- Harry Wismer

- Jim Bunning

In this 1958 radio interview, listeners hear from Jim Bunning, one of the most formidable pitchers in Major League Baseball during the late 1950s. At this point in his career, Bunning was establishing himself as a key player for the Detroit Tigers, having already achieved notable success, including a no-hitter in 1958. Known for his pinpoint control and competitive nature, Bunning was in the midst of a season that would see him win 14 games with a 3.52 ERA. His career was on a steady rise, and within a few years, he would become one of only a handful of pitchers to throw a no-hitter in both the American and National Leagues.

This interview provides valuable insight into Bunning’s mindset during a pivotal year in his career. As a player who would later be inducted into the Hall of Fame and also serve as a U.S. Senator, Bunning's reflections during this period offer a glimpse into the determination and discipline that characterized his approach to both baseball and life. The conversation in this clip captures a moment in time when Bunning was solidifying his reputation as one of the game's elite pitchers.

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