biggest bat in NCAA history. For our main subject this week, Brien Taylor. His cards were the holy grail for collectors in the early 90’s. Scouts called him the best prospect they’d ever seen. Scott Boras jumped at the chance to get as much money from the Yankees as he could (and did). But a family fight led to the best that almost was bouncing between surgeries, jobs and prison. In Wax Pack Heroes, we open some 1988 Fleer, looking for riches.

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Episode 169 - Playing Chicken with Wade Boggs

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Mark and Jeff have to come clean about their Cardinals/Carpenter knowledge plus an early review of the new Rickey Henderson book. Lars Nootbaar had a big week so of course we had to review it as well as remember a current MLB managers acting debut north of the border. Wade Boggs is the main topic of the week, the batting titles, the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry, overcoming his fear of horses to ride around Yankee Stadium in 1996 and of course the beer. Wade was everywhere in pop culture in the 80’s and 90’s and we have the receipts! Finally, in Wax Pack Heroes we rip what might be the greatest pack we have ever opened, but who opened it?

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Episode 168 - A Numbers Game

Tue, 31 May 2022 09:05:16 -0700

Last week we talked about some of the crazy similarities between Jeff Bagwell and Frank Thomas, this week we go more in depth with some other Hall of Famers and marvel at how strange baseball can be sometimes as other famous players careers mirror each other. Plus we cringe at some stirrups being worn in college, have a big Lars Nootbaar update, some big debuts from the past and we open a couple of packs of 1990 Upper Deck provided by a listener.

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Episode 167 - Tales from the Dugout v25

Tue, 24 May 2022 07:55:23 -0700

We always have fun doing this pod but this week was extra fun. We look at some crazy consciences between several Hall of Famers. We feel for Brian Jordan trying to say a specific word, confirm that John Rocker is still the same John Rocker and realize that Mark doesn’t like the movie Grease and is wrong about it. Plus naming pitches, baseball players trying to take over the friendly skies and quiches for Quality Starts. Wax Pack Heroes rounds out this crazy episode with some more listener packs!

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Episode 166 - We Quit, Just Kidding

Tue, 17 May 2022 00:52:44 -0700

Alot of crazy baseball history was made last week! Jeff and Mark review it all from combined no-hitters to historic batteries and strikeouts. They also discuss the crazy game Ferris, Cameron and Sloane got to see at Wrigley in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. In the main segment we remember the great umpire resignation of 1999 and the strike breakers of 1995. In Wax Pack Heroes the boys open up some 1990 Donruss and relive so great Hall of Famers.

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Episode 165 - Get Off My Lawn, MLB Edition

Tue, 10 May 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Another start, another accolade for ShoTime, but he could use an upgrade when it comes to his walk up music and we have just the thing for him! Plus, just how much would it take to root for your least favorite team? The guys discuss their magic number plus what decade did Gar Finnvold or Ham Patterson play in?
The main topic this week is the good ol’ days, or atleast according to MLB social media, any era but the present. Jeff gets some things off his chest about baseball social media as he explains how baseball has always been changing and complaining on social media isn’t going to help. Plus, why aren’t home plates made out of marble any more?
It’s opening week for a new season of Wax Pack Heroes. Who will take the season opener with a pack of 2000 Topps?

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Episode 164 - The Complete and Unauthorized History of Get Metsmerized

Tue, 03 May 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Mark and Jeff have some suggestions for who to name the newly minted NL DH of the Year award after, breakdown an important record that was broken last week in Philadelphia and remember a couple of very important debuts that happened May 3rd. Then, the line by line examination of the 1986 Tour de Force that was Get Metsmerized. The boasts, the off-beat and mispronounced words and the missed opportunities in what could have been the greatest stadium rock anthem of all time…if it were any god at all. Finally, the closest ever Wax Pack Heroes edition comes down to the final card, finally.

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Episode 163 - Tales from the Dugout v24

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Alot of baseball wackiness to talk about this week, but first, Miguel Cabrera did something historical last week, so we talked about that as well as nobody missing pitchers hitting so far, several MLB debuts including the anniversary of Mario Mendoza’s first appearance in MLB (you can guess about what he hit). We also cover a play being performed about a past show topic, a Hall of Famer who is directly responsible for both Jeff & Mark’s current paychecks, a millionaire managing a poor baseball team poorly and just which Major Leaguers have appeared on Sabrina the Teenage Witch. Plus, some new rules for a new season of Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 162 - Bugs Raymond

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 00:05:00 -0700

This week we continue our on-going series of MLB pitchers who are a little bit off. Bughouse used to be synonymous being a little off, that’s where Bugs Raymond got his nickname. Bugs was a fan of the booze, but he was a hell of a pitcher too. We also talk about that one time Frank Sinatra managed the Cubs, try to figure out who Ichiro Cano is named after and remember some memorable debuts. We open a couple of packs of 2000 Topps.

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Episode 161 - Wrong Answers Only

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:05:00 -0700

This episode was some of the most fun we’ve had on this pod. We talk about our favorite players all the time, this week we talk all about our second favorite players at each position. Who’s Jeff’s second favorite left fielder? What about Mark’s second favorite pitcher? Let us know just how wrong we are on who our personal favorites are! Also, perfection in the NPB, some ballpark food with a ring to it and some two strike noise at Yankee Stadium. Plus, a curated pack of Wax Pack Heroes sent in by a listener.

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Episode 160 - Goodbye 3 Pitch Pitcher ABs

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:10:00 -0700

This week we prepare for a baseball world without pitchers taking 3 called strikes in a row. We relive some of the greatest pitcher moments with the bat as well as some of the more common not so great moments featuring pitcher and bats. Plus we check in on Big Boss to see if he is the most exciting thing on the club, we prepare for hearing umpires explain their awful calls to the crowd, prepare for some numbers to be retired and look at this week’s debuts. We have a very special Wax Pack Heroes with some curated packs from a listener.

Sad Romance (a.k.a. Sad Violin) - Ji Pyeong Kwon

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Episode 159 - Tonight, Let It Be Lowenstein

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:10:00 -0700

While we wait for MLB to start, the NPB already has & Big Boss is already making waves. The rule no baseball fans likes returns for another season, while another that we like is put in place. The Savannah Bananas did their best Globetrotters impersonation and did something new for baseball, plus a historic debut remembered. In our main story we talk about John Lowenstein, a swiss army knife on the field and one of the great jokers off it. We recap some of his greatest hits & put him on the short list for Two Strike Noise sainthood. In Wax Pack Heroes, another couple of packs of 2000 Topps. Can Mark close out another championship?

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Episode 158 - Just Wax Packs

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:47:31 -0700

We start this week by remembering former guest of the pod Ralph Terry who passed away last week with a clip of him telling one of our favorite stories about meeting some of baseball’s royalty as a young player. Plus we talk Joey Votto’s hobbies, Mr. October in Astros orange (?) & we have our first debut segment of the season. To wrap up the show we open some 2000 Topps and get some big names and big scores.

Ralph Terry on Two Strike Noise - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tTdKbuiovsP5OZM59jofN?si=whQR50rmQHmG5U4e_LF9Wg

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Episode 157 - Pete Browning, aka Pietro Gladiator Redlight Distillery Browning

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:05:00 -0700

Since there are already enough Mr. Belvedere podcasts, we’re going to stick to baseball history. Speaking of baseball, it’s back! We start off the first pod of spring training with some historical anniversaries, one of the first players to get paid and the other an inside the park home run that left on fielder stuck to the wall & another one doubled over laughing. Our main topic this week is somebody we talked about briefly a couple of weeks back, the original Louisville Slugger, Pete Browning. He’s most famous for bats, but he had a strange career and a hard life. Finally, in Wax Pack Heroes 1997 Donruss prove to be some exciting names, who will pull the most exciting?

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Episode 156 - Tales from the Dugout v24

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 00:05:00 -0800

This week, another installment of Tales from the Dugout! We discuss another celebrity that’s on the Rickey bandwagon as well as MC Hammer begging to be our friend. Also, Flint Rhem was a pretty good pitcher but an even better drinker. That leads to alot of drunken hi-jinx which is our middle name. Also, a Ladies Day turns raucous after the home 9’s dreamy pitcher is ejected & we speak as close to admiringly about Barry Bonds as we’re ever going to get. Wax Pack Heroes takes on a couple of packs of 1988 Fleer as we wind down another season.

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Episode 155 - Homer at the Bat

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 00:05:00 -0800

The Yankees do 2 things more than anybody else, win World Series and retire numbers. They’re going to do one for sure next year. Scott Hatteberg hit a big walk off home run in 2002 to extend the A’s record winning streak, so why did he get fined for it? Last week was the 30th anniversary of maybe the greatest baseball themed episode in television history. We look back at the crazy game between Springfield and Shellbyville and some of the greatest MLB cameo’s ever. Plus we find out who turned down the opportunity at immortality. In Wax Pack Heroes we take on a couple of packs of 1988 Fleer.

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Episode 154 - Louisville Sluggers

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 00:05:00 -0800

This week, we found what might just be the craziest story on the back of a baseball card ever. Ricky Jordan and his broken jaw led to what might be the worst card back of all time. We dig into the mail bag to get more info about Rick Cerone and his, what we thought was a long lost, music career. How will it compare to Ruben Sierra’s? Our main topic this week has to do with bats, specifically the most iconic bat-maker of all time, Louisville Slugger. From it’s humble beginnings for a single batter to being synonymous with the game itself to all but disappearing in today’s game. Plus, some gifted 1990 Donruss for this week’s Wax Pack Heroes gives us some great names.

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Episode 153 - Toni Stone & Joe Reliford

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:05:00 -0800

This week the worlds of MLB & KPop collide with a good dose of sideburns. We remember some players who have passed recently as well as Honus Wagner’s awesome brother (who also passed but along time ago). Yet another celebrity jumps on the Two Strike Noise bandwagon on social media & we discuss ESPN’s rankings of best uniforms. In our main segment, we celebrate Black History Month with two stories about African American’s in baseball that you might not have heard of before, Toni Stone & Joe Reliford. 1991 Score provide the ammo for this week’s edition of Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 152 - We Are All Steve Garvey’s Sons

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 00:05:00 -0800

Managers as mascots, Shohei Otahni’s weakness finally exposed, NPB fashion updates, Larry Andersen’s stand up routine in the bullpen and more triple plays trivia. In our main story this week we discuss Steve Garvey. From all-American poster boy to Jerry Springer All-Star, we cover Steve’s successful on the field, with the ladies and some very odd appearances in tv and movies and finally as a snake oil salesperson. In Wax Pack Heroes we open some 1989 Topps in a battle for the stale gum.

All the triple plays! - https://stathead.com/tiny/u7MMd
Steve Garvey “fan” website - http://www.sonsofstevegarvey.com/v

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Episode 151 - Tales from the Dugout v23

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:05:00 -0800

This week we try to equate some cricket terms with baseball, talk sudden death and triple plays. In another edition of our Tales from the Dugout segment we dive into baseball’s hand in some crazy eating contests, a Ranger’s fake arrest and then his real one and finally the evolution of Lee Smith’s whole in-game persona explained by the man himself. It’s definitely not what you expect. Plus a mix and match version of Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 150 - Fan Appreciation

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 00:05:00 -0800

For our 150th episode we first remember some of the pop culture icons we’ve lost already this year (related to baseball ofcourse), discuss the most consistent seasons ever & talk about some baseball rebrands for the upcoming season. Then it’s user content! We asked and you listened! We got a bunch of crazy boxscores from the past send in by listeners that were alot of fun to go through. We were also asked to bring back Second Best so we did along with more user submitted topics for us to talk about.

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Episode 149 - I’m Keith Hernandez

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 00:27:35 -0800

It’s been a crazy week for the off-season while the players are locked out. Making Camden Yards cavernous & Rachel Balkovec taking the reigns in Tampa are just the tip of the iceberg. Our main segment is about Keith Hernandez, somebody that seems to be mentioned almost every week on the show, but this week we go beyond Seinfeld. That means, co-MVP’s, drugs (alot of drugs), defense (alot of defense) all the way to the booth where he resides today. In Wax Pack Heroes we take on a couple of packs of 1996 Donruss for some players we’ve never talked about before.

1988 Topps Podcast - Ruben Sierra - https://anchor.fm/1988topps/episodes/Ruben-Sierra-771-e1cnreq

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Episode 148 - Boxscores

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 00:05:00 -0800

Last week we talked about some music made by baseball stars, this week we listen to it. Ruben Sierra impresses with his voice, Rick Cerrone gets all the accolades & Tim Burke gives the performance of a lifetime. Our main subject this week is boxscores, something we lived by every morning before the Internet let us watch every game as it happens. And a user submitted pack for Wax Pack Heroes tempts us with our favorite teams, but not always our favorite players.

Rick Cerrone superlatives for his vocal debut - http://www.geocities.ws/cesarano/ceronesings.html
Jeff Moore and the distance - Home Run (1995) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-m6XnWgY8o&ab_channel=MyOldVHSTapes87-03andMore

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Episode 147 - May 1, 1991

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 00:05:00 -0800

We couldn’t forgive ourselves if we didn’t start the new year off without paying tribute to the one and only Betty White (ofcourse related to baseball). Then we do what we do best, talk about Rickey Henderson and Nolan Ryan. One fateful day in May, two of the greatest players to ever put on a uniform did something that might not ever be equaled again in a single day in baseball. In our first Wax Pack Heroes of the year, we open a couple of 1990 Donruss and bask in the waxy goodness.

Pop Fly Pop Shop talk with Alan Trammel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZ5wpBpCp5w
Reliever top win totals - https://stathead.com/tiny/pVKc1

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Episode 146 - Tales from the Dugout v22

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 00:05:00 -0800

We close out the year with some great stories about Cornelius Alexander McGillicuddy, Eddie Gaedel, Jamie Moyer and ofcourse we put a bow tie on the year with another new Rickey Henderson story (that is 100% not true), straight from the man himself. Plus a Holiday movie review(?) and some rules changes the NPB incorporated into the game during WWII. Finally, a couple of packs of Donruss to close out before the break in Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 145 - Horrible Bosses (Winfield/Steinbrenner)

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:05:00 -0800

Everybody’s had a horrible boss before, but George Steinbrenner was the king. Despite paying Dave Winfield a record contract, he hated the man! He had him benched, refused to pay his charity the money he owed them & even payed a known mob associate $40k for dirt on him. Winfield got the last laugh though, he made the Hall of Fame while George was (temporarily) banned for life. Hear all about the toxic workplace Winfield had to deal with. Plus we remember the Dave Winfield-Nolan Ryan brawl, revile in a song about Tom Henke & talk a little Back to the Future via the MiLB Rule 5 draft. And as always, Wax Pack Heroes where we tackle a couple of packs from 1991.

Two Strike Noise TWIB Rewatch - https://youtu.be/9dWU4ItK2hc
The Zen of Bobby V (2008) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBaAgVlHNDY

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Episode 144 - John Kruk, Baseball Player, Not Athlete

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 23:00:00 -0800

December 7th was an infamous day in history for both the USA and baseball. We remember both this week as well as take a moment to think about a trade for Bobby Bonilla, this year. In our main segment we remember the career of John Kruk as well as all the crazy late night talk show visits. Finally we rip a couple of packs of 1996 Donruss in Wax Pack Heroes.

Two Strike Noise TWIB Rewatch - https://youtu.be/9dWU4ItK2hc
John Kruk Late Night Talk Show Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A91IHpqCkKg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkLV5xV5ezc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCrs_LvDKJw

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Episode 143 - Bobby Valentine, Valentine’s Way

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 00:05:00 -0800

This week former player & manager Bobby Valentine joins us to talk about his career. We talk about his infamous disguise in the dugout (we also find out it was not the first time he had gone undercover), managing & playing with our all-time favorite players, how many times he deserved to be tossed and George Steinbrenner did WHAT to the visiting clubhouse at Shea Stadium during the 2000 World Series? Bobby was also nice enough to open a pack of 1990 Upper Deck cards with us and had some great stories about some of the players we pulled (it was the perfect time to pull a Geno Petralli!).

Valentine's Way: My Adventurous Life and Times - https://www.amazon.com/Valentines-Way-Adventurous-Life-Times/dp/1637580940
Bobby Valentine’s Sports Academy - https://bvacademy.com/
Spill the Beans with Ryan Spilboroghs - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4jOPm2-y50&ab_channel=ColoradoRockies
Two Strke Noise TWIB Rewatch - https://youtu.be/9dWU4ItK2hc

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Episode 142 - Bunts & Hog Calls

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 00:08:17 -0800

This week we talk about the first player to win 2 World Series rings in 2 years AND have a string of pearls in the Hall of Fame, an MLB pitcher giving a clown what he deserves and Carlos Correa continues his heel act with a spicy (but true) take on a first ballot Hall of Famer. In the main segment of the show we ponder if Brett Butler is the best bunter in MLB history and learn about the art of hog calling while learning about pitcher Pea Ridge Day. In Wax Pack Heroes we rip a couple of 1991 Score packs and learn that whoever wrote Luis Soho’s Wikipedia page does not like him very much.

Adam Wainwright Dunks a Clown - https://www.thescore.com/s/19770633
Hog Calling Highlights - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUY9FmBvqms

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Episode 141 - Tales from the Dugout v21

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:05:00 -0800

This episode of Tales form the Dugout focuses on some of the strangest and weirdest first basemen. We discuss a stone-gloved slugger, a bat-hungry slugger and a stinky slugger. We always thought left handed relievers were supposed to be the weird ones. Plus we discuss the new Big Boss inn Japan, Buster Posey and the Hall and the World Series celebration in Atlanta. In this week’s Wax Pack Heroes we both open some 1990 Fleers to find some familiar names.

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Episode 140 - The Arm Barn Episode

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:07:44 -0700

This weeks episode is brought to you by PETA. One tweet set the baseball social media world crazy, so we got in on it a well. Alot of pitcher talk, a former MLB closer skippered a NPB team to a pennant, pitcher’s with food names and the main attraction, the entire, complete history of the term “bullpen” as it relates to baseball. Wax Pack Heroes takes on a couple of packs of 1997 Donruss.

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Episode 139 - Who Is the Real Dutch Leonard

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Dutch Leonard is not a very common name, except for in Major League Baseball. There have been two of them, both pitchers and both with some crazy stories. One tended to trend toward the good, the other a bit more mischievous. Whether it was feuding with Ty Cobb, claiming Tris Speak was throwing games or just getting suspended, alot, the Dutch Leonard’s are fun to talk about. Plus, we discuss how Tony Suck really lived up to his name as well as the anniversary of several very noteworthy games. Wax Pack Heroes revisits some 1988 Score and Donruss.

Pop Fly Pop Shop - https://popflypopshop.com/

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Episode 138 - Glenn Hubbard, Snake Charmer

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Of all the crazy, weird and strange 80’s Wax Pack baseball cards, there are a handful that stand out. This week we tell the story of one of the oddest of the bunch. Glenn Hubbard loved snakes, so when he saw one on-field before a game in Philadelphia. Little did he know that picture would go from being a personal keep-sake to one of the most memorable Fleer cards ever. We also talk stolen base success rate or lack therefor of as well as baseball’s evangelical base stealer of the 1880’s. This week’s Wax Pack Heroes sees some 1992 Pinnacle cards where we learn of players who have gone on to NASCAR and the PBA.

Billy Sunday - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/s/sundabi01.shtml

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Episode 137 - 1986 ALCS Game 5

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:20:13 -0700

With the risk of becoming a Red Sox history podcast, we revisit another crazy Boston playoff series/game. Timely home runs and clutch hitting helped take the Sox from the brink of elimination to baseball’s biggest stage for one of the most memorable World Series in history. Plus, we review some historic performances from this year’s playoffs so far, we ask an important question regarding a million dollar autograph and we consider the actual effects of a pitch clock. Finally, in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes, we open some 2008 Upper Deck and for the first time ever, get some guys who are still playing today!

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Episode 136 - ALCS Game 5, The Forgotten Game

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Author John Vampatella joins us to talk about his new book, The Forgotten Game, which chronicles Game 5 of the 2004 ALCS. Sandwiched between Big Papi’s 12th inning walk to keep the Red Sox in the Series and the infamous Bloody Sock Game, Game 5 was a marathon with two Hall of Fame pitchers on the mound (Mussina v Martinez). John was a blast to talk to about 80’s, 90’s & 2000’s MLB. Ofcourse there’s a Lars Nootbaar update, golf & baseball & which team has suffered the most ruptured um, man nether-regions? And why is anybody keeping track? Plus John sticks around for a round of Wax Pack Heroes.

John Vampatella Website - https://www.johnvampatella.com/featuredproject
The Forgotten Game on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Forgotten-Game-2004-ALCS-Yankees/dp/1642939889
2004 ALCS Game 5 box score - https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/BOS/BOS200410180.shtml

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Episode 135 - Tales from the Dugout v19

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 08:17:22 -0700

Big show this week with a bunch of crazy stories! An epic new Rickey Henderson saga that almost got him thrown at, we besmirch a couple of Hall of Famers, we praise the Astros (wait,what!), wonder what’s up with Lars Nootbaar, stick up for Deon Sanders, remember a game where the team won by half a run and extol the toughness of Bob Gibson yet again. Plus another custom pack of baseball cards for Wax Pack Heroes. It must be sweeps week!

Ted Simmons Coca Cola Braised Onion Burger - https://m.facebook.com/watch/?v=252712496655949&_rdr

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Episode 134 - Baseball Traditions

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Baseball is full of traditions, good or bad, that as a fan, you’ve got to take in stride if you go to a ballgame. There’s singing (the anthem, Take Me Out to the Ballgame), there’s strange people in costumes (the Chicken, the Phanatic), there is trickery (keep a decoy ball to throw back if you catch an opponent’s HR), and there’s more singing if you’re team wins. Why do we do these crazy things during a game? Plus, Lars Nootbaar, the Bob Brenley Game (?) and a 1990 Fleer edition of Wax Pack Heroes.

The Bob Brenley Game highlights - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlmNKgEITM0&ab_channel=MLB
Bang Your Heat (It’s a Celebration) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OewLpY6gVd4&ab_channel=BillMcClintock

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Episode 133 - The Pesky Red Sock Johhny Pesky

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 00:05:00 -0700

This week we get started with some of the crazy baseball history that was made in the past week, we rank players who have been nicknamed Bull, we remember a wild game at Wrigley from 2001 in which the 7th inning stretch singer got tossed form the game (by Angel Hernandez surprise, surprise) but that wasn’t even the weirdest thing to happen in that game and ofcourse we review the week in Lars Nootbaar news. Our main story is a statistical review of Red Sox shortstop Johnny Pesky. He spent over 60 years in baseball & was involved in some memorable plays including a legend of the Pesky Pole in Fenway. Wax Pack Heroes takes on a couple of packs of 1993 Donruss.

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Episode 132 - Padres & Giants Pitcher Dave Dravecky Pt.2

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Part two of our outstanding interview with former Padres & Giants pitcher, Dave Dravecky. He tells some crazy stories about the always off the wall Gaylord Perry, his most memorable mound visit and pitching at the icebox that was Candlestick Park. Dave was nice enough to stick around and play a round of Wax Pack Heroes with us as well, opening some 1986 Topps and telling some great stories about some of the players we pulled. Plus, as usual, the latest on Lars Nootbaar and some 1990’s sitcoms with the Blue Jays and the Griffey’s.

ENDURANCE WITH JAN & DAVE DRAVECKY - https://www.davedravecky.com/

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Episode 131 - Padres & Giants Pitcher Dave Dravecky

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Episode 131 - Padres & Giants Pitcher Dave Dravecky
Some players have stories that are so compelling & great you remember them off the field more than on. Dave Dravecky had a great career on the mound, but what happened to him after a cancer diagnosis and gruesome injury during his comeback are even a better story. In part one of our time with Dave, we talk about playing baseball in Hawaii, his lone career home run, the guys who hit him well, being an All-Star and alot more. Plus, Lars Nootbaar is heating it up in St. Louis, we remember Kent Hrbek’s major league debut and THAT play at first with Ron Gant and finally, another round of Wax Pack Heroes with some custom packs sent in by a listener.

No Crying in Baseball Podcast - https://www.nocryinginbball.com/
ENDURANCE WITH JAN & DAVE DRAVECKY - https://www.davedravecky.com/

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Episode 130 - We Stan Don Stanhouse

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Back in the studio after two weeks & we catch up on some of the crazy records that have been broken since we last recorded. No hitters, strike outs, blown saves and some really big Lars Nootbaar news! Our main story this week focuses on a relief pitcher with some of the best hair, best fashion sense and the best sense of humor. Don Stanhouse was known to lull batters to sleep while on the mound, but off the field he was he was known as Stan the Man Unusual. Our kind of guy. Wax Pack Heroes goes big, 1989 Topps Big. Will they be a big success or a big bust?

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Episode 129 - Tales from the Dugout v19

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Lots of talk about stolen bases, team names and a really big debut anniversary. We do a deeper dive on Joey Votto and his recent HR streak and find one of the names he was chasing already had a special place in our show. We also relive a crazy game with a Hall of Fame umpire, a Hall of Fame shortstop and a pitcher named Togie. Plus some 1986 Fleer packs keep us occupied in another edition of Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 128 - Worst Trades In MLB History

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:05:00 -0700

This week we review the worst trades ever made in baseball history. Some of the biggest names in MLB history were the result of really bad trades, atleast for one team. Babe Ruth, Pee Wee Reese, Lou Brock and David Ortiz (or Arias as it was) were acquired for next to nothing and went on to have Hall of Fame careers. We try to figure out who has made the most one-sided trades, the Red Sox or the Mariners. We also cover Olympic bullpen carts (which are awesome), a historic game between the Twins and Tigers and we lament Lars Nootbaar just sitting on the Cardinals bench. Plus round 2 of Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 127 - Joe D. Seals the Deal

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 01:00:57 -0700

This week we talk about how Joe DiMaggio dominated the PCL before donning the pinstripes. He suited up for his hometown San Francisco Seals for an odd reason and soon caught the eye of MLB teams back east with his bat. Plus we talk Guardians baseball, the rangers futility, Lars Nootbaar (ofcourse), partake in some listener trivia and remember Charlie Kerfeld’s outstanding pranks in our debuts segment. Finally, we start off a new season of Wax Pack Heroes with a specially curated pair of packs provided by a listener. Who will start this year off on top?

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Episode 126 - The Umpire Said What? The Funniest Man in Blue Ever, Ron Luciano

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 00:05:00 -0700

This week we find out some minor league teams just never learn when it comes to beer promotions, we look back at a truly historical Padres-Nats game and ofcourse Lars Nootbaar. Our main story this week is the larger than life former MLB umpire (not Eric Gregg) Ron Luciano. From shooting out players on the bases to chatting them up at homeplate, Luciano probably had more fun than anybody else on the field. We recount many of his stories. Plus Wax Pack Heroes playing it loose with some loose singles that were sent to us. We definitely pulled some names that we haven’t discussed before.

Dollar beer night brawl - https://twitter.com/TJHitchings/status/1415858572500557826?ref_src=twsrc^tfw|twcamp^tweetembed|twterm^1415858572500557826|twgr^|twcon^s1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tmz.com%2F2021%2F07%2F16%2Fnew-jersey-jackals-baseball-game-brawl-fans-fight-miners-dollar-beer-night%2F
Andrew Harmer’s great article on the history of multiple All Star Games - https://howtheyplay.com/team-sports/Remembering-when-Major-League-Baseball-hosted-two-All-Star-Games-each-season
Daniel Horine’s incredible graphic novel-inspired baseball art - https://howtheyplay.com/team-sports/Remembering-when-Major-League-Baseball-hosted-two-All-Star-Games-each-season

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Episode 125 - All Star Week Quiz Spectacular

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 00:05:00 -0700

It’s All Star week and we are all about it. We talk history of the Mid-Summer Classic, the Home Run Derby, streaks, records and Lars Nootbar. How well can you score on these All-Star level questions? Trust us, they are not easy but there are some great names to discuss in the answers. Plus Wax Pack Heroes comes down to the wire with some special All Star rules in play.

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Episode 124 - Tales from the Dugout v18

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 00:05:00 -0700

It’s been a couple of weeks so it’s time to empty out the strange but true baseball stories that have piled up since the last one. We sample some “unique” music form the Diamondbacks stadium, highlight some players other than Bobby Bonilla that are still getting paid, take a look at what Lars Nootbaar is up to this week as well as relive some classic baseball car pranks, Bo Jackson doing Bo Jackson things in a pool and Johnny Bench putting a veteran pitcher in his place as a rookie. Finally, another episode of Wax Pack Heroes, hint we pulled a Gregg Jefferies rookie card, so we basically hit the lottery.

Chase Field roof opening music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuiPvnto1T8&t=113s&ab_channel=chrispythegull

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Episode 123 - Rick Rizzs, Mariners Radio Voice

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Longtime radio voice of the Seattle Mariners, Rick Rizzs joins us this week. If it’s happened in baseball, Rick has seen it. Probably twice. We cover alot of topics with Rick including a never before heard follow up on Jello-Gate (which we covered in episode 89), Ken Griffey Jr. Getting grounded and just how many times Lou Pinella could kick his cap after getting tossed for arguing a bad call on the field. Plus, Rick opens a pack of 1992 Leaf baseball cards with us and remembers some great stories about the players we pull including one of this broadcast patterns.

Norm Charlton runs over Mike Scioscia - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ssq3b3UfDYQ&ab_channel=CincinnatiReds

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Episode 122 - The Sandberg Game

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Could Roger McDowell really have been the second spitter if he was infact in Pittsburgh? We dive into some seminal Seinfeld baseball lure, we remember some of Kurt Bevacqua’s greatest scraps along with some Father’s Day second generation players. In our main segment we remember a game that might have been called the Willie McGee game if it were not for Ryne Sandberg’s coming out party on the NBA Game of the Week. Wax Pack Heroes tackles some 1997 Donruss were there are Hall of Famers everywhere!

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Episode 121 - Tom Drees, No Hitters R Us

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Sure, you’ve heard about Johnny Vander Meer throwing the only back to back no hitters in MLB history, but what about 3 in one season, including back to back? Tom Drees wasn’t given much of a chance in the bigs, but in AAA he completely baffled batters 3 times in one season. We hear all about his incredible season plus historic home runs in Fenway, Bartolo Colon doing Bartolo Colon things and Lou Gehrig trades in his Yankee hat for a ten gallon hat. Finally, we experiment with some new rules for Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 120 - The Golden Baseball League Was Weird

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 00:05:00 -0700

On this week’s episode we recall Scott Lusader’s dreadful top of the first defense, Whit Merrifield doing Rickey things & Patrick Wisdom doing unheard of things. Our main story covers the brief but odd history of the Golden Baseball League. The leagues first year saw Hall of Famers, a city losing their team because the military seized their home stadium & a band of Japanese Ronin who played every game on the road. Plus a special Wax Pack Heroes with some special cards.

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Episode 119 - Moe Drabowsky, Patron Saint of Two Strike Noise

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 22:31:32 -0700

Moe Drabowsky had a 17 year career in MLB, won two World Series rings with the Orioles and was a big league pitching coach for several years. But he might best be known as the Polish Prince of Pranks. Snakes, prank calls from the bullpen and the master of the hot foot. We celebrate Drabowsky’s entire catalog of tomfoolery and thusly proclaim him, Patron Saint of the Pod. Plus, Willie Mays, Lou Gehrig, Wax Pack Heroes and more Benny Disefano talk because why not?

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Episode 118 - Tales from the Dugout v17

Tue, 25 May 2021 01:08:25 -0700

Another award winning version of our Tales from the Dugout feature. This time we talk more about left handed hitting catchers and why you don’t see them anymore, walkoff triples, a Soft Bank Hawks fan that might have trolled the Yomiuri Giants a little too much for the local authorities liking. Plus the usual debuts, trivia and we visit the year of 1997 for this version of Wax pack Heroes.

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Episode 117 - Weirdest Trades in Baseball History

Tue, 18 May 2021 00:05:00 -0700

There is alot to digest when talking about some of the weirdest trades in baseball history, literally. Teams apparently have no problem trading a player for some donuts, catfish, turkeys or barrels of oysters? Other weird asks when trying to make a trade: a new outfield fence, rent, a new suit and ofcourse the old standby, a bag of balls and some bats. Wax Pack Heroes rips some 2007 Upper Deck.

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Episode 116 - Pitchers Do Cheat!

Tue, 11 May 2021 12:14:10 -0700

In a Two Strike Noise first, we revisit last week’s topic to further explore pitchers cheating with some new info on Whitey Ford, Nolan Ryan, Rick Honeycutt and Gaylord Perry. Plus, we look at something that blew Jeff’s mind regarding Vinny Castilla as well as Canadian baseball award winners. Finally, another new set of cards for Wax Pack Heroes, this week it’s 1997 Donruss.

Vinny Castilla’s Walk Up Music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjPA7CXutDw&list=PLlzhZNTYD9Fm5RdJP6AahgduTrUtDSWYn&index=3&ab_channel=BobDylanVEVO
Sergio Romo’s Walk Up Music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH6ppOAB5d0&ab_channel=BandaSinaloenseVEVO

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Episode 115 - Pitchers Don’t Cheat

Tue, 04 May 2021 00:05:00 -0700

If we’ve learned anything from Trevor Bauer in the past year, it’s that apparently every pitcher cheats. Whether you believe it or not, this week we pontificate on some ways in which pitchers might cheat if they were so inclined. Plus, we found out some new info on Howard Johnson’s rib eating championship that involves none other than Rusty Staub, we go over listeners name submissions from last week’s show and we celebrate Star Wars Day with some baseball names worthy of being granted the title of Jedi Master. Finally, we open our first ever packs of cards in Wax Pack Heroes that were produced in this century and scored a relic!

Mustaches and Baseball Blog - https://mustachesandbaseball-blog.tumblr.com/
BASEBALL AERODYNAMICS - The fluid dynamics of baseball pitches
https://www.baseballaero.com/2020/01/30/how-to-legally-scuff-a-baseball-post-45/

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Episode 114 - The Astrodome

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Things that aren’t supposed to happen in a domed baseball stadium:
-A rain out
-A luxury apartment complete with a bowling alley and a gun range
-A radio announced calling a game from a box suspended above second base
All of these things, as odd as they sound, took place in the Houston Astrodome. This week we look at the history and the oddities of baseball’s first domed stadium. Plus, players who die at sea, Jay Bruce equals Cecil & Prince Fielder before retiring & Mel Ott facts. And as always, we do some junk wax era combat in Wax Pack Heroes with a couple of packs of 1988 Topps.

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Episode 113 - Pepperidge Farms Remembers (Baseball Edition)

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Do you remember players wearing shiny jackets in the dugout? How about special shoes just for Astroturf? How about umpires holding a balloon protector infront of them behind homeplate. They say Pepperidge Farm remembers, well so do Jeff and Mark. This week we remember some things from when we started out as fans of the game that are no longer around. We also relive the best use of a slice of pizza as revenge during a MLB game and rip some 1991 Fleer packs for Wax Pack Heroes.

Dave Bresnahan - Throwing spuds - https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=bresna001dav
Patriot’s Day Pizza - https://www.mlb.com/news/the-fenway-park-pizza-throw-story

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Episode 112 - Harvey Haddix - Almost Perfect

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 01:05:00 -0700

It’s so great to have baseball back! Leading off this week no-hit catchers, Tim Lacastro update, baseball TikTok and some Hall of Fame debuts. In our main segment we learn about Harvey Haddix, who threw the greatest perfect game inn MLB history only to not only not get credit for a perfect game but also took the loss! Wax Pack Heroes is a nail bitter with some Stadium Club & Fleer providing ammo.

Rube Wadell Tick Tok - https://twitter.com/emmabaccellieri/status/1379978724460875776

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Episode 111 - Greatest Giveaways & Promotions

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 00:08:11 -0700

There's so much to talk about from Opening Week. Several starts for players that people will be talking about years from now as well as some odd moves, missing fans, player contact tracking, debuts and the answer to one of our hardest trivia questions yet. Our main segments highlights some of the oddest promotions and giveaways from the recent past in both the major and minor leagues. From toilet seats to gall bladders, they’ve all been given away to attract fans. Finally, Wax Pack Heroes takes on some odd packs of 1991 Fleer.

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Episode 110 - Tales from the Dugout (Opening Day Edition)

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:40:09 -0700

Opening week is here and we celebrate by talking about Joey Gallo’s prom date, Charlie Brown’s lone career home run, Johnny Vander Meer’s forgotten no hitter, pitcher’s using pickle juice and nail salons and Minor League baseball’s attempt to curb domestic violence (hint: it did not go well). Plus a couple of 1989 Topps packs for another version of Wax Pack Heroes.

Circle Back song - Circleback song- mhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ik7F71acDLs
Geoff Moore & The Distance - Home Run - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVtebmWYDuc&ab_channel=VR

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Episode 109 - 33 Innings Later

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:11:03 -0700

We don’t ever want to hear people complain about baseball games taking too long. In 1981 the Rochester Red Wings and Pawtucket Paw Sox decided that 9 innings was not enough for them. It took 33 innings (and a couple of months) for a winner to be declared. Future Hall of Famers Cal Ripken Jr. and Wade Boggs were amongst the players who played the equivalent of 3+ games without a break! We break down the game, the numbers and the stories from professional baseball’s longest game ever. Plus, Twins fighting, a Cub becomes a mule and ofcourse Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 108 - Tales From the Dugout v15

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 00:05:00 -0700

Long at bats, famous first last names, barber shop quartets, strange Topps products, Cheese steak champions and secretly living in a baseball stadium. What if we told you that isn’t even everything we talk about in this week’s show? Plus, this week’s Wax Pack Heroes takes a rather dark turn quickly when we open one of what might be the most delinquent packs of Donruss ever.

Trivia Answer - https://www.baseball-reference.com/managers/mccarjo99.shtml
Cheesesteak Eating Title - https://www.nj.com/mets/2014/06/in_philadelphia_mets_eat_cheesesteaks_better_than_the_rest_and_break_records.html

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Episode 107 - Hugh Daily, Caught One Handed

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 00:05:00 -0800

Before Jim Abbott, there was Hugh Daily. He was a fiery, one handed, Irishman who was one of the first pitchers to throw over hand. The biggest problem with having Hugh on your team though was, nobody liked him. His penchant for causing a train wreck mixed with striking out batters made him popular with fans, but much less so with his teammates. Plus we cover more Adam Ottovino fan-fiction written by Adam himself regarding his new team, we find out why Jim Kaat was such a great fielding pitcher and we take on some of the blandest Donruss cards ever in Wax Pack Heroes but make them as exciting as a no hitter in the ninth.

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Episode 106 - Horace Fogel, Failing Upwards

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:05:00 -0800

Horace Fogel was a failed politician, failed manager & failed owner. How bad was he? He tried to convert a young Christy Mathewson into a first baseman. Despite all of his misfires he continued to be involved in baseball until he pushed too far, dealing in late 1800’s Qanon-like baseball conspiracy theories. Bad enough were these falsehoods that they landed him in very rare company, banned from baseball for life. Plus Seinfeld-baseball trivia & Jeff finds his people, The Society for the Preservation of Barbershop Quartet Singing who coincidentally came up with some great names for the then Houston expansion team. Finally, Wax Pack Heroes takes on some very mediocre 1989 Scores packs.

Tipping Pitches Podcast -
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tipping-pitches/id1265588219
https://open.spotify.com/show/4GYOatQjKlvePSZ1GkjA1T
https://www.stitcher.com/show/tipping-pitches

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Episode 105 - Fernando-Mania

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:05:00 -0800

The 1981 MLB season was known for two things, a strike and Fernando-mania. Dodger fans went crazy for a 20 year old, left-handed screwballer who captured the interest of the Latin fan base of LA as well as the Rookie of the Year & the Cy Young! There were songs written about him, cereal boxes with his face on them & strikeouts. Lots of them. We talk everything El Toro. Plus, we remember the anniversary of Homer at the Bat & find out some players who turned down a chance to be drawn onto Mr. Burns team of ringers. Finally, Wax Pack Heroes as we rip some 1991 & 92 Topps packs.

Daniel Jacob Horine YouTube chat with Dale Murphy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZTuOpeTWXU
Fernando El Toro - Lalo Guerrero - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIXiFXVIlSA&ab_channel=TheIerockabilly

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Episode 104 - History of the Designated Hitter

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 23:53:00 -0800

Talk of taking the bat out of the pitcher’s hands goes all the way back to the late 1800’s. So why do we still have two leagues with different rules? We’ll walk through all the iterations and arguments for and against the designated hitter this week as well as touch on baseball player home security, Storm Davis’ origin story, the 1976 A’s literally running a mile ahead of the Twins and Wax Pack Heroes with some 1987 & 1990 Fleer cards.

Bob Newhart baseball bit - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5anAHCvl0v0&ab_channel=BobNewhart-Topic

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Episode 103 - Famous Home Run Calls

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 18:28:37 -0800

Rickey Henderson Hall of Fame artifacts now presented by Two Strike Noise! We’ll tell you where to see them. We start our search for the most Wax Pack Hero-ish additional scoring card. Can you beat the 1993 Tony Gwynn Topps? Then we listen to some of the most famous home run calls over the past 70 years. Can you name them just by listening to the call? Finally, we crack a couple of packs of Score in Wax Pack Heroes.

Two Strike Noise HOF Rickey sponsored items -
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https://collection.baseballhall.org/PASTIME/rickey-henderson-shoes-1980-0v

Darren Willman @darenw - https://twitter.com/darenw/status/1356616442783932416

Romantic About Baseball Podcast plays their own version of Wax Pack Heroes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-54-we-open-bad-cards/id1481719028?i=1000506633405

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Episode 102 - Tales From the Dugout v14

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:05:00 -0800

More tales from the dugout this week as we remember the Astros want to remind you to update those passwords, Bernie the Brewer was a real, beer-swelling, lederhosen-wearing, camper-on-top-of-the-scoreboard-living Brewers fan for five months and baseball insults that cut. Wax Pack Heroes features a pack of 1986 Topps versus 1990 Bowman.

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This week @BBBA_Podcast joins us for the second part of our crossover event to help us look at the 1990 #MLB AL. The memorable moments, the league leaders & Dave Stewart’s jock strap? We hit all the winners, losers & on field pant removals, plus 1990 Upper Deck in Wax Pack Heroes.

Episode 101 - 1990 American League in Review with Baseball Beyond Batting Average Podcast

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 04:01:00 -0800

The baseball podcast crossover event of the new year continues. This week the Baseball Beyond Batting Average Podcast joins us to go over the 1990 season in the American League. It was a wild year from Dave Stewart’s jock strap, Steve Lyon’s pants (or lack of), a lot of no-hitters and a pair of Griffey’s. Mark and Andy help us take a look at the best & worst from each team & the award winners. Plus, we open a 1990 Upper Deck pack with the BBBA guys, where will they land on our guest leaderboard?

Part One on Baseball Beyond Batting Average - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/69-1990-national-league/id1269131240?i=1000505881758

Baseball Beyond Batting Average Podcast on Twitter - @BBBA_Podcast
Andy on Twitter - @sportcardbacks
Mark on Twitter - @mosley_mark

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Episode 100 - Christie Brinkley Takes Over Baseball Cards

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 23:05:00 -0800

The 1990’s was awash with what seemed like hundreds of different brands of baseball cards. Brands needed something that made them stand out and be more collectible than others. In 1996 Pinnacle came up with just such an idea. Covergirl model and owner of a red Ferrari in National Lampoon’s Vacation, Christie Brinkley. Brinkley worked with Atlanta and Cleveland (who had faced off in the World Series the previous season) to create unique cards that are some of the few to actually still hold value today. To celebrate out 100th episode, we crack a couple of packs of Upper Deck for Wax Pack Heroes and they do not disappoint.

Christie Brinkley’s Pinnacle Set - https://www.mlb.com/news/christie-brinkley-s-pinnacle-card-set-history

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Episode 99 - Dog Days & Tommy Lasorda

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 23:05:00 -0800

We lost Tommy Lasorda last week. He was described as the last “Celebrity Manager”. We review Tommy’s greatest hits, from ranting about Dave Kingman or Kurt Beveacqua or talking his way out of a speeding ticket on CHiPs or even hawking Slim Fast. Plus, we are both dog lovers and so are alot of baseball players. It seems like it’s always been that way. We look at the history of baseball players and their dogs. For Wax Pack Heroes packs of Score Pinnacles give us some of the best looking and oddest cards we’ve ever pulled.

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Episode 98 - Baseball's First Greatest Showman

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 23:05:00 -0800

New year, new history. We start it off right by comparing prices on Cameo and try to figure out why Hall of Famers are so undervalued on the platform. Real important stuff. Christopher Fredrick Wilhelm von der Ahe might have one of the longest names in baseball history. He never picked up a bat or threw a ball but he was one of early baseballs most important owners. He pioneered the fan experience in ways that are still around today. He also wore spats on his shows, always traveled with his 2 greyhounds and changed managers at a pace that would make George Steinbrenner blush. Finally we start the new year off with something that has never happened before in Wax Pack Heroes.

Please do not give “MLB Hall of Famer” Omar Vizquel money on Cameo - https://www.cameo.com/omarvizquel
Tsuyoshi Shinjo attempting a comeback at age 48 - http://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/14038780v

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Episode 97 - Homers for the Holidays

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 23:05:00 -0800

This week is a full of stocking stuffers from baseball history. With MLB’s announcement regarding Negro League statistics, which records might change hands? Can we find a Mandalorian/baseball connection? Ofcourse we can! Plus, Chicken Wolf saved by a dog, Spiders or the Forest City’s for Cleveland’s new team name and Ted Turner takes over the reigns of his own team, it doesn’t go well. Wax Pack Heroes takes on some Topps Stadium Club in all of their glossy glory. Happy Holidays. We’re taking our first week off next week (cause screw 2020). See you next year!

Luke Appling HR - https://youtu.be/9z7T-iaDzmA

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Episode 96 - Baseball Contracts & Merkle’s Boner Replay

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 23:05:00 -0800

The Simpsons, pitching guns powered by gun powder, catching grapefruits from planes is just to wet your appetite. This week we talk about the history of baseball contracts (hint, they have always included some weird things). Plus, we revisit Merkle’s Boner, but this time we talk about the craziness that occurred when they actually had to make up the game that ended in a tie. Finally, in Wax Pack Heroes, we go mano y mano with 2 packs of 1991 Fleer Ultra.

The first pitching gun - https://baseballhistorydaily.com/2015/03/06/lost-pictures-the-princeton-pitching-gun/

Hear all about Merkle’s Boner way back in Episode 5 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3qsj3QR0YWfn3xsuZgHoQj?si=h6Ncg6-6QK2X_d7W4vPjWQ

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Episode 95 - Season in Review, 2000?

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 23:05:00 -0800

As we near the end of the year, we look back on the season that was…20 years ago. John Rocker rages on the mound and on an island. Ken Griffey Jr. says anywhere but Seattle as long as it’s Cincinnati. Carl Everett accosts an umpire, possibly because he believes dinosaurs were real? MLB opens in Japan while the Giants, Astros & Tigers open new stadiums. Roger Clemens can’t tell the difference between a baseball & a bat and the year wraps up with the Ichiro show coming to the US.

Steve Dalkowski film - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kzh42wir_Ms&feature=emb_logo&ab_channel=ConnecticutPublic

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Episode 94 - Tales from the Dugout v14

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 23:05:00 -0800

We’re doing things in threes this week. Neil Diamond, the Brooklyn Dodgers and Sweet Caroline. Sammy Sosa, Babe Ruth and Black Ink. Tom Browning, Wrigley Field and rooftops. LaMar Johnson, National Anthem and Home Runs. A trivia question from north of the border Plus, Wax Pack Heroes takes on a couple of 1993 Topps Stadium Club packs.

Neil Diamond sings Sweet Caroline at Red Sox game - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAo_kM_z_38
Tom Browning hanging out on Wrigley Rooftops - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnv3Omq9tog

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Episode 93 - Former Yankee World Series MVP Ralph Terry Pt 2

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 23:05:00 -0800

This week part two of our conversation with 1962 World Series MVP Ralph Terry. This week he shares some stories about a mound meeting with Yogi Berra & Casey Stengel, his first at bat against Ted Williams and sitting in the dugout during a Hall of Fame Game with 3 of the greatest players to ever set foot on a baseball diamond. Plus, Wax Pack Heroes takes on 1992 Leaf with a new twist.

Right Down the Middle, by Ralph Terry - https://www.amazon.com/Right-Down-Middle-Ralph-Terry/dp/0692788085
Keith Hernandez mustache has it’s own BR page - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/h/hernake01mustache.shtml
Most career hit by pitch. https://www.baseball-reference.com/leaders/HBP_career.shtml
The Eight of Earth by Richie Scahffer - https://www.amazon.com/Eight-Earth-Novel-Richie-Shaffer-ebook/dp/B08L39FDBB

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Episode 92 - Former Yankee World Series MVP Ralph Terry Pt 1

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 23:05:00 -0800

We’ve talked to alot of former players, but none of them can boast being named World Series MVP. That is, until now! This week, 1962 World Series MVP Ralph Terry joins us to talk about giving up Bill Mazeroski’s famous Series ending blast in 1960 as well as his incredible Series against the Giants in 1962. In the deciding Game 7 he threw a complete game, 4 hit shutout to win his third World Series. He recounts the games, pitch by pitch as well as tells some really great stories about Mickey Mantle, Casey Stengel and many more. Plus, Wax Pack Heroes takes on 1986 Donruss.

Right Down the Middle, by Ralph Terry - https://www.amazon.com/Right-Down-Middle-Ralph-Terry/dp/0692788085

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Episode 91 - We Doubleday Dare You!

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 23:05:00 -0800

Just in case you haven’t heard enough about the election, we compare some presidential home run records and remember some other number 46’s. We’ve talked about the Abner Doubleday myth before, but this week we dive even a little deeper, debunking the Henry Chadwick narrative and introduce Doc Adams who may have been even more influential in the history of baseball. We also look at the games of rounders, townball and even old cat as precursors to today’s game. Plus, Wax Pack Heroes takes on 1990 Fleer.

Twitter feeds mentioned in this show:
@baseballminutia
@MLBRandomStats

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Episode 90 - History of MLB Team Names

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 23:05:00 -0800

Our first podcast of the off season! We talk about World Series hero Clayton Kershaw and his family’s astrological history. The White Sox hired ultra modern manager Tony LaRussa, we revisit his appearance on To Tell the Truth from 1980. Then we dive into the history of teams names in Major League baseball. The Boston Blue Sox? The Detroit Wolverines? The Cincinnati Communists? The merchandise possibilities are endless! Plus, Wax Pack Heroes takes on 1990 Donruss.

Tony LaRussa To Tell the Truth (1980)-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkDZijj-C94&ab_channel=GameShows%27nStuff

Watch the Dominican League - https://www.drsports.tv/drsports

20th Century Movie Club - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dana-buckler-show/id737566691
Atkins Undisputed - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/adkins-undisputed-the-most-complete-scott-adkins-podcast-in

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Episode 89 - Tales from the Dugout v13

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:05:00 -0700

In this special, scary Halloween edition of Tales from the Dugout we talk about the scariest of all baseball topics, Jell-O? Jell-O-gate reeked havoc with the 1982 Seattle Mariners, we relive the horror. Also, really ailed Wally Pipp? Hint, it wasn’t just a headache. And finally, Bill Mazeroski dashed the Yankees dreams in the 1960 World Series, but whatever happened to the ball? Plus, Wax Pack Heroes takes on 1988 Donruss.

Baseball Beyond Batting Average Podcast - Rickey versus The Rock - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/66-rickey-henderson-tim-raines/id1269131240?i=1000495250061

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Episode 88 - Former Mariners Outfielder Chris Snelling

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Former Mariners outfielder Chris Snelling joins the show to discuss his time in the major leagues, representing Australia in the World Baseball Classic some classic rookie mistakes he made when he was called up to the majors. We also take our own trip to Kangaroo Court, discuss the history of two in one stirrups and remember the legendary Toots Coyne. Plus Chris plays Wax Pack Heroes with a pack of 1991 Score.

Rickey versus catchers - http://thebaseballcube.blogspot.com/2011/08/rickey-henderson-and-catchers-who.htmlv

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Episode 87 - Ron LeFlore Or Is That LaVar Burton?

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Ron LeFlore is the only player to have lead both leagues in stolen bases. Until this week that was about all we really knew about him. Now, we know alot more. He was discovered while playing in a prison baseball league, because, well, he was in jail. Form the exercise yard to Tiger Stadium LeFlore went on to become an All Star but he could not escape his old life. Hear the whole story or watch the ABC made for tv movie One In A Million. Probably easier to listen to the pod to be honest. Plus, 1988 Fleer s the weapon of choice for this week’s Wax Pack Heroes.

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Episode 86 - Baseball Art & Daniel Horine

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:05:00 -0700

This week we highlight the on going virtual art show and benefit sale benefiting the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Joining us to discuss his work and contribution to the event is show favorite Daniel Horine. We’ve discussed Daniels incredible comic book style baseball work before. Now we hear about his inspiration as well as his work with his all time favorite player of all time, Atlanta Braves great Dale Murphy. Plus, Daniel shares with us his new work specifically for to benefit the NLBM. Daniel also attempts to break the top 10 leader board playing Wax Pack Heroes.

Daniel Horine on the Internet-
Instagram- @danieljacobthemaker
Twitter- @Danny_Champion
Negro League Baseball Museum virtual art show & benefit: https://nlbmart.com/

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Episode 85 - Boneheads

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:05:00 -0700

There’s book smarts, street smarts and then there’s #baseball smarts. Just because you play baseball doesn’t mean you possess the latter. We look at some of the most questionable plays made on the field and even some off. From Babe Ruth to Seattle Mariners managerial legend Maury Wills, we prove that Jose Canseco is not alone when it comes to embarrassing moments on the diamond. We give the answer to our hardest trivia question ever and continue the new season of Wax Pack Heroes apparently brought to you by the letter “Z”.

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Episode 84 - Steve Dalkowski Throws Hard, Can't Aim

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:25:25 -0700

A real-life Nuke LaLoosh or maybe Syd Finch, that’s Steve Dalkowski. LaLoosh is even said to be loosely based on the Orioles fireballer who never quit knew where the ball was going to end up. One thing everybody knew though, it was going to get there really fast. Hear about the live arm that made Dalko a legend. Wax Pack Heroes this week sees a couple of packs of 1990 Fleer donated by a listener. Who will strike it rich?

Pedro Guerrero getting mad - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjwbkY1VlqI&t=10s&ab_channel=MLB
Bob Feller versus a motorcycle - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhZ7t_DNi9w&ab_channel=stockvideo100

Steve Dalkowski
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Dalkowski
https://www.mlb.com/cut4/a-look-back-at-steve-dalkowski-one-of-baseball-s-original-fireballers-c190524106
https://blogs.fangraphs.com/remembering-steve-dalkowski-perhaps-the-fastest-pitcher-ever/
https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=shelto003ron

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Episode 83 - Popeye, Zim, The Gerbil, Baseball Lifer, Don Zimmer

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Just imagine never collecting a single paycheck, your entire life, that you didn’t earn from baseball? That was the dream life that Don Zimmer got the chance to live. From player, to coach, to manager to baseball legend. The man with the face only a mother could love spent 66 years in the game, he wore uniforms for more teams than he didn’t. This week we talk about all facets of his career, from the metal screws in his head to the Boys of Zimmer. Plus we look to break to deadlock in season two of Wax pack Heroes with a couple of packs of 1989 Topps.

Former MLBers in ABL - https://aucklandtuatara.com/news/tuatara-make-big-splash-with-five-mlb-stars/
Don Zimmer Stats - https://www.baseball-reference.com/managers/zimmedo01.shtml
Bob Robertson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Robertson_(announcer)

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Episode 82 - Joe Bauman, the Biggest Bat You’ve Never Heard Of

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Chickens in the outfield, bags of flour dropping on the infield from above and fewer pictures of all of this than of Bigfoot. We’ll get to the bottom of this Dodger Field mystery. Plus chicks dig the long ball. If that’s true, Joe Bauman must have been very popular in the Longhorn League. Joe put together what might be the best season in the history of baseball in 1954. Babe Ruth, Roger Maris, even Mark McGwire could not equal the 138 game totals Joe put up for the Roswell Rockets. We’ll share all the gaudy numbers. Finally, 6-year MLB veteran Wes Chamberlain (Phillies & Red Sox) joins us for a round of Wax Pack Heroes. Where will he land on our leader board and just how many Hall of Famers can one pack contain?

Wes Chamberlain -
https://theweschamberlain.com/
https://twitter.com/weschamberlain4

Slim Love - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slim_Love

Joe Bauman
http://research.sabr.org/journals/joe-bauman-hit-72-home-runs
https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/joe-bauman/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Bauman

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Episode 81 - Tales from the Dugout v12

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:05:00 -0700

This week we talk about Wade Boggs losing the International League batting title on the last game of the season because of some very questionable tactics by the other team, who just happened to have the guy who was in second place. Also, more stories involving baseball and lightning (it’s a thing apparently for us lately), the history of the Athletics elephant mascot and how many different names does the eeuphus pitch have? Finally, in Wax Pack Heroes we take on a couple of packs of 1987 Topps and learn about alot of second careers some players had in the off season.

Daniel Jacob Horine - Awesome baseball art
Twitter - @Danny_Champion
Instagram - @danieljacobthemaker

High and Inside Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-high-and-inside-podcast/id1281169224#episodeGuid=b70ba1d1-dcde-4e56-a860-49b04deff988

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Episode 80 - West Coast Negro Baseball Association & 10 Cent Beers!

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:05:00 -0700

This week we reveal our baseball pet peeves, Shoeless Joe & pitchers winning batting titles? We go in depth on the very brief existence of the West Coast Negro Baseball Association, a league with the best intentions & backing that never really found a foothold. Plus, a mediocre Cleveland baseball team, tempers flaring between teams, drinking age of 18 & .10 cent beers. What could possibly go wrong? Also, a new season of Wax Pack Heroes starts after Mark is presented with his ornate championship crown.

Guy Hecker - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/h/heckegu01.shtml
Lenny Randle doesn’t like you trying to hit him - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJPpTXzPxFs

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Episode 79 - Bob Aspromonte & His Lucky Charm/Entitled Kid

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 00:05:00 -0700

This week we talk about fishy HR’s, players born at sea and Oyster Burns. Definitely a bit of a nautical theme. Plus, Bob Aspromonte, a light hitting member of the Colt .45’s who is befriended by a young boy in the hospital. In a baseball tale as old as time, a bed ridden fan asks their favorite player to hit them a home run. What happened after that was beyond anything Babe Ruth or Paul O’Neill could fathom. Finally, Mark is one win away from clinching the first season championship in Wax Pack Heroes. Will he get to pop the cork of the champagne of beers or will he have to wait another week?

Ed Porray - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/p/porraed01.shtml
Bob Aspromonte’s SABR bio - https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/67beb8bb

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Episode 78 - Vance Law Former MLB Infielder Pt 2

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:11:33 -0700

We’re a baseball history podcast so this week we’re talking about Manny Ramirez, Terry Shumpert, Babe Ruth and Troy Neel? Troy Neel? Plus we continue our conversation with former super utility player Vance Law. We get to hear about his time in Japan, an incredible signed baseball and a great story about how Vance’s father, former Cy Young winner Vern Law, was wooed by the Pittsburgh Pirates. Lance was also nice enough to play Wax Pack Heroes with use with a pack of 1991 Score.

Babe Ruth in Dunsmuir, California - https://activenorcal.com/remembering-babe-ruths-1924-exhibition-game-in-dunsmuir-california/
Vance Law on Twitter - https://twitter.com/VanceLaw2

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Episode 77 - Former MLB Infielder Vance Law Pt 1

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 23:05:13 -0700

We’re a day late with this episode but the wait will definitely be worth it. This week part one of our conversation with former big leaguer Vance Law. Vance has some great stories about his first game playing in the same city his father played in, his first home run off a future Hall of Famer and playing in 25 inning game! Plus, a bonus story about Vance striking out one of the greatest hitters in MLB history! Debuts, birthdays and of course Wax Pack Heroes with 2 packs of 1988 Score.

Larry Bernandez - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HVZuMjm3Y0

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Episode 76 - John Updike & The Curse of the Billy Goat

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 00:05:00 -0700

John Updike? On a baseball history podcast? Updike was a huge baseball fan and though he didn’t get to write alot about his favorite sport, what little he did is incredible. On a completely separate vain, we talk about the Curse of the Billy Goat. How expelling a barnyard animal from Wrigley Field in 1945 cursed the Cubs all the way up to 2016. We talk about the odd events attributed to the curse and the odd attempts at exercising it. Wax Pack Heroes this week is a couple of 1989 Topps packs. Can we top last weeks goldmine?

Lemonade League - https://www.milb.com/lansing/news/announcing-the-lemonade-league
John Updike-
https://blogs.iwu.edu/johnupdikesociety/2017/11/06/updikes-baseball-poem-recalled/
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/1960/10/22/hub-fans-bid-kid-adieu
Billy Goat Tavern - https://www.billygoattavern.com/
Saturday Night Live, Olympia Restaurant - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puJePACBoIo
Chic - Dance, Dance, Dance (The Yowsa, Yowsa, Yowsa song) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoVR84sdgHQ

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Episode 75 - Lyman Bostock & Old Hoss Radbourn

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 08:46:14 -0700

How do ballplayers keep in game shape when on strike? Mike Piazza let’s us in on a little known secret in a classic clip from Baywatch. We also hear the tragic story of talented outfielder Lyman Bostock and his too brief MLB career as well as one of the most old tyme baseball players ever in one of the most old tyme baseball stories ever. Old Hoss Radbourn and his incredible 1884 season. Finally, a can’t miss Wax Pack Heroes which turns into the most expensive segment we’ve ever had. Records are made to be broken, well, we shattered one!

Mike Piazza on Baywatch - https://twitter.com/i/status/1279432997759078400
Mike Trout - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/t/troutmi01.shtml
Pumpsie Green - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/greenpu01.shtml
David Wright - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/w/wrighda03.shtml

Lymon Bostock - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/b/bostoly01.shtml
Old Hoss Radbourn on Twitter - https://twitter.com/OldHossRadbourn

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Episode 74 - Tales from the Dugout v11

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 00:28:17 -0700

Tales form the dugout returns! In this version we talk about the oddest team names through the history of the game, we remember Luis Castillo which ofcourse leads to a Rickey Henderson story (strange, we know!), outfielders sharing gloves, debuts, trivia and ofcourse, Wax Pack Heroes. This week it’s 1990 Score.

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Episode 73 - Former Brewers Pitcher Don August Pt 2

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 00:05:00 -0700

We continue our conversation with former Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Don August. Don has had some crazy adventures playing baseball all over the world. This week we cover life outside Major League Baseball including his time playing ball in Mexico and Taiwan. From bandits, to tailgating to singing karaoke with gangsters, Don has literally done it all. Now he can add playing Wax Pack Heroes to that list as well. See what Don pulls from a 1992 Score pack and where he lands on our leaderboard.

Don August on Twitter - https://twitter.com/DonAugust38
The Odd Couple triple play! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A2zB-e3mro

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Episode 72 - Former Brewers Pitcher Don August

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Don August pitched for the Milwaukee Brewers for 4 years in the MLB. That though, may be the least interesting part of his baseball career. A member of the famed 1984 Olympic team with Mark McGwire, Will Clark, Barry Larking and BJ Surhoff. Beyond representing his country, Don also played baseball in Taiwan, Mexico and Italy. Hear the first part of our conversation with Don and hear about some of his incredible stories from playing on almost every corner of the baseball world. Plus, Mark and Jeff open packs of 1990 Donruss in Wax Pack Heroes. Big money and classic cards are sure to happen.

Don August on Twitter - https://twitter.com/DonAugust38
Ryne Sandberg documentary - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LANE2TzVuLQ&feature=youtu.be
Ken Griffey Jr, explains why he’d never play for the Yankees - https://sports.yahoo.com/ken-griffey-jr-explains-hate-of-yankees-why-he-never-wanted-to-play-for-them-152341847.html

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Episode 71 - Remembering Yankee Pitcher Tom Sturdivant

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Tom Sturdivant spent 10 years pitching in Major League Baseball for several different teams, but his greatest success came while he was with the New York Yankees. There he won 2 World Series & maybe even better than that, he became life long friends with men like Mickey Mantle, Billy Martin, Whitey Ford and many more legends of 1950’s baseball. Tom Sturdivant IV, Tom’s grandson with whom he was very close with, joins us to tell us some of the stories his grandfather told him as well as his own personal experiences meeting some of these legendary players. Plus, Mark and Jeff play another round of Wax Pack Heroes with a pack of 1990 Donruss.

Tom Sturdivant memorabilia -
https://www.reddit.com/r/NYYankees/comments/h112ou/the_glove_that_my_grandfather_used_in_game_4_of/
https://www.reddit.com/r/baseball/comments/h7djah/this_is_a_plaque_that_don_larsen_gave_to_the/
https://www.reddit.com/r/NYYankees/comments/gsbnzb/the_evolution_of_mickey_mantles_signature_a_lot/

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Episode 70 - Former Rays Outfielder Richie Shaffer Pt. 2

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0700

This week, part two of our conversation with former Tampa Rays outfielder Richie Shaffer joins us. Richie tells us what it was like playing the Atlantic League last season with robot umpires (hint, it wasn’t great), an interesting trip to Cuba to play in an exhibition game where he may have met the head of the Illuminati and all of the interesting passions he is following outside of baseball. We couldn’t let Richie go without having him play a game of Wax Pack Heroes with us and a pack of 1991 Score. Listen to see where will it land on our all time leader board.

Richie Shaffer/Dickie Danger -
Twitter - @Rshaff8
Insta - dickydanger8
Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/dickydanger
Web - https://www.shafferstories.com

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Episode 69 - Former Rays Outfielder Richie Shaffer Pt. 1

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 00:05:00 -0700

This week former Tampa Rays outfielder Richie Shaffer joins us. He tells us about his alter ego (Dicky Danger), his incredible mustache he was sporting upon being called up for the first time, playing in the Cape Cod League with some future big name MLB stars, some of the best hecklers in the minor leagues and we go through some of his many viral clips, one of which made it on the Tonight Show. There was so much good stuff with Richie/Dicky we had to split it up into two episodes. You can hear Richie’s Wax Pack Heroes next week (you’re going to want to hear it!). Mark & Jeff played a special version this week you can catch on our YouTube channel exclusively.

Richie Shaffer/Dickie Danger -
Twitter - @Rshaff8
Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/dickydanger
Web - https://www.shafferstories.com

Clemson Davidson rain delay from 2011 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UZgVogYevM
First HR silent treatment - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jGu3vKqfrw

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Episode 68 - The Baltimore Yankees?

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Around the world everybody knows of the New York Yankees. But, do you know where they originated? This week we did a deep dive into the history of the location and nicknames of the four biggest baseball clubs that have called New York City home. This includes ofcourse the Porchclimbers and the Buglars! Mark and Jeff also go head to head in Wax Pack Heroes for the first time in a long time with dualing packs of 1986 Donruss.
Note: This was a tough one for us. We weren’t sure whether to release an episode this week with all that is going on in this country. Hopefully it can bring you an hour if distraction. Please be safe.

Top 5 living players - Top 5 living players - https://www.reddit.com/r/baseball/comments/gqmpyb/i_was_reading_the_usa_today_sports_weekly_and/

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Episode 67 - Former MLB Outfielder Shane Monahan

Tue, 26 May 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Former Mariners outfielder Shane Monahan joins us this week to talk about his time in the big leagues. What was going on with his hair when he was first called up? What was it like playing in Yankee Stadium for the first time? How much money in quarters did the fans in the bleachers throw at him exactly? Shane doesn’t disappoint, he’s got alot of great stories from both the minors and the bigs. Plus, Shane plays Wax Pack Hero with us with a pack of 1991 Score leading to a great story about one of the biggest stars of the early 2000’s, Spring Training, the middle of the desert and a broken down motorcycle.

Shane Monahan - Monahan Baseball Academy - https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Sports/Monahan-Baseball-Academy-107494074217644/
Benjamin Hill @bensbiz - Great minor league stories

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Episode 66 - The Cup of Coffee Club

Tue, 19 May 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Author Jacob Kornhauser joins us talk about his book The Cup of Coffee Club. Jacob highlights some true “cup of coffee” guys. These are players who appeared in only a single game in their major league career, and in one case, the word appeared is all they did. Hear how each player handled a much shorter version of what they hoped would have been a long career in the majors. A couple of the names we’ve covered in the past, but Jacob offers a much more in depth look at their short careers. Wax Pack Hero is a pack of 1988 Fleer this week and it was looking kind of tough until a member of the Pacific Sock Exchange showed up.

Jacob Kornhauser - @KornSports

The Cup of Coffee Club: 11 Players and Their Brush with Baseball History - https://www.baseballcoffeeclub.com/

Turk Wendell & his farm - https://twitter.com/search?q=turk%20wendell&src=typed_query

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Episode 65 - Former MLB Pitcher Sean Lowe Part 2

Tue, 12 May 2020 00:05:00 -0700

This week is the second part of our interview with former MLB pitcher Sean Lowe. Sean pitched in the heart of the steroid era against some of it’s biggest abusers. Hear what he says when we ask him if he would rather face a PED-enhanced batter or one who knew what pitch was coming. He also had some interesting insight on the Astros trashcan banging scandal. Before we played Wax Pack Heroes with Sean, we discussed some of his cards, including his first one on which he did not actually appear on. The actual Wax Pack Hero segment is full of personal stories as Sean knew almost every single player we pulled form the 1992 Score pack.

Alex Cora 14 Consecutive fould balls - https://youtu.be/E9EiIbUg0pI

Trivia Answer - https://stathead.com/tiny/lujB7

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Episode 64 - Former MLB Pitcher Sean Lowe Part 1

Tue, 05 May 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Former MLB pitcher Sean Lowe joins us this week. He was a first round draft pick by the Cardinals out of Arizona State and went on to play 7 years in the big leagues with the Cards, White Sox, Pirates, Rockies and Royals. Sean tells us about how he found out we was getting called up the first time, his first & only professional HR (you’ll be surprised what he did after that game) and being part of one of the biggest brawls in MLB history when the Tigers and the White Sox squared off three separate times during a game in 2000, resulting in 16 players being suspended for a total of 82 games. He had such great stories we had to break this one up into two episodes!

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Episode 63 - The Real Bull Durham

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 23:51:27 -0700

This week it’s a big pop culture dive to start off with. Baseball ties to The Goldbergs, Party of Five, Fuller House & Bill Nye Saves the World. We review the top 10 jerk list from 1996 and reveal a baseball movie universe conspiracy theory. Speaking of baseball movies, Bull Durham is one of the most beloved. Crash Davis though has nothing on Mike Hessman. We cover the real life minor league home run champ, his many stops and even more dingers. A sexy 1986 Donruss pack is up for this week’s Wax Pack heroes.

Mark Hamburger - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/h/hambuma01.shtml
Mike Hessman - https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=hessma001mic

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Episode 62 - Oakland A’s Radio Voice Vince Cotroneo

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Oakland A’s radio voice Vince Cotroneo joins us to talk about calling games at the Astrodome, Vince’s connection to the DiMaggios, calling games with his son, throwing batting practice to Glenn Braggs in the minors (hint, it didn’t end well) and ofcourse Rickey Henderson, there’s always a Rickey Henderson question. Plus, an beautiful wood grained boarders of an ‘87 Topps pack for this week’s Wax Pack heroes.

Vince on Twitter - @vincebaseball

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

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Episode 61 - Lansing Lugnuts PxP Jesse Goldberg-Strassler SFW

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Minor League Announcer of the Year Jesse Goldberg-Strassler of the Lansing Lugnuts joins us this week to talk about practical jokes, road trips, being fined in kangaroo court and many of the young Blue Jay superstars he’s seen. We knew we were going to get some good stories out of Jessie, but this was even better. Plus, an ‘87 Fleer pack for this week’s Wax Pack heroes.

Jesse Goldberg-Strassler - @jgoldstrass
The Baseball Thesaurus - https://www.augustpublications.com/products/the-baseball-thesaurus-3rd-edition?variant=46155106630
Henderson the diabetes sensing dog - https://twitter.com/IvePetThatDog/status/1245124674515881984

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
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Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

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Episode 60 - The Wax Pack w/Author Brad Balukjian

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 00:05:00 -0700

This week author Brad Balukjian joins us to talk about his new book, The Wax Pack, On the Road In Search of Baseball’s Afterlife. We don’t want to say it was our interview, but, after talking with us the New York Post named it one of the best books of the week. Brad’s journey started with a pack of 1986 Topps, from there he journeyed across the country in search of what each of those players was now up to. From a Hall of Famer in Pudge to a player we had not even heard of in Jaime Cocanower. Plus Brad brought his own pack of ‘86 Topps to play Wax Pack Heroes with!

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
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Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

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Episode 59 - Don’t Ever Tell Them They Can’t - Players with Disabilities

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Joel from the High & Inside Podcast (@High_and_Inside) joins as guest host to talk about players who have overcome physical limitations to play baseball in the big leagues. Jim Abbott made the biggest splash as a first round draft pick out of Michigan. We also talk about Mordecai Three Finger Brown, Pete Gray and Curtis Pride among others who succeeded despite physical limitations. Plus, we talk about the Woonsocket Rocket and Godzilla in our first debuts segment of the year. And finally, Joel secures his financial future by opening a junk wax pack in Wax Pack Heroes. Where will he land on the leader board?

High and Inside Podcast - http://highandinsidepodcast.libsyn.com/

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

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Episode 58 - Hall of Name with D.B. Firstman

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:05:00 -0700

Author D.B. Firstman (@dianagram) joins us to talk about their new book Hall of Name, Baseball’s Most Magnificent Monikers from the Only Nolan to Van Lingle Mungo and More. D.B. shares some great stories about some of the players with the greatest names of the game. Some of the more contemporary names you may have heard before like Coco Crisp and Boof Bonser, others like Kiki Cuyler and Harry Colliflower were new to us. The book is a great combination of baseball and unique family history. Plus, D.B. plays a round of Wax Pack Heroes with some ‘88 Donruss which provided some great names. Will it be enough to jump to the top of the leaderboard?

Buy Hall of Name on Amazon - https://t.co/tsuzywpmqU?amp=1

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 57 - Talking Cubs with Chris from Turn A Pair Baseball Podcast

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:02:00 -0700

Our first ever guest host as Mark is on holiday, and our first returning guest, Chris from the Turn A Pair Baseball Podcast. Chris wanted to do a quiz show and came to the table with some great questions, many of which stumped me. I returned the favor by testing his knowledge of his favorite team, the Cubs. Plus we traded nickname in an effort to one up each other, who will come out on top? Can you beat us? And finally, Chris got his second crack at Wax Pack Heroes, will he climb the leaderboard?

Turn A Pair Baseball Podcast (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/TurnAPairChris

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 56 - Tales From the Dugout v10

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 01:05:00 -0700

What do pitchers and catcher talk about during those meetings on the mound? Live roosters and wedding gifts? Maybe. Alex Avila had a different idea when Max Scherzer was struggling that was right up our alley. Hear about that, player-managers, ideas first used in the Negro Leagues that are still around today and the most common names in baseball. Plus Wax Pack Heroes, we get rich open junk wax packs. It could happen.

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 55 - Leon Day & Baseball Strikes Out

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:05:00 -0800

Leon Day held a 3-1 record, head to head with Satchel Paige, including a 1-0 victory in which the lone run was scored by a Leon Day solo home run. Never playing in the majors and not being the showman Paige was, Day is not a household name, but he was every bit Paige's equal if not better. This week we discuss Day’s career as well as relive the 1994 MLB season. Well not all of it, that’s because it ended in August. The Montreal Expos and New York Yankees stood atop the standings but they would never get the chance to meet in the World Series. Tony Gwynn didn’t get a chance to hit .400 and Matt Williams & Ken Griffey, Jr. were robbed of the chance to break Roger Maris’ season HR mark. Not baseball’s greatest moment. Plus Wax Pack Heroes, we get rich open junk wax packs. It could happen.

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

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Episode 54 - A's Spanish Broadcaster Amaury Pi Gonzalez

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:05:00 -0800

This week special guest Amaury Pi Gonzalez! Amaury has been calling MLB games in Spanish for the A’s since 1977. He has also spent time behind the mic for the Giants, Angels and Mariners, sometimes working for multiple teams at the same time. Amaury talks to us about baseball in Cuba, Minnie Minoso’s knees and acting as Jose Canseco’s translator despite Jose not speaking Spanish. Plus, Amaury remembers players from a pack of ‘89 Topps as he plays Wax Pack Heroes. Will he move to the top of the guest leader board?

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 53 - Baseball Quiz!

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 00:05:00 -0800

We have a hard time remembering what day of the week it is but by God we know who started Game 7 of the 1991 World Series. It was Jack Morris by the way. This week we put that useless knowledge to a test and try to trip each other up with some trivia and nicknames. Do we know the difference between the Flying Dutchman and the Frying Dutchmen? More ‘89 Topps in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes. But who will walk away a couple of cents richer?

Malto Bueno Manny! - https://dutchbaseballhangout.wordpress.com/2020/02/05/persistent-rumors-parma-will-land-manny-being-manny/

Is it a Squatcho or an Ouch Button? - https://uni-watch.com/2015/11/18/squatchee-etymology-a-uni-watch-investigation/

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 52 - It's Always Old Timers Day

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 23:05:00 -0800

Dust off that Orlando Juice hat and the St. Petersburg Pelicans jersey, this week it’s all about the short-lived Senior Professional Baseball Association. Retired players took to Florida spring training diamonds to entertain baseball starved fans in the winter of 1989 and 90. The fact it only lasted a year and a half tells you how popular it was. But some great names got to put on the uniform again and we relive all the BenGay fueled memories.

Remember Tuffy Rhodes, average player in the MLB but he swung a huge stick in the Japan. His chances of making the NPB Hall of Fame seem to be fading though, we talk about why. More ‘89 Topps in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes. But who will walk away a couple of cents richer?

MLB's worst attended game - https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/ez3ep7/remembering-the-worst-attended-mlb-game-of-all-time

Idaho Falls Chukars - https://www.milb.com/idaho-falls

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 51 - The MLB Super Bowl Show

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:01:00 -0800

It’s Super Bowl week so let’s talk some baseball! That’s all we ever do and we’re going to keep it that way despite “The Big Game”. But we will talk a little football, in particular we talk about players who have spent time in both the MLB and the NFL. That means ofcourse Bo Jackson and Deion Sanders, but there are many more who have stepped both on the baseball diamond and between the hash marks of a football field. Wax Pack Heroes this weeks sees us opening some 1989 Topps in which we pull alot of Athletics and All Star cards. But who will walk away a couple of cents richer?

Twitter - @twostrikenoise
Instagram - @twostrikenoise
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 50 - Man of Steal

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:05:00 -0800

Episode 50 is here! We only need to record 1356 more to equal the number of stolen bases Rickey Henderson swiped in his career. Maybe we will shoot for his career caught stealing mark of 335 first. To celebrate, we are talking Rickey the whole episode! His outrageous numbers and the even more outrageous stories, plus we find out what Rickey thinks the highlight of his career really was and how he “Can’t Get Enough” of it. Plus Wax Pack Heroes is deadlocked at 9-9. Who will take the lead as we power through some ‘91 Donruss.

Harold Reynolds' Rickey Henderson story - https://youtu.be/-pIkcKFbaPo?t=28

30 for 30 Rickey Won't Quit - https://30for30podcasts.com/episodes/rickey-wont-quit/

Dorktown on Rickey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=A-QDXtKHEPY&feature=emb_logo

Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 49 - HR Derby & Max Carey

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800

The original HR Derby tv show debuted 60 years ago! This week we take a look back at the Hall of Fame players who battled each other for what was big money at the time. If Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron and many more could spent part of their off season swinging lumber at LA’s Wrigley Field and we figured we could spend part of ours talking about it. Plus, Max Carey, a speedster in the dead ball era who kept running right into the Live Ball era. Before Lou Brock and Rickey Henderson, there was Max Carey. Wax Pack Heroes has a case of deja vu that has us asking how many Scott Fletcher cards are too many.

HR Derby playlist on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhGxwqriFAqvSrrEDPfe8qxUwa_5nRiRv
SABR HR Derby - https://sabr.org/research/home-run-derby-tale-baseball-and-hollywood
SABR Max Carey - https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/e3347ea3

Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 48 - Party Like Its 1999

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 00:01:00 -0800

We continue to wreak havoc with the space time continuum this week as we travel back to 1999. While prepping for Y2K we managed to relive the entire 1999 MLB season, the highs, the lows, the leaders and the steroid fueled home run binges. We remember Don Larsen’s perfect feat and find out just how long people have been complaining about pitchers hitting. This week’s Wax Pack Heroes come in the form of 1988 Score and it’s a race of attrition. It could come down to who has the most mustaches and stirrups cause there were no stars to be had.

Dancin' Bobby- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpAMyLMgdpg

Thankful for these podcasts-
Turn A Pair Baseball Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turn-a-pair-baseball-podcast/id1438327524
No Crying in Baseball - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-crying-in-baseball/id1302035601
Juicing the Numbers - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/juicing-the-numbers/id1449136138
The High and Inside Baseball Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-high-and-inside-podcast/id1281169224
Diamonds and Roses Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diamonds-and-roses-podcast/id1435032487
Tipping Pitches - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tipping-pitches/id1265588219
Effectively Wild - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/effectively-wild-a-fangraphs-baseball-podcast/id545919715
Baseball Beyond Batting Average - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-beyond-batting-average/id1269131240
Baseball By the Book - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-by-the-book/id1183076342
Dome and Bedlam - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dome-and-bedlam/id1199724933
Hanshin Tigers English News - https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/h-ten-hanshin-tigers-english-news/id1026741576
20th Century Movie Club - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dana-buckler-show/id737566691
This Week in Baseball History - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-baseball-history/id1246614012
Wax Ecstatic - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wax-ecstatic/id1158099682
Batflips and Nerds - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bat-flips-and-nerds/id1148418720
Ballcaps and Bagpipes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1477658725

Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 47 - We Love the 80's

Tue, 31 Dec 2019 00:27:37 -0800

It's the final episode of the year, so we take a look back at the decade that was...30 years ago. Greenies, astroturf and speed were king in MLB. We review some of the greatest World Series from the 1980's, award winners, league leaders and future Hall of Famers. We're talking Kal Daniels here people! The Chattanooga Lookouts are this weeks minor league team MLB is threatening do away with and Wax Pack Heroes comes down to the wire with an exciting finish.

Nolan Ryan's strange 1987 season - http://charlesapril.com/2009/08/closer-look-nolan-ryans-perplexing-1987.html?m=1

Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 46 - Solo for the Holidays

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:02:00 -0800

Mark is out making a living, so it is just Jeff this week. Despite being sick, he displays Ripken-like perseverance covering baseball holiday books by a rotund, jolly pitcher, the history of the Athletics elephant mascot and a 1980’s baseball quiz to test your long term memory. Plus, he dives into the world of rack packs for a solo Wax Pack Heroes segment. Happy holidays, see you next year!

CC Claus - https://www.amazon.com/CC-Claus-Baseball-Christmas-Story/dp/0062318411

Episode 45 - Tales from the Dugout v9

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 23:02:00 -0800

Back by popular demand, another installment of Tales from the Dugout. Hawk Harrelson somehow wins the Ford C. Frick award. Mule Suttles hit a ton of homeruns, why haven’t you heard of him? Victory Faust won a World Series with the New York Giants by coning John McGraw and Eiji Sawamura blew away Japanese batters but how did he fair against The Babe, Jimmie Foxx, Lou Gehrig, and Charlie Gehringer? Hint, he did just fine. Plus, a new Wax Pack Hero where in one of us nets 3 Hall of Famers. The other does not.

Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 44 - Mariners PA Tom Hutyler

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 23:05:00 -0800

This week we discuss just how many uniforms the Rangers are going to have next season? Speaking of the Rangers, we also discuss the dimensions of their new park and how they are honoring past players and teams. Black Friday baseball buys, more Larry Walker stats and we highlight one of the minor league teams MLB is trying to take away. Then longtime Mariners PA announcer Tom Hutyler joins us to talk about how he got started in baseball, his favorite Mariner memories from both the Kingdome and SafeCo/T-Mobile Park as well as his time spent in Cooperstown with both Ken Griffey, Jr. And Edgar Martinez. Finally, Tom tells us how he really feels when he pulls an Ozzie Guillen card in Wax Pack Heroes.

Tom Hutyler - @thutyler
Mississippi Mustache - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ww7ersFs6xs
Cobb Field: A Day at the Ballpark - https://www.amazon.com/Cobb-Field-Craig-Lindvahl/dp/B00QSRK7WK

Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 43 - Turn A Pair

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 23:05:00 -0800

We’re back from a week off and come back with a bang. Chris from the awesome Turn A Pair Baseball Podcast joins us to talk about his time working in the minor leagues, hanging out with Tommy Lasorda in Nashville and growing up a Cubs fan. Jeff & Mark talk some Japanese baseball pitching awards and walk up music, plus discuss who is the quintessential centerfielder; Mays, Griffey or Trout? And finally, Chris gets on the scoreboard as he plays Wax Pack Heroes.

Turn A Pair Baseball Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turn-a-pair-baseball-podcast/id1438327524

Turn A Pair Twitter - https://twitter.com/turnapairchris

Turn A Pair Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turn_a_pair_baseball_podcast

Episode 42 - Stealing Signs

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800

Despite Mark’s computer taking it’s last breath, we still managed to cover the history of stealing signs in MLB baseball. The Astros might be the latest to be accused but they are far from the first. From the Hartford Dark Blues to Ty Cobb to the Shot Heard Round the World, signs have been pilfered as long as they’ve been used. Mark also takes on the first round of the Great Nickname Quiz. Can you score higher than our resident nickname expert? Will Mark remember who the One Dawg is, finally? And what would a baseball history podcast be without a story about Mark Twain?

Astros Sign Stealing Mega Threads!

Jomboy breakdown - https://twitter.com/Jomboy_/status/1194348775965437952

Reddit thread with tons of video - https://www.reddit.com/r/baseball/comments/dw1u4g/astros_sign_stealing_video_footage_megathread_for/

SI article about history of sign stealing - https://www.si.com/mlb/2019/11/13/sign-stealing-baseball-history

Ringer article - https://www.theringer.com/mlb/2019/11/13/20963519/houston-astros-sign-stealing-scandal-2017-jeff-luhnow

Accusations that both Joey Cora and Carlos Beltran were involved in 2017 - https://www.si.com/mlb/2019/11/14/astros-sign-stealing-alex-cora-carlos-beltran?utm_source=reddit.com

Episode 41 - Unwritten Rules & Bats

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 23:02:00 -0800

They aren’t written down but we’re talking about them anyways, baseball’s unwritten rules. When is it ok to bunt when you’re being no hit? How should you always approach home plate? What is the magic word that every ump will toss you for using? We’ll tell you about them, just don’t write them down for the love of all that’s holy! Also, what’s up with baseball bats? How did we get from using spokes from a wagon wheel to ax handle bats? We review the history of bats as well as some unique stories and models that have been used throughout the history of the game. This week’s Wax Pack Heroes sees us opening 1991 Topps.

Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 40 - Tales from the Dugout v8

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 23:02:00 -0800

We had so many shorter stories from last week, we did it again, Tales from the Dugout. This week we cover bats, no hats for bats, just bats. We've already covered how part of Tinker to Evers to Chance didn’t speak for 30 years, this week we discuss if they are really the best double play trio or just a catchy poem, And finally, if you thought the Reds and Phillies played the first night game in 1935 you are wrong, 50 years wrong! Plus, we talk Johnny Damon and his reality tv appearances. And finally, another round of Wax Pack Heroes with ‘89 Topps, who will hit the lottery this week?

Career K’s by inning - https://twitter.com/MaxSportsStudio/status/1187823998144602113?s=19
Now it can be heard on YouTube! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6VfixA28Ao
Detailed info for streaming for all baseball leagues world wide - https://wordsabovereplacement.com/baseball-streaming-guide/
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

Episode 39.5 - World Series

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 16:47:18 -0700

We're back for a second time this week! The World Series and the season have ended. Jeff and Mark put a bow on the Fall Classic where nobody enjoyed much advantage at home . MVP, free agency and a couple of World Series facts as we all start the long wait for pitchers and catchers to report.

Episode 39 - Tales from the Dugout v7

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 00:29:00 -0700

Tales from the Dugout returns with a compilation of short stories from the past including a baseball episode of The Twilight Zone and two members of the vaunted double play combination, Tinker to Ever to Chance, take a 33 year vow of silence. Mark and Jeff also discuss the old school/new school takes on this year’s World Series and of course Baby Shark. We play another round of Wax Pack Heroes with ‘88 Donruss, who will hit the lottery this week?

Rickey Henderson playing a version of Wax Packs Heroes. https://sports.yahoo.com/rickey-henderson-relives-1989-world-163013766.html
Detailed info for streaming for baseball leagues world wide - https://wordsabovereplacement.com/baseball-streaming-guide/
Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog
No Crying in Baseball Podcast - https://www.nocryinginbball.com

Episode 38 - Nashville Sounds Batboy Ronnie Jordan

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 00:02:00 -0700

Are you tired of Mark’s stories of when he was a bat boy back in the 90’s? This week we got somebody else to give us some udpated ones. Ronnie Jordan (@Reagan_Jordan1) joins the show to talk about being the Nashville Sounds batboy this past season. While stadiums and players have changed, the pranks played on batboys apparently remain the same. We find out which stains are harder to get out, pine tar or mud for rubbing up baseballs. Wax Pack Heroes is back with some updated rules. Mustaches and Hall of Famers will be celebrated. Plus, what baseball celebrities re-tweeted us this week?

Follow our guest, Ronnie Jordan, @Reagan_Jordan1 as well as the mMississippi State Hockey team @MissStateHockey.

Father Aloysius Travers Baseball Reference page - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/t/traveal01.shtml

And because nobody can ever get enough of the Berenguer Boogie - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rd0-1PMFfEY

Episode 37 - Chalmers Award & Cheating

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 00:02:00 -0700

For the second week in a row, Nap Lajoie gets screwed out of a batting award! This time it’s the Chalmers Award. What’s the Chalmers Award, we had no clue either but be sure we’ll break it down. Also, cheating in baseball. It happens. It happens alot actually, but to get caught is something different. Note to self, if you have a thumbtack on you to scruff the ball, don’t wipe the sweat from your forehead with that hand! That’s how you get caught! More stories of how players have been busted bending the rules. Plus, our first ever Two Strike Noise Useless Baseball Quiz. Can you beat Mark’s score?

Jomboy Mike Fiers breakdown - https://jomboymedia.com/2019/05/09/mike-fiers-throws-a-no-hitter-a-breakdown/

TWO STRIKE NOISE USELESS BASEBALL QUIZ Vol. 1

How many former catchers started the 2019 season as managers?
How many teams don’t wear their last names on the back of their home whites or road grey jerseys (alternates ignored)? Bonus - How many teams have no alternate jerseys?
This White Sox center fielder was nicknamed the “One Dog”.
There are only 2 MLB franchises to never appear in the World Series as of 10-15-19. Name them.
Which player was not named ROY? Mike Trout (2012), Albert Pujols (2001), Chipper Jones (1995), or Scott Rolen (1997)
There were 31 no hitters thrown in the 1990’s. Which of these pitchers did not throw one of them? Dwight Gooden, Roger Clemens, Bob Milacki or Francisco Cordova .
Name as many 1990’s nicknames with "Big" in them as you can.
In the decade of the 80’s, Rickey Henderson lead the league in steals 9 times. Who bested him in the 1987?
Besides The Sultan of Swat, name Babe Ruth’s other 3 nicknames.
In their most productive 5 year span, who hit more HR’s? Babe Ruth, McGwire, Barry Bonds or Griffey Jr.?

Episode 36 - Pasquel Delahanty

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 00:02:00 -0700

We jump into the way back machine this week. Jorge Pasquel, possibly more than Branch Rickey, pushed MLB into integration. Learn about the man you’ve probably never heard of that lead the way for baseball to finally be welcome to all. Big Ed Delahanty was the Mike Trout of the 1890’s. A 5 tool player, this Hall of Famer died under mysterious circumstances at Niagara Falls. Hear about one of baseball’s most tragic figures. We visit a couple of rules from baseball’s infancy and discuss how they would play today. Plus, more wax pack heroes!

Ed Delahanty resources:

https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/d835353d

http://baseballegg.com/2017/09/06/was-ed-delahanty-murdered/

2019 Exit Velo: http://m.mlb.com/statcast/leaderboard#exit-velo,r,2019

Episode 35 - Tales from the Dugout v6

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:05:00 -0700

How long do you think walk up music for batters has been around? A decade? Maybe two? Try a century! We explore the Royal Rooters of Boston. Mazel tov! The Israeli team has become the first team to qualify for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics baseball tournament. A former member of the Israeli national team, Adam Greenberg faced only a single pitch in his MLB debut in 2005. Unfortunately it hit him in the head. Thanks to a fan sourced effort, he made it back for another AB in 2012! And it was bound to happen! A coach was tossed for arguing automated balls and strikes in the Atlantic League. Wait until you hear who it was. Plus, we pull our most valuable card ever in wax pack heroes!

Adam Greenberg At Bats:

2005 Debut - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBUHLQGV9MA
2012 At Bat - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBCtSzpAjrs

History of Walk Up Music - https://www.mlb.com/cut4/the-complete-history-of-the-walk-up-song

Episode 34 - Nolan Ryan

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 00:02:00 -0700

We made it to show 34, so we HAD to talk about Mark’s all time favorite player, Nolan Ryan. So many strikeouts, and we recap every one of them! Just kidding, but we do talk about his numerous records, achievements and a couple of Rickey Henderson-related feats. We also talk about the end of a couple of era’s as the regular season winds down as well as some post-season legends who made their debuts this week. Plus, wax pack heroes!

Mike Feirs' beard google results. See what inspired him. https://i.imgur.com/9h5zHfS.jpg

Nolan Ryan for the next generation. Spittin' verses like 99 MPH fastballs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMu1wr7FlCQ&feature=share

Episode 33 - Strange Injuries & Silver Bullets

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 00:38:23 -0700

Drones, ice packs and tanning beds. Pretty innocuous objects to most, but not to baseball players! Baseball has to have the strangest injuries of any sport. This week we dive into some of the strangest that have kept players on the DL. We also talk about the Colorado Silver Bullet. This all women’s barnstorming team took the country by storm during the early 90’s doing baseball things. So much so they even had a bench clearing brawl! We’ve got the blow by blow details. Plus, wax pack heroes returns!

Jeff Francoeur prank video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2llUpTmIkdc&feature=youtu.be

No Crying In Baseball podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-crying-in-baseball/id1302035601

Diamonds & Roses podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diamonds-and-roses-podcast/id1435032487

Episode 32 - AL-NL East Coaches

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 00:02:00 -0700

It's the penultimate episode of our look at current MLB coaches and their playing careers. This week it's the AL & NL East's turn. Will the Yankees and Red Sox dominate like they do everything else? We also look at the tragic history of players in the MLB named Aurelio as well as why one of them has a famous 1969 Topps card. Also, our best crop of debuts, maybe ever. Finally, we revisit Second Best with a new topic, baseball pranks.

Aurelio Rodriguez - http://stuffnobodycaresabout.com/2014/10/06/baseball-card-error-aurelio-rodriguez-the-bat-boy/

Tim Wallach baseball cards, like all of them. Ever. - https://www.sbnation.com/mlb/2014/2/6/5383616/the-tim-wallach-market

Episode 31 - AL-NL Central Coaches

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 00:02:00 -0700

Week 2 of the critically acclaimed “Before They were Coaches” series. This week we take a look at the career stats of the managers and coaches of the AL& NL Central teams. Who had the most success on the field before hanging them up? Did that success follow them to the dugout? Did somebody ask about triple plays? Irrelevant, we have more triple play factoids than Brett Gardner has temper tantrums. And we set the way back machine to 1992 for this week’s Wax Pack Heroes.

SABR - Triple Play Database - https://sabr.org/tripleplays

MAC Football schedules - https://fbschedules.com/mac-football-schedule/

Episode 30 - AL-NL Coaches Playing Stats

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 00:01:00 -0700

Before they were setting lineups and challenging plays from the dugout, managers and coaches (almost) all played the game. This week we take a look at the career stats of the managers and coaches of the AL& NL west teams. Who had success on the field before hanging them up? Did that success follow them to the dugout? Also, what former major leaguers relished in shaving Mark’s head after a bet? And Player’s Weekend? Can we not do it in uniforms that everybody hates next time? Plus a game changer in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes.

We been pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

Episode 29 - Changing the Rules

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 00:30:30 -0700

Would you rather see a game at the Field of Dreams or the Polo Grounds? Who do you want calling that game? Vin Sculley or Bill Walton (we thought it was weird too but that White Sox-Angels game was really fun)? What level of rock star do you have to be to leave a game, do a show, then go back to your seat to catch the end of a 14 inning game? And can either of us pronounce the name of said rock star’s band? Also, changing the rules of baseball is a tedious process with hits and misses. We discuss whether the latest proposals being tested in the minors will ever see the light of day in the majors after Mark witnesses some in person. Plus more Wax Pack Heroes.

We've been pulling ALOT of commons lately in Wax Pack Heroes. If you got those Tom Foley Expo cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

Episode 28 - Curt Flood

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 00:05:00 -0700

What 3 time All Star was once traded for 500 Teddy Ruxpins? What former Athletics and Reds pitcher game Mark his TV when he was called up to the big leagues? If you round up all the major league baseball players, ever, what percentage of Dodger Stadium would they fill up? Impress your friends with these topics that only we are brave enough to talk about. Also, Curt Flood. Every player to ever put on a Major League uniform owes him a great debt. He gave up his own career to help those who came after him, forcing the MLB to give up its Reserve Clause and grant p[layers free agency. Plus more Wax Pack Heroes.

Episode 27 - Billy Martin (Manager)

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 00:05:00 -0700

Billy Martin loved being a Yankee so much, that despite being fired 4 previous times, he still went back for a fifth time! The yelling, the bar room brawls and the dirt kicking were all part of the package. But Billy Martin got results. They might not have lasted long, but atleast you knew what you were getting when you hired the fiery Martin. More Wax Pack Heroes. We can’t possibly pull two worse packs than last week, right?

Martin Ejected from the World Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4v2qon-V8w

Martin kicking & throwing dirt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkPUCn5ulf8

Miller lite ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOVHc4hcCX4

Episode 26 - Position Changes & Bob Uecker

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 00:05:00 -0700

Position players pitching is becoming more and more common, But what about permanently? This week we look at players who have successfully switched positions. Plus, Mr. Baseball, Bob Uecker. What he lacked on the diamond he has more than made up for on the small and big screen. The colorful and amusing career of Wisconsin’s favorite son. Can we top last week’s Wax Pack Heroes where we raked in well over $3?!?

First Tonight Show appearance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JXq_tF4skE

Miller Lite, Front Row - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPh4iF76LbU

Major League, Harry Doyle - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_wc9JvTXGc

Hall of Fame Induction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7dG5HCKeWA

More Miller Lite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUPeO0MbBgc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLcU2tQNftA

More Carson:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMkG69bD2iQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8DYdu4OveA

Episode 25 - Hall of Fame Past & Future

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 00:01:00 -0700

This week we track the history of the Hall of Fame from a single room to the expansive showroom it is today. This year boasted the first unanimous selection, ever. 83 years and countless immortals but the BWAAA finally broke the seal. Plus, we look forward to next year and beyond. Who will get in and will there be another unanimous selection? Plus our most successful Wax Pack Heroes ever!

Episode 24 - Tales from the Dugout v5

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:01:00 -0700

Tales from the Dugout returns! Short stories about the awesomeness that was Tony Gwynn. A 9-inning major league game in 31 minutes? But how you say, we tell you! Plus a minor leaguer smokes Griffey, Jr. And A-Rod in a HR contest and Yogi Berra. If we need to say more than Yogi Berra you must not know who Yogi Berra is, so listen and find out. Plus more Wax Pack Heroes!

Arias HR Derby - https://www.kiro7.com/news/exclusive-video-alex-rodriguez-ken-griffey-jr-and-_nzhnj/246553570

Episode 23 - 1998 King Kelly

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 00:01:00 -0700

All the All-Star facts you need to know! The history of the All-Star game broken down. Most HR's, most games played and who was the youngest and oldest to participate? As promised, beyond McGwire and Sosa, there was ALOT more going on during the 1998 season. Plus, King Kelly was the first true superstar of the game. From taking advantage of there only being one umpire to being the subject of the first best selling recorded song, King was the man.

Debuts:

Twink Twining - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/t/twinitw01.shtml

Satchel Paige - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/p/paigesa01.shtml

Dan Wilson Inside the Park Grand Slam - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HopOu36AxPU

Yankees-Orioles Brawl for It All - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKIHNsf8O_A

Mariners-Roylas Turn Ahead the Clock - https://www.mlb.com/cut4/19th-anniversary-of-seattle-mariners-turn-ahead-the-clock-game/c-242436084

Slide Kelly Slide - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6ykGDmrgJI&t=10s

Episode 22- Absolute Bunts (London Series)

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 17:16:29 -0700

This week we are excited to welcome Jon from the Absolute Bunts (@absolutebunts) podcast. Jon hails from England and gave us his thoughts on the MLB's first ever foray into Europe. Jon attended both the Workout Day as well as the second game of the series and gave us his insights to the event as well as a feel for how baseball is perceived in the UK. He also allowed us to share some of his incredible baseball parody songs. You have not heard a song about umpires until you have heard Cowboy Joe West, immortalized in song set to Go West by The Village People/Pet Shop Boys. You also get to hear Mark use the phrases "chap" and "across the pond"!

Absolute Bunts on mlb.com - https://www.mlb.com/news/london-series-brings-out-british-mlb-fanatics

Don Zimmer Gilette ad - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xaf-WXFAR74

Episode 21 - All About Oregon (Baseball)

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 00:03:14 -0700

This week, Ben from the Diamonds & Roses podcast joins Jeff and Mark to talk all about the history of baseball in the state of Oregon as well as expansion talk and bringing the MLB to the PDX. We talk about some of the great nicknames some of the historical teams from the Beaver State, including the Beavers, the independent Portland Mavericks with 2nd baseman Kurt Russell (yes, that Kurt Russell!) and what exactly would be the best name for a new MLB team in Portland? Also, we know the Save is a stupid stat, but it became a statistic for a pretty stupid reason. Find out why.

Diamonds & Roses podcast home - https://dandrpodcast.wordpress.com

Portland Diamond Project - https://portlanddiamondproject.com/

Name your cow, get more milk - https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/earth/agriculture/farming/4358115/Cows-with-names-produce-more-milk-scientists-say.html

Episode 20 - Former Rainers Asst. GM Kevin Kalal

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 00:01:00 -0700

Jeff and Mark are joined by former Tacoma Tigers/Rainiers Assistant General Manager Kevin Kalal. Kevin spent 17 years working for the Tacoma AAA baseball team and shares some great stories about Reggie Jackson turning on "Reggie" for the press, Max Patkin painting a blue streak with his tongue and later with a pen and the time Ken Griffey, Jr. went rouge while on a rehab assignment.

Episode 19 - 1989 Home Run Race

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0700

Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa grabbed their bats and their Andro and captivated the nation for the entire summer of 1989. This week we cover the race to break Roger Maris’ single season Home Run record of 61, remembering some of the big home runs, the awesome commercials and the staggering numbers they put up. We found yet another Darryl Strawberry rap single from the 80’s not to be missed and we debut our new Wax Pack segment!
Comments are always welcome!

Cheese Monger Invitational info - https://www.cheesemongerinvitational.com/

Chocolate Strawberry - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKH3qchAAec

Episode - 18 Rube Waddell and Nicknames

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:01:25 -0700

Quick, name the top 5 rap-based songs performed by baseball players about baseball from the 1980's. Don't worry, we've got you covered. Next, we talk about the brief but dominant career of the troubled Rube Waddell. And finally, nicknames and baseball go hand in hand. We discuss some of the strangest monikers players have gone by and find out the stories behind them.

Be sure to check out the links below for the full versions of each of the songs discussed in this episode and let us know which one you like best.

Lenny Randle & Ballplayers - Kingdome - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=155&v=AtPawvq-0dc

Brett Saberhagen - Ford Truck Rap - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=12&v=QyVnOBdKw64

The Baseball Boogie Bunch (aka the 1986 Dodgers) - The Baseball Boogie - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=71&v=XWQ1K4SVbA8

Get Metsmerized - The 1986 Mets - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=24&v=hpvufrpAhls

The Berenguer Boogie (aka El Gasolino) - Juan Berengeur - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=319&v=rd0-1PMFfEY

Episode 17 - Tales From the Dugout v4

Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 -0700

Jeff and Mark discuss the history of Who's On First, Stanley "Frenchy" Bordagaray is the most interesting man in the world but maybe the worst fielder and who would you build a team around? Bobson Dugnutt or Mike Truk? Do you hate the wave like we do? We dive headfirst into the origin of the wave to find out who to blame. This plus much more in the latest installment of Tales From the Dugout!

Episode 16 - Hanshin Tigers Pt 2

Tue, 21 May 2019 06:16:49 -0700

We continue our conversation with Trevor from the Hanshin Tigers English News. We get into the differences between baseball in the MLB and the NBP. Defensive shifts, pace of play, stadium and scheduling. Mark took an “easy” baseball quiz. Atleast it was supposed to be easy. Goodbye Basbeall, Fly Away, It Could Be, It Might Be, It Is! What are some of the greatest signature home run calls? We give you ours, but this is the internet, so I’m sure we’re wrong.

Episode 15 - Hanshin Tigers Pt. 1

Tue, 14 May 2019 00:01:00 -0700

Trevor from The Hanshin Tigers English News joins Jeff and Mark to finally set the record straight about the Curse of the Colonel. He also talks about some of the legendary characters from both the Hanshin Tigers and the NPB. Hear the incredible story of one of Japan's iron-men, who played through a broken wrist to keep his consecutive innings played streak alive, even hitting a home run as well as how some former MLB players were thought of after their time in the NPB (hint, Mike Greenwell got lost in translation!). Plus greatest infield arms and the Negro League Museum and Hall of Fame next induction class.

Hanshin Tigers English News: http://www.thehanshintigers.com/

Hanshin Tigers English News on Twitter: @thehanshintiger

Negro League Museum Hall of Game - https://nlbm.com/hall-of-game/

2019 Snooker Coral Cup - http://www.worldsnooker.com/tickets/2017-ladbrokes-players-championship/

Episode 14 - Bill Veeck and Disco Demolition

Tue, 07 May 2019 01:00:52 -0700

The greatest promoter baseball had ever seen was Bill Veeck. You think you know more than the manager? He invited the White Sox crowd to make all managerial decisions for a game, and the Sox won! If he had his way, the Philadelphia Phillies would have been baseballs first integrated team. The only color Bill saw was green. He might have seen red though after baseball's most infamous promotion, the ill fated Disco Demolition. Cheap tickets, cheaper beer, explosives and plenty of disco records. What could go wrong? We also talk about the greatest World Series moments form the past 30 years, ranked.

Show Links:

https://www.chicagomag.com/Chicago-Magazine/July-2016/The-Night-Disco-Died/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZaXq338HN4

Episode 13 - Ejections & Babe Ruth Myths

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 01:02:00 -0700

This week we talk about some of the greatest ejections in the game, and we don’t even get to Billy Martin or Lou Pinella! Those must be some good ejections to beat those two. We also discuss some of those stories everybody has heard about Babe Ruth. But how many of them are true? Did he really call his shot? Did his home runs really cure an ailing kid? Listen to find out. And what is the best minor league team name?

Episode 12 - Phraseology and Baseball Cards

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0700

Jeff and Mark dig into some of the strange phrases that are used in baseball and where they came from. Do you know the difference between a Texas Leaguer and a Baltimore Chop? Also, they look at the history of every baseball fans childhood hobby, baseball cards. Plus a chance to win a Honus Wager 1909 T206 card, valued at over $2 million. Okay, a picture of it, emailed directly to you, fees may apply. And we talk outfield arms.

Episode 11 - Superstitions

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 00:04:34 -0700

Little known fact, baseball players are superstitious. Some might say they are super-superstitious. This week Mark and Jeff explore some of the odd superstitions that players have been bound to hoping for that edge on the field. Some even take place on the field in the middle of play. Hear about the time one team played a joke on Wade Boggs and his rigid pre-game ritual. Did it work? What was Roger Clemens doing with all the IcyHot? We’ll tell you but you might not want to know.

Episode 10 - Rube Foster and Fenway Pahk

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 10:21:50 -0700

We talk alot about the Negro Leagues on this show, but this week we talk about the man who founded the best known one, Rube Foster. While a great pitcher, he was also a genius who was unfortunately held back because of the color of his skin. We also dive into the history of one of the greatest sports venues in the world, Fenway Park. Or Fenway Pahk if you're listening in the north east. Was the Green Monster always green? Or even a monster? You know the Pesky pole down right, do you know what the left field foul pole is called? Find out!

Episode 9 - Japan and Baseball

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 09:21:07 -0700

This week we talk about the Opening Series in Japan. From shots delivered to your seat, awesome bento boxes and the crowd reaction to Ichiro. We also cover the history (some good and some not so good) of former Major Leaguers playing in the NPB. As well as why all statues of Colonel Sanders in the city of Koshien indoors. And what does that have to do with baseball?

Episode 8 Tales From the Dugout v3

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 08:53:48 -0700

We're back from Japan. We're also got pretty sick in Japan! So instead of hearing half of us weezing and coughing, here's another volume of Tales from the Dugout! Morganna is here and we talk about the Baseball Bunch and This Week in Baseball! What year is it!?! And who is the real Abner Doubleday?

Episode 7 - Tales From the Dugout v2

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0700

We're In Japan for the Opening Series pitting the A's and the Mariners against each other so this week we talk about several shorter stories from the history of baseball including Jackie Mitchell and perfect games. How many have we seen in person?

Episode 6 - Satchel Paige-1960 Game 7

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 06:59:56 -0700

This week we talk about one of the greatest showmen to ever grace the mound, Satchel Paige. From pulling the outfields off the field to strike out the side to always having a memorable quote, Ol' Satch pitched into his late 50's! Also, what could possibly make Mickey Mantle cry? How about a walk off home run in Game 7 of the 1960 World Series! We cover an incredible game where somehow Bing Crosby is even involved. Plus the usual goofier side of baseball and even a cameo by Vin Scully.

Episode 5 - Merkle's Blunder and Harry Caray

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 05:31:11 -0800

Who was Fred Merkle and what was his blunder? NY Giants and Cubs fans from the early 1900's know and so should you! Baserunning is hard, sometimes you just want to go celebrate with your teammates instead of actually touching the bases. We also talk about one of the most entertaining baseball broadcasters of all time, Harry Caray. Harry will help us figure out who's last name said backwards is most like a first name. What was Harry's favorite drink? I bet you know! And in Second Best we talk baseball and music.

Episode 4 - Mark Fidrych and Players Serving Their Country

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 04:00:00 -0800

This week we take a look at the larger than life character that was Mark Fidrych as well as the great baseball players who put aside their careers (some Hall of Fame careers) to serve their country during World War II.

Episode 3 - House of Spiders

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 03:40:17 -0800

One team was devoid of any good players the other razors. This week we explore the worst team in the history of the game, the 1899 Cleveland Spiders as well as the pioneering barnstorming team, the House of David, best known for their facial hair policy.

Episode 2 - Batgate & Other Tales from the Dugout

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 23:27:57 -0800

Good teammate Jason Grimsley played Mission Impossible during a game in Chicago to get back a loaded bat. It was not easy. We also discuss moonshots, moon landings and who asked Mark to check a players pants? And for what?

Episode 1 - Number 4 In Your Program, Number 1 In Your Heart

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 23:02:04 -0800

They told us, you can't possibly do a show just about jersey numbers? Hold my beer. Jeff and Mark explore the history of jersey numbers in baseball. When did they first appear? Do they mean anything? Will the Yankees retire every number possible?