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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/1s8F8hSUDMM8j3EmQ...

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The Dallas Morning News

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Rangers can’t hit, Mavs punch back and our very own NFL mock draft 25.04.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [15:42] do their own three-round mock draft, and Evan, initially the reluctant drafter, goes all in with a trade netting three third-rounders. David tells us if our picks are on the Cowboys’ radar (Hint: Yes). Kevin simultaneously makes his picks and criticizes them. [2:07] Evan breaks down the Rangers’ hitting problems now that Bruc...

Rangers’ bullpen, tone-deaf Cowboys, Mavs’ potential and Scottie’s beer run 17.04.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the big events in Dallas this spring. [5:45] Evan tells us what to expect of Jack Leiter in his start Thursday as well as whether Jose Leclerc’s problems are mechanical or mental. [28:45] David says he’s never seen Jerry Jones so tone-deaf regarding fans’ disappointment in the Cowboys. [50:24] Kevin says anything less than a...

Josh Jung’s luck, a pile of potpourri and no Zeke for you 03.04.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:06] another debilitating injury for Rangers third baseman Josh Jung, who’s probably out for two months, and the repercussions for the lineup. Evan also tells us about the future of Jose Leclerc at closer and the uptick on the bases otherwise. David discusses [17:09] the possibility of a reunion with Zeke Elliott (Hint: not...

Wyatt Langford, a new Rangers pitcher, NCAA brackets and potpourri! 22.03.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss [6:13] Wyatt Langford’s impact on the Rangers’ thinking this spring. They’ll slug even more than they did last year, which might make up for not signing Jordan Montgomery. They also analyze exactly what role new signee Michael Lorenzen will fill this season. [35:45] Kevin and Evan predict Caitlin Clark will win the NCAAs on the women’s si...

Cowboys and Rangers free agents, plus what Jason Kidd has to do to keep his job 13.03.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:02] the free agent market with the Cowboys as well as the Rangers. Kevin says if the Cowboys end up replacing two offensive linemen, the OL will be the biggest point of concern on the team this fall. [25:40] Evan tells us about his conversation with Scott Boras and his appeal to Ray Davis to pay for a starting pitcher like...

Rangers legacies, Cowboys’ draft and Mavs’ future 06.03.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the topics of the day, [7:20] starting with a question of whether the Rangers screwed up by trading Cole Ragans, now projected as one of the game’s best starters, for Aroldis Chapman. Does a World Series title mitigate that? Do the Rangers learn a lesson as a result? [31:40] David tells us that it looks like Tyron Smith will...

Rangers’ systemic pitching woes, Jordan Montgomery and college court-storming 28.02.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss [4:26] what Rangers pitchers are working on these days and why the club has had so much trouble developing pitchers. Evan says it’s up to Ray Davis to pay up for Jordan Montgomery, because the rest of the club is all in. Could the Cubs’ signing of another Scott Boras client, Cody Bellinger, signal a possibility for the Rangers and Montgom...

Rangers pitchers, Cowboys free agents and an NBA All-Star fiasco 21.02.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:57] the Rangers’ mild winter, which leaves them short on pitching as spring training ramps up. Kevin makes a case for a trade. [22:32] The guys analyze the responsibilities of an organization to build upon a world title. David predicts the futures of Tony Pollard and Tyron Smith, and he and Kevin banter on the merits of fr...

Super Bowl buzz, paying Adolis Garcia and the Mavs' new boss 14.02.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [5:04] the Super Bowl and what makes it the world’s biggest TV phenomenon. Is it halftime? Taylor Swift? The commercials? Football? David promises never to pick against Patrick Mahomes again. Also swears that, Rex Ryan’s protests aside, Mike Zimmer really is the Cowboys’ new defensive coordinator. [28:19] Evan welcomes pitche...

Super Bowl picks, Cowboys coordinators, Rangers OF, Mavs deadline and World Cup 08.02.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:09] a busy sports schedule, starting with the Chiefs and 49ers in the Super Bowl. The edge goes to ... tune in to find out! David analyzes [9:30] the Cowboys’ candidates at defensive coordinator and why it became clear Joe Whitt Jr. didn’t have a chance. [21:15] Evan parses the Rangers’ crowded outfield, Kevin laments [49:...

Lamar-Dak playoff woes, Cowboys-Eagles plans and a big week for Luka 30.01.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant discuss [6:03] the NFL conference title games and another bad playoff exit by Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson. David compares his playoff record with Dak Prescott’s and says until that changes, neither quarterback will come close to the tier Patrick Mahomes has achieved. Even though both the Cowboys and Eagles flopped, the Eagles fired bot...

Same ol' Cowboys, HOF Rangers and Luka's triple-double identity 24.01.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [00:40] Jerry Jones’ decision to stay with Mike McCarthy and his staff while the Eagles fired both coordinators. David says it reflects Jerry’s desire, at 81, to keep a coach who’s cultivated a productive relationship with his quarterback, Dak Prescott. [28:40] Evan tells us why Adrian Beltre should reap one of the best appro...

Cowboys’ epic collapse and future, plus Beltre’s HOF case 17.01.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [3:06] the most embarrassing playoff exit in Cowboys history and the ramifications for both Mike McCarthy and Dak Prescott. David gives his odds on McCarthy’s return while noting that Jerry Jones has to make a decision on Dak, too. Evan and Kevin give their top candidates if Jerry decides to move on from McCarthy. [41:20] Eva...

Cowboys-Packers preview, Rangers hot stove and what’s Mark Cuban doing? 10.01.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [4:05] Dak Prescott’s first playoff game against the Packers, what he learned and how that translates to the first round of the playoffs. [19:50] Evan analyzes the impact a ruling on the Rangers’ TV deal could have on re-signing Jordan Montgomery. [37:46] Kevin wraps up the College Football Playoff and the message Michigan se...

Rising Cowboys, bad officiating and Longhorns, oh, so close 03.01.2024

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [7:40] the Cowboys’ controversial win over the Lions, which, coupled with another Eagles loss, gave them control of the division and a potential path to home playoff games. The Cowboys’ one caveat: lack of a running game. David says the too-cute attempt by the Lions to disguise an eligible receiver didn’t obscure the fact tha...

The top sports stories of 2023, including Texas football, Mark Cuban and Rangers 29.12.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss their top 10 sports stories for 2023 in this special holiday episode. Where do these storylines rank — Texas’ run to the CFP, Mark Cuban selling a majority ownership of the Mavericks and the Rangers winning the World Series? And what about the Cowboys? [0:40] Kevin kicks it off by detailing his Nos. 10-6 stories and [9:32] Evan offers his...

Measuring Cowboys’ ceiling, Rangers’ pitching and what’s on TV 20.12.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [4:10] the Cowboys’ brutal loss in Buffalo and what it says about their chances in the postseason. Kevin says their admitted poor reaction to personal fouls suggests a lack of mental toughness. David says there’s nothing to suggest they will be better on the road from here on out, because all four losses have come on the road...

Cowboys rising, Eagles falling, Rangers steady and the poor ol’ CFP 13.12.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:40] the Cowboys’ rout of the Eagles and what’s different about this team from years past. Kevin says there are more playmakers everywhere, not just on offense. David explains why you shouldn’t assume either team wins out from here. [20:20] Evan tells us why the Rangers won’t spend until the trade deadline, if then, and [40...

Cowboys recruit Shaq, the Rangers’ winter, Aggies finally hire a football coach 29.11.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the Cowboys’ pursuit of Shaq Leonard [6:15], the former Colts linebacker, and Jerry Jones’ desire to keep him out of the hands of the Eagles. David analyzes DaRon Bland’s record-breaking season and his chances, alongside Micah Parsons, at Defensive Player of the Year. [25:30] Evan gives us the latest on the upcoming Winter Me...

Jimmy's in, Cowboys are up and Beltre's a lock, but who's next at A&M? 21.11.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore briefly discuss [00:43] the Cowboys' win over the Panthers, including DaRon Bland's record-tying fourth pick-six. But they spend most of their time on the news of the day: Jerry Jones putting Jimmy Johnson in the Ring of Honor. They explain why it took so long and why Jerry's doing it now. [25:03] Evan lays out the case for Adrian Be...

Cowboys’ wins, Rangers’ roster and Jimbo’s $76 million severance 14.11.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [00:52] the Cowboys’ big win over the hapless, helpless, hopeless Giants. Is Dak Prescott really an MVP candidate? Will the debate change when he wins a close game against a good team? Or does he have to win it all? David provides an update on Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch’s season and perhaps career. [25:11] Evan o...

Cowboys can’t close, but Rangers can and maybe Mavs, too 08.11.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [1:43] the Cowboys’ inability to pull out a winnable game on the road in Philadelphia. Kevin and David [25:30] take a look at Dak Prescott’s culpability. The guys marvel over the Rangers’ ability to turn their regular-season weaknesses — bullpen and road issues — into strengths in the playoffs. Kevin says the difference betwe...

Rangers need two wins this week; Cowboys, just one big one 31.10.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant [7:40] discuss the Rangers’ Game 3 win over Arizona in the desert, giving them a 2-1 lead in the World Series. They analyze possible pitching matchups. How will Bruce Bochy deploy Jon Gray, suddenly their most important pitcher? Also, will Max Scherzer and Adolis Garcia be available for the rest of the series? If not, who replaces th...

Rangers back in the World Series, and Cowboys, Mavs and Stars back to work 25.10.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant [00:55] discuss the Rangers’ third trip to the World Series and the impact on the sports market. Evan outlines potential pitching matchups and analyzes whether Jordan Montgomery and Nathan Eovaldi will be enough to win another seven-game series. [31:11] Kevin says Houston’s a baseball town now, but the Cowboys will keep that from hap...

Rangers two wins from World Series and Cowboys back from the dead 17.10.2023

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant [3:41] discuss a big weekend for Dallas sports fans, starting with the Rangers’ 2-0 lead over the Astros in the ALCS. Evan goes over all the numbers demonstrating the difficult road ahead for Houston, while Kevin says the key from here on out is if the Rangers’ bullpen can at least hold serve with the Astros’. [30:38] David notes the...

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