Two Strike Noise - A Baseball History Podcast

Episode 296 - The Iron Man of the Mound: Mike Marshall’s 1974 Season

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark open in the Jesus Montero Studio, where an ice cream sandwich has never been more dangerous. From there, the guys dig into a card-collecting dad-and-son duo who cornered the market on Greg Briley, a record-shattering Hall of Fame induction program, and John Kruk’s musings on clocks, vegans, and sandwiches.They check in on the Little League World Series, where one Canadian kid has already labeled Juan Soto “overrated,” and highlight professional sluggers who quietly joined the 500-home run club outside MLB. Plus, anniversaries and debuts galore: Nolan Ryan’s 5,000th strikeout, Carmelo Martinez’s fly-ball “weakness,” Big Mac’s towel-wrapped sitcom cameo, and Dustin Pedroia’s Hall of Very Good candidacy.The main feature this week is Mark’s deep dive into Mike Marshall — not the Dodgers first baseman, but the 1974 Cy Young–winning reliever whose 106 appearances, 208 innings, and obsession with kinesiology made him one of baseball’s most fascinating arms.And as always, we wrap with another round of Wax Pack Heroes — where mullets, mustaches, and manager cards all come into play.
00:00 Introduction and Studio Banter03:17 Baseball Card Collecting Adventures06:00 Historic Baseball Memorabilia08:16 John Kruk's Hilarious Commentary10:00 Little League World Series Highlights11:51 500+ Home Run Club15:58 Baseball Debuts and Nostalgia21:05 Mike Marshall: The Iron Man Reliever32:46 Wax Pack Heroes Game48:35 Final Thoughts and Outro
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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/
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Episode 296 - The Babe You Forgot, Babe Phelps

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark cover some fresh headlines around the game — including Mariano Rivera going down at Yankees Old-Timers’ Day, Jen Pawol breaking barriers behind the plate, and Fernando Rodney still firing arrows in Canada at age 48.The main topic this week is Babe Phelps, one of baseball’s many “Babes,” but maybe the quirkiest of the bunch. From hitting .367 as a catcher, to Casey Stengel roasting his pitch-calling, to being nicknamed “The Grounded Blimp” after refusing to fly, Phelps collected as many roommate stories as base hits. Along the way, we meet a young Pee Wee Reese moving hotel furniture in his sleep, Tom Zachary hiding wallets on the floor, and even Babe Ruth bunking with Phelps on the road.The episode wraps up with another round of Wax Pack Heroes, tearing open some cardboard to see which stars and oddballs pop out this week.
00:00 Introduction and Banter01:13 Upcoming Milestone Episode01:52 Yankees Old Timers Game04:21 Jen Powel08:08 Fernando Rodney's New Chapter10:52 Baseball Players and Pokemon Cards13:51 Babe Phelps: The Forgotten Babe27:36 Wax Pack Heroes48:16 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
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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/
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Episode 294 - Why The Naked Gun’s Baseball Scene Is a Hall of Fame Comedy Moment

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss Shin-Soo Choo stepping in as director of Baseball Queen, a new reality series where former female athletes take on the challenge of learning baseball from scratch. They also cover some fresh player nicknames, memorable closer entrances, and notable big-league debuts.The main topic this week is the legendary baseball finale of the original The Naked Gun — packed with hilarious gags, surprising cameos, and behind-the-scenes baseball trivia that turned this ninth-inning chaos into one of the funniest sports scenes in movie history.The episode wraps up with another round of Wax Pack Heroes, ripping into a stack of 1988 baseball cards to see which stars, surprises, and forgotten names we uncover.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:38 Baseball Talk: Trade Deadline and Player Stats03:57 Mariners Updates and Sin Chuchu's New Role06:57 Little League World Series and Wholesome Moments08:27 Two Strike Noise Origin and Baseball Nicknames12:25 Debuts and Hall of Fame Discussions17:02 Pop Culture and Baseball: The Naked Gun40:00 Wax Pack Heroes: Baseball Card Game57:51 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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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/
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Episode 294 - Denny McLain, A Jerk with a Fastball

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss Mark’s recent experiences at Cooperstown's Hall of Fame induction, including interactions with various baseball legends like Johnny Bench, Juan Marichal, and Scott Rolen. The main topic this week is the notorious career of Denny McLain, detailing his rise to baseball stardom and subsequent fall due to controversies and legal troubles. The show wraps up with a preseason edition of Wax Pack Heroes, featuring a matchup of 1981 baseball cards.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions01:02 Cooperstown Hall of Fame Experience11:35 Debuts and Baseball History17:23 Denny McLain: A Pitcher's Journey41:52 Wax Pack Heroes Game55:01 Closing Remarks and Future Plans
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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/
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Episode 293 - Cobb and Ruth's Golf Adventure

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark (providing in-depth and pointedly observant pre-recorded comments from Cooperstown during Ichiro's Hall of Fame induction) discuss the news of Jim Clancy's passing and the shocking charges against the newest Do-Not-Talk-About-List member, Dan Serafini, Chris Carter's career and recent milestones, and the Hall of Fame weekend's special team hats. This week’s main segment features the legendary rivalry between Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth. The narrative dives into their ideological baseball differences and a historic charity golf series. Mark admits something about past Wax Pack Heroes games before the episode wraps up.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:24 Ichiro's Hall of Fame Induction01:07 BP Segment: Remembering Jim Clancy and Dan Serafini03:03 Chris Carter's Career Highlights05:47 Hall of Fame Weekend Hats09:19 Main Segment: Ty Cobb vs. Babe Ruth20:08 Wax Pack Heroes20:54 Closing Remarks
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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/
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Episode 292 - 1985 World Series, Glenn Frey versus Prince

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark discuss a range of baseball history topics, starting with a critique of Justin Verlander's recent performances, a wind-induced balk in the 1961 All-Star game and its parallels today. The talk shifts to notable debuts, including Babe Ruth and Cal Raleigh, and some colorful history involving Hal McRae. The main segment features guest Marshall Garvey discussing his book on the 1985 World Series, highlighting key moments in pop culture, sports, and the captivating 1985 World Series. The episode blends historical insights with nostalgic anecdotes and rounds off with a fun session of Wax Pack Heroes featuring memorable baseball cards.
Marshall Garvey:Twitter/X: @MarshallGarvey Official website: https://marshallpgarvey.com/Instagram: marshalltheirishBluesky: marshall8507.bsky.social Facebook: People can look me up there Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Interstate-85-Cardinals-Show-Me-American/dp/0826223273 Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/interstate-85-marshall-garvey/1146352383?ean=9780826223272 University of Missouri Press: https://upress.missouri.edu/9780826223272/interstate-85/  Substack: https://marshallgarveyy.substack.com/
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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/
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Episode 291 - Billy, The Mick and Whitey Go To The Copa

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark recount the infamous Brooklyn Yankees brawl at the Copa Cabana in 1957, involving Billy Martin, Mickey Mantle, and other Yankees players. They share anecdotes about the mob-run nightclub and the fallout of the incident on the Yankees' season. The hosts also explore player histories and quirky trivia when unboxing a pack of re-packed wax baseball cards, revealing some gems like…listen to find out who. The episode includes some strange Rockies stories, lightning strikes, and Fernando Tatis, Jr. suing people.
00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise01:23 SABR Convention Highlights03:09 Player Investment Scams07:00 Rockies Lawsuit Drama13:45 All Ryan Meetup at Coors Field15:33 Baseball Debuts on June 27th23:47 The Copa Cabana Incident38:39 Wax Packs Heroes: Unboxing and Discussion01:02:42 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up
PopFly Pop Shop - https://popflypopshop.com/Repacked Wax - https://repackedwax.com/
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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/
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Episode 290 - Dave Orr, Gentleman of Leisure & Baseball

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss fond memories of Tom Wilhelmson, before sharing a recap of Jeff’s Louisville Slugger visit, finding Pete Browning's grave, and trying to locate Chicken Wolf’s. The hosts touch on minor league name rebranding initiatives by John Oliver and brainstorm suggestions for the Erie SeaWolves. The episode also features notable historical baseball debuts and achievements from June 20th, including Bob Welch, Ivan Rodriguez, and Miguel Cabrera. The main segment focuses on the life and career of forgotten 19th-century baseball player Dave Orr. Finally, the Wax Packs Heroes game segment highlights memorable cards and players, including Jeff Reed and Kevin Mitchell.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:29 Baseball Memories and Anecdotes01:37 Show Milestones and Listener Updates03:07 Louisville Baseball Trip Highlights06:12 Minor League Rebranding with John Oliver10:11 Historical Baseball Debuts and Events16:31 The Story of Dave Orr29:25 Wax Pack Heroes: New Season32:49 Scoring System and Pack Selection
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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/
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Episode 289 - Jefferson Burdick -The Cardfather

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark welcome listeners to another engaging dive into baseball history from the historic Eric Bedard studio. They begin with an amusing discussion on favorite saxophonists, highlighting Nationals reliever Jose Ferrer, who is self-teaching the saxophone via Youtube, it’s going great. They also discuss a surprising story about former MLB player Eric Anthony discovering his biological father was a Dodgers legend. They recount events in baseball history, including significant player debuts and unique player nicknames, and cover the important contributions of Jefferson Burdick to baseball card collecting. The episode wraps up with the climax of Wax Packs Heroes, with a dramatic game seven showdown featuring baseball cards from 1984, ultimately crowning this season's champion.
00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise00:46 Warming Up with BP Segment00:59 Saxophone Shenanigans03:46 Baseball Family Discoveries07:37 Historic Debuts and Player Highlights15:28 Jefferson Burdick: The Ultimate Collector25:32 Sweet Bread Bailey: A Forgotten Name30:14 Wax Packs Heroes01:06:52 Champ Summers: A New Meme01:09:50 Wrapping Up and Future Plans
 
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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/
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Episode 288 - I Wanna Rock, Not Tim Raines Related

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss the impact of baseball in music videos, particularly MC Hammer's 'Too Legit to Quit,' featuring several pro athletes. The hosts provide updates on real-life events and baseball history, including Dick Schofield's unique playing stats, the Rockies' poor performance, and controversies around John Rocker's appearance on Survivor. The show wraps up with an exciting round of Wax Packs Heroes, showcasing baseball cards from 1985, including Mike Scott, Eddie Murray, and Tony Gwynn.
Grid For A Cure - https://youtube.com/live/a1jT4hyZ2Ns?feature=shareJeff Pearlman - John Rocker clip - https://youtu.be/XwwGmgYyfCA?si=aLdoQACJ5f4ha3Fk
00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise01:10 Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Oakland Ballers03:41 Baseball in Music Videos09:41 Listener Emails and Corrections13:29 Rockies' Struggles and Immaculate Grid17:58 Turkey Mike Donlin Stories22:24 John Rocker on Survivor34:18 Wax Pack Heroes01:09:23 Wrapping Up and Announcements
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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/
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