This outfielder stole a record 123 bases in a single season in the minors, but in the majors he had trouble getting up to speed. Card 154 on Beckett SABR Bio by David E. Skelton Blue Jays vs. Red Sox, Sept. 28, 1990 on YouTube "Field of Broken Dreams" by Andrew Miller

Wear a life jacket. Card 207 on Beckett SABR Bio by Skip Nipper The Jimmy Fund game 2009 SI Article on the accident by Jeff Pearlman Greatest 21 Days profile Check out the blog! Check out our friends at Ordinary Effort

This mild-mannered shortstop and World Series-winning coach was accidentally shot in the head by Robin Yount. Card 592 on Beckett SABR Bio by Bill Pruden Dale hits a homer to extend The Streak Dale's injury and recovery Hunting mishap with Yount Interview with Dale about that Easter Sunday game

This defensive specialist made a successful return to home run hitting after 10+ years away from dingers. No word yet on how this may have inspired the return of Oasis. Card #221 on Beckett SABR Bio by Joe Cox Baseball Hall Card Corner - 1990 Fleer Belliard on Battery Power Blog Home Run #2!! Rafael injury shows epic range (thanks @1992Pirates)…

In an alternate universe episode of Boy Meets World, Nails beats up Mr. Feeny and teaches Cory to dip. It's Episode #200! Our show has finally crossed the Mendoza Line for Podcasts. Thank you for listening! Card #1T on Beckett Follow-Up: Larry Bird is good at baseball, too SABR Bio by Rick Swaine Jim's highlight reel Baseball America Abbott's No Hi…

This crafty left-hander got schooled by Dr. J in college, but he won a Cy Young and a ring thanks to some Orioles Magic. Card 623 on Beckett SABR Bio by Mike Huber AP Story about Mike's passing Camden Chat about Mike Tim Kurkjian remembers Mike Flanagan Mike's booth partners remember him 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline…

Adam Darowski of Sports Reference joins the show to discuss one of the most underrated outfielders of the 1980s. Card 278 on Beckett SABR Bio by Jane Schupmann Hewitt Baseball Hall Card Corner - 1975 Topps #514 Jose's Puerto Rican League Stats Stathead Search: Position Players by WAR, 1975-1986 Follow Adam on Twitter Building the Ballot Podcast…

Beware! The mascots of Jamestown, NY will become the mascots of your nightmares! Card 228 on Beckett Yippee Yuppi JJ Jammer Gary Sports Hall of Fame Sycamores Hall of Fame Cooperstowners in Canada interview Wallace's biggest hit His first home run Breaking up a perfect game

What present do you get for the Dad who seems to have everything? A contract rider for a sweet performing gig! Card #202 on ⁠Beckett⁠ SABR Bio by ⁠Clayton Trutor ⁠More by ⁠Clayton ⁠Ed sings the ⁠anthem⁠ Glenn's 1980 ⁠highlights⁠ Glenn's ⁠1981 Topps card⁠ Trevor Hoffman's story on ⁠ESPN⁠

Both club soda and seltzer are types of water that are carbonated by injection, with club soda having some additional added salts like sodium chloride and disodium phosphate. Mineral water, however, is naturally carbonated and must contain 250 parts per million of dissolved solids from the source. Card #275 on ⁠Beckett⁠ SABR Bio by ⁠Paul Hoffman⁠ S…

Unused puns from this episode: Something's Gotta Give Gottem Winning an EGOT(T) Caramel, chocolate and nouGott Card 127 on Beckett Followup: Jayden Fielder signs with Milwaukee Gott vs Teufel 1992 Pinnacle Jumpkick! 2018 NY Times about Jim's family Jim and Danny play catch in 2020 2023 Interview with Jim The Farmer Danny Show…

There was a time when 50 homers in a season was a very big deal. That was the time of the very big Cecil Fielder. Card #618 on Beckett SABR Bio by David Bilmes Cecil and Sparky Cecil is remade in Japan Cecil roofs #41 Cecil hits out #50 Stathead Search: Most homers, 1990-1996 Lucky Gravy Cecil steals a base!…

This speedy outfielder went .750/.800/1.250 in a victorious World Series. Then, two years later, he laid an egg. SABR Bio by Justin Nowell Billy’s 1986 NLCS Homer Billy and Dave Smith's corked bat Reds Hot Billy goes 3-3 in 1990 World Series Game 1 Billy goes 4-4 in World Series Game 2 Billy’s World Series bat at the ⁠⁠HOF⁠⁠ Games Done Quick: Speed…

In 1986, the top player in terms of WAR in the National League was Mike Scott. #2 was Rick Rhoden. What? Card 185 on Beckett SABR Bio By Paul Hofman Rick fights former teammate/1st Base Coach Rick in Daytona Beach Rick in Florida Sports Hall of Fame Rick on the PGA Tour

This hard-throwing reliever was as comfortable at the free throw line as he was on the mound. Card #359 on Beckett 1983 Topps Blog Timeline of Tim SABR Bio by Rory Costello Tim’s first MLB at bat in the World Series Tim talks about Legion Ball

This veteran catcher never pulled a sword from a stone, but he did become Kansas City royalty. Card #62T on Beckett SABR Bio by Bob Lemoine Mike in Missouri Sports HOF Top 100 Royals: Mike at #22 Chuck McMichael Mike saves a life Mac N Seitz

Glenn brags. Mike is done. Randy is ready. Sam and Steve play the horn and sax. But none compare to the onomatopoeia of Lazorko! Card 117 on Beckett Santa Maria Times article about James James from the vault James Steels stats at Cal Poly Video of James in training 1987 article about James During our summer schedule, please enjoy podcasts from frie…

This two-time World Series winner was the best sequel to a Terminator since Robert Patrick. Card #696 on Beckett (O-Pee-Chee!) The Great Dancing Duane SABR Bio by John Kennedy Bob Wadsworth at Pearl Harbor Duane in New Mexico News Stathead Search: 600+ IP, 9+K/9 innings Stathead: Relievers 1991-1993 by WAR Duane 30th Best Blue Jay All-Time…

The descent of Eric Show from a talented pitcher and musician -- to hardcore addict -- to dead at age 37 is one of the saddest stories we've covered. Card #303 on Beckett SABR Bio by John Stahl ESPN "The Tortured Life of Eric Show" "Padres Win Again" song Eric gives up #4192 NY Times "Eric Show's Solitary Life and Death"…

Fun Fact: Most people in New Jersey are born at the racetrack. Card #533 on Beckett SABR Bio by Bill Nowlin Follow-up: Macho Man weighs in on Hrbek vs. Gant Cleveland's Team Podcast: John Farrell

Welcome to Season 5! This Twin Cities slugger had one famous World Series grand slam and one infamous World Series body slam. Card #45 on Beckett Card #609 on eBay SABR Bio by Joel Rippel Kent's 1985 Mercedes Benz 1987 WS Grand Slam 1991 Hrbek vs. Ron Gant T-Rex Tag Bobblehead Stathead Search: Best OPS+ 1982-1993, 3000+ PAs Kent in his RV…

Inspired by Jim Traber's singing of the National Anthem before his own baseball game, we offer the 1988 Topps Podcast Triathlon: Event 1: Bike 10 miles while listening to Ruben Sierra's music Event 2: Sing a solo from any Broadway musical Event 3: Beat the Mets with any team in RBI Baseball Card 544 on Beckett SABR Bio by Malcolm Allen 1987 Topps T…

An episode about a Florida Man almost losing his hand, but not to an encounter with a snake or gator! Card 197 on Beckett Card Corner of Lance's 1990 Score card McCullers Christmas Trees Lance on Father's Day Stathead Search: 120 IP/0 Starts/9+k/9 San Diego Padres New York Yankees Texas Rangers

Zak Ford, author of Called Up: Ballplayers Remember Becoming Major Leaguers, joins the pod to talk about this Future Star. Card #246 on Beckett Learn more about Called Up Mike Campbell on Greatest 21 Days Mike's interview on BallNine Bob Zuk SABR Bio by John Klima Shisakberry's! Mariners Rangers Padres Cubs…

This no-nonsense lefty spent 11 years in MLB and now lives on a 60-foot boat. What more is there to say? Card 786 on Beckett SABR Bio by Bill Nowlin Follow-up: Ron Guidry the drummer Santee, CA Stathead search: Joe Price opponent breakdown Joe teaches appropriate pitching fundamental: be square Joe and Jim Leyritz against Angioma…

While Yogi Berra once said, “All pitchers are liars or crybabies,” this Yankees legend (and friend of Yogi) may have been an exception. Card 535 on Beckett SABR Bio by Joe Wancho SABR Game Story on Ron's 18-strikeout game by Joe Wancho SI finds Ron on the bayou Remembering Ron's 1978 Louisiana Legends Interview Ron and Yogi…

This Puerto Rican outfielder wore his emotions on his sleeve and his fortunes around his neck. Card 184 on Beckett SABR Bio by Daniel Potter Follow-up: Listener Chris' haul of Olwine! 1987 Topps Traded look Ivan climbs the wall in Detroit Sox's Calderon was a gamer

This all-around athlete only hit 13 homers in the regular seasons of his career, but his 1983 ALCS game-winning blast was as easy as ABC. Card #581 on Beckett SABR Bio by Malcolm Allen Tito Jackson döppelganger? 1983 ALCS homer video and story Macho Man's teammate Vapor Man Tito goes back to school

This catcher from South Philly wasn't afraid to joke—or spar—with the best of 'em. Card 757 on Beckett SABR Bio by John Stefano The Tragic Death of John Marzano Marzano Tackles Shelby Johnny almost decks Paul O'Neill Harry Kalas and Johnny Marz Boston Red Sox Texas Rangers Seattle Mariners

Clerk: [announced over speaker] Paging Mr. Herm. Mr. Herm, you have a telephone call at the front desk. Herm comes to the desk and picks up the receiver. Herm: Yes? Uh huh? Yes, I understand. Herm hangs up the phone. It was the president again. I've got to win a World Series with a two-strike bunt single. Card #614 on Beckett SABR Bio by Bill Nowli…

This blonde bomber struck fear in the hearts of pitchers across the globe. Would injuries and colluding owners hold him back from success? Card #50T on Beckett SABR Games Project about the Padres/Braves brawl Brawl video Should Atlanta have traded Bob Horner? 1981 SI Article about Bob 4HR Game Bob, the #1 pick Parting Shots at Japan baseball Whitey…

This unassuming reliever twisted batters into pretzels with his unconventional delivery. Card #749 on Beckett SABR Bio by Tim Sitar Why can't Germans say "squirrel" "MLB's slowest pitcher was completely unhittable" Blue Bird Banter on Mark Eichhorn All-time Greatest Blue Jays Stathead: All-Time Relievers by WAR Stathead: All-Time Relief Seasons by …

This gold medalist never made it to the bigs, but his commitment to the New Hampshire Fisher Cats was major league. Card 67T on Beckett Listen to David on Conversations with Sports Fans Follow-up: Cecil and Gumby's card photo game What is Podunk? Masse's profile by GHTBL Billy at Greatest 28 Days Don't you dare give the Sea Dogs a standing O!…

Editor's Note: In 1988, Beany and Cecil returned to TV as The New Adventures of Beany and Cecil. The new version was produced and directed by John Kricfalusi, creator of The Ren and Stimpy Show. We regret the omission of this important information. Card #769 on Beckett SABR Bio by Eric Aron Beany and Cecil - Little Ace fro Outer Space The end of Co…

When this versatile pitcher went on a losing streak, it was bulletin board material. Card 641 on Beckett All-Time Butt Shot, 1984 Topps Keith Hernandez Recent Rick with giant hat Chatanooga Choo-Choo Rick and the Thumbtack NYT makes an obvious pun Capping off Rick's coaching career Seattle Mariners Texas Rangers Los Angeles Dodgers Oakland A's New …

This defensive shortshop never made it as a big league prospect, but he continues to make his mark discovering and nurturing future stars. Plus, how does a 1.4 WAR performance make someone an All-Star Rookie AND an All-Star on the premier baseball video game of the decade? Card 294 on Beckett Game-winning bloop by @1992Pirates Handshaking bandit by…

Mark Simon returns to the pod to discuss Elaine Benes' most-famous boyfriend (other than Lloyd Braun, of course.) Card 610 on Beckett SABR Bio by Michael Martell Guest Mark Simon's website Follow-up: 1988 Topps Big Card Guillermo Hernandez SI Story about Keith and his Dad About John Hernandez, the ballplayer Big hit in the 1982 World Series The Car…

This versatile reliever had one of the best closer seasons in Major League history and one of our favorite quotes: "You think I look mean when I pitch? I guess it's because I'm hungry to take you out. I'm hungry to make some money." Card 513 on ⁠Beckett⁠ SABR Bio by ⁠Gary Gillette⁠ Obituary at ⁠RIP Baseball⁠ Ismael Miranda "⁠Caretas⁠" ⁠Phillies 23 …

This versatile lefty joined the pros at age 18 and pitched for 19 years. And as far as we can tell, he never had a case of the Mondays! Card 442 on Beckett SABR Bio by David Moore Antioch pitcher drafted! Tom profiled at Greatest 21 Days Story about 'The Way Down'Nashville Sounds, Boston Red Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Detroit Tigers, and Baltimore Oriol…

This brookie combines brownie batter and chocolate chip cookie dough to create a decadent half brownie, half cookie bar that's fun and easy to make. Card 474 on Beckett SABR Bio by Pat Kilroy and Larry Hilliard Hall of Fame Card Corner 1980 Topps Rookie with no moustache Tom's SABR Best Game project Brookens plays catcher in 1985 "I'm pretty cool w…

This Minnesota journeyman moved 52 times in his 17-year baseball career, but as long as he found a spot in the outfield, he felt at home. Card 532 on Beckett Three Rivers Stadium menu SABR Bio by Doug Ernst Greatest 21 Days - Mike Kingery The Kingery Family Solid Foundation Baseball School

“I don’t think [the 1988 Topps Podcast has] any weaknesses. Some people have God’s gift to [podcast], and I think [they] have it.” - Jack Clark, probably Card 100 on Beckett Card 397 on eBay Card 28T on Amazon SABR Bio by Dan Taylor Baseball Hall of Fame Card Corner 1981 Unibrow NLCS Homer Robbed by Eric Davis two days in a row Buy a "F the Dodgers…

After listening to this episode, you will definitely know who Von Hayes is. Card 215 on Beckett SABR Bio By Zac Petrillo "Dude, nobody knows who Von Hayes is" from It's Always SUnny in Philadelphia Catching up with Von in 2022 Von hits 2nd homer of 1st inning Von and his Santa friends Von Hayes, the band…

With the simple push of a button, the Brazilian judge magically turned one gold medal into two. Card #113T on Beckett SABR Bio by Bill Nowlin BREAKING: Jay Baller relief appearance on WGN on June 17, 1986 BREAKING: Don Aase gives up big homer in 1989 Carl T Spague Ed hits huge World Series homer for the Jays Ed discusses the A's farm system in 2023…

First in our alphabet, first in our hearts, first in polished concrete. Card #467 on Beckett SABR Bio by Bill Nowlin Straight-haired Don Angels Fight Song Don Aase at Halos Heaven Polished Concrete Wows Museum Goers!

Welcome to the 1988 Topps Podcast: Presidential Edition Card #76 on Beckett SABR Bio by Rory Costello 88 Topps Blog post MLB Story about the perfect game Video from el perfecto Story about his namesaked stadium Hall of Fame case made by his son!

This journeyman reliever tested 1980s Georgia labor laws as he worked for the minimum wage and made tips. Card 353 on Beckett Ed Olwine 21 Greatest Days Lil' Ole Wine Drinker Me by Dean Martin Sports Illustrated: "Working for peanuts" Atlanta Journal-Constitution: "When it comes to home sales, he's the perfect pitcher" Rudy Kurniawan, Ol Wine Swind…

This speedster from Alabama played 13 years in the bigs and had one of the best seasons at the plate in minor league baseball history. Stasera Mi Butto! Card #657 on Beckett White Sox Mascot History Stasera mi butto Best Reds Minor League Season of 1970s Grandma's Scorebook Gary Redus Gary Redus II, Secret Weapon HOF and MLB articles about the .462…

Tart - a - Bull. Tart - a - Bull. Say it like a toddler, and you can't help but smile. Card 724 on Beckett SABR Bio by Charles Faber NY Times: Danny meets his Grandpa Best Reds Minor League Season of the 1980s? Costanza giving Danny swing pointers George gets "the finger" Married With Children "A Man For No Seasons" Dumbest Fugitive Alive Stathead …

Some guys have all the luck, Some guys can only dream. Some guys get all the breaks, Some guys have a Dad who owns the team. Card #354 on Beckett Marc Sullivan SABR Bio John Lickert SABR Bio Haywood Sullivan SABR Bio Haywood Sullivan: Red Sox Controversial Figures SI Thirsty Article about Marc Marc Sullivan, RBI Baseball Legend Stathead: Worst Sing…