In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff is joined by special guest David McEllis from the 1988 Topps podcast. With co-host Mark on a rehab assignment, they dive into the 1987 MLB season, known for its unusually high home run rates due to the 'rabbit ball.' They discuss significant events, standout players, and surprising stats from that year, including Paul Molitor's 39-game hitting streak, the Brewers' 13-0 start, and the hard-fought AL East pennant race. They also cover MVP and Cy Young awards, rookies of the year, and the subsequent postseason. Listeners are encouraged to engage with a giveaway contest for an autographed Dave Stewart jersey by answering questions from both podcasts.
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00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:28 Special Guest: David McEllis
01:03 Podcast Collaboration and Giveaway Announcement
02:20 Hall of Fame News
03:47 Dick Allen's Legacy
07:35 Dave Parker's Career Highlights
12:00 Ryan Sandberg's Health Update
12:53 Baseball Songs and Nostalgia
16:05 Joe DiMaggio and Baseball Cards
18:25 1987 MLB Season Review
33:30 The 1987 All-Star Game Highlights
34:44 Cheating Scandals of 1987
35:42 Remarkable Performances and Records
37:27 The Exciting 1987 Pennant Race
40:48 1987 World Series Recap
42:37 Award Winners and Controversies
51:38 Rookies and Notable Debuts
54:46 Reflecting on the 1987 MLB Season
56:40 Giveaway and Podcast Information
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