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The Amazing Turnaround Season of the 1973 New York Mets with Guest, Len Ferman, The Sports Time Traveler

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500

They had one of the most remarkable turnarounds in professional sports history. The 1973 Mets defied the odds and went from worst to first in two months. The Sports Time Traveler Len Ferman visits the Pigpen to remember the 1973 New York Mets and their remarkable season.

Here is where to find more of Len's work: The Sports Time Traveler.

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Here is a link to the post we have on Matthew's book

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The Greatest Pro Hockey Coaches in History with Author Matthew DiBiase

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Author and passionate historian Matthew DiBiase joins us once again to talk about hockey history and the most outstanding pro coaches in his recent book Bench Bosses.

Here is a link to take you to a place to buy Bench Bosses

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Do You Believe in Magic, Baseball and the Year 1966? Author David Krell shares discussion on his latest book

Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The year 1966 though not remembered by many, was pivotal in baseball, entertainment, politics, and more; Author David Krell has it all in writing for us to celebrate this fascinating year and the changes it brought through space, pop culture, and baseball. His latest book, "Do You Believe in Magic?: Baseball and America in the Groundbreaking Year of 1966," is on sale now and peers into this year of change.

David joins us in this episode to discuss.

The May 17 Dispatch of Sports History

Wed, 17 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We share the memories of sports' greatest moments, athletes, and performances by recognizing the people and the gear and numbers they were represented by in the contests associated with May 17.

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Dispatch of the Historic Events in Sports from May 15

Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We celebrate many of the top events in sports history on May 15, and you can find even more connections on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

We want to thank the following sources for their brilliant work that may have given us inspiration and information in today's episode.

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A Dispatch of Sports History for May 12

Fri, 12 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We celebrate some fantastic events and Hall of Fame birthdays, referencing May 12. You can find more on Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.

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Author Dan Taylor explains the Saving Grace While Baseball was At the Abyss

Thu, 11 May 2023 06:30:00 -0500

In this episode, we talk about some baseball history. Author Dan Taylor has recently written a book on an interesting story from Major League Baseball in the 1920s with the subject matter of scandal, home runs, Babe Ruth, and some sports business innovation in the title of Baseball at the Abyss: The Scandals of 1926, Babe Ruth, and the Unlikely Savior Who Rescued a Tarnished Game. Dan joins us in this episode to tell the tale.

Dan Taylor is a sports historian, author, and a former award-winning television sportscaster who is currently the television broadcaster for the Fresno Grizzlies. He is the author of five books, most recently Lights, Camera, Fastball: How the Hollywood Stars Changed Baseball and Walking Alone: The Untold Story of Football Pioneer Kenny Washington. Taylor is a member of the Society for American Baseball Research and contributes to their biography project. He is also a member of the Pacific Coast League Historical Society. He resides in Fresno, California.

The Great May 11 Sports History

Thu, 11 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The top events, people, and teams associated with May in Sports History. Find out more on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch

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The Dispatch of Sports History for May 10

Wed, 10 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We celebrate great people, teams, and events in sports history that had a special moment on May 10. We have more to offer on our Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch websites.

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The May 9 People & Events Important to Sports History

Tue, 09 May 2023 00:15:00 -0500

We celebrate sports history this May 9 by remembering the people and events associated with the day of May 9.

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A May 8 Baseball Story and more great Sports History of the day

Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We start with a story that enters around some May 8 sports history and then fill in the rest o the day's sports history.

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The Hall of Fame Sports History of May 5

Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We celebrate the amazing people and events associated with May 5 in this podcast tribute.

Find out more on May 5 sports history at Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

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Greatest Sports Jersey Moments on the 4th of May's History

Thu, 04 May 2023 00:02:00 -0500

We are happy to share the Sports History on 4th of May.

There is much more to enjoy for May 4 found on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

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The Top Events in Sports History for May 3

Wed, 03 May 2023 00:02:00 -0500

The baseball, football, hickey, and basketball items associated with May 3 are a wide array of exciting topics.

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Baseball Memorabilia and More with Joe Ziemba

Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Sports historian and author Joe Ziemba takes us inside his collection of great baseball artifacts and more, with fascinating stories that teach us about sports history and beyond.

Check out images of the items Joe speaks of in his collection on the Jersey Dispatch post.

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The Top Sports History Events Associated With May 2

Tue, 02 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Covering May 2 Sports History in events and Hall of Fame Birthdays.

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The Top Moments in May 1 Sports History

Mon, 01 May 2023 00:02:00 -0500

Learn about the great sports history of May 1 in this episode as we have items from the NBA, MLB, College Football, and the NFL.

There is more on May 1 history found at Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

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The Top Moments in Sports History for April 29

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 00:02:00 -0500

The people and events in athletics that made history on April 29 are celebrated and remembered.

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The Annals of April 28 Sports History

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 00:01:00 -0500

Learn about the great sports history of April 28 in this episode as we have items from the NBA, MLB, College Football, and the NFL.

There is more on April 28 history found at Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

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Dr. Greg Kaliss Talks About His Latest Book: Beyond the Black Power Salute centering on Athlete Activism

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Dr. Gregory J. Kaliss takes us back in time to the late 1960s and discusses the change in politics and economics due to the actions of athletes.

Greg Kaliss is an assistant professor of history at York College of Pennsylvania and author of Men’s College Athletics and the Politics of Racial Equality: Five Pioneer Stories of Black Manliness, White Citizenship, and American Democracy.

Greg's book is available on the University of Illinois Press website or where ever you like to buy your books online and may brick and mortar stores.

The Hall of Fame Sports History Dispatch of April 27

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The Stars of Sports stands out on April 27 with some monumental games, plays, and birthdays celebrated.

Find More of the history of April 27 in sports on Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch

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April 26 Sports Break, History of the Day

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:02:00 -0500

The Sports History of the Day for April 26 from baseball, basketball, and football.

There is much more found for April 26 Sports history at Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.

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Sports & the Presidents Presented by Our Guest Chris Cillizza From His Latest Book

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Author Chris Cillizza joins us to discuss his latest book "Power Players: Sports, Politics and the American Presidency." You have probably seen Mr. Cilizza's work in the Washington Post or on CNN over the years. He now takes his experience and journalistic nose for a great story, bringing us info on the last thirteen U.S. Presidents and their love of sports.

The Significant Sports History for April 25

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The Sports History on April 25 is deep-rooted, diverse, and interesting. Join us as we explore items from football, baseball, hockey, and basketball.

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The Spectacular Sports History of April 24

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:01:00 -0500

We have items that occurred on this date, such as the founding of an NFL Franchise, A couple of important NFL Drafts filled with Hall of Famers, Hall of Fame birthdays for the day, and great moments and feats by athletes, all included.

Enjoy more on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

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We learn about Horse Racing Royalty, the Turcotte Family, as Author Curtis Stock Shares Their Story

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary Triple Crown Win of the legendary Secretariat and rider Ron Turcotte, writer Curtis Stock has composed a book on the legendary Turcotte family. Here is a link with information on how to get a copy of The Turcottes: The Remarkable Story of a Horse Racing Dynasty—a remarkable rags-to-riches family story filled with horrific tragedies, euphoric accomplishments, and persistence, published and a copy kidly provided to the show by Firefly Books.

Curtis Stock

Curtis Stock is a Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame inductee and 11-time Sovereign Award-winning writer for best thoroughbred story of the year. A sports writer for over 30 years with the Edmonton Journal and Calgary Herald, Stock has loved horse racing since he was in junior high school, where he would tape the Daily Racing Form into his binders. The marketing and publicity director for Northlands Park Race Track for eight years and a horse owner of several thoroughbreds, Stock is a proud father of two wonderful children, Dallas and Maia, with his wife of 30 years, Barb. Stock's new book, "The Turcottes: The Remarkable Story of a Horse Racing Dynasty" (on sale April 15, 2022) chronicles the 5 Turcotte brothers and their unlikely journey from backwoods of New Brunswick to the top of the Thoroughbred Racing world. The triumphant wins to the devastating injuries - a jockey's life takes a toll.

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The Amazing Events in Sports History That Took Place on April 21

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Sports history is made every day of the year, including April 21. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes daily based on their uniform number.

Find out more about April 21 sports news on Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.

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The April 20 High Points in Sports History

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us on a journey back in time to cover some of the most iconic moments in sports history that occurred on April 20. We include big games, record-setting performances, and Hall of Fame players' birthdays.

There is more on the Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch websites as well.

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Celebrating the Sports History of April 19 in Pigpen Style

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The April 19 Sports historical events, milestone moments, and birthdays of VIPs and Hall of Famers from the Football, Baseball, Basketball, and Hockey annals. You gotta love this stuff!

We have more sports history to enjoy at Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.

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The Sports History Dispatch of April 18

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:02:00 -0500

Enjoy remembering some of the history of the sport for April 18. We have so much more at Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch for the day too.

We want to thank the following sources for their brilliant work that may have given us inspiration and information in today's episode.

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The Hall of Fame Sports History Dispatch for April 17

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The History of April 17 Sports is filled with Hall of Fame players doing their thing at high levels. We also celebrate these legends of sports for those that have birthdays.

Find more April 17 Sports History on Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch

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The Hall of Fame Sports History for April 14

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

April 14 is just riddled with events associated with legends and Hall of Fame players for the big four in North American Sports. From Birthdays to big plays and epic days, April 14 is filled with milestone moments!

Find out more about April 14 Sports History on Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.

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The Sports History of April 13 Dispatched

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We remember the people, places, teams, and events associated with fantastic moments in sports that occurred on April 13.

Catch more details on sports history at Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch for April 13.

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The Sports History of April 12 & the Jersey Numbers that stood out

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:02:00 -0500

A sports Break for April 12 and the sports Numbers that ruled this day in Sports History.

Find more April 12 Sports History on Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.

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The Top Sports History Events of April 11 Along with Hall of Fame Players Born on the day

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 00:02:00 -0500

We celebrate the sport's history of April 11 with news and HOF birthdays from the gridiron, MLB, and the NBA hardwoods.

More details and items from April 11 can be found on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

We want to thank the following sources for their brilliant work that may have given us inspiration and information in today's episode.

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April 10 Sports History including the MLB Color Barrier being Broken and the Yankees first game

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Indeed April 10 is a special day in baseball and Sports History, including the MLB Color Barrier being broken by Jackie Robinson signing a contract with an MLB squad and the New York Yankees' first game being played under that moniker.

Find more Sports History for April 10 on the Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch websites.

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The Top Sports History Events of April 9

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This Sports Break covers the Top Sports History Events for April 9. Events, milestone performances, and Hall of Fame birthdays are remembered and saluted.

Find more sports history for the date on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

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April 8 Sports Break filled with Sports History of the Day

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Find out what happened in sports history on the date of April 8: Hall of Fame birthdays, big games, plays and record-setting events.

We have more on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch to enjoy.

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The Top Events in Sports History for April 7

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We are happy to share some of the greatest moments on April 7, Sports History. We span the spectrum of team sports for this April 7 and talk about people and events from the MLB, NFL, College Football, NHL, and the NBA.

For more April 7 sports history, join us at Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.

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April 6 Sports History Headlines

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:07:00 -0500

The great events, people, and teams that had monumental moments in sports history on April 6.

Get more details on April 6 sports history at Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.

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ESPN's "Hembo" discusses "Got Your Number" a book he co-wrote with Mike Greenberg

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:03:00 -0500

ESPN's Paul "Hembo" Hembekides visits to discuss a book he co-wrote with Mike "Greeny" Greenberg titled Got Your Number, a book of 100 stories about what athlete owns each number 1-100.

Make sure you get a copy of their book, Got Your Number, and enjoy the history of the sport.

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April 5 Sports History from Jersey Dispatch

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:02:00 -0500

The Sports History and Birthdays of Hall of Fame Players continue on Jersey Dispatch as we celebrate this April 5 with some great items. Historical items from the NBA, NHL, MLB, and NFL fill our memories today.

You can learn more about the history of the games and athletes of April 5 at Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.

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The Greatest Events in Sports History for April 4

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

We cover the top moments on April 4, Sports History, birthdays of Hall of Fame players, and more.

Find out more on PigskinDispatch.com and JerseyDispatch.com. Special Thanks to J. Daniel of 80sBaseball.com

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April 3 Sports History from Jersey Dispatch

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:02:00 -0500

Catch the Hockey, Football, Basketball, and Baseball Hall of Fame birthdays, big MLB signings, trades, and more for April 3.

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Author Dave Jordan talks about his latest book written with HOF Dave Parker titled Cobra

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Author Dave Jordan joined us recently to discuss a book he wrote a few years back with a baseball legend, Dave Parker. The book titled: Cobra: A Life of Baseball and Brotherhood chronicles the Hall of Fame Baseball career of Mr. Parker.

Top Events in April 2 Sports History

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The top events in sports history on April 2 included an NBA MVP, a baseball trade, and multiple sports Hall of Fame individuals celebrating birthdays.

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