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From the Dugout to Deliverance

A powerful testimony of how God uses baseball to open hearts, heal brokenness, and lead lives back to Him—on and off the field.

The Bernie Carbo Story: From the 1965 Draft to Diamond Club Ministry

This in-depth biography traces Bernie Carbo's remarkable journey from a turbulent childhood in Detroit and a promising but troubled MLB career to the faith-driven redemption that led him to found the Diamond Club Ministry.

Step Back onto the Diamond — Choose Your 2026 Bernie Carbo Baseball Camp

Bernie Carbo's Diamond Club Christian Baseball Fantasy Camp is back in 2026 with two weekends of faith, fellowship, and baseball — choose the Summer Camp in Alabama, the Fall Camp in North Carolina, or sign up for both.

Bernie Carbo's Testimony, Part 2: Walking in Faith After the Wilderness

In Part 2 of this powerful Good News Program interview, Bernie Carbo picks up where he left off — sharing how his faith in Jesus Christ rebuilt his broken family, broke generational cycles of addiction, and fueled his passion for sharing the gospel through Diamond Club Ministries.

From Detroit to Diamond Club: Bernie Carbo's Full Testimony on The Good News Program

In Part 1 of this deeply personal interview on The Good News Program, Bernie Carbo shares his journey from a faithless childhood in Detroit and a baseball career consumed by drugs and alcohol — including his iconic 1975 World Series home run — to the moment a stranger in a hospital bed introduced him to Jesus Christ and changed his life forever.

Even Sparky Had Bernie's Back: A Funny Moment from the Field

n one of baseball's more unusual moments, Cincinnati Reds manager Sparky Anderson finds himself arguing a call on behalf of Red Sox outfielder Bernie Carbo, only to immediately shout at Carbo to back away from the umpire before things go too far.

We're Tied Up: The Moment Bernie Carbo Shocked the World

This short but unforgettable clip captures the raw excitement of Bernie Carbo's game-tying pinch-hit home run in Game 6 of the 1975 World Series — the swing that brought Fenway Park roaring back to life and cemented Carbo's place in baseball history.

Summer 2009: Diamond Club Ministries Hits the Road in New England

This photo montage captures the Diamond Club Ministries' Summer 2009 tour through Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire — a snapshot of Bernie Carbo's mission to share the love of Jesus Christ through baseball across the New England region.

Bernie Carbo's Heads-Up Catch in the 1975 World Series

In this classic broadcast moment from Game 6 of the 1975 World Series, Bernie Carbo settles under a tricky pop fly down the left field line — nearly overrun and surrounded by reaching fans — to make a one-handed catch and retire the side in extra innings.

Bernie Carbo Teams Up with Casey Chevrolet

1975 World Series hero Bernie Carbo lends his legendary name to Casey Chevrolet in this classic ad, inviting Red Sox fans to experience the same winning teamwork on the car lot that he brought to Fenway Park.

Bernie Carbo in Maine: Faith, Baseball, and the Swing That Changed Everything

Bernie Carbo opens up about hitting his legendary 1975 World Series home run while lost in drugs and alcohol, how God brought him back from the grave to share the gospel, and his deep love for the people of Maine where he has been ministering for 19 years.

Saving Bernie Carbo: The Book, The Story, The Ministry

Former Red Sox outfielder Bernie Carbo stops in Portland to sign copies of his new book Saving Bernie Carbo — a compelling read that weaves together his legendary 1975 World Series home run, behind-the-scenes stories about teammates like Yastrzemski, Jim Rice, and Dwight Evans, and the faith-driven journey that rescued him from drug and alcohol addiction.

Bernie Carbo: Back at the Ballpark and Sharing the Greatest Story Ever Told

1975 Red Sox star Bernie Carbo talks about returning to small ballparks, connecting with fans and college players, and how his love for baseball and the Boston Red Sox community gives him a platform to share his faith in Jesus Christ.

From a $20 Cheeseburger to Christ: Bernie Carbo on Faith and Purpose

Bernie Carbo shares heartfelt stories about Red Sox owner Tom Yawkey's generosity, reflects on how his legendary 1975 World Series home run opened the door to 14 years of ministry across New England, and closes with a sincere call for viewers to know Jesus Christ as their Savior.

The Greatest Game Ever Played: Game 6 of the 1975 World Series

Watch the full broadcast of Game 6 of the 1975 World Series between the Cincinnati Reds and the Boston Red Sox — a 12-inning classic featuring Bernie Carbo's game-tying three-run pinch homer, Dwight Evans' game-saving catch in the 11th, and Carlton Fisk's unforgettable walk-off home run that many consider the greatest game ever played in baseball history.

Bernie Carbo on the 1975 Red Sox: A Team Like No Othere

Bernie Carbo looks back on the unmatched talent of the 1975 Red Sox — including the legendary rookie duo of Fred Lynn and Jim Rice — and shares a humorous moment from writing his book, Saving Bernie Carbo.

From Addiction and Heartbreak to Faith: Bernie Carbo's Road to Healing

Bernie Carbo shares the deeply personal story behind his baseball fame — a childhood starved of his father's approval, a career consumed by drugs and alcohol, and the life-changing moment in a hospital room that brought him to faith in Jesus Christ and ultimately led him to Diamond Club Ministries.

Carbo's Clutch Homer Sets the Stage for Fisk's Famous Walk-Off

This classic broadcast captures Bernie Carbo's stunning pinch-hit, three-run home run that tied Game 6 of the 1975 World Series in the eighth inning, igniting Fenway Park and paving the way for Carlton Fisk's iconic walk-off home run in the 12th — a moment Pete Rose called the greatest game in baseball history.

Ted Williams, Sparky Anderson, and the Lessons That Shaped Bernie Carbo

Bernie Carbo recounts the unforgettable moment Ted Williams approached him in spring training to correct his hitting approach, reflects on Sparky Anderson's demanding early coaching, and shares his unique perspective as a player on both sides of the greatest World Series ever played.

The Swing That Tied It All: Bernie Carbo's Iconic 1975 World Series Home Run

Watch the original broadcast of Bernie Carbo's legendary pinch-hit, three-run home run in the eighth inning of Game 6 of the 1975 World Series — the clutch swing that tied the game and set the stage for one of the greatest moments in baseball history.

Bernie Carbo Remembers the 1970 World Series and Brooks Robinson

In this WNST interview, Bernie Carbo shares warm memories of the 1970 World Series — including a disputed out at home plate that may have cost the Reds Game 1 — while celebrating Brooks Robinson's legacy as one of baseball's greatest and most humble players.

From the World Series to Rock Bottom: Bernie Carbo's Story of Redemption

In this ESPN Outside the Lines feature, Bernie Carbo candidly recounts how drug and alcohol addiction defined his 12-year MLB career, the personal rock bottom that nearly cost him his life, and the faith-driven redemption that transformed him into a husband, guardian, and advocate for youth.

Hit Like a Pro: Bernie Carbo's Fundamentals for Young Hitters

Bernie Carbo, former MLB player and hitting instructor, breaks down the fundamental mechanics of hitting — from proper bat grip and pitch recognition to stance and plate discipline — while encouraging parents to support their young players with patience and practice over pressure.

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