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SportsDay Insider

The Dallas Morning News
Texas Rangers
Dallas Cowboys
Dallas Mavericks
Major League Baseball
Jerry Jones
Rangers
Dallas Stars
Micah Parsons
NFL
Luka Doncic
Texas A&M
Baseball
NFL Draft
SMU
College Football
Dallas Rangers
Dak Prescott
Jacob Degrom
Texas Longhorns
College Football Playoff

SportsDay Insider (formerly Ballzy) is hosted by Dallas Morning News sports writers Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore. Hear their expert analysis, hot takes and humor about the things you’d expect — Cowboys, Mavs, Rangers, Stars — and a few things you didn’t see coming, each Tuesday afternoon in The Dallas Morning News podcast feed. To listen and never miss an episode, search for "The ... more

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Latest Episodes

As the Rangers approach the final 10 games of the season, John and Evan sit down in the newly redesigned Sports Day studio to sort through the all-hands-on-deck approach to pitching the Rangers have lately employed and the impact of Josh Jung's retur... more

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Calvin Watkins discuss the Cowboys' opening-night flop against the Giants and whether it was just first-game jitters or a sign of bigger problems. Is Christian Parker's message getting through to t... more

With just over two weeks to go in the crawl for the playoffs, John and Evan break down the fluid situation in the Rangers' rotation as they try to manipulate things to maximize new-found ace Cal Quantrill's starts. Also, Evan makes the point: This te... more

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and Joe Hoyt analyze the impact of Tyler Smith's absence from the Cowboys' offensive line for a month or more. Joe notes that T.J. Bass is a serviceable backup at left guard, but it leaves a thin line ... more

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Recent Guests

Skip Schumaker
Rangers manager
Texas Rangers
Episode: SportsDay Rangers, Episode 54: Skip Schumaker | Playoff sprints | Septembers to remember
Andrew Heaney
Former Rangers starting pitcher, 12-year major leaguer
Texas Rangers
Episode: SportsDay Rangers, Episode 53: Andrew Heaney | Seager's back | Low-hitters
Ivan Rodriguez
National Baseball Hall of Famer, legendary catcher
Texas Rangers; Hall of Fame
Episode: SportsDay Rangers, Episode 52: Pudge Rodriguez | Dichotomous Rangers | '96 numbers
Bobby Witt
Former Major League pitcher, Rangers alumnus; father of Bobby Witt Jr.
Texas Rangers (former), MLB veteran
Episode: SportsDay Rangers, Episode 51: Bobby Witt | Hot & cold Rangers | Rangers "Moonlight Grahams"
Royce Clayton
Long-time Major League shortstop, former Ranger (1998 deadline acquisition)
Texas Rangers (former player)
Episode: SportsDay Rangers Episode 49: Royce Clayton, deadline talk and revisiting deadline deals
TR Sullivan
Longtime Rangers beat writer for 32 years; author of The Texas Rangers and Me
Star Telegram, mlb.com
Episode: SportsDay Rangers Episode 48: TR Sullivan, big Mariners series and Hall of Fame memories
Bengie Molina
Former MLB catcher, archival interview guest
Texas Rangers (2010 run), San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Angels
Episode: SportsDay Rangers Episode 47: Bengie Molina, Jacob Latz's All-Star performance, BZZR move
Chris Young
Rangers President of Baseball Operations
Texas Rangers
Episode: SportsDay Rangers, Episode 46: Chris Young, State of the Rangers
Bobby Valentine
Former Rangers manager; longtime MLB manager and executive
Former Texas Rangers Manager; Mets; Red Sox; Chiba Lota Marines (Japan)
Episode: SportsDay Rangers Episode 45: Bobby Valentine

Hosts

John Blake
Host of the show, introduces guests and guides discussions
Evan Grant
Co-host, provides analysis and questions
Kevin Sherrington
Host of SportsDay Insider

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Good show bad sound

    Recording volume is too low, and often fades in and out.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Starr gazer tc
    United States7 months ago
  • Sound

    Sound level is awful.

    One guy can barely be heard and the other guys are so loud it’s annoying

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    L C J 2000
    United Statesa year ago
  • Expert Sports banter with a side of laughs

    Kevin and Evan are fountains of wisdom on local sports. I love the camaraderie of these two. It makes my exercise go by quickly as I plug in and am thoroughly entertained and informed. The guests that are folded in add a nice dose of expertise but Sherrington and Grant are why I come back week after week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RunningJoe
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good show but….

    Love the show, but I can’t stand the back and forth banter for the first 5 or 6 minutes of the show. It’s so pointless and so boring, someone needs to tell these guys they aren’t funny. It’s so hard to listen to. Once you get past that part, it’s a good show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    8RelyTTyler8
    United States2 years ago
  • Tech Issues

    Can’t believe that a major news outlet is not paying for better tech for these guys. It’s really just Kevin. Dude sounds like he’s calling in from 1997. And they need to stop talking over each other so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JohnF in Dallas
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Longtime fans enjoy nostalgia and historical context alongside current sports analysis.
Commenters note strong insider insight and humor from hosts and guests.
Some reviews express frustration with banter or interruptions impacting listening flow.
Critiques often focus on sound quality and microphone balance more than content.
Listeners praise deep sports knowledge and banter, but audio balance issues frequently surface.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

SportsDay Rangers, Episode 54: Skip Schumaker | Playoff sprints | Septembers to remember
Q: Skip, your son Brody is now a freshman at TCU and you mentioned being all-in on every sport; how does that personal angle influence your perspective on handling a pro team and balancing family life with a high-pressure season?
Schumaker shares pride in his family and notes how supporting his kids across sports creates balance and perspective, reinforcing the idea that maintaining focus on fundamentals and a strong work ethic at work mirrors the dedication seen in his family life.
SportsDay Rangers, Episode 54: Skip Schumaker | Playoff sprints | Septembers to remember
Q: What have you learned about dealing with Evan Grant on a daily basis, and what has this year taught you about managing the clubhouse and preparing for the stress of a sprint to the finish?
Schumaker describes the dynamic of daily conversations and the importance of preparation, accountability, and trust between manager and media, emphasizing that consistent preparation and clear game plans are essential to avoid exposing weaknesses in high-leverage situations.
SportsDay Rangers, Episode 54: Skip Schumaker | Playoff sprints | Septembers to remember
Q: Skip, you and I have talked about this, I don't know, a hundred times this year. Offensive execution, what is your view of what you want an offense to do, not just for 2026 but in general, to be a high-functioning unit?
Schumaker explains that offense must be adaptable and execute small-ball fundamentals—advancing runners, bunts, steals, and combining that with the power when needed. He stresses health and depth across the lineup, and that the team must be able to generate offense through multiple methods, not rely on one approach.
SportsDay Rangers, Episode 52: Pudge Rodriguez | Dichotomous Rangers | '96 numbers
Q: Pudge, how did Johnny Oates influence you as a young catcher and shape your development in 1996?
Oates gave me the green light to be the catcher I wanted to be, allowed me to focus on defense and game-calling, and we built open, long conversations after games to learn and improve.
SportsDay Rangers, Episode 51: Bobby Witt | Hot & cold Rangers | Rangers "Moonlight Grahams"
Q: How does it feel to be part of the 1996 reunion and to see how that era affected Rangers fans and the game today?
It's special to reconnect, reflect on a magical season, and recognize how that team helped bring fans back to the ballpark and reignite the love for baseball in Arlington.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SportsDay Insider

What is SportsDay Insider about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show combines in-depth analysis of Texas sports with longtime local reporters who cover Cowboys, Mavs, and Rangers. Episodes routinely mix current team developments, trade talks, and front-office decisions with behind-the-scenes anecdotes from a veteran beat. A core strength is the mix of sharp, data-informed discussion and accessible humor, often anchored by interviews with former players, executives, and reporters who provide historical context to recent games and trades. Notable strengths include strong insider perspective on the Dallas sports scene and a willingness to tackle both contemporary headlines and longer-running team narratives. Potential listeners who enjoy candid conversations, local coverage, and expert takes on roster... more

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Recent guests on SportsDay Insider include:

1. Skip Schumaker
2. Andrew Heaney
3. Ivan Rodriguez
4. Bobby Witt
5. Royce Clayton
6. TR Sullivan
7. Bengie Molina
8. Chris Young

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