Joe Cronin: podcast appearances and interviews

Joseph Edward Cronin was an American professional baseball player, manager, and executive who was active in Major League Baseball from 1926 to 1947. He played as a shortstop, most notably with the Boston Red Sox, and also spent time with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Washington Senators. Over his 20-year playing career, Cronin was a seven-time All-Star and the first American League player to be selected as an All-Star with two different teams. He served as a player-manager for 13 seasons and then as a manager for two additional seasons. Cronin's career extended beyond his playing days; he spent over 48 years in baseball, culminating with 14 years as president of the American League. His contributions to the sport were recognized with his election to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1956.