For Love of the Game

Ep. 35 - A Dream Come True: with Andy Strasberg


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In this episode we learn how today’s guest, Andy Strasberg, became known as Roger Maris’s most faithful and loyal fan. A fanhood filled with incredible moments that seem to be scripted right out of a Hollywood movie. We also discuss Andy’s 22 year career with the San Diego Padres, where he hatched creative ideas like the infamous San Diego Chicken. We finish it off by learning about his experience as a Technical Consultant for the movie 61* (which depicts the epic 1961 home run chase involving Mickey Mantle & Roger Maris) and what it was like working with film director, and avid Yankee fan, Billy Crystal.
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For Love of the GameBy Jim Tunison

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