Episode 272 - The 1987 MLB Season Was Off the Wall Bonkers

In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff is joined by special guest David McEllis from the 1988 Topps podcast. With co-host Mark on a rehab assignment, they dive into the 1987 MLB season, known for its unusually high home run rates due to the 'rabbit ball.' They discuss significant events, standout players, and surprising stats from that year, including Paul Molitor's 39-game hitting streak, the Brewers' 13-0 start, and the hard-fought AL East pennant race. They also cover MVP and Cy Young awards, rookies of the year, and the subsequent postseason. Listeners are encouraged to engage with a giveaway contest for an autographed Dave Stewart jersey by answering questions from both podcasts. 1988 Topps Podcast -  https://open.spotify.com/show/7EppbtnOQF0g1OPcLh2Zd3?si=e4cfb4aadd7b4799 http://[email protected]./ @1988toppspodcast.bsky.social   Win a Dave Stewart Autographed Replica Jersey - Bluesky - @twostrikenoise.bsky.social   00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:28 Special Guest: David McEllis 01:03 Podcast Collaboration and Giveaway Announcement 02:20 Hall of Fame News 03:47 Dick Allen's Legacy 07:35 Dave Parker's Career Highlights 12:00 Ryan Sandberg's Health Update 12:53 Baseball Songs and Nostalgia 16:05 Joe DiMaggio and Baseball Cards 18:25 1987 MLB Season Review 33:30 The 1987 All-Star Game Highlights 34:44 Cheating Scandals of 1987 35:42 Remarkable Performances and Records 37:27 The Exciting 1987 Pennant Race 40:48 1987 World Series Recap 42:37 Award Winners and Controversies 51:38 Rookies and Notable Debuts 54:46 Reflecting on the 1987 MLB Season 56:40 Giveaway and Podcast Information Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/TwoStrikeNoise/ Instagram - @twostrikenoise Bluesky - @twostrikenoise.bsky.social Threads - @twostrikenoise Twitter - @twostrikenoise Two Strike Noise on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@twostrikenoise Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/twostrikenoise E-mail - [email protected] We pull ALOT of commons in Wax Pack Heroes. If you've got those Tom Foley or Ernest Riles cards just sitting around you can donate those commons to charity and maybe spark a child's interest in baseball and collecting. Find out more here: http://commons4kids.org/ #podernfamily #podnation #baseball #mlb #history #podcast #baseballcards