Recently, I watched a re-airing of the 1971 All-Star Game from Tiger Stadium in Detroit Michigan. Personally, I think it’s the most fascinating All-Star Game ever played. If you recall, 26 future Hall of Famers participated in that contest: 21 players, both managers, National League coach Walt Alston, Hall of…
So far, every game changer I’ve written about has been baseball related. We’ve often stated on the DT podcast that baseball has been, and probably always will be, the driving force behind APBA Games. The APBA Blog reflects that as well, with most content baseball-related. Well, game changers aren’t all…
Hall of Famer Mel Ott was a staple of the New York Giants’ lineup for two decades. His career spanned from 1926 to 1947 all with the Giants. Ott led the NL six times and one of those years was in 1934. Along with 35 homers, Ott also led the…
On DTP episode #31, we discuss APBA golf, baseball, and football with our special guest, Bruce Andera, The TGA Tour Commissioner. You can listen now on your favorite podcast app or play the episode below. Double Take: An APBA Gaming Podcast For those interested in the 2021 TGA Tour, here’s…
There have been a lot of excellent golf films over the years, The Greatest Game Ever Played, The Legend of Bagger Vance, Tin Cup, Happy Gilmore, and of course Caddyshack. Some are based on inspiring true events, others are comedy. It seem like a skilled filmmaker could create a biopic…
Over the last 40 years, batting gloves have become a normal part of baseball. There are various reasons for wearing batting gloves– comfort, prevention of blisters, warmth, improved grip, and shock absorption are the most common reasons. Some players probably think they look cool too. Kansas City A’s Ken “Hawk” Harrelson is…
Not long after APBA Jackie Robinson Day, I just purchased the 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates on APBA GO. Of course, Roberto Clemente is a big part of that team. This card is part of APBA’s 3rd edition of their popular Great Team of the Past (GTOP3) set. Clemente was 36 and…
Currently, the APBA Game Co. sells seven main products: Baseball, Football, Soccer, Golf, Hockey, Baseball for Windows (BBW), and APBA GO. In DTP episode #30, we discuss all of these products and then some with our special guest Bob Mosher. Our conversation even touches on APBA basketball, bowling, and saddle…
I think every true baseball fan has those special moments with their favorite team. I’m not necessarily talking about championships and unique experience, though those are certainly important. I’m talking about the moments spent in your backyard, in the neighborhood with friends, or playing Little League ball when a favorite…
Ahh, those 11s, 10s, and 14*s. Stolen bases in APBA baseball. Every card has a personality, whether it be power, contact, or speed. However, those base stealers always stick out when we scrutinize APBA cards. Though, depending on what baseball era you’re playing with, the base stealers may be abundant…