A Star Commits Murder: the Story of Martin Bergen
To some, he was the greatest defensive catcher of all time. To others, he deserved a hall of fame induction. To his teammates, he was nothing but trou...
Rounders: A History of Baseball in America
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Rounders: A History of Baseball in America looks at baseball's journey from a diversion played on the outskirts of small towns to a pastime continually shaping this country's cultural identity. This sport isn't just about a ball-and-stick. It's a snapshot of ourselves, our nation, and our world. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rounders/support
Revisiting "The Forgotten Game" w/ Author John Vampatella (2004 ALCS Game 5)
In 2004 the Red Sox made history, coming back from a 3-0 deficit to defeat the NY Yankees. They were so many memorable moments in that series - but th...
How Many Innings in Baseball? The Story of How We Got to 9
Ah, the number nine. It's the number of lives for cats. Cloud 9 is the happy place we all want to be. In a courtroom, possession is 9 tenths of the l...
Monthly Mailbag: All About Team Names
Welcome to our monthly mailbag - where I answer questions you submit about baseball history. Today's theme? Submissions about team names - today on Ro...
5 Unexpected MLB Game Locations
MLB games happen in MLB stadiums, right? Well - mostly yes. But sometimes, whether it's due to political, environmental, or promotional reasons, teams...
Baseball Team Autopsies: The Houston Colt 45's
Baseball has a rich history of clubs with amazing wins, crushing defeats, and even more interesting behind-the-scenes management stories. Not all cl...
Baseball Team Autopsies: The Houston Colt 45's
Baseball has a rich history of clubs with amazing wins, crushing defeats, and even more interesting behind-the-scenes management stories. Not all cl...
5 Late Bloomers Who (Eventually) Became Baseball Greats
We celebrate players who excel in their professional careers at an early age. But what about the players that took just a little bit longer to find th...
5 Late Bloomers Who (Eventually) Became Baseball Greats
We celebrate players who excel in their professional careers at an early age. But what about the players that took just a little bit longer to find th...
Baseball, Superstition, and an Unsolved Murder: The Story of Hughie McLoon
Season 3 kicks off with a look at baseball's little-known era of human mascots...with unusual physical attributes. Author Allen Abel stops by to discu...