Kent Tekulve on the We Are Family Pirates, World Series & Baseball Then vs. Now

On this episode of Parney Time, Parney sits down with Pittsburgh Pirates legend, World Series champion, and one of the most recognizable relief pitchers in baseball history, Kent Tekulve. Known for his sidearm delivery, incredible durability, and larger-than-life stories, Kent reflects on a remarkable baseball journey that took him from Division III Marietta College to the pinnacle of the sport. Kent shares stories from his seven-year climb through the minor leagues, the mentors who believed in him despite his unconventional style, and the determination that helped him carve out a legendary major league career. The two dive into: ⚾ Marietta College, becoming the school's first MLB player, and having the press box named in his honor ⚾ What minor league baseball was really like in the 1960s and 70s ⚾ Hilarious bus rides, clubhouse hacks, and surviving seven seasons in the minors ⚾ The coaches and managers who helped shape his career ⚾ The unforgettable culture of the 1979 "We Are Family" Pittsburgh Pirates ⚾ Willie Stargell's leadership and Chuck Tanner's impact on the clubhouse ⚾ Why Dave Parker may have been the best all-around player on that championship team ⚾ Pitching in the 1979 World Series and recording the final out against the Baltimore Orioles ⚾ Pittsburgh's passion for sports and why he still can't buy his own beer in town ⚾ Favorite teammates, managers, memorabilia, and baseball memories ⚾ The story behind "The Rubberband Man" becoming synonymous with his career ⚾ His thoughts on modern baseball, Paul Skenes, and the ABS challenge system Filled with baseball history, incredible characters, and stories that only Kent Tekulve can tell, this is a must-listen episode for Pirates fans, baseball historians, and anyone who loves the game's golden era.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.