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In 1932, the Chicago Bears and Portsmouth Spartans took part in the first postseason NFL Title Game in league history. Technically a regular season game, and played indoors at Chicago Stadium, this type of game had never been seen before. And in many ways it would never be seen again.

Books and articles to complement this episode:

The League: How Five Rivals Created the NFL and Launched a Sports Empire

Any Given Sunday: The NFL's Epic 100-Year History in 20 Games

Pro Football Championships Before the Super Bowl: A Year-by-Year History 1926-1965

Monster of the Midway: Bronko Nagurski, the 1943 Chicago Bears, and the Greatest Comeback Ever

Red Grange: The Life and Legacy of the NFL's First Superstar

Papa Bear: The Life and Legacy of George Halas

We wrap up our three part series on the greatest New York players by number, this time covering numbers 68 through 99. A lot of offensive and defensive linemen this time around, and a few obscure names--but lots of legends too: Sam Huff, Michael Strahan, Kevin Mawae, and Aaron Judge to name a few. And we even name a best player ever for #0. Enjoy!

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Part 2 of our episode on 1950 in sports dives into boxing, golf, tennis, and even pro wrestling! But the heart of the episode is the NFL season, the first after the merger between the NFL and the AAFC. Enjoy!

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In this episode we travel back to the 1950 in sports: the days of Phil Rizzuto, George Mikan, and Gordie Howe. In this episode we discuss basketball, baseball, and hockey in 1950. Enjoy and stay tuned for Episode 2 in a few weeks!

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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George Wright and Al Spalding are two of the most important figures in 19th Century Baseball. Both were stars on the field and successful entrepreneurs off of it. In this episode we interview Jeffrey Orens, author of Selling Baseball: How Superstars George Wright and Albert Spalding Impacted Sports in America.

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It's time for Part 2 of our great NY Athletes by Number, this time covering the numbers 34-67. Lots of baseball and football in this one, and some all time legends like Tom Seaver, and Lawrence Taylor. Who gets the nod at #42? Is it Jackie Robinson or Mariano Rivera? What about number 57? Mo Lewis or Johan Santana? You'll have to listen to find out!

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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The last 15 years of Washington's NFL Team has included a name change, several coaching changes, several quarterbacks, and one of the most talented coaching staffs in recent memory. And, finally, in 2024, the first NFC Championship game appearance since 1991! Hear all about it in the second half of this two-part episode.

Check out Michael Silver's "The Why is Everything" for much more information on the Shanahan coaching tree of LaFleur, McVay, McDaniel, Morris, and Shanahan Jr.

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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From 1982-1991, the Washington Redskins appeared in four Super Bowls, winning three. But in the early 1990's, they embarked on a three decade saga of losing and instability. In this first half of a two part episode, we discuss the years 1992-2008 and the many problems that befell the team during that time.

For further reading check out this ESPN timeline of Dan Snyder's time in Washington: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/35904912/commanders-owner-dan-snyder-tumultuous-tenure-washington

Also, check out Adam Lazarus' great book on the 1980's Redskins dynasty.

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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In the first of what will be a three part series of episodes, Andrew and Dan discuss the best players in New York professional sports history to wear #'s 1-33. We've got Knicks, Nets, Yankees, Mets, Giants, Jets, Devils, Rangers, and Islanders. And even some Dodgers and (baseball) Giants! Messier or Simms? Manning or Frazier? Munson or Monroe? The only way to find out is to listen!

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Joined by many of our Sports History Network colleagues, Andrew and Dan discuss the lives and legacies of Al Attles, Joe Schmidt, Mercury Morris, Dikembe Mutombo, Pete Rose, Billy Shaw, Luis Tiant, Fernando Valenzuela, Dub Jones, Bela Karolyi, Bob Love, Lou Carnesecca, Rocky Colavito, Rickey Henderson, and Greg Gumbel.

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Andrew and Dan embark on another random team challenge, where we select a historical team at random and then record a podcast about that team. This time we land on the 1978 Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Joined by many of our Sports History Network colleagues, Andrew and Dan discuss the lives and legacies of Frank Ryan, Golden Richards, Andy Russell, Larry Lucchino, O.J. Simpson, Whitey Herzog, Carl Erskine, Jimmy Johnson, Jim Otto, Bill Walton, Larry Allen, Chet Walker, Jerry West, Willie Mays, and Orlando Cepeda.

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hosted by Dan's wife Allison, the guys take part in some New York Sports Trivia! Check out the cards they used at: https://www.yougottaknowgames.com/product/you-gotta-know-ny-sports-copy/

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Nothing like some old-time baseball talk, and in this episode we travel back a century ago to hear about the 1924 World Champion Washington Senators. Our special guest is author Gary Sarnoff author of Team of Destiny: Walter Johnson, Clark Griffith, Bucky Harris, and the 1924 Washington Senators.

Led by Hall of Fame Manager Bucky Harris and featuring the legendary Walter Johnson and HOF Outfielders Sam Rice and Goose Goslin, the Senators defeated the New York Giants in the World Series, bringing DC its last World Series Title for 95 years.

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Boston Globe Columnist Chad Finn joins Dan to talk about, The Boston Globe Story of the Celtics: 1946-Present: The Inside Stories and Acclaimed Reporting on the NBA’s Banner Franchise. Chad compiled the stories in the book, which featured legendary sportswriters like Bob Ryan, Jackie MacMullan, Leigh Montville, and many more. We talk about the book and the importance of the Celtics to the City of Boston.

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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It's World Series time and to celebrate we select the best World Series for every decade from the 1900's to the 2020's!

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Abe Saperstein is best known as the founder of the Harlem Globetrotters but in his career he crossed paths with everybody from Satchel Paige to George Steinbrenner to Wilt Chamberlain to Secretary of State Dean Acheson. Authors Mark and Matthew Jacob join us to talk about their new book, "Globetrotter: How Abe Saperstein Shook Up the World of Sports".

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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In 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs are attempting to become the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowls (and are off to a good start at 3-0!) Eight teams have tried before: The 1968 Packers, 1974 Dolphins, 1977 Steelers, 1980 Steelers, 1990 49ers, 1994 Cowboys, 1999 Broncos, and 2005 Patriots. All have failed, and in fact none have even made it to the Super Bowl, let alone winning it. In this episode we relive all of the efforts. Why were they unsuccessful? And who came the closest?

UPDATE: AS PROMISED WE HAVE UPDATED THIS EPISODE TO INCLUDE THE STORY OF THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS FAILED ATTEMPT TO WIN THREE STRAIGHT SUPER BOWLS IN 2024!

Books to complement this episode:

Jerry Kramer's Farewell to Football by Jerry Kramer

Run to Win by Jerry Kramer

Shula: The Coach of the NFL's Greatest Generation by Mark Ribowsky

The Last Headbangers by Kevin Cook

Boys Will be Boys by Jeff Pearlman

The New York Football Giants are celebrating their 100th season this year, and are celebrating with a series of lists, including a list of the Top 100 Giants Players and a bracket of the best 64 moments in Giants history. Check out www.giants.com/100.

In this episode, Dan and Andrew review the bracket, and the Top 100 Players List, and a few other questions related to the Giants 100th Anniversary. Tune in to hear our thoughts!

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

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In the second part of our episode on 1984 in sports we talk about the baseball and football seasons, featuring all-time great seasons by the Detroit Tigers and San Francisco 49ers, as well as a legendary year in men's and women's tennis, and much more!

Books to compliment this episode are almost too many to name. We mention several in the course of the episode, feel free to contact us if you'd like to know more!

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

Prior to 2004, the U.S. Olympic Basketball Team had won three straight gold medals, and not even lost a game since professionals were first allowed to play in 1992. That all changed as the Larry Brown-coached team in '04 managed only a bronze medal, and lost three games. Tune in to hear the story of how this team underperformed despite the presence of future Hall of Famers such as Tim Duncan, Allen Iverson, Lebron James, and Dwyane Wade.

The book "American Hoops" by Carson Cunningham was particularly helpful in putting together this episodes as were various oral histories from Bleacher Report, GQ, NBC Sports, and ESPN, all of which can be easily googled!

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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We travel back 40 years to revisit 1984 in sports. In Part 1 we talk about a number of sports including hockey, the Olympics, and even pro wrestling. But the heart of this episode is basketball: from Patrick Ewing's Georgetown Hoyas to Bobby Knight's Gold Medical Olympic Team, to Bernard King's suprising Knicks. And of course, the classic '84 Finals between Magic's Lakers and Bird's Celtics. Enjoy and check out Part 2 soon!

Books to compliment this episode are almost too many to name. We mention several in the course of the episode, feel free to contact us if you'd like to know more!

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Most baseball fans know that George Steinbrenner fired Billy Martin as Yankee manager 5 times in just over a decade. But every firing has its own unique story. In this episode we delve into each of the five firings and tell the story behind them.

Books to complement this episode:

Billy Martin: Baseball's Flawed Genius by Bill Pennington

The Bronx Zoo by Sparky Lyle and Peter Golenbock

Steinbrenner's Yankees by Ed Linn

Doc, Donnie, the Kid, and Billy Brawl: How the 1985 Mets and Yankees Fought for New York's Baseball Soul by Chris Donnelly

Steinbrenner: The Last Lion of Baseball by Bill Madden

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Andrew and Dan are joined this week by author and photographer Ken Smoller whose book "Last Comiskey" chronicles the 1990 Chicago White Sox, a surprisingly good team playing their last season in historic Comiskey Park. This was an exciting conversation that branched off into a bunch of fun stadium-related topics, and we hope you all enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed recording it.

Check out the book at Ken's website: https://www.stadiumvagabond.com/lastcomiskey, and the original documentary the book was based on at https://lastcomiskey.com/.

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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It's the next in our series on the "dark years" the years before (or between) a franchise's legendary dynasty years. Last time we covered the 1980's Steelers, this time it's the 1990's Lakers. From the end of "Showtime" to the dawn of the Shaq-Kobe-Phil years. We cover the Cedric Ceballos disappearance, the many Magic Johnson returns, and the coaching tenure of Del Harris, among many other stories.

Books to complement this episode:

"Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s" by Jeff Pearlman

"Three-Ring Circus: Kobe, Shaq, Phil, and the Crazy Years of the Lakers Dynasty" by Jeff Pearlman

"Magic: The Life of Earvin Magic Johnson" by Roland Lazenby

"The Show: The Inside Story of the Spectacular Los Angeles Lakers in the Words of Those Who Lived It" by Roland Lazenby

"Showboat: The Life of Kobe Bryant" by Roland Lazenby

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Our latest episode takes us all over the place as we talk about some of the great teams in sports history that should have won championships but didn't! Some choked, some were unlucky, but all were disappointing. From the 2004 Lakers to the 1906 Cubs to the 2018 Penguins to the 1990 49ers. We cover these and many more!

Thanks to our listener, Lawrence Richards, for the suggestion. Check out his book, "Sports & Boomers: The History of Sports Through a Boomer's Eyes".

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

One of the greatest players of 19th Century Baseball, the great Mike "King" Kelly is perhaps the first sports celebrity in American History. Through 16 seasons, Kelly played in 3 major leagues, and crossed paths with legends like Cap Anson, Al Spalding, and Dan Brouthers. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1945, one of the first 19th Century stars to be so honored.

Books to complement this episode:

"Slide, Kelly, Slide" by Marty Appel

"Before They Were the Cubs" by Jack Bales

"The Boston Braves 1871-1953" by Harold Kaese

"Glory Fades Away: The Nineteenth Century World Series Rediscovered" by Jerry Lansche

"Wrigleyville: A Magical History Tour of the Chicago Cubs" by Peter Golenbock

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Another in our random team challenges, this time the 2002 Super Bowl Champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers!

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Join us for the final of three episodes of the 2023 Hello Old Sports In Memoriam. In this episode we commemorate the lives and legacies of Brooks Robinson, Russ Francis, Tim Wakefield, Dick Butkus, Frank Howard, Bobby Knight, Willie Hernandez, Frank Wycheck, and George McGinnis.

As in previous years we were glad to be joined by several of our Sports History Network colleagues for our In Memoriam special. For Part 3 we'd like to thank Bob Swick (Gridiron Greats Podcast), George Bozeka (Official PFRA Podcast), Dana Auguster (Historically Speaking Sports), Chad Cain (One Guy With a Mic Presents: Dingers and Dunks). And an extra special thinks to Dan's wife Allison, who came on to talk about Tim Wakefield.

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Just in time for the big game we put together our list of the best and worst Super Bowls in NFL history!

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Join us for the second of three episodes of the 2023 Hello Old Sports In Memoriam. In this episode we commemorate the lives and legacies of Dave Wilcox, Dick Groat, Vida Blue, Joe Kapp, Denny Crum, Don Denkinger, Jim Brown, Roger Craig, Bob Brown, and Johnny Lujack.

As in previous years we were glad to be joined by several of our Sports History Network colleagues for our In Memoriam special. For Part 2 we'd like to thank Darin Hayes (Pigskin Dispatch), Dana Auguster (Historically Speaking Sports), Os Davis (Truly the GOATs), Harv Aronson (Total Sports Recall), and George Bozeka (PFRA Official Podcast). Part 3 will be coming soon!

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Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

This week on Hello Old Sports we begin our look back at some of the sports figures who lost their lives in 2023. Join us for the first of three episodes of the 2023 Hello Old Sports In Memoriam. In this episode we commemorate the lives and legacies of  Art McNally, Sal Bando, Billy Packer, Bobby Hull, Bobby Beathard, Ted Lerner, Tim McCarver, Bud Grant, Joe Pepitone, and Willis Reed.

As in previous years we were glad to be joined by several of our Sports History Network colleagues for our In Memoriam special. For Part 1 we'd like to thank Darin Hayes (Pigskin Dispatch), Dana Auguster (Historically Speaking Sports), Jeremy McFarlin (Football is Family), and Mark Morthier (Yesterday's Sports). Part 2 will be coming soon!

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

The Yankees won their first World Series, and opened their own brand new stadium. Jack Dempsey successfully defended his title for the last two times. Bill Tilden won single and doubles titles at the U.S. Open. And Rube Foster's Chicago American Giants lost the Negro National League pennant for the first time. All this and more happened 100 years ago, in 1923.

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Best selling author Gary Myers joins us to talk about "Once a Giant", his latest book talking about one of our favorite teams of all time, the 1986 New York Football Giants. You can buy the book here.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

75 years ago the City of Cleveland experienced one of the greatest years in any city's sports history. Owned by the great Bill Veeck and featuring All Time Greats like Bob Feller and Satchel Paige, the Indians won the American League Pennant and swept the Boston Braves in the World Series. Meanwhile, the Browns finished 14-0 and dominated the AAFC for the third consecutive year.

Books to complement this episode:

"Our Team: The Story of Four Men and the World Series That Changed Baseball" by Luke Epplin

"Satchel: The Life and Times of an American Legend" by Larry Tye

"Epic Season: The 1948 American League Pennant Race" by David Kaiser

"Football Done Right: Setting the Record Straight on Coaches, Playes, and the History of the NFL" by Michael Lombardi

"The Cleveland Indians" by Franklin Lewis

"Red Sox Nation: An An Unexpurgated History of the Boston Red Sox" by Peter Golenbock

"Paul Brown: The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of Football's Most Innovative Coach" by Andrew O'Toole

"The Best Show in Football: The 1946-1955 Cleveland Browns" by Andy Piacsik

"Pro Football Championships Before the Super Bowl: A Year-by-Year History 1926-1965" by Joseph S. Page

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EPISODE SUMMARY

We travel back in time 20 years to one of the most exciting postseasons in baseball history: 2003. The Red Sox and Cubs lost in heartbreaking fashion. Barry Bonds came up short in the postseason once again. Aaron Boone became a Yankee hero. And a 72 year old manager led the Florida Marlins to their second underdog title in seven years.

Books to complement this episode:

"The Yankee Years" by Joe Torre and Tom Verducci

"Love Me Hate Me: Barry Bonds and the Making of an Anti-Hero" by Jeff Pearlman

"Red Sox Nation: The Rich and Colorful History of the Boston Red Sox" by Peter Golenbock

"The Captain: The Journey of Derek Jeter" by Ian O'Connor

"The Franchise: A Curated History of the New York Yankees" by Mark Feinsand

"The Franchise: A Curated History of the Boston Red Sox" by Sean McAdam

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Sports History Network Theme Song

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

We wrap up our series on the best Starting 9's for every MLB Franchise by looking at the NL West: Dodgers, Giants, Diamond Backs, Rockies, and Padres. After that's taken care of, we determine once and for all which MLB Franchise has the best Starting 9 ever! A fun way to wrap up a seasonlong series.

Also, check out https://baseballegg.com/ for some great All Time Teams, as well as Tom Stone's excellent book, "Now Taking the Field".

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

We continue with our series naming the All-Time Starting 9's for each MLB Franchise. Up next, the AL East: Yankees, Red Sox, Orioles, Rays, and Blue Jays.

Also, check out https://baseballegg.com/ for some great All Time Teams, as well as Tom Stone's excellent book, "Now Taking the Field".

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

There are five men who we consider the greatest ever in their respective sports: Babe Ruth, Muhammad Ali, Wayne Gretzky, Michael Jordan, and Tom Brady. These were great players, with many great moments and multiple championships in their careers. In this episode we talk about a part of each legend's career that is not often discussed: their last game (or fight) ever.

Books to Complement This Episode:

John Nogowski: "Last Time Out: Big League Farewells of Baseball's Greats"

Leigh Montville: "The Big Bam: The Life and Times of Babe Ruth"

Robert Creamer: "Babe: the Legend Comes to Life"

Bob LeMoine: "When the Babe Went Back to Boston: Babe Ruth, Judge Fuchs, and the Hapless Braves of 1935"

Jonathan Eig: "Ali: A Life"

Roland Lazenby: "Michael Jordan: The Life"

Michael Leahy: "When Nothing Else Matters: Michael Jordan's Last Comeback"

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Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

25 years ago, in 1998, the sports world saw one of its most exciting years ever. Join us as we travel back to a historic year for Jordan, Elway, McGwire, Earnhardt, and many others.

Books to Complement This Episode:

Total Olympics: Every Obscure, Hilarious, Dramatic, and Inspiring Tale Worth Knowing by Jeremy Fuchs

At the Altar of Speed: The Fast Life and Tragic Death of Dale Earnhardt by Leigh Montville

Elway: A Relentless Life by Jason Cole

Parcells: A Football Life by Bill Parcells and Nunyo Demasio

The Streak: Lou Gehrig, Cal Ripken Jr., and Baseball's Most Historic Record by John Eisenberg

The 1998 Yankees: The Inside Story of the Greatest Baseball Team Ever by Jack Curry

The History of the NBA in Twelve Games by Sean Deveney

Michael Jordan: The Life by Roland Lazenby

Blood on The Horns: The Long Strange Ride of Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls by Roland Lanzenby

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

We continue with our series naming the All-Time Starting 9's for each MLB Franchise. Up next, the AL Central: Royals, Guardians, White Sox, Tigers, and Twins.

Also, check out https://baseballegg.com/ for some great All Time Teams, as well as Tom Stone's excellent book, "Now Taking the Field".

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Dan interviews Bill Curry, who starred at center for the Green Bay Packers and Baltimore Colts in the 1960's. During this time he played in three of the first five Super Bowls and crossed paths with legendary figures like Johnny Unitas, Bart Starr, Vince Lombardi, and Don Shula.

Further Reading: "Ten Men You Meet in the Huddle: Lessons From a Football Life" by Bill Curry.

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

We continue with our series naming the All-Time Starting 9's for each MLB Franchise. Up next, the NL East: Mets, Braves, Marlins, Nationals, and Phillies.

Also, check out https://baseballegg.com/ for some great All Time Teams, as well as Tom Stone's excellent book, "Now Taking the Field".

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Author Dan Taylor joins us to discuss his book, Baseball At the Abyss: The Scandals of 1926, Babe Ruth, and the Unlikely Savior who Rescued a Tarnished Game. The book tells the story of Babe Ruth's legendary 1927 season, and of the gambling scandal that rocked the game and tarnished the legacies of All Time Greats Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker.

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

The 1982-83 76ers are one of the greatest single season teams in NBA History, and brought Julius "The Doctor" Erving his first and only NBA title. League MVP Moses Malone dominated opposing teams and grabbed headlines with his "Fo Fo Fo" prediction. Joined by our father, Glenn, Dan and Andrew break down the team that dominated the league forty years ago.

Books and Articles to Complement This Episode:

"Tales from the Philadelphia 76ers Locker Room: A Collection of the Greatest Sixers Stories from the 1982-83 Championship Season" by Gordon Jones and Pat Williams

"The Book of Basketball" by Bill Simmons

"Doc: The Rise and Rise of Julius Erving" by Vincent Mallozzi

The Year We Won It All: A Behind-the-Scenes Oral History of the 76ers’ Epic 1983 Championship from Philly Mag

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

50 years after the last championship for the New York Knicks, we travel back and talk about one of the most beloved teams in New York Sports History: the 1972-1973 Knicks. The second of two Knicks championship teams, they featured a Hall of Fame Coach in Red Holzman and seven future Hall of Famers on the roster: Walt "Clyde Frazier, Willis Reed, Earl "The Pearl" Monroe, Dave DeBusschere, Jerry Lucas, Bill Bradley, and Phil Jackson.

Books to complement this episode:

"When the Garden was Eden: Clyde, the Captain, Dollar Bill, and the Glory Days of the New York Knicks" by Harvey Araton

"Red Holzman: The Life and Legacy of a Hall of Fame Basketball Coach" by Mort Zachter

"Garden Glory: An Oral History of the New York Knicks" by Dennis D'Agostino

"The 100 Greatest Days in New York Sports" by Stuart Miller

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Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Author J. Daniel joins us to talk about his new book: "Suds Series: Baseball, Beer Wars, and the Summer of '82".

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Veteran journalist Chris Cillizza joins us to discuss his book, Power Players: Sports, Politics, and the American Presidency. Everything from Nixon's All-Time Baseball Team, to Eisenhower's Golf Game, to Jimmy Carter's Fly Fishing!

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

We continue with our series naming the All-Time Starting 9's for each MLB Franchise. Up next, the AL West: Angels, Athletics, Mariners, Astros, and Rangers.

Also, check out https://baseballegg.com/ for some great All Time Teams, as well as Tom Stone's excellent book, "Now Taking the Field".

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode we debut our new "Dark Years" series, where we discuss the years AFTER some of the great dynasties in sports history. First up: The Pittsburgh Steelers of the 1980's. They won four Super Bowls under Chuck Noll in the 1970's but struggled to replace aging veterans in the decade that followed.

For further reading:

Their Life's Work: The Brotherhood of the Pittsburgh Steelers by Gary Pomerantz.

Contact the show at HelloOldSports@gmail.com and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HelloOldSports

Mentioned in this episode:

Sports History Network Theme Song

This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0