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The Infinite Inning

Steven Goldman
Baseball
Pepper Martin
Covid-19
John Mcgraw
Tiny Bonham
Ben Chapman
New York Yankees
Rogers Hornsby
St. Louis Browns
Jackie Robinson
Baseball History
Ty Cobb
Charlie Bennett
Negro Leagues
Harland Clift
Russ Van Adda
Major League Baseball
Trevor Bauer
NATO
Bill Mcgowan

The Infinite Inning is a journey to the past to understand the present using baseball as our time machine. America's brighter mirror, baseball reflects, anticipates, and even mocks the stories we tell ourselves about our world today. Baseball Prospectus's Steven Goldman shares his obsessions: history from inside and outside of the game, politics, stats, and Casey Stengel quotations. Along the way,... more

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We return from the IL with Casey Stengel’s endorsement of the designated hitter, and of astronauts too, then springboard from the recent Red Sox-Pirates trade into a discussion fo the latter’s inability to turn prospects into consistent major leaguer... more

A pitcher throws a great game in the World Series and is congratulated by a backstop unknown to him, but once he was known to the game. Then we travel back to 1917 when gamblers tried to fix a White Sox-Red Sox game by throwing their bodies in front ... more

In this week’s new material, we compare a team signing a low-OBP player to the girl you were crushing on choosing the only suitor you would have had her avoid (not that it was up to you, but also not that the universe isn’t cruel that way), all of wh... more

We look at an ordinary day of baseball, May 8, 1949, and some extraordinary—and tragic—things that happened. First, a couple of good pitchers get shelled, then we witness some typically disposable regular season games before noticing a young woman wh... more

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Marty Appel
Author of many books, most recently Casey Stengel, Baseball's greatest character
Episode: Infinite Inning Reissue 22 (047): Home Run Hitting in Major League is Becoming Farce
Stefan Johnson
Staff writer for the New York Amsterdam News, discussing the difficulties of being a Black fan in 2018.
New York Amsterdam News
Episode: Infinite Inning Reissue 20 (072): An Injured Pitcher, an Injured Country, and a Hurricane
Davey Johnson
Former Major League Baseball manager and player, known for his successful tenure with the Mets and his comprehensive understanding of the game.
Episode: Infinite Inning Reissue 15 (055): A Baseball Conversation with Davey Johnson
Kevin Goldstein
Baseball analyst and former front office executive, known for his insights within the baseball community
FanGraphs
Episode: Infinite Inning Reissue 5 (173): Lou Gehrig Dreams of Smiting Nazis for the Yankees
Kevin Baker
Novelist, historian, and journalist, co-author of Reggie Jackson's Becoming Mr. October, and author of The New York Game
The New York Game
Episode: Infinite Inning 304: Bad, Ruthless Men LIVE
Cliff Corcoran
A baseball commentator and writer, often known for his deep knowledge and analysis of baseball history.
MLB Trade Rumors
Episode: Infinite Inning 296: Sixto Lezcano was One Once

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Steven Goldman
Cordial and amiable host with a passion for intertwining baseball, history, and social commentary, often sharing engaging personal anecdotes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 277 ratings
  • Excellent

    Podcast Addict
    5
    freeredis
    3 months ago
  • One of my starting five…

    To use a baseball analogy, this podcast is one of my key starters in the rotation. And not just any starting pitcher over the course of a 162-game season, but one of my top three— if my team makes the playoffs, this podcast is getting the ball in a best of five, so we get to the AL/NLDS. The blend of quality baseball history— and not just the highlights we all grew up watching— but the corners and crevices that result in campfire storytelling, is unparalleled. Weaving it through historic modern... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Viwhite75
    United States6 months ago
  • No Better Baseball Podcast

    This is the finest podcast that combines current events in baseball, historical events in baseball, and the sociology of baseball and its participant/stakeholders. Only analyses by Doug Glanville on other platforms come close to what Steven Goldman produces every week. Absolutely outstanding!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kfemidd83
    United States7 months ago
  • Infinitely Good

    This podcast is a true treasure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    your pal Al
    United States10 months ago
  • Baseball is Life

    Infinitely well written and joyfully crafted. A true gem. This pod keeps getting better.

    When you embrace that baseball is life and life is baseball, then you find yourself in a special type of infinite inning.

    Give yourself a break and subscribe ⚾️💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JodieGG
    United Statesa year ago

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Highly regarded for its captivating storytelling combining baseball and historical narrative.
The insightful connections drawn between sports and societal issues resonate well, though some critiques exist regarding political commentary.
Listeners appreciate the depth and complexity of themes addressed, offering both entertainment and intellectual stimulation.

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#141
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Apple Podcasts
#114
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#69
Italy/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#167
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#230
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#18
Colombia/Sports/Baseball

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Featuring an engaging exploration of baseball's intricate connection to history, politics, and societal issues, the content captures the sport's role as a reflection of the broader human experience. The host interweaves compelling narratives and historical anecdotes, often drawing poignant parallels between past events in baseball and contemporary societal challenges. With themes of mortality, resilience, and the multifaceted nature of joy and suffering, episodes often transcend mere sports commentary, delving into philosophical questions and personal reflections that resonate with listeners from all walks of life. Unique storytelling elements, such as humor and detailed character studies, contribute to a rich auditory experience for fans a... more

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