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Episode 164 – The Death of Ray Chapman

Ray Chapman was the toast of Cleveland, until 100 years ago this week, when his life was tragically cut short by a Carl Mays fastball that crushed in his skull. Mike and Bill go through the lives of the star-crossed pair who would become forever linked in the history of the game, and the ramifications…

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Episode 165 – Ray Caldwell Electrifying Debut In Cleveland

Ray Caldwell may have finally done enough to call down God’s judgment 101 years ago this week when, while making his first start for Cleveland, he was struck by lightning while on the mound, then got up and finished the game. At the request of Patron Francis Fay, Mike and Bill look back at Caldwell’s…

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Episode 170 – Gabby Hartnett Hits The Homer In the Gloamin’

As darkness fell on Wrigley Field 82 years ago this week, Gabby Hartnett came through with one of the most famous homers in baseball history, which propelled the Cubs into the lead in the National League. Mike and Bill look back on the life and career of the vastly underrated Hartnett, the game and homer…