Bleav Host Robert Land celebrates Astros Closer & new Hall of Fame Inductee Billy Wagner finally entering Cooperstown with Astros Hall of Fame Voice Bill Brown and his colleague Greg Lucas. They look at Wagner's storybook life, the frustration of his long wait and their favorite career moments. Plus, you'll learn about Wagner's connection to the current Astros Dynasty & we remember another Astros Hall of Fame pitcher.
(1:00) Tribute to Astros HOF Don Sutton
(5:01) How did Brent Strom help Wagner?
(8:10) Bill Brown on Wagner finally getting into Cooperstown
(9:36) Wagner coming up through Astros minors
(11:07) How great was Wagner? And incredible path from childhood?
(13:16) What kind of person was Wagner?
(15:25) What if Wagner had the chance to play for current Astros?
(17:10) Bob Uecker Memories
(19:52) Was Wagner ahead of his time?
(20:42) Wagner's HOF Case?
(22:47) Wagner comeback after hit in the head during game
(24:07) Why was Wagner's life like a great movie?
(25:32) Was Wagner fearless?
(26:26) Wagner's leadership?
(27:24) Astros HOF induction
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