Episode 270 - Gus Weyhing Hit Batters and Pigeons In Bunches
Two Strike Noise - A Baseball History Podcast
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Show Notes
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
01:18 Steve Garvey and Celebrity Bill Fishing Tournament
05:16 Interesting Baseball Stats
11:12 Gus Weying
33:40 Wax Packs Heroes
01:08:21 Concluding Remarks
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