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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  • 1969-Jul-20 • LAD/SFG • Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Francisco Giants - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    1969-Jul-20 • LAD/SFG • Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Francisco Giants - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    - 1969 MLB Standings - Sunday, July 20, 1969 - Attendance: 32,560 - Venue: Candlestick Park - Box Score - - Radio Announcers - Vin Scully - Jerry Doggett - - Managers - Walt Alston - Clyde King - - Starting Lineups - 1969 Los Angeles Dodgers - 1 - SS - Maury Wills - 2 - CF - Manny Mota - 3 - LF - Willie Crawford - 4 - 1B - Wes Parker - 5 - RF - Len Gabrielson - 6 - C - Tom Haller - 7 - 3B - Bill Sudakis - 8 - 2B - Ted Sizemore - 9 - P - Claude Osteen - - 1969 San Francisco Giants - 1 - RF - Bobby Bonds - 2 - 2B - Ron Hunt - 3 - CF - Willie Mays - 4 - 1B - Willie McCovey - 5 - 3B - Jim Davenport - 6 - LF - Ken Henderson - 7 - SS - Hal Lanier - 8 - C - Bob Barton

  • 2006 • Baseball Clip • Ernie Harwell • Part 6 of 8 - Tigers 1980s and 90s - Radio Interview

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    2006 • Baseball Clip • Ernie Harwell • Part 6 of 8 - Tigers 1980s and 90s - Radio Interview

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    - Ernie Harwell - Bob Harris In this 2006 audio clip, the legendary baseball broadcaster Ernie Harwell delves into the Detroit Tigers' history during the 1980s and 1990s, a period that saw a mix of triumphs and challenges for the team. Harwell, whose career with the Tigers spanned parts of five decades, offers unique insights into the team's dynamics, key games, and standout players from those years. His tenure included the Tigers' 1984 World Series championship, a high point in the team's history. By 2006, Harwell had been retired from full-time broadcasting for several years, but his voice and memories remained deeply connected to the team and its fans. This interview not only reflects on past glories and struggles but also serves as a bridge between generations of Tigers supporters, encapsulating the changes the team and its fanbase underwent during two transformative decades. The significance of Harwell's perspective cannot be overstated, as he was not just a witness to but also a part of the Tigers' history. In discussing the 1980s and 1990s, Harwell likely touches on the impact of managerial changes, the development and departure of key players, and the evolution of the team's strategy and performance. His reflections provide listeners with a nuanced understanding of the highs and lows experienced by the Tigers, set against the broader backdrop of Major League Baseball during those years. This clip is a valuable piece for anyone interested in the intricacies of baseball history, as told by one of the game's most beloved figures. #ErnieHarwell #DetroitTigers #1980sBaseball #1990sBaseball #SportsHistory

  • 1957-Jul-20 • CHC/BKN • Chicago Cubs vs Brooklyn Dodgers - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    1957-Jul-20 • CHC/BKN • Chicago Cubs vs Brooklyn Dodgers - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    - 1957 MLB Standings - Saturday, July 20, 1957 - Attendance: 6,758 - Venue: Ebbets Field - - Radio Announcers - Vin Scully - Al Helfer - - Managers - Bob Scheffing - Walter Alston - - Starting Lineups - 1957 Chicago Cubs - 1 - CF - Bob Will - 2 - 1B - Bob Speake - 3 - SS - Ernie Banks - 4 - RF - Walt Moryn - 5 - LF - Lee Walls - 6 - 3B - Jerry Kindall - 7 - 2B - Bobby Morgan - 8 - C - Charlie Silvera - 9 - P - Dave Hillman - - 1957 Brooklyn Dodgers - 1 - SS - Charlie Neal - 2 - 2B - Jim Gilliam - 3 - CF - Duke Snider - 4 - 1B - Gil Hodges - 5 - LF - Sandy Amorós - 6 - RF - Gino Cimoli - 7 - 3B - Randy Jackson - 8 - C - John Roseboro - 9 - P - Don Drysdale

  • 1971-Jul-13 • MLB All-Star Game - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    1971-Jul-13 • MLB All-Star Game - Classic Baseball Radio Broadcast

    - 1971 MLB Standings - Attendance: 53,559 - Venue: Tiger Stadium - Box Score - - Radio Announcers - Jim Simpson - Sandy Koufax - - Managers - Sparky Anderson - Earl Weaver - - Starting Lineups - 1971 National League - 1 - CF - Willie Mays - 2 - RF - Hank Aaron - 3 - 3B - Joe Torre - 4 - LF - Willie Stargell - 5 - 1B - Willie McCovey - 6 - C - Johnny Bench - 7 - 2B - Glenn Beckert - 8 - SS - Bud Harrelson - 9 - P - Dock Ellis - - 1971 American League - 1 - 2B - Rod Carew - 2 - CF - Bobby Murcer - 3 - LF - Carl Yastrzemski - 4 - RF - Frank Robinson - 5 - 1B - Norm Cash - 6 - 3B - Brooks Robinson - 7 - C - Bill Freehan - 8 - SS - Luis Aparicio - 9 - P - Vida Blue

  • 1958 • Baseball Clip • Herb Score Interview - Radio

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    1958 • Baseball Clip • Herb Score Interview - Radio

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    - Harry Wismer - Herb Score In this 1958 audio clip, listeners are presented with an interview featuring Herb Score, a promising young pitcher for the Cleveland Indians, whose career was notably impacted by an injury early on. At this point in time, Score was coming off a challenging season, having been struck in the face by a line drive in May 1957, which significantly affected his playing career. Before this incident, Score was considered one of the most dominant pitchers in Major League Baseball, with a blazing fastball that led him to be named the American League Rookie of the Year in 1955 and achieving All-Star status in both 1955 and 1956. This interview likely covers his recovery process, his feelings about returning to the game, and his perspectives on the future following a severe and life-altering setback.The context of this interview is significant, as it captures a moment in baseball history where a player's career trajectory was altered in an instant, highlighting the inherent risks of the sport. It provides insight into the challenges athletes face in the aftermath of serious injuries, both physically and mentally. The year 1958 was a time of uncertainty for Score, making this interview a poignant reflection of personal resilience and the unpredictable nature of sports careers. This piece serves as an important document for understanding the human aspects of baseball, far removed from the statistics and scores, focusing instead on the individual struggles and triumphs of the players.#HerbScore #ClevelandIndians #1958Baseball #BaseballHistory #ComebackStory