In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark dive into a variety of engaging topics. They kick off by discussing baseball players who stand out due to their 6,7 height. Jeff quizzes listeners on Chicago White Sox mascot Southpaw's weight in baseballs. They transition to humorous Pantone color discussions and a potential new curse linked to Colonel Sanders. The hosts reminisce about various '80s baseball movies and reveal Frank Pastor and John Bernardino's surprising careers post-baseball. Wrapping up, they play Wax Pack Heroes with a focus on 1990 Donruss cards, including notable players like Tim Wallach and Jim Abbott.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:20 Richie Sexton Studio and Tall Players 02:14 Trivia Time: South Paw's Weight 03:14 World Series and Pantone Colors 04:17 Colonel Sanders and a New Baseball Curse? 05:24 Bull Durham: The Musical 07:45 Lou Gehrig's Historic Jersey 09:38 Seinfeld and Baseball Cards 12:22 Players with Successful Post-Baseball Careers 30:31 Wax Pack Heroes: Baseball Card Game 44:42 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement

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This Halloween, Two Strike Noise digs into the eerie side of America’s pastime — haunted ballparks, ghostly players, and one pitcher who went by so many names they just called him Mysterious Walker.

Jeff & Mark unearth the weirdest stories ever to cross the foul line:

• Boris Karloff playing baseball in full Frankenstein makeup

• Night-shift ghosts at the Baseball Hall of Fame

• Ghoulish player names and cursed team legends that feel too strange to be true

Then it’s back to reality — sort of — with another round of Wax Pack Heroes, opening vintage cards and revisiting cult favorites like Al Newman and Pete Incaviglia.

If you like baseball, Halloween, or stories that make you say “that can’t be real,” this is your episode.

00:00 Introduction and Halloween Special Announcement 01:20 World Series Ring Raffle and Spooky Baseball Quotes 02:56 Hollywood's Monsters Love Baseball 08:23 Haunted Baseball Hall of Fame 10:53 Spooky Baseball Names 17:46 The Mysterious Life of Frederick Mitchell Walker 33:01 Wax Pack Heroes: Opening the 1987 Tops Pack 56:50 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark cover the weird, the wonderful, and the downright unpredictable in baseball. Jeff pitches a Mariners World Series giveaway that’s either bold or a cruse, depending on your perspective, and the guys break down a marketing face-off between Seattle and Toronto.

They dig into the latest from Banana Ball — including new teams paying tribute to the Negro Leagues — and wonder if Trevor Bauer’s dominance in Japan is impressive or just a by-product of the league’s current beer shortage. There’s also an urgent public debate over whether the White Sox mascot Southpaw is due for a weigh-in.

The main feature: part two of Jeff’s conversation with Hall of Fame voter and veteran writer Ryan Fagan, diving into how ballots really get filled out, what voters wrestle with, and how the process could evolve. The episode wraps with another nostalgic pack of Wax Pack Heroes.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:18 Mariners World Series Ring Giveaway? 03:03 Creative Promo Battles: Mariners vs. Blue Jays 03:56 Savannah Bananas and Negro Leagues Collaboration 09:07 Japanese Baseball Updates 12:25 Trivia Time: How Much Does South Paw Weigh? 15:02 Baseball writer and HOF voter, Ryan Fagan 34:35 Wax Pack Heroes 51:20 Wrap up and Goodbyes

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In this milestone 300th episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark are joined by Ryan Fagan, longtime Sporting News writer, Hall of Fame voter, and noted Seinfeld/baseball connoisseur. Together they finally tackle the crossover we’ve all been waiting for — Seinfeld and baseball.

From Keith Hernandez’s legendary cameo to George Steinbrenner’s unseen hand, the crew breaks down how baseball became the show’s unofficial fifth character. Ryan shares insider context from both the press box and the writer’s room, while Jeff and Mark connect the dots between sitcom absurdity and real-life dugout drama.

Along the way they revisit the fantasy camp episode, debate which ballplayer cameo aged best, and decide whether the Keith Hernandez two-parter might just be the most enduring sports cameo in television history.

00:00 Introduction – Episode 300! 03:10 Batting Practice – Baseball quirks, Operation Shut Down, and Miguel Montero 09:45 Meet Ryan Fagan – Sporting News, Hall of Fame voter, Seinfeld fan 13:20 When Baseball Met Seinfeld – Keith Hernandez, fantasy camp, and “The Boyfriend” 23:40 The Yankees Era – Steinbrenner’s appearances and Costanza’s chaos 33:25 Cameos & Callbacks – Jeter, Bernie Williams, Paul O’Neill, and beyond 42:05 Baseball’s Influence on Seinfeld – Competition, rituals, and superstition

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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark discuss a historic baseball matchup between Juan Marichal and Warren Spahn, known as the greatest game ever pitched. They dive into the specifics of the 16-inning game where Marichal and Spahn delivered a masterclass in endurance and skill. The episode also features listener e-mail, debut’s and odd baseball names, updates on the latest MLB season, and a Wax Pack Heroes segment that takes a nostalgic look at some classic 1992 baseball cards.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter 00:33 Playoff Tensions and Mariners' Highlights 04:15 Listener Feedback and Fun Nicknames 11:05 Baseball Debuts and Retirements 18:15 The Greatest Baseball Game Ever Pitched 29:03 Wax Pack Heroes 46:39 Wrapping Up and Announcements

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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark kick off the show by discussing the sporadic schedule of their monthly baseball history podcast due to studio rentals. They dive into the history of Bo Belinsky, the Los Angeles Angels pitcher known as much for his Hollywood lifestyle as for his on-field performance. Belinsky's remarkable yet tumultuous career is explored, highlighting his brief success, off-field antics, and eventual downfall. The episode also features a detailed discussion on rankings of local TV and radio baseball announcers, with special attention to the Seattle Mariners team. Additionally, the duo engage in another round of Wax Packs Heroes, with Jeff ultimately taking the lead thanks to a lucky pull. They also talk about recent and nostalgic baseball anecdotes, making this episode a blend of history, humor, and friendly competition.

00:00 Introduction and Banter 04:11 Baseball Announcers and Rankings 09:48 Unique Baseball Moments and Trivia 18:42 Bo Belinsky: The Hollywood Pitcher 35:32 Wax Packs Heroes Game 57:37 Final Thoughts and Farewell

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark open in the Jesus Montero Studio, where an ice cream sandwich has never been more dangerous. From there, the guys dig into a card-collecting dad-and-son duo who cornered the market on Greg Briley, a record-shattering Hall of Fame induction program, and John Kruk’s musings on clocks, vegans, and sandwiches. They check in on the Little League World Series, where one Canadian kid has already labeled Juan Soto “overrated,” and highlight professional sluggers who quietly joined the 500-home run club outside MLB. Plus, anniversaries and debuts galore: Nolan Ryan’s 5,000th strikeout, Carmelo Martinez’s fly-ball “weakness,” Big Mac’s towel-wrapped sitcom cameo, and Dustin Pedroia’s Hall of Very Good candidacy. The main feature this week is Mark’s deep dive into Mike Marshall — not the Dodgers first baseman, but the 1974 Cy Young–winning reliever whose 106 appearances, 208 innings, and obsession with kinesiology made him one of baseball’s most fascinating arms. And as always, we wrap with another round of Wax Pack Heroes — where mullets, mustaches, and manager cards all come into play.

00:00 Introduction and Studio Banter 03:17 Baseball Card Collecting Adventures 06:00 Historic Baseball Memorabilia 08:16 John Kruk's Hilarious Commentary 10:00 Little League World Series Highlights 11:51 500+ Home Run Club 15:58 Baseball Debuts and Nostalgia 21:05 Mike Marshall: The Iron Man Reliever 32:46 Wax Pack Heroes Game 48:35 Final Thoughts and Outro

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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark cover some fresh headlines around the game — including Mariano Rivera going down at Yankees Old-Timers’ Day, Jen Pawol breaking barriers behind the plate, and Fernando Rodney still firing arrows in Canada at age 48. The main topic this week is Babe Phelps, one of baseball’s many “Babes,” but maybe the quirkiest of the bunch. From hitting .367 as a catcher, to Casey Stengel roasting his pitch-calling, to being nicknamed “The Grounded Blimp” after refusing to fly, Phelps collected as many roommate stories as base hits. Along the way, we meet a young Pee Wee Reese moving hotel furniture in his sleep, Tom Zachary hiding wallets on the floor, and even Babe Ruth bunking with Phelps on the road. The episode wraps up with another round of Wax Pack Heroes, tearing open some cardboard to see which stars and oddballs pop out this week.

00:00 Introduction and Banter 01:13 Upcoming Milestone Episode 01:52 Yankees Old Timers Game 04:21 Jen Powel 08:08 Fernando Rodney's New Chapter 10:52 Baseball Players and Pokemon Cards 13:51 Babe Phelps: The Forgotten Babe 27:36 Wax Pack Heroes 48:16 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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