50 Forgotten Cardinals

WILLIAM SAULSBERY

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Companion podcast to the book 50 Forgotten Cardinals by Will Saulsbery

Jun 18

50 Forgotten Cardinals #6: Homer “Doc” Smoot, Hilarious Scouting Reports and a Career Cut Short

In the latest episode of the 50 Forgotten Cardinals Companion Podcast, author Will Saulsbery and co-host Wes Wingate dive into the fascinating story of Homer “Doc” Smoot, one of the most memorable and overlooked figures in early St. Louis Cardinals history. Will and Wes explore Smoot’s outstanding career, some of the hilarious scouting reports and stories that helped define his legacy, and the heartbreaking reality of a baseball life and career that ended far too early because of a rare muscular disease. It’s a compelling look at a player whose story deserves to be remembered by every fan of Cardinals history and baseball history. https://ashtonbery.com/50-forgotten-cardinals/ If you enjoy deep dives into forgotten stars, vintage baseball stories, and the rich history of St. Louis baseball, this episode is for you. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes of the 50 Forgotten Cardinals Companion Podcast featuring Will Saulsbery and Wes Wingate. #50ForgottenCardinals #docsmoot #StLouisCardinals #StLouisBrowns #BaseballHallOfFame #Cooperstown #WillSaulsbery #WesWingate #BaseballHistory #CardinalsHistory @StLouisCardinals @MLB @BaseballHall

12 min
Jun 11

50 Forgotten Cardinals #5: The Pioneering Defense and Cooperstown Journey of Bobby Wallace

In the latest episode of the 50 Forgotten Cardinals Companion Podcast, author Will Saulsbery and co-host Wes Wingate take a closer look at the remarkable life and baseball career of Bobby Wallace. They discuss Wallace’s pioneering defense, his important years with both the St. Louis Cardinals and the St. Louis Browns, and the legacy he built on his way to eventual enshrinement in Cooperstown. This episode shines a light on one of the game’s early greats and explores why Bobby Wallace remains such an important figure in baseball history. If you love Cardinals history, Browns history, Baseball Hall of Fame stories, and the forgotten legends of the game, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. https://ashtonbery.com/50-forgotten-cardinals/ Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes of the 50 Forgotten Cardinals Companion Podcast. #50ForgottenCardinals #BobbyWallace #StLouisCardinals #StLouisBrowns #BaseballHallOfFame #Cooperstown #WillSaulsbery #WesWingate #BaseballHistory #CardinalsHistory

9 min
Jun 4

50 Forgotten Cardinals #4: The Lacrosse LuLu Ed Konetchy

Discover the extraordinary story of Ed Konetchy in the latest episode of the 50 Forgotten Cardinals Companion Podcast. Join author Will Saulsbery and co-host Wes Wingate as they delve into Konetchy’s amazing baseball career, his unique collection of nicknames, and the tragic train ride that marked a pivotal moment in his life. Explore the journey of this often-overlooked Cardinals legend who left a lasting impact on the game. This episode is a must-listen for fans of historical baseball narratives, offering insights into a storied past and the nuances of early baseball fame. Don’t miss out on this engaging discussion—like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into Cardinals history. https://ashtonbery.com/50-forgotten-cardinals/ #50ForgottenCardinals #EdKonetchy #CardinalsHistory #BaseballLegends #WillSaulsbery #WesWingate #MLBHistory #StLouisCardinals #BaseballPodcast #TragicTrainRide @StLouisCardinals @MLB @BaseballHall

9 min
Jun 2

50 Forgotten Cardinals #3: The Hard-Drinking Theodore Breitenstein

Episode 3 of 50 Forgotten Cardinals dives into one of the most fascinating — and chaotic — figures in early St. Louis Cardinals history: Theodore Breitenstein. Hosted by author Will Saulsbery and longtime Cardinals fan Wes Wingate, this episode explores the unbelievable highs and lows of Breitenstein’s career — from dominant pitching performances to off-the-field partying that became legendary even by 1890s baseball standards. Known for his love of drinking, nightlife, and living hard, Breitenstein was one of the most unpredictable players of his era. One season he looked unhittable. The next, completely washed. His story perfectly captures the wild nature of early professional baseball and the colorful personalities that shaped the game. https://ashtonbery.com/50-forgotten-cardinals/ In this episode, Will and Wes discuss: ⚾ Theodore Breitenstein’s bizarre and inconsistent career numbers ⚾ The drinking culture of 19th century baseball ⚾ How pitchers were used differently in the 1800s ⚾ Stories and legends surrounding Breitenstein’s partying ⚾ Why he remains one of the most fascinating forgotten Cardinals ever If you love baseball history, forgotten legends, outrageous stats, and stories that sound too crazy to be true, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 📚 *50 Forgotten Cardinals* is available now from Ashtonbery Press https://ashtonbery.com/50-forgotten-cardinals/ 👍 Be sure to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more deep dives into the forgotten figures of Cardinals history. #stlouiscardinals #cardinals #baseballhistory #mlbhistory #ForgottenCardinals #TheodoreBreitenstein #baseballpodcast #mlb #WillSaulsberyy #WesWingate

10 min
Jun 2

50 Forgotten Cardinals #2: The Cardinal Who Won 40 Games TWICE?! The Wild Story of Bob Caruthers

How dominant was 19th century baseball? In Episode 2 of *50 Forgotten Cardinals*, author Will Salsbery and lifelong Cardinals fan Wes Wingate dive into the unbelievable career of forgotten baseball legend Bob Caruthers. Known as “Parisian Bob,” Caruthers put together numbers that almost don’t seem real today — winning 40+ games multiple times, throwing more than 400 innings in a single season, and becoming one of the most overworked — and successful — pitchers in baseball history. In this episode, Will and Wes break down: ⚾ How Bob Caruthers became one of baseball’s earliest aces ⚾ What it meant to pitch in the 1800s ⚾ The insane workloads pitchers endured during the dead-ball era ⚾ Why Caruthers has largely been forgotten despite historic accomplishments ⚾ Fun trivia and stories from early Cardinals history If you love baseball history, forgotten legends, wild stats, and deep dives into the rich history of the St. Louis Cardinals, this podcast is for you. 📚 *50 Forgotten Cardinals* is available now from Ashtonbery Press https://ashtonbery.com/50-forgotten-cardinals/ 👍 Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more episodes uncovering the most fascinating forgotten figures in Cardinals history. #cardinals #stlouiscardinals #baseballhistory #mlbhistory #BobCaruthers #ForgottenCardinals #baseballpodcast #mlb #WillSalsbery #WesWingate

12 min
Jun 2

50 Forgotten Cardinals #1: The Story of Ice Box Chamberlain

Step into baseball history with the companion podcast to the book *50 Forgotten Cardinals*! In this episode, author Will Saulsbery and co-host Wes Wingate dive into the legendary — and larger-than-life — story of Icebox Chamberlain. From his unforgettable nickname to his colorful career with the St. Louis Cardinals, the guys explore how Icebox became one of the most fascinating forgotten figures in Cardinals history. They also uncover the surprising origins of the “Icebox” nickname, share incredible baseball trivia, and revisit an era of the game filled with unforgettable personalities. If you love Cardinals baseball, obscure sports history, and the stories that time almost forgot, this episode is for you. 📚 *50 Forgotten Cardinals* is available now from Ashtonbery Pres https://ashtonbery.com/50-forgotten-cardinals/ ⚾ Subscribe for more episodes featuring forgotten legends, wild baseball stories, and deep dives into Cardinals history. #stlouiscardinals #mlbhistory #baseballpodcast #cardinalsnation #50ForgottenCardinals #IceboxChamberlain #baseballhistory #sportspodcast #WillSaulsbery #CardinalsBaseball #stlcards

10 min

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Companion podcast to the book 50 Forgotten Cardinals by Will Saulsbery

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