Home Run Derby TV Show

[BruceinGa]

I enjoyed watching these as a kid in the early 60's. The problem was that we never knew when they would be televised. Now we can view them on YouTube. The same goes for The Little Rascals, Three Stooges and Amos and Andy!

[SmokyBurgess]

YouTube also has the "What's my Line" shows featuring Satchel Paige and other sports greats.

[mattjc1983]

I've seen these on ESPN Classic a few times too. My how the game has changed:

1) Players were willing to do this IN SEASON.
2) They were playing for cash prizes of what, $1000?

[Leon]

That's great stuff. Thanks for posting!!

[bwbc917]

A player would have to hit a ton of homers to reach a $1000. Times were sure different. Anyone out there collect the HR Derby cards? I have a PSA 6 Colavito that's the pride of my collection.

[Eric72]

It's a shame the show only lasted for one season. I am fortunate enough to own one of the shows on DVD. If anyone would like it, please PM your mailing address to me and I will mail it to you. When you're done watching it, please pass it forward.

Best,

Eric

[paul]

I read an article in Memories & Dreams (the HOF's magazine) that the show aired only in 1960. Does this suggest that the cards should be reclassified as 1960 cards instead of 1959? Or were the cards released before the show aired in order to promote the show?