Baseball, the Great American Pastime

Baseball is our topic on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. Yes, Baseball, the great American pastime. George Haloulakos helps us to remember the days gone by of baseball, particularly while he was growing up in the 60s. George and his father have written a fantastic treatise on baseball history during this time period. We remember two celebrated players of the past, Don Drysdale and Sandy Koufax. George tells us the story of the move west by the Brooklyn Dodgers and the New York Giants in 1958, and how baseball was a uniting force in Southern California. Attending games and listening to the games on radio were popular activities. This was a different time in the world of baseball, and we also talk about the great personality of Don Drysdale, who while immensely popular as a player, was also loved and respected because of his dedication to his fans. Lots of memories and lots of players are recalled, certain to bring back memories of spring and summers gone by. Our two Retro-Commercials feature Pee Wee Reese pitching Gillette Razors, and a baseball-themed commercial for Lucky Strike Cigarettes. Batter up! Time for Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!