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1977 ALCS G4 - New York Yankees vs Kansas City Royals - Radio Broadcast

Oct 8, 1977

5 hours

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On October 8, 1977, the New York Yankees and Kansas City Royals faced off in Game 4 of the American League Championship Series at Royals Stadium. The Yankees, under manager Billy Martin, were aiming for another World Series appearance and sent Ed Figueroa to the mound. The Royals, managed by Whitey Herzog, were looking to keep their season alive, with Larry Gura starting for Kansas City. New York had been powered all season by key players like Thurman Munson and Reggie Jackson, while Kansas City relied heavily on George Brett and Hal McRae to drive their offense.

The game opened with a fast pace, as Mickey Rivers led off the game with a double, eventually scoring to give the Yankees an early lead. New York built a 4-0 advantage by the third inning, but the Royals quickly answered back in the bottom of the third and fourth innings, with Freddie Patek and Frank White delivering key hits to narrow the deficit to 5-4. Both teams’ offenses quieted down after the early scoring bursts, as the game turned into a battle of the bullpens. Sparky Lyle came in for the Yankees and shut down the Royals' bats, while Kansas City's bullpen, led by Marty Pattin, kept the Yankees from extending their lead.

In the top of the ninth inning, New York added an insurance run on a sacrifice fly from Thurman Munson, and Lyle closed out the game in the bottom half, securing a 6-4 victory.

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Harey Carey Interviews Stan Musial

5 minutes 1949

Harey Carey Interviews Stan Musial /

Harry Heilmann interviews Hal Newhouser

4 minutes 1949

A scripted radio show from the 1940s that included cheesy stories and analysis about the game of baseball.

Harry Heilmann interviews Hal Newhouser / A scripted radio show from the 1940s that included cheesy stories and analysis about the game of baseball.

Jackie Robinson & Bob Hope - Funny Radio Interview

11 minutes 1949

In this 1949 audio clip, two iconic figures from vastly different realms come together: Jackie...

Jackie Robinson & Bob Hope - Funny Radio Interview / In this 1949 audio clip, two iconic figures from vastly different realms come together: Jackie Robinson, the pioneering African American Major League Baseball player, and Bob Hope, a titan of American entertainment. At the time of the interview, Jackie Robinson had recently broken baseball's color barrier, integrating the sport as a member of the Brooklyn Dodgers just two years earlier in 1947. His groundbreaking journey was not only reshaping baseball but also the broader landscape of American society. On the other hand, Bob Hope was at the height of his entertainment career, a beloved comedian, actor, and broadcaster known for his humor and USO shows for American troops. The interview provides a fascinating intersection of sports and entertainment, highlighting the societal impact of Robinson's career and the widespread admiration he garnered, including from figures like Hope. In 1949, Robinson was solidifying his status as an elite player, having won the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award. Meanwhile, Hope continued to dominate the entertainment industry, bringing laughter to millions and using his platform to address significant issues, including racial integration and support for the military. This conversation between two American icons offers insights into their respective fields and the era's social climate, providing listeners with a snapshot of a transformative period in U.S. history. #JackieRobinson #BobHope #1949Baseball #EntertainmentAndSports #HistoricalInterview Follow Us ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Website ▶ https://retroseasons.com TikTok ▶ https://tiktok.com/@retroseasons​ Instagram ▶ https://instagram.com/retroseasons Facebook ▶ https://facebook.com/retroseasons​ Twitter ▶ https://twitter.com/retroseasons​ YouTube ▶ https://youtube.com/retroseasons​

Tops-in-Sports interview with Ralph Kiner

5 minutes May 14, 1962May 14, 1962

Hosted by retired NFL star Kyle Rote, these 5-minute programs feature interviews with some of the top figures in sports

Tops-in-Sports interview with Ralph Kiner / Hosted by retired NFL star Kyle Rote, these 5-minute programs feature interviews with some of the top figures in sports during 1962

Interview with All Star Pitcher Tex Hughson

3 hours May 30, 1987May 30, 1987

Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s.

Interview with All Star Pitcher Tex Hughson / Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s. Murdock was chairman of the history department at Marietta College. The interviews were not professionally recorded, and the audio quality is variable.

Interview with First Baseman Mickey Vernon

39 minutes Feb 19, 1974

Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s.

Interview with First Baseman Mickey Vernon / Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s. Murdock was chairman of the history department at Marietta College. The interviews were not professionally recorded, and the audio quality is variable.

Ted Williams Interviewed by Leo Cloutier in 1952

6 minutes Feb 1, 1952

Ted Williams, aka The Splendid Splinter, The Greatest hitter of the Boston Red Sox, is...

Ted Williams Interviewed by Leo Cloutier in 1952 / Ted Williams, aka The Splendid Splinter, The Greatest hitter of the Boston Red Sox, is interviewed by Leo Cloutier in early 1952. Ted talks about Fly Fishing and Leo invites him to hunt deer in New Hampshire.

Interview with Hall of Fame Outfielder Enos Slaughter

1½ hours Dec 21, 1976

Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s.

Interview with Hall of Fame Outfielder Enos Slaughter / Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s. Murdock was chairman of the history department at Marietta College. The interviews were not professionally recorded, and the audio quality is variable.

Interview with Baseball Pitcher Denny Galehouse

1½ hours Nov 18, 1974

Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s.

Interview with Baseball Pitcher Denny Galehouse / Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s. Murdock was chairman of the history department at Marietta College. The interviews were not professionally recorded, and the audio quality is variable.

Interview with Hall of Fame Manager Joe McCarthy

1½ hours Apr 15, 1975

Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s.

Interview with Hall of Fame Manager Joe McCarthy / Historian Eugene C. Murdock interviewed several former baseball players that had been active in baseball in the 1920s and 1930s. Murdock was chairman of the history department at Marietta College. The interviews were not professionally recorded, and the audio quality is variable.