Baseball history podcasts
I began collecting sports memorabilia around 1968 or 1969, mostly football and baseball cards. I was only seven years old and had no money, so I’m unsure how I obtained these cards. Perhaps my mother or father bought me a pack or two as a birthday gift, or maybe it was a neighbor. It wasn’t … Read more
Today we’re going to step back in time to the year 1969. On January 12, 1969, the New York Jets defeated the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl lll. It’s still one of the biggest upsets in NFL history. In April 1969, the number of American troops in Vietnam reached its highest point, at approximately 543,400.On … Read more
As the MLB playoffs heat up, fans across the nation are holding their breath, hoping their team goes all the way. For supporters of the San Diego Padres, this hope is tinged with a bittersweet history. The Padres have tasted the excitement of the World Series twice in their franchise history but have yet to … Read more
The storied rivalry between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox extends beyond mere baseball competition. This century-old face-off has gifted fans with unforgettable moments, dramatic games, and intense showdowns that define the essence of Major League Baseball. Let’s dive into the key elements of this historic rivalry and explore the events that … Read more
With baseball season in full swing, I thought I’d take a break from my usual topics of weightlifting and football and talk about a baseball team that sometimes gets overlooked. The 1968 Detroit Tigers don’t seem to get talked about as often as some other great teams in MLB history. Perhaps it’s because they didn’t … Read more