Interview with Catcher Luke Sewell
Mar 31, 1974
2 hours
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.
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1950–1962
In this 1956 audio clip, listeners are treated to a rare interview with Joe Adcock, a...
Joe Adcock Mini-Biography and Radio Interview / In this 1956 audio clip, listeners are treated to a rare interview with Joe Adcock, a prominent Major League Baseball player best known for his powerful hitting while playing with the Milwaukee Braves. At the time of the interview, Adcock was in the prime of his career, having recently completed one of his most memorable seasons. Known for his strength and batting prowess, Adcock had a significant impact on the game, and this clip provides insight into his perspectives, experiences, and contributions during this pivotal time in baseball history. The interview offers a window into the mid-1950s era of the sport, reflecting the culture and challenges of the time.
The segment captures an era of baseball when players like Adcock were setting records and thrilling fans with their on-field exploits. His reflections and comments provide listeners with a personal glimpse into his career and the state of baseball during the 1950s. This interview is not just a piece of sports history but also a piece of cultural history, offering insights into the attitudes, values, and dynamics of Major League Baseball in the post-war era. For fans of the sport or historians of the era, this clip serves as an important artifact, preserving the voice and thoughts of one of the game’s notable figures at a significant moment in his career.
2 hours
Jul 21, 1937Jul 21, 1937
- 1937 MLB Standings. . . . https://retroseasons.com/leagues/mlb/1937/standings/
- Comiskey Park . . . . ....
Washington Senators vs Chicago White Sox - Radio Broadcast / - 1937 MLB Standings. . . . https://retroseasons.com/leagues/mlb/1937/standings/
- Comiskey Park . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/stadiums/comiskey-park/
- 7/21/1937 Box Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHA/CHA193707210.shtml
Wednesday, July 21, 1937
Attendance: 8,000
Day Game, on grass
Starting Lineups
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- Washington Senators . . . https://retroseasons.com/teams/minnesota-twins/1937/overview/
1 - CF - Mel Almada . . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/mel-almada/
2 - 3B - Buddy Lewis . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/buddy-lewis/
3 - SS - Cecil Travis . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/cecil-travis/
4 - LF - Al Simmons . . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/al-simmons/
5 - RF - John Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/john-stone/
6 - 1B - Joe Kuhel . . . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/joe-kuhel/
7 - 2B - Buddy Myer . . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/buddy-myer/
8 - C - Rick Ferrell . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/rick-ferrell/
9 - P - Jimmie DeShong . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/jimmie-deshong/
- Chicago White Sox . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/teams/chicago-white-sox/1937/overview/
1 - 2B - Jackie Hayes . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/jackie-hayes/
2 - CF - Mike Kreevich . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/mike-kreevich/
3 - RF - Dixie Walker . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/dixie-walker/
4 - 1B - Zeke Bonura . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/zeke-bonura/
5 - LF - Rip Radcliff . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/rip-radcliff/
6 - SS - Luke Appling . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/luke-appling/
7 - 3B - Boze Berger . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/boze-berger/
8 - C - Luke Sewell . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/luke-sewell/
9 - P - Bill Dietrich . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/bill-dietrich/
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Radio Announcers
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- Hal Totten . . . . . . . . . . . . https://retroseasons.com/players/hal-totten/
Video Timeline
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0:00 - Introduction
0:10 - Game Begins
Game Summary
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The 1937 baseball season witnessed contrasting performances from the Washington Senators and the Chicago White Sox. The Senators had a solid season, led by their star player, Joe Kuhel, who excelled both offensively and defensively. In July, the Senators maintained their steady form, continuing to rely on Kuhel's consistent hitting and stellar defense to secure victories. The team's pitching staff, anchored by Monte Weaver, also proved to be a formidable force during the month. Their combined efforts kept the Senators in contention for a playoff spot, making them a formidable competitor in the American League.
On the other hand, the Chicago White Sox struggled throughout the season, unable to find their
2 hours
Jul 28, 1936Jul 28, 1936
On July 28, 1936, the Chicago White Sox hosted the Philadelphia Athletics at Comiskey Park....
1936 Philadelphia Athletics vs Chicago White Sox - Radio Broadcast / On July 28, 1936, the Chicago White Sox hosted the Philadelphia Athletics at Comiskey Park. The game featured starting pitchers Bill Dietrich for the White Sox and Lynn Doyle for the Athletics. At this point in the season, the White Sox were striving to improve their standing in the American League, while the Athletics were struggling towards the bottom of the standings. Significant stories in the 1936 season included the Yankees' dominance with Lou Gehrig and the debut of rookie Joe DiMaggio, who were both making headlines.
The game started with the White Sox taking an early lead, scoring two runs in the first inning. The momentum continued as the White Sox bats came alive, with notable contributions from Mike Kreevich, Luke Appling, and Zeke Bonura. The fourth inning was particularly decisive, with Chicago scoring seven runs, effectively putting the game out of reach. Dietrich pitched a complete game, despite allowing six runs, as the Athletics managed to score in the later innings but could not close the gap.
The White Sox emerged victorious with a commanding 19-6 win over the Athletics. This game showcased the offensive firepower of the White Sox lineup, which collected 20 hits. Despite the loss, the Athletics had standout performances from George Puccinelli and Jimmy Dykes. As the season progressed, the White Sox continued to battle in the middle of the American League standings, while the Yankees eventually won the pennant and the World Series, solidifying their dominance in the 1936 season.
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