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Near the visitors' dugout at Coors Field in September 2024, Cardinals veteran Matt Carpenter found a relatively quiet spot to discuss his career, his future plans, and the dramatic shifts he's seen in the game since his arrival in 2011 with the Best Podcast in Baseball. Carpenter announced his retirement this past week after 14 seasons in the majors, and included a six-year run as one of the top leadoff hitters in the game to go with three All-Star appearances and a Silver Slugger Award at second base. This is a BPIB replay of the full episode that first dropped on Sept. 28, 2024. From the original launch of this episode: Toward the end of his first professional season, not too long after he told a roommate Oliver Marmol about his personal and accelerated timetable to reach the majors, Matt Carpenter got a phone call that could have forever changed his career in baseball. He was approached about being a coach, and he was tempted to take it. The next summer his playing career took off. There are baseball cards galore and probably a Cardinals Hall of Fame red jacket in his future that tell how that story ended, but Carpenter shares with the Best Podcast in Baseball how close he came to moving to a role in the game that he might eventually also have. A three-time All-Star who returned to the Cardinals for the 2024 season, Carpenter joins the Best Podcast in Baseball and baseball writer Derrick Goold for a conversation many months in the making. The two spoke this past week near the batting cage at Coors Field, just ahead of the Cardinals' season finale in San Francisco. From his early days with the Cardinals as a spring-training standout and favorite of manager Tony La Russa, Carpenter's career had to constantly evolve. He became a second baseman. He became a leadoff hitter. He broke a doubles record long held by Stan Musial, and then his changed his swing and late in one season led the National League in homers and slugging on his way to MVP considerations. And through it all, a coach's kid out of Texas who judged his production by how high above .300 his average was had to learn in real time as the game shifted to take that away from him, quite literally. He had to embrace slugging. He had to reinvent his swing. He had to reclaim his career. And over the course of this season, Goold asked Carpenter if he would talke about all he learned about Major League Baseball's modern offense and how difficult it has become to be a hitter in a game when failure, already abundant, is increasing. Consider the math. As batting average has grown less important, hitters are being told they can do more with a .270 average and slugging than singling their way to a .330 average, and still that difference is six outs, six fewer times succeeding. Carpenter has some thoughts and offers lots of insight. This brand-new BPIB begins as all good stories do on a road trip with Matt Holliday and Carpenter and the trouble they encountered somewhere between Stillwater, Oklahoma, and Memphis, Tennessee. The conversation also touches on what went sideways for the Cardinals' offense during a season that will finish with a winning record but nowhere close to the team's stated goal of contending for the NL Central title and returning to the playoffs. Carpenter also discusses his immediate and longterm future, which brings up the story about the phone call he received while playing Class A baseball for the Cardinals with an offer he wasn't sure he could refuse. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold.
This episode is a treasure trove for baseball enthusiasts! With the dynamic duo of Bob Tiemann and Ron Jacober in the studio, we explore the legendary legacy of the St. Louis Cardinals and their impressive 12 World Series titles. Bob, an award-winning historian, takes us through the timeline of each championship, revealing intriguing stories and stats that even the most devoted fans might not know. Ron, a hall of fame broadcaster, spices things up with his firsthand experiences from the broadcast booth, reminiscing about the unforgettable games and players that left a mark on the franchise. We dissect the evolution of the team, touching on the fierce rivalries that have shaped the landscape of baseball, and even dive into the behind-the-scenes antics that made the game so much fun to watch. From the fierce competition of the 1982 series to the early days of the franchise, every story is laced with delightful humor and camaraderie. If you're looking for a podcast that not only informs but also entertains, this episode hits it out of the park! Tune in for a fun and insightful look at one of baseball's most storied franchises, and who knows, you might just find yourself learning something new about the game we all love.[00:00] Introduction to St. Louis Cardinals' Legacy[00:39] Baseball Talk: Upcoming Games and Players[01:24] The Million Dollar Rookie Card Story[02:48] Meet the Guests: Ron Jacober and Robert Tiemann[03:03] Sponsorship and Listener Engagement[04:07] Historical Highlights: St. Louis Cardinals' Championships[10:23] Memorable World Series Moments[17:31] Iconic Cardinals Players and Their Legacy[25:45] Underrated Cardinals and Book Promotion[26:20] Julian Javier: The Phantom Second Baseman[27:15] Keith Hernandez: The Underrated First Baseman[29:25] George Kissel's Impact on the Cardinals[30:28] The Shift to Statistical Analysis in Baseball[34:26] The Evolution of Pitching Philosophy[39:28] Humorous Banter and Closing RemarksTakeaways: The St. Louis Cardinals are the proud owners of 12 World Series rings, showcasing their rich history in baseball. Bob Tiemann and Ron Jacober share insightful stories about the Cardinals' championship victories that fans will love. The podcast dives into memorable moments like David Freese's legendary home run, which defined the 2011 World Series. Listeners will appreciate the mix of nostalgia and expert analysis as the hosts reminisce about key figures in Cardinals history. Tiemann reveals how the Cardinals' legacy is not just about wins, but also about the heart and hustle of players like Stan Musial. The episode highlights the evolution of baseball strategy, emphasizing the shift from traditional pitching to analytics-based decisions. 12 Rings: Stories of the St. Louis Cardinals World Championships, second edition, expanded and updated – Reedy PressRobert L. Tiemann – Reedy PressRon Jacober – Reedy PressThis is Season 8! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com#stlouiscardinals #stlouiscardinalsbaseball #reedypress #stlouisbrowns #baseballhistory #baseballhistorian #baseballplayers #worldseries
This week, the Team discusses the Cubs' surprising roster moves, including Matt Shaw's demotion to Triple-A and the implications for prospects like Gage Workman. They debate Shaw's unorthodox batting stance, drawing comparisons to legends like Stan Musial and Barry Bonds, while unpacking the team's strategy against a tough upcoming pitching schedule.On the Cardinals' side, the conversation turns to fan frustration, low attendance at Busch Stadium, and the front office's inaction during the 2024-25 offseason. The hosts break down a provocative Redbird Rants article by Josh Jacobs, listing 11 fear-driven decisions under John Mozeliak's leadership, from passing on Max Scherzer to the controversial handling of Wilson Contreras. They also touch on the Cardinals' 8-8 start, highlighting bright spots like beating top pitchers, while lamenting their knack for losing to no-name hurlers.Beyond baseball, Ron delivers his Soccer Minute, recapping St. Louis City SC's recent struggles and their hunt for Bundesliga talent. The episode wraps with a nod to guest Braden's upcoming softball broadcast and a playful debate about whether Ian Happ is destined for the Cubs Hall of Fame. Tune in for laughs, insights, and the latest from two of baseball's fiercest rivals!Check out the livestream on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, or X.Follow us on X and Instagram. Like us on Facebook.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Post-Dispatch podcasts page: https://go.stltoday.com/0hfn43 Please consider subscribing: https://go.stltoday.com/9aigz5 There is a decades-old comic book from Japan that freelance journalist and baseball writer Brad Lefton carries with him and has promised to share when next at the Busch Stadium press box. It features a heroic baseball player, Kyojin no Hoshi, and, in one issue, Red Schoendienst and the Cardinals appear. A fictional character in the comic wears the Birds on the Bat as he becomes a rival to the comic's protagonist. So it was for the Cardinals for years -- two Cardinals teams, one led by Stan Musial and another by Bob Gibson, visited Japan on tours. The Cardinals were one of the first teams in Major League Baseball to sign a position from Japan when So Taguchi arrived in the early 2000s. He would go on to start in the World Series, win in a World Series championship, and be a key part of a pennant winner for the Cardinals. When he met Schoendienst he marveled that he was the same person he knew from the Kyojin no Hoshi comic. But Taguchi was also the last Japan-born player the Cardinals signed. They have been unsuccessful or absent in the pursuit of players from Japan since. To discuss why and how the Cardinals can become relevant for fans and players in Japan, the Best Podcast in Baseball welcomes a longtime baseball writer who grew up in St. Louis and now covers baseball for and in Japan. Lefton, a St. Louis-based freelance journalist, writes about baseball for a variety of outlets, including NHK and Number in Japan. He writes in Japanese and English about the game, and his work has also appeared in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and the Cardinals' magazine. In the coming weeks, he'll visit Cooperstown, New York, where he's working as a consultant withe National Baseball Hall of Fame on an exhibition about baseball and Japan, and that exhibit will certainly include the Cardinals' tours and other ties to baseball in Japan. Lefton recently completed reporting on an article about former Cardinals pitcher Drew VerHagen's return to pitch in Japan, and in the coming months, Lefton will write a lot about the oncoming Hall of Fame induction of Ichiro Suzuki. Lefton joins St. Louis Post-Dispatch baseball writer Derrick Goold to discuss Ichiro's arrival the majors, his "laser beam" throw, his fondness for the game, and his influence in the huge presence Japan has in the modern game, and not just on the Dodgers' roster. The two baseball writers also discuss how the Cardinals attempted to increase their presence in Japan and whether geography has become to high a hurdle for them to clear. Lefton also describes how growing up in St. Louis, where he also was an intern at KMOX/1120 AM, informs his baseball writing and his interest in Japan and its love of the game. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold. In its 13th year, BPIB drops weekly and is eager to hear from listeners about what it does well and what it can do better.
Marc & Kim break down the latest St. Louis Blues trade rumors—could Binnington really be on the move? Plus, the Taste of St. Louis eyes a move to Clayton. Fox News Radio's Jeff Monosso joins to discuss Trump's executive orders cutting wasteful spending and why even left-leaning polls support his funding freeze. Charles Payne weighs in on a controversial $5M immigration "gold card," DEI's corporate impact, and the surprising rise in homebuyer age. Sue Thomas reminisces about her 2001 Strassenfest report and previews her interview with Stan Musial's grandson. Plus, details on the Brian Kilmeade VIP experience!
An embarrassing moment for Johnny Evers as he makes the reacquaintance of a pitcher he dismissed, and a certain town in Pennsylvania suffers a man-made disaster—but which Hall of Famers family lived there? And some questions about the show's next direction.Trigger Warning: This episode contains one solitary cussword at the end of the episode. Save your dog from having his vocabulary corrupted.The Infinite Inning is not only about baseball but a state of mind. Steven Goldman discusses the game's present, past, and future with forays outside the foul lines to the culture at large. Expect stats, anecdotes, digressions, explorations of writing and fandom, and more Casey Stengel quotations than you thought possible. Along the way, they'll try to solve the puzzle that is the Infinite Inning: How do you find the joy in life when you can't get anybody out?
The 13th year of the Best Podcast in Baseball begins with a conversation about something new for the Cardinals and their fan base, something that hasn't been discussed around Busch Stadium in decades, and something some might argue was overdue. "For the first time in forever, (they're) trying to sell hope," says Post-Dispatch sports columnist Jeff Gordon. The first BPIB episode of 2025 welcomes Gordon, longtime author of Tipsheet at StlToday.com, as a regular contributor to the weekly baseball podcast and puts him right to work on cross-examination. Continuing what's become an annual feature on the podcast, host and baseball writer Derrick Goold reveals his ballot for the upcoming class of the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Ichiro Suzuki is eligible for the first time and brings more than 3,000 hits in the majors and 4,200 hits as a professional to his bid to become the first unanimously selected position player. Ichiro, five holdovers from last year's ballot, and four newcomers, all pitchers, appear on Goold's 10-full ballot. Gordon and Goold discuss the layup decisions and the other choices that forced a look at how the modern game uses starting pitchers and, thus, how voters should consider that when looking at this generation of starters for the Hall of Fame. After the Cooperstown conversation, the two Post-Dispatch staff writers discuss new year's resolution for the 2025 Cardinals, and that brings the discussion around to the team's messaging. How do they sell a fan base and tickets to that fan base without the stars that fan base is used to seeing, without the contending club the fan base is accustomed to the team promising? Gordon has some thoughts on who should deliver that message and soon. That brings the podcast around to its conclusion -- and a potential historic end for a Cardinals' continuity. For more than 100 years, the Cardinals have had an eventual Hall of Famer in uniform. From Roger Bresnahan to Stan Musial, Dizzy Dean to Bob Gibson, Lou Brock to Ozzie Gibson, and certainly through 2011 when Albert Pujols went west until returning in 2022. Carlos Beltran is currently on the ballot and is a candidate to extend that streak through 2012 and 2013, and Yadier Molina has a claim to take it all the way through 2022, when then Adam Wainwright, Paul Goldschmidt, and Nolan Arenado are potential Cooperstown inductees to keep it going. Wainwright is now retired. Goldschmidt is now a Yankee. And the Cardinals actively exploring trade talks for Arenado. If all three are gone, is that streak? The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold. Find it weekly wherever you get your podcasts.
“The Kilcoyne Conversation” with Bob Costas. Full interview with the 29 time Emmy Award winner on Stan Musial, Billy Crystal, dealing with critics, state of sportsmanship, and his start in St. Louis.
“The Kilcoyne Conversation” with Bob Costas. Full interview with the 29 time Emmy Award winner on Stan Musial, Billy Crystal, dealing with critics, state of sportsmanship, and his start in St. Louis.
This week on Sports Chat, Tom Ackerman dives into the world of sports and honors. Bob Costas receives the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Musial Awards in St. Louis, a recognition closely tied to his deep admiration for Stan Musial and his remarkable career. We'll discuss Costas' strong St. Louis roots and his significant charitable contributions to the city. Thanksgiving and football go hand in hand, with the Lions, Cowboys, and a primetime game forming a beloved tradition. College football also takes center stage over the weekend, with playoff chaos brewing after shocking losses from top teams like Alabama and Texas A&M. Teams like SMU and Boise State are rising in the rankings—Tom analyzes how the playoff picture could shift. Billikens basketball faced a tough loss against Wichita State. Tom will chat with head coach Josh Schertz about the game and the return of Robbie Avila.
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 21st Publish Date: November 21st Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Thursday, November 21st and Happy Birthday to Stan Musial ***11.21.24 - BIRTHDAY – STAN MUSIAL*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Rose Diggs Named 2024 Smyrna Citizen of the Year Judge Murphy Appoints 3 to Cobb Magistrate Bench Allatoona High Threatened Two Days in a Row, District Says Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on donating food. All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe! BREAK: CU of GA (06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL) STORY 1: Rose Diggs Named 2024 Smyrna Citizen of the Year Rose Diggs, CEO of Down 7 Up 8 Incorporated, has been named Smyrna Citizen of the Year by the Smyrna Area Council of the Cobb Chamber of Commerce. Over 13 years, Diggs has significantly impacted foster care, fostering over 300 children and providing free virtual tutoring to over 700 in Georgia. Her nonprofit supports fostered, adopted, and underprivileged children with school supplies, Christmas gifts, and parent training. Her advocacy has influenced policy changes at state and national levels. Diggs has held key roles in foster care organizations and received multiple awards for her contributions, including the Hero Award from AmeriGroup. STORY 2: Judge Murphy Appoints 3 to Cobb Magistrate Bench Chief Magistrate Judge Brendan Murphy has appointed Norman Barnett and Mellori Lumpkin-Dawson, and re-appointed Judge Jennifer Inmon as full-time Magistrate judges. Selected through a competitive process, they bring strong legal expertise and dedication to service. The Magistrate Court, operating 24/7, handles a heavy caseload, focusing on access to justice. Barnett, an assistant U.S. attorney, and Lumpkin-Dawson, a skilled litigator, both express commitment to serving Cobb County. Inmon, with 25 years on the bench, continues her role, praised for her leadership and experience. All appointees are active in their communities and legal professions. STORY 3: Allatoona High Threatened Two Days in a Row, District Says Allatoona High School faced violent threats on consecutive days, prompting a code red alarm on Wednesday. The Cobb County School District confirmed the threats were not credible after investigation. Since a shooting at Apalachee High School in September, the district has experienced numerous false threats and "swatting" incidents. The district emphasized its commitment to safety and intends to prosecute those responsible for such disruptions. Despite these incidents, the school remains secure, with students and staff focused on education. For more safety information, visit the district's website. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info. We'll be right back Break: DRAKE (Drake Realty (Cobb County) STORY 4: Friends, Witnesses Testify About Crash that Killed Kennesaw Teen In Marietta, the trial of Jerome Lee Cox, accused of killing 17-year-old Olivia Pugh in a DUI incident, continued with testimonies from Pugh's friends and bystanders. Cox allegedly hit Pugh with his vehicle after drinking at a holiday party. Pugh, a senior at Harrison High School, died two days later. The trial, overseen by Judge Kimberly Childs, began with opening statements and witness testimonies, including friends who were with Pugh and bystanders who assisted at the scene. A deleted TikTok video filmed by the girls that night became a point of contention, with the defense arguing it could have shown the girls were distracted. The trial is set to continue. STORY 5: Cobb Considering New Library Director as Longtime Leader Retires After 15 years as Director of the Cobb County Public Library System, Helen Poyer is retiring. Poyer, who began her career in Cobb in 2006 and became director in 2009, has overseen significant outreach programs and led the system to be named 2023 Library of the Year. Her leadership is credited to her dedicated 270-person staff. The Cobb County Board of Commissioners will vote on her replacement, with Chairwoman Lisa Cupid proposing Keith Schuermann, a veteran librarian with extensive experience, including leading the Troup-Harris Library System. If approved, Schuermann will start on December 2. 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KMOX Alum and Ford C. Frick Award winner Bob Costas joins Debbie and Tom ahead of the Musial Awards and his Lifetime Achievement Award named in Musial's honor. Costas shares a story about Mickey Mantle and Stan Musial.
Send us a textBaseball fans may have heard the story that Stan Musial began his career in baseball as a pitcher/outfielder. A shoulder injury forced him to become a hitter and outfielder full-time for which #MLB is forever grateful. Stan-the-Man had 3,630 hits - the same 1,815 hits at home as he had on the road! He missed only one season due to WWII in 1945 only to return the next year, win the #NLMVP and lead the #Cardinals to their 6th World Series victory in 21 years. Musial played 22 seasons in the Majors and was an All-Star 24 times. That's not a misprint and Gordon and I tell you why. Was he better than the 'Spendid Splinter' Ted Williams? Maybe not as a hitter but he did have more hits in his career. Williams out-homered Stan despite carding 3 fewer seasons. But we highlight the most unusual facet of Musial's career which was his shuttling between the outfield and first base (where he played more than 30% of his games during his illustrious career). Both Musial and Williams started their careers long before Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in #baseball. Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! Check them out on Spotify or Apple Music! Please subscribe to our podcast and thanks for listening! If you can give us 4 or 5 star rating that means a lot. And if you have a suggestion for an episode please drop us a line via email at Almostcooperstown@gmail.com. You can also follow us on X @almostcoop or visit the Almost Cooperstown Facebook page or YouTube channel. And please tell your friends!www.almostcooperstown.com
KMOX Sports Contributor Bernie Miklasz joins the show to discuss how St. Louis sports have been interwoven into national politics. Bernie also touches on former Cardinal Ken Boyer's chances to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
In the second hour Chris and Amy are joined by Hancock and Kelley join to talk about the election. KMOX Sports Contributor Bernie Miklasz to talk the Hall of Fame chances for Ken Boyer and Stan Musial knowing presidents. Finally, our twitter poll results on whether or not it's selfish to not be informed on politics.
Guests on the Chris and Amy Show include; Peter Maer, Former CBS White House Correspondent to talk about the election. Accuweather Meteorologist Heater Zehr to discuss the high amount of rain over the last couple of days and see what type of winter Accuweather expects us to get. Hancock and Kelley join to talk about the election KMOX Sports Contributor Bernie Miklasz to talk the Hall of Fame chances for Ken Boyer and Stan Musial knowing presidents. Eric Fey, Democratic Director of Elections in St. Louis County Rick Stream, Republican Director of Elections in St. Louis County SLU Sportswriter for Substack “Stu on SLU” Stu Durando joins to talk about Billikens opening loss to Santa Clara and Robbie Avila injury. KMOX Reporter Stu McMillian jumps in studio to talk about his morning covering the polling places in the storm.
Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston engage in a lively conversation with baseball historian Robert Tiemann and renowned sports broadcaster Ron Jacober, swinging into the rich history of the St. Louis Cardinals. The episode kicks off with a nod to trivia which sets the stage for a broader discussion about the memorable and often overlooked moments in Cardinals lore, as detailed in Tiemann's latest book, Immortal Moments in Cardinals History-2nd Edition. Listeners are treated to a wealth of stories, including Tiemann's experiences researching the Cardinals' past and Jacober's experiences as a broadcaster who has witnessed decades of baseball. The conversation delves into topics such as the changing dynamics of the game, the influence of money and media on baseball, and the nostalgia associated with past greats like Stan Musial and Bob Gibson. The episode is a heartfelt tribute to Cardinal baseball, celebrating the community's passion and the players' indelible marks on the sport.[00:00] Cardinal Trivia Challenge[00:30] Introduction to Saint Louis in Tune[01:01] Returning to Civility[02:03] Meet the Guests: Robert L. Tiemann and Ron Jacober[03:36] Immortal Moments in Cardinals History[04:59] Forgotten Highlights of the Cardinals[06:40] The Origin of the Cardinals Name[11:20] Ron Jacober's Broadcasting Journey[16:41] Memorable Moments and Players[29:07] Bob Gibson's Intensity and Career Stories[30:52] Lou Brock and the Challenges of Reporting[33:38] Changes in Baseball: Money and Pitching[37:37] Umpires and Replay Technology[39:59] Fan Expectations and Broadcast Revenue[46:02] Book Signing Events and Closing RemarksImmortal Moments in Cardinals History, 2nd Edition - Purchase the BookThis is Season 7! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com#stlcardinals #baseball #stlouisbaseball #bobgibson #loubrock #stanmusial #buschstadium #worldseries #baseballmemorabilia #halloffame
On November 1, 1892 –Statistics for the first 154-game season show that Dan Brouthers of the Brooklyn Grooms was the top hitter at .335, and Cy Young of the Cleveland Spiders the top pitcher in terms of wins with a 36-11 record.On November 1, 1951 — Future Hall of Famer Roy Campanella (.325, 33, 108) wins the first of his three National League MVP Awards. The Dodger backstop will also receive the prestigious honor in 1953 and 1955. Campanella outpoints Stan Musial, Monte Irvin and teammates Preacher Roe and Jackie Robinson. By the standards of WAR Robinson was the best player in the league with a 9.7 WAR. November 1, 1968 -- Denny McLain is the BBWAA's unanimous choice for the American League Cy Young Award, after the right-hander posts a 31-6 (.838) record with 280 strikeouts and a 1.96 ERA, for the World Champion Tigers. The 24 year-old Chicago native, who will win the prestigious pitching prize again next season, will be also named this year's American League Most Valuable Player.On November 1, 2010 -- Tim Lincecum pitches 8 strong innings in besting the Rangers' Cliff Lee for the second time in the series and Edgar Renteria, who drove in the winning run for the Marlins against Cleveland in the 11th inning during Game 7 of the 1997 Fall Classic, joins Yankees legends Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, and Yogi Berra as only the fourth player in baseball history to collect two World Series-winning hits. The Series MVP's three-run homer off Lee in the seventh inning leads to San Francisco's 3-1 victory over the Rangers, bringing a World Championship to the Giants for the first time since 1954.Happy Birthday to Vic Power who on
On November 1, 1892 –Statistics for the first 154-game season show that Dan Brouthers of the Brooklyn Grooms was the top hitter at .335, and Cy Young of the Cleveland Spiders the top pitcher in terms of wins with a 36-11 record.On November 1, 1951 — Future Hall of Famer Roy Campanella (.325, 33, 108) wins the first of his three National League MVP Awards. The Dodger backstop will also receive the prestigious honor in 1953 and 1955. Campanella outpoints Stan Musial, Monte Irvin and teammates Preacher Roe and Jackie Robinson. By the standards of WAR Robinson was the best player in the league with a 9.7 WAR. November 1, 1968 -- Denny McLain is the BBWAA's unanimous choice for the American League Cy Young Award, after the right-hander posts a 31-6 (.838) record with 280 strikeouts and a 1.96 ERA, for the World Champion Tigers. The 24 year-old Chicago native, who will win the prestigious pitching prize again next season, will be also named this year's American League Most Valuable Player.On November 1, 2010 -- Tim Lincecum pitches 8 strong innings in besting the Rangers' Cliff Lee for the second time in the series and Edgar Renteria, who drove in the winning run for the Marlins against Cleveland in the 11th inning during Game 7 of the 1997 Fall Classic, joins Yankees legends Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, and Yogi Berra as only the fourth player in baseball history to collect two World Series-winning hits. The Series MVP's three-run homer off Lee in the seventh inning leads to San Francisco's 3-1 victory over the Rangers, bringing a World Championship to the Giants for the first time since 1954.Happy Birthday to Vic Power who on
Tom Ackerman and KMOX's Bernie Miklasz reflect on Stan Musial's legacy on the anniversary of his final game. They then shift focus to the strained relationship between the St. Louis Cardinals and their fans, highlighting the need for better communication and transparency. Bernie discusses the introduction of Chaim Bloom to the Cardinals' leadership, emphasizing his influence in revamping the player development system. Bernie also defends John Mozeliak's tenure while acknowledging the necessity for a new approach to modernize the organization and restore credibility with fans
Toward the end of his first professional season, not too long after he told a roommate Oliver Marmol about his personal and accelerated timetable to reach the majors, Matt Carpenter got a phone call that could have forever changed his career in baseball. He was approached about being a coach, and he was tempted to take it. The next summer his playing career took off. There are baseball cards galore and probably a Cardinals Hall of Fame red jacket in his future that tell how that story ended, but Carpenter shares with the Best Podcast in Baseball how close he came to moving to a role in the game that he might eventually also have. A three-time All-Star who returned to the Cardinals for the 2024 season, Carpenter joins the Best Podcast in Baseball and baseball writer Derrick Goold for a conversation many months in the making. The two spoke this past week near the batting cage at Coors Field, just ahead of the Cardinals' season finale in San Francisco. From his early days with the Cardinals as a spring-training standout and favorite of manager Tony La Russa, Carpenter's career had to constantly evolve. He became a second baseman. He became a leadoff hitter. He broke a doubles record long held by Stan Musial, and then his changed his swing and late in one season led the National League in homers and slugging on his way to MVP considerations. And through it all, a coach's kid out of Texas who judged his production by how high above .300 his average was had to learn in real time as the game shifted to take that away from him, quite literally. He had to embrace slugging. He had to reinvent his swing. He had to reclaim his career. And over the course of this season, Goold asked Carpenter if he would talke about all he learned about Major League Baseball's modern offense and how difficult it has become to be a hitter in a game when failure, already abundant, is increasing. Consider the math. As batting average has grown less important, hitters are being told they can do more with a .270 average and slugging than singling their way to a .330 average, and still that difference is six outs, six fewer times succeeding. Carpenter has some thoughts and offers lots of insight. This brand-new BPIB begins as all good stories do on a road trip with Matt Holliday and Carpenter and the trouble they encountered somewhere between Stillwater, Oklahoma, and Memphis, Tennessee. The conversation also touches on what went sideways for the Cardinals' offense during a season that will finish with a winning record but nowhere close to the team's stated goal of contending for the NL Central title and returning to the playoffs. Carpenter also discusses his immediate and longterm future, which brings up the story about the phone call he received while playing Class A baseball for the Cardinals with an offer he wasn't sure he could refuse. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold.
A year after "pitching, pitching, pitching" dictated the Cardinals' approach to the offseason, the club faces a far broader challenge this winter. PR, PR, PR. Or, as Best Podcast in Baseball guest Brooke Grimsley, noted: "Change, change, change." The 2024 Cardinals' season comes to a close with the club trying ot break the hold of .500 and avoid a second losing season, what would be the first back-to-back losing seasons in a full schedule since Stan Musial played for the team in the late 1950s. Crowds, like wins and playoff appearances, have dwindled, and the one-off season the Cardinals promised after 2023 has become something more problematic for the club: a trend. Grimsley, co-host of The Opening Drive at ESPN 101.1 FM/WXOS in St. Louis, said the feedback they've received from listeners and fans suggest that fans are moving from anger to acceptance to something more alarming for any club -- apathy. With BPIB host and St. Louis Post-Dispatch baseball writer Derrick Goold, Grimsley discusses what messages and actions the Cardinals could take in the coming weeks and months to reanimate and engage the fan base. They discuss not just player movement and moves but how important comments, direction, and transparency from the front office could be, and what the role media plays in gathering that info and relaying it to fans. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold.
September 18, 1975 - The New York Mets defeat the Chicago Cubs, 7 - 5 at Shea Stadium. Rusty Staub becomes the first Mets' player to reach 100 RBIs in a season with a 2-run homer in the fifth. Dave Kingman sets a team record with his 35th home run of the season to win it in the ninth inning. Kingman would also hit his 35th homer of the year on this date in 1976 when he was named to the National League All Star Team for the first time.September 18, 1962 At LA, the Aaron brothers lead the Braves to a 10 - 5 pounding of the Dodgers, and cutting the Dodger lead over the idle Giants to 3 1/2 games. Hank Aaron hits his 40th homer and Tommie Aaron accounts for three RBIs with three hits.September 18, 1986 - For the second time in his career, Reggie Jackson belts three homersin a game, scoring four times with seven RBIs against Kansas City. At the age of 40 years four months, Reggie joins Stan Musial and Babe Ruth as the only player over 40 to accomplish the feat.September 18, 1996 Roger Clemens fans 20 Detroit Tigers without walking a single batter, tying his record for most strikeouts in a 9-inning game. The Rocket holds the Tigers to four hits en route to a 4 - 0 shutout.
September 18, 1975 - The New York Mets defeat the Chicago Cubs, 7 - 5 at Shea Stadium. Rusty Staub becomes the first Mets' player to reach 100 RBIs in a season with a 2-run homer in the fifth. Dave Kingman sets a team record with his 35th home run of the season to win it in the ninth inning. Kingman would also hit his 35th homer of the year on this date in 1976 when he was named to the National League All Star Team for the first time.September 18, 1962 At LA, the Aaron brothers lead the Braves to a 10 - 5 pounding of the Dodgers, and cutting the Dodger lead over the idle Giants to 3 1/2 games. Hank Aaron hits his 40th homer and Tommie Aaron accounts for three RBIs with three hits.September 18, 1986 - For the second time in his career, Reggie Jackson belts three homersin a game, scoring four times with seven RBIs against Kansas City. At the age of 40 years four months, Reggie joins Stan Musial and Babe Ruth as the only player over 40 to accomplish the feat.September 18, 1996 Roger Clemens fans 20 Detroit Tigers without walking a single batter, tying his record for most strikeouts in a 9-inning game. The Rocket holds the Tigers to four hits en route to a 4 - 0 shutout.
The Rick Flynn Presents podcast is proud to announce that author TIM MANNERS joins us for this special show about a very special and talented legend, WAITE HOYT. Waite “Schoolboy” Hoyt's improbable baseball journey began when the 1915 New York Giants signed him as a high school junior, for no pay and a five-dollar bonus. After nearly having both his hands amputated and cavorting with men twice his age in the hardscrabble Minor Leagues, he somehow ended up the best pitcher for the New York Yankees in the 1920s. Based on a trove of Hoyt's writings and interview transcripts, Tim Manners has reanimated the baseball legend's untold story, entirely in Hoyt's own words. Schoolboy dives straight into early twentieth-century America and the birth of modern-day baseball, as well as Hoyt's defining conflict: Should he have pursued something more respectable than being the best pitcher on the 1927 New York Yankees, arguably the greatest baseball team of all time?Over his twenty-three-year professional baseball career, Hoyt won 237 big league games across 3,845 ⅔ innings—and one locker room brawl with Babe Ruth. He also became a vaudeville star who swapped dirty jokes with Mae West and drank champagne with Al Capone, a philosophizer who bonded with Lou Gehrig over the meaning of life, and a funeral director who left a body chilling in his trunk while pitching an afternoon game at Yankee Stadium.Hoyt shares his thoughts on famous moments in the golden age of baseball history; assesses baseball legends, including Ty Cobb, Stan Musial, and Pete Rose; and describes the strategies of baseball managers John McGraw, Miller Huggins, and Connie Mack. He writes at length about the art of pitching and how the game and its players changed—and didn't—over his lifetime. After retiring from baseball at thirty-eight and coming to terms with his alcoholism, Hoyt found some happiness as a family man and a beloved, pioneering Cincinnati Reds radio sportscaster with a Websterian vocabulary spiked with a Brooklyn accent.When Hoyt died in 1984 his foremost legacy may have been as a raconteur who punctuated his life story with awe-inspiring and jaw-dropping anecdotes. In Schoolboy he never flinches from an unsparing account of his remarkable and paradoxical eighty-four-year odyssey. About the author: Tim Manners is a writer, communications consultant and baseball fan. A magna cum laude graduate of Tufts University with a BA in history, he is a former FM-radio disc jockey, publicist and magazine publisher. Currently an essay specialist with The Manners Group, he is co-author of "Schoolboy: The Untold Journey of a Yankees Hero" (2024) with baseball great Waite Hoyt (University of Nebraska Press) and "Relevance: Making Stuff That Matters" (2008), published by Penguin/Portfolio. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rick-flynn/support
Waite “Schoolboy” Hoyt's improbable baseball journey began when the 1915 New York Giants signed him as a high school junior, for no pay and a five dollar bonus. After nearly having both his hands amputated and cavorting with men twice his age in the hardscrabble Minor Leagues, he somehow ended up the best pitcher for the New York Yankees in the 1920s. Based on a trove of Hoyt's writings and interview transcripts, Tim Manners has reanimated the baseball legend's untold story, entirely in Hoyt's own words. Schoolboy dives straight into early twentieth century America and the birth of modern day baseball, as well as Hoyt's defining conflict: Should he have pursued something more respectable than being the best pitcher on the 1927 New York Yankees, arguably the greatest baseball team of all time? Over his twenty three year professional baseball career, Hoyt won 237 big league games across 3,845 ⅔ innings—and one locker room brawl with Babe Ruth. He also became a vaudeville star who swapped dirty jokes with Mae West and drank champagne with Al Capone, a philosophizer who bonded with Lou Gehrig over the meaning of life, and a funeral director who left a body chilling in his trunk while pitching an afternoon game at Yankee Stadium. Hoyt shares his thoughts on famous moments in the golden age of baseball history; assesses baseball legends, including Ty Cobb, Stan Musial, and Pete Rose; and describes the strategies of baseball managers John McGraw, Miller Huggins, and Connie Mack. He writes at length about the art of pitching and how the game and its players changed—and didn't—over his lifetime. After retiring from baseball at thirty eight and coming to terms with his alcoholism, Hoyt found some happiness as a family man and a beloved, pioneering Cincinnati Reds radio sportscaster with a Websterian vocabulary spiked with a Brooklyn accent. When Hoyt died in 1984 his foremost legacy may have been as a raconteur who punctuated his life story with awe inspiring and jaw dropping anecdotes. In Schoolboy he never flinches from an unsparing account of his remarkable and paradoxical eighty four year odyssey. Waite Hoyt (1899–1984) pitched twenty one seasons in the Major Leagues, most notably with the Yankees' first dynasty, leading them to three World Series championships in the 1920s. He played for a total of seven clubs before retiring in 1938. Hoyt became a popular broadcaster for the Cincinnati Reds and was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1969. Tim Manners is a writer, communications consultant, and baseball fan. He is a native of Norwalk, CT and has lived in Westport, CT for the last 34 years. Bob Costas was a broadcaster for NBC Sports television for four decades and now does play by play and commentary work for MLB, MLB Network, and CNN. #yankees , #yankeesfans
Join Jeff and Mark on Two Strike Noise, your all-time favorite baseball history podcast. This episode, more rule changes baseball would be stupid not to introduce, surprising stolen bases leaders in the 90s and just how many second generation players are there currently in the bigs? They also celebrate the achievements of Stan Musial, comparing his incredible career stats to modern players. The episode wraps up with Wax Pack Heroes, featuring vintage Sportflics and Upper Deck cards, with trivia and fun facts. Tune in for baseball history, trivia, and friendly competition, but leave with the next winning lottery numbers. Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/TwoStrikeNoise/ Instagram - @twostrikenoise Bluesky - @twostrikenoise.bsky.social Threads - @twostrikenoise Twitter - @twostrikenoise Two Strike Noise on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@twostrikenoise Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/twostrikenoise E-mail - twostrikenoise@gmail.com We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/ #podernfamily #podnation #baseball #mlb #history #podcast #baseballcards
Oscar-Winner and frontman for the Boxmasters Billy Bob Thornton and his longtime bandmate, Grammy-winning guitarist JD Andrew, sit with Says Who Sports to talk music, movies and a whole lotta sports!Thornton has been a big fan of sports, especially baseball, all his life. He grew up in rural Arkansas and became a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. Thornton shares his excitement at meeting Stan Musial and Bob Gibson, what it was like to witness the power of slugger Albert Pujols taking cuts in batting practice from an on-field perspective, drinking beers with Goose Gossage, a smoking session with Jim Leyland, his close relationship with former Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa, and his pick between Greg Maddux and Roger Clemens to pitch a winner-take-all game. Thornton, who starred in the movie Friday Night Lights, discusses immersing himself in the intensity and drama of Texas high school football, his iconic halftime speech in the movie, and his big respect for kickers, reinforced thru his own (painful) attempts at kicking seemingly simple extra points during breaks in filming in the Astrodome. Thornton, who has played and toured with the best in the music business since he was a teenager, and Andrew discuss their musical brotherhood of nearly two decades, their earliest musical influences, and stories of recording and sharing stages with many of their musical heroes, from ZZ Top to Warren Zevon. Andrew recounts what it was like working as a mixer in the studio with the Rolling Stones during the sessions for A Bigger Bang, including special moments with Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. Thornton discusses how winning an Oscar for Sling Blade changed his life, his gratitude for the cast members of the movie and the friendships that developed, and if Sling Blade could even be made today.
A Conversation with Randi Naughton on Mostly Superheroes Introduction Welcome back to another exciting episode of Mostly Superheroes! This week, we have a special guest who has been a staple in St. Louis media for decades – the incredible Randi Naughton. Join us as we dive into her fascinating life story, career highlights, and her new podcast, "More to Say with Randi Naughton." https://mostlysuperheroes.com/season-5-blogcast/randi-naughton Randi Naughton's Journey Randi Naughton was born on February 20, 1962, in Niagara Falls, New York, sharing her birthday with astronaut John Glenn [5]. Her early years were filled with memorable moments, including singing on stage with The Carpenters at the Niagara Falls Convention Center when she was just in sixth grade [5]. Randi's broadcasting career began at Wilson Central High School in Wilson, New York, where she did the morning announcements [6]. She earned the nickname "Naughty Naughton" for her playful pranks and antics [5]. After high school, she ventured into radio, landing her first gig in the early 80s [7]. Career Highlights Randi's career took off when she joined KTVI FOX 2 in St. Louis in 1992 [5]. She started with Sunday morning segments called "Randy 'Round Town," covering community events and festivals [6]. In 1994, she transitioned to sports reporting, becoming one of the few women in the field at the time [6]. Over the years, she interviewed countless St. Louis sports legends, including Stan Musial, Albert Pujols, and Wayne Gretzky [6]. For the past 23 years, Randi has been a beloved morning news anchor on FOX 2, helping viewers start their day with a smile [6]. She retired in July 2022, leaving behind a legacy of fair, honest, and relatable news reporting [6]. More to Say with Randi Naughton Randi's journey didn't end with her retirement. She launched her podcast, "More to Say with Randi Naughton," where she continues to share captivating stories and inspiring conversations [1]. From celebrities and sports legends to literary geniuses and change-makers, Randi's podcast covers a diverse range of topics that promise to entertain, educate, and inspire [1]. You can listen to "More to Say with Randi Naughton" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and her official website. Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a review! Conclusion Don't miss this episode of Mostly Superheroes as we chat with the legendary Randi Naughton. Her incredible journey, career highlights, and new podcast are sure to leave you inspired. Tune in now and join the conversation! Relevant Links: Randi Naughton's Career Nuggets Randi Naughton's Farewell More to Say with Randi Naughton Stay tuned for more exciting episodes and be sure to follow us on social media for the latest updates! Feel free to customize this blog post further to match your style and preferences. Happy podcasting!
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Mike Cameron, the retired varsity baseball coach at Moeller High School in Cincinnati, joins the podcast. Mike had a successful coaching career, with 767 wins and 4 state championships. Many of his players went on to play college baseball and 13 made it to the major leagues, including Hall of Famers Barry Larkin and Ken Griffey Jr. Mike shares his experiences playing at Purcell HS and working at Crosley Field, as well as his coaching journey at Moeller. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and the development of talent in building a successful program. In this episode, Mike discusses his experiences coaching high school baseball and working as an official scorer for the Cincinnati Reds. He shares stories about coaching talented players like Ken Griffey, Jr., Barry Larkin, Buddy Bell, and David Bell, as well as his interactions with other coaches and players. Mike also explains the role of an official scorer and how scoring decisions are made. He reflects on his coaching philosophy and the impact of legendary Reds manager Sparky Anderson. Overall, the conversation highlights Mike's passion for baseball and his dedication to the sport.TakeawaysMike Cameron had a successful coaching career at Moeller High School, with 767 wins and 4 state championships.Several of Mike's players went on to play college baseball and 13 made it to the major leagues, including Hall of Famers Barry Larkin and Ken Griffey Jr.Mike emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and the development of talent in building a successful baseball program.He shares his experiences playing at Purcell HS and working at Crosley Field, including interactions with visiting players like Stan Musial.Mike's coaching journey started as a JV coach and he learned from every coach he came across, constantly improving his skills. Coaching high school baseball requires a strong relationship with players and a focus on their development.The role of an official scorer is to observe and record the official record of the game, including scoring decisions and game details.Sparky Anderson was a highly respected manager who was able to get the best out of his players.Mike's experiences in coaching and scoring for the Reds have given him a deep appreciation for the game of baseball.Sound Bites"Smooth, most natural ballplayer I've ever coached." (Griffey, Jr.)"He hit a ball over the fence, over the trees, and it landed down on Sherman Avenue. That thing was majestic." (Ditto)"The longest home run that I saw him hit, well actually the umpire called it foul, was up at Lakota High School." (Ditto)"Who's your favorite red player of all time if you have""I tried to learn from every coach, whether it was a football coach, a basketball coach. It didn't make any difference. I tried to learn from everybody.""Go Crusaders, what's that all about? Everybody loves the Crusaders, the Panthers, the Bombers, and the Lancers, right?"Cincinnati's finest steakhouse and seafood restaurant! Win a $50 Gift Card from Prime Cincinnati by emailing us at freepete14@gmail.com!
Part Deux after Part One interrupted, Huge day in Braves history including the Great Padres Brawl of '84 with a shirtless Ed Whitson instigated by crazy Pascual Perez, plus Bobby Cox makes Greg Maddux end his record, plus a tribute to Skip Caray, plus trade for John Smoltz, plus end of Pete's Tweets including final Olympic medal count won by the good ole USA, also Babe Ruth line, Stan Musial retirement, Mickey Mantle & Whitey Ford HOF inductions, Blue Jays get name, Mark "The Bird" Fidrych's goodbye, Harmon Killebrew, Luis Aparicio, Don Drysdale, Pee Wee Reese, Rodney McCray runs through the outfield fence, fan catches two home run balls from same player in same game, and the SF Giants honor Robin Williams, plus a baseball quote from author John Cheever
With his famous corkscrew stance, off balanced follow through, and inside-out swing; line drives came off of Stan Musial's bat like bullets. He spent 22 years in the majors, all with the St. Louis Cardinals. He played in three World Series. and 24 All Star Teams, while winning 7 batting titles, and three league MVP Awards. This week we do a deep character profile dig on " The Man", who is best remembered for his brilliant consistency and gentlemanly disposition. #StanMusial #TheDonoraGreyhound #TheMan #Stashu #LucaszMusial #MaryMusial #OllieVanek #BranchRickey #DickieKerr #LilMusial #SaintLouisCardinals #SportsmanPark
With his famous corkscrew stance, off balanced follow through, and inside-out swing; line drives came off of Stan Musial's bat like bullets. He spent 22 years in the majors, all with the St. Louis Cardinals. He played in three World Series. and 24 All Star Teams, while winning 7 batting titles, and three league MVP Awards. This week we do a deep character profile dig on " The Man", who is best remembered for his brilliant consistency and gentlemanly disposition. #StanMusial #TheDonoraGreyhound #TheMan #Stashu #LucaszMusial #MaryMusial #OllieVanek #BranchRickey #DickieKerr #LilMusial #SaintLouisCardinals #SportsmanPark
The Pittsburgh Pirates were the doormat of the National League for much of the 1950s but began to turn things around late in the decade. Through changes in the front office and management, the Bucs had their first winning season in a decade in 1958 but slipped to fourth place the following year. 1960: When the Pittsburgh Pirates Had Them All the Way is the story of that magical run, from spring training to a wild World Series against the New York Yankees. Wayne Stewart brings his love of baseball, plus extensive research and player interviews to the table in this comprehensive look at a unique team that won 95 games and then took the Yankees the distance. Shortstop Dick Groat earned the NL MVP Award, 20-game winner Vernon Law took Cy Young honors, and an outfielder named Roberto Clemente hit .314 with a then career-high 16 home runs. Players such as Harvey "The Kitten" Haddix, Roy Face, Hal Smith, and Bill Mazeroski made their respective marks; the latter was mostly a defensive specialist who hit the series-clinching homer. A native of Pittsburgh, Wayne Stewart grew up in Donora, Pennsylvania. The town produced several athletes who made it in the pros, including Stan Musial and Ken Griffey, Senior, and Junior (Stewart in fact was a high school teammate of the elder Griffey). Stewart is the author of a string of books on baseball, football and basketball, and has interviewed some of the biggest names in professional sports. "A must-read for every baseball fan." -- Vernon Law
Dick Zitzmann joins the show to discuss Willie Mays, Stan Musial and more
In this episode of Sports the NEMO Way we bring the Best Cardinals to the table for discussion.
This week we discuss the the ups and downs of top baseball prospects. It sounds really awesome to have the top prospect label on a player, but what perils are there for that label? We also discuss big top prospects that let down through the decades. For our This Week In Baseball, we discuss the approval of the AL divisional alignment in 1968. What were the rammifications of this and was it the wheelhouse for baseball in terms of format?Our Hall of Famer this week is Stan Musial. No real discussion in terms of election, but just how great was Musial during his career? Buckle up! For our parting shots we discuss the forgotten powerhouse Jimmie Foxx and addressing the "weak schedule" for the Phillies in 2024 so far. Enjoy our new crop of weekly commercials in between segments with Michael Jordan for Gatorade, the famous "Chicks Dig the Long Ball" Nike ad, and an Upper Deck Griffey Jr contest!Please join us as we discuss baseball topics and we continue our mission to make The Hall small. We hope you'll enjoy the ride.TimestampsThis Week In Baseball - 25:19Hall of Fame Discussion - 41:02Parting Shots - 1:01:04
There is no arguing that Stan Musial is one of the finest players, and people, in baseball history, and this week marks the 66th anniversary of Baseball's Perect Knight collecting his 3,000th hit. Mike and Bill look back at one off the least controversial inner-circle hall of famers of all time, and document his Horatio Alger-esque journey to achieving the American Dream. Plus, happy birthday to Lave Cross and Hank Borowy! And farewell to U.L. Washington and Ed Ott
- Harry Caray- Stan MusialIn this 1949 radio interview, Stan Musial, a St. Louis Cardinals icon known as Stan the Man, reflects on his baseball career and the season. Musial, already a major star by this time, provides insights into his playing style, team dynamics, and personal experiences within Major League Baseball.#StanMusial #1949Baseball #RadioInterview #StLouisCardinals #MLBHistory
Braves bats wake up in Seattle, Orlando Arcia's star turn, Mississippi Masher, FSU QB dies, Bad Deion resurfaces, stopping CFB players from opting out of bowl games, Falcons strange NFL Draft revisited, Cousins vs Penix, new Bears stadium goes down in flames, Chris Sale domination, Shohei Otani's gambling woes, being in 1st place on May 1, Mike Trout injured again, Scherzer's setback, Rockies plumb new depths, no MLB team in Monterrey please, Royals & Chiefs homeless? Bison 1 Man 0, Tommy Lee wins Kentucky Derby? the great Earl Campbell, David Beckham, Kyle Busch, Sarah Langs battle with ALS, WWI veteran tennis player, Norm Van Brocklin, Jack Kemp, Junior Seau, Bobby Unser, 1st NL homer, Hall of Famer Rube Waddell traded for a cigar, night lights, Lou Gehrig benches himself, Ted Williams joins the Marine Corps, all-Jewish lineup, Stan Musial & Nate Colbert's record, gay umpire Dave Pallone's beef with Pete Rose, Nike's Chicks Dig the Long Ball ad with Glavine and Maddux, the ballad of Jarrod Saltalamacchia, plus Pete's Tweets, This Day in Sports History, Ripley's Believe It or Not! and quotes from Elston Howard and Branch Rickey!
On "Hot Take Central" on 590 The Fan KFNS, Billy Roe, owner of Billy's on Broadway, told a great Stan Musial story from the 1970's. For full radio shows & podcasts of every segment go to https://590thefan.com #mlb #stlouiscardinals #stanmusial ***thumbnail photos by Charlie Marlow & courtesy of Stan Musial's Facebook
On March 27, 1879 —– Miller Huggins is born in Cincinnati, Ohio. A second baseman adept at getting on base, Huggins will lead the National League in walks four times, score 100 or more runs three times, and regularly collect 30 or more stolen bases and an on-base percentage near .400. He will start as a player-manager with the St. Louis Cardinals before heading to the New York Yankees in 1918. Huggins will lead the Yankees to six American League pennants and three World Series titles, and his “Murderers' Row” club, which will win 110 games before sweeping the 1927 World Series, will be considered one of the greatest teams in history. Huggins will be selected to the Hall of Fame by the Veterans Committee in 1964. Miller Huggins Page - https://thisdayinbaseball.com/miller-huggins-is-born-in-cincinnati-ohio/March 27 - https://thisdayinbaseball.com/this-day-in-baseball-march-27/Stan Musial - https://thisdayinbaseball.com/stan-musial-biography/
Dr. Alan Reinhardt, the first guest of this pod, returns for a fun and enlightening 100th episode of Manager Memo. Along the way we talk about baseball (2:15), Stan Musial (3:45), Literary All Stars (5:00), Mickey Mantle (7:00), the best birthday (13:20), T.S. Eliot (20:50), the 4th Quintile (30:15), Philip Roth (37:30) and advice to grandchildren (37:30). The intro and outro music - from the brilliant riffs of Kenny Kilgore. Low Riders and Beautiful Rainy Day.
- 1963 MLB Standings- Sunday, September 29, 1963- Start Time: 2:30 p.m. Local- Attendance: 27,576- Venue: Busch Stadium I- Game Duration: 3:45- Day Game, on grass- Box Score-- Radio Announcers- Harry Caray- Jerry Gross-- Starting Lineups- 1963 Cincinnati Reds- 1 - 2B - Pete Rose- 2 - RF - Tommy Harper- 3 - CF - Vada Pinson- 4 - LF - Frank Robinson- 5 - 1B - Gordy Coleman- 6 - C - Johnny Edwards- 7 - SS - Leo Cardenas- 8 - 3B - Eddie Kasko- 9 - P - Jim Maloney-- 1963 St. Louis Cardinals- 1 - CF - Curt Flood- 2 - SS - Dick Groat- 3 - LF - Stan Musial- 4 - 3B - Ken Boyer- 5 - 1B - Bill White- 6 - RF - Charlie James- 7 - C - Tim McCarver- 8 - 2B - Julian Javier- 9 - P - Bob Gibson
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On this Episode In this episode you'll hear a conversation with sports psychologist, Dr. Tom Hanson. While Tom has worked with some of the biggest names in professional baseball, he is also a prolific author, coach, and sought after speaker in the corporate world. Today, we'll explore what it takes to be a top performer in any field of endeavor. We'll discuss mental toughness, performance inhibitors and so much more. This is a great episode for anyone who wants to elevate their performance. What You'll Learn What is “commitment management” and how can we benefit from it? How do we leverage the “double-header of life” concept? What we can learn from the best hitters in baseball history What does it mean to “play big” in life? How can we improve our mental mechanics? What is the “tapping method” and how does it work? About my Guest Dr. Tom Hanson frees athletes and coaches, executives and work teams to consistently perform at or near their best. His Performance Freedom and Confidence and Consistency coaching programs in both sport and business train people to “Excel, Enjoy, and Evolve.” Formerly the Director of Performance Enhancement for the New York Yankees, Dr. Hanson also consulted with the Texas Rangers, Los Angeles Angels, and Minnesota Twins organizations. He helps individuals and teams in all sports and regularly coaches in major university athletic programs such as Harvard University Baseball and Florida State Softball. His business client list ranges from giants like Microsoft, Verizon and Pepperidge Farm to small businesses like Public Trust Advisors and insurance adjusters Johns Eastern. He co-authored both Heads-Up Baseball: Playing the Game One Pitch at a Time and Heads-Up Baseball 2.0: 5 Skills for Competing One Pitch at a Time with Dr. Ken Ravizza. The books have combined to sell over 200,000 copies, been adopted by many major college and professional teams, used as a college textbook, and been called “the bible for developing mental toughness,” by Collegiate Baseball. Dr. Hanson also wrote the award-winning PLAY BIG: Mental Toughness Skills that Take Baseball Players to the Next Level, and the best-selling business fable, Who Will Do What by When? -- How to Improve Performance, Accountability and Trust with Integrity, which has sold over 30,000 copies to individuals and organizations, including the United States Government. Dr. Hanson graduated from Luther College (IA) in 1985, earned his Master's degree at the University of Illinois (Champaign), and his Ph.D. specializing in sport psychology from the University of Virginia (1991). He served as UVA's hitting coach for three seasons, and his dissertation research, The Mental Aspects of Hitting, featured interviews with Hank Aaron, Stan Musial, Carl Yastrzemski, Tony Oliva, and Rod Carew. He has made a career of studying greatness and creating technologies that liberate performers from the fears and doubts that too often rob them of the joy and satisfaction they seek, and is a leader in overcoming the “yips” in baseball, golf, tennis and other activities. Links for This Episode: Social Links http://drtomhanson.com/ http://www.headsupperformance.com/ http://playbigbaseball.com/ HeadsUpBaseball2.com http://yipsbegone.com/ Email: DrTomHanson@gmail.com Phone (1) 813-453-3467 Connect with Dr. Mike: Website: https://www.drmikepatterson.com Book: https://www.missionfirstpeoplealwaysbook.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaellpatterson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrmikepatterson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/drmikepatterson Buy The Book!: Mission First People Always Episode Minute By Minute: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Tom Hanson 02:21 Tom's Work with Elite Athletes and its Relevance 03:21 Challenges in Modern Management and Solutions 08:22 The Importance of Commitment in Leadership 10:24 The Power of Simplicity in Leadership 14:40 The Double Header of Life: Balancing Results and Experience 17:00 The Competitive Executive Coaching Program 22:42 The Power of Perception: Crafting Your Lens 24:02 Learning from Legends: Insights from Pete Rose 27:33 Tapping into Calm: An Introduction to the Tapping Technique 36:37 Playing Big and with Ease: Applying Sports Psychology to Management 41:19 Starting the Day Right: The Importance of a Morning Routine 43:27 Closing Thoughts: The Path to Greatness
On January 19, 1945, media reports say that Stan “The Man” Musial will enlist in the U.S. military for duty in World War II. Musial will miss the entire 1945 season before returning to the St. Louis Cardinals in 1946.January 19, 1949 – Stan Musialannounced he had purchased half interest in the former 66 Café operated byJulius “Biggie” Garagnani. The restaurant, at 6435 Chippewa would be known asStan Musial and Biggies, Stan said. The National League batting champion andMVP was in the midst of a two-year contract paying him $50,000 per year andsaid his new interest wouldn't interfere with his baseball. “I won't be aroundmuch during the baseball season,” he saidGreatly admired and respected byeveryone in and around baseball, Stan Musial was one of the most popularplayers to ever don a major league uniform. Since big league ball wasn't playedany further west than the city of St. Louis until the Dodgers and Giants movedto California in 1958, Musial was a hero to virtually every young boy who livedbeyond the banks of the Mississippi River during the 1940s and 1950s. TheCardinal outfielder's warm, unpretentious, and easy-going manner also made hima favorite of teammates and opponents alike. Musial's popularity was furtherenhanced by the greatness he displayed on the ballfield – a greatness thatenabled him to win seven batting championships and three National League MostValuable Player Awards during his 22-year career with the Cardinals.Stan Will pass away on January19, 2013 in Ladue, MOIn discussing Musial's legacy on ESPN'sSportsCentury, Bob Costas noted, “He didn't hit a homer in his last at-bat; hehit a single. He didn't hit in 56 straight games. He married his high schoolsweetheart and stayed married to her – never married a Marilyn Monroe. Hedidn't play with the sheer joy and style that goes alongside Willie Mays' name.None of those easy things are there to associate with Stan Musial. All Musialrepresents is more than two decades of sustained excellence and completedecency as a human being American Legion Baseball 1949 Stan Musial
Hardball with Chris Dimino is a podcast almost 20 years in the making. Sportscasting icon Chris Dimino is the most insightful baseball interviewer you've ever heard and his rapport with professional athletes is unmatched. Tune in each week for conversations — not “interviews” — with some of the greatest players and others who have been a part of some of the biggest moments in baseball history like legends Ted Williams, Hank Aaron, Stan Musial, Whitey Ford, Duke Snider and Vin Scully… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices