The Baseball Book Club
The Baseball Book Club is a baseball history podcast that brings the game’s rich past to life through classic and contemporary baseball books. Hosts John Cheslock and Leroy Estep study forgotten players, iconic moments, legendary seasons, and the stories that shaped America’s pastime.
Through lively discussions and thoughtful analysis, the show explores not only baseball history, but the game’s lasting impact on culture, memory, and community. Whether you’re a lifelong fan, a baseball history nerd, or someone who simply loves a great story, The Baseball Book Club invites you to rediscover the game—one book, one era, and one conversation at a time.
The Baseball Book Club
Pine Tar
In this episode, John and Leroy return to the Baseball Terminology series with five words from Paul Dickson's The Baseball Dictionary, looking into intriguing terms like Pine Tar, which revisits the infamous 1983 incident when George Brett's game-winning home run was nullified due to excessive pine tar on his bat, stirring controversy and debate about rules and fairness in the game. They also explore the Baltimore Chop, a unique batting technique known for its bouncing nature, and the Immaculate Inning, a rare feat where a pitcher strikes out all three batters in an inning. With a couple more terms thrown into the mix, this discussion promises to deepen fans' understanding of baseball's rich lexicon.
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