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The Baseball Book Club

John Cheslock and Leroy Estep
Ichiro Suzuki
Baseball
Joe Posnanski
The Baseball 100
Mike Mussina
Dixon Baseball Dictionary
Jackie Robinson
Joe Poznanski
Pine Tar
Baseball Terminology
Integration Of the Negro Leagues
Major League Baseball
Billy Martin
Larry Walker
George Brett
Why We Love Baseball
Carlos Beltran
Baseball's Best Short Stories
Yankees
World Series

The Baseball Book Club brings the rich history of baseball to life using classic and contemporary baseball books. With lively discussions, hosts John Cheslock and Leroy Estep reflect on moments in the sport's past as well as the significance it has in our culture today. Ultimately, the goal is to gain a deeper appreciation for the game and build a community of like-minded individuals who share a p... more

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Few pitchers in baseball history combined intelligence, precision and dominance like Christy Mathewson, Greg Maddux and Pedro Martinez. 

In the season finale, John and Leroy examine what set these three legends apart — from Mathewson’s artistry with... more

The Great One, Roberto Clemente, is number 40 on the Posnanski 100 and we'll talk about the life and career of one of Pittsburgh's greatest. 

We will also do some baseball terminology - three terms from Paul Dickson's The Baseball Dictionary. 

TheB... more

What does it take to show up every single day? In this episode, we'll look into the story of Cal Ripken Jr.—the Iron Man of baseball—who redefined durability and dedication by playing in 2,632 consecutive games. From his rookie days in Baltimore to t... more

Still hovering around the Top 50, John and Leroy round out this group of third basemen with a 3-pack including Texas Rangers great Adrian Beltre, Boston Red Sox phenom Wade Boggs and Braves legend Eddie Mathews. 

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Hosts

John Cheslock
Co-host with extensive knowledge of baseball history and literature, contributing engaging insights and anecdotes during discussions.
Leroy Estep
Co-host bringing humor and a love for baseball books to conversations, enhancing listener engagement with lighthearted anecdotes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • The best

    Awesome show. A baseball Oasis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Remolacha77
    United States4 months ago
  • Awesome show!!

    Love the show guys! Really enjoy learning about the history of baseball. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liza_Beth1234
    United States6 months ago
  • Must listen

    An absolute enjoyable and informative podcast. I can never get enough and look forward to another season.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B 90210
    United States9 months ago

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Many describe the podcast as a must-listen for anyone passionate about baseball and its literature.
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Listeners find this show to be a captivating mix of nostalgia and education surrounding baseball history.

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Deadball: When Babe Ruth Saved The Game
Q: Can you expound upon the origins of baseball post-Civil War?
Jeffrey talks about how baseball evolved from an amateur sport played by middle-class men into a professional sport, emphasizing camaraderie and competition.
He Woulda Hit .400 If Not For Everything
Q: So your book of short stories that we're talking about today, Ivan the Terrible Goes on a Family Picnic?
Yes, it explores themes of baseball across different eras and highlights human relationships.
He Woulda Hit .400 If Not For Everything
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? How did you get into writing?
I grew up in rural Iowa, was always a baseball fan, and ended up in Europe due to a teaching job.
Through The Eyes Of Boys
Q: How receptive were these guys to the idea of this book?
For the most part, they really did enjoy talking about it. I found that many of them enjoyed recounting their fond memories.
Through The Eyes Of Boys
Q: Mark, how did you come up with the idea of interviewing the sons of Major League players?
I had the idea probably, I don't know, 20, 25 years ago. I remember fond memories of my boyhood and wondered what it's like to be the son of a Major Leaguer.

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2. Zac Schmitz
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7. Charles Holdefer
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