Kevin Baker joins me in our latest episode to discuss his upcoming book, 'The New York Game: Baseball in the Rise of a New City,' which explores the origins and impact of baseball in New York City over the past 200 years. The book delves into the exclusion of black players, baseball's cultural and societal influence, and the notable players who shaped the game. Order the book on Amazon Order the book on Barnes & Noble Learn more about/Contact Kevin Baker Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the FREE bonus show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rounders.substack.com ..read more

The St. Louis Browns were a Major League Baseball team based in St. Louis, Missouri, from 1902 to 1953. As a member of the American League, they had their moments of prominence but never clinched a World Series title.  Discover the cross-town rival to the Cardinals and the stomping grounds of George Sisler - today on Rounders: A History of Baseball in America. Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the FREE bonus show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rounders.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up as a premium subscriber and get this show ad-free PLUS access to sever ..read more

Historically, the United States has called baseball “America’s Pastime.” To say the sport is a purely native invention, though, is only half the story. Baseball, like America, is the result of many cultural infusions. It’s the result of a melting pot of activities. So, let’s explore baseball’s origins together on today's episode. Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the FREE bonus show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rounders.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up as a premium subscriber and get this show ad-free PLUS access to several other perks! Check out the new com ..read more

Picture this: it’s a sunny day at Yankee Stadium in the 1970s, excitement filling the air. You take your seat, and there he is—Thurman Munson, the heartbeat of the New York Yankees. In those moments, you witness Munson's incredible talent on the field. Little do you know, fate has a different plan for him. His career would be cut short, but Thurman Munson's legacy has endured. Let’s re-discover his life, career, and what occurred that made him gone too soon. Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the FREE bonus show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rounders.substack.com ..read more

Hi Everyone! I'm excited to announce the kick-off of the latest show in the Rounders universe. It's called "Top of the 1st." How is it different than the main show? I'll share one short lesson (less than 5 min) each day to help you get inspired and motivated for the most important game - your life. I create these entries based on baseball history, sharing the events, triumphs, and practical advice from athletes and fans of America’s game. I'm putting out the first episode for you to try. If you want future daily entries, head on over to rounders.substack.com to subscribe for free. Thanks i ..read more

As a baseball fan, you've undoubtedly seen teams make season-changing deals during the MLB Winter Meetings. These high-stakes sessions have been the birthplace of some truly impressive trades in baseball history.  However, not all negotiations that have taken place during these winter meetings have proved fruitful. In fact, some have gone down in history as the worst trades ever. Ready to delve into the world of MLB trade blunders from the Winter Meetings? Let's start! Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the FREE bonus show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rounders.subs ..read more

Explore the remarkable journey of Warren Spahn, one of baseball's greatest left-handed pitchers, who bravely served in World War II before dominating the major leagues.  We'll uncover Spahn's early days, heroic military service, and legendary baseball career, highlighting his character, leadership, and enduring legacy - on Rounders: A History of Baseball in America. Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the FREE bonus show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rounders.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up as a premium subscriber and get this show ad-free! Liked the Show? Leave ..read more

Today, we journey back to the nation's capital to unravel the tale of a team that once graced Washington, D.C baseball fields. A team that witnessed the highs of championship glory and the lows of relocation...twice. Grab your mitt and join us as we dive deep into the history of...The Washington Senators. Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the FREE bonus show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rounders.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up as a premium subscriber and get this show ad-free! Liked the Show? Leave Me a One-Time "Good Game" Tip! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tip on Stripe ..read more

In this episode, we will explore the life of James Creighton, a star pitcher in the mid-1800s known for his unique delivery style. We'll discuss the events that led to his untimely death, including his fatal injury during a baseball game. We’ll also look at how he changed baseball and the pitcher position. Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the bonus show at ⁠⁠rounders.substack.com⁠⁠ Sign up as a premium subscriber and get this show ad-free! Liked the Show? Leave Me a One-Time "Good Game" Tip! ⁠⁠Tip on Cash App⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tip on PayPal⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tip on Venmo⁠⁠ Connect on So ..read more

Dive into the fascinating career of Herb Washington, a former world-class sprinter turned professional baserunner for the Oakland Athletics. Today, on Rounders: A History of Baseball in America Sign Up for the FREE Newsletter Get the weekly digest AND access to the FREE bonus show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rounders.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up as a premium subscriber and get this show ad-free! Liked the Show? Leave Me a One-Time "Good Game" Tip! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tip on Stripe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tip on PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect on Social Media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on YouTube ..read more