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Backwards K Pod

An educational and biographical look, at the moments and personalities, that have been woven into the fabric of baseball. Backwards K Where We Collect Ballplayers And Their Stories

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47:15

Ted Williams; The Splendid Splinter

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2022/09/06

As long as Ted Williams could remember, his goal in life was to have people point at him one day and say, " There goes Ted Williams, the greatest hitter who ever lived." And while the the debate over the greatest hitter of all time will forever be vociferously argued by baseball fans as long as the sport is alive, One thing is for sure, The Splendid Splinter, Teddy Ballgame, The Kid, deserves inclusion in any discussion on the topic. From the multiple batting titles, MVP's, and Triple Crowns that

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41:45

The Death Of Ray Chapman

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2022/08/30

The 1920 AL Pennant race was tighter than a bullfrog's ass. The Cleveland Indians and Chicago White Sox were in a virtual tie, while the New York Yankees are breathing down their neck a mere half game back in the standings. This would set the stage for the start of a pivitol three game series; Tribe vs the Yankees, at the Polo Grounds. Game one, August 16th, 1920, saw Indians Shortstop Ray Chapman take a Carl Mays fastball to his head in the fifth inning. He would die 12 hours later, becoming the

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44:15

The Big A Of Anaheim

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2022/08/23

This week, Backwards K Pod will be examining the history of The Big A; Angels Stadium of Anaheim. From her humble beginnings of rural farmland, that once produced oranges, corn and alfalfa sprouts, to the home of a major league franchise that now produces Salmon and Trout. The 56 year old structure is now the fourth oldest stadium in the majors and has a checkered past that includes two major facelifts, country and western crooner Gene Autry, the NFL Rams and Disney. THe Magic Kingdom may be the

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26:45

The Yankees Husband Swap

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2022/08/16

New York Yankees teammates and best friends, Mike Kekich and Fritz Peterson would confide in one another that they were in love with each other's wives. In one of the most bizarre baseball press conferences ever, The two players would announce that their wives had officially agreed in principle, to trading them AND their dogs to one another to live as their significant other. This week's SHORT Stop POD, we examine the swapping of lives. What went right? What went wrong? Backwards K Pod Where We

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29:15

Baseball In The Kingdom Of The Netherlands SHORT Stop...

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2022/08/10

When most people think of the Netherlands, they think Amsterdam, the Red Light District. the Devil's Lettuce and windmills. And while soccer is by far the number one sport in the country, the Dutch have become a powerful European baseball force. As more and more quality players arrive from the Kingdom every year to the majors, I take a historical look at the oldest baseball league outside of the Americas, as well as the bright future of Dutch baseball.

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48:33

Vin Scully Tribute

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2022/08/06

A bonus show, solemn tribute to arguably the greatest baseball play by play announcer who ever lived, Mr Vincent Edward Scully. With his golden throated delivery, powerful command of the English language and impeccable timing, he deployed his oratory skills in a true art form. With a 67 year Dodgers career on his impressive resume, nearly all living baseball fans today, can mark a passage of time in their own lives, with the acknowledgement of his steady and familiar presence. Scully was the

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45:25

The Mahatma; Branch Rickey

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2022/08/02

In a career that spanned over decades and generations, and with the constantly evolving nature of baseball, Branch Rickey was an innovative mind that changed the game forever. He invented the Minor League farm system and batting helmets. He created the first Spring Training complex and advanced metrics like On Base Percentage and Total bases. Of course, he is most notably known for facilitating the arrival of Jackie Robinson, to the Brooklyn Dodgers, to smash the color line. His impact on the game

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47:30

1979 We Are Family Pittsburgh Pirates

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2022/07/26

The 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates, after a dreadful 4-10 start, makes some savvy trades and adopt the Sister Sledge hit song We Are Family as the team's motto. After a furious streak of winning baseball, the underdog Buccos, would work their way out of last place to finally overtake the Expos and Phillies for the NL East Pennant. After destroying the Reds in the 1979 NLCS, the Pirates would take on the favored Baltimore Orioles in the World Series, for the second time during the 70's. Down three games

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50:20

History Of The Mid-Summer Classic

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2022/07/19

The MLB All Star Game is an American Institution. It is rich in legend, folklore and history. It is a never ending story, where every year we get to see a whole new 9 inning chapter, written before our eyes. Every player in the game has the same opportunity to be the hero or the goat. Throughout time, every team has had their share of franchise superstars. Players that stood above the rest. They are the ones that fill the stadiums and only one game brings them together, at the same time every

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47:31

Graig Kreindler ; One On One Interview, Bonus Pod

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2022/07/16

Backwards K Pod Bonus Show #30 going into the 2022 MLB All Star break, Jake Robinson sits down with world renowned baseball artist Graig Kreindler. Thw two discuss juggling kids, marriage, work and baseball. Graig also reveals some of the tricks of his trade, such as the inspiration for any given picture, as well as the timely process it takes for him to complete a mastepiece. A veritable baseball historian, who has painted pictures set in the 1860's, all the way up to today's modern players and

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45:05

Crosley Field

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2022/07/12

In 1912, three magnificent jewel box baseball stadiums come to life. One of those stadiums was the ball yard from yesteryear known as Crosley Field, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. From her innovative drainage system, scoreboard format and lush Kentucky Bluegrass field, Redland Park/Crosley Field would not only set the standard for stadiums of her day, but pass her legacy down to ballparks as templates that are still being used today, in the modern game. #CrosleyField #CincinnatiReds #GarryHerman

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40:00

Ron LeFlore

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2022/07/05

This week's topic is about the amazing path Ron LeFlore took to the Major Leagues, which is unlike any other before or since. After a botched armed robbery in 1970. LeFlore would play the game of baseball for the first time in his life, for the Jackson State Prison baseball team, where he would be discovered by Tigers manager, Billy Martin. Within three years of his release from prison, he would find himself as the starting Center Fielder for his hometown Detroit Tigers, on his way to what

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33:59

Savannah Bananas SHORT Stop POD

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2022/06/28

Unless you are a seamhead living under a rock, you have probably seen or at least heard about the Savannah Bananas, turning the baseball universe on it's head, down in Georgia. Attending a Bananas game is tantamount to going to the circus, and a baseball game, or something that closely resembles one, breaks out. From ballplayers playing on stilts, to the Banana Pep Band banging out music in the stands, to the 60 year old and over senior citizens dance crew called the Banana Nanas, you never know

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57:59

Dodgers Stadium

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2022/06/21

At elevation levels ranging from 400 too 700 feet and after 31 months of relocating 8 million cubic yards of Earth, 13 million pounds of reinforced steel used and an army of construction men who literally moved mountains to build this modern day marvel of engineering. The third oldest stadium in the majors was born, The legendary ballpark also has a sad and sordid backstory, that saw three Mexican-American neighborhoods in the ravine, razed to the ground by the government, for an eventual failed

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55:45

The Incredible Journey Of Livan And Orlando Hernandez

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2022/06/14

This is the story of the two talented baseball playing half brothers. 10 years apart in age, living on two opposite corners of the impoverished Island of Cuba, and their decsions to chase their Major League Baseball dream in the late 1990's. A true rags to riches, terrifying tale, that would have an impact on Cuban ballplayers, seeking the same opportunities, here in the 21st century. #LivanHernandez #OrlandoHernandez #ElDuque #JoeCubas #FidelCastro #GermanMesa #AlbertoHernandez #NewYorkYankees

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01:08:04

Death, Taxes, Cal Ripken Jr

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2022/06/07

During the seasons of of 1982 through 1998, there were only three things that the good citizens of Baltimore could count on. Death, Taxes and Cal Ripken Jr would be in today's lineup. This is the story of the hometown kid, who best exemplified the blue collar roots and work ethic of his city, by just showing up to work and doing your best day in and day out. This is the story of the Iron Man Cal Ripken Jr. #IronMan #CalRipkenJr #IronBird #CalRipkenSr #BaltimoreOrioles #EarlWeaver #DougDeCinces

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46:44

The History Of The Braves

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2022/05/31

The Braves can lay claim to being the oldest, continuously, playing team in all of American professional sports. This week, Backwards K Pod will be dissecting the rich tradition and history of the defending World Champions. A team who's ancestral lineage dates all the way back to 1871 in Boston, Massachusetts. From their 84 years in Beantown, to their brief but successful stint in Milwaukee, to playing it pretty for Atlanta. THe Braves have been a consistent foundation cornerstone to the National

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51:14

Michael Jordan Chases His Baseball Dream

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2022/05/24

Michael Jordan was on top of the world. He was one of the most recognizable athletes on the planet, and arguably the greatest basketball player who ever lived. He had championship rings, two Olympic gold medals, and massive endorsements. After the tragic death of his best friend, his father. Michael suddenly retires from the sport he has dominated for the past nine years, to chase his father's dream for him. To become a Major League Baseball player.... #MichaelJordan #JamesJordan #BirminghamBarons

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46:54

Shibe Park/Connie Mack Stadium

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2022/05/17

In 1908, Philadelphia was a two baseball team city. It was not only home to the established Phillies, it was also where the upstart American League team, the Athletics played under the watchful eye of club owner Ben Shibe and his right hand man, Connie Mack. The A's quickly became the team of choice as they almost immediatly found success and pennants in the City of Brotherly Love. Because of the team's accomplishments on the field and at the gate, the club began construction on the first all

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46:14

Ichiro

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2022/05/10

Before 2001, there had never been a Japanesse position player make it to Major League Baseball. This is the story about one of the greatest pure hitters the game has ever seen. His rise to and through the majors, is unlike any other story in baseball. The player shrouded in mystique, would open the door for his countrymen proving once and for all, that Japanese players could not only play in Major League Baseball, they can excell and shatter records. A true game changer in the history of the

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