On May 2, 1981, the educational sports series The Baseball Bunch premiered in syndication. Hosted by Hall of Fame catcher Johnny Bench and featuring Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda as “The Dugout Wizard,” the show was designed to teach kids the fundamentals of baseball in a fun and engaging way.
The series also featured the beloved San Diego Chicken, who added humor and energy to each episode. The Baseball Bunch ran for five seasons and became a favorite among young fans for combining real instruction with playful entertainment.
Fun fact: Many of the biggest baseball stars of the era appeared on the show, offering tips and lessons directly to the kids on camera.
The series also featured the beloved San Diego Chicken, who added humor and energy to each episode. The Baseball Bunch ran for five seasons and became a favorite among young fans for combining real instruction with playful entertainment.
Fun fact: Many of the biggest baseball stars of the era appeared on the show, offering tips and lessons directly to the kids on camera.
