Stan Coveleski won a pitcher's duel in 1917.. against Babe Ruth. Burleigh Grimes was a teammate of Honus Wagner as a rookie. Cool Papa Bell that's just jaw dropping to see the guy at all. Amazing history here.
Of all the people featured, apart from a few not found in Wikipedia, the only ones still living are: Glenn Beckert, Randy Hundley, George Altman, Paul Popovich, J.C. Martin, and Phil Regan.
Thank you for doing the one thing I only had vague dreams of accomplishing one day. I spent years going to thrift stores looking for old videotapes in hopes of finding things like this and you created something far beyond anything I'd ever hope for. Thank you for posting this and some many other treasures like this.
After this game, the Cubs had a regularly-scheduled game against the Mets. Since Wrigley Field didn't have lights yet, and the Mets-Cubs game started at 1:15 pm, the Old Timers probably started at or about noon, and would've had to finish by 1 pm. By the way, the Cubs beat the Mets with 4 in the 9th, 5-4, and held a 7-game lead in the NL East, which would grow to 8.5 games the following week until the inevitable collapse.
Absolutely fascinating to hear all the post-career jobs these people had. A HOF and legend like Bob Feller has to work at Hilton after he retires from baseball? Insane!
It's not like these guys got the inter-generational big money when they played. A lot of them grew up in a time when the idea of retirement was still foreign.
Hey Fuzzy if you can find the 1983 old timers game at Comiskey Park before the ASG and the 1990 old timers game at Wrigley Field before their ASG that would be great
JC Martin after he retired was paired with Harry Carey on White Sox broadcasts. Lasted about 1 day. Harry later said it was due to JC not being able to speak English.
Sad story about Glenn Beckert....at the time of this Old Timers Game, he was only 36 years old and had been one of the National League’s top 2nd baseman for several years in the late 60s and early 70s...but in 1973, he hurt his back and the next year he was traded to San Diego....the back injury never healed and he was forced to retire only two years before this game..
...Jack and the boys closed the Pump Room the night before the game; Feller was hungover. Love it.
Stan Coveleski won a pitcher's duel in 1917.. against Babe Ruth. Burleigh Grimes was a teammate of Honus Wagner as a rookie. Cool Papa Bell that's just jaw dropping to see the guy at all. Amazing history here.
my old friend Joe Sewell....so good to see him again...RIP friend
Guys strike out more in one year than he did in his whole career!
Of all the people featured, apart from a few not found in Wikipedia, the only ones still living are: Glenn Beckert, Randy Hundley, George Altman, Paul Popovich, J.C. Martin, and Phil Regan.
Pretty cool they had Buck Leonard and Cool Papa Bell there.
Thank you for doing the one thing I only had vague dreams of accomplishing one day. I spent years going to thrift stores looking for old videotapes in hopes of finding things like this and you created something far beyond anything I'd ever hope for. Thank you for posting this and some many other treasures like this.
My dad was there that day. He never stops talking about it.
WOW!!! this is pure baseball gold thank you for finding this one
This is absolutely amazing. Most of these legends i’ve never heard speak or play really, but to have it in color and (reasonably) good quality? Wow!
A timeless classic. Such fun. Thanks for posting.
This is absolutely priceless.
Love the old school White Sox red pinstripe uniform!
My childhood wrapped up in a package. Amazing!
Warren Spahn in center? Jack Brickhouse has a deep connection to these and all players. He talks with them not through or over them.
Believe it or not, the Cubs issued a program just for this event. My oldest brother still has his.
A living Hall of Fame. Thanks for posting.
After this game, the Cubs had a regularly-scheduled game against the Mets. Since Wrigley Field didn't have lights yet, and the Mets-Cubs game started at 1:15 pm, the Old Timers probably started at or about noon, and would've had to finish by 1 pm. By the way, the Cubs beat the Mets with 4 in the 9th, 5-4, and held a 7-game lead in the NL East, which would grow to 8.5 games the following week until the inevitable collapse.
Absolutely fascinating to hear all the post-career jobs these people had. A HOF and legend like Bob Feller has to work at Hilton after he retires from baseball? Insane!
Bob also 'worked" as a Chief Boatswain's Mate for the USN in WWII.
Do what u have to do my friends.
It's not like these guys got the inter-generational big money when they played. A lot of them grew up in a time when the idea of retirement was still foreign.
Hey Fuzzy if you can find the 1983 old timers game at Comiskey Park before the ASG and the 1990 old timers game at Wrigley Field before their ASG that would be great
Genius of putting career stats for each Hall of Famer.
That '77 Park Ave is a love machine.
E. Ŧörpel just like the 77 olds 98
....the Buick was nicer and rode better.
Jack Brickhouse announcing on Channel 9 (WGN TV) and Mr. Cub Ernie Banks and Lou Boudreau (the Good Kid). This is a classic.
Wow!! Thank you!
What a wonderful collection of legends.
I was at that game...I wouldn't have missed it for anything.
The skills are still there. Pretty remarkable.
Jack Brickhouse getting all over his broadcast partner Lou Boudreau for his play in the game is the highlight of a delightful presentation.
JC Martin after he retired was paired with Harry Carey on White Sox broadcasts. Lasted about 1 day. Harry later said it was due to JC not being able to speak English.
Remember watching this
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Sad story about Glenn Beckert....at the time of this Old Timers Game, he was only 36 years old and had been one of the National League’s top 2nd baseman for several years in the late 60s and early 70s...but in 1973, he hurt his back and the next year he was traded to San Diego....the back injury never healed and he was forced to retire only two years before this game..
Batted .342 then out of baseball 3 seasons later
I remember that season; he tore up the league that year with his bat....
R.I.P. Ron Santo and Erine Banks
Thanks
4:13 Isn’t that the banjo player from “Deliverance”?
Me: Wow I can't wait to see Lloyd Waner bat
Also me: I can't believe that they didn't show Waner's at-bat!
Wow! Amazing!
And so many still had regular real working jobs.....
can not figure out who Bob Rice is, only major leaguer who has that name played in 1926 for philadelphia for 19 games.
That was dangerous at 28:08.
I agree
Glen Beckert passed away 4/12/20
Ralph Kiner of the Grays???
3:10 Cubs Broadcaster Lou Boudreau (at the time)
A bit confused...where’s the legendary BILLY WILLIAMS?....he finished his career with the A’s at the end of the ‘76 season...
explanation at 27:27
Jack said his mother died
7:13 Hall Of Fame Broadcaster Bob Elson introducting the players.
Spahn and Spain and pray for rain!
spahn and sain and pray for rain.
Spahn was hell on wheels against the Yankees in the World Series, although I forget which year.
Spahn and Sain. Johnny Sain. Was the White Sox' pitching coach in the 70s.
17:53 Sheldon Cooper
That is sad I checked he just passed away RIP SC
I know they talk about concussions in football but among former shortstops in baseball, I feel it’s high. Glenn Beckert is the reason.
Huh?
You mean takeout slides to break up the double play? That's how it was done back then. It wasn't considered dirty.
Take the commercials out.
No.
@@FuzzyMemoriesTV Yes.
The commercials are great. Leave them in!
I also love the classic commercials from my youth. Always leave them in!
@@FuzzyMemoriesTV Stand your ground. The commercials are time capsules.
real ball players who loved baseball and loved the USA and no kneeling
Ok, boomer