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Given his legacy, many Americans today believe Jackie Robinson was the first black man to play in Major League Baseball, but that answer is wrong. As far back as the late 19th century, there had been professional baseball leagues that were every bit as segregated as any other aspect of society, but before that, there were, for a brief shining moment, there were teams of black and white men playing with and against each other.

Growing up in a doomed hometown with a missing father and a single mother, Nicholas Dawidoff listened to baseball every night on his bedside radio, the professional ballplayers gradually becoming the men in his life. A portrait of a childhood shaped by a stoical, enterprising mother, a disturbed, dangerous father, the private world of baseball, and the awkwardness of first love, The Crowd Sounds Happy is the moving tale of a spirited boy's coming-of-age in troubled times.

Go Inside the Dugout and get to know your favorite Missoula Paddleheads players and coaches. This podcast from 102.9 ESPN Missoula features exclusive interviews hosted by Geoff Safford, Voice of the Paddleheads.

The 1919 World Series was one that baseball fans would never forget, but the memories are hardly fond. The Chicago White Sox were favored 5:1 to beat the Cincinnati Reds, and for the first time since 1903, the Series would be a best-of-nine format. However, at a time when players were treated as second class, some sought a payday beyond what they made in the leagues, and the White Sox players were some of the most poorly paid in the league.

As Donald Honig points out in his introduction, "Every World Series in itself is a tale with beginning, middle, and end, and because there must be a winner, there must be a hero." Tales of Babe Ruth, Honus Wagner, Grover Cleveland Alexander, Sandy Koufax, and Willie Mays are related by the star players who knew them. Those players recall vivid moments from their World Series games, stretching from 1912 to 1974.

In The Team That Changed Baseball: Roberto Clemente and the 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates, veteran baseball writer Bruce Markusen tells the story of one of the most likable and significant teams in the history of professional sports. In addition to the fact that they fielded the first all-minority lineup in major league history, the 1971 Pirates are noteworthy for the team's inspiring individual performances.

Is the face of American baseball throughout the world that of goodwill ambassador or ugly American? Has baseball crafted its own image or instead been at the mercy of broader forces shaping our society and the globe? The Empire Strikes Out gives us the sweeping story of how baseball and America are intertwined in the export of “the American way."

Relive baseball's storied past through the eyes of famed broadcasters. Organized chronologically, Memories from the Microphone charts the history of baseball broadcasting. Enjoy celebrated stories and personalities that have shaped the game - from Mel Allen to Harry Caray, Vin Scully to Joe Morgan, Ernie Harwell to Red Barber. 

Weekdays from 10am until noon Frank Cusumano brings you the best guests and information in the world of St. Louis Sports and beyond.

The NEW Viva El Birdos podcast will feature a flavor of a little bit of everything! Cardinals roster news and info, team updates, and everything in between!

Black Baseball Media’s The Recess Podcast Series is a captivating and engaging podcast that focuses on a wide range of topics related to the world of black baseball. With insightful commentary, interviews with experts and players, and discussions on the latest news and trends in the sport, this podcast provides a unique and informative look into the dynamic landscape of black baseball. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, The Recess Podcast Series is sure to provide you with valuable insights and entertaining content that will keep you coming back for more. Tune in and join ...

Download and listen to spicy sports takes by one of the few Latina sports personalities in the USA. Commentating on all aspects of sports from football to boxing, Carolina Teague brings unique and thought provoking sports takes. Growing up in the south side of Chicago Carolina became a passionate sports fan by watching every Chicago Bulls game during their 90’s championship run. As the years passed her love for sports commenting and sports debates excited her so much she entered the ROCK THE MIC CONTEST. After slaying more than 150 people, Carolina became the first woman to win the ROCK ...

A weekly podcast that breaks down and analyzes all goings-on in the world of the Baltimore Orioles.Hosted by Josh Linn, former writer at Birds Watcher and Eutaw Street Report.

Locked On Giants podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the San Francisco Giants and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Allen Stiles, a lifelong Giants fan, current radio host and digital creator that has covered the Giants for years, the Locked On Giants podcast provides your daily Giants fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Giants franchise, including game breakdowns and transactions in a data-driven way that’s rational but simple, passionate and accessible. Locked On Giants ...

Stealing Home is the story of an 11-day, nine-game trip with a Little Leaguer - and how plans for perfection delivered things deeper than scores, miles, and smiles. You don't have to drive 3,147 miles to find your way to fatherhood. When Ron did, something magical and rare appeared at the end, inside his heart as well as on a diamond.

Jackie Robinson may have smashed Major League Baseball's color ceiling in 1947, but segregation in the sport had not been entirely eliminated. The preseason ritual of spring training in Florida remained racially restrictive. Black players could not room, eat, or socialize with their white teammates. The only time teams were fully together? On the diamond. Then, two weeks before players reported to spring training, Dr. Ralph Wimbish announced that it was time for a change.

Your favorite New York Mets YouTuber, Wardy, in podcast form.

Coach Duggs (@Coach Duggs) and Frank "The Tank" Fleming (@NjTank99) give their takes on all things sports and demonstrate that being a Barstool Unit is more than just a podcast, it's a lifestyle.

Over eleven years and two separate managerial stints with the Toronto Blue Jays, John Gibbons endeared himself to fans with his folksy manner and his frequent battles with umpires: "Here comes Gibby!" Winning helped too. Under Gibbons's management, the Jays made the American League Championship Series in 2015, ending a twenty-two-year playoff drought; then they did it again in 2016. Along the way the team defied odds, won over a nation, and with one flip of a bat produced one of the most iconic moments in MLB history. 

Tune into Jay Bird Watching, your go-to Toronto Blue Jays podcast for news, insights, and fan interaction! Welcome to the Jay Bird Watching Podcast. We are proudly sponsored by J. Birdy Baseball Company, Canada's Baseball Brand. We are here to bring you all of your Toronto Blue Jays news all in one Podcast. Our hosts Craig Borden, Liz McGuire, and Jason Lyons have got the word on these birds. Join us for our bar room style Blue Jays chat. We want you all in the conversation during our live recordings on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube each week as we aim to be your Blue Jays fan stop....