Audio Interviews by Alan Schwarz

Once Upon a Game: Roger Clemens  

Roger Clemens picks up the story of his first incredible 20-strikeout game in the eighth inning. 

Once Upon a Game: Gaylord Perry  

What convinced Gaylord Perry to throw his first competitive spitball? Listen in . . . 

Once Upon a Game: Ozzie Smith  

Ozzie Smith talks about the fun and popularity of his trademark backflip. 

Once Upon a Game: George H.W. Bush  

The former President remembers the day he met Babe Ruth way back in 1948.

Once Upon a Game: Ernie Banks  

Mr. Cub remembers how he came up with his immortal phrase, "Let's Play Two!" 

Once Upon a Game: Terry Francona  

Only one man can say he was Michael Jordan's baseball manager -- Terry Francona. Tito remembers MJ's skills. 

Once Upon a Game: Buck O'Neil  

The late, great Buck O'Neil was in the Navy out in the Philippines when he was told that Jackie Robinson had been signed by the Brooklyn Dodgers. 

Once Upon a Game: Cal Ripken  

Before he was a legend, Cal Ripken was a slumping rookie under the tempestuous Earl Weaver. How did Earl react?

Once Upon a Game: Nolan Ryan  

The Ryan Express discusses the night he broke Sandy Koufax's record with his 383rd strikeout in 1973.