
Classic Baseball Radio
Ewan Spence
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Through recreations of the original radio broadcasts, the history of America's favorite pastime is retold, one classic game at a time. We use archived news reports, articles, and historical records to recreate the sound and style of the broadcasts. Listen and relive key moments, historical hits, and the legends of today taking to the field when they were at the peak of their career. Add Classic Baseball radio to any podcast app or service; just copy "tinyurl.com/baseballpod" into the "Add RSS Feed" of your app.
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Episodes
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Rollie Fingers, The First Reliever, Orioles At Athletics, May 29, 1971
This is a live baseball game broadcast from May 29, 1971, featuring the Oakland Athletics against the Baltimore Orioles, with pitcher Rollie Fingers on the mound.
·1h 50m - 2
The Wally Berger Story Begins, Boston Braves at Pittsburgh Pirates, May 1, 1930 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1930 baseball game between the Boston Braves and Pittsburgh Pirates as a historical radio-style broadcast.
·2h 19m - 3
Game 165, Giants at Dodgers, October 3, 1962
This episode previews the decisive Game 165 between the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers on October 3, 1962, which will determine who advances to the World Series.
·2h 50m - 4
Baseball In The Shadow Of War, Detroit Tigers at Washington Nationals, May 14, 1941 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1941 baseball game between the Detroit Tigers and Washington Nationals through a historical radio-style broadcast.
·2h 33m - 5
The Pilots' All-Stars, New York Yankees at Seattle Pilots, May 14, 1969
This is a live radio broadcast of a 1969 MLB game between the New York Yankees and Seattle Pilots, featuring commentary on the weather, pitchers, and lineup changes.
·2h 59m - 6
The Forgotten August Night That Defined A Dynasty, Baltimore Orioles at New York Yankees, August 15, 1960 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a pivotal 1960 baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees, presented as a historical radio broadcast to capture the drama of that era.
·2h 14m - 7
Johnny Bench, The Big Red Machine's Magnificent Catcher, Pirates at Reds, 13 August, 1974
This is a live baseball broadcast of a 1974 game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds, featuring detailed player introductions and game commentary.
·2h 31m - 8
Why They Named The AL Batting Title After Rod Carew, Athletics at Twins, April 21, 1969
This episode is a live play-by-play broadcast of a 1969 baseball game between the Minnesota Twins and Oakland Athletics, with introductory commentary on the teams and starting pitcher Dean Chance.
·2h 46m - 9
Waite Hoyt's Other Final Game, Cincinnati Reds at SF Giants, October 3, 1965.
This episode features a historical baseball radio broadcast of Waite Hoyt's final game with the Cincinnati Reds against the San Francisco Giants on October 3, 1965, sponsored by Burger Beer.
·1h 54m - 10
Al Kaline Is A Forever Tiger, Red Sox at Tigers, October 3, 1972
This episode describes a tense 1972 playoff baseball game between the Red Sox and Tigers at Tiger Stadium, focusing on key players and the high-stakes atmosphere.
·2h 47m - 11
Dizzy Dean Takes Revenge On The Gashouse Gang, St Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs, April 24, 1938 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1938 baseball game between the St.
·2h 11m - 12
Third base forever belongs to Brooks Robinson, Yankees at Orioles, April 18, 1964
This episode describes the Yankees' lineup for a historic baseball game against the Orioles on April 18, 1964, highlighting key players like Mickey Mantle.
·3h 24m - 13
Ernie Lombardi Only Slipped Up Once, World Series Game 2, October 5, 1939.
·1h 41m - 14
Celebrating Frank Robinson, Dodgers at Reds, April 15, 1972
This is a live baseball broadcast from Riverfront Stadium covering the opening day game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Cincinnati Reds on April 15, 1972, following a players' strike delay.
·2h 13m - 15
Goodbye Washington, Hello Arlington. Rangers at Yankees, 29 August, 1972
This episode recreates a classic baseball radio broadcast of a twilight doubleheader between the New York Yankees and Texas Rangers, detailing team standings, pitching matchups, and lineups to set the stage for the games.
·2h 36m·5 clips - 16
Fritz Peterson's Summer Of Success, Yankees at Athletics, May 7, 1970
This is a live baseball game commentary from May 7, 1970, featuring the Yankees at the Athletics, with play-by-play action and player statistics.
·1h 49m - 17
Willie Stargell, The Power Pops Batter , Pirates at Phillies, September 11, 1974
This episode provides detailed starting lineups and pitcher information for a 1974 baseball game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Philadelphia Phillies.
·2h 39m - 18
BONUS - From The Clubhouse: The Beauty And History Of Baseball Scorecards (Bonus Episode)
This bonus episode explores the beauty and history of baseball scorecards, featuring a discussion with Liz Thompson about her passion for reviving scorekeeping traditions in the sport.
·23m - 19
Go West, Young Man, Chicago White Sox at Los Angeles Dodgers, October 8, 1959
This episode features a 1959 World Series broadcast between the Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers, including sponsor messages and a tribute to a deceased sports editor.
·2h 9m - 20
Can Ted Williams Save The Day? Detroit Tigers at Boston Red Sox, September 17, 1953 (Recreation).
This episode recreates a 1953 baseball game between the Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox as if it were a live radio broadcast from that era.
·2h 32m - 21
Brooks Robinson And The Redemptions, Cincinnati Reds at Baltimore Orioles, 1970 World Series Game 5
This episode covers the start of Game 5 of the 1970 World Series between the Baltimore Orioles and Cincinnati Reds, focusing on pitcher Mike Cuellar's warm-up and his strikeout of Bobby Tolan.
·2h 22m - 22
What If Nolan Ryan Struck Out Denny Doyle? Phillies at Mets, April 18, 1970.
This is a play-by-play broadcast excerpt from a 1970 MLB game between the Phillies and Mets, focusing on Nolan Ryan pitching to Denny Doyle.
·2h 26m - 23
Dick Fowler, Canada’s Kilted Knuckleballer, St Louis Browns at Philadelphia Athletics, June 25, 1947 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1947 baseball game between the St.
·2h 21m - 24
All The Pennants In A Row, Athletics at Orioles, October 4, 1971
This is a live play-by-play broadcast of Game 2 of the 1971 American League Championship Series between the Oakland Athletics and Baltimore Orioles, focusing on the first inning action.
·1h 47m - 25
Fred Haney’s Sunday Sweep, Milwaukee Braves at Brooklyn Dodgers, June 17, 1956 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1956 baseball game between the Milwaukee Braves and Brooklyn Dodgers, focusing on new manager Fred Haney's first victory after replacing Charlie Grimm.
·2h 19m - 26
Remembering Whitey Herzog, Yankees at Orioles, September 20, 1961
This episode is a historical baseball game broadcast from September 20, 1961, featuring the New York Yankees at the Baltimore Orioles, with play-by-play commentary on the opening moments including an error by Jerry Adair.
·2h 17m - 27
The Go-Go White Sox Are Ready To Win, Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Indians, July 1, 1955 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1955 baseball game between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Indians as a historical radio-style broadcast.
·2h 17m - 28
The Little Professor You Shouldn't Forget, Red Sox at Yankees, October 2, 1949.
A baseball broadcast from October 2, 1949, featuring the Red Sox vs.
·2h 49m - 29
The First Month Of Keith Hernandez's Powerful Career, Phillies at Cardinals, September 14, 1974
This episode provides a detailed recap and commentary on a 1974 baseball game between the Phillies and Cardinals, focusing on Keith Hernandez's early career and the teams' performances.
·2h 34m - 30
Steve Garvey's Perfect Season At First Base, Dodgers at Padres, September 28, 1973.
This episode provides pregame coverage of a 1973 baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, featuring starting lineups and a beer commercial.
·2h 22m - 31
The Birth Of The Big Red Machine, Los Angeles Dodgers at Cincinnati Reds, April 9, 1969 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1969 baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Cincinnati Reds at Crosley Field, presented as a historical radio-style broadcast.
·2h 11m - 32
Juan Marichal, The Dominican Dandy, Giants At Cardinals, June 8, 1962
This episode presents the opening broadcast of a 1962 baseball game between the San Francisco Giants and St.
·2h 55m - 33
Sparky Lyle Was The AL's First Award Winning Reliever, Red Sox at Yankees, July 10, 1971.
This episode discusses Sparky Lyle as the AL's first award-winning reliever and features commentary from Yankee announcers Joe White and Frank Messer about old-timers events and stadium activities.
·2h 19m - 34
Remembering Willie Mays, The Legend Of The Say Hey Kid, Indians at Giants, Game 1, 1954 World Series.
This episode features a 1954 broadcast of the opening game of the World Series between the Cleveland Indians and New York Giants, including interviews with baseball figures like Frankie Frisch and managers.
·3h 33m - 35
Robin Roberts And The Whiz Kids Collapse, Philadelphia Phillies at New York Giants, September 28, 1950 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a pivotal 1950 baseball game between the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Giants, focusing on the Phillies' late-season collapse known as the Whiz Kids.
·2h 9m - 36
Elston Howard Takes Charge In The Bronx, Washington Senators at New York Yankees, June 19, 1963 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1963 baseball game between the Washington Senators and New York Yankees as a historical radio-style broadcast.
·2h 31m - 37
Passeau's Near Perfect Pitching, Chicago Cubs at Detroit Tigers, October 5, 1945
This is a live radio broadcast introduction for Game 3 of the 1945 World Series between the Chicago Cubs and Detroit Tigers at Briggs Stadium in Detroit, focusing on weather conditions, team strengths, and series context.
·2h 13m - 38
The Chairman's Masterpiece, Chicago White Sox at New York Yankees, May 6, 1956
This is a live baseball broadcast from 1956 where announcer Bob Elson describes the weather conditions and announces the starting lineups for a Chicago White Sox vs.
·2h 9m - 39
Lew Burdette's Complete Pitching Lessons, Milwaukee Braves at New York Yankees, 1957 World Series Game 7
This episode provides a detailed play-by-play and analysis of Game 7 of the 1957 World Series between the Milwaukee Braves and New York Yankees, focusing on pitching strategies and key players.
·2h 17m - 40
The Mighty Masanori Murakami, Giants At Mets, August 29 1965
This episode recounts the final 1965 baseball game between the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets at Shea Stadium, focusing on pitcher Masanori Murakami and the Mets' recent performance.
·2h 41m - 41
Dave Winfield Skips The Minors. Houston Astros at San Diego Padres, June 19, 1973 (Recreation)
This episode recreates a 1973 baseball game between the Houston Astros and San Diego Padres, presented as a classic radio-style broadcast with historical context on both teams' recent performances.
·2h 53m - 42
When The Strikes Go On Strike, Yankee at Pirates, Game 7, World Series 1960
This episode describes the setting and anticipation for Game 7 of the 1960 World Series between the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates at Forbes Field in Pittsburgh.
·2h 39m - 43
Sometimes It's Just A Game Of Baseball, Senators at White Sox, July 21, 1937
A live baseball broadcast from Comiskey Park in 1937 features an interview setup and a vivid description of Lions Day festivities, including multiple marching bands parading on the field.
·2h 8m - 44
Wally Moon and Bill Virdon's Rookie-Rookie Double, Cardinals at Cubs, April 12, 1955
·2h 56m - 45
The Last Days Of Dave McNally, Orioles at Athletics, ALCS Game 2, October 6, 1974
This episode provides a detailed pregame lineup announcement for Game 2 of the 1974 ALCS between the Baltimore Orioles and Oakland Athletics, focusing on player positions and batting orders.
·2h 35m - 46
Sometimes The Greats Never Win… Ernie Banks Never Won, Cubs at Mets, 23 September, 1962
This episode discusses the final game of the 1962 baseball season between the Chicago Cubs and New York Mets, highlighting rookie Billy Ott's start and Ernie Banks' career context.
·2h 36m - 47
Bill Madlock Learns To Hit, Rangers at Angels, September 25, 1973.
This is a live baseball broadcast from 1973 featuring the Texas Rangers vs.
·2h 20m - 48
Every Dynasty Needs A Champion… Step Forward Felipe Alou, Braves at Mets, 9 May, 1965
This is a vintage baseball broadcast segment describing the lineup and setup for the second game of a doubleheader between the Milwaukee Braves and New York Mets at Shea Stadium in 1965.
·2h 39m - 49
The Team That Never Lost, Dodgers at Braves, May 14, 1957
A 1957 baseball broadcast previewing a Dodgers vs.
·2h 13m - 50
When You Pitch To The Left, Pitch Like Lefty Grove, Red Sox at White Sox, 31 July, 1936.
This episode recreates a historical baseball broadcast from Comiskey Park, featuring pre-game entertainment by Al Shaq and an interview with a loyal White Sox fan, Marge Kirby, highlighting the community and nostalgia of the sport.
·2h 6m·5 clips - 51
To Live The Impossible Dream, California Angels at Boston Red Sox, July 27, 1967 (Recreation)
Apr 8, 2026·2h 52m - 52
The All-New Washington Senators Take The Field, Senators at Yankees, 2 July, 1961.
Feb 5, 2024·2h 49m - 53
Harmon Killebrew, Idaho's Friendly Slugger, Yankees at Twins, 11 July, 1965.
Jan 28, 2024·2h 24m - 54
The Pirate Who Everyone Loved Was Called Roberto Clemente, Pirates at Expos, 17 July, 1969.
Jan 22, 2024·2h 36m - 55
When 111 Wins Isn't Enough, Giants at Indians, October 1, 1954
Jan 15, 2024·2h 42m - 56
The Year When Wilbur Wood Never Left The Mound, Red Sox at White Sox, August 20, 1972.
Jan 8, 2024·2h 59m - 57
The Last Brooklyn Dodger, Mets at Dodgers, May 22, 1963.
Jan 1, 2024·2h 17m - 58
The White Sox Legend Of Minnie Miñoso, Browns at White Sox, July 1, 1953.
Dec 25, 2023·2h 50m - 59
Nolan Ryan, The Greatest Pitcher Who Never Won The Cy Young, Twins at Angels, September 27, 1973
Dec 18, 2023·2h 49m - 60
Bob Bruce Welcomes The Ryan Express, Mets at Astros, September 19, 1966
Dec 11, 2023·2h 32m - 61
The Impossible Dream, The Triple Crown, and Carl Yastrzemski, Cardinals at Red Sox, World Series Game 2, October 5, 1967.
Dec 4, 2023·2h 37m - 62
Jim Perry Ain't Heavy He's Gaylord's Brother, Orioles at Twins, ALCS Game 1, October 3, 1970.
Nov 27, 2023·2h 42m - 63
The Spitball And Me, Gaylord Perry, Giants at Phillies, May 17, 1969.
Nov 20, 2023·2h 47m - 64
Dick Williams And Three Managers' World Series Triple, Mets at Athletics, October 14, 1973
Nov 13, 2023·3h 44m - 65
The Gashouse Gang's World Series Ejection, Cardinals at Tigers, October 9, 1934
Nov 6, 2023·2h 22m - 66
The Unbearable Tension Of A World Series Game Seven, Yankees at Giants, October 16, 1962
Oct 30, 2023·2h 34m - 67
When You Need A First Baseman, Call For Stan "The Man" Musial, Cardinals at Dodgers, June 16, 1957.
Oct 23, 2023·2h 38m - 68
The Terrific Tom Seaver Guide To Striking Out Everybody, Padres at Mets, April 22, 1970.
Oct 16, 2023·2h 35m - 69
Ron Blomberg Was The First Designated Hitter In The Majors, Yankees at Orioles, June 28th, 1973.
Oct 9, 2023·2h 22m - 70
He Catches, He Hits, He Homers, He's Ted Simmons, Cardinals at Pirates, August 14th, 1971.
Sep 25, 2023·2h 31m - 71
Bert Campaneris Can't Stop Stealing Bases, Orioles at Athletics, April 17th, 1968.
Sep 18, 2023·2h 37m - 72
Tearing Down Roger Maris' Home Run Asterisk Myth, Yankees at Tigers, September 17, 1961.
Sep 11, 2023·2h 38m - 73
The Silver Fox Of Center Field, Duke Snider and the Dodgers at Phillies, April 16 1957.
Sep 4, 2023·3h 8m - 74
Can You Hit Phil Niekro's Knuckleball? Braves at Astros, June 18th, 1967.
Aug 28, 2023·2h 46m - 75
Bob Feller Was The Fastest Pitcher You Ever Saw, Braves at Indians, October 6th 1948.
Aug 21, 2023·2h 1m - 76
Eddie Mathews Was Once, Twice, And Three Times A Brave, Mets at Braves, May 18th 1962
Aug 14, 2023·2h 45m - 77
The First Year Of The Saving Pitcher, Pilots at Angels, April 8th, 1969
Aug 7, 2023·2h 27m - 78
Emmett Ashford, The Umpire Who Broke The Color Barrier, Yankees at Senators, July 3rd, 1966
Jul 31, 2023·2h 39m - 79
Sandy Koufax Passes The Crown To Jim Palmer, Orioles at Dodgers, 6th October, 1966
Jul 17, 2023·2h 47m - 80
Don Newcombe's World Series Rookie Start , Dodgers at Yankees, October 5, 1949
Jul 10, 2023·2h 39m - 81
Bob Friend's New York State Of Mind, Astros at Mets, July 17, 1966
Jun 26, 2023·2h 22m - 82
The Best Leftie In The World Is Warren Spahn, Yankees at Braves, October 1, 1958
Jun 19, 2023·2h 23m - 83
The Afternoon The Singing Cowboy Saw His Angels Arrive, Angels at Orioles, April 11, 1961
Jun 12, 2023·2h 43m - 84
Small Wins Add Up To Huge Career, Milt Pappas' 209 Wins, Dodgers vs Cubs, June 17th, 1972
A recreation of a classic baseball radio broadcast featuring a Cubs game with play-by-play commentary and a commercial break.
Jun 5, 2023·1h 14m - 85
Steal and Hit and Steal and Hit, Bobby Bonds thirty-thirty record, Giants vs Expos, May 10th, 1972
May 1, 2023·2h 38m - 86
From Philadelphia, through Kansas City and Oakland, to Las Vegas. Athletic vs White Sox, July 28th, 1936.
A recreation of a classic baseball radio broadcast featuring a White Sox vs.
Apr 24, 2023·1h 54m - 87
Orlando Cepeda, The Unanimous MVP With Incredible Power, May 20th, 1967
Apr 16, 2023·3h 44m - 88
The Man Who Invented Our Favorite Donut, July 26th, 1955
Apr 10, 2023·2h 35m - 89
Fifty Hit By Pitches In A Single Season, June 11th, 1971
Apr 3, 2023·2h 17m - 90
Jim Bunning's Perfect Game, Phillies at Mets, 21st June 1964
Mar 27, 2023·2h 22m - 91
Ted Williams, The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived, 10th July 1960
Mar 20, 2023·2h 47m - 92
Goodbye New York, 8th September, 1957
A recreation of a classic baseball radio broadcast featuring a game between the Dodgers and Giants at the Polo Grounds.
Mar 13, 2023·1h 33m - 93
Miracle Mets Reach The First NL Divisional Series, 6th October, 1969
Mar 6, 2023·2h 25m - 94
Two St Louis And One World Series, 9th October, 1944
Feb 27, 2023·2h 16m - 95
Remembering Tim McCarver, Cardinals at Mets, 8th June, 1963
Feb 20, 2023·2h 33m - 96
Denny McLain Chases 30 Wins, Athletic at Tigers, 14th September, 1968
A recreation of a 1968 baseball radio broadcast featuring the Detroit Tigers vs.
Feb 13, 2023·1h 50m - 97
Topps' Most Valuable Player In The World, 1952 World Series Game 7
Feb 6, 2023·3h 16m - 98
The All-Star Game of All-Star Games, 13th July, 1971
Jan 30, 2023·2h 37m - 99
Luis Aparicio Steals The Season, Yankees at White Sox, 20th May, 1960
Jan 23, 2023·3h - 100
Goodbye Forbes Field, Cubs at Pirates, 28th June, 1970
Jan 16, 2023·2h 38m - 101
One Final Chance To Win, Mets At Cubs, 30th September 1962
Jan 9, 2023·2h 17m - 102
Satchell Paige And His World Series First, World Series 1948, Game 5
Jan 2, 2023·3h - 103
The Year Of Four 20-Win Pitchers, Angels At Orioles, 6th May, 1971
Dec 26, 2022·2h 14m - 104
Bob Gibson’s Strikeout Masterclass, Tigers at Cardinals, 1968 World Series Game 1
Dec 19, 2022·2h 20m - 105
Goodbye Milwaukee, Mets at Braves, 18th July, 1965
Dec 12, 2022·2h 29m - 106
Striking Out The Greatest, The All Star Game, 10th July 1934.
Dec 5, 2022·3h 14m - 107
Don Larsen's Perfect Game, Dodgers at Yankees, 1956 World Series Game 5
Nov 28, 2022·2h - 108
Astrodome Opening Day, Yankees at Astros (on Astros Radio)
Nov 21, 2022·2h 20m - 109
Astrodome Opening Day, Yankees at Astros (on WCBS Yankees Radio)
Nov 14, 2022·2h 58m - 110
Goodbye, Washington. Yankees at Senators, April 9th, 1971
Nov 7, 2022·2h 25m - 111
Who Will Challenge The Yankees? Red Sox at White Sox, August 2nd, 1936 (Double Header, Game Two)
Oct 31, 2022·2h 34m - 112
Someone Has To Challenge The Bronx Bombers. Red Sox at White Sox, August 2nd, 1936 (Double Header, Game One)
Oct 24, 2022·2h 8m - 113
One Goes Up, One Goes Down. Mets at Cubs, July 14, 1969
Oct 17, 2022·2h 28m - 114
Before They Were Legends, Scully calls for Koufax, Cubs vs Dodgers, June 4th 1957
Oct 10, 2022·3h 2m - 115
The Loudest Three-Run Homer... In The World. Dodgers vs Giants, 1951 National League Playoff, Game 3
Oct 3, 2022·2h 12m - 116
A Final Day Decider In The AL. Yankees vs Red Sox, October 2nd, 1949
Sep 6, 2022·2h 49m - 117
82 Wins And Fighting For The Pennant. Reds vs Mets, 1973 NLCS Game 5
Sep 5, 2022·2h 33m - 118
Dodgers vs Yankees, 1963 World Series Game 4
Sep 4, 2022·2h 30m - 119
Dodgers vs Yankees, 1963 World Series Game 3
Sep 3, 2022·2h 40m - 120
Yankees vs Dodgers, 1963 World Series Game 2
Sep 2, 2022·2h 40m - 121
Yankees vs Dodgers, 1963 World Series Game 1
Sep 1, 2022·2h 34m - 122
Classic Baseball Radio: Trailer
Aug 31, 2022·3m