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ER Doctor to Baseball Historian: Eric Vickrey on the Deadliest Crash in Pro Sports & Dodgers Dynasty Scouting

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In this episode of the With Priscilla podcast, Eric Vickrey shares his unique journey from a full-time career in emergency medicine to becoming a passionate baseball historian and author. He discusses his books, particularly 'Season of Shattered Dreams,' which explores the tragic 1946 Spokane Indians bus crash and its impact on baseball. Vickrey highlights the importance of relationships in baseball, exemplified by Tommy Lasorda's management style, and delves into the role of scouts in shaping the sport's history. He also shares insights into his research process and future projects, including a focus on the Negro Leagues.

 

IMPORTANT LINKS

Eric's website and where to purchase signed books:

https://ericvickrey.com/

 

Books:

  • Before They Wore Dodger Blue

https://www.amazon.com/Before-They-Wore-Dodger-Blue-ebook/dp/B0G2FMCJJD?ref_=ast_author_mpb

 

  • Runnin’ Redbirds: The World Champion 1982 St. Louis Cardinals

https://www.amazon.com/Runnin-Redbirds-World-Champion-Cardinals-ebook/dp/B0CNNNT4S6/ref=books_amazonstores_desktop_mfs_aufs_ap_sc_dsk_0?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=2XSUi&content-id=amzn1.sym.6d92b4c0-97d6-4063-b66e-20890dfbd616&pf_rd_p=6d92b4c0-97d6-4063-b66e-20890dfbd616&pf_rd_r=139-5612463-8318910&pd_rd_wg=3dijH&pd_rd_r=6459c453-0506-4f74-bad8-5f3c576ca2c6

 

  • Season of Shattered Dreams: Postwar Baseball, the Spokane Indians, and a Tragic Bus Crash that Changed Everything

https://www.amazon.com/Season-Shattered-Dreams-Baseball-Everything/dp/1538190729?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1

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