1967-Sep-02 • CHW BOS • Chicago White Sox vs Boston Red Sox - Radio Broadcast
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The September 2, 1967, radio broadcast of the Chicago White Sox vs. Boston Red Sox game at Fenway Park captures a pivotal moment in the American League pennant race, with the White Sox securing a 4-1 victory to sweep the series. Bob Elson and Red Rush open the broadcast with energetic play-by-play, setting the stage for a tense, high-stakes contest on a chilly, windy day in Boston. The White Sox build a commanding 4-1 lead by the bottom of the seventh, fueled by early offense and strong pitching from Joe Horland, with key contributions from Walt Williams, Rocky Colavito, and Kenny Harrelson. The game’s drama intensifies in the ninth inning as Joe Harlan delivers a complete-game gem, striking out four batters—each on a called third strike—before sealing the win with a crucial strikeout with two outs. The broadcast is rich with period-specific flavor, including sponsor messages for Old Style Beer, Leon's Wieners, General Finance, and Bob Adams, reflecting the era’s advertising culture, as well as real-time updates on other games like the Cubs’ win over the Mets. Fan engagement is palpable, with passionate reactions, a young boy running onto the field, and a sign reading 'We Love Eddie Stanky' drawing boos. The win moves the White Sox into third place in the AL, just two games behind the Twins, setting up a crucial homestand and doubleheader against the Yankees. The broadcast, aired by WMAQ NBC and distributed via Armed Forces Radio Service, celebrates the authenticity and legacy of Chicago radio, with hosts Bob Elson, Dan McCabe, Bill Rainer, and Frank DeRosa emphasizing WMAQ’s unique, non-imitative voice in sports broadcasting.
The Chicago White Sox defeated the Boston Red Sox 4-1 at Fenway Park, sweeping the series and moving into third place in the American League, just two games behind the Minnesota Twins.
Joe Harlan pitched a complete game, striking out four batters with all called third strikes, improving to 15-6 on the season and securing his ninth complete game.
Key offensive contributions came from Walt Williams, Rocky Colavito, and Pete Ward, whose clutch at-bat in the ninth nearly resulted in a home run.
The broadcast featured extensive sponsor integration for Old Style Beer, Leon's Wieners, General Finance, and Bob Adams, promoting emergency loans and local products in line with 1960s advertising norms.
The game was nationally significant, with real-time updates on other AL games and broadcast to U.S. military personnel via Armed Forces Radio Service.
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Game Setup and First Inning Drama
“Here's the big one. Swing and a foul out of play. We have run into a very odd weekend weather-wise in Boston.”
Second and Third Innings: Momentum Shifts
“You know, almost invariably, the guys who know their baseball also know their beer. And boy, do they drink a lot of beers.”
Midgame Tensions and Fan Engagement
“Say, you've heard the saying, don't make waves or you've got waves. But there are others, people who work toward a solution, who can make waves and change the course of action.”
Top of the Seventh: Final Push
The White Sox maintain their 4-1 lead as the top of the seventh inning unfolds. Pete Ward is at bat with two outs, facing a 2-2 count. The broadcast includes a station break and a final sponsor message for General Finance. The tension builds as the game nears its climax, with the White Sox poised to extend their lead or hold firm against a potential Red Sox comeback. The atmosphere remains electric, with fans and commentators alike invested in the outcome.
White Sox Lead 4-1 in Eighth Inning
The White Sox maintain a 4-1 lead as the game enters the bottom of the eighth inning. Key plays include J.C. Martin's two-base hit and error on Kenny Harrelson, and Joe Horland's strong pitching with two strikeouts.
“We don't sound like the station that plays sweet music all day long. We don't sound like the station that talks constantly. We don't even sound like the station that plays country-western music 24 hours a day. Why should we? We sound like us, WMAQ Radio.”
“Say, you've heard the saying, don't make waves or you've got waves. But there are others, people who work toward a solution, who can make waves and change the course of action.”
“You know, almost invariably, the guys who know their baseball also know their beer. And boy, do they drink a lot of beers.”
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Boston Red Sox
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Bob Elson
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Jim Lomborg
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Red Rush
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Joe Horland
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Walt Williams
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Joe Harlan
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Tommy Agee
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General Finance
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