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25 Aug 2020Episode 80 - West Coast Negro Baseball Association & 10 Cent Beers!01:19:45

This week we reveal our baseball pet peeves, Shoeless Joe & pitchers winning batting titles? We go in depth on the very brief existence of the West Coast Negro Baseball Association, a league with the best intentions & backing that never really found a foothold. Plus, a mediocre Cleveland baseball team, tempers flaring between teams, drinking age of 18 & .10 cent beers. What could possibly go wrong?  Also, a new season of Wax Pack Heroes starts after Mark is presented with his ornate championship crown.  

Guy Hecker - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/h/heckegu01.shtml Lenny Randle doesn’t like you trying to hit him - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJPpTXzPxFs

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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

26 Jan 2024Episode 238 - That’s Baseball Baby01:14:10

Covid strikes again, but we fight through it for another episode, a little later than expected. So much to catch up on from MLB! A former pitcher involved in an extra martial affair (shocked!), a former first baseman running for Congress poorly (shocked!), bad food in a major league clubhouse, two fan fests for teams that no longer reside in cities put on by fans, Hall of Fame reactions, Fantasy Camp stories and all the uniform news you could possibly ever ask for heading into the 2024 season.  The Wax Pack Heroes season threatens to come to a close as Jeff is running rough shot all over Mark, making a mockery of this WPH season, blowing through the competition like the 2023 Mets blew through the luxury tax thresh hold. 

Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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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

05 May 2020Episode 64 - Former MLB Pitcher Sean Lowe Part 101:01:20

Former MLB pitcher Sean Lowe joins us this week. He was a first round draft pick by the Cardinals out of Arizona State and went on to play 7 years in the big leagues with the Cards, White Sox, Pirates, Rockies and Royals. Sean tells us about how he found out we was getting called up the first time, his first & only professional HR (you’ll be surprised what he did after that game) and being part of one of the biggest brawls in MLB history when the Tigers and the White Sox squared off three separate times during a game in 2000, resulting in 16 players being suspended for a total of 82 games. He had such great stories we had to break this one up into two episodes!

Don’t forget to check out the First Annual Bump Bailey Wax Pack Hero Tournament of Awesome, only on YouTube. It’s wax & cardboard based combat between some of our favorite podcasts & Twitter people.

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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

07 Jul 2020Episode 73 - Former Brewers Pitcher Don August Pt 201:06:20

We continue our conversation with former Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Don August. Don has had some crazy adventures playing baseball all over the world. This week we cover life outside Major League Baseball including his time playing ball in Mexico and Taiwan. From bandits, to tailgating to singing karaoke with gangsters, Don has literally done it all. Now he can add playing Wax Pack Heroes to that list as well. See what Don pulls from a 1992 Score pack and where he lands on our leaderboard.

Don August on Twitter - https://twitter.com/DonAugust38 The Odd Couple triple play! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A2zB-e3mro

Hear more of Two Strike Noise on the HotMic app. Use Invite code TWOSTRIKENOISE to download it for FREE at http://hotmic.io

Twitter - @twostrikenoise Instagram - @twostrikenoise Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

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

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10 May 2024Episode 249 - Tales From the Dugout v3801:04:07

As long as there’s baseball there’s going to new baseball history and this week we’ve got new Topps cards for, checks notes, hot dogs? We have a JJ Hardy landscaping update, a leftover 420 thought that could revolutionize jerseys (they can’t get any worse), we rag on John Fisher, again, plus we got some good debuts to discuss.  In our Tales segment Mark highlights a 5 tool prospect who left us too early, we get to the bottom of Rod Murphy’s 1990Upper Deck baseball card and we remember a minor league games (not involving Cal Ripken) that didn’t want to end and what one fan had to do to catch the end of it. Wax Pack Heroes includes a special pack sent to us by a listener which let us talk about some players we haven’t brought up before. Thanks top listener Andrew Harner!

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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

30 Aug 2022Episode 180 - Cup Check01:11:15

Can Big Boss save the Fighters? The Mets are trying to catch up with the Yankees in number of retired numbers, but we don’t get this one. A former guest was at Old Timers Day at Citi Field and Mark explains why Ken Griffey Jr. Is not joining us for this episode. Our main segment this week looks at the colorful history of MLB playoffs before the first World Series. Who was playing? What were they playing for?  How tall was it? 1990 Donruss supplies the Wax Pack Heroes where we discover the player with a SABR bio least proportional to their MLB career. 

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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

13 Dec 2022Episode 194 - Toad Ramsey01:07:53

This week we go hard, for the off-season. Which Tom Emanski hat does Fred McGriff choose? We check the short list of MLB players from New Hampshire (it’s quick) and look at numbers if everybody played at Coors field throughout baseball history. In our main segment we chronicle the man who is thought to be the grand father of the knuckleball, Toad Ramsey. His story was made for Two Strike Noise, childhood injury, drinks alot, played while is disguise after being kicked out of a game…only two of those things are true but they could all happen to him. Wax Pack Heroes takes on some 1990 cards where one of us pulls our favorite and least favorite player of all time.

 

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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

06 Dec 2024Episode 271 - Brewers Fever Is A Preventable Condition01:08:29

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 Introduction 00:26 Vacation Plans and Guest Host Announcement 03:23 Japanese Baseball and Unique Merchandise 05:38 Chris Bryant's Stolen Lamborghini 08:08 Kent Herbeck's Unusual Snack 09:47 Trevor Bauer's YouTube Strategy 12:35 Jot Gore's Unbelievable Inning 18:33 Baseball Music and Team Anthems 30:59 Wax Packs Heroes 01:03:09 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

23 Feb 2021Episode 105 - Fernando-Mania01:18:06

The 1981 MLB season was known for two things, a strike and Fernando-mania. Dodger fans went crazy for a 20 year old, left-handed screwballer who captured the interest of the Latin fan base of LA as well as the Rookie of the Year & the Cy Young! There were songs written about him, cereal boxes with his face on them & strikeouts. Lots of them. We talk everything El Toro. Plus, we remember the anniversary of Homer at the Bat & find out some players who turned down a chance to be drawn onto Mr. Burns team of ringers. Finally, Wax Pack Heroes as we rip some 1991 & 92 Topps packs. 

Daniel Jacob  Horine YouTube chat with Dale Murphy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZTuOpeTWXU Fernando El Toro - Lalo Guerrero - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIXiFXVIlSA&ab_channel=TheIerockabilly

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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

05 Jul 2022Episode 172- Red Barrett, Strikeoutter01:06:26

The boys are back with a jam packed show. Since the last show they’ve gone to a card show, met one of the all-time favorite players & discuss what Richard Marx song would be the best theme for the pod. There is also a Lars Nootbaar update and a breakdown Jessie Winker’s crazy past week. Plus, some big news about either Jeff or Mark embarrassing themselves on a baseball diamond in the near future. The main story this week is about Red Barrett and his most famous game that he himself will be very glad to tell you all about. Plus some special packs for Wax Pack Heroes as we head to the minors!

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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

13 Jul 2023Episode 219 - Hey Now, You’re an All Star Episode00:57:45

Major League Baseball’s taking a break for the All Star Game but we’re not! Some familiar names were taken during the MLB Draft this week, a familiar name is now the Yankees hitting coach, Elly De la Cruz runs wild and what was awesome and what wasn’t from the All Star festivities. Mark worked the entire event in Seattle and got some special access, we get to hear about his time at his third All Star Game.  This week we forgo Wax Pack Heroes and play our own version of Immaculate Grid (though Jeff says Immaculate Inning the entire episode). Can you beat their score? Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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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

14 Jun 2024Episode 253 - Rickwood Field01:05:06

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' hosts Jeff and Mark discuss Seattle Mariners' rare place in the standings, the final players on our Field of Dreams whiskey, the pros for tasing fans on the field (there are no cons!),  a Brewers employee's side hustle as a hitman and Jackson Holliday's unique/scary tribute baseball card.

The Giants and Cardinals are getting set to play on historic Rickwood Field next week. We'll talk about what makes it historic. The show wraps up with Wax Packs Heroes, where things happen!

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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

29 Jun 2024Episode 255 - Revisiting The Gladiator, Pete Browning01:23:27

This week, Mark and Jeff find a new player who could be nicknamed “Scrabble”, another Seinfeld giveaway in the minors, does Babe Ruth deserve to have another homer to his name and Mickey Mantle hits a homer and gifts the bat to a young girl and she wasn’t even sick! There’s a Hall of Fame debut for a speedy first baseman (checks notes, yup, speedy first baseman) and a rookie car giveaway. Author Tim Newby (The Original Louisville Slugger, The Life and Times of Forgotten Baseball Legend Pete Browning) joins the guys to talk about Pete Browning. We’ve talked about him before but Tim helps us understand why Ol’ Pete so unique, how Pete might have invented the Designated Hitter and is Pete Hall of Fame worthy? Wax Pack Heroes returns with a couple of special packs from a listener with some new names we have defiantly not talked about before. 

The Original Louisville Slugger. The Life and Times of Forgotten Baseball Legend Pete Browning. by Tim Newby https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985900851/the-original-louisville-slugger/ Tim on Twitter/X - @Tim_Newby9

 

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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

10 Mar 2020Episode 56 - Tales From the Dugout v1001:03:20

What do pitchers and catcher talk about during those meetings on the mound? Live roosters and wedding gifts? Maybe. Alex Avila had a different idea when Max Scherzer was struggling that was right up our alley. Hear about that, player-managers, ideas first used in the Negro Leagues that are still around today and the most common names in baseball.  Plus Wax Pack Heroes, we get rich open junk wax packs. It could happen. 

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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/

07 Feb 2025Episode 277 - The Almost Best Last Seasons in Baseball History01:11:30

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 Introductions 00:29 Spring Training and International Baseball 01:24 Caribbean Series Highlights 03:49 Albert Pujols and Seinfeld 05:33 Hall of Fame Voting Controversies 07:11 JD Martinez and Pickleball 08:55 Ruben Sierra's Unique Record 10:54 Longest Name Streaks in MLB 20:36 Tragic Baseball Stories 35:11 Wax Pack Heroes 01:09:43 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/

#podernfamily #podnation #baseball #mlb #history #podcast #baseballcards

04 May 2021Episode 115 - Pitchers Don’t Cheat01:06:40

If we’ve learned anything from Trevor Bauer in the past year, it’s that apparently every pitcher cheats. Whether you believe it or not, this week we pontificate on some ways in which pitchers might cheat if they were so inclined. Plus, we found out some new info on Howard Johnson’s rib eating championship that involves none other than Rusty Staub, we go over listeners name submissions from last week’s show and we celebrate Star Wars Day with some baseball names worthy of being granted the title of Jedi Master. Finally, we open our first ever packs of cards in Wax Pack Heroes that were produced in this century and scored a relic! 

Mustaches and Baseball Blog - https://mustachesandbaseball-blog.tumblr.com/ BASEBALL AERODYNAMICS - The fluid dynamics of baseball pitches https://www.baseballaero.com/2020/01/30/how-to-legally-scuff-a-baseball-post-45/

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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

16 Aug 2022Episode 178 - Vin Scully, The Voice of Baseball01:13:40

Mark is back and just in time to talk about a pitcher coming out of retirement, some jersey number oddities, a great Rickey Henderson story told by Will Clark and a debut by a recent Hall of Famer. Then, in this week’s main segment, we remember the incomparable Vin Scully. He was the voice of baseball to many growing up and to Dodger fans for over 60 years. He covered some of the most memorable games, baseball and others. We will listen to some of his most famous calls and curious stories. We rip some more 2003 Topps for this week’s version of Wax Pack Heroes. 

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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

10 May 2022Episode 165 - Get Off My Lawn, MLB Edition01:11:39

Another start, another accolade for ShoTime, but he could use an upgrade when it comes to his walk up music and we have just the thing for him! Plus, just how much would it take to root for your least favorite team? The guys discuss their magic number plus what decade did Gar Finnvold or Ham Patterson play in?  The main topic this week is the good ol’ days, or atleast according to MLB social media, any era but the present. Jeff gets some things off his chest about baseball social media as he explains how baseball has always been changing and complaining on social media isn’t going to help. Plus, why aren’t home plates made out of marble any more?  It’s opening week for a new season of Wax Pack Heroes. Who will take the season opener with a pack of 2000 Topps?

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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

22 Nov 2024Episode 270 - Gus Weyhing Hit Batters and Pigeons In Bunches01:08:00

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 Introduction 01:18 Steve Garvey and Celebrity Bill Fishing Tournament 05:16 Interesting Baseball Stats 11:12 Gus Weying 33:40 Wax Packs Heroes 01:08:21 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

30 Jun 2020Episode 72 - Former Brewers Pitcher Don August01:18:17

Don August pitched for the Milwaukee Brewers for 4 years in the MLB. That though, may be the least interesting part of his baseball career. A member of the famed 1984 Olympic team with Mark McGwire, Will Clark, Barry Larking and BJ Surhoff. Beyond representing his country, Don also played baseball in Taiwan, Mexico and Italy. Hear the first part of our conversation with Don and hear about some of his incredible stories from playing on almost every corner of the baseball world. Plus, Mark and Jeff open packs of 1990 Donruss in Wax Pack Heroes. Big money and classic cards are sure to happen.

Don August on Twitter - https://twitter.com/DonAugust38 Ryne Sandberg documentary - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LANE2TzVuLQ&feature=youtu.be Ken Griffey Jr, explains why he’d never play for the Yankees - https://sports.yahoo.com/ken-griffey-jr-explains-hate-of-yankees-why-he-never-wanted-to-play-for-them-152341847.html

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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

10 Jan 2023Episode 197 - Mop Up Duty01:06:10

This week, which states are looking up long dead and gone “Sluggers”? WBC rosters are filling out including a show favorite suiting up, the Butterworths from Mobile were at a Giants game in 1995 and we talk NBA (only for a second and how it relates to a baseball topic, it will never happen again).  Then we do some early spring cleaning/mop up duty with some stories even too quick for a Tales segment. Plus, now you can call us! Leave us a message at 607-216-8811. Add us to your top 5, add us to your family plan, give us the number one saved number spot on your Sports Illustrated football phone! Also, does anybody actually read these notes? It takes Jeff another 15 minutes while the pod is being exported to put together these things. Is ti worth while? 

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25 Feb 2020Episode 54 - A's Spanish Broadcaster Amaury Pi Gonzalez00:59:20

This week special guest Amaury Pi Gonzalez! Amaury has been calling MLB games in Spanish for the A’s since 1977. He has also spent time behind the mic for the Giants, Angels and Mariners, sometimes working for multiple teams at the same time. Amaury talks to us about baseball in Cuba, Minnie Minoso’s knees and acting as Jose Canseco’s translator despite Jose not speaking Spanish. Plus, Amaury remembers players from a pack of ‘89 Topps as he plays Wax Pack Heroes. Will he move to the top of the guest leader board?

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11 Apr 2023Episode 208 - George Diggins00:59:15

Baseball’s in full swing and we’re back in mid-season form talking about more baseball nonsense you won’t find anywhere else. You want to hear about Justin Miller from 2004, we’ve got it. Scoring 7 runs and winning despite being no hit, another record set by Babe Ruth and an alarmingly high number of songs, polka songs even, about baseball in Milwaukee. Our main story this week is about somebody we promise you have never heard of who was part of the first father-son in history, keeping in mind the child labor laws were alot different back in 1904.  Game 2 of this season’s Wax Pack Heroes comes down to the wire with some good names we haven’t pulled before.  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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28 Feb 2025Episode 280 - BaseBall Best Friends Forever: Germany Schaefer and Charlie O'Leary01:03:40

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' hosts Jeff and Mark delve into various baseball history topics. They kick off with discussions on the Yankees' facial hair policy, ABS systems in spring training, and amusing feats and records related to player initials. The highlight of the episode is an in-depth look at legendary baseball best friends Germany Schaefer and Charlie O'Leary, sharing entertaining stories and antics that defined their baseball careers. They wrap up with a game of Wax Pack Heroes and other engaging baseball trivia.

SABR Germany Schaefer - https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/germany-schaefer/ SABR Tigers’ Germany Schaefer ‘wins by a nose’ after calling his shot - https://sabr.org/gamesproj/game/june-24-1906-schaefer-wins-by-a-nose/ SABR 58-year-old Charley O’Leary becomes oldest AL/NL player credited with a hit - https://sabr.org/gamesproj/game/september-30-1934-58-year-old-charley-oleary-becomes-oldest-al-nl-player-credited-with-a-hit/ The madcap life of Germany Schaefer, baseball’s clown prince - https://www.vintagedetroit.com/the-madcap-life-of-germany-schaefer-baseballs-clown-prince/?srsltid=AfmBOoqRNp-ZEnhqbU-bY5W00u8GAwcOmqpET6Fv-kyTzfYDdeR0ei3H

00:00 Introduction and Hosts Banter 00:44 Spring Training Updates and Yankees Facial Hair Policy 04:49 Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS) in Spring Training 08:31 Fun and Games: Bat Boy and Fantasy Football Punishments 09:58 Highest WAR by Initials: A Fun Exploration 16:24 Historical Baseball Antics: Germany Schaefer's Legendary Pranks 31:24 Charlie O'Leary's Baseball Journey 31:35 Germany Schaefer and Charlie O'Leary's Friendship 33:33 Charlie O'Leary's Unusual Baseball Career 36:49 Germany Schaefer's Vaudeville Adventures 38:24 Germany Schaefer's Compassionate Side 40:23 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Game 01:01:06 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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06 Sep 2024Episode 261 - Stan Musial Is Not Afraid of the Dark01:07:00

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.

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20 Oct 2020Episode 88 - Former Mariners Outfielder Chris Snelling01:03:00

Former Mariners outfielder Chris Snelling joins the show to discuss his time in the major leagues, representing Australia in the World Baseball Classic some classic rookie mistakes he made when he was called up to the majors.  We also take our own trip to Kangaroo Court, discuss the history of two in one stirrups and remember the legendary Toots Coyne. Plus Chris plays Wax Pack Heroes with a pack of 1991 Score. 

Rickey versus catchers - http://thebaseballcube.blogspot.com/2011/08/rickey-henderson-and-catchers-who.htmlv

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18 May 2021Episode 117 - Weirdest Trades in Baseball History01:06:15

There is alot to digest when talking about some of the weirdest trades in baseball history, literally. Teams apparently have no problem trading a player for some donuts, catfish, turkeys or barrels of oysters? Other weird asks when trying to make a trade: a new outfield fence, rent, a new suit and ofcourse the old standby, a bag of balls and some bats. Wax Pack Heroes rips some 2007 Upper Deck. 

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14 Jun 2023Episode 216 - Frank Howard, the Capitol Punisher01:06:40

We are looking good this week as we review the new Gucci MLB collection. High fashion meets high and tight pitches and if you’ve got a couple of thousand of dollars earmarked for some questionable designs, you can grab some deals. We hit up the usual debuts and then head into this week’s main segment about Hondo, The Washington Monument, The Capitol Punisher, AKA, Frank Howard. Frank made a big splash with his big body and big swing. He hit some moonshots and did some curls in the sauna in only his jock strap. Listen to find out what the heck that means. This week’s Wax Pack Heroes are some 1990 Donruss. A close battle with a Hall of Famer involved.  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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02 Jun 2020Episode 68 - The Baltimore Yankees?00:58:00

Around the world everybody knows of the New York Yankees. But, do you know where they originated? This week we did a deep dive into the history of the location and nicknames of the four biggest baseball clubs that have called New York City home. This includes ofcourse the Porchclimbers and the Buglars! Mark and Jeff also go head to head in Wax Pack Heroes for the first time in a long time with dualing packs of 1986 Donruss. Note: This was a tough one for us. We weren’t sure whether to release an episode this week with all that is going on in this country. Hopefully it can bring you an hour if distraction. Please be safe.

Top 5 living players - Top 5 living players - https://www.reddit.com/r/baseball/comments/gqmpyb/i_was_reading_the_usa_today_sports_weekly_and/

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12 Jan 2021Episode 99 - Dog Days & Tommy Lasorda01:12:13

We lost Tommy Lasorda last week. He was described as the last “Celebrity Manager”. We review Tommy’s greatest hits, from ranting about Dave Kingman or Kurt Beveacqua or talking his way out of a speeding ticket on CHiPs or even hawking Slim Fast. Plus, we are both dog lovers and so are alot of baseball players. It seems like it’s always been that way. We look at the history of baseball players and their dogs. For Wax Pack Heroes packs of Score Pinnacles give us some of the best looking and oddest cards we’ve ever pulled.  

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18 May 2024Episode 250 - They Still Let Us Make These?01:12:16

Wow, 250 baseball history episodes and they haven’t fired us yet. Alot to get though this week. Khrush Davis crushes cars now, the next gen baseball card relics, more whiskey content but this time baseball related, the weekly Seinfeld story and some ideas to keep pitchers healthy. Our main segment is all about 250. We look at a bunch of players who totaled 250 at something during their careers. Some are surprising and others are Sam Horn.  We have a special Wax Pack Heroes episode with virtual cards from a long time listener. Are the cards stacked against one of us? Find out! 

Field of Dreams whiskey - https://drinkfieldofdreams.com/

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03 May 2022Episode 164 - The Complete and Unauthorized History of Get Metsmerized01:13:21

Mark and Jeff have some suggestions for who to name the newly minted NL DH of the Year award after, breakdown an important record that was broken last week in Philadelphia and remember a couple of very important debuts that happened May 3rd. Then, the line by line examination of the 1986 Tour de Force that was Get Metsmerized. The boasts, the off-beat and mispronounced words and the missed opportunities in what could have been the greatest stadium rock anthem of all time…if it were any god at all. Finally, the closest ever Wax Pack Heroes edition comes down to the final card, finally. 

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28 Jan 2020Episode 51 - The MLB Super Bowl Show01:00:10

It’s Super Bowl week so let’s talk some baseball! That’s all we ever do and we’re going to keep it that way despite “The Big Game”. But we will talk a little football, in particular we talk about players who have spent time in both the MLB and the NFL. That means ofcourse Bo Jackson and Deion Sanders, but there are many more who have stepped both on the baseball diamond and between the hash marks of a football field. Wax Pack Heroes this weeks sees us opening some 1989 Topps in which we pull alot of Athletics and All Star cards. But who will walk away a couple of cents richer?

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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/

13 Oct 2023Episode 229 - Quiz From the Dugout00:58:11

Sorry for the delay, but we’re back with your weekly dose of baseball history. The second best sport on the planet (hockey) took our editor out of town. But as a reward we have for you the following: -Angels fireworks encapsulates their season -Jeff Passon sings -Marlin’s Man hanging with other fan royalty -Possibly our final debut segment for the season? -The first fan to not give a foul ball back Finally, can you beat Mark’s score on our Quiz from the Dugout? Baseball and Canada, streaks and names are the themes and Mark did very well.  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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11 Feb 2020Episode 53 - Baseball Quiz!01:05:30

We have a hard time remembering what day of the week it is but by God we know who started Game 7 of the 1991 World Series. It was Jack Morris by the way. This week we put that useless knowledge to a test and try to trip each other up with some trivia and nicknames. Do we know the difference between the Flying Dutchman and the Frying Dutchmen? More ‘89 Topps in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes. But who will walk away a couple of cents richer?

Malto Bueno Manny! - https://dutchbaseballhangout.wordpress.com/2020/02/05/persistent-rumors-parma-will-land-manny-being-manny/

Is it a Squatcho or an Ouch Button? - https://uni-watch.com/2015/11/18/squatchee-etymology-a-uni-watch-investigation/

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21 Jan 2020Episode 50 - Man of Steal01:30:00

Episode 50 is here! We only need to record 1356 more to equal the number of stolen bases Rickey Henderson swiped in his career. Maybe we will shoot for his career caught stealing mark of 335 first. To celebrate, we are talking Rickey the whole episode! His outrageous numbers and the even more outrageous stories, plus we find out what Rickey thinks the highlight of his career really was and how he “Can’t Get Enough” of it. Plus Wax Pack Heroes is deadlocked at 9-9. Who will take the lead as we power through some ‘91 Donruss.

Harold Reynolds' Rickey Henderson story - https://youtu.be/-pIkcKFbaPo?t=28

30 for 30 Rickey Won't Quit - https://30for30podcasts.com/episodes/rickey-wont-quit/

Dorktown on Rickey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=A-QDXtKHEPY&feature=emb_logo

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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/

21 Sep 2021Episode 135 - Tales from the Dugout v1901:08:40

Big show this week with a bunch of crazy stories! An epic new Rickey Henderson saga that almost got him thrown at, we besmirch a couple of Hall of Famers, we praise the Astros (wait,what!), wonder what’s up with Lars Nootbaar, stick up for Deon Sanders, remember a game where the team won by half a run and extol the toughness of Bob Gibson yet again. Plus another custom pack of baseball cards for Wax Pack Heroes. It must be sweeps week!

Ted Simmons Coca Cola Braised Onion Burger - https://m.facebook.com/watch/?v=252712496655949&_rdr

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20 Apr 2021Episode 113 - Pepperidge Farms Remembers (Baseball Edition)01:18:10

Do you remember players wearing shiny jackets in the dugout? How about special shoes just for Astroturf? How about umpires holding a balloon protector infront of them behind homeplate. They say Pepperidge Farm remembers, well so do Jeff and Mark. This week we remember some things from when we started out as fans of the game that are no longer around. We also relive the best use of a slice of pizza as revenge during a MLB game and rip some 1991 Fleer packs for Wax Pack Heroes. 

Dave Bresnahan - Throwing spuds - https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=bresna001dav Patriot’s Day Pizza - https://www.mlb.com/news/the-fenway-park-pizza-throw-story

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13 Dec 2024Episode 272 - The 1987 MLB Season Was Off the Wall Bonkers01:00:49

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 - 

 

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00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:28 Special Guest: David McEllis 01:03 Podcast Collaboration and Giveaway Announcement 02:20 Hall of Fame News 03:47 Dick Allen's Legacy 07:35 Dave Parker's Career Highlights 12:00 Ryan Sandberg's Health Update 12:53 Baseball Songs and Nostalgia 16:05 Joe DiMaggio and Baseball Cards 18:25 1987 MLB Season Review 33:30 The 1987 All-Star Game Highlights 34:44 Cheating Scandals of 1987 35:42 Remarkable Performances and Records 37:27 The Exciting 1987 Pennant Race 40:48 1987 World Series Recap 42:37 Award Winners and Controversies 51:38 Rookies and Notable Debuts 54:46 Reflecting on the 1987 MLB Season 56:40 Giveaway and Podcast Information

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06 Oct 2020Episode 86 - Baseball Art & Daniel Horine01:08:15

This week we highlight the on going virtual art show and benefit sale benefiting the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Joining us to discuss his work and contribution to the event is show favorite Daniel Horine. We’ve discussed Daniels incredible comic book style baseball work before. Now we hear about his inspiration as well as his work with his all time favorite player of all time, Atlanta Braves great Dale Murphy. Plus, Daniel shares with us his new work specifically for to benefit the NLBM. Daniel also attempts to break the top 10 leader board playing Wax Pack Heroes.

Daniel Horine on the Internet- Instagram- @danieljacobthemaker Twitter- @Danny_Champion Negro League Baseball Museum virtual art show & benefit: https://nlbmart.com/

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06 Jul 2023Episode 218 - The Trades that Almost Were01:02:40

Back from a break and do we ever have alot of baseball to talk about! More strange minor league promotions, the Founding Father of infielders, our new baseball game obsession, knuckleballs back in the big leagues and the train-wreck that is the Kay-Rod show. In our main segment we look at some of the trades that were all but done deals in MLB but ran into a snag that kept them from happening. From big name, Hall of Famers saying “no”, to pay cuts, to deadlines missed and to what would have been the biggest deal in all of professional sports history that was consummated over drinks but fell through after sleeping it off.  Wax Pack Heroes look at some 1991 cards, when a show favorite makes an early appearance.  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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22 Mar 2022Episode 158 - Just Wax Packs01:00:40

We start this week by remembering former guest of the pod Ralph Terry who passed away last week with a clip of him telling one of our favorite stories about meeting some of baseball’s royalty as a young player. Plus we talk Joey Votto’s hobbies, Mr. October in Astros orange (?) & we have our first debut segment of the season. To wrap up the show we open some 2000 Topps and get some big names and big scores. 

Ralph Terry on Two Strike Noise - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tTdKbuiovsP5OZM59jofN?si=whQR50rmQHmG5U4e_LF9Wg

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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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18 Oct 2024Episode 266 - El Tiante01:04:46

Join Jeff and Mark in this episode of Two Strike Noise as they dive into the excitement of the baseball playoffs, dissect memorable home runs, and critique Alex Rodriguez's pregame appearances. The two most handsome baseball history podcast hosts for a niche podcast with no EGOT’s to their credit then explore quirky traditions like the UK’s chestnut-hitting contest and discuss a scandal involving an 82-year-old champion. They also celebrate baseball history, from Connie Mack’s legendary career to Reggie Jackson’s World Series heroics. Nostalgia takes center stage with Wax Pack Heroes, comparing 1990 Topps baseball cards and sharing anecdotes about iconic players, trades, and personal trivia. A light-hearted and entertaining mix of baseball history, stats, and quirky stories perfect for any baseball enthusiast.

Vulf - 1 for 1, Dimaggio - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8fWZ9FjIK4&ab_channel=Vulf

Isotopes Punk Rock Baseball Club - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6Fvd6dEXJM&ab_channel=IsotopesPunkRockBaseballClub

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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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18 Aug 2020Episode 79 - Bob Aspromonte & His Lucky Charm/Entitled Kid01:05:40

This week we talk about fishy HR’s, players born at sea and Oyster Burns. Definitely a bit of a nautical theme. Plus, Bob Aspromonte, a light hitting member of the Colt .45’s who is befriended by a young boy in the hospital. In a baseball tale as old as time, a bed ridden fan asks their favorite player to hit them a home run. What happened after that was beyond anything Babe Ruth or Paul O’Neill could fathom. Finally, Mark is one win away from clinching the first season championship in Wax Pack Heroes. Will he get to pop the cork of the champagne of beers or will he have to wait another week?

Ed Porray - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/p/porraed01.shtml Bob Aspromonte’s SABR bio - https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/67beb8bb

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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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20 Sep 2024Episode 263 - The Pine Tar Game Before The Pine Tar Game01:11:10

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark recount yet another new & unique way the Mariners can lose a game, discover some baseball players with famous relatives and revisit initial thoughts about some newer rules of the game. The main segment this week tells the story of the Yankees game derailed because of the use of a bat with illegal amounts of pine tar, and it had nothing to do with George Brett! Wax Pack Heroes involves some themed baseball cards sent in by a listener.

00:25 Mariners' Unbelievable Loss 05:21 Will Ferrell's Baseball Adventures 07:14 Rob Manfred's Rule Changes 12:59 Famous Baseball Relatives 25:01 The Pine Tar Game Before The Pine Tar Game 37:34 Wax Packs Heroes 1:09:22 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

Great article about the Pine Tar Games referenced in the show - https://tht.fangraphs.com/the-pine-tar-games/

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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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21 Jun 2023Episode 217 - Tales from the Dugout v3401:05:15

Big week here at 2SN, we’ve got news about Chase Utley’s hair, an awkward first pitch conversation in Atlanta, Mickey Mantle relaying a great Billy Martin story, Cardinal’s Hall of Fame drama, some final games of some guys and a big trade date from 1989. In our main segment, we’ve got some Zip Zabel love, Mark has yet another beef with Derek Jeter and we asked ChatGPT some pretty simple baseball questions and got some pretty interesting answers.  This week’s Wax Pack Heroes are some 1991 Score that totaled some of the highest scores we’ve seen in a long time.  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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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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05 Jan 2021Episode 98 - Baseball's First Greatest Showman01:04:05

New year, new history. We start it off right by comparing prices on Cameo and try to figure out why Hall of Famers are so undervalued on the platform. Real important stuff. Christopher Fredrick Wilhelm von der Ahe might have one of the longest names in baseball history. He never picked up a bat or threw a ball but he was one of early baseballs most important owners. He pioneered the fan experience in ways that are still around today. He also wore spats on his shows, always traveled with his 2 greyhounds and changed managers at a pace that would make George Steinbrenner blush. Finally we start the new year off with something that has never happened before in Wax Pack Heroes. 

Please do not give “MLB Hall of Famer” Omar Vizquel money on Cameo - https://www.cameo.com/omarvizquel Tsuyoshi Shinjo attempting a comeback at age 48 - http://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/14038780v

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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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14 Jan 2020Episode 49 - HR Derby & Max Carey01:08:40

The original HR Derby tv show debuted 60 years ago! This week we take a look back at the Hall of Fame players who battled each other for what was big money at the time. If Mickey Mantle, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron and many more could spent part of their off season swinging lumber at LA’s Wrigley Field and we figured we could spend part of ours talking about it. Plus, Max Carey, a speedster in the dead ball era who kept running right into the Live Ball era. Before Lou Brock and Rickey Henderson, there was Max Carey. Wax Pack Heroes has a case of deja vu that has us asking how many Scott Fletcher cards are too many.

HR Derby playlist on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhGxwqriFAqvSrrEDPfe8qxUwa_5nRiRv SABR HR Derby - https://sabr.org/research/home-run-derby-tale-baseball-and-hollywood SABR Max Carey - https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/e3347ea3

Wax Pack Heros on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvh7epD-mqT9qCIV7CNqhog

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/

26 Jul 2022Episode 175 - One Season Wonders01:27:00

Our first post-All Star episode of the season and we’ve got alot to cover. We talk Hall of Fame pitchers and awards as well as look which jersey numbers produce the most WAR both recently and historically and the debuts segments is chalked full of some of the greatest names we’ve seen yet. Author John Vampatella (The Forgotten Game) joins us again to help us sort through some of the greatest one season wonders from the 1980’s and 90’s as well as play another round of Wax Pack Heroes with us. 

John Vampatella - Follow John on all the socials and keep up to date with his latest projects at https://www.johnvampatella.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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16 Nov 2021Episode 142 - Bunts & Hog Calls01:10:47

This week we talk about the first player to win 2 World Series rings in 2 years AND have a string of pearls in the Hall of Fame, an MLB pitcher giving a clown what he deserves and Carlos Correa continues his heel act with a spicy (but true) take on a first ballot Hall of Famer.  In the main segment of the show we ponder if Brett Butler is the best bunter in MLB history and learn about the art of hog calling while learning about pitcher Pea Ridge Day. In Wax Pack Heroes we rip a couple of 1991 Score packs and learn that whoever wrote Luis Soho’s Wikipedia page does not like him very much. 

Adam Wainwright Dunks a Clown - https://www.thescore.com/s/19770633 Hog Calling Highlights - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUY9FmBvqms

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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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14 Feb 2025Episode 278 - The Salt Lake Trappers Go Streaking01:13:06

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.

Trappers YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@29inarow/videos

00:00 Introduction 00:45 Spring Training Updates 01:02 Pitchers and Catchers Reporting 02:09 Consecutive Stolen Bases Record 04:47 Corky Miller: The Folk Hero 09:40 The 1987 Salt Lake Trappers Win Streak 33:45 Wax Pack Heroes 01:10:39 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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16 Jun 2020Episode 70 - Former Rays Outfielder Richie Shaffer Pt. 201:08:00

This week, part two of our conversation with former Tampa Rays outfielder Richie Shaffer joins us. Richie tells us what it was like playing the Atlantic League last season with robot umpires (hint, it wasn’t great), an interesting trip to Cuba to play in an exhibition game where he may have met the head of the Illuminati and all of the interesting passions he is following outside of baseball. We couldn’t let Richie go without having him play a game of Wax Pack Heroes with us and a pack of 1991 Score. Listen to see where will it land on our all time leader board.

Richie Shaffer/Dickie Danger - Twitter - @Rshaff8 Insta - dickydanger8 Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/dickydanger Web - https://www.shafferstories.com

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Don’t forget to check out the First Annual Bump Bailey Wax Pack Hero Tournament of Awesome, only on YouTube. It’s wax & cardboard based combat between some of our favorite podcasts & Twitter people. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdKbD0FVphKchec6-RgOsUBfGddRiC0PB

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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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06 Dec 2022Episode 193 - Orioles Magic, 1988 Style01:10:39

Alot to unpack this week! It is the quintessential off-season show. Word games, baseball and wrestling cross overs, big guys stealing bags, disasters at large hotels and of course the obligatory Rickey Henderson factoid. In out main segment, we relive the first month of the Baltimore Orioles 1988 season. It was over before it started really. The O’s found new and inventive ways to lose 21 straight games to start the season. We’ll remember them all as well as some of the ways players and fans tried to break the streak. We have a couple of curated packs this week for Wax Pack Heroes as we open some cards from the 1981 season, definitely haven’t pulled some of these guys before! 

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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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21 Apr 2020Episode 62 - Oakland A’s Radio Voice Vince Cotroneo01:13:40

Oakland A’s radio voice Vince Cotroneo joins us to talk about calling games at the Astrodome, Vince’s connection to the DiMaggios, calling games with his son, throwing batting practice to Glenn Braggs in the minors (hint, it didn’t end well) and ofcourse Rickey Henderson, there’s always a Rickey Henderson question. Plus, an beautiful wood grained boarders of an ‘87 Topps pack for this week’s Wax Pack heroes.

Vince on Twitter - @vincebaseball

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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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18 Jan 2025Episode 275 - More Cheaters In Baseball01:02:30

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 Welcome 01:14 Cal Ripken Jr. and the Iron Birds 03:05 The Billy Ripken Baseball Card Anniversary 05:23 Tyler Rogers' Unique Baby Name 06:54 Vince McMahon's Surprising Baseball Connection 08:21 Negro League Player 'High Pockets' Hudspeth 09:58 Ed Delahanty's Penultimate Season Was Crazy 11:31 Remembering Bob Uecker and Tommy Brown 14:22 Cheating in Baseball History 30:12 Wax Pack Heros: Baseball Card Showdown 01:00:06 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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30 Nov 2023Episode 233 - Our Hall of Fame Ballots Are In00:54:00

We’re back, still licking our wounds, losing your favorite team can do that to one. That aside, it’s fun to talk baseball again! Ichiro dominating high school girls teams while giving life advice, an Atlanta icon passes away but provides a great Ted Turner being greedy story, Mike Gallego remembers a great Dave Parker moment, Pete Alonso makes us cry and we come up with our best baseball Thanksgiving names.  In our main segment this week we review and cast our votes for the Hall of Fame and we want your ballots too! Grab a ballot on any of our socials or e-mail us to get one and be a part of our HOF class of 2024. Wax Pack Heroes will return next week. Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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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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08 Feb 2022Episode 152 - We Are All Steve Garvey’s Sons01:12:50

Managers as mascots, Shohei Otahni’s weakness finally exposed, NPB fashion updates, Larry Andersen’s stand up routine in the bullpen and more triple plays trivia. In our main story this week we discuss Steve Garvey. From all-American poster boy to Jerry Springer All-Star, we cover Steve’s successful on the field, with the ladies and some very odd appearances in tv and movies and finally as a snake oil salesperson. In Wax Pack Heroes we open some 1989 Topps in a battle for the stale gum.

All the triple plays! - https://stathead.com/tiny/u7MMd Steve Garvey “fan” website - http://www.sonsofstevegarvey.com/v

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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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21 Jul 2020Episode 75 - Lyman Bostock & Old Hoss Radbourn01:09:35

How do ballplayers keep in game shape when on strike? Mike Piazza let’s us in on a little known secret in a classic clip from Baywatch. We also hear the tragic story of talented outfielder Lyman Bostock and his too brief MLB career as well as one of the most old tyme baseball players ever in one of the most old tyme baseball stories ever. Old Hoss Radbourn and his incredible 1884 season. Finally, a can’t miss Wax Pack Heroes which turns into the most expensive segment we’ve ever had. Records are made to be broken, well, we shattered one! Mike Piazza on Baywatch - https://twitter.com/i/status/1279432997759078400 Mike Trout - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/t/troutmi01.shtml Pumpsie Green - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/greenpu01.shtml David Wright - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/w/wrighda03.shtml

Lymon Bostock - https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/b/bostoly01.shtml Old Hoss Radbourn on Twitter - https://twitter.com/OldHossRadbourn

 

 

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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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31 Jan 2023Episode 198 - Tales from the Dugout v3101:12:08

We’re back and we’ve got baseball to talk about. We tackle election fraud trying to figure out what baseball players claimed nicknames proclaiming themselves rulers of some sort. Plus we watch a classic Tommy Lasorda cameo on Police Squad, talk about some fan favorites, pick up some baseball and life tips from some 1980’s 1-900 phone numbers, hear about Pud and Pretzels and remember a hazing ritual that save a man’s life, or atleast his calf. Plus, Wax Pack Heroes.  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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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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09 Aug 2022Episode 177 - All By Myself00:24:08

Jeff’s all by himself this week but there is no lack of things to talk about. We delve into the Yankees very own two strike noise, baseball’s best new nickname, the obligatory Seinfeld reference, Rickey Henderson (because ofcourse), Lars Nootbaar, debuts and to put a bow on it, Vin Scully. 

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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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08 Mar 2022Episode 156 - Tales from the Dugout v2401:05:54

This week, another installment of Tales from the Dugout! We discuss another celebrity that’s on the Rickey bandwagon as well as MC Hammer begging to be our friend. Also, Flint Rhem was a pretty good pitcher but an even better drinker. That leads to alot of drunken hi-jinx which is our middle name. Also, a Ladies Day turns raucous after the home 9’s dreamy pitcher is ejected & we speak as close to admiringly about Barry Bonds as we’re ever going to get. Wax Pack Heroes takes on a couple of packs of 1988 Fleer as we wind down another season. 

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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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18 Oct 2022Episode 187 - Greg Minton, The Moon Man01:10:10

This week in BP, which #MLB playoff announcer has surprised us, what was Randy Johnson’s tell and a very large fine is levied but to whom? Our main story this week is about the aptly named Moon Man, Greg Minton. The nickname fit him for a couple of reasons, but the original one is kinda gross, just like his sinker. It was almost un-hittable for a while. The Moon Man also applies to some of Greg pranks, right up our alley. In Wax Pack Heroes we rip some 1988 Fleer. Hint one pack is pretty good, the other is not. 

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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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15 Dec 2020Episode 96 - Baseball Contracts & Merkle’s Boner Replay01:10:00

The Simpsons, pitching guns powered by gun powder, catching grapefruits from planes is just to wet your appetite. This week we talk about the history of baseball contracts (hint, they have always included some weird things). Plus, we revisit Merkle’s Boner, but this time we talk about the craziness that occurred when they actually had to make up the game that ended in a tie. Finally, in Wax Pack Heroes, we go mano y mano with 2 packs of 1991 Fleer Ultra. 

The first pitching gun - https://baseballhistorydaily.com/2015/03/06/lost-pictures-the-princeton-pitching-gun/

Hear all about Merkle’s Boner way back in Episode 5 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3qsj3QR0YWfn3xsuZgHoQj?si=h6Ncg6-6QK2X_d7W4vPjWQ

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15 Feb 2022Episode 153 - Toni Stone & Joe Reliford01:09:50

This week the worlds of MLB & KPop collide with a good dose of sideburns. We remember some players who have passed recently as well as Honus Wagner’s awesome brother (who also passed but along time ago). Yet another celebrity jumps on the Two Strike Noise bandwagon on social media & we discuss ESPN’s rankings of best uniforms. In our main segment, we celebrate Black History Month with two stories about African American’s in baseball that you might not have heard of before, Toni Stone & Joe Reliford. 1991 Score provide the ammo for this week’s edition of Wax Pack Heroes. 

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02 Aug 2022Episode 176 - Is That Willie Mays Hayes Or Alex Cole?01:18:23

Alot of crazy baseball stuff to catch up on this week! Real stirrups are making a come back, sort of. We address a mis-guided critique and look forward to next year’s Hall of Fame eligible players, hint, it doesn’t take very long, as well as review the Derek Jeter documentary so far and discuss what the most common jersey number is throughout the history of baseball. We then remember Alex Cole’s limited time in the big leagues as it corresponded with the movie Major League before open some 2003 Topps in this week’s version of Wax Pack Heroes.

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20 Dec 2024Episode 273 - Babe Herman But Not THAT Babe Herman01:09:20

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 - 

 

00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:37 Recap of Last Week's Episode 02:39 Rocky Colavito Tribute 05:15 Sammy Sosa's Apology 07:05 Albert Spalding's Impressive Stats 13:49 Babe Herman's Baseball Journey 30:52 Wax Packs Heroes Game 33:51 Unpacking the Cellophane Pack 34:05 Choosing Sides and Starting the Game 34:34 Brian Downing: The Incredible Bulk 37:36 Jim Fregosi: Manager Card Analysis 38:55 Randy St. Claire vs. Scott Bales 40:54 Juan Beniquez: Hair Points Debate 44:07 Mel Hall: The Do Not Talk About List 47:54 John Kruk: Not an Athlete, a Baseball Player 53:20 Lloyd Mosby: The Shaker from Oakland 57:40 Bob Melvin: Future Manager 1:03:39 Wrapping Up and Announcing the Winner

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07 Feb 2023Episode 199 - The Completely Unnecessary History of HBP01:10:23

Alot to cover this week. The Mariners commit the unforgivable sin, batting lineups or lack of, Yogi Berra and TBS tangle and our listeners help us out with some more stolen baseball election news. Our main topic was the one nobody asked for but you’re going to get it anyways. Hit By Pitch, some guys are just pitch magnets so we want to give them their due. We explore the HBP rule as well as some famous HBP in games and the players hand them out and those who take them. Plus we open some AAA cards in this week's Wax Pack Heroes.  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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16 Aug 2023Episode 223 - Tales From the Dugout v3501:13:30

Alot of baseball to cover this week! We pitch the perfect Joey Votto-Zack Grienke cross-over reality show for when they retire, we highlight some Little League World Series highlights, suggest a new style of dugouts and  remember some guys who made their debuts today. Our main segment for this Tales episode is one incredible Yankee game that they have never been able to match and Presidential first pitches. Wax Pack Heroes is decided on a couple of packs of Fleer, one of which is just not good at all. Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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25 Oct 2024Episode 267 - August In October01:11:10

Join Jeff and Mark in this episode of Two Strike Noise as they prepare for the excitement of the World Series, find out a disgraced former MLB pitcher has hit us with a copyright strike! The two most handsome baseball history podcast hosts for a niche podcast with no EGOT’s to their credit then compile a list of baseball’s most Halloween names and also celebrate baseball history, from a non-”boner” Fred Merkle highlight and THE moment of the 1986 World Series. Former MLB pitcher Don August joins the pod again. He shares more of his stories from his time in baseball in the big leagues and almost every other league in the world. 

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10 Nov 2020Episode 91 - We Doubleday Dare You!01:06:30

Just in case you haven’t heard enough about the election, we compare some presidential home run records and remember some other number 46’s. We’ve talked about the Abner Doubleday myth  before, but this week we dive even a little deeper, debunking the Henry Chadwick narrative and introduce Doc Adams who may have been even more influential in the history of baseball. We also look at the games of rounders, townball and even old cat as precursors to today’s game. Plus, Wax Pack Heroes takes on 1990 Fleer. 

 

Twitter feeds mentioned in this show: @baseballminutia @MLBRandomStats

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27 Jul 2021Episode 127 - Joe D. Seals the Deal01:10:30

This week we talk about how Joe DiMaggio dominated the PCL before donning the pinstripes. He suited up for his hometown San Francisco Seals for an odd reason and soon caught the eye of MLB teams back east with his bat. Plus we talk Guardians baseball, the rangers futility, Lars Nootbaar (ofcourse), partake in some listener trivia and remember Charlie Kerfeld’s outstanding pranks in our debuts segment. Finally, we start off a new season of Wax Pack Heroes with a specially curated pair of packs provided by a listener. Who will start this year off on top?

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26 Oct 2021Episode 139 - Who Is the Real Dutch Leonard01:12:29

Dutch Leonard is not a very common name, except for in Major League Baseball. There have been two of them, both pitchers and both with some crazy stories. One tended to trend toward the good, the other a bit more mischievous. Whether it was feuding with Ty Cobb, claiming Tris Speak was throwing games or just getting suspended, alot, the Dutch Leonard’s are fun to talk about. Plus, we discuss how Tony Suck really lived up to his name as well as the anniversary of several very noteworthy games. Wax Pack Heroes revisits some 1988 Score and Donruss. 

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23 Jun 2020Episode 71 - Remembering Yankee Pitcher Tom Sturdivant01:13:30

Tom Sturdivant spent 10 years pitching in Major League Baseball for several different teams, but his greatest success came while he was with the New York Yankees. There he won 2 World Series & maybe even better than that, he became life long friends with men like Mickey Mantle, Billy Martin, Whitey Ford and many more legends of 1950’s baseball. Tom Sturdivant IV, Tom’s grandson with whom he was very close with, joins us to tell us some of the stories his grandfather told him as well as his own personal experiences meeting some of these legendary players. Plus, Mark and Jeff play another round of Wax Pack Heroes with a pack of 1990 Donruss.

Tom Sturdivant memorabilia - https://www.reddit.com/r/NYYankees/comments/h112ou/the_glove_that_my_grandfather_used_in_game_4_of/ https://www.reddit.com/r/baseball/comments/h7djah/this_is_a_plaque_that_don_larsen_gave_to_the/ https://www.reddit.com/r/NYYankees/comments/gsbnzb/the_evolution_of_mickey_mantles_signature_a_lot/

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15 Sep 2020Episode 83 - Popeye, Zim, The Gerbil, Baseball Lifer, Don Zimmer01:11:23

Just imagine never collecting a single paycheck, your entire life, that you didn’t earn from baseball? That was the dream life that Don Zimmer got the chance to live. From player, to coach, to manager to baseball legend. The man with the face only a mother could love spent 66 years in the game, he wore uniforms for more teams than he didn’t. This week we talk about all facets of his career, from the metal screws in his head to the Boys of Zimmer. Plus we look to break to deadlock in season two of Wax pack Heroes with a couple of packs of 1989 Topps. 

Former MLBers in ABL - https://aucklandtuatara.com/news/tuatara-make-big-splash-with-five-mlb-stars/ Don Zimmer Stats - https://www.baseball-reference.com/managers/zimmedo01.shtml Bob Robertson - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Robertson_(announcer)

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11 May 2021Episode 116 - Pitchers Do Cheat!01:22:58

In a Two Strike Noise first, we revisit last week’s topic to further explore pitchers cheating with some new info on Whitey Ford, Nolan Ryan, Rick Honeycutt and Gaylord Perry. Plus, we look at something that blew Jeff’s mind regarding Vinny Castilla as well as Canadian baseball award winners. Finally, another new set of cards for Wax Pack Heroes, this week it’s 1997 Donruss. 

Vinny Castilla’s Walk Up Music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjPA7CXutDw&list=PLlzhZNTYD9Fm5RdJP6AahgduTrUtDSWYn&index=3&ab_channel=BobDylanVEVO Sergio Romo’s Walk Up Music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH6ppOAB5d0&ab_channel=BandaSinaloenseVEVO

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13 Oct 2020Episode 87 - Ron LeFlore Or Is That LaVar Burton?01:06:30

Ron LeFlore is the only player to have lead both leagues in stolen bases. Until this week that was about all we really knew about him. Now, we know alot more. He was discovered while playing in a prison baseball league, because, well, he was in jail. Form the exercise yard to Tiger Stadium LeFlore went on to become an All Star but he could not escape his old life. Hear the whole story or watch the ABC made for tv movie One In A Million. Probably easier to listen to the pod to be honest. Plus, 1988 Fleer s the weapon of choice for this week’s Wax Pack Heroes. 

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05 Apr 2025Episode 283 - MLB’s Historical Opening Week01:08:35

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark cover the action-packed first week of the baseball season. Highlights include PED suspensions, massive contracts, and bizarre events like drones on the field. They delve into unique stories including the crazy way Tom Hanks keeps score, strange happenings in college baseball, and curious historical anecdotes. The duo revisits historic MLB debuts and milestones, debates baseball cycles, and uncovers oddities like a cursed 1919 World Series baseball. The show concludes with an intense session of Wax Packs Heroes featuring virtual 1977 baseball cards.

00:00 Welcome to Two Strike Noise 00:25 Season Highlights and Shenanigans 02:19 Tom Hanks and His Typewriter Obsession 03:44 Controversies in College Baseball 08:32 Historic Baseball Tales 10:52 Debuts and Notable Players 17:41 Cycles and Historic Feats 22:10 Struggles and Superstitions 31:42 New Game: Was He a Yankee? 35:08 Wax Packs Heroes: Rules and Scoring 01:06:41 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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23 Mar 2021Episode 109 - 33 Innings Later01:13:30

We don’t ever want to hear people complain about baseball games taking too long. In 1981 the Rochester Red Wings and Pawtucket Paw Sox decided that 9 innings was not enough for them. It took 33 innings (and a couple of months) for a winner to be declared. Future Hall of Famers Cal Ripken Jr. and Wade Boggs were amongst the players who played the equivalent of 3+ games without a break! We break down the game, the numbers and the stories from professional baseball’s longest game ever. Plus, Twins fighting, a Cub becomes a mule and ofcourse Wax Pack Heroes.

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24 May 2023Episode 213 - Voice of Baseball w/Kirk McKnight01:08:00

Author Kirk McKnight joins us this week to talk about his book, Voices of Baseball, and some of the incredible broadcasters and their incredible stories. In addition, we have the obligatory Lars Nootbaar story, the NPB fighting the yakuza, the two oldest dudes in MLB face off against each other yet again, and ofcourse debuts, one of which is Sugar Jesus.  Kirk stuck around to play a game of Wax Pack Heroes with some 1988 Topps. Where will he rank on our guest scoreboard. Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

Voice of Baseball -  Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Voices-Baseball-Greatest-Broadcasters-Americas/dp/1442277254 Publisher - rowman.com 30% off  DISCOUNT CODE:RLFANDF30

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26 Apr 2023Episode 210 - Everything Is Awful00:56:00

It’s been a rough week for Two Strike Noise. Bad news regarding the future of the Oakland A’s has brought the show down but we shall persist! We’ve got some numbers regarding the A’s and relocation as well as their pitch staff (or guys on the mound trying to pitch?). We imagine a Major League reboot, discuss MLB continuing to tinker with new rules, see a new HBP record and ofcourse have to talk all thing Nootbaar.  We rip a couple of 1988 Topps packs in this week’s Wax Pack Heroes and come up with a science joke that clearly went over Mark’s head.. Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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15 Mar 2024Episode 244 - Parisian Bob Caruthers01:05:40

Joey Votto is back! He’s a man of the people and we’re here for it. We also hear a story from Will Clark about some guy stealing bases, find out what cigarettes the 1934 World Champions smoke, listen to Keith Hernandez learn about Mets jerseys in real time and learn a couple of 244 facts. This week’s main story is about Bob Caruthers, he was Shohei Ohtani 135 years before Shohei Ohtani. He won 40 games multiple times on the mound while leading the league in on base with the bat. He also gave birth to a great team nickname and just might be responsible for the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry. Wax Pack Heroes is back for an exhibition game as we test out some new rules direct from the commissioners office. 

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21 Mar 2023Episode 205 - The Tools of Ignorance01:07:37

Opening Day is lurking and we’re getting ready as we continue to enjoy the World Baseball Classic and some incredible games. We also appropriately discuss some of Elston Howard’s contributions to the game, Japan cracking down on cracking pepper and the spring Koshien tournament is in full swing in Japan, and we have our first set of debuts for the season. In our main segment we look at the history of catcher’s equipment, what started out as something that was ridiculed by both players and fans, turned into some unique attempts at, you know, not dying on the field.  This week we rip a couple of 1991 Score packs as we fine tune the new rules for this season’s Wax Pack Heroes tournament.  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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22 Dec 2020Episode 97 - Homers for the Holidays01:10:20

This week is a full of stocking stuffers from baseball history. With MLB’s announcement regarding Negro League statistics, which records might change hands? Can we find a Mandalorian/baseball connection? Ofcourse we can! Plus, Chicken Wolf saved by a dog, Spiders or the Forest City’s for Cleveland’s new team name and Ted Turner takes over the reigns of his own team, it doesn’t go well. Wax Pack Heroes takes on some Topps Stadium Club in all of their glossy glory. Happy Holidays. We’re taking our first week off next week (cause screw 2020). See you next year!

Luke Appling HR - https://youtu.be/9z7T-iaDzmA

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17 Aug 2024Episode 260 - Slump Busters, Do They Really Work?01:12:10

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark reminisce about baseball's ups and downs, discuss the personal struggles of Mark's favorite team, the usual Seinfeld baseball crossover including a unique Keith Hernandez alarm clock and explore various unique MLB game locations. The segment showcases entertaining stories, such as Derek Jeter's golden thong fiasco and the quirky antics of other baseball players to break slumps. This week’s Wax Pack Heroes, with specially curated theme packs, provided by listener Marshall, it comes down to one exciting rip. Join them for some irreverent & fun baseball history talk!

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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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20 Jul 2021Episode 126 - The Umpire Said What? The Funniest Man in Blue Ever, Ron Luciano01:15:40

This week we find out some minor league teams just never learn when it comes to beer promotions, we look back at a truly historical Padres-Nats game and ofcourse Lars Nootbaar. Our main story this week is the larger than life former MLB umpire (not Eric Gregg) Ron Luciano. From shooting out players on the bases to chatting them up at homeplate, Luciano probably had more fun than anybody else on the field. We recount many of his stories. Plus Wax Pack Heroes playing it loose with some loose singles that were sent to us. We definitely pulled some names that we haven’t discussed before. 

Dollar beer night brawl - https://twitter.com/TJHitchings/status/1415858572500557826?ref_src=twsrc^tfw|twcamp^tweetembed|twterm^1415858572500557826|twgr^|twcon^s1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tmz.com%2F2021%2F07%2F16%2Fnew-jersey-jackals-baseball-game-brawl-fans-fight-miners-dollar-beer-night%2F Andrew Harmer’s great article on the history of multiple All Star Games - https://howtheyplay.com/team-sports/Remembering-when-Major-League-Baseball-hosted-two-All-Star-Games-each-season Daniel Horine’s incredible graphic novel-inspired baseball art - https://howtheyplay.com/team-sports/Remembering-when-Major-League-Baseball-hosted-two-All-Star-Games-each-season

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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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04 Oct 2022Episode 185 - Tales from the Dugout v2801:12:04

Big Boss hangs it up, kind of, Yoenis Cespedes is helping Aaron Judge hit homers, kind of, and Jarrod Saltalamacchia is dethroned as clubhouse managers least favorite player. All that plus some crazy tales from the dugout as we run through some quick stories of forgotten players, games and rainouts from the past this week. In Wax Pack Heroes we rip some Score and Donruss to see who can compile the best team based on stats and mustaches. 

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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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26 Jul 2024Episode 258 - Two Baseball Truths and One Bold Faced Baseball Lie01:13:13

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark explore current events in baseball, including the Mariners' recent challenges, the anticipation for the trade deadline, former MLB stars like Trevor Bauer and Robinson Cano in the Mexican League and they learn about John Coleman and his no good, really bad rookie season (and his modern day counterpart). The main segment is Mark and Jeff each telling three short stories, two of which are true and one that is made up. Can you figure out which is which? Finally, Wax Pack Heroes pits some players from 1991 against each other in a duel to the baseball card death. 

00:00 Introduction and Mariners' Struggles 01:56 Trevor Bauer and Other MLB Players in Mexico 06:17 Astros' 1995 Game and Peculiar Baseball Stories 24:01 Bizarre Baseball Stories: Fact or Fiction? 38:53 Wax Packs Heroes: Baseball Card Battles 41:37 First Round: David Cone vs. Mark Newfield 45:18 Second Round: Todd Van Poppel vs. Mark Dewey 49:37 Third Round: Mike Scott vs. Paul Molitor 53:30 Fourth Round: Todd Stottlemyre vs. Scott Fletcher 58:01 Fifth Round: Juan Berenguer vs. Jack Morris 01:01:30 Sixth Round: Gary Templeton vs. Mike Heath 01:05:08 Seventh Round: Steve Lyons vs. Kevin Seitzer 01:08:45 Eighth Round: Mike Morgan vs. RJ Reynolds 01:11:07 Final Round: Junior Ortiz vs. Jimmy Key 01:13:58 Conclusion 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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24 Aug 2021Episode 131 - Padres & Giants Pitcher Dave Dravecky01:39:05

Episode 131 - Padres & Giants Pitcher Dave Dravecky Some players have stories that are so compelling & great you remember them off the field more than on. Dave Dravecky had a great career on the mound, but what happened to him after a cancer diagnosis and gruesome injury during his comeback are even a better story. In part one of our time with Dave, we talk about playing baseball in Hawaii, his lone career home run, the guys who hit him well, being an All-Star and alot more. Plus, Lars Nootbaar is heating it up in St. Louis, we remember Kent Hrbek’s major league debut and THAT play at first with Ron Gant and finally, another round of Wax Pack Heroes with some custom packs sent in by a listener. 

No Crying in Baseball Podcast - https://www.nocryinginbball.com/ ENDURANCE WITH JAN & DAVE DRAVECKY - https://www.davedravecky.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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21 Jul 2023Episode 220 - Dick Higham, I Hardly Knew Him01:11:27

A couple of days late but still full of MLB frivolity. Mark and Jeff kick around the idea of a “Legends” home run derby, review Ted Williams and Joe DiMaggio’s numbers during “the streak” and learn about a kid getting thrown in jail for keeping a foul ball. Very strong class of debuts for this week where Luis Tiant might be the weakest link if that tells you how good it is. Our main story this week is about Dick Higham, player, manager and umpire who definitely was never on the take despite the letter he sent to his bookie telling him to bet money on when he was umpiring. Totally not guilty! Wax Pack Heroes returns with a couple of packs of 1991 Fleer, don’t worry, you don't have to look at them! Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

Pop Fly at the Field of Dreams - https://popflypopshop.com/products/pop-fly-pop-shop-at-field-of-dreams

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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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15 Mar 2022Episode 157 - Pete Browning, aka Pietro Gladiator Redlight Distillery Browning01:12:43

Since there are already enough Mr. Belvedere podcasts, we’re going to stick to baseball history. Speaking of baseball, it’s back! We start off the first pod of spring training with some historical anniversaries, one of the first players to get paid and the other an inside the park home run that left on fielder stuck to the wall & another one doubled over laughing. Our main topic this week is somebody we talked about briefly a couple of weeks back, the original Louisville Slugger, Pete Browning. He’s most famous for bats, but he had a strange career and a hard life. Finally, in Wax Pack Heroes 1997 Donruss prove to be some exciting names, who will pull the most exciting?  

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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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06 Jul 2021Episode 124 - Tales from the Dugout v1801:09:01

It’s been a couple of weeks so it’s time to empty out the strange but true baseball stories that have piled up since the last one. We sample some “unique” music form the Diamondbacks stadium, highlight some players other than Bobby Bonilla that are still getting paid, take a look at what Lars Nootbaar is up to this week as well as relive some classic baseball car pranks, Bo Jackson doing Bo Jackson things in a pool and Johnny Bench putting a veteran pitcher in his place as a rookie. Finally, another episode of Wax Pack Heroes, hint we pulled a Gregg Jefferies rookie card, so we basically hit the lottery.

Chase Field roof opening music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuiPvnto1T8&t=113s&ab_channel=chrispythegull

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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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09 Mar 2021Episode 107 - Hugh Daily, Caught One Handed01:16:20

Before Jim Abbott, there was Hugh Daily. He was a fiery, one handed, Irishman who was one of the first pitchers to throw over hand. The biggest problem with having Hugh on your team though was, nobody liked him. His penchant for causing a train wreck mixed with striking out batters made him popular with fans, but much less so with his teammates. Plus we cover more Adam Ottovino fan-fiction written by Adam himself regarding his new team, we find out why Jim Kaat was such a great fielding pitcher and we take on some of the blandest Donruss cards ever in Wax Pack Heroes but make them as exciting as a no hitter in the ninth. 

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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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13 Sep 2022Episode 182 - Night Kangaroo Court01:06:50

This week, Ham Swaggerty makes Joe Simpson mad, Ted Williams doesn’t like neck ties, Joe DiMaggio stand Chesterfield cigarettes, we review Sept 13 in baseball history, Gaby Street makes another appearance and we delve into some of the craziest fines ever doled out in MLB Kangaroo Courts. In this week’s Wax Pack Heroes, we battle with some 2003 Topps. 

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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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30 Nov 2021Episode 143 - Bobby Valentine, Valentine’s Way00:58:42

This week former player & manager Bobby Valentine joins us to talk about his career. We talk about his infamous disguise in the dugout (we also find out it was not the first time he had gone undercover),  managing & playing with our all-time favorite players, how many times he deserved to be tossed and George Steinbrenner did WHAT to the visiting clubhouse at Shea Stadium during the 2000 World Series? Bobby was also nice enough to open a pack of 1990 Upper Deck cards with us and had some great stories about some of the players we pulled (it was the perfect time to pull a Geno Petralli!). 

Valentine's Way: My Adventurous Life and Times - https://www.amazon.com/Valentines-Way-Adventurous-Life-Times/dp/1637580940 Bobby Valentine’s Sports Academy - https://bvacademy.com/ Spill the Beans with Ryan Spilboroghs - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4jOPm2-y50&ab_channel=ColoradoRockies Two Strke Noise TWIB Rewatch - https://youtu.be/9dWU4ItK2hc

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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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04 Apr 2023Episode 207 - One Rule Five to Rule Them All01:07:43

Happy Opening Week to those who celebrate. Alot of historic firsts this past week with new rules and big performances. We hear from some of our favorite players on the rule changes and some familiar names with new jobs this year. We get political about MLB blackouts, and ofcourse we check in with our boy Lars Nootbaar and see what condiments he’s going to be rocking in the MLB this season. Our main topic this week if the history between the minor leagues and Major League Baseball. We discover that one rule we know about has been around alot longer than we thought and some very famous names have been involved.  It Opening Week for a new season of Wax Pack Heroes as well. Who’s going to use some 2003 Topps to take an early lead?  Don’t forget, you can leave us a message at 607-216-8811. 

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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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01 Mar 2024Episode 242 - Hack Wilson Hits Everything Hard01:03:05

We’re back louder than ever after a week off with the first Lars Nootbaar update of the year, NCAA baseball HBP’s, a new Manny being Manny story, possible expansion city talk (with bonus state capitols)and MLBPA discounts. Our main story this week we look at Hack Wilson. We’ve referenced him plenty but know we get to know about him. He could hit the baseball, a person or the bottle equally as hard.  Wax Pack Heroes is back for an exhibition game as we test out some new rules direct from the commissioners office. 

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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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15 Nov 2022Episode 191 - Your Newest Hall of Fame Members Are…01:15:23

We’re back at it this week where we discuss a former show favorite who was cast in the original movie production of Grease but turned down the role. Who was it? Then we dive into the Contemporary Baseball Era Players Committee’s final ballot and go through all of the numbers as well as some other equally important things about each player like quality of nicknames, controversies and ofcourse pop culture relevance. Taking all of that into account, we have two new Hall of Fame members that will no doubt open the flood gates for some other players that have been left out for one specific reason. Don’t blame us! We’re just adding the number up! Finally, a quick version of Wax Pack Heroes with some 1990 Donruss.

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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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04 Jan 2022Episode 147 - May 1, 199101:08:27

We couldn’t forgive ourselves if we didn’t start the new year off without paying tribute to the one and only Betty White (ofcourse related to baseball). Then we do what we do best, talk about Rickey Henderson and Nolan Ryan. One fateful day in May, two of the greatest players to ever put on a uniform did something that might not ever be equaled again in a single day in baseball. In our first Wax Pack Heroes of the year, we open a couple of 1990 Donruss and bask in the waxy goodness.

Pop Fly Pop Shop talk with Alan Trammel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZ5wpBpCp5w Reliever top win totals - https://stathead.com/tiny/pVKc1

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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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05 Oct 2021Episode 136 - ALCS Game 5, The Forgotten Game01:12:22

Author John Vampatella joins us to talk about his new book, The Forgotten Game, which chronicles Game 5 of the 2004 ALCS. Sandwiched between Big Papi’s 12th inning walk to keep the Red Sox in the Series and the infamous Bloody Sock Game, Game 5 was a marathon with two Hall of Fame pitchers on the mound (Mussina v Martinez). John was a blast to talk to about 80’s, 90’s & 2000’s MLB. Ofcourse there’s a Lars Nootbaar update, golf & baseball & which team has suffered the most ruptured um, man nether-regions? And why is anybody keeping track? Plus John sticks around for a round of Wax Pack Heroes. 

John Vampatella Website - https://www.johnvampatella.com/featuredproject The Forgotten Game on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Forgotten-Game-2004-ALCS-Yankees/dp/1642939889 2004 ALCS Game 5 box score - https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/BOS/BOS200410180.shtml

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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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08 Sep 2020Episode 82 - Joe Bauman, the Biggest Bat You’ve Never Heard Of01:02:56

Chickens in the outfield, bags of flour dropping on the infield from above and fewer pictures of all of this than of Bigfoot. We’ll get to the bottom of this Dodger Field mystery. Plus chicks dig the long ball. If that’s true, Joe Bauman must have been very popular in the Longhorn League. Joe put together what might be the best season in the history of baseball in 1954. Babe Ruth, Roger Maris, even Mark McGwire could not equal the 138 game totals Joe put up for the Roswell Rockets. We’ll share all the gaudy numbers. Finally, 6-year MLB veteran Wes Chamberlain (Phillies & Red Sox) joins us for a round of Wax Pack Heroes. Where will he land on our leader board and just how many Hall of Famers can one pack contain? 

 

Wes Chamberlain -  https://theweschamberlain.com/ https://twitter.com/weschamberlain4

Slim Love - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slim_Love

Joe Bauman http://research.sabr.org/journals/joe-bauman-hit-72-home-runs https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/joe-bauman/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Bauman

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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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