Retro Sports Radio: Classic Games from History

- Monday, April 12, 1971 - Attendance: 15,407 - Venue: Dodger Stadium - - Radio Announcers ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ - Vin Scully - Jerry Doggett - - Managers ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ - Leo Durocher - Walt Alston - - Starting Lineups ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ - 1971 Chicago Cubs - 1 - SS - Don Kessinger - 2 - 2B - Glenn Beckert - 3 - LF - Billy Williams - 4 - 3B - Ron Santo - 5 - 1B - Joe Pepitone - 6 - RF - Johnny Callison - 7 - CF - José Ortiz - 8 - C - J.C. Martin - 9 - P - Ken Holtzman - - 1971 Los Angeles Dodgers - 1 - SS - Maury Wills - 2 - RF - Manny Mota - 3 - 1B - Wes Parker - 4 - LF - Dick Allen - 5 - C - Bill Sudakis - 6 - 2B - Jim Lefebvre - 7 - 3B - Steve Garvey - 8 - CF - Bill Russell - 9 - P - Sandy Vance

- 1966 MLB Standings - Tuesday, April 12, 1966 - Attendance: 21,658 - Venue: Metropolitan Stadium - Radio Announcers - Monte Moore - Lynn Ferris - - Starting Lineups - 1966 Kansas City Athletics - 1 - CF - José Tartabull - 2 - RF - Mike Hershberger - 3 - SS - Wayne Causey - 4 - C - Billy Bryan - 5 - 1B - Ken Harrelson - 6 - LF - Larry Stahl - 7 - 2B - Dick Green - 8 - 3B - Ed Charles - 9 - P - Catfish Hunter - - 1966 Minnesota Twins - 1 - SS - Zoilo Versalles - 2 - LF - Sandy Valdespino - 3 - RF - Tony Oliva - 4 - 3B - Harmon Killebrew - 5 - 1B - Don Mincher - 6 - CF - Jimmie Hall - 7 - C - Earl Battey - 8 - 2B - Bernie Allen - 9 - P - Mudcat Grant

The 1975 Cincinnati Reds, known as the Big Red Machine, were at the height of their dominance and delivered one of the most iconic seasons in baseball history. Managed by Sparky Anderson, the team finished with a 108–54 record, cruising to the National League West title and eventually capturing the World Series crownThe roster was loaded with star power, including Pete Rose, Joe Morgan, Johnny Bench, and Tony Pérez—each contributing in different ways to the team’s relentless offense and cohesive chemistry. Joe Morgan, in particular, had an MVP season, showcasing a rare combination of power, speed, and plate discipline. Pete Rose continued to be the heartbeat of the lineup, hitting .317 and playing with unmatched intensity. Bench and Pérez delivered consistent power, while George Foster and Dave Concepción added key production and strong defense. On the pitching side, the staff wasn’t overpowering, but it was highly effective. Don Gullett, Gary Nolan, and Fred Norman anchored the rotation, while Rawly Eastwick emerged as a dominant force out of the bullpenThe Reds’ balance, depth, and aggressive base running made them a nightmare matchup for opponents. After sweeping the Pirates in the NLCS, Cincinnati faced the Boston Red Sox in a dramatic World Series that went seven games. Game 6, featuring Carlton Fisk’s legendary walk-off home run, remains one of the most famous in MLB historyThe Reds responded with a Game 7 victory, securing their first World Series title since 1940.

- 1964 MLB Standings - April 1, 1964 - Portsmouth, Virginia - - Radio Announcers - Bob Murphy - Lindsey Nelson - Ralph Kiner - - Managers - Casey Stengel - Hank Bauer - - Top Players - 1974 New York Mets - RF - Joe Christopher - 2B - Ron Hunt - 1B - Ed Kranepool - C - Jesse Gonder - CF - Jim Hickman - 3B - Charley Smith - LF - George Altman - 2B-CF - Rod Kanehl - SS - Roy McMillan - - 1974 Baltimore Orioles - LF - Boog Powell - 3B - Brooks Robinson - LF-RF - Sam Bowens - 1B - Norm Siebern - SS - Luis Aparicio - C - Dick Brown - CF - Jackie Brandt - C - John Orsino - 2B - Jerry Adair

- Earl Gillespie - Blaine Walsh The Milwaukee Braves of the 1950s were one of the National League’s most formidable and exciting teams, known for their powerful lineup, dominant pitching, and passionate fan base. After relocating from Boston to Milwaukee in 1953, the franchise quickly became a central force in the leagueThe move sparked a surge in attendance, with fans packing County Stadium and giving the team one of the most loyal followings in baseball at the time. Led by a core of future Hall of Famers—Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews, and Warren Spahn—the Braves combined offensive firepower with a reliable pitching staff. Aaron and Mathews consistently ranked among the league leaders in home runs and RBIs, while Spahn remained a workhorse on the mound, racking up wins well into his late 30s. The peak of the decade came in 1957, when the Braves won the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in seven games. They returned to the Fall Classic in 1958 but fell short in a rematch with the Yankees. Throughout the decade, the Braves remained contenders, often finishing near the top of the standings and challenging the National League’s elite. By the end of the 1950s, the team was still strong but beginning to show signs of transition. While the stars remained productive, questions about long-term depth and rising competition foreshadowed the shifts that would define the 1960s. Still, the 1950s Braves left an enduring mark as one of the decade's most respected and balanced clubs.

The 1936 Chicago City Series was another chapter in the long-standing Cubs-White Sox rivalry, which had defined the city’s baseball landscape for decades. The Cubs entered the series fresh off a fourth-place finish in the National League, while the White Sox, though a middle-of-the-pack team in the American League, had the edge when it came to these intra-city showdowns. The South Siders had dominated the City Series historically, and 1936 was no exception. The White Sox swept the four-game set behind strong pitching from Vern Kennedy, Monty Stratton, Ted Lyons, and Bill Dietrich, while the Cubs struggled offensively, managing just eight runs across the series. The Cubs-White Sox rivalry had been one of baseball’s most consistent postseason matchups since the early 1900s, with the teams facing off in the City Series almost every year when neither club was playing in the World Series. Though the Cubs had won National League pennants in 1929, 1932, and 1935, their success did not translate into city bragging rights, as the White Sox continued to dominate the matchup. The 1936 series marked the second time in four years that the Cubs were completely shut out in the annual showdown, reinforcing the White Sox’s reputation as the stronger team in Chicago’s postseason exhibitions.

- 1950 MLB Standings - Game 4, 1950 World Series - Saturday, October 7, 1950 - Attendance: 68,098 - Venue: Yankee Stadium I - - Radio Announcers - Mel Allen - Gene Kelly - - Starting Lineups - 1950 Philadelphia Phillies - 1 - 1B - Eddie Waitkus - 2 - CF - Richie Ashburn - 3 - 3B - Willie Jones - 4 - RF - Del Ennis - 5 - LF - Dick Sisler - 6 - SS - Granny Hamner - 7 - C - Andy Seminick - 8 - 2B - Mike Goliat - 9 - P - Bob Miller - - 1950 New York Yankees - 1 - LF - Gene Woodling - 2 - SS - Phil Rizzuto - 3 - C - Yogi Berra - 4 - CF - Joe DiMaggio - 5 - 1B - Johnny Mize - 6 - 3B - Bobby Brown - 7 - RF - Hank Bauer - 8 - 2B - Jerry Coleman - 9 - P - Whitey Ford

- 1950 MLB Standings - Game 3, 1950 World Series - Friday, October 6, 1950 - Attendance: 64,505 - Venue: Yankee Stadium I - - Radio Announcers - Mel Allen - Gene Kelly - - Starting Lineups - 1950 Philadelphia Phillies - 1 - 1B - Eddie Waitkus - 2 - CF - Richie Ashburn - 3 - 3B - Willie Jones - 4 - RF - Del Ennis - 5 - LF - Dick Sisler - 6 - SS - Granny Hamner - 7 - C - Andy Seminick - 8 - 2B - Mike Goliat - 9 - P - Ken Heintzelman - - 1950 New York Yankees - 1 - SS - Phil Rizzuto - 2 - 2B - Jerry Coleman - 3 - C - Yogi Berra - 4 - CF - Joe DiMaggio - 5 - LF - Hank Bauer - 6 - 1B - Johnny Mize - 7 - 3B - Billy Johnson - 8 - RF - Cliff Mapes - 9 - P - Eddie Lopat

- 1950 MLB Standings - Game 2, 1950 World Series - Thursday, October 5, 1950 - Attendance: 32,660 - Venue: Shibe Park - - Radio Announcers - Mel Allen - Gene Kelly - - Starting Lineups - 1950 New York Yankees - 1 - LF - Gene Woodling - 2 - SS - Phil Rizzuto - 3 - C - Yogi Berra - 4 - CF - Joe DiMaggio - 5 - 1B - Johnny Mize - 6 - 3B - Bobby Brown - 7 - RF - Hank Bauer - 8 - 2B - Jerry Coleman - 9 - P - Allie Reynolds - - 1950 Philadelphia Phillies - 1 - 1B - Eddie Waitkus - 2 - CF - Richie Ashburn - 3 - LF - Dick Sisler - 4 - RF - Del Ennis - 5 - 3B - Willie Jones - 6 - SS - Granny Hamner - 7 - C - Andy Seminick - 8 - 2B - Mike Goliat - 9 - P - Robin Roberts

- 1950 MLB Standings - Game 1, 1950 World Series - Wednesday, October 4, 1950 - Attendance: 30,746 - Venue: Shibe Park - Radio Announcers - Mel Allen - Gene Kelly - - Starting Lineups - 1950 New York Yankees - 1 - LF - Gene Woodling - 2 - SS - Phil Rizzuto - 3 - C - Yogi Berra - 4 - CF - Joe DiMaggio - 5 - 1B - Johnny Mize - 6 - 3B - Bobby Brown - 7 - RF - Hank Bauer - 8 - 2B - Jerry Coleman - 9 - P - Vic Raschi - - 1950 Philadelphia Phillies - 1 - 1B - Eddie Waitkus - 2 - CF - Richie Ashburn - 3 - LF - Dick Sisler - 4 - RF - Del Ennis - 5 - 3B - Willie Jones - 6 - SS - Granny Hamner - 7 - C - Andy Seminick - 8 - 2B - Mike Goliat - 9 - P - Jim Konstanty -

- 1974 NFL Standings - Sunday Dec 15, 1974 - Start Time: 2:00pm - Stadium: Memorial Stadium (Baltimore) - - Radio Announcers - Marty Glickman - Dave Herman - - Head Coaches - Charley Winner - Joe Thomas - - Top Players - 1974 New York Jets - QB - Joe Namath - FB - John Riggins - RB - Emerson Boozer - WR - David Knight - TE - Rich Caster - WR - Lou Piccone - - 1974 Baltimore Colts - QB - Bert Jones - RB - Lydell Mitchell - MLB - Mike Curtis

- 1940 MLB Standings - Game 7, 1940 World Series - Tuesday, October 8, 1940 - Attendance: 26,854 - Venue: Crosley Field - Radio Announcers - Red Barber - Bob Elson - - Starting Lineups - 1940 Detroit Tigers - 1 - SS - Dick Bartell - 2 - CF - Barney McCosky - 3 - 2B - Charlie Gehringer - 4 - LF - Hank Greenberg - 5 - 1B - Rudy York - 6 - RF - Bruce Campbell - 7 - 3B - Pinky Higgins - 8 - C - Billy Sullivan - 9 - P - Bobo Newsom - - 1940 Cincinnati Reds - 1 - 3B - Billy Werber - 2 - CF - Mike McCormick - 3 - RF - Ival Goodman - 4 - 1B - Frank McCormick - 5 - LF - Jimmy Ripple - 6 - C - Jimmie Wilson - 7 - 2B - Eddie Joost - 8 - SS - Billy Myers - 9 - P - Paul Derringer

The Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers faced off on November 25, 1977, at The Spectrum in Philadelphia. At this point in the season, the Warriors (entering at 9-9) were aiming to stabilize their campaign under head coach Al Attles, driven by veteran stars Rick Barry and Phil Smith. Meanwhile, the 76ers (entering at 12-5), coached by Gene Shue, were led by the dynamic Julius Erving and George McGinnis, both of whom were vital in establishing the team as contenders in the Eastern Conference. The 76ers were riding high on momentum and were already seen as a major threat in the league, while the Warriors were looking for consistency amidst a competitive Western Conference landscape. The game was a high-scoring and tightly contested affair, with both teams showcasing their offensive firepower. Philadelphia jumped to an early lead, outscoring Golden State 32-26 in the first quarter, thanks to a strong performance from McGinnis, who would finish with 34 points and 20 rebounds. Julius Erving added 28 points, asserting his all-around dominance. Golden State, however, kept the game close with Phil Smith scoring a team-high 30 points and Rickey Green adding an efficient 22 points off the bench. The Warriors mounted a late comeback, forcing the game into overtime after a balanced scoring effort in the fourth quarter, but Philadelphia’s composure in the extra period sealed the win. With the victory, the 76ers improved to 13-5, solidifying their position as Eastern Conference frontrunners in a season that would see them finish second in the Atlantic Division and eventually reach the NBA Finals. The Warriors, dropping to 9-10, continued their uneven season but showed promise in players like Smith and Green. For Philadelphia, this game was another step toward establishing themselves as one of the league’s elite teams of the era. philadelphi76ers #goldenstatewarriors #juliuserving #georgemcginnis #rickbarry #philsmith #rickeygreen #nbahistory #1977season

- 1981 NFL Standings - Sunday Dec 13, 1981 - Start Time: 1:00pm - Stadium: Tampa Stadium - - Radio Announcers - John DeMott - Tom Kelly - - Head Coaches - Don Coryell - John McKay - - Top Players - 1981 San Diego Chargers - QB - Dan Fouts - RB - Chuck Muncie - RB - James Brooks - TE - Kellen Winslow - WR - Charlie Joiner - LCB - Willie Buchanon - RDE - John Woodcock - RDT - Gary Johnson - LG - Doug Wilkerson - - 1981 Tampa Bay Buccaneers - QB - Doug Williams - RB - Jerry Eckwood - WR - Kevin House - TE - Jimmie Giles - FS - Cedric Brown - SS - Neal Colzie - RDE - Lee Roy Selmon -

- Game 6, 1935 World Series - Monday, October 7, 1935 - Attendance: 48,420 - Venue: Navin Field - - Radio Announcers - Hal Totten - Ty Tyson - Boake Carter - - Starting Lineups - 1935 Chicago Cubs - 1 - LF - Augie Galan - 2 - 2B - Billy Herman - 3 - RF - Chuck Klein - 4 - C - Gabby Hartnett - 5 - CF - Frank Demaree - 6 - 1B - Phil Cavarretta - 7 - 3B - Stan Hack - 8 - SS - Billy Jurges - 9 - P - Larry French - - 1935 Detroit Tigers - 1 - 3B - Flea Clifton - 2 - C - Mickey Cochrane - 3 - 2B - Charlie Gehringer - 4 - LF - Goose Goslin - 5 - RF - Pete Fox - 6 - CF - Gee Walker - 7 - SS - Billy Rogell - 8 - 1B - Marv Owen - 9 - P - Tommy Bridges -

- 1935 MLB Standings - Friday, October 4, 1935 - Attendance: 45,532 - Venue: Wrigley Field - Game Duration: 2:27 - - Radio Announcers - Bob Elson - Red Barber - Quin Ryan - - Starting Lineups - 1935 Detroit Tigers - 1 - CF - Jo-Jo White - 2 - C - Mickey Cochrane - 3 - 2B - Charlie Gehringer - 4 - LF - Goose Goslin - 5 - RF - Pete Fox - 6 - SS - Billy Rogell - 7 - 1B - Marv Owen - 8 - 3B - Flea Clifton - 9 - P - Elden Auker - - 1935 Chicago Cubs - 1 - LF - Augie Galan - 2 - 2B - Billy Herman - 3 - CF - Freddie Lindstrom - 4 - C - Gabby Hartnett - 5 - RF - Frank Demaree - 6 - 1B - Phil Cavarretta - 7 - 3B - Stan Hack - 8 - SS - Billy Jurges - 9 - P - Bill Lee

The show The Scout is a Family Theater radio drama episode that aired on June 15, 1949. It features Eddie Bracken, Kathy O'Donnell, and Branch Rickey in pivotal roles. The story, introduced by Branch Rickey, revolves around baseball, a theme close to Rickey's heart due to his long association with the sport. He introduces the tale of Skip Welch, a character not famous in the big leagues or recorded in major league record books but regarded by Rickey as a true big-league player due to his integrity and character. The narrative unfolds in a small Midwestern town called Rawson, where Skip Welch, once an orphan and now a minor league baseball player, dedicates his time to coaching boys from the local orphanage. His story is one of ambition, moral dilemmas, and the harsh realities of professional sports. Despite his skill and passion, Skip faces challenges that test his values, particularly when he meets a mysterious scout promising him a future in the major leagues under stringent, morally ambiguous conditions. As Skip pursues his dream, he finds himself compromising the very principles he holds dear, leading to a climactic moment where he must choose between personal gain and the well-being of a young boy named Chuck from the orphanage. List of characters and their actors: Eddie Bracken as Skip Welch: A hopeful minor league baseball player and the protagonist of the story. Kathy O'Donnell as Mary Collins: Skip's love interest who helps him see the value in moral integrity over success at any cost. Branch Rickey as the Host/Narrator: Introduces the story and provides commentary on the moral of the story. A character known as the Scout: Represents the temptation of success at the expense of one's values. Chuck: A young boy from the orphanage who looks up to Skip and whose fate becomes intertwined with Skip's moral decisions. The story serves as a parable on the importance of playing hard but clean, emphasizing integrity over victory and the real meaning of success. It is an echo of Rickey's own beliefs about the role of sports in building character.

In 1946, Leo Durocher was in his eighth season as manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Known for his fiery personality and strategic acumen, Durocher had already established himself as one of the most controversial and successful managers in baseball. This year marked Durocher's return to the dugout after World War II had significantly impacted baseball rosters. The 1946 season would prove to be pivotal for Durocher and the Dodgers. Under his leadership, the team finished tied for first place with the St. Louis Cardinals, necessitating the first-ever tiebreaker playoff in Major League history. Although the Dodgers lost this playoff, Durocher's managerial skills had once again brought the team to the brink of a pennant. This radio show captures Durocher at a crucial moment in his career, just before the controversy that would lead to his suspension for the entire 1947 season. #LeoDurocher #BrooklynDodgers #1946MLBSeason #BaseballManagers #PostWarBaseball

In 1948, Dizzy Dean was firmly established in his second career as a baseball broadcaster, having retired from playing in 1947. This was Dean's third year calling games for the St. Louis Browns and Cardinals, a role he began in 1941 shortly after his playing days ended. Dean's unique style of broadcasting, characterized by his folksy humor and unorthodox grammar, had already made him a fan favorite behind the microphone. The Dizzy Dean Show was a regular feature on radio during this period, showcasing Dean's personality and baseball knowledge. 1948 was a significant year in baseball, with the Cleveland Indians winning the World Series and Babe Ruth passing away in August. Dean's show likely touched on these major events while providing his signature commentary on the current baseball season. His perspective as a former star pitcher, particularly his experiences with the St. Louis Cardinals' Gashouse Gang in the 1930s, added depth to his analysis of the game. #DizzyDean #BaseballBroadcasting #1948MLBSeason #RadioSportsShow #FormerPlayerAnalyst

In 1966, Bob Feller was a decade removed from his playing career, having retired from the Cleveland Indians in 1956. By this time, Feller had been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962 and was established as one of the game's legendary pitchers. His career spanned from 1936 to 1956, interrupted by his service in World War II from 1942 to 1945. This radio clip features Feller reflecting on the concerns he and other players had upon returning to baseball after World War II. Feller's perspective is particularly valuable, as he was one of the first major league players to enlist after the attack on Pearl Harbor, joining the Navy just two days later. His experiences bridged the pre-war and post-war eras of baseball, giving him unique insight into how the game and its players were affected by the global conflict. Feller likely discusses the challenges of readjusting to civilian life, regaining baseball form after years away from the game, and the changes in the sport during the war years. #BobFeller #BaseballHallOfFame #WWII #PostWarBaseball #MLBVeterans