Reggie Jackson: podcast appearances and interviews

Reginald Martinez Jackson, born on May 18, 1946, is an American former professional baseball right fielder who played 21 seasons in Major League Baseball. His career included tenures with the Kansas City / Oakland Athletics, Baltimore Orioles, New York Yankees, and California Angels. Jackson was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1993 during his first year of eligibility. Known for his clutch postseason hitting, he earned the nickname Mr. October for his performances in critical moments with the Athletics and the Yankees. During his career, Jackson contributed significantly to team successes, helping Oakland secure five consecutive American League West divisional titles, three straight American League pennants, and three World Series titles from 1972 to 1974. He also played a pivotal role in New York winning four AL East titles, three American League pennants, and back-to-back World Series championships in 1977 and 1978. Jackson's accomplishments include hitting 563 career home runs, being a 14-time American League All-Star, and winning two Silver Slugger Awards. He was named AL Most Valuable Player in 1973, received two World Series MVP Awards, and the Babe Ruth Award in 1977. Jackson holds the record for most career strikeouts by a batter. His jersey numbers were retired by both the Yankees and Athletics, and he contributed to Houston's 2022 World Series victory as a special advisor. Over his career, Jackson led his teams to first place eleven times and experienced only two losing seasons.