Show notes
Larry Schechter joins Jeff Erickson to discuss his new book, "The History of Fantasy Sports." (https://tinyurl.com/b63urwjx)---00:00 - The History of Fantasy Sports03:00 - 18 Months of Research04:20 - First Tabletop Games in 1800’s05:20 - Difference between fantasy & Strat-O-Matic / APBA08:00 - Paring Down to Make the Book09:30 - FSTA / FSGA13:00 - Founders of Rotisserie19:00 - Early Reviews22:30 - Early different formats25:00 - Variations of the game30:00 - Larry’s personal background - CDM31:45 - Transitioning to LABR/Tout34:30 - Mixed Leagues35:40 - Football dwarfs baseball37:30 - Role of the leagues / players’ associations39:00 - AL ToutWars this year42:30 - NFBC Main Events43:20 - Corbin Carroll ---Sorare Promotional CopyBuild a Collection. Chase Glory. Sign up for Sorare: MLB today and get 50% off up to $50 on your first Pro Cards.Play now! ---PrizePicksDownload PrizePicks today and use code ROTOPOD for a first deposit match up to $100! Sign up now! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that easy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesGet the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.