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Carl Yastrzemski & Baseball's Timeless Wisdom
May 12, 2026
56m 26s
Slider Broke Hitters, '51 Broke Hearts
May 5, 2026
53m 55s
Tim Keefe & Big Klu: Baseball Like It Oughta Be
Apr 28, 2026
57m 37s
1951: Bobby Thomson’s Shot Heard ’Round the World
Apr 21, 2026
55m 42s
Brilliant, Difficult, Dominant: John Clarkson
Apr 14, 2026
57m 28s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/12/26 | Carl Yastrzemski & Baseball's Timeless Wisdom | This week on The Baseball Book Club, we celebrate the legacy of Carl Yastrzemski — one of baseball’s most enduring icons, the last player to win the Triple Crown before the modern power era transformed the game. From Fenway Park lore to his remarkable consistency across three decades, we explore what made Yaz a symbol of excellence and why his impact still resonates with fans today. We also welcome Christian Sheppard, author of The Ancient Wisdom of Baseball, for a fascinating conversation ab... | 56m 26s | ||||||
| 5/5/26 | Slider Broke Hitters, '51 Broke Hearts | Author Lenny Levine will be our guest as we discuss his murder mystery novel Diehard Fan, set during the final week of the 1951 season and the historic comeback by the New York Giants. The book tells the story of a boy who tries to figure out who is killing Giants fans in Brooklyn, while weaving the games at Ebbets Field and the Polo Grounds into the plot. And we'll unpack the history and the ins-and-outs of The Slider, found in chapter one of Tyler Kepner's Book K: A History of Basebal... | 53m 55s | ||||||
| 4/28/26 | Tim Keefe & Big Klu: Baseball Like It Oughta Be | In this episode of The Baseball Book Club, we close out our Deadball Files series. Joined by historian Justin Renaldi, we explore 19th century pitcher Tim Keefe and his dominance, staggering workload, and why his name still belongs among the elite in baseball history. Then, in Leroy’s Hot Corner, a personal story takes center stage—connecting family, memory, and the game itself through one of baseball’s most beloved sluggers, Ted Kluszewski. It’s a reminder that baseball isn’t just history—it... | 57m 37s | ||||||
| 4/21/26 | 1951: Bobby Thomson’s Shot Heard ’Round the World | This week, a question that might ruffle a few feathers: why isn’t Jim Thome in the top 100 players of all time? We take a closer look at the numbers, the narrative, and where he may (or may not) belong. The Deadball Files series is back for Part 3, joined by returning guest Justin Renaldi, as we explore the fascinating and mysterious life of one of baseball’s earliest stars—Ed Delahanty. And in between, we shift gears to one of the game’s greatest comebacks: the 1951 New York Giants’ improbab... | 55m 42s | ||||||
| 4/14/26 | Brilliant, Difficult, Dominant: John Clarkson | On this episode of the Baseball Book Club, we’ve got a full lineup of baseball history and storytelling. We continue The Deadball Files with guest Justin Renaldi, diving into the life and legacy of 19th-century pitching legend John Clarkson—one of the most dominant and fascinating figures of early baseball. Author Roger Lusby joins the show to discuss Searching for the Perfect Swing, a project originally started by his brother Steve Lusby, exploring the evolution and philosophy behind hitting... | 57m 28s | ||||||
| 4/7/26 | 1910: Ty Cobb vs Nap Lajoie | The Deadball era comes alive this week on The Baseball Book Club as John is joined by Justin Renaldi of Nostalgic Baseball Geezer to kick off a special four-part series: The DeadBall Files. In this debut episode, the spotlight turns to the legendary and larger-than-life Old Hoss Radbourn—a workhorse pitcher whose feats feel almost mythical in today’s game. Just how dominant was Radbourn, and what made him such a defining figure of early baseball? Plus, John and Leroy dig into one of the most ... | 54m 16s | ||||||
| 3/31/26 | Yogi Berra: Life, Lore and Legendary Wit | In this episode John and Leroy discuss the life and career of Yogi Berra, #43 on the Joe Posnanski 100. Plus, they will introduce a new book to the club, Tyler Kepner's K: A History of Baseball in Ten Pitches. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 55m 09s | ||||||
| 3/24/26 | Bill Buckner: The Error That Shook The '86 World Series | In this episode, John will sit down with Pittsburgh native and sports journalist Joe Landolina, a walking encyclopedia of Pittsburgh Pirates history. And we'll shine a light on the overlooked career of Jim Derrington—a name lost to time, but not without a story worth telling. Plus, John and Leroy turn back the clock to the 1986 World Series—not just to revisit it, but to relive it, playing the audio of Mookie Wilson’s legendary 10th-inning at-bat in Game 6, the moment that cracked the series... | 52m 11s | ||||||
| 3/17/26 | Seaver and Young: Pitching Legends Across Generations | Season 3 of The Baseball Book Club begins with a look at two of the greatest pitchers the game has ever known. John and Leroy continue their countdown of Joe Posnanski’s The Baseball 100, turning their attention to Tom Seaver and Cy Young—two legends separated by nearly a century but connected by dominance on the mound. The guys explore what made Seaver the defining ace of his generation and how Young became the standard by which pitching greatness is still measured today. Along the way they ... | 54m 57s | ||||||
| 3/10/26 | Lightning and Line Drives | Before the new season gets rolling, we’re tipping our cap to two icons from opposite ends of baseball history. This Best Of episode revisits our conversations on the lightning-fast legend Cool Papa Bell and the smooth, steady greatness of Chipper Jones. From barnstorming brilliance to Hall of Fame consistency, it’s a reminder that baseball greatness wears a lot of different uniforms. One last rewind—then we’re back with brand-new stories. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 53m 04s | ||||||
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| 3/3/26 | Greatest Moment In Baseball History? | In Part 5 of The Best of The Baseball Book Club, we revisit five moments of unlikely home runs and then talk about two monumental moments in World Series history, including a Bill Mazeroski home run for the ages. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 45m 46s | ||||||
| 2/24/26 | The Bronx Is Burning | The Best of The Baseball Book Club continues. Compiling segments from various shows, this episode features baseball terminology, five funny moments from Joe Posnanski's book Why We Love Baseball, plus Leroy's Hot Corner on the book "Ladies And Gentlemen The Bronx Is Burning." TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 45m 29s | ||||||
| 2/17/26 | The Curse Of The Billy Goat | In the third installment of The Best of The Baseball Book Club, we talk about the long endured curse over the Chicago Cubs and the moment that ended it for them on a rainy night in Cleveland. Plus some classic baseball terminology and Leroy reviews a book on scorekeeping in baseball. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 42m 43s | ||||||
| 2/10/26 | Eras Collide and The Big Hurt Rises | In this Best of The Baseball Book Club episode, we bring together some of our favorite conversations in baseball history and culture. We talk about how the Deadball Era became the Liveball Era with rule changes, equipment, and strategy transforming the game forever. Then we spotlight Hall of Famer Frank Thomas (The Big Hurt), his impact on modern hitting, and his place among the greatest power hitters in MLB history. The episode also features five unforgettable pitching oddities—rare moments ... | 57m 36s | ||||||
| 2/3/26 | Baseball Immortals: Bo Jackson's Arm and Sandy Koufax's Perfect Night in 1965 | In this special Best Of episode, we revisit two unforgettable moments that helped shape baseball’s mythology. First, we look back at the legend of Bo Jackson—a once-in-a-generation athlete whose power, speed, and sheer presence still feel larger than life. Then, we rewind to one of the most flawless performances the game has ever seen: Sandy Koufax’s perfect game. A night when precision, dominance and history aligned under the lights. A radio broadcast of the final inning, with Vin Scully's p... | 53m 28s | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | The Christmas Hot Stove | In this episode of The Baseball Book Club, John Cheslock and Leroy Estep look into the latest Hot Stove activity as teams shuffle rosters and prepare for a new baseball season. The conversation blends current baseball news with the historical perspective that defines the show. Leroy brings a Hot Corner spotlight on Kirby Puckett, examining the good, the bad, and the complicated legacy of one of Minnesota baseball’s most beloved figures. He'll take a look at Puckett’s on-field greatness, his p... | 45m 04s | ||||||
| 11/18/25 | Baseball In The 90s | The crew is back together for a special, offseason episode. Leroy chimes in with a Hot Corner and John will speak with a guest as they discuss what may be the greatest decade of baseball. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 33m 12s | ||||||
| 9/9/25 | The Greatness Of Mathewson, Maddux & Martinez | Few pitchers in baseball history combined intelligence, precision and dominance like Christy Mathewson, Greg Maddux and Pedro Martinez. In the season finale, John and Leroy examine what set these three legends apart — from Mathewson’s artistry with his fadeaway pitch, to Maddux’s unmatched command, to Pedro’s electric presence in the 1990s and early 2000s. Each man defining greatness and showing why their names still stand as the gold standard for pitching mastery. TheBaseballBookClub@g... | 50m 40s | ||||||
| 9/2/25 | Clemente The Great | The Great One, Roberto Clemente, is number 40 on the Posnanski 100 and we'll talk about the life and career of one of Pittsburgh's greatest. We will also do some baseball terminology - three terms from Paul Dickson's The Baseball Dictionary. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 53m 37s | ||||||
| 8/26/25 | Iron Man Cal Ripken | What does it take to show up every single day? In this episode, we'll look into the story of Cal Ripken Jr.—the Iron Man of baseball—who redefined durability and dedication by playing in 2,632 consecutive games. From his rookie days in Baltimore to the night he broke Lou Gehrig’s legendary record, Ripken’s career was more than just his streak and we’ll explore what his legacy meant for baseball. We'll also discuss five poignant stories that transcend the game. TheBaseballBookClu... | 58m 49s | ||||||
| 8/19/25 | Triple Play: Beltre, Boggs And Mathews | Still hovering around the Top 50, John and Leroy round out this group of third basemen with a 3-pack including Texas Rangers great Adrian Beltre, Boston Red Sox phenom Wade Boggs and Braves legend Eddie Mathews. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 1h 06m 16s | ||||||
| 8/12/25 | Feelin' Kinda Chipper: Braves Great Chipper Jones | John and Leroy discuss the chapter Five Pitching Oddities from Why We Love Baseball, looking at various momentous occasions from some of baseball's greats. Plus, they'll talk about Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones, ranked 54th in The Baseball 100. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 49m 45s | ||||||
| 8/5/25 | Four Aces: The Epic Arms Of Feller, Ryan, Spahn & Gibson | John and Leroy talk about the legendary careers of Bob Feller, Nolan Ryan, Warren Spahn and Bob Gibson, four aces that shape baseball history. Plus, hear about wild trade between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Baltimore Orioles that is so rare, it's only happened twice in MLB history. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 1h 09m 20s | ||||||
| 7/29/25 | Minor Leagues And Major Legends | Guest Zac Schmitz will join John and Leroy to talk about legend Ken Griffey Jr. who is #48 on the Posnanski 100. Plus Leroy will give us a Hot Corner segment about the feisty Salt Lake Trappers from 1987, a team that holds a professional baseball record that may never be broken. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 46m 26s | ||||||
| 7/22/25 | Mr. Tiger, Al Kaline | In this episode of The Baseball Book Club, John and Leroy explore the Hall of Fame career of Detroit Tigers legend Al Kaline—his legacy, impact, and what made him one of baseball’s purest hitters. Plus, Leroy sits down with author Aaron Fischman to discuss A Baseball Gaijin, a fascinating look at American players finding purpose and second chances in Japan’s professional leagues. TheBaseballBookClub@gmail.com | 1h 06m 19s | ||||||
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