SportsDay Insider show

SportsDay Insider

Summary: 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 Dallas Morning News" in your favorite podcast app and hit the “Subscribe” or “Follow” button. (Here are quick links to our feed on popular apps Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1s8F8hSUDMM8j3EmQpCpP3) , Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dallas-morning-news/id1379040585) , Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-roundup) and iHeartRadio (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/339-the-dallas-morning-news-46861104/) .) You’ll also get access to our daily news roundup, our biweekly discussion program, The Deep Side of Dallas, and our special audio reports. Find quick links and more instructions at http://dallasnews.com/listen.

Podcasts:

 Let's examine the Top 25 College Football poll | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1442

Ballzy hosts Evan Grant and Barry Horn chat with Chuck Carlton about his Top 25 poll in comparison to the AP's Top 25. The most overvalued and undervalued teams are discussed. Also, find out which Texas team has the best chance to make it to the college football championship. They also talk about the University of Oklahoma's brutal schedule for the upcoming season.

 Moose gives his takeaway on Dak Prescott, Tony Romo, and the Cowboys' upcoming season | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2074

Ballzy hosts Evan Grant and Barry Horn chat with Daryl "Moose" Johnston on his impressions of the most recent preseason game against Miami. He talks about Dak Prescott and other notable moments in the game. The three also reminiscence a bit about Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith. Moose also gives his NFC East predictions - and which team stands out as a favorite.

 Ian Desmond loses momentum, Holland & Lewis' return, Prince Fielder's goodbye | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2255

Ballzy hosts Evan Grant and Barry Horn talk about the current status of Texas Rangers outfielder Ian Desmond, who hasn't been the same hitter since the All Star Break. Also, the pair discuss how Nomar Mazarra has fallen off the medal stand for being the Rookie of the Year and when we can expect Derek Holland and Colby Lewis to return to the pitching staff. Barry and Evan also talk about Prince Fielder's emotional press conference. They also look at the upcoming games heading into September. Many teams are under .500 and could help the Rangers clinch that playoff spot. Finally, could Martin Perez be a solid #3 in the Postseason?

 After impressive preseason debut, could Dak Prescott be the Cowboys' back-up quarterback? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2390

Ballzy hosts Evan Grant and Barry Horn chat with Cowboys' Insider David Moore about the 1st preseason game against the LA Rams. Even though Dak Prescott had an impressive showing, the crew discusses how the Cowboys blew the lead. Besides Prescott, the hosts discuss other players that made a positive impression, and if there's anything really to get jazzed up for after this first game. Also discussed on the show, how many Tony Romo snaps will we see in exhibition season? The show ends with talk of Jerry Jones heading to the Hall of Fame.

 With 50 games left and one week after trade deadline, how are the Rangers holding up? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2185

Ballzy host Barry Horn chats with Evan Grant, reporting from Denver with the Rangers. How does the team look with 50 games left in the season? Also, could Seattle be a bigger threat than the Astros heading into the postseason? Barry and Evan share their feelings one week after the trade deadline. Both feel the team is in a good place, plus a home-field advantage put the Rangers in an even better spot. Finally, Barry asks the question: Is Jonathan Lucroy one of the best catchers in Rangers history?

 Cowboys' training camp update, including details on the new "17 inches" slogan | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2211

Ballzy host Barry Horn chats with Dallas Cowboys insider David Moore, reporting from Cowboys Training Camp in Oxnard, CA. Among the items of discussion: How Gavin Escobar looks, the backup QB situation, and the linebacker situation. Barry and David also talk about Jason Garrett's new "17 inches" slogan and what it means for the team. Also, David tosses out some players' names that have 'wowed' him, and of course, the player that has been the biggest disappointment. The latest updates on Dak Prescott and Jameill Showers are also discussed.

 Thoughts and predictions after the first few days of Cowboys' training camp | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2487

Ballzy host Evan Grant chats with Cowboys insider David Moore, who is covering training camp in Oxnard, CA. Moore gives his impressions after the first few days of press conferences and practices. After optimism given during the Cowboys' State of the Union, many reporters took a sharp turn and asked about suspensions, defense, and Tony Romo's health. Moore also gives his predictions on which two players will have the first skirmish of the season. The two briefly talk about Tony Romo's weight and domestic abuse allegations against Ezekiel Elliott. Finally, Moore talks about the Arm in Arm walk, which united the Cowboys and family members of the slain Dallas police officers.

 Rangers acquire high profile players right at the trade deadline | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1563

Ballzy host Evan Grant chats with Texas Rangers assistant general manager Thad Levine about the latest acquisitions after the trade deadline. The two discuss Carlos Beltran and Jonathan Lucroy, among others. Have the Rangers improved both offensively and defensively through the various trades? Grant and Levine also discuss reasons why the Rangers didn't go with any starting pitchers. Finally, how keeping Joey Gallo and Jurickson Profar will be beneficial to the team.

 Who might the Rangers be willing to deal as trade deadline gets closer | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2177

The Dallas Morning News Texas Rangers beat writer Evan Grant gives his thought on the Texas Rangers possible deals as the trade deadline gets closer. Should fans be worried about the latest losses.

 Will Rolando McClain be in training camp and what changes need to happen on defense | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2148

The Dallas Morning News Cowboys beat writer David Moore lets us know if he thinks Rolando McClain we be on the plane to training camp and what changes need to happen for the Cowboys defense.

 Will the Big XII expand or not expand | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1832

The Dallas Morning News sports writers talk with Chuck Cooperstein about the future of the Big XII conference.

 The Dallas Cowboys all-time position rankings | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2673

Ballzy hosts Kevin Sherrington and Barry Horn discuss the all-time Cowboys position rankings. Who's your number one quarterback?

 How will Kevin Durant leaving Oklahoma City affect the Mavs? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2428

Ballzy hosts Kevin Sherrington and Barry Horn talk to Chuck Cooperstein discuss everything Mavericks.

 What starting pitcher should the Rangers trade for? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2374

Ballzy hosts Kevin Sherrington, Barry Horn and Evan Grant discuss everything Rangers.

 Reactions to Andrew Bogut, Harrison Barnes joining the Mavericks | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2051

Ballzy hosts Kevin Sherrington and Barry Horn chat with Eddie Sefko on the latest Mavericks news, including thoughts on Warriors teammates Harrison Barnes and Andrew Bogut coming to Dallas. Will this help improve the team or will everything stay the same? The group also chats about Justin Anderson (who they believe needs more playing time), Wesley Matthews and Dirk Nowitzki. Finally, was the signing of Kevin Durant to the Golden State Warriors a surprise to the hosts?

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