Retro Sports Radio: Classic Games from History

by RetroSeasons.com

Classic radio broadcasts of baseball and football games and interviews from the past 100 years in sports history. Hear the greats like Vin Scully, Ernie Harwell, Mel Allen, Harry Caray, and Phil Rizzuto with the vintage radio play-by-play.

Full games are published 5 times a week. Bonus episodes and interview clips will be published on the off-days of Mondays and Thursdays.

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  • 1971-Sep-29 • HOU/LAD • Houston Astros vs Los Angeles Dodgers - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    1971-Sep-29 • HOU/LAD • Houston Astros vs Los Angeles Dodgers - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    - 1971 MLB Standings - Wednesday, September 29, 1971 - Attendance: 34,802 - Venue: Dodger Stadium - Night Game, on grass - - Radio Announcers - Vin Scully - - Managers - Harry Walker - Walt Alston - - Starting Lineups - 1971 Houston Astros - 1 - SS - Roger Metzger - 2 - 2B - Joe Morgan - 3 - CF - César Cedeño - 4 - 1B - Bob Watson - 5 - RF - Jim Wynn - 6 - LF - Jesús Alou - 7 - 3B - Denis Menke - 8 - C - Larry Howard - 9 - P - Ken Forsch - - 1971 Los Angeles Dodgers - 1 - SS - Maury Wills - 2 - 1B - Bill Buckner - 3 - CF - Willie Davis - 4 - 3B - Dick Allen - 5 - RF - Willie Crawford - 6 - LF - Manny Mota - 7 - C - Duke Sims - 8 - 2B - Bobby Valentine - 9 - P - Al Downing

  • 1958 • Baseball Clip • Dick Groat Interview - Radio

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    1958 • Baseball Clip • Dick Groat Interview - Radio

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    - Harry Wismer - Dick Groat In this 1958 radio interview, Dick Groat, the shortstop for the Pittsburgh Pirates, shares insights into his career and the state of the game at that time. Groat, who had joined the Pirates in 1952, was emerging as one of the key figures in the team's lineup. By 1958, he was recognized for his solid defensive skills and consistent hitting, which would later culminate in him winning the National League MVP award in 1960. This interview captures Groat during a period when he was solidifying his reputation as one of the premier shortstops in baseball, contributing significantly to the Pirates' resurgence in the late 1950s. Listeners of this clip will gain a deeper understanding of Groat's approach to the game and his thoughts on his role with the Pirates. As a two-sport star who also played professional basketball for the Fort Wayne Pistons, Groat’s athletic prowess was widely respected. This conversation offers a snapshot of his mindset during a crucial time in his baseball career, providing context for his later successes, including leading the Pirates to a World Series title in 1960. #DickGroat #PittsburghPirates #1950sBaseball #BaseballHistory #RadioInterview

  • 1983-Sep-20 • BAL/DET • Baltimore Orioles vs Detroit Tigers - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    1983-Sep-20 • BAL/DET • Baltimore Orioles vs Detroit Tigers - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    - 1983 MLB Standings - Tuesday, September 20, 1983 - Attendance: 32,410 - Venue: Tiger Stadium - - Radio Announcers - Ernie Harwell - Paul Carey - - Starting Lineups - 1983 Baltimore Orioles - 1 - CF - Al Bumbry - 2 - RF - Dan Ford - 3 - SS - Cal Ripken Jr. - 4 - 1B - Eddie Murray - 5 - LF - John Lowenstein - 6 - DH - Ken Singleton - 7 - C - Joe Nolan - 8 - 3B - Glenn Gulliver - 9 - 2B - Rich Dauer - - P - Dennis Martínez - - 1983 Detroit Tigers - 1 - 2B - Lou Whitaker - 2 - SS - Alan Trammell - 3 - LF - Larry Herndon - 4 - C - Lance Parrish - 5 - DH - Kirk Gibson - 6 - 1B - Enos Cabell - 7 - CF - Chet Lemon - 8 - RF - Glenn Wilson - 9 - 3B - Wayne Krenchicki - - P - Dan Petry -

  • 2006 • Baseball Clip • Ernie Harwell - Signature Calls - Radio Interview Part 8 of 8

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    2006 • Baseball Clip • Ernie Harwell - Signature Calls - Radio Interview Part 8 of 8

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    - Ernie Harwell - Bob Harris In this 2006 radio interview, listeners are treated to a segment with Ernie Harwell, one of the most beloved voices in baseball history. Harwell, who spent over four decades as the play-by-play announcer for the Detroit Tigers, was known for his smooth, Southern cadence and his ability to capture the essence of the game with his words. By 2006, Harwell had retired from regular broadcasting but remained a cherished figure in the sport, often reflecting on his illustrious career that began in the 1940s. This interview is part of a series that highlights Harwell's signature calls, offering fans a chance to relive some of the most memorable moments in baseball history through his distinct narration. Harwell’s career spanned some of the most significant eras in baseball, and his voice became synonymous with the summer pastime for generations of fans. In this segment, his reflections on the art of the play-by-play call and the moments he cherished the most provide an intimate look into the mind of a broadcasting legend. For those who grew up listening to Harwell, this interview serves as a nostalgic journey, while for newer fans, it offers an introduction to the timeless impact of one of the game’s greatest announcers. #ErnieHarwell #DetroitTigers #BaseballBroadcasting #RadioInterview #2000sBaseball

  • 1971-Sep-19 • Miami Dolphins vs Denver Broncos - Classic Football Radio Broadcast

    1971-Sep-19 • Miami Dolphins vs Denver Broncos - Classic Football Radio Broadcast

    - 1971 NFL Standings - Sunday Sep 19, 1971 - Stadium: Mile High Stadium - - Radio Announcers - Rick Weaver - Larry King - Henry Barrow - - Top Players - 1971 Miami Dolphins - QB - Bob Griese - FB - Larry Csonka - RB - Jim Kiick - WR - Paul Warfield - RG - Larry Little - MLB - Nick Buoniconti - C - Jim Langer - - 1971 Denver Broncos - QB - Don Horn - QB - Steve Ramsey - RB - Floyd Little - FB - Bobby Anderson - RCB - Bill Thompson - RDT - Paul Smith - RDE - Lyle Alzado