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Dan Lovallo

Dan Lovallo talks about the latest baseball news, interviews guests and replays long ago interviews from his extensive archives. read less
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Fred McGriff interview; 40 years ago | Ep. 87
24-01-2023
Fred McGriff interview; 40 years ago | Ep. 87
Fred McGriff will be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame in July of this year.  He was elected last December by the Contemporary Era Committee.  McGriff played 19 seasons in the major leagues with the Blue Jays, Padres, Braves, Devil Rays, Cubs and Dodgers, but I got to know him in 1983, when he was a teenager. The New York Yankees included McGriff in a multi-player deal with the Blue Jays and 40 years ago, when I was broadcasting for the Single-A Kinston Blue Jays in the Carolina League, McGriff was our first baseman. In my vast collection of tape cassette interviews, which I am trying to digitize, I came across an interview I did with McGriff.  We covered numerous topics, from his family, to his being the only member of his family and one of the few in his neighborhood to play baseball, to his facing Dwight Gooden in amateur baseball and much, much more. I hope you enjoy the intervew.

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Fred McGriff interview; 40 years ago | Ep. 87
24-01-2023
Fred McGriff interview; 40 years ago | Ep. 87
Fred McGriff will be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame in July of this year.  He was elected last December by the Contemporary Era Committee.  McGriff played 19 seasons in the major leagues with the Blue Jays, Padres, Braves, Devil Rays, Cubs and Dodgers, but I got to know him in 1983, when he was a teenager. The New York Yankees included McGriff in a multi-player deal with the Blue Jays and 40 years ago, when I was broadcasting for the Single-A Kinston Blue Jays in the Carolina League, McGriff was our first baseman. In my vast collection of tape cassette interviews, which I am trying to digitize, I came across an interview I did with McGriff.  We covered numerous topics, from his family, to his being the only member of his family and one of the few in his neighborhood to play baseball, to his facing Dwight Gooden in amateur baseball and much, much more. I hope you enjoy the intervew.
Red Sox did not make the wrong move | Ep. 86
09-12-2022
Red Sox did not make the wrong move | Ep. 86
The Boston Red Sox did not make the wrong move in letting free agent shortstop Xander Bogaerts go.  I detail my reasons in this latest episode.  Meanwhile, the baseball winter meetings were fascinating, as some clubs threw money around like it was candy. In this episode, I also talk about Judge and the Yankees, the Mets, San Diego, expansion and much more.
Where will big name free agents end up? | Ep. 85
15-11-2022
Where will big name free agents end up? | Ep. 85
It is awards week for Major League Baseball, with post season awards being handed out across the board.  Meanwhile, the focus is on free agents and where they will end up.  With the sport's labor dispute in the rear view mirror, expect a more active winter on the free agent front with numerous big names on the market.  MLB.com polled 50 of its reporters on where they believe the high profile ball players will end up and I also weigh in, including where the biggest name of them all, Aaron Judge will land.
Don Larsen need not move over | Ep. 84
03-11-2022
Don Larsen need not move over | Ep. 84
Four Houston Astros pitchers combined to throw the second no-hitter in World Series history, as the Astros blanked the Philadelphia Phillies, 5-0 in Game 4 of the World Series. As I point out in this episode, Don Larsen, the only pitcher to throw a perfect game in the World Series, need not move over despite the historic accomplishment by the Astros pitching staff.
So what if the World Series is played in November | Ep. 83
31-10-2022
So what if the World Series is played in November | Ep. 83
Game 3 of the 2022 World Series is tonight, Halloween.  The series between the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies will extend into November.  That is a big deal for some people.  As I explain in this episode, however, so what if they are still playing baseball. I also weigh in on MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred's latest comments on the future of the Athletics' franchise in Oakland and why there is an urgency to resolve that issue.
Astros must win World Series to validate dominance | Ep. 82
24-10-2022
Astros must win World Series to validate dominance | Ep. 82
The Houston Astros are on quite a roll, having won four American League pennants in the last six seasons and going to the ALCS six straight years. Their dominance of the New York Yankees not withstanding, however, I make the case that in order for the Astros to be considered for the Mt. Rushmore of great clubs, they must win this World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Yankees pride is not the issue | Ep. 81
23-10-2022
Yankees pride is not the issue | Ep. 81
As the New York Yankees fall behind, 3-0, to the Houston Astros in the best-of-seven ALCS, I am hearing a lot of conversation from so-called "opinion makers" that the Yankees pride is at stake.  In this episode, I explain why that mindset is a lot of malarky. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies continue to amaze in the NLCS with a commanding, 3-1 lead over the San Diego Padres.  I talk about that series as well. Enjoy the podcast.
Phillies in control, while Yankees are not | Ep. 80
22-10-2022
Phillies in control, while Yankees are not | Ep. 80
The Philadelphia Phillies are in control, after winning Game 3 of the NLCS on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead over the San Diego Padres in the best-of-seven series.  I detail the game, including the controversial third strike call in the ninth inning on San Diego's Jurickson Profar. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees are playing for their playoff lives against the Houston Astros as the scene shifts to Yankee Stadium for Game 3 of ALCS.  I talk about that and the consequences surrounding this battle between two archrivals. I also discuss why the officiating needs to be scrutinized now that betting is part of the equation in sporting events.
Who's your Daddy? And Phils-Pods in pivotal game | Ep. 79
21-10-2022
Who's your Daddy? And Phils-Pods in pivotal game | Ep. 79
Who's your Daddy?  The New York Yankees know.  And the Philadelphia Phillies battle the San Diego Padres tonight in a pivotal Game 3 in the NLCS. I detail it all, plus an astounding story about the Houston Astros front office, in the latest episode of Baseball Discourse.
Yankees whiff in Game One; Padres bounce back | Ep. 78
20-10-2022
Yankees whiff in Game One; Padres bounce back | Ep. 78
The New York Yankees find themselves in a hole, after striking out 17 times in losing to the Houston Astros, 4-2, in Game One of the ALCS on Wednesdsay night.  In this episode, I detail why the Astros continue to be the Yankees' nemesis.   I also delve into the NLCS between the San Diego Padres and the Philadelphia Phillies and why you can make the case the Padres' win on Wednesday was a statement game, without setting the Phillies back on their heels.
Phillies make statement; Astros have edge vs. Yanks | Ep. 77
19-10-2022
Phillies make statement; Astros have edge vs. Yanks | Ep. 77
The Philadelphia Phillies delivered a major statement in Game One of the NLCS on Tuesday night.  I explain why in this latest episode of Baseball Discourse.  Meanwhile, while the New York Yankees took care of business against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday, they are now confronted with an overwhelming favorite in the archrival Astros.  I also detail why the Yankees-Astros rivalry is more intense than the Yankees-Red Sox.
Yankees edge overrated? Phils-Padres have appeal | Ep. 76
18-10-2022
Yankees edge overrated? Phils-Padres have appeal | Ep. 76
With Monday night's rainout of the deciding game of the ALDS, some pundits are saying the edge for Game 5 goes to the New York Yankees, but in my latest episode, I explain why the so called advantage could be overrated as the Cleveland Guardians will battle right to the end. The National League Championship series will also be fun, even though the clubs involved may not have nationwide "appeal."  I dispute that notion, explaining why the Philadelphia Phillies vs. San Diego Padres will be riveting for baseball fans everywhere.  I also predict which club will win.
Yankee era poised to end; are Boone and Roberts in trouble? | Ep. 75
16-10-2022
Yankee era poised to end; are Boone and Roberts in trouble? | Ep. 75
Saturday brought about amazing playoff baseball once again, while raising numerous questions in the process. In this latest episode, I discuss why we may be witnessing the end of an era for the New York Yankees, while baseball's newest playoff system could come under scrutiny and why if you are a Red Sox, Mets or Yankees fan, you cannot feel good about the success of the Philadelphia Phillies. All that and more in this latest edition.
Braves, Mariners, Dodgers face elimination | Ep. 74
15-10-2022
Braves, Mariners, Dodgers face elimination | Ep. 74
Three clubs face elimination in the MLB. playoffs today, the Atlanta Braves, Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers.  The Cleveland Guardians, meanwhile, are playing with house money.  In this latest episode of Baseball Discourse, I break it all down, as the divisional series in both the American and National Leagues continue.
Aaron Judge or Yordan Alvarez? | Ep. 73
14-10-2022
Aaron Judge or Yordan Alvarez? | Ep. 73
Who is the best player in the clutch, Aaron Judge or Yordan Alvarez?  In this episode, I offer my viewpoint and preview the upcoming divisional series games in the American and National Leagues for Friday, Oct. 14, 2022.
Huge wins for Braves and Padres | Ep. 72
13-10-2022
Huge wins for Braves and Padres | Ep. 72
Huge wins for the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres in the NLDS on Wednesday.  What does this all mean as the playoffs proceed?  I break it down in this latest episode of Baseball Discourse.  I also look ahead to today's ALDS games between the Astros and Mariners and Yankees and Guardians.
Don't count out the Mariners; and remembering Mantle Series HR | Ep. 71
12-10-2022
Don't count out the Mariners; and remembering Mantle Series HR | Ep. 71
Do not count out the Seattle Mariners yet, despite their heartbreaking defeat to the Houston Astros on Tuesday in Game One of the ALDS.  In this episode, I explain why it's too early to discount this talented Seattle ballclub. I also review the other games on the first day of the divisional series and recall the dramatic home run hit by Mickey Mantle in the third game of the 1964 World Series.  It was 58 years ago on Oct. 10, 1964, that Mantle set a record with his blast.  I also explain why the Mariners can draw some inspiration from the Mantle home run.
Padres are better club, as Mets book tee times | Ep. 70
10-10-2022
Padres are better club, as Mets book tee times | Ep. 70
The San Diego Padres proved they were the better baseball club, as they dismantled the New York Mets in the deciding game of the NL wild card playoff round on Sunday night. In my latest podcast, I breakdown what the Padres did right and what went wrong with a New York Mets club, whose season of hope fizzled faster than a 4th of July firecracker.  In the end, the Mets year could only be  termed a colossal collapse.
Mets-Padres in showdown, as playoffs are wild | Ep. 69
09-10-2022
Mets-Padres in showdown, as playoffs are wild | Ep. 69
The New York Mets and San Diego Padres square off tonight in the deciding game of their wild card playoff series at Citi Field.  It is the culimination of what has been a wild weekend of baseball. Saturday's games were riveting, except for the Mets-Padres.  In this episode, I recap the games played and how exciting they were.
Showalter's biggest game | Ep. 68
08-10-2022
Showalter's biggest game | Ep. 68
New York Mets manager Buck Showalter is about to face his biggest game in his long, managerial career.  The Mets, a feel good story for most of the 2022 baseball season, are suddenly one loss away from a long, cold winter. In this podcast, I explain why Showalter's managerial tenure is facing scrutiny, but that it is not the end of the road for the Mets just yet.  I also review the other three wild card playoff games from Friday and why the Seattle Mariners could be the sleepers in this baseball post season.  It is a reason, by the way, the New York Yankees should be very concerned.