Episode 22: Politics Free Zone With United States Senator and Cleveland Guardians Fan Sherrod Brown

We Love Our Team

In this episode of We Love Our Team, United States Senator Sherrod Brown joins the hosts to discuss his love for baseball and his efforts to get Reds Hall of Famer William "Dummy" Hoy into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Senator Brown shares his memories of watching the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds, his favorite players, and his thoughts on the current state of baseball. He also talks about his involvement in mentoring programs for young men and the Cincinnati Reds' community initiatives.
The conversation touches on topics such as the All-Star game, being in attendance at Pete Rose's hit number 4192, and the ups and downs of being a fan. "And did I mention the Frank Robinson trade?"

Takeaways

• Senator Sherrod Brown is a passionate baseball fan and loves watching games and learning about baseball history.
• He is an advocate for getting William Hoy into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and has called on baseball to consider his induction.
• Senator Brown appreciates the character and history of old baseball stadiums and has fond memories of watching players like Frank Robinson, Vada Pinson, and Pete Rose.
• He is involved in mentoring programs for young men and praises the Cincinnati Reds for their community initiatives.
• Senator Brown believes that baseball is still a great game and enjoys watching it, despite the ups and downs of being a fan.

Sound Bites

• "He played under this incredible handicap when nobody else that I know of did."
• "He probably did change the game."
• "I love those old stadiums that had character."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Background of Senator Sherrod Brown

01:30
Advocating for William Hoy's Induction into the Hall of Fame

04:11
Memories of Watching the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds

10:17
The Importance of Mentoring Programs and Community Engagement

14:43
The Love for Baseball: A Fan's Perspective