Let's Play Ball! continues to heat up the summer here on @wedrinkandwewatchthings, and this week's episode comes straight from a fan recommendation! We're stepping back in time to the epic 1961 home run race with 61* - the story of Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle. Mackenzie might have been sporting her Red Sox hat throughout the recording (just for clarity, you know), but even she can appreciate a compelling baseball story. Grab your drink and let's talk about a record chase that gripped a nation.

This week, we're diving into Billy Crystal's portrayal of the intense pressure and rivalry (and friendship) between the "M&M Boys" as they chased Babe Ruth's legendary single-season home run record. We'll be talking about the film's depiction of the media circus, the weight of history, and how two very different personalities handled be ...