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Reading Baseball: Is Pope Francis A Baseball Fan?

Pope Francis' recent trip to the United States captured the hearts and minds of many Americans.

In this edition of Reading Baseball, Pete Peterson lays out the case why he thinks the avid soccer fan from South America may also enjoy our national pastime.

Reading Baseball is a series of essays and commentaries by Richard "Pete" Peterson, the author of Pops: The Willie Stargell Story and Growing Up With Clemente.

 

As a news producer and news anchor on All Things Considered, Brad provides the listeners with a recap of the day's top local and state news as well as breaking news at any given time. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org
Richard "Pete" Peterson is the creative force behind WSIU Radio's Reading Baseball Series. Pete's original essays and commentaries are a regular staple for any fan of the game.
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