Watch Talking Baseball with Ed Randall

Name: Talking Baseball with Ed Randall
Genre: Sports
Released: 1988-09-18

1988
1 Season

Talking Baseball with Ed Randall is a popular talk show for baseball enthusiasts hosted by Ed Randall himself. The show is all about baseball and brings together a wide range of baseball experts, players, and historians to discuss everything baseball. The show has a long history in the world of baseball and was launched in the year 2000. It began as a radio show on WFAN, a sports radio station in New York City, and has since expanded into a nationally syndicated program with listeners from all over the United States.

Talking Baseball with Ed Randall is a weekly show that airs every Sunday morning, and each episode runs for around an hour. The show features interviews with some of the biggest names in baseball, including former and current players, coaches, general managers, and even broadcasters.

Ed Randall is a well-known figure in the world of baseball, and his show has become a go-to destination for baseball enthusiasts. His engaging personality and deep knowledge of the game make him the perfect host for a show like this.

The show covers a variety of topics related to baseball, including current events, history, and strategy. The discussions are always lively and engaging, and listeners are sure to learn something new every week.

One of the unique features of Talking Baseball with Ed Randall is the "Cancer Beat," a segment of the show that focuses on cancer awareness and the importance of early detection. This segment was introduced in 1999, after Ed was diagnosed with prostate cancer, and it has since become a regular feature of the show.

Overall, Talking Baseball with Ed Randall is a must-listen for any serious baseball fan. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply someone who enjoys the game, this show has something for everyone. With its engaging discussions and expert commentary, it's no wonder that the show has such a dedicated following.

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Seasons

61. Yogi Berra

Lawrence "Yogi" Berra is another legendary player who played most of his 19-year career for the Yankees.

60. Will Clark

Will Clark led the Giants to a World Series appearance.

59. Whitey Ford

Whitey Ford played his entire 18-year career in a Yankees uniform and is arguably the greatest World Series pitcher in history.

58. Wade Boggs

Wade Boggs played much of his career with Boston and was elected to the Red Sox Hall of Fame in 2004 and the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005.

57. Travis Fryman

Travis Fryman took second to none in his coverage of third base for the Tigers for seven seasons.

56. Tony Oliva

Tony Oliva spent his entire 15-year career with the Twins, leading them to the 1965 World Series.

55. Tom Kelly

Mastermind manager Tom Kelly led the Twins to two World Series championships (1987 and 1991).

54. Tom Glavine / David Justice

Tom Glavine was part of one of the greatest starting rotations in the history of baseball. / David Justice was a member of the powerful 1990s Braves.

53. Ted Simmons

This episode profiles catcher Ted Simmons.

52. Sparky Anderson

Every Reds fan will revel in the interviews with Sparky Anderson, manager of the Big Red Machine World Series champions who dominated the 1970s.

51. Ron Santo

Ron Santo was both a great player and a longtime radio announcer for the Cubs.

50. Ron Darling

Ron Darling spent 13 years with the Mets and was a starting pitcher on the fabled 1986 championship team.

49. Roger Clemens

With more than 350 wins and seven Cy Young Awards, Roger Clemens is one of the greatest pitchers in the history of baseball.

48. Rod Carew

Hall of Famer Rod Carew batted over .300 for 15 consecutive seasons and has the third-highest single-season batting average in the past 70 years.

47. Robin Roberts

Hall of Fame pitcher Robin Roberts spent 14 seasons with the Phillies and was a member of the 1950 "Whiz Kids."

46. Roberto Clemente

Vera Clemente and Roberto Clemente Jr. discuss the career of Roberto Clemente.

45. Ralph Kiner

Ralph Kiner, a legendary former MLB player, has been an announcer for the Mets since the team's inception in 1962.

44. Ralph Branca / Bobby Thomson

Ralph Branca and Bobby Thomson talk about Thomson's famous game-ending homerun in 1951, one of the greatest moments in baseball history.

43. Phil Rizzuto

Legendary shortstop Phil Rizzuto spent his entire 13-year playing career and 40-year announcing career with the Yankees.

42. Phil Niekro

Legendary knuckleballer Phil Niekro and his brother won more games than any other brother combo in baseball history.

41. Ozzie Smith

Legendary Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith spent 15 years with the Cardinals, taking them to three World Series.

40. Orlando Cepeda

This episode profiles Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda.

39. Luis Tiant

Legendary pitcher Luis Tiant played with the Red Sox in the 1975 World Series.

38. Lonnie Smith

Lonnie Smith was a slick hitting and fielding member of the 1980 World Series champions.

37. Larry Bowa

Feisty Larry Bowa played shortstop for the powerhouse Phillies teams of the 1970s and the 1980 World Series champions.

36. Keith Hernandez

One of the best fielding first basemen in history, Keith Hernandez sometimes discouraged opponents from bunting merely by reputation.

35. Johnny Podres

Johnny Podres was a vital member of the great Brooklyn Dodger teams of the 1950s, including the 1955 championship team.

34. Joe Pepitone

Center fielder Joe Pepitone was one of baseball's biggest characters who liked to live large in his personal life.

33. Jim Leyland

Jim Leyland was a brilliant manager of the powerhouse 1980s and '90s teams.

32. Jason Varitek

Catcher Jason Varitek is one of only two players in the history of baseball to have played in the championship game of the Little League World Series.

31. Jack Morris

Jack Morris, who played with the Tigers for 14 seasons, was armed with a fastball, a slider, a devastating splitter and a fierce competitive spirit.

30. Howard Johnson

Howard Johnson was a cornerstone of the Mets' revival years in the 1980s and was a key member of the 1986 championship team.

29. Harry Caray

Harry Caray was a legendary broadcaster on radio and television, spending 27 years covering Chicago baseball.

28. George Foster

This episode profiles George Foster, the incredible home-run hitter for the Reds.

27. Frank Howard

Legendary home-run hitter Frank Howard is profiled.

26. Dusty Baker

Dusty Baker was one of the centerpieces of the great championship teams of the 1970s and '80s.

25. Don Sutton

Hall of Fame pitcher Don Sutton spent 16 years with the Dodgers and was part of the 1960s and '70s championship teams.

24. Dom DiMaggio

The brother of Joe DiMaggio, Dom was overlooked for what many experts considered a Hall of Fame hitting and defensive career.

23. Dock Ellis

This episode features interviews with cult character Dock Ellis, who famously threw a no-hitter while being high on LSD.

22. Del Crandall

Del Crandall was a member of the original Boston Braves and Milwaukee Braves before the franchise moved to Atlanta.

21. Darren Daulton

Darren Daulton played catcher for the Phillies for 14 years.

20. Curt Flood

The legendary Curt Flood challenged baseball free agency rules in 1969 and was effectively run out of baseball.

19. Clete Boyer

Clete Boyer was the third baseman for one of the greatest baseball teams ever assembled: the 1961 Yankees.

18. Chuck Tanner

Chuck Tanner managed the Pittsburgh Pirates during their 1979 championship season.

17. Bob Murphy

Broadcaster Bob Murphy was with the Mets from their inception in 1962 until his retirement in 2003.

16. Bill Virdon

Bill Virdon served as both a manager for the Pirates and a beloved player for 10 seasons, including the 1960 world champion team.

15. Barry Larkin

Beloved shortstop Barry Larkin played all 19 seasons with the Reds and led them to the 1990 World Series.

14. Andre Dawson

Andre "the Hawk" Dawson is one of six MLB players with at least 300 home runs and 300 stolen bases during his career.

13. Ferguson Jenkins / Willie Stargell

December 11, 1988

Willie Pops Stargell, the Hall of Fame Great who spent his entire 21-year career with Pittsburgh and led the We are Family 1979 team to a World Series championship.

12. Tony Perez

December 4, 1988

Tony Perez, the Hall of Famer who spent 16 years in Cincinnatti and was the centerpiece of the great 60s teams and then the Big Red Machine of the 1970s, gets a sit down with Ed.

11. Ted Williams

November 27, 1988

Ted The Splendid Splinter Williams (1918-2002) was arguably the greatest hitter of all time, playing his entire 21-year MLB career as left fielder for the Red Sox. A 19-time All-Star, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966.

10. Harmon Killebrew

November 20, 1988

Hall of Fame and legendary home-run hitter Harmon Killebrew, a member of the 500 home run club and one of the games most feared sluggers.

9. Ernie Harwell

November 13, 1988

One of the most beloved broadcasters in the history of the game, Ernie Harwell who in 2009 was named to the American Sportscasters Association list of Top-50 Sportscasters of All Time, provides memorable interview commentary with Ed Randall.

8. Ernie Banks

November 6, 1988

Ernie Mr. Cub Banks played his entire 19-year baseball career with the Cubs and is regarded as one of the most popular baseball players in Chicago sports history, elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977.

7. Bob Gibson

October 30, 1988

Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Gibson, who is considered one of the greatest pitchers of all time, sits down with Ed Randall.

6. Greg Maddux

October 23, 1988

Greg Maddux, one of the Braves' 300-game-winning pitchers is interviewed in this episode.

5. Maury Wills

October 16, 1988

This epsisode features legendary base-stealing shortstop and member of the great 60s championship teams Maury Wills; one of the centerpieces of the great championship teams of the 70s and 80s.

4. Juan Marichal

October 9, 1988

Ed Randall interviews Hall of Famer and one of the greatest pitchers in the history of the game, Juan Marichal.

3. Richie Ashburn

October 2, 1988

One of the most beloved figures in Philadelphia sports history, Richie Ashburn, a member of The Whiz Kids of 1950 and a longtime broadcaster for three decades, is interview in this episode.

2. Tom Seaver

September 25, 1988

Known as Tom Terrific during a 20-year career, Seaver compiled 311 wins and 3,640 strikeouts. In 1992, he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the highest percentage ever recorded (98.8%).

1. Mickey Mantle

September 18, 1988

Mickey Mantle (1931-1995), one of baseballs most legendary players on any team and to this day the only player to come close to hitting a ball out of Yankee Stadium was another Yankee career only player.

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