Lost Teams

Lost Teams
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Lost Teams is a podcast where we explore the history and legacy of defunct professional sports franchises.

  1. Lost Teams Episode 29: LA KISS

    09/08/2021

    Lost Teams Episode 29: LA KISS

    In Episode 29, Andrew and Anthony discuss the Los Angeles KISS, an arena football team owned by the band KISS. the team lasted three years and was more of a circus than a successful football franchise. Check out more in this episode!

    23 min

  2. 08/05/2021

    Lost Teams Episode 28: Detroit Caesars

    In episode 28, Andrew tells the story of the Detroit Caesars, a professional softball team in the American Professional Slo-Pitch Softball League. The team was owned by Little Caesar's founder and professional sports owner Mike Ilitch. Ilitch paid some of his players more than the MLB minimum salary and filled the team's home stadium. Find out more here!

    28 min
  3. Lost Teams Episode 27: New York/ Brooklyn Americans

    07/30/2021

    Lost Teams Episode 27: New York/ Brooklyn Americans

    In episode 27, Anthony tells the story of the New York/Brooklyn Americans. They were New York City's first NHL team and the second American NHL team behind the Boston Bruins. The Americans were wildly popular in their first season despite not being competitive. As a result, New York's second NHL team, the Rangers were founded and spelled the eventual end of the Americans. Find out more in episode 27!

    31 min

  4. 07/14/2021

    Lost Teams Episode 26: Dallas Texans

    In episode 26, Anthony tells the story of the Dallas Texans. The last NFL to disband without moving to another city or carrying on its legacy to any other team. The team helped integrate the NFL and break the color barrier but failed to support its black fans and players off the field. It was also coached by a man who preferred his players play volleyball or drink during practice but somehow is responsible for one of the biggest upsets in football history. Once it collapsed, the aftermath changed professional football forever in multiple cities.

    32 min
  5. Lost Teams Episode 25: The Winnipeg Thunder

    07/08/2021

    Lost Teams Episode 25: The Winnipeg Thunder

    In episode 25, Andrew Lennox tells the story of the Winnipeg Thunder basketball team, who made an honest effort to survive but ultimately succumbed in a league that only allowed players 6 foot 5 and below to compete.

    24 min
  6. Lost Teams Episode 24: The Spirits of St. Louis

    06/29/2021

    Lost Teams Episode 24: The Spirits of St. Louis

    In episode 24, Anthony tells the short but riveting story of the Spirits of St. Louis, an ABA basketball team that only lasted two seasons but carried a legacy that lasted almost four decades. From their star players to the startling upset they pulled and the insane ending of their franchise, the Spirits have a fascinating story.

    20 min
  7. Lost Teams Episode 23: Las Vegas Thunder (The Return)

    06/24/2021

    Lost Teams Episode 23: Las Vegas Thunder (The Return)

    After an uninspired first attempt at discussing the Las Vegas Thunder, Anthony and Andrew try again. This time with more energy and info on some of the NHL players that played on the Thunder including Manon Rheaume, the female goalie who played an exhibition game for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Also find out which NHL referee played for the Thunder before his NHL reffing days.

    32 min
  8. Lost Teams Episode 22: Kentucky Colonels

    06/03/2021

    Lost Teams Episode 22: Kentucky Colonels

    In episode 22, Anthony tells the story of the Kentucky Colonels, one of the most successful ABA teams that did not get absorbed into the NBA. The Colonels not playing in the NBA set in motion a mind blowing series of events. Listen in to find out.

    37 min
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Lost Teams is a podcast where we explore the history and legacy of defunct professional sports franchises.

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  • Creator
    Lost Teams
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
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