Two Strike Noise - A Baseball History Podcast

In this episode of 'Two Strike Noise,' Jeff and Mark discuss former Dodgers first baseman Steve Garvey and his failed political run, as well as his celebrity fishing tournament. The main segment focuses on the career of Gus Weying, a 19th-century pitcher notable for his impressive stats, penchant for hitting batters, and numerous off-field antics, including his love for pigeons. The episode wraps up with a round of Wax Packs Heroes, featuring baseball cards from 1989.

00:00 Introduction

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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark, dive back into various baseball history topics. They discuss a wide range of subjects, including the Tampa Bay Rays' 2025 season plans, Greg Maddux's unique pitching strategies, and Vince Coleman's football aspirations. The hosts also engage in the fan-favorite segment Wax Pack Heroes, where they open vintage baseball card packs and compete to see who pulls the best cards. From breaking news to quirky baseball trivia, this episode has it all.

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00:48 Show Updates and Baseball News

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In this week's episode of 'Two Strike Noise', hosts Jeff and Mark dive into the latest baseball history including synchronized World Series walkoffs, turtlenecks are cool again and we just missed out on another award. This week’s main topic  centers on the iconic Philadelphia Phillies mascot, the Philly Phanatic. We reminisce about the mascots' memorable antics, including run-ins with players like Lonnie Smith and managers such as Tommy Lasorda. The episode then shifts gears to the internationally famous Wax Pack Heroes segment, where we open baseball card packs from 1990 tops, compete in a stat-based game, and relive major league moments.

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00:00 Introduction and World Series Talk

We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

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Join Jeff and Mark in this episode of Two Strike Noise as they prepare for the excitement of the World Series, find out a disgraced former MLB pitcher has hit us with a copyright strike! The two most handsome baseball history podcast hosts for a niche podcast with no EGOT’s to their credit then compile a list of baseball’s most Halloween names and also celebrate baseball history, from a non-”boner” Fred Merkle highlight and THE moment of the 1986 World Series. Former MLB pitcher Don August joins the pod again. He shares more of his stories from his time in baseball in the big leagues and almost every other league in the world. 

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We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

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Join Jeff and Mark in this episode of Two Strike Noise as they dive into the excitement of the baseball playoffs, dissect memorable home runs, and critique Alex Rodriguez's pregame appearances. The two most handsome baseball history podcast hosts for a niche podcast with no EGOT’s to their credit then explore quirky traditions like the UK’s chestnut-hitting contest and discuss a scandal involving an 82-year-old champion. They also celebrate baseball history, from Connie Mack’s legendary career to Reggie Jackson’s World Series heroics. Nostalgia takes center stage with Wax Pack Heroes, comparing 1990 Topps baseball cards and sharing anecdotes about iconic players, trades, and personal trivia. A light-hearted and entertaining mix of baseball history, stats, and quirky stories perfect for any baseball enthusiast.

Vulf - 1 for 1, Dimaggio - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8fWZ9FjIK4&ab_channel=Vulf

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We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark delve into the most important baseball topics from the past week, including memorable historical moments, player highlights, and mascots staying as far away from us as possible. They rate post season home run trots so far and Pittbull sticking his nose into baseball because ofcourse he is. We also touch on minor league memories, intriguing baseball stats, and even delve into pop culture references featuring baseball. The episode culminates in a Wax Pack Heroes segment where they open 1990 Topps cards, reminiscing about baseball aesthetics and nostalgia in a fun competition.

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We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

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00:00 Welcome to Two Strike: Baseball History Podcast

This week the entire episode is dedicated to a team that no longer exists only because of the greed of MLB owners, the Oakland Athletics. Mark and Jeff relive the highlights of the A’s tenure in the Bay Area, including World Series, winning streaks, MVP’s and MC Hammer. Plus, when was the last time a baseball game made you cry? Was it happy or sad tears. Mark and Jeff tell you their sob stories, plus Jose Canseco finally gets the home run derby he’s been begging for on social media for the past decade. 

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We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, hosts Jeff and Mark recount yet another new & unique way the Mariners can lose a game, discover some baseball players with famous relatives and revisit initial thoughts about some newer rules of the game. The main segment this week tells the story of the Yankees game derailed because of the use of a bat with illegal amounts of pine tar, and it had nothing to do with George Brett! Wax Pack Heroes involves some themed baseball cards sent in by a listener.

00:25 Mariners' Unbelievable Loss

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We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark dive into the end-of-season excitement as the playoff race heats up. They discuss memorable moments such as Blue Jays pitcher Bowden Francis losing two no-hitters in the ninth inning just like another Blue Jay pitcher from the past and the latest ongoing ons with Oakland A's potential move to Sacramento. A long litany of debuts including Ron Darling and Dale Murphy make up a rogues gallery of past greats. The episode wraps up with a rain-shortened game of Wax Pack Heroes featuring 1990 Topps cards, but who will claim victory?

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We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

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Join Jeff and Mark on Two Strike Noise, your all-time favorite baseball history podcast. This episode, more rule changes baseball would be stupid not to introduce, surprising stolen bases leaders in the 90s and just how many second generation players are there currently in the bigs? They also celebrate the achievements of Stan Musial, comparing his incredible career stats to modern players. The episode wraps up with Wax Pack Heroes, featuring vintage Sportflics and Upper Deck cards, with trivia and fun facts. Tune in for baseball history, trivia, and friendly competition, but leave with the next winning lottery numbers.

We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/

#podernfamily #podnation #baseball #mlb #history #podcast #baseballcards