In Kansas City 1937 Boss Tom Pendergast run everything from electing politicians to speakeasies and gambling joints. Eighteen year old Frankie Cardello has a live fastball and a wicked curve but he can’t control either one. He meets Eli Vance former catcher of the great Satchel Paige. The two form an unlikely relationship and a bond that can elevate both of their lives. Don’t miss this historical fiction drama. Hosted by Brandon Nash.
Elijah is confronted by the man he succeeded on the council. The FBI sets up a crime lab in secret.
24 Sept 2026
The Dinner at the Diner
Leah and Emily arranged a double date with the intention to have their boyfriends meet. Frankie is encouraged to join a fraternity.
16 Sept 2026
50 Bucks part 2
With the Cardellos on the run Charlie Carrollo finds him self in a standoff with the FBI. They are locked down and surrounded.
9 Sept 2026
Fifty Bucks
The FBI comes to the Cardello residence looking for Tony.
2 Sept 2026
Delivering the Goods
Elijah Vance puts the finishing touches on the voter registration drive in 18th and Vine district.
26 Aug 2026
Feeling the Heat
Frankie and Leah head to College for the year. Tony is paid an unexpected visit.
19 Aug 2026
The Kansas City Massacre
Satchel Paige is pressured by Elijah to appear at the big party. The Associate Director of the FBI is sent to town by J. Edgar Hoover.
12 Aug 2026
The Reality Check
Frankie pitches a practice game against the Kansas City Monarchs in a live scrimmage.
5 Aug 2026
Making Choices
As the Ban Johnson season winds down Frankie is faced with a choice between division one college baseball or class D professional baseball.
29 Jul 2026
The Lady Scout
The University of Missouri’s legendary coach Johnny “Hi” Simmons makes the trip to Kansas City to see Frankie Cardello. Coach Simmons runs into “The Lady Scout” at the game.
22 Jul 2026
The Party
Elijah Vance struggles to recruit black voters. He meets Henry Perry and teams up to put on the biggest party in Kansas City history.
15 Jul 2026
A College Girl
Frankie meets a girl while working at Milgram’s grocery store. Frankie gets his first start for the Mustangs.
9 Jul 2026
The Poker Game
Elijah is summoned by the Boss. Frankie joins the Milgram’s Mustangs.
8 Jul 2026
The Rematch
Tony is in the dog house with Maria. Frankie becomes the ace of Manual High School.
1 Jul 2026
The Secret Meeting
Elijah and Frankie meet with Satchel Paige to teach Frankie how to be a pitcher. Elijah meets a fan.
27 Jun 2026
The Crossroads
Tony is faced with a moral dilemma and Elijah seeks the help of an old friend.
24 Jun 2026
The Mentors Gaze
Frankie continues to work hard but can’t master control. He meets a Negro Leagues legend.
22 Jun 2026
New Season
Frankie Cardello is the son of Italian immigrants set in Kansas City in 1937. Times are hard for everyone and the Cardello family is no different.
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