Los Angeles Dodgers’ Stephen Nelson: Shohei Ohtani’s Injury, Freddie Freeman’s Slam & Happy Gilmore
Stephen Nelson steps into the spotlight, transitioning to radio for the Los Angeles Dodgers postseason games. With a background in college radio, he faces the challenge of painting vivid pictures for listeners. How does he capture the magic of Dodger Stadium and the thrill of Freddie Freeman’s walk-off grand slam in Game 1 of the World Series?
Nelson shares insights on broadcasting techniques, including the art of descriptive language and the strategic use of passive voice. He also reflects on seamlessly incorporating a Happy Gilmore reference during a broadcast, earning praise from Jeff. This episode offers a unique perspective on the evolving world of sports radio.
Tune in to discover how Stephen Nelson navigates the Dodgers’ postseason journey and brings the excitement of the game to life for fans everywhere.
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0:00 Intro
3:20 Radio Broadcasting Challenges
6:35 Family Baseball Moments
9:57 Shohei Ohtani’s Injury Update
12:37 Freddie Freeman’s Grand Slam
18:24 Comparing Iconic Baseball Moments
24:51 Dodger Stadium’s Unique Charm
29:41 Radio Broadcasting Responsibilities
35:27 World Series Game Timing
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9 comments
hey everyone Happy Monday
Im 47. Grew up at Dodgers Stadium and Vinny spoiled all of us. The only thing that annoys me about Joe Davis isnt being more pro dodgers. Not even close. Its how he pronounces words. Stephen is 90 times better. Joe doesnt say "The count is two and two". Joe says "the count is chu and chu" He does this weird thing with how he says words and Im a weirdo with Misophonia. Bro Stephen please take Joe's job. Hopefully Joe just goes to Fox for good. Stephen is far better. He talks normally. Listen carefully next time to Joe. He has this weird way of pronouncing some words.
Even my father in Palm Springs who was in radio for 50 years hears it it too.
Its kinda hard to take someone whos so young seriously. Im sure joe is a good guy. But he doesnt seem like a guy who ever played a real sport competitively. Rick Monday Don Drysdale. Poor Ross Porter had alcohol problems. Orel Hersheiser is great. Nomar is great. Dontrell is AMAZING. Dontrell any day over Joe. Dontrell is a real player. a Legend with real Experience. Joe is good for the pussy Padres. NOT The Dodgers
Joe Davis is fabulous. And with Orel Hersheisher as good as Vinny as far as I’m concerned.
Joe is great. I don’t understand the Hate. His call was awesome. Freddie meet Gibbi. I love it !!!!
Who else went to listen to Dons call after this.
Love all my dodgers announcers! Radio and TV!
Dodgers without Ohtani is like a hamburger without meat.