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A Yankee fan’s journey turns into a lifelong map of ballparks, national parks, and chance encounters—from caddying for Mickey Mantle to celebrating a Bernie Williams walk-off. We explore how rituals, travel, and minor league magic make the game bigger than rivalries.

• falling for baseball through cards, box scores and family lore
• caddying for Mantle, Ford and a mustard-stained autograph
• learning to love parks beyond the Yankees’ fortunes
• Bernie Williams walk-off memory and rare first-pitch homer
• ballpark rituals: full walkaround, local beer and food, cone-only ice cream
• collecting less merch, finding better stories
• stitching trips: MLB cities, MiLB towns and national parks
• why baseball fits a year-round rhythm and renews hope

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Patrick Larson joins Five Questions to celebrate division championships for both the Guardians and Blue Jays while exploring his deep connection to baseball. The conversation weaves through baseball memories, traditions, and philosophical insights about how the sport mirrors life itself.

• Falling in love with baseball through Atlanta Braves games on TBS and family trips to Fulton County Stadium
• Celebrating the Blue Jays' 2015 AL East championship after the longest playoff drought in North American sports
• Creating new traditions like purchasing team merchandise before each season
• Finding baseball as an escape from life's hectic pace
• Reflecting on how baseball teaches us to value time as our most precious resource
• Valuing shared experiences at ballparks over material possessions
• Connecting baseball's unpredictability to life's uncertainty

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This week, I am joined by my family as they tackle 5 questions. From sharing a rainbow blanket to the time Ed almost go arrested for defending his wife.

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Eric Proffitt reveals his hidden past as a summer collegiate baseball player for the Wichita Fury, a surprise revelation despite years of friendship with the host. His baseball journey spans from childhood to podcasting, with unique experiences like playing and working at historic Lawrence Dumont Stadium.

• Co-hosts the Earn Fun Average Podcast focusing on minor league and summer collegiate baseball
• Played summer collegiate baseball for the Wichita Fury in the now-defunct River City Victory League
• Worked for the Wichita Wranglers in 2003-2004 when 19-year-old Zack Greinke pitched there
• Follows baseball traditions including collecting ice cream helmets and stadium pins
• Participates in "Baseball Around the Clock" - 11 games in 33 continuous hours
• Aims to attend 100 baseball games annually (already at 74 games this season)
• Values baseball's slower pace for building friendships and conversations
• Learned scorekeeping from his mother, contrary to the typical father-son baseball narrative
• Played on Lawrence Dumont Stadium's unique turf infield/grass outfield configuration

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Paul Caputo shares his baseball journey from Little League to international stadiums, exploring how the sport connects generations and creates lifelong friendships. Through personal stories and reflections, he reveals why baseball remains America's most beautiful game.

• Baseball as a family legacy spanning three generations
• Lying about age to play Little League a year early
• Witnessing Ryan Howard's record-breaking three home runs in 2006
• Game 3 of the 2022 World Series as a peak baseball experience
• International baseball experiences in Japan and Puerto Rico
• Annual Jersey Shore family trips centered around the All-Star Game
• "Baseball Palooza" road trips with college friends - four games in four days
• The unique beauty of baseball's aesthetics and dimensions
• How different levels of play showcase distinct aspects of the game
• Baseball communities providing meaningful connections across distances

Follow Paul on Instagram, Threads, and Blue Sky @baseballbydesign, and listen to his podcast Baseball By Design wherever you get your podcasts. Tune into The Dad Head Chronicles Sports Show Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8pm Eastern.

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Kelly Robinson shares his deep connection to baseball as a family tradition dating back to 1900 when the White Sox began, revealing how the sport has shaped his identity, relationships, and most meaningful life moments.

• First baseball memory at age three at Comiskey Park seeing Harry Carey sing
• White Sox family tradition spans multiple generations, unifying family members regardless of different beliefs
• How Twitter and social media connected him with fellow minor league baseball fans during 2020
• Experiencing the White Sox 2005 World Series victory after a personally difficult year
• Getting married with a vintage 1953 baseball theme outside Guaranteed Rate Field
• Baseball traditions including scoring every game since 2012 and walking the full concourse
• The consistency of baseball's schedule providing comfort and structure unlike other sports
• Finding happiness immediately upon entering any ballpark regardless of previous mood

Follow Kelly on https://www.threads.com/@theminorleaguenerd and check out his Minor League Nerd YouTube channel and podcast to explore more baseball content.

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The grassroots Sandlot baseball movement has exploded across North Carolina, creating a vibrant community with custom jerseys, creative team names, and cross-country connections. Mike from the Carolina Kudzu shares how these adult recreational teams have created authentic baseball experiences complete with DJs spinning records during games, custom ice cream helmets, and even live organ music.

• Carolina now has numerous Sandlot teams in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and beyond
• Team names like Kudzu, Reapers, and Durham Fruits reflect creativity and local culture
• Teams travel across the country to play other Sandlot communities in San Diego, Austin, and more
• The Revival event showcased mascot races, custom merchandise, and family-friendly activities
• Social media has fueled growth by sharing team logos, game highlights, and the welcoming atmosphere
• Teams emphasize inclusivity with players of all skill levels welcome to participate
• Cross-team friendships and community building extend beyond the baseball diamond
• Custom team merchandise, especially hats, have become coveted collectibles

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Sandlot baseball is experiencing explosive growth across North Carolina with a collective of nine teams creating a welcoming environment for players of all skill levels. Mike Ghilardi, a team captain for the Carolina Kudzu, shares how this accessible, pressure-free approach to baseball focuses on community and joy rather than competition and statistics.

• The Carolina Kudzu formed in 2022 as part of the "Sandlot Revival" event, with their team name referencing the invasive plant species introduced to North America in 1876
• Sandlot baseball welcomes everyone regardless of experience level - teams will loan equipment to newcomers and help teach the game basics
• The movement has roots in Austin, Texas, where they've built dedicated Sandlot fields with bars, live music, and old-timey scoreboards
• The annual Sandlot Revival at the historic Durham Athletic Park (where "Bull Durham" was filmed) has grown from 6 to 13 teams in four years
• Teams keep score during games but don't track records, championships, or statistics - "if you're taking it too seriously, you're missing the point"
• Open pickup games happen most weekends across the Triangle area, with information posted regularly on social media
• The Sandlot collective raises money for local charities including the Long Ball program serving underserved teenage boys and the LGBTQ Center of Durham

Want to experience Sandlot baseball yourself? Follow @carolina_kudzu and other local teams on social media to find information about upcoming open pickup games happening every weekend across the Triangle area.

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