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Browns vs Cardinals: St. Louis' Legendary 1944 World Series
Manage episode 433162991 series 2322404
Saint Louis In Tune hosts Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston explore the historical Trolley Series (Streetcar Series) of 1944, which was a World Series entirely contested by St. Louis teams. Their guest, Ed Wheatley—a sports historian, author, and film producer—provides an in-depth perspective on the unique circumstances and vibrant history surrounding this legendary all-St. Louis showdown between the St. Louis Browns and the St. Louis Cardinals. The discussion touches on the cultural impact of baseball during wartime, the significance of the sport in American society, and treasured moments from one of baseball’s most memorable series.
[00:00] Introduction to the Trolley Series
[00:23] Meet the Hosts and Special Guest
[01:11] A Return to Civility
[01:56] The 1944 World Series: Setting the Scene
[03:34] The St. Louis Browns and Their Legacy
[05:10] Upcoming Events and Celebrations
[07:12] The Impact of World War II on Baseball
[11:22] The Browns' Journey to the World Series
[16:10] The 1944 World Series: Game Highlights
[20:15] Historical Context and Fun Facts
[26:53] The 1944 World Series Begins
[28:19] Ricky's Clever Deal with the Browns
[29:13] The Shared Apartment Dilemma
[30:23] World War II's Impact on Baseball
[31:33] Cardinals' World Series Comeback
[39:11] The Unique Story of Pete Gray
[45:02] St. Louis: America's Best Sports Town
[50:18] The Unifying Power of Sports
[52:54] Upcoming Events and Closing Remarks
- August 15-Retro Jersey & Bobblehead at Gateway Grizzlies Baseball
- September 24-St. Louis Browns Luncheon
- St. Louis Browns Luncheon
- Retro Jersey & Bobblehead at Gateway Grizzlies Baseball
- St Louis Browns Historical Society Facebook Page
- St. Louis Browns Historical Society
This is Season 7! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com
#stlcardinals #stlbrowns #worldseries #meetmeinstlouis #1944baseball #harrytruman #sportsmanspark #1944worldseries #ww2baseball
300 afleveringen
Manage episode 433162991 series 2322404
Saint Louis In Tune hosts Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston explore the historical Trolley Series (Streetcar Series) of 1944, which was a World Series entirely contested by St. Louis teams. Their guest, Ed Wheatley—a sports historian, author, and film producer—provides an in-depth perspective on the unique circumstances and vibrant history surrounding this legendary all-St. Louis showdown between the St. Louis Browns and the St. Louis Cardinals. The discussion touches on the cultural impact of baseball during wartime, the significance of the sport in American society, and treasured moments from one of baseball’s most memorable series.
[00:00] Introduction to the Trolley Series
[00:23] Meet the Hosts and Special Guest
[01:11] A Return to Civility
[01:56] The 1944 World Series: Setting the Scene
[03:34] The St. Louis Browns and Their Legacy
[05:10] Upcoming Events and Celebrations
[07:12] The Impact of World War II on Baseball
[11:22] The Browns' Journey to the World Series
[16:10] The 1944 World Series: Game Highlights
[20:15] Historical Context and Fun Facts
[26:53] The 1944 World Series Begins
[28:19] Ricky's Clever Deal with the Browns
[29:13] The Shared Apartment Dilemma
[30:23] World War II's Impact on Baseball
[31:33] Cardinals' World Series Comeback
[39:11] The Unique Story of Pete Gray
[45:02] St. Louis: America's Best Sports Town
[50:18] The Unifying Power of Sports
[52:54] Upcoming Events and Closing Remarks
- August 15-Retro Jersey & Bobblehead at Gateway Grizzlies Baseball
- September 24-St. Louis Browns Luncheon
- St. Louis Browns Luncheon
- Retro Jersey & Bobblehead at Gateway Grizzlies Baseball
- St Louis Browns Historical Society Facebook Page
- St. Louis Browns Historical Society
This is Season 7! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com
#stlcardinals #stlbrowns #worldseries #meetmeinstlouis #1944baseball #harrytruman #sportsmanspark #1944worldseries #ww2baseball
300 afleveringen
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