Tim Kurkjian Dives Into Decades of Baseball Stories and Memories

Tim Kurkjian Dives Into Decades of Baseball Stories and Memories

On this episode of Dirt From the Dugout, Ravvy and Justin are joined by one of the greatest personalities in baseball, Tim Kurkjian! Kurkjian is an MLB analyst on Baseball Tonight and SportsCenter while also contributing to ESPN's website and magazine. On December 7, 2021, Kurkjian was named the recipient of the BBWAA Career Excellence Award for 2022, presented annually by the Baseball Writers' Association of America and officially awarded during induction ceremonies for the Baseball Hall of Fame. Hear Tim dive into his favorite memories working at ESPN with Ravvy, the greatest player he has ever seen live, and many stories from his prestigious career! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Shop the 2026 All-Star collection now at the new-look FoulTerritoryShop.com [http://FoulTerritoryShop.com]! Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgo... Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

David Ross Opens Up About the Most Memorable Moments of His Career

Ravvy and Justin are joined this episode by the great David Ross. Ross played college baseball for Auburn University and the University of Florida and participated in two College World Series. Ross had two World Series wins, one with the Boston Red Sox in 2013 and the Chicago Cubs in 2016. The Cubs named him their manager prior to the 2020 season. Hear Ross talk about his time in Chicago, Boston, the amazing connections he's made, and why baseball is so much special to him! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgo... Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Rajai Davis Breaks Down 2016 Home Run and His Preparation in the MLB

This week, Ravvy and Justin are joined by long time big leaguer, Rajai Davis. He played 14 seasons in Major League Baseball for the Pittsburgh Pirates, San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics, Toronto Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indians, Boston Red Sox, and New York Mets. He is most known for his game-tying home run against Aroldis Chapman in the eighth inning of Game 7 of the 2016 World Series, which at the time was the third-most consequential play in terms of Championship Win Probability Added.  Listen to Rajai break down his famous home run, how he prepared to be his best self, and some of his favorite memories growing up in Connecticut!  Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgo... Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Chris Burke Details College and Professional Baseball Comparisons

Ravvy and Justin are joined by former unanimous SEC Player of the Year and top Astros prospect, Chris Burke! Burke played baseball at the University of Tennessee, where he was named to three All-America teams. In 1999, Burke was selected as a Freshman 2nd team All-American at second base. In 2000, he was named to the All-Southeastern Conference team at second base. In 2001, Burke moved to shortstop and helped the Volunteers make an appearance in the College World Series by hitting .435 with 20 home runs and 49 stolen bases, being named to the CWS all-tournament team.  Chris talks youth baseball, covering college baseball, and his MLB career in this insightful episode. Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ [https://theparentdugout.com/]  Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382]  https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug [https://x.com/dirtfromthedug] https://www.instagram.com/dirtfromthedugout [https://www.instagram.com/dirtfromthedugout] https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569210154207 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569210154207]  https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtfromthedugout [https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtfromthedugout]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Jeff Nelson Shares the Impact of Winning Four World Series

Ravvy and Justin are joined this episode by All-Star Yankees Pitcher and MLB analyst Jeff Nelson. He had two stints with the New York Yankees, with whom he won four World Series championships. Nelson had three stints with the Seattle Mariners (1992–1995, 2001–2003 and again in 2005). He was named an All-Star in 2001. He is Seattle's all-time record holder for most games pitched (383).  Nellie shares what pitchers should focus on other than velocity, favorite memories from the '95 Mariners and four rings with the Yankees, and some of the intangibles that make today's All-Star pitchers so great. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ [https://theparentdugout.com/]  Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382]  https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.