Arky Vaughn was a nine time all star and the premier shortstop in the National League from 1932 until 1948. Vaughn spent most of his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates although he also played several years for the great Brooklyn Dodgers teams of the 1940s. Vaughn retired from baseball in 1948. He would lose his life a short time later. The Dead Ball podcast was created by Tim Scott. This weeks episode was written and hosted by Nina Innsted. Chuck Walters is our technical advisor and audio engineer. Please join us on Facebook. #pirates #dodgers.  For more information on baseball history visit https://sabr.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arky Vaughn

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Darryl Kile was a talented and respected Major League Baseball pitcher known for his fierce competitiveness on the mound. He had a successful career playing for the Houston Astros, Colorado Rockies, and St. Louis Cardinals before his untimely death in 2002 at the age of 33. Kile's legacy lives on through his contributions to the sport and the impact he had on those who knew him.  

Darryl Kile

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The Fanatic

The brief history of the Seattle Pilots - the only major league team to go bankrupt.     Written by: Tim Scott Hosted by: Thadd Scott Executive Producer: Nina Innsted Audio Producer: Thadd Scott  

One Brief Shinning Moment- The Story of the Seattle Pilots

Slim Jones displayed exceptional skills on the field with precise pitches and powerful hits, earning admiration and recognition from his peers. He transceded the negro league. Slim's one downfall was booze, and booze doesn't care how well you throw a ball.  Dead Ball was created by Tim Scott Executive Producer Nina Innsted  Slim Jones: Written and Produced by Thadd Scott    

Slim Jones

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Arky Vaughn

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