Two Strike Noise - A Baseball History Podcast

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss the thrill of spring training games and the metaphorical return of baseball season, with some humorous tangents on the Hallmark Channel? To celebrate Black History Month they recount historical tales involving the Negro Leagues, the first night game in 1932, the 1936 Summer Olympics with Mac Robinson, and the various antics of early 20th-century baseball players in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The show closes with a classic round of Wax Packs Heroes, where the battle for baseball card supremacy remains tightly contested.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:33 Spring Training Excitement01:19 Hallmark Channel and Baseball02:21 Listener Contributions and Curated Packs03:34 Negro Leagues and Spring Training History06:12 Franmil Reyes' Unique Training08:31 New Rules and ABS System14:34 Baseball Heists and Convictions17:10 Night Baseball in the Negro Leagues21:03 Mac Robinson: The Forgotten Olympian25:28 More Spring Training Stories35:16 Wax Packs Heroes: The Baseball Card Game42:08 1990 Season Highlights42:55 Trades and Team Changes43:52 Player Stats and Achievements46:05 Memorable Moments and Personal Stories48:37 Player Profiles and Career Highlights50:42 Unexpected Wins and Losses55:03 Final Rounds and Surprising Facts01:12:49 Conclusion and Farewell
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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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In this episode of Two Strike Noise hosts Jeff and Mark celebrate their 278th show, discussing the 1987 Salt Lake Trappers, holders of the longest winning streak in professional baseball history, with 29 consecutive wins. The episode also features an in-depth look at players from the Trappers' remarkable season and their historical impact. Additionally, Wax Pack Heroes returns with a special curated virtual pack sent by a listener, pitting Salt Lake Gulls players against Tacoma Yankees in a fun-filled baseball card showdown.
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00:00 Introduction00:45 Spring Training Updates01:02 Pitchers and Catchers Reporting02:09 Consecutive Stolen Bases Record04:47 Corky Miller: The Folk Hero09:40 The 1987 Salt Lake Trappers Win Streak33:45 Wax Pack Heroes01:10:39 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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Join Jeff and Mark on Two Strike Noise as they discuss some unusual and fascinating baseball moments, including a mercy rule no-hitter in the Caribbean Series, Albert Pujols' knack for hitting home runs upon request, and a former big leaguer making the transition to professional pickle-ball player. The main segment this week looks at some notable last seasons of baseball players. Hear about the unfortunate fates of players like Thurman Munson, Jose Fernandez, and Ray Chapman, and why some names were cut from Jeff's new YouTube video of top 10 list of best final seasons in MLB history. Plus, a tough Wax Pack Heroes showdown featuring nostalgic baseball cards.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:29 Spring Training and International Baseball01:24 Caribbean Series Highlights03:49 Albert Pujols and Seinfeld05:33 Hall of Fame Voting Controversies07:11 JD Martinez and Pickleball08:55 Ruben Sierra's Unique Record10:54 Longest Name Streaks in MLB20:36 Tragic Baseball Stories35:11 Wax Pack Heroes01:09:43 Wrapping Up: Wax Packs Heroes and 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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In this can’t miss episode of To Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark dive into the latest Hall of Fame inductees, discussing the quirks of players like Ichiro, CC Sabathia, and Billy Wagner. They then have a fun and nostalgic debate over Contemporary Era ballot nominees, including Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Kenny Lofton, comparing their career stats and Hall of Fame suitability. The duo wraps up with another thrilling round of their popular card game, Wax Pack Heroes, filled with humor and baseball trivia.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:36 Baseball Trivia and Friends References02:25 Hall of Fame Inductees Discussion11:16 Contemporary Era Hall of Fame Candidates54:05 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Game1:09:18 Wrapping Up and Social Media Plugs
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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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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark delve into various baseball history topics, starting with the story of Cal Ripken Jr.'s minor league team, the Iron Birds, and the infamous Billy Ripken 'f##k face' baseball card, interesting quirks like nickname origins, Vince McMahon's surprising link to Negro League baseball, and a major 1962 cheating scandal involving the Giants that was covered up and rarely discussed. They also honor recently passed players, including Bob Uecker and Tommy Brown, and battle through another round of 'Wax Pack Heroes' with vintage baseball cards. Fun facts, nostalgic moments, and quirky stories make this episode a home run!
00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:14 Cal Ripken Jr. and the Iron Birds03:05 The Billy Ripken Baseball Card Anniversary05:23 Tyler Rogers' Unique Baby Name06:54 Vince McMahon's Surprising Baseball Connection08:21 Negro League Player 'High Pockets' Hudspeth09:58 Ed Delahanty's Penultimate Season Was Crazy11:31 Remembering Bob Uecker and Tommy Brown14:22 Cheating in Baseball History30:12 Wax Pack Heros: Baseball Card Showdown01:00:06 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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In this episode, Mark returns from a busy holiday season and then he and Jeff kick off the new year by reflecting on the recent passing of baseball legend Rickey Henderson and the impact he's had on their love for the game. The dashingly handsome duo navigates through various nostalgic baseball stories, from Bob Guerin's 'Family Feud' appearance to the intriguing history of the Omaha Omahogs. They also delve into notable baseball cards featuring legends like Fernando Valenzuela, Bo Jackson, and Steve Sax, culminating in an exciting and competitive round of Wax Packs Heroes.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back01:03 Tribute to Ricky Henderson04:01 Baseball Stories and Trivia04:27 Jamaican Baseball Legends12:56 Family Feud with Bob Guerin25:28 Baseball Card Collecting29:37 Wax Packs Heroes01:08:07 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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In this gripping episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark (back from vaca) dive into the quirky career of Babe Herman, filled with curious fielding abilties and impressive hitting statistics. They revisit the infamous Colavito curse in Cleveland and discuss Sammy Sosa's controversial public apology. Adding an extra layer of fun, they engage in another thrilling edition of Wax Packs Heroes, featuring a special guest from the 1988 Topps Podcast, David McEllis. Additionally, they announce the winner of a Dave Stewart autographed jersey while reflecting on the importance of baseball history and community engagement. As always, the episode is sprinkled with pop culture references and good-natured, SFW humor.
1988 Topps Podcast - 
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00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:37 Recap of Last Week's Episode02:39 Rocky Colavito Tribute05:15 Sammy Sosa's Apology07:05 Albert Spalding's Impressive Stats13:49 Babe Herman's Baseball Journey30:52 Wax Packs Heroes Game33:51 Unpacking the Cellophane Pack34:05 Choosing Sides and Starting the Game34:34 Brian Downing: The Incredible Bulk37:36 Jim Fregosi: Manager Card Analysis38:55 Randy St. Claire vs. Scott Bales40:54 Juan Beniquez: Hair Points Debate44:07 Mel Hall: The Do Not Talk About List47:54 John Kruk: Not an Athlete, a Baseball Player53:20 Lloyd Mosby: The Shaker from Oakland57:40 Bob Melvin: Future Manager1:03:39 Wrapping Up and Announcing the Winner
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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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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff is joined by special guest David McEllis from the 1988 Topps podcast. With co-host Mark on a rehab assignment, they dive into the 1987 MLB season, known for its unusually high home run rates due to the 'rabbit ball.' They discuss significant events, standout players, and surprising stats from that year, including Paul Molitor's 39-game hitting streak, the Brewers' 13-0 start, and the hard-fought AL East pennant race. They also cover MVP and Cy Young awards, rookies of the year, and the subsequent postseason. Listeners are encouraged to engage with a giveaway contest for an autographed Dave Stewart jersey by answering questions from both podcasts.
1988 Topps Podcast - 
https://open.spotify.com/show/7EppbtnOQF0g1OPcLh2Zd3?si=e4cfb4aadd7b4799
http://1988ToppsPodcast@gmail.com./
@1988toppspodcast.bsky.social
 
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00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:28 Special Guest: David McEllis01:03 Podcast Collaboration and Giveaway Announcement02:20 Hall of Fame News03:47 Dick Allen's Legacy07:35 Dave Parker's Career Highlights12:00 Ryan Sandberg's Health Update12:53 Baseball Songs and Nostalgia16:05 Joe DiMaggio and Baseball Cards18:25 1987 MLB Season Review33:30 The 1987 All-Star Game Highlights34:44 Cheating Scandals of 198735:42 Remarkable Performances and Records37:27 The Exciting 1987 Pennant Race40:48 1987 World Series Recap42:37 Award Winners and Controversies51:38 Rookies and Notable Debuts54:46 Reflecting on the 1987 MLB Season56:40 Giveaway and Podcast Information
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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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Jeff and Mark dive into another episode of Two Strike Noise, the baseball history podcast once described as being “absolutely a baseball history podcast”. Mark is heading out for a vacation, while Jeff stays back to fill the baseball void with upcoming guest host David from the 1988 Topps podcast, a special Dave Stewart jersey giveaway, and various baseball stories from Japanese frying pans (yes this has to do with baseball) to the quirkiest inning in history. The Brewers and Marlins get in on the custom team anthem boat, where do they rank with the Metsmerized and Reds Hot’s of of the baseball universe? The episode wraps up with Wax Pack Heroes, where they open 1990 Fleer and Donruss cards, adding a fun competitive twist to baseball nostalgia.
00:00 Introduction00:26 Vacation Plans and Guest Host Announcement03:23 Japanese Baseball and Unique Merchandise05:38 Chris Bryant's Stolen Lamborghini08:08 Kent Herbeck's Unusual Snack09:47 Trevor Bauer's YouTube Strategy12:35 Jot Gore's Unbelievable Inning18:33 Baseball Music and Team Anthems30:59 Wax Packs Heroes01:03:09 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/
#podernfamily #podnation #baseball #mlb #history #podcast #baseballcards

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' Jeff and Mark discuss former Dodgers first baseman Steve Garvey and his failed political run, as well as his celebrity fishing tournament. The main segment focuses on the career of Gus Weying, a 19th-century pitcher notable for his impressive stats, penchant for hitting batters, and numerous off-field antics, including his love for pigeons. The episode wraps up with a round of Wax Packs Heroes, featuring baseball cards from 1989.
00:00 Introduction01:18 Steve Garvey and Celebrity Bill Fishing Tournament05:16 Interesting Baseball Stats11:12 Gus Weying33:40 Wax Packs Heroes01:08:21 Concluding 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/
#podernfamily #podnation #baseball #mlb #history #podcast #baseballcards