Episode 272 - The 1987 MLB Season Was Off the Wall Bonkers


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Dec 12 2024 60 mins   9

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff is joined by special guest David McEllis from the 1988 Topps podcast. With co-host Mark on a rehab assignment, they dive into the 1987 MLB season, known for its unusually high home run rates due to the 'rabbit ball.' They discuss significant events, standout players, and surprising stats from that year, including Paul Molitor's 39-game hitting streak, the Brewers' 13-0 start, and the hard-fought AL East pennant race. They also cover MVP and Cy Young awards, rookies of the year, and the subsequent postseason. Listeners are encouraged to engage with a giveaway contest for an autographed Dave Stewart jersey by answering questions from both podcasts.


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00:00 Welcome and Introductions

00:28 Special Guest: David McEllis

01:03 Podcast Collaboration and Giveaway Announcement

02:20 Hall of Fame News

03:47 Dick Allen's Legacy

07:35 Dave Parker's Career Highlights

12:00 Ryan Sandberg's Health Update

12:53 Baseball Songs and Nostalgia

16:05 Joe DiMaggio and Baseball Cards

18:25 1987 MLB Season Review

33:30 The 1987 All-Star Game Highlights

34:44 Cheating Scandals of 1987

35:42 Remarkable Performances and Records

37:27 The Exciting 1987 Pennant Race

40:48 1987 World Series Recap

42:37 Award Winners and Controversies

51:38 Rookies and Notable Debuts

54:46 Reflecting on the 1987 MLB Season

56:40 Giveaway and Podcast Information




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