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SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14TH 2010

9 PM IN CONJUNCTION W/ MAPLE STREET THE MIRACLE HAS LANDED

SPORTSTALKNY SALUTES THE 1969 NEW YORK METS

Seven seasons after the Mets debuted with the most losses in modern baseball history the franchise was still seen as a laughingstock and was given 100-to-1 odds to win the World Series when 1969 began. The first year of divisional play started out as the Cubs' year, while most onlookers figured the Mets would be happy if they could play .500 ball. Tom Seaver's Imperfect Game against Chicago showed that the Mets could play with the big boys, but the Cubs still had a double-digit lead on the Mets in the middle of August. The Cubs stumbled, plagued by worn-out players, black cats, and bad luck, but magnificent Mets pitching turned the tide. On February 14th Mark and AJ pay tribute to the Amazing Mets.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14TH 2010

9 PM IN CONJUNCTION W/ MAPLE STREET THE MIRACLE HAS LANDED

SPORTSTALKNY SALUTES THE 1969 NEW YORK METS

Live in Studio noted Met Historian and Author Dana Brand

Dana Brand is the author of two books about being a fan of the New York Mets: Mets Fan (McFarland, 2007) and the newly-released The Last Days of Shea: Delight and Despair in the Life of a Mets Fan (Taylor Trade, 2009). He is a Professor of English and American Literature at Hofstra University and he has been a devoted fan of the New York Mets since the team came into existence when he was 7 years old. Dana joins Mark and AJ to celebrate the Amazing Mets of 1969

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14TH 2010

9 PM IN CONJUNCTION W/ MAPLE STREET THE MIRACLE HAS LANDED

SPORTSTALKNY SALUTES THE 1969 NEW YORK METS

1969 NY Met Jack DiLauro

In 1969, DiLauro pitched 4 games for the Mets AAA minor league affiliate, the Tidewater Tides. He was then promoted to the Mets and made his major league debut for the Mets on May 15, 1969 against the Atlanta Braves. In 1969, Jack was a major factor in the Mets climb to the top of the NL East as he pitched in 23 games, mostly in relief, and 63 2/3 innings for the Mets.His first win in the Major Leagues occurred on July 20 against the Montreal Expos. His ERA in 1969 was a solid 2.40, better than league average. On February 14th Jack joins Mark , AJ and Dana to talk about the memorable year in Met History.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14TH 2010

9 PM IN CONJUNCTION W/ MAPLE STREET THE MIRACLE HAS LANDED

SPORTSTALKNY SALUTES THE 1969 NEW YORK METS

RON SWOBODA

The casual fan of the game might know Ron Swoboda for "The Catch" in the 1969 World Series, or for his home run heroics in a game against Hall of Famer Steve Carlton, or for Casey Stengel's early summation: "He will be great, super, even wonderful. Now if he can only learn to catch a fly ball." The true fan of the man will also know Ron Swoboda for his wit, heart and humility, and for his drive to become the best outfielder he could be.After his retirement from baseball, Swoboda was a television sportscaster in New York City on WCBS-TV and for many years at WVUE in New Orleans

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14TH 2010

9 PM IN CONJUNCTION W/ MAPLE STREET THE MIRACLE HAS LANDED

SPORTSTALKNY SALUTES THE 1969 NEW YORK METS

NY Met Ace Left Hander Jerry Koosman (PRETAPED)

In 1969 Jerry Koosman posted a 17-9 record with a 2.28 ERA and 180 strikeouts in making a second All-Star appearance. That year, he was a member of the Mets team that unexpectedly won the National League East title  after not only finishing dead last in five of their first seven seasons, but also trailing the Chicago Cubs for much of this season, by as many as 9½ games on August 13. The day before, Koosman had lost to the Houston Astros to fall to 9-8; he would win eight of his final nine decisions.In Game Two of the NLCS against the Atlanta Braves, Jerry was shelled for six runs in 4⅔ innings (including a Hank Aaron three-run homer). The Mets won 11–6, however, then won the next game to complete the series' sweep.

Jerry was the pitching star of the 1969 World Series against the Baltimore Orioles. He joins us to share his memories of the Miracle Mets.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21ST 2010

9 PM IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE RELEASE OF

“Pride and Perseverance: A Story of Courage, Hope, and Redemption”

FORMER NFL GREAT CONRAD DOBLER

He was known as the NFL’s “dirtiest player,” but that infamous moniker and reputation that followed is all but a distant memory for former NFL player Conrad Dobler.  In Pride and Perseverance: A Story of Courage, Hope, and Redemption by Conrad Dobler (Foreword by Dan Dierdorf). Dobler opens up about his tumultuous life on and off the football field. From his playing days of terrorizing opposing defensive lineman by any means necessary to his current life of dealing with life threatening injuries, caring for his quadriplegic wife and trying to make ends meet.  The book was a collaborative effort and was written by Conrad Dobler, Jennifer Smith with a special afterword by his wife Joy Dobler and comments from Phil Mickelson.  Conrad joins Mark and AJ to talk about his new book which is available at  www.conraddobler.net

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21ST 2010

9 PM NFL HALL OF FAMER AND LEGEND

ROGER STAUBACH

"Roger Staubach might be the best combination of a passer, an athlete and a leader ever to play in the NFL," said Cowboy's head coach Tom Landry. Many sports fans and professional reporters consider Staubach one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL along with Johnny Unitas and Joe Montana. When he took over as a starter midway through the 1971 season. Dallas was faltering with a 4-3 record. Staubach got the nod and he went on to pass for 1,882 yards and 15 touchdowns, winning the passing title with a 104.8 quarterback rating. In the next seven seasons, Staubach took the Cowboys to five NFC championship games and another three Super Bowls. Roger joins Mark and AJ to talk about his Hall of Fame career.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21ST 2010

9 PM FORMER ALL AMERICAN AND HEISMAN CANIDATE

ART SCHLICHTER

Art Schlichter once had it all.
The most-heralded high school quarterback Ohio had ever seen, he evolved into an All-American and Heisman Trophy candidate. By the time he was finished as a Buckeye, Woody Hayes called him the best to ever play for Ohio State.
  He had fame, fortune, and matinee idol looks that made women swoon, but beneath his confident exterior, Schlichter's insecurities surfaced in a constant drive to gamble.
  By the time he reached his mid-30's, he had gambled away more than $1.5 million, his All-American image, his family, his self-respect, and his freedom.

  Art joins Mark and AJ to talk about his life and his times and his new book

“BUSTED: The Rise and Fall of Art Schlichter