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About Bruce MarkusenBruce Markusen is the author of seven books on baseball, including the award-winning A Baseball Dynasty: Charlie Finley’s Swingin’ A’s, the recipient of the Seymour Medal from the Society for American Baseball Research. He has also written The Team That Changed Baseball: Roberto Clemente and the 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates, Tales From The Mets Dugout, and The Orlando Cepeda Story. Bruce currently works as a museum teacher at the National Baseball Hall of Fame, the Farmers’ Museum, and the Fenimore Art Museum, all located in Cooperstown. In addition to The Hardball Times, he also contributes articles to Bronx Banter. Bruce, his wife Sue, and their daughter Madeline reside in Cooperstown.Note: This page displays up to 200 articles at a time. To view a subset of a writer's work, click on one of the following years: 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Bruce Markusen's ArticlesClick here to view an RSS feed of this writer's articles. Card Corner: 1973 Topps: Mike AndrewsMay 17, 2013He went from Fenway to The Fund, with a bump in between. Cooperstown Confidential: What really happened with Fritz Ostermueller and Jackie RobinsonMay 10, 2013Can events from 1947 be accurately re-created? Card Corner: 1973 Topps: Jose CardenalMay 03, 2013If you like stories of loud crickets, tight flannels, and large Afros, you will love Jose Cardenal. Cooperstown Confidential: The wild life of George BrunetApril 26, 2013He was the game's ultimate travelling man and lived a baseball life like no one else. Card Corner: 1973 Topps: Brooks RobinsonApril 19, 2013There's a reason why so many Maryland parents have named their sons for this man. Talking ball with Matt Silverman about Swingin’ 73April 12, 2013He's written a fine new book that explores baseball and America 40 years ago. Card Corner: 1973 Topps: Tommie AgeeApril 05, 2013The man could play center field, not only on his baseball card, but in the 1969 World Series. THT Live: Pop culture and the pastime: The Walking Dead and baseballApril 01, 2013THT Live: Remembering Gus TriandosMarch 30, 2013Cooperstown Confidential: The 1978 firing of Alvin DarkMarch 29, 2013It's not just players who find their jobs on the line during spring training. Sometimes the managers have to watch for the boom. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Wally Backman and the unknown PirateMarch 26, 2013Card Corner, 1973 Topps: Steve BarberMarch 22, 2013Few batters enjoyed stepping in against this pellet-throwing left-hander. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Templeton and FoleyMarch 19, 2013Cooperstown Confidential: Is it 1989 again for the Yankees?March 15, 2013Spring training of 2013 is not boding well for the Bombers. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: who’s with Bob Boone?March 12, 2013THT Live: Pop culture and the pastime: talking movies with Billy SampleMarch 11, 2013Card Corner, 1973 Topps: Jim Ray HartMarch 08, 2013His is a story of hard hitting, hard drinking, and legitimate concern. Cooperstown Confidential: The sad saga of Leon WagnerMarch 01, 2013"Daddy Wags" needs to be remembered. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Felix the Cat and the CobraFebruary 28, 2013THT Live: A baseball card mystery: finding Kent TekulveFebruary 25, 2013Card Corner, 1973 Topps: Rico CartyFebruary 22, 2013It's time for the big fella to take a whack at 1973 Topps. Cooperstown Confidential: MLK and MLB in 1968February 15, 2013It's Black History Month, a perfect time to examine a link between civil rights, baseball and tragedy. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Jim Spencer and Billy NorthFebruary 13, 2013Card Corner, 1973 Topps: Dock EllisFebruary 08, 2013Follow a journey that took a man from drug addict to hero. THT Live: Remembering Earl WilliamsFebruary 02, 2013THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Lou Brock and the unknown PirateFebruary 01, 2013Cooperstown Confidential: From the Uptons to the AlousFebruary 01, 2013Baseball has a long history of brothers in the same clubhouse. THT Live: A tribute to Chuck HintonJanuary 29, 2013THT Live: Earl Weaver and the cigarette ejectionJanuary 28, 2013Card Corner, 1973 Topps: Bill FreehanJanuary 25, 2013When talking about catchers of the 1960s, this man deserves a prominent place in the conversation. THT Live: A tribute to Earl WeaverJanuary 21, 2013Cooperstown Confidential: Farewell to Enzo Hernandez, Fred Talbot and SportsWatchJanuary 18, 2013Let's remember two players who left us, along with a favorite old radio show. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Joe Ferguson and who?January 16, 2013Card Corner, 1973 Topps: Bobby BondsJanuary 11, 2013Barry made news this week when he fell short of Hall of Fame election, but his father was also a pretty fair player. THT Live: Pop culture and the Pastime: Baseball and the Twilight ZoneJanuary 09, 2013Cooperstown Confidential: the pioneers of the DHJanuary 04, 2013Let's begin the New Year with one of the biggest rule changes of our lifetime. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: who’s sliding into Dick Green?January 01, 2013Card Corner, 1972 Topps: Ken Berry and F-TroopDecember 28, 2012As we bid a fond farewell to 1972 Topps, a popular TV show meets a Gold Glove outfielder known as "The Bandit." THT Live: Remembering Ryan FreelDecember 24, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: Knuckleballs, fielders and pioneersDecember 21, 2012How does a knuckleballer age? And who are truly the greatest fielders? THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Dave NelsonDecember 18, 2012Card Corner, 1972 Topps: Roberto ClementeDecember 14, 2012The Great One takes his turn at Topps. THT Live: Pop culture and the pastime: Willie Mays and BewitchedDecember 11, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: The Seinfeld meetingsDecember 07, 2012What happened to the trade-filled meetings of old? THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Bud Harrelson and the unknown catcherDecember 05, 2012THT Live: Pop culture and the pastime: Black Gunn and Vida BlueNovember 30, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps, Beltin’ Bill MeltonNovember 30, 2012A Windy City favorite takes the spotlight in 1972 Topps. THT Live: The impact of Marvin MillerNovember 28, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: MacPhail, Cabrera, Hairston and GibbonsNovember 23, 2012A Hall of Fame passing, free agent news, and a managerial hiring hit the Hot Stove this week. Card Corner: 1972 Topps, Jim MaloneyNovember 16, 2012He might be the best pitcher in obscurity. Cooperstown Confidential: Howe, Hunter and the Hall of FameNovember 09, 2012The Hot Stove League season has arrived. That means managerial rumors, free agent bargaining, and even a looming Hall of Fame election. Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Curt BlefaryNovember 02, 2012His journey took him from Baltimore to San Diego, with stops in between. Along the way, he made impressions on everyone from Jim Bouton to Charlie Finley. THT Live: A tribute to The Walking ManOctober 26, 2012THT Live: A tribute to Dave MayOctober 23, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Ken SingletonOctober 19, 2012Uniforms, steadiness, and class come together in this latest entry from 1972 Topps. Cooperstown Confidential: managerial musical chairsOctober 12, 2012Looking at Cleveland, Boston and Colorado—and remembering Bill Jauss Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Ken HoltzmanOctober 05, 2012Where else can you find Animal House and Charlie Finley in the same place? Cooperstown Confidential: a tribute to Jack PierceSeptember 28, 2012When the majors said no, he made the best of it. Card Corner, 1972 Topps: Bob RobertsonSeptember 21, 2012If you like good, old-fashioned sluggers, then read about this redheaded Bucs strongboy. THT Live: What’s Johnny Bench doing on Mission Impossible?September 19, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: the original Billy BallSeptember 14, 2012Long before Billy Beane, Martin's Gang rode wild in the Bay Area. THT Live: Protecting the pitcher: The lesson of Brandon McCarthySeptember 10, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Alex JohnsonSeptember 07, 2012If you think some of today's players are controversial, they're nothing compared to this man. Cooperstown Confidential: Thinking about John RoseboroAugust 31, 2012He was a good player, and a better man. Card Corner: 1972 Topps, Tito FuentesAugust 24, 2012Many of us flipped cards, but this man liked to flip bats. THT Live: Colavito, Finley, and FrancesaAugust 22, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: The Aaron-Strasburg connectionAugust 17, 2012One is a pitcher, and one was a slugger, but a comparison can be made. THT Live: Talking ball with Tim Wendel and the Summer of ‘68August 16, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Jim RolandAugust 10, 2012Summer camp, card collecting, and a little-known left-hander come together in this week's edition. Cooperstown Confidential: My first trade: Bonds for MurcerAugust 03, 2012Some trades stay with us longer than others. Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Lee MayJuly 27, 2012He's relatively forgotten now, but at one time, major league pitchers feared him. THT Live: Hall of Fame weekend: the ceremonyJuly 22, 2012THT Live: Hall of Fame Weekend: a look at Randy HundleyJuly 22, 2012THT Live: Hall of Fame Weekend: a look at Art ShamskyJuly 21, 2012THT Live: Hall of Fame Weekend: thinking of Ron SantoJuly 20, 2012THT Live: Hall of Fame Weekend previewJuly 19, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Blue Moon OdomJuly 13, 2012It's a Blue Moon Rising in this week's look back at vintage Topps. Cooperstown Confidential: The wonder of Old-Timers’ DayJuly 06, 2012If you say that Old-Timers' Day should go go away, well, those are fighting words in these parts. Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Bobby TolanJune 29, 2012A star-crossed career comes under the microscope in the latest edition of 1972 Topps. Cooperstown Confidential: Davey Johnson and the Miami AmigosJune 22, 2012He's a well-known and successful manager today, but he got his start in a place far less glamorous than the major leagues. Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Frank HowardJune 15, 2012It's time to talk about Hondo as we continue our journey through 1972 Topps. THT Live: Remembering Dave BoswellJune 12, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: Remembering Pedro BorbonJune 08, 2012Relievers are supposed to be a little offbeat, but this man was the king of the wacky. Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Duke SimsMay 25, 2012He's not baseball's most famous Duke, but his 1972 card helps make him memorable. Cooperstown Confidential: The tale of Charley LauMay 18, 2012Hitting coaches are in the news these days, bringing to mind the king of the hitting gurus. Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Jim “Mudcat” GrantMay 11, 2012The workings of the Baseball Reliquary prompt this week's foray into 1972 Topps. Cooperstown Confidential: The sad saga of Oil Can BoydMay 04, 2012The Can is making news again, so let's look back at a 1980s sensation. Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Downtown Ollie BrownApril 27, 2012Let's walk downtown as we return to 1972. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Who is Jeff Pendleton?April 25, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: Satchel Paige and Jamie MoyerApril 20, 2012A current day pitcher brings back the exploits of a Hall of Famer. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Roy Lee JacksonApril 18, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Norm CashApril 13, 2012Stormin' Norman, pine tar, and table legs highlight this memorable entry from 1972 Topps. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Reggie Smith and RynoApril 11, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: Michael Pineda is not Britt BurnsApril 06, 2012A spring training ailment recalls another tale of injury and woe from the 1980s. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Rich Dauer and Carlton FiskApril 04, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Alan GallagherMarch 30, 2012The yearlong series on 1972 Topps continues with a look at a baseball original. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Garth Iorg and Pepe FriasMarch 29, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: Thinking of Al CowensMarch 23, 2012A career that started with so much promise became filled with twists and turns, and ultimately, tragedy. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Tim FoliMarch 21, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: Resurrecting the Houston Colt .45sMarch 16, 2012An attempt at a retro uniform has revived interest in the origins of the Houston franchise. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Rod CarewMarch 13, 2012Card Corner, 1972 Topps: Steve Huntz and the ‘72 White SoxMarch 09, 2012You've heard of Hunt's Tomato Sauce. How about Huntz the ballplayer? THT Live: A tribute to Don MincherMarch 06, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: Thinking about Jim SpencerMarch 02, 2012Let's pay tribute to an old-fashioned platoon player. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Finding Lenny RandleFebruary 29, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps: Frank RobinsonFebruary 24, 2012Here comes "The Judge," the latest centerpiece to our tribute to 1972 Topps. Talking about Tony ConigliaroFebruary 17, 2012What could have been. Those words can be said over and over in describing the tragic life of Tony Conigliaro. THT Live: Remembering “Kid,” Gary CarterFebruary 17, 2012THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Where’s Dave Collins?February 14, 2012THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Ontiveros and SchmidtFebruary 10, 2012THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Bill Sudakis and the strange lightFebruary 07, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps—Bob VealeFebruary 03, 2012It's time for a side of Veale with the latest review of 1972 Topps. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Ken Holtzman’s 1974 Topps cardJanuary 31, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: thinking about Al SmithJanuary 27, 2012Beer alone did not make this man's career. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Bob Didier and Cleon JonesJanuary 24, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps: George HendrickJanuary 20, 2012Ollie Brown, Johnny Grubb and Ernie Banks make cameos as we learn about the journey of Silent George. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Thurman Munson and who?January 18, 2012Cooperstown Confidential: Why Bob Howsam isn’t in the Hall of FameJanuary 13, 2012A former All-Star first baseman and the architect of the "Big Red Machine" take the stage in this week's column. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Alan Trammell and George VukovichJanuary 09, 2012Card Corner: 1972 Topps—Ed BrinkmanJanuary 06, 2012For many collectors, 1972 represented an iconic set. Let's begin a year-long look back. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Aaron’s golden momentJanuary 03, 2012Card Corner: 1971 Topps—Rich AllenDecember 30, 2011As the year comes to an end, so does a retrospective of 1971 Topps cards. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Gary Gaetti’s 1993 Topps cardDecember 28, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: Thinking of Pat DobsonDecember 23, 2011Five winters ago, baseball lost a popular guy known as "Dobber." THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Johnny Bench’s 1973 Topps cardDecember 21, 2011Card Corner: 1971 Topps, Oscar GambleDecember 16, 2011This may not be the Oscar Gamble you remember. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Gerry Moses and Dave LaRocheDecember 13, 2011THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Ron Santo and who?December 05, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: The winter meetings of 1971December 02, 2011Trader Lane wasn't there. Neither was Syd Thrift. Or Billy Beane. But it was still one crazy swap meet. THT Live: The return of Chili DavisNovember 28, 2011Card Corner: 1971 Topps, Bud HarrelsonNovember 25, 2011The 1971 Topps set was a groundbreaking set, with a little shortstop supplying one of the most memorable of the cards. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Who is Matt Guante?November 21, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: The all-quirky PhilliesNovember 18, 2011Colorful characters abound over the last 45 years of Phillies history. THT Live: A baseball card mystery: Glenn Hubbard and the snakeNovember 15, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: Why isn’t Santo in the Hall of Fame?November 11, 2011It's that time again. But will the Veterans Committee come up with a different decision on the great third baseman of the 1960s? THT Live: A baseball card mystery: who’s that Yankee?November 08, 2011Card Corner, 1971 Topps: Manny SanguillenNovember 04, 2011The yearlong series on Topps' 1971 set continues with the ultimate free-swinging catcher. THT Live: Losing Matty AlouNovember 03, 2011THT Live: A baseball card mystery: George Scott’s 1973 Topps cardNovember 01, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: the Oakland A’s all-quirky teamOctober 28, 2011The Bay Area has had its share of over the past 39 years. THT Live: Another baseball card mysteryOctober 25, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: Willie Davis and the Cardinal-Ranger connectionOctober 21, 2011The Cardinals and Rangers don't have much of a history of playing each other. But there are common threads. THT Live: A baseball card mysteryOctober 17, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: Thinking of Johnny CallisonOctober 14, 2011The Great Depression, Connie Mack Stadium, and recollections of M*A*S*H all come together in this week's Confidential. Card Corner: 1971 Topps, Jerry GroteOctober 07, 2011If you like hard-nosed players, there were few tougher than this man. THT Live: The Other Tito FranconaOctober 06, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: The 1978 Red SoxSeptember 30, 2011Collapses are not a new thing in baseball. They just get bigger headlines today. Cooperstown Confidential: Stanley Glenn and Jesse JeffersonSeptember 23, 2011Two baseball deaths provide two different kinds of food for thought. Cooperstown Confidential: trading the managerSeptember 16, 2011Managers are hired to be fired, but are they meant to be traded? Card Corner: 1971 Topps and Frank TepedinoSeptember 09, 2011The national pastime and the anniversary of a tragedy come together. Cooperstown Confidential: Where are the all-black nine now?September 02, 2011On a quiet September night in 1971, nine men made baseball history. Cooperstown Confidential: Hollywood meets Mr. BoggsAugust 26, 2011You never know what you'll see when watching TV on the weekend. A Hall of Famer might turn up in a horror movie. THT Live: The passing of Mike FlanaganAugust 25, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: The tragedies of Wilson, Thomas and MooreAugust 19, 2011Baseball is not always joy and winning. A recent passing brings to mind some tragic losses of the past. Card Corner, 1971 Topps: Thurman MunsonAugust 12, 2011Two players for the price of one. THT Live: The short pants craze of 1976August 11, 2011Card Corner: Jim PerryJuly 29, 2011We know all about Gaylord; now let's learn about Jim. THT Live: Talking Ball: Phil Roof on Bert BlylevenJuly 27, 2011THT Live: Hall of Fame Weekend update: A ceremony of tears, humor, and the bizarreJuly 25, 2011THT Live: Hall of Fame Weekend: Flash mobs, a new awards show and Jim PerryJuly 23, 2011THT Live: Cooperstown Confidential: Hall of Fame WeekendJuly 22, 2011THT Live: Cooperstown Confidential: Hall of Fame WeekendJuly 21, 2011THT Live: Prepping for Hall of Fame weekend 2011July 21, 2011Talking ball with Steve BraunJuly 15, 2011Braun sounds like a ballplayer's name. But he wasn't all brawn; he has brains, too. THT Live: What made Dick Williams greatJuly 09, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: Remembering Wes CovingtonJuly 08, 2011He was not a superstar, but he was an integral part of two franchises during the 1950s and 60s. He also ate right-handed pitching for breakfast. Card Corner: 1971 Topps, Clete BoyerJuly 01, 2011The 40th anniversary of the 1971 Topps set gives us a good reason to talk about my one-time neighbor. THT Live: Talking ball with Dick WilliamsJune 30, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: Ex-Tiger Warden on then and nowJune 24, 2011His trips to Cooperstown are becoming an annual tradition. And he always has plenty to say. THT Live: Talking ball with Rick WiseJune 23, 2011THT Live: Wrapping up the Hall of Fame ClassicJune 23, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: three firingsJune 17, 2011Were the A's, Rangers and Marlins justified in making managerial and coaching changes? THT Live: Jim Northrup: old school favoriteJune 14, 2011Card Corner: 1971 Topps, Dean ChanceJune 10, 2011It's time to resume our look at 1971 Topps baseball cards, replete with Hollywood starlets, carnival barkers, and even a mention of Hugh Hefner. THT Live: Remembering Jose PaganJune 09, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: Christmas in JuneMay 27, 2011So what's a symposium? It's more fun than you might think. Cooperstown Confidential: Two different left handersMay 20, 2011Baseball can embody both humor and tragedy, as we see through a pair of oldtime southpaws. THT Live: Thinking about HarmonMay 14, 2011Cooperstown Confidential: The inimitable Ike BrownMay 13, 2011"We like Ike." Many Tigers fans expressed that sentiment back in the day. Even 10 years after he left us, there's still a lot to like about Mr. Brown. Cooperstown Confidential: The Hands of Stone teamMay 06, 2011The great fielders receive all the credit on the highlight reels. But what do the bad fielders get? Nothing, until now, when we reward them with their own all-star team. Talking ball with Ed HerrmannApril 22, 2011A major league catcher from the '60s and '70s recalls a colorful career. The Nickname Game: The Willie Mays connectionApril 15, 2011Willie Mays will always be linked to the Giants. Some of his teammates can be linked to good nicknames. Card Corner: 1971 Topps: King OllieApril 08, 2011It's time to examine another player action shot from 1971 Topps. He was sometimes called The Big O, but it's not Oscar Gamble. Cooperstown Confidential: Flakey, The Count and The AnimalApril 01, 2011Baseball is back, but the characters never really go away. Cooperstown Confidential: Stories of Bobby GrichMarch 25, 2011Too much in the way of statistics, and too little in terms of stories? Bruce Markusen addresses the debate through a favorite player. Cooperstown Confidential: Candidates for the Shrine of the EternalsMarch 18, 2011It has a funny name, but the Baseball Reliquary offers an unusual alternative to the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. THT Live: The sudden death of Mitchell PageMarch 14, 2011Card Corner: 1971 Topps, Cookie RojasMarch 11, 2011Black borders, action shots, and a middle infielder named Cookie. They're all part of the 1971 Topps baseball card set. Cooperstown Confidential: Who was Greg Goossen?March 03, 2011He was not a household name, but his life was anything but pedestrian. The Nickname Game: Chuck Tanner’s White SoxFebruary 25, 2011If you like good nicknames, the White Sox of the early 1970s provide an excellent stomping ground. Card Corner: 1971 Topps: Chris ShortFebruary 18, 2011The 40-year look-back at 1971 Topps cards continues with one of Bruce Markusen's favorites. And don't forget to look in the background. THT Live: Remembering Woodie FrymanFebruary 06, 2011Black History Month: replacing Buck’s voiceFebruary 04, 2011Baseball needs more black players and more black fans. One man may be able to help. Cooperstown Confidential: a tribute to Big Daddy CroweJanuary 28, 2011George Crowe was quiet, lived part of his life as a recluse, and didn't enjoy being interviewed. He was also a civil rights hero. Card Corner: 1971 Topps: Earl WilsonJanuary 21, 2011It's time to begin a new series on "Card Corner." Let's turn the clock back by a few decades. The Nickname Game: The barons of the bullpenJanuary 14, 2011There's some unfinished business left over from 2010. It's time to give relievers' nicknames their proper due. Cooperstown Confidential: Rooting for KillerJanuary 07, 2011One of baseball's great gentlemen is facing the challenge of a lifetime. Card Corner: Topps’ top 60 and Norm CashDecember 31, 2010As Topps begins its countdown toward the best card ever, it's time for Card Corner to weigh in with its final installment of the year. Card Corner: Topps’ Top 60 and Tommy DavisDecember 24, 2010Topps has named Mike Schmidt's rookie card from 1973 as the 60th greatest card in history, but Bruce Markusen is thinking about a lesser known player from the 1972 set in this week's installment. THT Live: Talking baseball cards with Dave JamiesonDecember 20, 2010 | ||||