Retro Sports Radio: Classic Games from History

- 1968 MLB Standings - Sunday, April 28, 1968 - Start Time: 2:06 p.m. Local - Venue: Yankee Stadium I - - Radio Announcers - Jerry Coleman - Phil Rizzuto - Frank Messer - - Starting Lineups - 1968 Detroit Tigers - 1 - 2B - Dick McAuliffe - 2 - CF - Mickey Stanley - 3 - RF - Al Kaline - 4 - C - Bill Freehan - 5 - 1B - Norm Cash - 6 - LF - Jim Northrup - 7 - 3B - Don Wert - 8 - SS - Ray Oyler - 9 - P - Joe Sparma - - 1968 New York Yankees - 1 - 2B - Horace Clarke - 2 - C - Jake Gibbs - 3 - 1B - Mickey Mantle - 4 - RF - Roy White - 5 - CF - Bill Robinson - 6 - LF - Steve Whitaker - 7 - 3B - Bobby Cox - 8 - SS - Gene Michael - 9 - P - Bill Monbouquette

The 1980 Philadelphia Phillies delivered the most celebrated season in franchise history to that point, capturing their first-ever World Series title after nearly a century of trying. Managed by Dallas Green, the team combined veteran leadership, clutch hitting, and a deep pitching staff to finish 91–71 and win the National League East in a tightly contested race.Mike Schmidt led the charge with an MVP season, blasting 48 home runs and driving in 121 runs while playing elite defense at third base. He was the undisputed anchor of the lineup. Pete Rose, in his second year with the Phillies, brought postseason experience and grit, while Greg Luzinski, Bake McBride, and Garry Maddox rounded out a dangerous offense.The pitching staff was anchored by Steve Carlton, who went 24–9 and won his third Cy Young Award. Tug McGraw provided energy and reliability out of the bullpen, delivering several key performances in high-leverage situations down the stretch and into the postseason.The Phillies survived a dramatic NLCS against the Houston Astros, considered one of the greatest playoff series ever played. In the World Series, they defeated the Kansas City Royals in six games, with Schmidt and Carlton leading the way and McGraw striking out Willie Wilson to seal the title.The 1980 Phillies ended decades of frustration for the franchise and their fanbase, finally securing a championship for a team that had long carried the burden of being baseball's oldest and most title-starved club.- 3B - Mike Schmidt- LF-RF - Lonnie Smith- RF - Bake McBride- LF - Greg Luzinski- 2B - Manny Trillo- 1B - Pete Rose- CF - Garry Maddox- C - Bob Boone- SS - Larry Bowa- SP - Bob Walk- SP - Steve Carlton- SP-RP - Randy Lerch- SP - Dick Ruthven- RP - Tug McGraw- RP - Ron Reed

- 1950 MLB Standings - Saturday, April 22, 1950 - Attendance: 19,067 - Venue: Ebbets Field - - Radio Announcers - Red Barber - Connie Desmond - - Managers - Leo Durocher - Burt Shotton - - Starting Lineups - 1950 New York Giants - 1 - 2B - Eddie Stanky - 2 - LF - Whitey Lockman - 3 - 3B - Hank Thompson - 4 - RF - Don Mueller - 5 - CF - Bobby Thomson - 6 - SS - Al Dark - 7 - 1B - Jack Harshman - 8 - C - Wes Westrum - 9 - P - Jack Kramer - - 1950 Brooklyn Dodgers - 1 - SS - Pee Wee Reese - 2 - LF - George Shuba - 3 - CF - Jim Russell - 4 - 2B - Jackie Robinson - 5 - RF - Carl Furillo - 6 - 1B - Gil Hodges - 7 - 3B - Bobby Morgan - 8 - C - Roy Campanella - 9 - P - Dan Bankhead -

- 1960 MLB Standings - Saturday, April 23, 1960 - Attendance: 9,659 - Venue: Municipal Stadium - - Radio Announcers - Jack Buck - Carl Erskine - - Managers - Joe Gordon - Bob Elliott - - Starting Lineups - 1960 Cleveland Indians - 1 - 2B - Johnny Temple - 2 - CF - Jim Piersall - 3 - RF - Walt Bond - 4 - LF - Tito Francona - 5 - C - Russ Nixon - 6 - 1B - Vic Power - 7 - SS - Woodie Held - 8 - 3B - Bubba Phillips - 9 - P - Barry Latman - - 1960 Kansas City Athletics - 1 - CF - Bill Tuttle - 2 - 2B - Jerry Lumpe - 3 - RF - Hank Bauer - 4 - 1B - Norm Siebern - 5 - LF - Bob Cerv - 6 - C - Harry Chiti - 7 - 3B - Bob Johnson - 8 - SS - Ken Hamlin - 9 - P - Dick Hall -

- Monday, April 12, 1971 - Attendance: 15,407 - Venue: Dodger Stadium - - Radio Announcers▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ - Vin Scully - Jerry Doggett - - Managers▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ - Leo Durocher - Walt Alston - - Starting Lineups▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ - 1971 Chicago Cubs - 1 - SS - Don Kessinger - 2 - 2B - Glenn Beckert - 3 - LF - Billy Williams - 4 - 3B - Ron Santo - 5 - 1B - Joe Pepitone - 6 - RF - Johnny Callison - 7 - CF - José Ortiz - 8 - C - J.C. Martin - 9 - P - Ken Holtzman - - 1971 Los Angeles Dodgers - 1 - SS - Maury Wills - 2 - RF - Manny Mota - 3 - 1B - Wes Parker - 4 - LF - Dick Allen - 5 - C - Bill Sudakis - 6 - 2B - Jim Lefebvre - 7 - 3B - Steve Garvey - 8 - CF - Bill Russell - 9 - P - Sandy Vance

- 1966 MLB Standings - Tuesday, April 12, 1966 - Attendance: 21,658 - Venue: Metropolitan Stadium - Radio Announcers - Monte Moore - Lynn Ferris - - Starting Lineups - 1966 Kansas City Athletics - 1 - CF - José Tartabull - 2 - RF - Mike Hershberger - 3 - SS - Wayne Causey - 4 - C - Billy Bryan - 5 - 1B - Ken Harrelson - 6 - LF - Larry Stahl - 7 - 2B - Dick Green - 8 - 3B - Ed Charles - 9 - P - Catfish Hunter - - 1966 Minnesota Twins - 1 - SS - Zoilo Versalles - 2 - LF - Sandy Valdespino - 3 - RF - Tony Oliva - 4 - 3B - Harmon Killebrew - 5 - 1B - Don Mincher - 6 - CF - Jimmie Hall - 7 - C - Earl Battey - 8 - 2B - Bernie Allen - 9 - P - Mudcat Grant

The 1975 Cincinnati Reds, known as the Big Red Machine, were at the height of their dominance and delivered one of the most iconic seasons in baseball history. Managed by Sparky Anderson, the team finished with a 108–54 record, cruising to the National League West title and eventually capturing the World Series crownThe roster was loaded with star power, including Pete Rose, Joe Morgan, Johnny Bench, and Tony Pérez—each contributing in different ways to the team's relentless offense and cohesive chemistry. Joe Morgan, in particular, had an MVP season, showcasing a rare combination of power, speed, and plate discipline. Pete Rose continued to be the heartbeat of the lineup, hitting .317 and playing with unmatched intensity. Bench and Pérez delivered consistent power, while George Foster and Dave Concepción added key production and strong defense. On the pitching side, the staff wasn't overpowering, but it was highly effective. Don Gullett, Gary Nolan, and Fred Norman anchored the rotation, while Rawly Eastwick emerged as a dominant force out of the bullpenThe Reds' balance, depth, and aggressive base running made them a nightmare matchup for opponents. After sweeping the Pirates in the NLCS, Cincinnati faced the Boston Red Sox in a dramatic World Series that went seven games. Game 6, featuring Carlton Fisk's legendary walk-off home run, remains one of the most famous in MLB historyThe Reds responded with a Game 7 victory, securing their first World Series title since 1940.

- 1964 MLB Standings - April 1, 1964 - Portsmouth, Virginia - - Radio Announcers - Bob Murphy- Lindsey Nelson- Ralph Kiner - - Managers - Casey Stengel - Hank Bauer - - Top Players - 1974 New York Mets - RF - Joe Christopher - 2B - Ron Hunt - 1B - Ed Kranepool - C - Jesse Gonder - CF - Jim Hickman - 3B - Charley Smith - LF - George Altman - 2B-CF - Rod Kanehl - SS - Roy McMillan - - 1974 Baltimore Orioles - LF - Boog Powell - 3B - Brooks Robinson - LF-RF - Sam Bowens - 1B - Norm Siebern - SS - Luis Aparicio - C - Dick Brown - CF - Jackie Brandt - C - John Orsino - 2B - Jerry Adair

- Earl Gillespie - Blaine WalshThe Milwaukee Braves of the 1950s were one of the National League's most formidable and exciting teams, known for their powerful lineup, dominant pitching, and passionate fan base. After relocating from Boston to Milwaukee in 1953, the franchise quickly became a central force in the leagueThe move sparked a surge in attendance, with fans packing County Stadium and giving the team one of the most loyal followings in baseball at the time. Led by a core of future Hall of Famers—Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews, and Warren Spahn—the Braves combined offensive firepower with a reliable pitching staff. Aaron and Mathews consistently ranked among the league leaders in home runs and RBIs, while Spahn remained a workhorse on the mound, racking up wins well into his late 30s. The peak of the decade came in 1957, when the Braves won the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in seven games. They returned to the Fall Classic in 1958 but fell short in a rematch with the Yankees. Throughout the decade, the Braves remained contenders, often finishing near the top of the standings and challenging the National League's elite. By the end of the 1950s, the team was still strong but beginning to show signs of transition. While the stars remained productive, questions about long-term depth and rising competition foreshadowed the shifts that would define the 1960s. Still, the 1950s Braves left an enduring mark as one of the decade's most respected and balanced clubs.

The 1936 Chicago City Series was another chapter in the long-standing Cubs-White Sox rivalry, which had defined the city's baseball landscape for decades. The Cubs entered the series fresh off a fourth-place finish in the National League, while the White Sox, though a middle-of-the-pack team in the American League, had the edge when it came to these intra-city showdowns. The South Siders had dominated the City Series historically, and 1936 was no exception. The White Sox swept the four-game set behind strong pitching from Vern Kennedy, Monty Stratton, Ted Lyons, and Bill Dietrich, while the Cubs struggled offensively, managing just eight runs across the series.The Cubs-White Sox rivalry had been one of baseball's most consistent postseason matchups since the early 1900s, with the teams facing off in the City Series almost every year when neither club was playing in the World Series. Though the Cubs had won National League pennants in 1929, 1932, and 1935, their success did not translate into city bragging rights, as the White Sox continued to dominate the matchup. The 1936 series marked the second time in four years that the Cubs were completely shut out in the annual showdown, reinforcing the White Sox's reputation as the stronger team in Chicago's postseason exhibitions.

- 1950 MLB Standings - Game 4, 1950 World Series - Saturday, October 7, 1950 - Attendance: 68,098 - Venue: Yankee Stadium I - - Radio Announcers - Mel Allen - Gene Kelly - - Starting Lineups - 1950 Philadelphia Phillies - 1 - 1B - Eddie Waitkus - 2 - CF - Richie Ashburn - 3 - 3B - Willie Jones - 4 - RF - Del Ennis - 5 - LF - Dick Sisler - 6 - SS - Granny Hamner - 7 - C - Andy Seminick - 8 - 2B - Mike Goliat - 9 - P - Bob Miller - - 1950 New York Yankees - 1 - LF - Gene Woodling - 2 - SS - Phil Rizzuto - 3 - C - Yogi Berra - 4 - CF - Joe DiMaggio - 5 - 1B - Johnny Mize - 6 - 3B - Bobby Brown - 7 - RF - Hank Bauer - 8 - 2B - Jerry Coleman - 9 - P - Whitey Ford

- 1950 MLB Standings - Game 3, 1950 World Series - Friday, October 6, 1950 - Attendance: 64,505 - Venue: Yankee Stadium I - - Radio Announcers - Mel Allen - Gene Kelly - - Starting Lineups - 1950 Philadelphia Phillies - 1 - 1B - Eddie Waitkus - 2 - CF - Richie Ashburn - 3 - 3B - Willie Jones - 4 - RF - Del Ennis - 5 - LF - Dick Sisler - 6 - SS - Granny Hamner - 7 - C - Andy Seminick - 8 - 2B - Mike Goliat - 9 - P - Ken Heintzelman - - 1950 New York Yankees - 1 - SS - Phil Rizzuto - 2 - 2B - Jerry Coleman - 3 - C - Yogi Berra - 4 - CF - Joe DiMaggio - 5 - LF - Hank Bauer - 6 - 1B - Johnny Mize - 7 - 3B - Billy Johnson - 8 - RF - Cliff Mapes - 9 - P - Eddie Lopat

- 1950 MLB Standings - Game 2, 1950 World Series - Thursday, October 5, 1950 - Attendance: 32,660 - Venue: Shibe Park - - Radio Announcers - Mel Allen - Gene Kelly - - Starting Lineups - 1950 New York Yankees - 1 - LF - Gene Woodling - 2 - SS - Phil Rizzuto - 3 - C - Yogi Berra - 4 - CF - Joe DiMaggio - 5 - 1B - Johnny Mize - 6 - 3B - Bobby Brown - 7 - RF - Hank Bauer - 8 - 2B - Jerry Coleman - 9 - P - Allie Reynolds - - 1950 Philadelphia Phillies - 1 - 1B - Eddie Waitkus - 2 - CF - Richie Ashburn - 3 - LF - Dick Sisler - 4 - RF - Del Ennis - 5 - 3B - Willie Jones - 6 - SS - Granny Hamner - 7 - C - Andy Seminick - 8 - 2B - Mike Goliat - 9 - P - Robin Roberts

- 1950 MLB Standings - Game 1, 1950 World Series - Wednesday, October 4, 1950 - Attendance: 30,746 - Venue: Shibe Park - Radio Announcers - Mel Allen - Gene Kelly - - Starting Lineups - 1950 New York Yankees - 1 - LF - Gene Woodling - 2 - SS - Phil Rizzuto - 3 - C - Yogi Berra - 4 - CF - Joe DiMaggio - 5 - 1B - Johnny Mize - 6 - 3B - Bobby Brown - 7 - RF - Hank Bauer - 8 - 2B - Jerry Coleman - 9 - P - Vic Raschi - - 1950 Philadelphia Phillies - 1 - 1B - Eddie Waitkus - 2 - CF - Richie Ashburn - 3 - LF - Dick Sisler - 4 - RF - Del Ennis - 5 - 3B - Willie Jones - 6 - SS - Granny Hamner - 7 - C - Andy Seminick - 8 - 2B - Mike Goliat - 9 - P - Jim Konstanty -

- 1974 NFL Standings - Sunday Dec 15, 1974 - Start Time: 2:00pm - Stadium: Memorial Stadium (Baltimore) - - Radio Announcers - Marty Glickman - Dave Herman - - Head Coaches - Charley Winner - Joe Thomas- - Top Players - 1974 New York Jets - QB - Joe Namath - FB - John Riggins - RB - Emerson Boozer - WR - David Knight - TE - Rich Caster - WR - Lou Piccone -- 1974 Baltimore Colts - QB - Bert Jones - RB - Lydell Mitchell - MLB - Mike Curtis

- 1940 MLB Standings - Game 7, 1940 World Series - Tuesday, October 8, 1940 - Attendance: 26,854 - Venue: Crosley Field - Radio Announcers - Red Barber - Bob Elson - - Starting Lineups - 1940 Detroit Tigers - 1 - SS - Dick Bartell - 2 - CF - Barney McCosky - 3 - 2B - Charlie Gehringer - 4 - LF - Hank Greenberg - 5 - 1B - Rudy York - 6 - RF - Bruce Campbell - 7 - 3B - Pinky Higgins - 8 - C - Billy Sullivan - 9 - P - Bobo Newsom - - 1940 Cincinnati Reds - 1 - 3B - Billy Werber - 2 - CF - Mike McCormick - 3 - RF - Ival Goodman - 4 - 1B - Frank McCormick - 5 - LF - Jimmy Ripple - 6 - C - Jimmie Wilson - 7 - 2B - Eddie Joost - 8 - SS - Billy Myers - 9 - P - Paul Derringer

The Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers faced off on November 25, 1977, at The Spectrum in Philadelphia. At this point in the season, the Warriors (entering at 9-9) were aiming to stabilize their campaign under head coach Al Attles, driven by veteran stars Rick Barry and Phil Smith. Meanwhile, the 76ers (entering at 12-5), coached by Gene Shue, were led by the dynamic Julius Erving and George McGinnis, both of whom were vital in establishing the team as contenders in the Eastern Conference. The 76ers were riding high on momentum and were already seen as a major threat in the league, while the Warriors were looking for consistency amidst a competitive Western Conference landscape.The game was a high-scoring and tightly contested affair, with both teams showcasing their offensive firepower. Philadelphia jumped to an early lead, outscoring Golden State 32-26 in the first quarter, thanks to a strong performance from McGinnis, who would finish with 34 points and 20 rebounds. Julius Erving added 28 points, asserting his all-around dominance. Golden State, however, kept the game close with Phil Smith scoring a team-high 30 points and Rickey Green adding an efficient 22 points off the bench. The Warriors mounted a late comeback, forcing the game into overtime after a balanced scoring effort in the fourth quarter, but Philadelphia's composure in the extra period sealed the win.With the victory, the 76ers improved to 13-5, solidifying their position as Eastern Conference frontrunners in a season that would see them finish second in the Atlantic Division and eventually reach the NBA Finals. The Warriors, dropping to 9-10, continued their uneven season but showed promise in players like Smith and Green. For Philadelphia, this game was another step toward establishing themselves as one of the league's elite teams of the era.philadelphi76ers #goldenstatewarriors #juliuserving #georgemcginnis #rickbarry #philsmith #rickeygreen #nbahistory #1977season

- 1981 NFL Standings - Sunday Dec 13, 1981 - Start Time: 1:00pm - Stadium: Tampa Stadium - - Radio Announcers - John DeMott - Tom Kelly - - Head Coaches - Don Coryell - John McKay- - Top Players - 1981 San Diego Chargers - QB - Dan Fouts - RB - Chuck Muncie - RB - James Brooks - TE - Kellen Winslow - WR - Charlie Joiner - LCB - Willie Buchanon - RDE - John Woodcock - RDT - Gary Johnson - LG - Doug Wilkerson -- 1981 Tampa Bay Buccaneers - QB - Doug Williams - RB - Jerry Eckwood - WR - Kevin House - TE - Jimmie Giles - FS - Cedric Brown - SS - Neal Colzie - RDE - Lee Roy Selmon -

- Game 6, 1935 World Series - Monday, October 7, 1935 - Attendance: 48,420 - Venue: Navin Field - - Radio Announcers - Hal Totten - Ty Tyson - Boake Carter - - Starting Lineups - 1935 Chicago Cubs - 1 - LF - Augie Galan - 2 - 2B - Billy Herman - 3 - RF - Chuck Klein - 4 - C - Gabby Hartnett - 5 - CF - Frank Demaree - 6 - 1B - Phil Cavarretta - 7 - 3B - Stan Hack - 8 - SS - Billy Jurges - 9 - P - Larry French - - 1935 Detroit Tigers - 1 - 3B - Flea Clifton - 2 - C - Mickey Cochrane - 3 - 2B - Charlie Gehringer - 4 - LF - Goose Goslin - 5 - RF - Pete Fox - 6 - CF - Gee Walker - 7 - SS - Billy Rogell - 8 - 1B - Marv Owen - 9 - P - Tommy Bridges -

- 1935 MLB Standings - Friday, October 4, 1935 - Attendance: 45,532 - Venue: Wrigley Field - Game Duration: 2:27 - - Radio Announcers - Hal Totten - Ty Tyson - Boake Carter - - Starting Lineups - 1935 Detroit Tigers - 1 - CF - Jo-Jo White - 2 - C - Mickey Cochrane - 3 - 2B - Charlie Gehringer - 4 - LF - Goose Goslin - 5 - RF - Pete Fox - 6 - SS - Billy Rogell - 7 - 1B - Marv Owen - 8 - 3B - Flea Clifton - 9 - P - Elden Auker - - 1935 Chicago Cubs - 1 - LF - Augie Galan - 2 - 2B - Billy Herman - 3 - CF - Freddie Lindstrom - 4 - C - Gabby Hartnett - 5 - RF - Frank Demaree - 6 - 1B - Phil Cavarretta - 7 - 3B - Stan Hack - 8 - SS - Billy Jurges - 9 - P - Bill Lee

The show The Scout is a Family Theater radio drama episode that aired on June 15, 1949. It features Eddie Bracken, Kathy O'Donnell, and Branch Rickey in pivotal roles. The story, introduced by Branch Rickey, revolves around baseball, a theme close to Rickey's heart due to his long association with the sport. He introduces the tale of Skip Welch, a character not famous in the big leagues or recorded in major league record books but regarded by Rickey as a true big-league player due to his integrity and character.The narrative unfolds in a small Midwestern town called Rawson, where Skip Welch, once an orphan and now a minor league baseball player, dedicates his time to coaching boys from the local orphanage. His story is one of ambition, moral dilemmas, and the harsh realities of professional sports. Despite his skill and passion, Skip faces challenges that test his values, particularly when he meets a mysterious scout promising him a future in the major leagues under stringent, morally ambiguous conditions. As Skip pursues his dream, he finds himself compromising the very principles he holds dear, leading to a climactic moment where he must choose between personal gain and the well-being of a young boy named Chuck from the orphanage.List of characters and their actors:Eddie Bracken as Skip Welch: A hopeful minor league baseball player and the protagonist of the story.Kathy O'Donnell as Mary Collins: Skip's love interest who helps him see the value in moral integrity over success at any cost.Branch Rickey as the Host/Narrator: Introduces the story and provides commentary on the moral of the story.A character known as the Scout: Represents the temptation of success at the expense of one's values.Chuck: A young boy from the orphanage who looks up to Skip and whose fate becomes intertwined with Skip's moral decisions.The story serves as a parable on the importance of playing hard but clean, emphasizing integrity over victory and the real meaning of success. It is an echo of Rickey's own beliefs about the role of sports in building character.

In 1946, Leo Durocher was in his eighth season as manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Known for his fiery personality and strategic acumen, Durocher had already established himself as one of the most controversial and successful managers in baseball. This year marked Durocher's return to the dugout after World War II had significantly impacted baseball rosters.The 1946 season would prove to be pivotal for Durocher and the Dodgers. Under his leadership, the team finished tied for first place with the St. Louis Cardinals, necessitating the first-ever tiebreaker playoff in Major League history. Although the Dodgers lost this playoff, Durocher's managerial skills had once again brought the team to the brink of a pennant. This radio show captures Durocher at a crucial moment in his career, just before the controversy that would lead to his suspension for the entire 1947 season.#LeoDurocher #BrooklynDodgers #1946MLBSeason #BaseballManagers #PostWarBaseball

In 1948, Dizzy Dean was firmly established in his second career as a baseball broadcaster, having retired from playing in 1947. This was Dean's third year calling games for the St. Louis Browns and Cardinals, a role he began in 1941 shortly after his playing days ended. Dean's unique style of broadcasting, characterized by his folksy humor and unorthodox grammar, had already made him a fan favorite behind the microphone.The Dizzy Dean Show was a regular feature on radio during this period, showcasing Dean's personality and baseball knowledge. 1948 was a significant year in baseball, with the Cleveland Indians winning the World Series and Babe Ruth passing away in August. Dean's show likely touched on these major events while providing his signature commentary on the current baseball season. His perspective as a former star pitcher, particularly his experiences with the St. Louis Cardinals' Gashouse Gang in the 1930s, added depth to his analysis of the game.#DizzyDean #BaseballBroadcasting #1948MLBSeason #RadioSportsShow #FormerPlayerAnalyst

In 1966, Bob Feller was a decade removed from his playing career, having retired from the Cleveland Indians in 1956. By this time, Feller had been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962 and was established as one of the game's legendary pitchers. His career spanned from 1936 to 1956, interrupted by his service in World War II from 1942 to 1945.This radio clip features Feller reflecting on the concerns he and other players had upon returning to baseball after World War II. Feller's perspective is particularly valuable, as he was one of the first major league players to enlist after the attack on Pearl Harbor, joining the Navy just two days later. His experiences bridged the pre-war and post-war eras of baseball, giving him unique insight into how the game and its players were affected by the global conflict. Feller likely discusses the challenges of readjusting to civilian life, regaining baseball form after years away from the game, and the changes in the sport during the war years.#BobFeller #BaseballHallOfFame #WWII #PostWarBaseball #MLBVeterans

- 1981 NFL Standings - Thursday Nov 26, 1981 - Start Time: 4:00pm - Stadium: Texas Stadium - - Radio Announcers - Lindsey Nelson - Jim Kelly - - Head Coaches - Neill Armstrong - Tom Landry- - Top Players - 1981 Chicago Bears - QB - Vince Evans - FB - Matt Suhey - RB - Walter Payton - WR - Ken Margerum - WR/WR - Brian Baschnagel - SS - Gary Fencik - LDE - Dan Hampton - RDT - Alan Page - MLB - Mike Singletary -- 1981 Dallas Cowboys - QB - Danny White - FB - Ron Springs - RB - Tony Dorsett - WR - Tony Hill - WR - Drew Pearson - RCB - Dennis Thurman - RDT - Randy White - LDE - Too Tall Jones - LT - Pat Donovan

- Game 7, 1962 World Series - Tuesday, October 16, 1962 - Attendance: 43,948 - Venue: Candlestick Park - - Radio Announcers - George Kell - Joe Garagiola - - Starting Lineups - 1962 New York Yankees - 1 - SS - Tony Kubek - 2 - 2B - Bobby Richardson - 3 - LF - Tom Tresh - 4 - CF - Mickey Mantle - 5 - RF - Roger Maris - 6 - C - Elston Howard - 7 - 1B - Bill Skowron - 8 - 3B - Clete Boyer - 9 - P - Ralph Terry - - 1962 San Francisco Giants - 1 - RF - Felipe Alou - 2 - 2B - Chuck Hiller - 3 - CF - Willie Mays - 4 - LF - Willie McCovey - 5 - 1B - Orlando Cepeda - 6 - C - Tom Haller - 7 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 8 - SS - José Pagán - 9 - P - Jack Sanford

- Game 6, 1962 World Series - Monday, October 15, 1962 - Attendance: 43,948 - Venue: Candlestick Park - - Radio Announcers - George Kell - Joe Garagiola - - Starting Lineups - 1962 New York Yankees - 1 - SS - Tony Kubek - 2 - 2B - Bobby Richardson - 3 - LF - Tom Tresh - 4 - CF - Mickey Mantle - 5 - RF - Roger Maris - 6 - C - Elston Howard - 7 - 1B - Bill Skowron - 8 - 3B - Clete Boyer - 9 - P - Whitey Ford - - 1962 San Francisco Giants: - 1 - LF - Harvey Kuenn - 2 - 2B - Chuck Hiller - 3 - RF - Felipe Alou - 4 - CF - Willie Mays - 5 - 1B - Orlando Cepeda - 6 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 7 - C - Ed Bailey - 8 - SS - José Pagán - 9 - P - Billy Pierce

- Harry Wismer- Bob CervIn 1956, Bob Cerv was in his sixth season with the New York Yankees, primarily serving as a reserve outfielder. This year marked Cerv's last full season with the Yankees before being sold to the Kansas City Athletics in October. At 31 years old, Cerv had yet to reach his peak as a player, which would come in the following years with Kansas City.This radio interview captures Cerv at a transitional point in his career. Despite limited playing time with the Yankees, he was part of their World Series championship team in 1956. Cerv's role on the star-studded Yankees squad was primarily as a pinch-hitter and occasional outfielder, a position that would change dramatically upon his move to Kansas City, where he would become an everyday player and eventually an All-Star in 1958.#BobCerv #NYYankees #1956WorldSeries #BaseballReserves #MLBTransitions

- Game 5, 1962 World Series - Wednesday, October 10, 1962 - Attendance: 63,165 - Venue: Yankee Stadium I - - Radio Announcers - George Kell - Joe Garagiola - - Starting Lineups - 1962 San Francisco Giants - 1 - 2B - Chuck Hiller - 2 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 3 - RF - Matty Alou - 4 - CF - Willie Mays - 5 - 1B - Willie McCovey - 6 - LF - Felipe Alou - 7 - C - Tom Haller - 8 - SS - José Pagán - 9 - P - Jack Sanford - - 1962 New York Yankees - 1 - SS - Tony Kubek - 2 - 2B - Bobby Richardson - 3 - LF - Tom Tresh - 4 - CF - Mickey Mantle - 5 - RF - Roger Maris - 6 - C - Elston Howard - 7 - 1B - Bill Skowron - 8 - 3B - Clete Boyer - 9 - P - Ralph Terry -

In 1948, Jack Benny was at the height of his radio career, hosting The Jack Benny Program which had been on the air since 1932. Known for his comedic timing and self-deprecating humor, Benny often incorporated sports figures into his show. Bob Feller, on the other hand, was in his prime as a pitcher for the Cleveland Indians. 1948 was a significant year for Feller, as he helped lead the Indians to a World Series championship, their most recent title to date.This radio interview brings together two icons from different fields at pivotal moments in their careers. Feller, at 29 years old, was coming off a season where he led the American League in strikeouts and complete games. Benny, at 54, was successfully transitioning his radio show to television, with the first televised episode airing in 1950. The interaction between the comedic prowess of Benny and the athletic expertise of Feller likely provides an entertaining blend of humor and baseball insight, capturing a moment when radio was still the dominant medium for both entertainment and sports coverage.#JackBenny #BobFeller #1948WorldSeries #GoldenAgeOfRadio #BaseballHumor

- Game 4 1962 World Series - Monday, October 8, 1962 - Attendance: 66,607 - Venue: Yankee Stadium I - - Radio Announcers - George Kell - Joe Garagiola - - Starting Lineups - 1962 San Francisco Giants - 1 - RF - Harvey Kuenn - 2 - 2B - Chuck Hiller - 3 - CF - Willie Mays - 4 - LF - Felipe Alou - 5 - 1B - Orlando Cepeda - 6 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 7 - C - Tom Haller - 8 - SS - José Pagán - 9 - P - Juan Marichal - - 1962 New York Yankees - 1 - SS - Tony Kubek - 2 - 2B - Bobby Richardson - 3 - LF - Tom Tresh - 4 - CF - Mickey Mantle - 5 - RF - Roger Maris - 6 - C - Elston Howard - 7 - 1B - Bill Skowron - 8 - 3B - Clete Boyer - 9 - P - Whitey Ford

- Game 3 1962 World Series- Sunday, October 7, 1962- Attendance: 71,434- Venue: Yankee Stadium I-- Radio Announcers- George Kell- Joe Garagiola-- Starting Lineups- 1962 San Francisco Giants- 1 - LF - Felipe Alou- 2 - 2B - Chuck Hiller- 3 - CF - Willie Mays- 4 - RF - Willie McCovey- 5 - 1B - Orlando Cepeda- 6 - C - Ed Bailey- 7 - 3B - Jim Davenport- 8 - SS - José Pagán- 9 - P - Billy Pierce-- 1962 New York Yankees:- 1 - SS - Tony Kubek- 2 - 2B - Bobby Richardson- 3 - LF - Tom Tresh- 4 - CF - Mickey Mantle- 5 - RF - Roger Maris- 6 - C - Elston Howard- 7 - 1B - Bill Skowron- 8 - 3B - Clete Boyer- 9 - P - Bill Stafford

In 1960, Jackie Robinson was four years into retirement from his groundbreaking baseball career, having last played for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1956. At this time, Robinson was hosting a syndicated radio program called Jackie Robinson's Radio Shots, produced by RCA. This interview features Robinson speaking with legendary pitcher Satchel Paige, who was 54 years old and had recently pitched his last major league game for the Kansas City Athletics in 1958.The conversation between Robinson and Paige covers their shared experiences in the Negro Leagues, including their time together on the 1945 Kansas City Monarchs. They discuss the grueling travel schedule and playing conditions of the Negro Leagues, as well as Paige's famous encounters with Josh Gibson. Paige recounts the story of intentionally walking three batters to face Gibson with the bases loaded, showcasing the friendly rivalry between these Negro League greatsThe interview also touches on lighter topics, such as the origin of Paige's nickname and his unconventional remedy for stomach troubles - goat's milk.#JackieRobinson #SatchelPaige #NegroLeagues #BaseballLegends #RadioBroadcasting

- Game 2 1962 MLB Playoffs- Friday, October 5, 1962- Attendance: 43,910- Venue: Candlestick Park-- Radio Announcers- George Kell- Joe Garagiola-- Starting Lineups- 1962 New York Yankees- 1 - SS - Tony Kubek- 2 - 2B - Bobby Richardson- 3 - LF - Tom Tresh- 4 - CF - Mickey Mantle- 5 - RF - Roger Maris- 6 - C - Yogi Berra- 7 - 1B - Dale Long- 8 - 3B - Clete Boyer- 9 - P - Ralph Terry-- 1962 San Francisco Giants- 1 - 2B - Chuck Hiller- 2 - RF - Felipe Alou- 3 - LF - Matty Alou- 4 - CF - Willie Mays- 5 - 1B - Willie McCovey- 6 - C - Tom Haller- 7 - 3B - Jim Davenport- 8 - SS - José Pagán- 9 - P - Jack Sanford

- Dizzy Dean- Bob HopeIn 1941, Dizzy Dean was in the twilight of his playing career, having last pitched regularly in 1938 for the Chicago Cubs. Despite his diminished on-field role, Dean remained a popular figure in baseball due to his colorful personality and broadcasting work. At this point, he was transitioning from player to full-time broadcaster, a role that would define the latter part of his career.Bob Hope, on the other hand, was at the height of his entertainment career in 1941. He had established himself as a top radio personality with his NBC show, The Pepsodent Show Starring Bob Hope, which began in 1938. Hope was known for his rapid-fire delivery of jokes and his willingness to engage with guests from various fields, including sports. This radio interview likely showcases the interplay between Dean's folksy baseball wisdom and Hope's quick wit, providing listeners with a blend of sports insight and entertainment.#DizzyDean #BobHope #BaseballBroadcasting #1940sRadio #SportsEntertainment

- 1978 NFL Standings - Sunday Nov 12, 1978 - Stadium: Schaefer Stadium - - Radio Announcers▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬- Gil Santos - - Head Coaches▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ - Bum Phillips - Chuck Fairbanks- - Top Players▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ - 1978 Houston Oilers - QB - Dan Pastorini - RB - Earl Campbell - WR - Ken Burrough - TE - Mike Barber - LCB - Willie Alexander - RDE - Elvin Bethea - NT - Curley Culp -- 1978 New England Patriots - QB - Steve Grogan - FB - Sam Cunningham - RB - Horace Ivory - WR - Stanley Morgan - RCB - Mike Haynes - DE - Tony McGee - TE - Russ Francis - LG - John Hannah

- 1962 MLB Standings - 1962 World Series Game 1 - Thursday, October 4, 1962 - Attendance: 43,852 - Venue: Candlestick Park - - Radio Announcers - George Kell - Joe Garagiola - - - Starting Lineups - 1962 New York Yankees - 1 - SS - Tony Kubek - 2 - 2B - Bobby Richardson - 3 - LF - Tom Tresh - 4 - CF - Mickey Mantle - 5 - RF - Roger Maris - 6 - C - Elston Howard - 7 - 1B - Bill Skowron - 8 - 3B - Clete Boyer - 9 - P - Whitey Ford - - 1962 San Francisco Giants: - 1 - LF - Harvey Kuenn - 2 - 2B - Chuck Hiller - 3 - RF - Felipe Alou - 4 - CF - Willie Mays - 5 - 1B - Orlando Cepeda - 6 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 7 - C - Ed Bailey

- Harry Wismer- Ed MacauleyIn 1958, Ed Macauley was at a pivotal point in his basketball career. Having just won an NBA championship with the St. Louis Hawks, Macauley was transitioning from player to coach. This season marked his last as a player and the beginning of his coaching tenure with the Hawks. At 30 years old, Easy Ed had already established himself as one of the game's premier players, having been named to seven All-Star teams and three All-NBA First Teams.This radio interview captures Macauley at a unique moment, fresh off his NBA championship victory over his former team, the Boston Celtics. The 1957-58 season was particularly significant for Macauley, as it came two years after he was traded from the Celtics in a deal that brought Bill Russell to Boston. Macauley's insights during this interview likely reflect on his championship experience, his evolving role with the Hawks, and the changing landscape of professional basketball as the NBA entered a new era of competition and growth.#EdMacauley #StLouisHawks #1958NBAChampions #BasketballHallOfFame #PlayerToCoach

In 1960, Jackie Robinson was four years removed from his playing career, having retired from the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1956. During this period, Robinson remained active in civil rights causes and business ventures. He also ventured into broadcasting, hosting a syndicated radio program called Jackie Robinson's Radio Shots produced by RCA.This particular segment features Robinson answering questions from listeners in a Mail Bag format. The program showcased Robinson's broad interests and allowed him to engage with fans on various topics, not limited to baseball. This format provided a unique opportunity for audiences to hear Robinson's thoughts on current events, sports, and social issues, drawing from his experiences as a groundbreaking athlete and civil rights figure. The Mail Bag episodes were part of a larger series that included interviews with diverse guests from sports, entertainment, and other fields.#JackieRobinson #BaseballLegend #RadioBroadcasting #CivilRightsIcon #Post-CareerInsights

- 1962 MLB Standings - Wednesday, October 3, 1962 - Attendance: 45,693 - Venue: Dodger Stadium - Game Duration: 3:00 - Day Game, on grass - - Radio Announcers - George Kell - Al Helfer - - Starting Lineups - 1962 San Francisco Giants - 1 - LF - Harvey Kuenn - 2 - 2B - Chuck Hiller - 3 - RF - Felipe Alou - 4 - CF - Willie Mays - 5 - 1B - Orlando Cepeda - 6 - C - Ed Bailey - 7 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 8 - SS - José Pagán - 9 - P - Juan Marichal - - 1962 Los Angeles Dodgers - 1 - SS - Maury Wills - 2 - 2B - Jim Gilliam - 3 - LF - Duke Snider - 4 - 3B - Tommy Davis - 5 - 1B - Wally Moon - 6 - RF - Frank Howard - 7 - C - John Roseboro - 8 - CF - Willie Davis - 9 - P - Johnny Podres

- 1962 MLB Standings - Tuesday, October 2, 1962 - Start Time: 1:06 p.m. Local - Attendance: 25,321 - Venue: Dodger Stadium - - Radio Announcers - Russ Hodges - Lon Simmons - Harry Caray - - Starting Lineups - 1962 San Francisco Giants - 1 - 2B - Chuck Hiller - 2 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 3 - CF - Willie Mays - 4 - LF - Willie McCovey - 5 - 1B - Orlando Cepeda - 6 - RF - Felipe Alou - 7 - C - Tom Haller - 8 - SS - José Pagán - 9 - P - Jack Sanford - - 1962 Los Angeles Dodgers - 1 - SS - Maury Wills - 2 - 2B - Jim Gilliam - 3 - LF - Duke Snider - 4 - 3B - Tommy Davis - 5 - 1B - Wally Moon - 6 - RF - Frank Howard - 7 - C - John Roseboro - 8 - CF - Willie Davis - 9 - P - Don Drysdale

- 1962 MLB Standings - Monday, October 1, 1962 - Attendance: 32,652 - Venue: Candlestick Park - Game Duration: 2:39 - - Radio Announcers - George Kell - Al Helfer - - Starting Lineups - 1962 Los Angeles Dodgers - 1 - SS - Maury Wills - 2 - 2B - Jim Gilliam - 3 - LF - Tommy Davis - 4 - RF - Frank Howard - 5 - 1B - Lee Walls - 6 - C - John Roseboro - 7 - 3B - Andy Carey - 8 - CF - Willie Davis - 9 - P - Sandy Koufax - - 1962 San Francisco Giants - 1 - LF - Harvey Kuenn - 2 - 2B - Chuck Hiller - 3 - RF - Felipe Alou - 4 - CF - Willie Mays - 5 - 1B - Orlando Cepeda - 6 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 7 - C - Ed Bailey - 8 - SS - José Pagán - 9 - P - Billy Pierce

- Bob Feller- Ernie CalverleyIn 1966, Bob Feller was a decade removed from his playing career, having retired from the Cleveland Indians in 1956. By this time, Feller had been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962 and was established as one of the game's legendary pitchers. His career spanned from 1936 to 1956, interrupted by his service in World War II.This radio clip features Feller discussing Ernie Calverley, a name more associated with basketball than baseball. Calverley was a standout basketball player at the University of Rhode Island in the 1940s, known for his long-distance shooting ability. He briefly played professional basketball in the Basketball Association of America (a precursor to the NBA) from 1946 to 1948. Feller's comments on Calverley in 1966 likely provide an interesting cross-sport perspective, potentially touching on the early days of professional basketball or the intersection of different sports in American culture during that era.

- Harry Wismer- Elston HowardIn 1958, Elston Howard was in his fourth season with the New York Yankees, solidifying his role as a key player on the team. This was a standout year for Howard, as he earned his second consecutive All-Star selection and helped the Yankees win the World Series. At 29 years old, Howard was hitting his stride, batting .314 with 11 home runs and 66 RBIs in 103 games that season.This radio interview captures Howard during a pivotal time in his career. Just three years earlier, in 1955, he had broken the color barrier for the Yankees, becoming the first African American player on the team. By 1958, Howard had established himself as a versatile player, primarily catching but also playing outfield and first base. His performance was crucial to the Yankees' success, as they clinched their fourth World Series title in five years, with Howard playing a significant role in the championship run.#ElstonHoward #NYYankees #1958WorldSeries #BaseballIntegration #AllStarCatcher

- 1971 NFL Standings - Sunday Oct 24, 1971 - Stadium: Tiger Stadium - - Radio Announcers - Van Patrick - Bob Reynolds - - Head Coaches - Jim Dooley - Joe Schmidt- - Top Players - 1971 Chicago Bears - QB - Bobby Douglass - WR - George Farmer - WR - Dick Gordon - MLB - Dick Butkus - LCB/RCB - Charlie Ford - LDT - George Seals -- 1971 Detroit Lions - QB - Greg Landry - FB - Steve Owens - FB - Altie Taylor - WR - Earl McCullouch - WR - Chuck Hughes - TE - Charlie Sanders - LCB - Lem Barney - RCB - Dick LeBeau - MLB - Mike Lucci

- Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI - - Announcers - Tom Hemingway - - Coaches - Duffy Daugherty - Bump Elliott - - Michigan State Spartans - Michigan Wolverines

- 1977 MLB Playoffs - Tuesday, October 18, 1977 - Game 6, 1977 World Series - Attendance: 56,407 - Venue: Yankee Stadium II - Night Game, on grass - - Radio Announcers - Bill White - Win Elliot - - Starting Lineups - 1977 Los Angeles Dodgers - 1 - 2B - Davey Lopes - 2 - SS - Bill Russell - 3 - RF - Reggie Smith - 4 - 3B - Ron Cey - 5 - 1B - Steve Garvey - 6 - LF - Dusty Baker - 7 - CF - Rick Monday - 8 - C - Steve Yeager - 9 - P - Burt Hooton - - 1977 New York Yankees - 1 - CF - Mickey Rivers - 2 - 2B - Willie Randolph - 3 - C - Thurman Munson - 4 - RF - Reggie Jackson - 5 - 1B - Chris Chambliss - 6 - 3B - Graig Nettles - 7 - LF - Lou Piniella - 8 - SS - Bucky Dent - 9 - P - Mike Torrez -

- Jackie Robinson- Harold SeymourIn 1960, Jackie Robinson had been retired from baseball for four years, having played his last game with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1956. During his post-playing career, Robinson remained active in civil rights causes and business ventures. This radio interview captures Robinson three years after his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, reflecting on his groundbreaking career and the state of baseball.Joining Robinson in this interview is Harold Seymour, a pioneering baseball historian. By 1960, Seymour had already published his influential work Baseball: The Early Years in 1960, which was the first of a three-volume series that would help establish baseball history as a serious academic field. This conversation likely touches on the historical context of Robinson's career and its impact on the game, as well as broader themes in baseball's development that Seymour was exploring in his research.#JackieRobinson #BaseballHistory #CivilRightsInSports #HaroldSeymour #Post-CareerInsights

- 1977 MLB Playoffs - ALCS Game 5 - Sunday, October 9, 1977 - Start Time: 7:15 p.m. Local - Attendance: 41,133 - Venue: Royals Stadium - - Radio Announcers - Phil Rizzuto - Frank Messer - - Starting Lineups - 1977 New York Yankees - 1 - CF - Mickey Rivers - 2 - 2B - Willie Randolph - 3 - C - Thurman Munson - 4 - LF - Lou Piniella - 5 - DH - Cliff Johnson - 6 - 3B - Graig Nettles - 7 - 1B - Chris Chambliss - 8 - RF - Paul Blair - 9 - SS - Bucky Dent - - P - Ron Guidry - - 1977 Kansas City Royals - 1 - SS - Freddie Patek - 2 - LF - Hal McRae - 3 - 3B - George Brett - 4 - RF - Al Cowens - 5 - CF - Amos Otis - 6 - 1B - John Wathan - 7 - DH - Cookie Rojas - 8 - C - Darrell Porter - 9 - 2B - Frank White - - P - Paul Splittorff

- Ryne Duren- Harry Wismer-In 1958, Ryne Duren was in the midst of a breakout season with the New York Yankees. This was Duren's first full year in the major leagues and he quickly established himself as one of the most intimidating relief pitchers in baseball. Known for his blazing fastball and thick glasses, Duren led the American League with 20 saves that season, posting a 2.02 ERA and striking out 87 batters in just 75 2/3 innings.This radio interview captures Duren during his most successful year in professional baseball. At 29 years old, he had overcome years of control issues in the minor leagues to become a key part of the Yankees' bullpen. Duren's unique pitching style, which included intentionally wild warm-up pitches and a reluctance to use the bullpen gate, had already made him a fan favorite. His performance in 1958 would earn him his first of three All-Star selections and help the Yankees win the World Series against the Milwaukee Braves.

- 1977 NFL Standings - Sunday Oct 23, 1977 - Start Time: 1:00pm - Stadium: Rich Stadium - - Radio Announcers - Gib Shanley - Jim Mueller - - Head Coaches - Forrest Gregg - Jim Ringo- - Top Players - 1977 Cleveland Browns - QB - Brian Sipe - RB - Greg Pruitt - FB - Cleo Miller - WR - Reggie Rucker - WR - Paul Warfield - FS - Thom Darden - LDE - Joe Jones - RDE - Mack Mitchell -- 1977 Buffalo Bills - QB - Joe Ferguson - RB - O.J. Simpson - WR - Bob Chandler - TE - Reuben Gant - FS - Tony Greene - LCB - Mario Clark - RG - Joe DeLamielleure -