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In this segment, Kent Tekulve talks about the crazy variety of alternate jerseys that the Pirates had in the 70s and 80s, who decided what they would wear, being one of the first relievers with walkout music, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'The Boone Podcast' (subscribe here): Kent Tekulve talks about the crazy variety of alternate jerseys that the Pirates had in the 70s and 80s, who decided what they would wear, being one of the first relievers with walkout music, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Bret sits down with Pittsburgh Pirates Hall Of Famer Kent Tekulve. The two talk about Kent's illustrious career with the Pirates, Phillies, and Reds, behind-the-scenes stories from the Pirates 1979 World Series championship, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textWhat truly shapes a sports career? Unravel the unexpected journey of former National League pitcher Kent Tekulve, who ventured from the mound to the broadcast booth after hanging up his cleats at 42. Without ever aspiring to be a broadcaster, Kent found himself embracing opportunities that came his way, including a role in public relations with the Pirates. Join us as Kent shares how a chance opening, due to Jim Fregosi's appointment as the Phillies' manager, turned into an unexpected and fulfilling new career. His story captures the serendipitous and sometimes humorous turns life can take after professional sports.Kent also reflects on the pivotal trade that sent him from the Pittsburgh Pirates to the Philadelphia Phillies in 1985. Amidst apprehension and uncertainty, Kent was welcomed with a standing ovation, defying his expectations and showcasing the warm side of Philadelphia fans. This episode uncovers behind-the-scenes strategic maneuvers, the camaraderie among teammates, and the influential figures who shaped these crucial transitions. Kent's tale offers a personal glimpse into the often unpredictable and complex nature of baseball trades and the surprising connections that form along the way.Dive into the scandalous era of 1980s baseball as Kent sheds light on the leadership turmoil within the Pittsburgh Pirates and the infamous drug trials that shook the league. From his firsthand experiences, Kent provides candid insights into the chaos and the lessons learned from those tumultuous times. As his career transitioned from player to broadcaster, Kent found joy in offering second chances to young players in independent baseball and recounts the emotional journey of returning to the sport post-heart transplant. This episode is a tribute to resilience, mentorship, and the enduring love for baseball that defines Kent's remarkable journey.THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!!!www.holdmycutter.com

Send us a textStep into the world of baseball lore with our special guest, the legendary Kent Tekulve, renowned for his iconic sidearm pitching and unmatched durability on the mound. Discover the untold stories of his career as he led the National League in appearances and held the record for the most games pitched in relief. With humor and a touch of nostalgia, we imagine how Kent's career might have unfolded in today's game with new roles like the "opener." This episode promises a rich tapestry of insights into his exceptional journey and the evolution of pitching mechanics over the decades.Join us for a fascinating exploration of the intricate dynamics between starting and relief pitching. We'll share candid experiences from the minor leagues, shedding light on the unique mindset and adaptability required for relievers. Hear about the memorable performances of Goose Gossage and his impact on the 1977 season, and relive the thrilling moments of a dramatic doubleheader victory in 1978. With strategic insights and personal reflections, this episode captures the unpredictability and excitement that make baseball history so compelling.As we recount Kent's transition from a minor league starter to a major league closer, we also delve into the strategic lineup changes that defined a pivotal season for the Pirates. Discover how key acquisitions like Tim Foley and Bill Madlock strengthened the team's competitiveness, and relive the excitement of the 1979 World Series. With anecdotes of favorite managers, teammates, and unforgettable games, this nostalgic journey through baseball's rich past offers a celebration of the sport's enduring appeal and strategic depth.THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!!!www.holdmycutter.com

On June 24, 1946, a bus carrying the Spokane Indians high in the Cascade Mountains in Washington, crashed to the bottom of a ravine, killing nine of its players. In this episode of the podcast, host Dana Auguster talks with Eric Vickrey about his book "Season of Shattered Dreams: Postwar Baseball, the Spokane Indians and A Tragic Bus Crash That Changed Everything." He discusses what inspired him to write this book, the events leading up to the tragic events of that day nearly one year after the end of World War II and the days and months after the accident and how the city of Spokane Washington dealt with the tragedy. Later in the show, Dana will send a shout out to the 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates who is marking its 45th anniversary of winning the World Series. The Pirates were led by Hall of Fame first baseman Willie Stargell outfielder Dave Parker, known as "The Cobra" and reliever Kent Tekulve. That season the Bucs were not only powered by those key contributors but by a disco classic that made the Pirates into a pop culture phenomenon. To contact the show, please e-mail the show at Historically.Speaking.Sports@gmail.com and you could follow us on Twitter at HistoricallySP2.

Pirates Hall of Fame pitcher Kent Tekulve joins me to discuss the 1979 World Series team after the group was honored by the organization for the 45th anniversary of the last MLB championship won in Pittsburgh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Special Edition of the Shaping Opinion Podcast called “1979: City of Champions.” In this extended episode (90 minutes), we take you to when Pittsburgh became the “City of Champions,” and how its impact went well beyond the field, or just baseball or football fans. In the end, it's about what sports can do to bolster an entire people who are going through hard times. Guests include: Kent Tekulve, Joe Gordon, Lanny Frattare, Michael MacCambridge, John Steigerwald and Walter Iooss, Jr. This is the story of Pittsburgh, City of Champions, like you've never heard it before. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Full_Episode_-_City_of_Champions_auphonic.mp3 In this episode, we start with a group of Pittsburgh steelworkers who are standing around waiting for the arrival of two Pittsburgh sports icons. They stand in the cold and drafty Jones and Laughlin steel mill along the banks of the Monongahela River. The smoke stack above their building belches out thick black smoke. The stack next to it literally belches out fire. The air around the mill is thick with the smell of burning sulfur. If you're one of the kids at the playground on the bluff above that mill in South Oakland, you're at eye level with the top of those stacks and you can see that fire. You can see that smoke pouring out, and the air smells like rotten eggs.  You can't avoid it. Down below, the guests of honor have arrived. They are both co-honorees - named Sports Illustrated's Sportsmen of the Year. Willie Stargell of the World Series Champion Pittsburgh Pirates and Terry Bradshaw, of the three-time Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers. About 15 steelworkers, clad in their green and gray mill uniforms, where hard hats and safety glasses, and they crowd around Stargell and Bradshaw, who are in their own work uniforms. Instantly, these tough and grizzled veterans of the mill become boyish football fans when the two baseball and football stars come in. Not much is getting done around the mill right now. With them is another legend. The photographer. But not just any photographer. He's a GOAT in his own right. Walter Iooss, Jr. is Sports Illustrated's best ever. Ever see that photo of Joe Namath predicting a Jets Super Bowl win at pool side? That was Walter. What about the shot of Joe Montana throwing to Dwight Clark in the 1981 NFC Championship game, the one they called, “The Catch?” That was Walter, too. From Tiger Woods to Michael Jordan, to the iconic Swimsuit editions. If you can conjure up an iconic sports or swimsuit image in your mind, there's a good chance Walter captured it for you. And here he is, lighting the floor of a steel mill to take a shot that would soon become iconic in its own right. Willie Stargell in his World Series champion uniform. Gold shirt with black pants. Next to him, Terry Bradshaw in his Super Bowl champion uniform, that classic black shirt with boxed numbers and gold pants. Surrounding them are those steelworkers. Walter told me there really wasn't much to setting up the shot, but what it stood for, well, that was something else. Welcome to 1979 and Pittsburgh, The City of Champions. In this episode we take you through, chronologically, the year Pittsburgh became the City of Champions, along with stories, insights, and what it all came to mean. Guests Lanny Frattare Joe Gordon Walter Iooss, Jr. John Steigerwald Kent Tekulve Michael MacCambridge Photo Credit: Sports Illustrated and Walter Iooss, Jr. Links Two Champs from the “City of Champions,” Sports Illustrated 1979 Pittsburgh Steelers, NFL.com 1979 World Series, MLB.com Kent Tekulve, MLB.com Steelers PR Maven Honored by Pro Football Hall of Fame, Jewish Chronicle Rise of the Steelers, American Football Database Lanny Frattare, Waynesburg University The John Steigerwald Show, AM1250 “The Answer” Walter Iooss, Jr., His Website Michael MacCambridge, His Author Website

If you like baseball you'll love this interview. I you like Pittsburgh sports, you'll love this interview. Former Pittsburgh Pirate closer and World Series Champion Kent Tekulve joins Tim in this special extended episode. Kent talks baseball, Pittsburgh, how to teach kids about sports, and somewhat about life. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Kent_Tekulve_-_The_Closer_auphonic.mp3 This is an extended conversation where I promise you that after you listen to this, you'll feel like you made a new best friend. With that in mind, we're going to get right to our interview. But before we do, I think I owe it to you to give you some of the basics. Kent Tekulve is a former Major League Baseball pitcher. He was a tall, skinny reliever and a closer in his career, which included stops in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Cincinnati. You can learn a ton if all you do is search for his name online, and you'll get all his stats. But I have to say, there is one stat they got wrong. Kent is listed at 6'4” on all of the breakdowns. That is simply not true. Kent Tekulve pitched in more than 1,000 major league games during the 1970s and 80s. He recorded an unbelievable 184 saves. He was a closer, and if you know anything about baseball, closers are the coolest dudes on the roster. They come in when the pressure's on and they close out the game. He's most known as a Pittsburgh Pirate, but not just any Pirate. Kent was the pitcher on the mound to get the last out of the seventh game in the 9th inning of the 1979 World Series. This was the last time the Pirates made it to the World Series, and the last time they won a World Series. Kent was on the mound in Baltimore for that feat. He came up in the minors with the Pirates and played in his first major league game in 1974. If You Liked This Episode You'll Also Like Going Head to Head with the NFL - Guest: Ralph Cindrich Larry Czonka: A Football Story - Guest: Larry Czonka Links Kent Tekulve - Baseball Reference Kent Tekulve - Major League Baseball Kent Tekulve: The Bespectacled Submariner of the '79 World Series Remains a Man of the People in Pittsburgh - Sports Illustrated About this Episode's Guest Kent Tekulve Kent Tekulve is best known as "Teke." He's  was a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball for 16 years, playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Philadelphia Phillies and Cincinnati Reds. He was best known as a side-arm pitcher who threw the final pitch to help the Pittsburgh Pirates win the 1979 World Series. Tekulve graduated from Marietta College in Ohio, and then signed as a free agent with the Pittsburgh Pirates. He played for them until 1985.  His most memorable seasons were 1978 and 1979 when he saved 31 games and posted ERAs of 2.33 ('78) and 2.75 ('79). In 1979, he was key to the Pirates World Series season and in Game 7 of the World Series that year in Baltimore. In 1985, the Pirates traded him to the Phillies. In 1989, he signed with the Cincinnati Reds, retiring from baseball at mid-season. Tekulve led the National League in games pitched four times, appearing in 90 or more games three times. He is one of two pitchers (also Mike Marshall) in baseball history to appear in 90 or more games more than once. They did it three times each. Tekulve had three saves in the 1979 World Series, which tied the single-Series mark set by Pittsburgh Pirate Elroy Face in the 1960 World Series. That record would stand until 1996. Tekulve holds the National League record for career innings pitched in relief (1,436+2⁄3). For a time, he held the major league record for career relief appearances - 1,050 career games, all in relief. Tekulve holds career records for most appearances and innings pitched without making a single start. He still resides in the Pittsburgh area.

Kent Tekulve joins me for Sunday's podcast to reflect on his Pirates Hall of Fame induction and his legacy as part of the 1979 World Series Championship team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tuesday October 16th, 1979 @ Memorial Stadium in Baltimore, MD The Pirates were able to rally around their heartbroken manager and stave off elimination in game five behind huge performances from Tim Foli, Bill Madlock, Bert Blyleven, and unexpectedly Jim Rooker. The series now heads back to Baltimore, with the odds still against Chuck Tanner's Terrors. To try and close out this series for the Orioles, manager Earl Weaver turns to one of his most dependable starters, Jim Palmer (10 - 6 3.30 ERA 155 IP). The tall, handsome right-hander, whom many would argue is one of, if not the best pitchers of his generation, was solid in game two, but the O's took the loss in the ninth despite his efforts. Taking the hill on short rest for the Pirates will be John Candelaria (14 - 9 3.22 ERA 207 IP). The tall and … tall lefty has battled injuries all year, and he was pummeled by the Orioles bats following the rain delay in game three. Despite those struggles, the Pirates know their lefty has the talent to deliver a gem any time he toes the rubber. Given the desperate circumstances, expect Chuck Tanner to turn to his ace reliever, Kent Tekulve (10 - 8 2.75 ERA 31 SV 134 ?IP). The lanky sidewinder is looking for redemption after a nightmare of an outing in game four. Can the Buccos keep their season alive for another day, or will the Birds seal the deal at home. Tune in for a great game six! Audio clips from joeydbball Youtube. ABC broadcast w/ Keith Jackson, Howard Cowell, and Don Drysdale. As always, shout out to Baseball Reference and SABR for statistics, boxscores, background information, and much, much more. Catch you next time, P.C.O.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Steelers talk is becoming repetitive and boring. We need actual games to start to break up the monotony. The Bucco Roundup and speaking of Buccos, we have great Bucco talk with a true Pirate legend, as Kent Tekulve joins the show to talk about being inducted into the Pirates hall of fame and his memories of the 1979 World Series Top 3 at 345

Few, if any, non-players have had a bigger impact on the game of baseball than Marvin Miller, the legendary head of the MLB Players Association, who was elected to his position at the head of the union 57 years ago this week. With the help of Fangraphs senior writer Jay Jaffe (@Jay_Jaffe), Mike and Bill look back at his life and accomplishments, as well as players' unsuccessful efforts to organize before Miller taught them how. Then MLB.com's Michael Clair (@michaelsclair) stops by to help wish Kent Tekulve and Joe Carter happy birthdays.

Welcome to From Complex to Queens, the Amazin' Avenue podcast focusing on the Mets' minor league system. In honor of Kent Tekulve's birthday, the guys rank Mets relievers with funky pitching mechanics in Promote, Extent, Trade. Following that, they go over how the Mets' top prospects are doing in spring training. After, they answer some email questions that have accumulated over the winter. As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through Apple Podcasts, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or listen wherever you get podcasts. Got any questions? Comments? Concerns? You can email the show at fromcomplextoqueens at gmail dot com, and follow us on Twitter: Steve is (@stevesypa), Lukas is (@lvlahos343), Ken is (@kenlavin91), and Thomas is (@sadmetsszn). Until next week, #lovethemets #lovethemets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does Brock Purdy have the Joe Burrow je ne sais quoi? Mike Schur takes too long to get to his Stat of the Day and hates talking about yips. He also opens more baseball cards and touches on bad Sutgotz predictions, what Cowboys coaches have to look like, and Kent Tekulve. Then, Dan doubles down on Josh Allen's stupid face, Jess is getting into the Australian Open through Netflix, and Mike Ryan blesses us with his Point Break Minute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In this episode, Cory Giger welcomes former Pirates relief pitcher, Kent Tekulve to the show. Teke and Cory reminisce about the 1979 World Series team and what it was like for him to be finish things off on the mound. He also talks about life after baseball and his family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A lanky, awkward-looking submarine-thrower from Ohio ends up as the star reliever for a famous Pittsburgh Family. Trust us, you're gonna lose control when the Rubberband Man starts to jam. Card on Beckett "Rubberband Man" on YouTube and Spotify The Look of Teke 1979 World Series, Bottom 8 and Bottom 9 and Locker Room Celebration Stargell Stars Kent Tekulve and Lynn Swann on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

There is probably no popular song more widely associated with one team in baseball history than “We Are Family” and the 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates. This marks the 40th anniversary of the last World Series championship celebrated in Pittsburgh. On this episode of “30 With Murti," WFAN's Sweeny Murti talks to the rubber-armed closer of that Pirates team, Kent Tekulve. He tells us about the leadership of Willie Stargell, the man known as “Pops,” and how he brought the team together. Tekulve also tells us how and why a team of such diverse people found a theme of “Family,” identified itself with the working class population of the 1970s steel city of Pittsburgh  and took it all the way to a World Series championship when they beat the Orioles in a seven-game series for the second time in the decade. Also listen for the moving story of how the Pirates rallied from a 3-1 series deficit behind their manager, Chuck Tanner, who led his team hours after the passing of his mother. “We Are Family” and the Pittsburgh Pirates are tied together forever.  This is their story.

The Pirates are struggling but we sure aren't! Noah and Alex open things up by talking about the team, Josh Bell and Gregory Polanco. Next up, they debate the route the organization should go on a handful of individuals. Finally, the guys wrap things up with everyone's favorite part of the show, segments! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/river-blast-radio/support

Kenton Charles "Teke" Tekulve, a right-handed relief pitcher, played 16 seasons in the Majors, primarily for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He also played for the Philadelphia Phillies and Cincinnati Reds. Pitching with an unusual submarine delivery, Tekulve was known as a workhorse relief pitcher who holds several records for number of games pitched and innings pitched.

Few, if any, non-players have had a bigger impact on the game of baseball than Marvin Miller, the legendary head of the MLB Players Association, who was elected to his position at the head of the union 53 years ago this week. With the help of Fangraphs senior writer Jay Jaffe (@Jay_Jaffe), Mike and Bill look back at his life and accomplishments, as well as players' unsuccessful efforts to organize before Miller taught them how. Then Cut4's Michael Clair (@michaelsclair) stops by to help wish Kent Tekulve and Joe Carter happy birthdays.

In our first hour0:00 - We preview the show18:14 - We discuss the Pirates (or lack thereof) moves at the trade deadline.25:35 - We talk to Kent Tekulve about the Pirates and the trade deadline.40:02 - We preview the next hour.

In our first hour0:00 - We preview the show. 17:59 - We talk about what the Pirates need to do at the deadline.24:58 - We talk to Teke about the Pirates.37:08 - We close out the hour with a funny story.

In our first hour0:00 - We preview the show.19:55 - We discuss Marte's return tonight.25:23 - We discuss the Pirates with Kent Tekulve.38:05 - We do today's trivia question.

In our first hour0:00 - We preview the show.17:40 - We talk about the Home Run Derby.23:35 - We talk to Teke about the All Star Game & the Pirates second half.39:37 - We talk about the selling of the Miami Marlins & a crazy buyer that has popped up.

In our first hour0:00 - We preview the show.17:02 - We discuss what the Pirates could do with Cutch.25:08 - We talk to Teke about the Pirates.39:56 - We talk about the Pirates pitching.

Tim Benz fills in for Stan on today's show. In our first hour0:00 - We preview the show.13:52 - We discuss the Reaves trade with callers.25:46 - We talk with Kent Tekulve about the Pirate bullpen woes.39:58 - We take a look at the Derek Carr contract.

In our second hour0:00 - We talk about Fleury.18:17 - We discuss The U.S. Open.26:39 - We talk to Teke about the Pirates.38:49 - We go over dates & birthdays.

In our second hour0:00 - We discuss the Pens with Josh Yohe.20:41 - We talk about the parade. 24:37 - We discuss Pirates with Teke.38:03 - We go over dates and birthdays.

In our second hour0:00 - We talk Pens with Jay Caufield.18:15 - We discuss the Pens woes.24:46 - We talk to Teke about the Pirates.38:38 - We go over dates & birthdays.

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4.10.17 Savran on Sports Hr 100:00 - Open00:16 - Pens fall to NYR, ready for CBJ00:35 - Teke

Host Matt Sammon discusses the impressive '87 Fleer set, and the impressive but largely forgotten career of Kent Tekulve (#190) Follow us on Twitter @WaxAndGumStains

Today’s episode is brought to you by our sponsors! - Out of the Park Baseball is Ian and Steve's favorite baseball game and it should be yours, too! OOTP '17 arrive on March 22 and is available NOW on OOTPDevelopments.com! Use the promo code PHILLIES17 to get 10% off OOTP Baseball '17! – 100 Greatest Phillies of All Time by Ian Riccaboni - now available on Amazon!! All purchases and reviews help more Phillies fans find the 100 Greatest Phillies of All Time! Thanks for helping make this book #1 in both the paid and free sections of "BASEBALL" on Amazon! This week, Steve Corino and Ian Riccaboni jump head first into the first fifteen games of the season after travels took both across the country and the world! First, Steve and Ian talk about the promise of the starting rotation, including Vincent Velasquez's masterful 16 K, 3 H, 0 BB performance last Thursday and how Ian kept up with the game while on line in Disneyland! They talk about the judicious use of the curveball, which through Tuesday, was on pace to break the modern record set by the 2012 Pirates. The common thread? Charlie Morton, the all-time leader in PitchFX stat Spin Rate measuring the rotations per minute on curveball. Next, the bullpen is discussed. David Hernandez is on pace (93) to break Kent Tekulve's 1987 single-season Phillies record for appearances in a season (90) but will he even last through April? Hector Neris has been discussed as a positive surprise and the shuffling of closers through Dailier Hinojosa to Jeanmar Gomez is discussed. Can Gomez be a long term option? Will he mature into a trade chip? From the good to the bad to the ugly: the Phillies MLB-worst offense is discussed. Steve plays guess the batting average and Steve and Ian discuss if there is any help in sight in the form of Cameron Perkins. The acquisition of outfielder Alfredo Marte is touched on before moving to the hot-hitting Andrew Knapp. With Phillies fans giving Ryan Howard and Carlos Ruiz "the legend pop", do you want to see Knapp put pressure on either with his hot hitting? Steve and Ian play the weekly game of "How long will Freddy Galvis last as the Phillies starting shortstop?" before moving into a hypothetical: with how bad the Braves are, the known unpredictability of the Marlins, and poor Mets hitting, does it pain you at all to think that this Phillies team could have started the rebuild earlier and potentially ran up wins on bad teams? Finally, we ask listeners to give Ian a wrestling nickname after his Wikipedia page was vandalized and was given the nicknames "The Riccabonesaw" and the "The Riccapocolypse". Best name gets a prize as Ian catches up with previous prizes awarded for past winners! Thanks for listening!