Best Classic Baseball Broadcasts Podcasts (2024)

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July 24 1983 - Phil Rizzuto calls George Brett pine tar game - Vintage Baseball Reflections 6:12

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July 24, 1983 - Phil Rizzuto calls the At Bat when Goose Gossage faces George Brett with Two outs in the 9th Classic Broadcasts are old-time broadcasts that have been put together from various sources. Many are found on the Internet Archives in a raw form. If you wish to take a deeper dive, that includes: Scorecards, Rosters, Newspaper Clippings. A…

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Talking Black Catchers (and Black Baseball) with Former MLB Pro Lenny Webster 39:05

34m ago39:05

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I absolutely love this episode! Lenny Webster is a former MLB catcher who played 12 seasons in the BIGS. Web has dedicated his post-playing days to coaching and mentoring young players. Through his work with the Players Alliance and MLB Develops you will find Coach Webster at the center of events like the HBCU Swingman Classic, the Hank Aaron Invit…

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The Kid Mero & The Broadcast Boys (Deuce & Brody) Live from the MLB Celebrity Softball Game 10:48

3h ago10:48

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On this special "midweek" episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape, I briefly chat with The Kid Mero and the Broadcast Boys on the field at the MLB Celebrity Softball game. This game was awesome, and it was an honor to speak with these guys who truly inspired me to be creative with the BBM podcast and community. The BBM podcast is in partnership with …

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July 23 1962 - Jackie Robinson Hall of Fame Speech - Vintage Baseball Reflections 4:56

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On July 23, 1962, Jackie Robinson, Bob Feller, Bill McKechnie, and Edd Roush are inducted into the Hall of Fame. Robinson, the first black player to participate in major league ball during the 20th century, also becomes the first African-American elected to the shrine. Jackie Robinson burst onto the scene in 1947, breaking baseball’s color barrier …

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MLB Prospects: Harry Ford, Tre Morgan, & Sebastian Walcott Join the BBM Podcast (Live from the Future Games) 15:34

3h ago15:34

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Reporting Live from the 2024 MLB Futures Game at Global Life Field: The Black Baseball Mixtape is proud to share with you on-the-field interviews with Marines #2 Prospect Harry Ford, Rays #13 Prospect Tre Morgan, and Rangers #1 Prospect Sebastian Walcott. The Futures Game is quickly becoming one of the most anticipated events of MLB All-Star Week. …

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Al Kaline Is A Forever Tiger, Red Sox at Tigers, October 3, 1972 2:47:14

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Brought up into the majors by the Detroit Tigers in 152, Al Kaline spent 22 years playing for the Tigers before becoming the Tiger's color commentator until 2003, before heading into the front office until he died in 2020. His playing record is impressive, passing the 3000-hit mark just before he retired in 1974. Today, nearly fifty years later, Ka…

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July 19 - Tony Gwynn First Hit - Vintage Baseball Reflections 2:00

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July 19, 1982 - Tony Gwynn First HitBy This Day In Baseball

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Don Mattingly homers in eighth straight game - Vintage Baseball Reflections 2:24

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Don Mattingly homers in eighth straight game On July 18, 1987, At Arlington Stadium, With his home run leading off the top of the fourth inning off Jose Guzman New York Yankees first baseman Don Mattingly ties a major league record when he homers in his eighth consecutive game. Mattingly connects in a 7-2 loss to the Texas Rangers, matching a 31-ye…

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The First Month Of Keith Hernandez's Powerful Career, Phillies at Cardinals, September 14, 1974 2:33:57

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When you win eleven Gold Gloves in eleven years, you know you're one of the best. Keith Hernandez knew he was one of the best. A contact hitter with a career .296, he won two World Series rings, five All-Star appearances, and picked up the NL batting championship award in 1979. Five years into his career, he cracked the .300 ceiling and never looke…

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July 11, 1967 Mike Cuellar fans Brooks Robinson in the 1967 All-Star Game. - Vintage Baseball Reflections 3:58

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July 11, 1967 Mike Cuellar fans Brooks Robinson in the 1967 All-Star Game. The Audio Was supplied by Astrodaily.com Classic Broadcasts are old-time broadcasts that have been put together from various sources. Many are found on the Internet Archives in a raw form. If you wish to take a deeper dive, that includes: Scorecards, Rosters, Newspaper Clipp…

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July 9, 1958 Casey Stengel's Congressional Testimony - Vintage Baseball Reflections 2:27

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On July 9, 1958 On Capitol Hill, Casey Stengel and Mickey Mantle appear in front of the Senate Anti-Trust and Monopoly Subcommittee which is investigating the baseball monopoly power in regards to sport's antitrust exemption. After 'The Old Perfessor' gives 45 minutes of rambling and confusing testimony, Senator Estes Kefauver laughs when Mickey Ma…

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Southern University's Tyeler Hawkins is ready for his close up (HBCU Swingman Classic Preview) 46:29

5d ago46:29

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After three years at Lousiville University, Tyeler Hawkins decided he needed a change. It was either stop playing baseball altogether or transfer to a new school, hoping for a fresh start. He chose to attend an HBCU, Southern University, in the SWAC conference. That decision turned out to be a perfect one for Tyeler. He rediscovered his love for th…

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MLB Debut: James Wood (Re-Air) - The Future of the Nats is Now 30:03

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On this episode of the BBM podcast, we are re-airing our James Wood conversation in honor of his MLB debut and first MLB hit last night. James is a top prospect in the Nats organization. He has been killing it in the minors the previous two seasons and has all the tools to be an MLB starter at the age of 21. On a personal note for the podcast, we c…

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July 1 - Walter Johnson and Bob Feller No Hitters - This Day in Baseball - The Daily Rewind 7:27

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Two-no hitters were thrown, hall of famers to be Walter Johnson and Bob feller both tossed no-hitters, Johnson fired a 1-0 gem in 1920 vs the Boston Red Sox, losing a perfect game on Bucky Harris error, and in 1951 Feller got his 3rd career no-hitter, tying the record of Cy Young and Larry Corcoran as Cleveland beat Detroit 2-1 . . . Two historic P…

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Juan Marichal, The Dominican Dandy, Giants At Cardinals, June 8, 1962 2:54:31

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When you look for the winning pitcher across the 1960s, it's impossible to ignore Juan Marichal. The 'Dominican Dandy' gave the Giants their first no-hitter in San Francisco, the first no-hitter seen in Candlestick Park, the first Latin-american no-hitter in MLB history, and the first Dominican player to enter the Hall of Fame. He also received one…

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Vida Blue on the CBS Evening News June 26 1971 - This Day in Baseball - The Daily Rewind 5:17

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On June 26, 1971, this clip was Originally aired of Vida Blue of the Oakland A’s was in the midst of setting the baseball world on its ear when this story aired. Interviews with Blue’s mother is included as are clips of him pitching against the Kansas City Royals. Royals manager Bob Lemon and first baseman and Chuck Harrison are also included. You …

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Broadcasting Career of John Sterling, Ep. 65 14:29

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In this episode, I discuss the legendary broadcasting career of John Sterling and talk about why I believe John Sterling was one of the best Yankees play by play announcers in Yankees history! If you have got to this point, fee free to email me the answer to the following trivia question or reply on Spotify: Who was the first Yankees pitcher to thr…

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Focusing on the Baseball Fan: Izzy Lugo (Brewers) and Santos (The Baseball Aficionado) 1:17:52

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On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, Cheats welcomes first-time guests Izzy Lugo, the Brewers' Experimental Marketing Director, and Santos, host of The Baseball Aficionado. These two guests discuss a wide range of topics, including the recent passing of Willie Mays, the fan experience at the ballpark, and up-and-coming players to …

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Remembering Willie Mays, The Legend Of The Say Hey Kid, Indians at Giants, Game 1, 1954 World Series. 3:33:18

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What is there to say about Willie Mays, who passed away peacefully last night? Legend. There's only one game we could choose. There's only one moment we could highlight. It's Game 1 of the 1954 World Series, Mays is in centre field, and in the top of the 8th, Vic Wertz is going to send an impossible-to-catch ball deep to the outfield of the Polo Gr…

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June 18, 1979 Dave Kingman launches Homerun vs Dodgers - Vintage Baseball Reflections 2:25

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June 18, 1979 Dave Kingman launches Homerun vs Dodgers This Day In Baseball - Learn more about the players, teams and seasonsBy This Day In Baseball

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MLB Debut Re-Air: Spencer Bivens: The Definition of Never Give Up 1:18:41

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BBM Podcast Re-Air from March 4, 2024: There were plenty of times when Spencer Bivens thought his baseball career could be over, but the right-handed pitcher kept his options -- and his heart -- open to the next opportunity. That determination and drive guided him from Community College to playing overseas, independent baseball, and ultimately sign…

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Bill Madlock Learns To Hit, Rangers at Angels, September 25, 1973. 2:19:34

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As the four-time NL batting champion, Bill Madlock has an impressive reputation as a hitter. It's even more impressive when you realise he is one of only three right-handed hitters to lift multiple NL batting titles since 1960. The other two are Roberto Clemente and Tommy Davis. He finished his playing career over the .300 and 2000 mark, with a .30…

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Black Players to Watch in the 2024 CWS 6:26

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What's Good Mixtape Family: Here is a very brief preview of some Black players to watch in the College World Series.By Black Baseball Mixtape

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The Hall of Fame Opens - June 12 1939 - This Day in Baseball - The Daily Rewind 1:18:53

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Radio broadcast from June 12 1939 when the Baseball Hall of Fame first opened.By This Day In Baseball

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Re-Introducing Detroit Tigers Justyn-Henry Malloy: MLB Debut Re-Air Episode 55:16

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Justyn-Henry Malloy debuted in the MLB last week with the Detroit Tigers. He got his first hit in his third game, a Home Run. JHen was among the first pro players to appear on the BBM podcast in February 2023. It's a tradition to re-air episodes when BBM players debut (See Samad Taylor and Trey Lipscomb). I'm excited to re-air this episode because …

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Celebrating Frank Robinson, Dodgers at Reds, April 15, 1972 2:13:10

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Frank Robinson could hit the ball hard. He ran the base paths even harder. A formidable player who has been named MVP for both the AL and NL, the triple crown in 1966, 14 All-Star appearances, and 2 World Series rings. To this day, he holds the record for walk-off hits, with 26 winning moments to his credit. In the final years of his playing career…

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Former MLB Player & Renowned Artist Micah Johnson Talks Topps, Baseball, & Life 55:21

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As MLB prepares for its highly anticipated Tribute to the Negro Leagues game at the historic Rickwood Field on June 20th, several special events and projects are happening in conjunction to celebrate the occasion. One of the most exciting for card collectors is a special trading card collection from Topps. The Topps collection features hand-drawn a…

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British Baseball is Better (and Blacker) Than Ever! 1:20:21

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On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape Podcast, I am talking with Coach Drew Spencer. Coach Spencer may be the most compelling man in baseball. He is the Complex Coach for the New York Yankees. He is also the Head man for the British National baseball team, a team that played in the 2023 World Baseball Classic and has already qualified for t…

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Wally Moon and Bill Virdon's Rookie-Rookie Double, Cardinals at Cubs, April 12, 1955 2:56:11

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It's the opening day of the 1955 season, and leading off for the Cardinals is Wally Moon, who won "Rookie Of The Year" in 1954, memorably hitting a home run during his first At Bat in the Majors. Second in the line-up is Bill Virdon, who would go on to win "Rookie Of The Year" for 1955, giving the Cardinals back-to-back Rookies. Both would go on to…

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HBCU Baseball Alumni Brandon Rembert is Charting a New Path Through MLB Scouting 46:29

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One opinion I often hear is that MLB teams need more young Black people in their front office. That is true, but the path to getting into a position as an MLB Front Office Executive is tricky. Those future GMs may have grind at levels they didn't even know existed. Brandon Rembert is one of those future GMs currently out on the grind. Brandon is a …

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The Last Days Of Dave McNally, Orioles at Athletics, ALCS Game 2, October 6, 1974 2:34:49

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Dave McNally is a legend, first as a starting pitcher and finally as an arbitration reliever.He won more than 20 games in four consecutive seasons, was a three-time All-Star, won two World Series rings, and was the AL wins leader in 1970. He was part of the 1971 Orioles rotation that saw himself, Dobson, Palmer, and Cuellar all post 20 or more wins…

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Baysox Utility Player TT Bowens is a Late Bloomer Success Story 18:48

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On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape, Cheats talks with TT Bowens of the Bowie Baysox—the Connecticut native- about his journey in baseball and the mental approach that has led to his success. TT was a late bloomer in the game and grew his confidence playing at Central Connecticut State. Now, in pro ball, TT stays focused and grounded on b…

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Rollie Fingers, The First Reliever, Orioles At Athletics, May 29, 1971 1:50:15

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As Baseball evolved during the expansion era, so did the role of the pitcher. Where the norm was once for starters to go for the full nine innings, the use of relief pitchers and the emergence of the closing pitcher took over. And there is no better example of this new role than Rollie Fingers… and his flamboyant moustache. He set the franchise rec…

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Black Baseball Mixtape Life Update - New Podcast Soon! 9:33

3M ago9:33

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I know it's Monday, but today's message is not a new podcast; it's a life update. We need a few things from you: Please review the podcast on Apple podcast Please follow BBM on Instagram (@BlackBaseballMixtape) Please message me on IG or email me: BlackBaseballMixtape@gmail.com to join the FREE group chat on Discord. Follow In the Booth with Flobo …

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Catfish Hunter is Perfect May 8 1968 - 9th Inning Broadcast - This Day in Baseball - The Daily Rewind 15:13

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On May 8, 1968, Catfish Hunter of the Oakland A’s pitches a perfect game against the Minnesota Twins. Hunter’s perfect game is the first in the American League during the regular season in 46 years, when White Sox right-hander Charlie Robertson, who accomplished the feat against Detroit in 1922. Don Larsen had pitched a perfect game in the 1956 Wor…

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From Vegas Little League to the Pros Donta' Williams is Fireworks 19:37

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I spoke with Donta' Williams of the Bowie Baysox on this Black Baseball Mixtape podcast episode. Donta' is a Las Vegas native. He played college baseball at the University of Arizona and was a 4th Round draft pick of the O's in 2021. Donta and I talk about his personal journey to pro ball and the importance of a strong foundation in the game. Donta…

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Ernie Lombardi Only Slipped Up Once, World Series Game 2, October 5, 1939. 1:40:39

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Bill James called him “the slowest man who played baseball,” yet his ten years with a batting average over .300 would make him attractive to any team. In his seventeen years, he was the first catcher to earn two NL Batting Awards. He finished with a career .306, but it was one lapse of concentration in Game 4 of the 1939 World Series he would be re…

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Bob Watson of the Houston Astros scores the one millionth run in major league history - This Day in Baseball - The Daily Rewind 5:15

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On May 4, 1975, At 12:32pm at Candlestick Park, Bob Watson of the Houston Astros scores the one millionth run in major league history. Watson scores the run on Milt May’s three-run homer, as part of the Astros’ 8-6 loss to the San Francisco Giants in the first game of a doubleheader. He scored seconds ahead of Dave Concepción of the Cincinnati Reds…

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Willie Mays hits 4 homeruns at County Stadium - This Day in Baseball - The Daily Rewind 8:27

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Today’s classic moment features the San Francisco giants and the Milwaukee Braves on April 30 1961. The Say Hey Kid Willie Mays ties the Major League Record of 4 Homeruns in a Single Game at County Stadium. Special note – I am going to play the news reel and some game audio of his 4 homeruns and then have Mays himself talk a little about his amazin…

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The Lineage and Legacy of Black Bay Area Baseball is Alive in Daniel "Jet" Johnson (Norfolk Tides) 13:02

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Daniel "Jet" Johnson is a veteran in the stacked Orioles farm system. The Bay Area native continues a legacy of Black ball players, including Frank Robinson, Joe Morgan, Dave Stewart, Rickey Henderson, Curt Flood, Jimmy Rollins, CC Sabathia, and many more who claim the Oakland area home. In this episode, I chat briefly with DJ about his childhood j…

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Fritz Peterson's Summer Of Success, Yankees at Athletics, May 7, 1970 1:48:40

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There are pitchers who have storied careers, workhorses who can support a team’s offence for many years, and pitchers who shine brightly and burn out in a single season. Fritz Peterson was a workhorse. He had a winning record in seven of his eleven years in the Majors and posted a career 133-131 record. His time and productivity with the New York Y…

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Apr 28, 1965 Mets announcer Lindsay Nelson calls the game from the Dome's ceiling - Vintage Baseball Reflections 3:46

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April 28, 1965 Mets announcer Lindsay Nelson calls the game from the Dome's ceiling The Audio Was supplied by Astrodaily.com Classic Broadcasts are old-time broadcasts that have been put together from various sources. Many are found on the Internet Archives in a raw form. If you wish to take a deeper dive, that includes: Scorecards, Rosters, Newspa…

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April 24, 1966 Willie Mays ties Mel Ott - Vintage Baseball Reflections 2:07

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April 24, 1966 Willie Mays ties Mel Ott with his 511th homerun The Audio Was supplied by Astrodaily.com Classic Broadcasts are old-time broadcasts that have been put together from various sources. Many are found on the Internet Archives in a raw form. If you wish to take a deeper dive, that includes: Scorecards, Rosters, Newspaper Clippings. All me…

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Ronnie Williams: Key Insight from a Black-American Pitcher in the Mexican Pro League 1:05:02

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Have you ever wondered what it's like to play professional baseball in the Mexican Pro League? This episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast (BBM) answers that question and more with RHP Ronnie Williams. On this episode, you will hear from Ronnie what it's like to be a pro player in Mexico. What it was like being a pro player in Korea. You wil…

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Remembering Whitey Herzog, Yankees at Orioles, September 20, 1961 2:16:39

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Legendary manager and player Whitey Herzog died this week at the age of 92. Here at Classic Baseball Radio, we'd like to take a moment to remember a career that caught fire after the playing ended, with one of his last appearances on the diamond. Herzog made it to the majors, playing for the Washington Senators in 1956. He spent time with the Athle…

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Guardians Prospect Kahlil Watson Joins the Black Baseball Mixtape Podcast 23:32

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On this episode, Cheats talks with the #14 prospect in the Guardians organization, former 2021 1st-round draft pick Kahlil Watson. Watson is a Virginia native with strong ties to the Commonwealth. He grew up playing in adult leagues all around the Tri-Cities region. He was in Richmond last week with the Akron RubberDucks (AA). It was his first time…

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April 18, 1987 Mike Schmidt 500th Homerun - Vintage Baseball Reflections 3:19

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On April 18, 1987, At Three Rivers Stadium Mike Schmidt hits his 500th career home run. Schmidt connects against Don Robinson of the Pittsburgh Pirates, becoming the 14th player in history to reach the milestone. Schmidt’s home run helps the Philadelphia Phillies to an 8-6 victory. Classic Broadcasts are old-time broadcasts that have been put toget…

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In the Booth with Flobo Boyce: Special Guest Mia from Black Girls Love Baseball 48:28

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On this episode of In the Booth with Flobo Boyce, Flobo is joined by Mia from Black Girls Love Baseball. What started as a fun side project has become one of baseball's more engaging social media platforms. Black Girls Love Baseball follows the adventures of Mia and her friends as they show their Atlanta Braves fandom throughout MLB. Flobo and Mia …

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The Little Professor You Shouldn't Forget, Red Sox at Yankees, October 2, 1949. 2:48:46

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Imagine your playing career saw you selected seven times to play in the All-Star game, led the league in stolen bases, posted four seasons of .300 plus baseball, had a hitting streak of 34 games, and averaged over 100 runs per season throughout your career. Yet his name is one that never stood out, partly because he's on a Red Sox team with the gre…

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April 10 - FISK changes his Sox - This Day in Baseball - The Daily Rewind 9:50

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On March 18, 1981 Future Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk, signs a contract with the Chicago White Sox after then GM Hayward Sullivan made an apparent clerical error mailing the contract out late in December of 1980. He makes the season debut in 1981 vs the Boston Red Sox in fenway and in a scene out of the movies he slugs a 3 run homer in the 8th to giv…

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