In October 1972, Sparky Anderson, the manager of the Cincinnati Reds, was asked about his team’s preparations for the World Series, which was due to start later that week. How did the newly crowned ...
With his new book, “Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic: Reggie, Rollie, Catfish and Charlie Finley’s Swingin’ A’s,” sportswriter Jason Turbow explores one of the most colorful teams in baseball history.
The Oakland A's of the 1970s were legendary for their victories and their colorful demeanor. Scott Simon talks to author Jason Turbow about his... The 1970s Oakland A's Were 'Dynastic, Bombastic, ...