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Senior editor for The Athletic MLB • Covering sports with an eye toward the road less traveled

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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Sharing this Mike Krukow & Duane Kuiper story again for no reason whatsoever. Unlocked and free to read at @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/114...
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Susan Slusser @susanslusser.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
i spent time with Mike Krukow at his Reno home last week for a wide-ranging conversation about his career, his health and his broadcast partner: Mike Krukow opens up about life in and after baseball — and the first time he met Duane Kuiper www.sfchronicle.com/sports/giant...
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Mike Krukow opens up on life after baseball — and first meeting Duane Kuiper
After 37 years of calling Giants games, Mike Krukow shares everything from his first impression of Duane Kuiper to a moment in the booth Howard Stern wouldn’t let anyone forget.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
There’s a push to get overlooked pioneer Dummy Hoy into the Hall of Fame. His supporters include Albert Pujols, Marty Brennaman and an Oscar-winning actor. Unlocked and free to read at @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/761...
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Baseball's deaf pioneer gets a Hall of Fame push a century after changing game
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Stephen Nesbitt @stephenjnesbitt.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Roy Oswalt was on a bulldozer in central Mississippi when he found out about a viral "MVP Baseball 2005" challenge: throwing a perfect game with Roy Oswalt. 12 days. 1,993 attempts. This is the story of a Sisyphean pursuit of perfection. www.nytimes.com/athletic/752...
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Melissa Lockard @melissalockard.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Truly an end of an era for the A's since David Forst was really a continuation of the Billy Beane era. Dan Feinstein is, too, in some ways but no guarantee, I would think, that he continues as GM next year. Will be interesting to see who wants to take on leading that franchise.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
I loved this reader comment in response to my story about Roger Craig’s idyllic childhood. Apparently kindness runs in the family (probably with high knees) #49ers www.nytimes.com/athletic/749...
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Roger Craig goes into the Hall of Fame this weekend at long last. He will do so with a teammate for life. (This story is free to read 🎁) www.nytimes.com/athletic/749...
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
If you heard that sonic boom this morning, it was just me and @eric-branch.bsky.social boppin’ at the Lookin’ for a Cure 5K. Thanks, @acureinsight.bsky.social ⚡️
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Happy birthday to”A League of Their Own,” released on this date in 1992. Here’s a free gift 🎁 article about the time I went to the batting cages with Marla Hooch. What a hitter! What a storyteller! www.nytimes.com/athletic/338...
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‘A League of Their Own’ turns 30: Catching up with mighty Marla Hooch (Gift Article)
The film that showed the world that girls can play ball turns 30 this week. Megan Cavanagh on her time with Madonna, Tom Hanks and more.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Before he was a ferocious linebacker, Patrick Willis was the kind of kid who was terrified to raise his hand in class. He had a speech impediment. He struggled to read. And then …. www.nytimes.com/athletic/730...
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Patrick Willis shares journey from dirt road to Hall of Fame in new kids’ book (Gift Article)
Willis, who once struggled to read as a kid, has launched an autobiography in the form of a 36-page children's book.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Born on this date in 1912: Babe Dahlgren, the answer to a great trivia question. He was the man who took over as the Yankees first baseman when Lou Gehrig’s streak ended at 2,130 games. But, oh, Dahlgren was so much more. www.nytimes.com/athletic/646...
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'The original iPad': Lou Gehrig's replacement helped launch the video revolution
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Dusty Baker mentions so many influences in his new book that I joked about making an all-time team out of his mentors. So we tried it. Here’s his Mentor’s Row: 1B Stargell 2B Morgan SS Wills 3B Clete Boyer / Rose OF Cepeda/ Bobby Bonds / Aaron C Campanella P Koufax / Joe Black / Satchel Paige
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Maria McGrath @ikycat.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
This is sooooo fantastic. A wonderful review of a career and a life...with a Taylor Swift reference to boot...of someone who touched a lot of lives. Bravo, Mr Brown.
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Jayson Stark @jaysonst.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
This incredible conversation with Dusty Baker, from @brownieathletic.bsky.social, is the best thing I've read all week. The tales - of Hank Aaron, John Wooden, Sandy Koufax, Satchel Paige, Bill Walsh, Tom Selleck, etc, etc, etc - are so, so great www.nytimes.com/athletic/733...
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Dusty Baker goes deep: A baseball lifer opens up about his triumphs and tragedies
The Athletic visited the 76-year-old World Series champion at his northern California home ahead of the release of his autobiography.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Dusty Baker’s new memoir is everything you’d want it to be - funny, insightful, heartbreaking and with more name drops than a phone book. My story for @theathletic.com Free and unlocked for all to read www.nytimes.com/athletic/733...
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Dusty Baker goes deep: A baseball lifer opens up about his triumphs and tragedies
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
In a coffee shop right now a 12-year-old girl just asked, “Mom, are we still ahead of the Rockies?” The anguish in her voice was palpable.
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Michelle Milliken @michelleym.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
This is a great story and reminder of when tweeting about baseball was so fun.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Apparently, arguing sports on social media has an upside. Meet Carmen Kiew, who turned her ferocious support of a favorite player into an unexpected career twist www.nytimes.com/athletic/724...
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The Brandon Belt Wars are over. Meet the unlikely winner (Gift Article)
After establishing herself as Belt's most vocal defender online, Carmen Kiew emerged as a Bay Area media personality.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
The story of Carmen Kiew is a tale for anyone who ever had a favorite player www.nytimes.com/athletic/724...
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The Brandon Belt Wars are over. Meet the unlikely winner
After establishing herself as Belt's most vocal defender online, Carmen Kiew emerged as a Bay Area media personality.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
As a nice touch, the Giants played “Come Sail Away” as Brandon Belt took his victory lap. Aye-aye, Captain.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Shama’ar Jefferson would have turned 14 today. The Warriors honored him in a way he would have loved. www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...
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He told his family he’d get them to the NBA. The Warriors helped him keep that promise (Gift Article)
After tragedy struck 13-year-old Shama’ar Jefferson, Steve Kerr and the Warriors helped turn a promise into an unforgettable moment.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
A gift 🎁 article for all to read because you need to know the name Shama’ar Jefferson www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...
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A 13-year-old once promised his family the NBA. The Warriors helped deliver
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Ken Rosenthal @ken-rosenthal.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
My top 12 storylines for the 2026 season. If you’re already a subscriber to The Athletic, you can give this story to anyone by clicking on the gift icon. If you aren’t, you can read it on this link for free. www.nytimes.com/athletic/714...
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The top 12 storylines for the 2026 MLB season: Skubal’s three-peat try, a looming lockout threat and more (Gift Article)
As Ken Rosenthal looks ahead to his 40th season covering Major League Baseball, there are plenty of topics to keep him interested.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
I grew up wanting to write like Scott Ostler, like kids who emulate their favorite ballplayer’s swing. Of course, nobody can write like Scott. It’s impossible to be that funny, that insightful, that brilliant. Oh, and he gave me this cool T-shirt. Best of luck, Scott! @howardbeck.bsky.social
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
This player is in the Team Italy roster and I really hope his nickname is Espresso
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
All’s well that ends well that Austin Wells
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
I would watch an entire buddy movie starring Ken Griffey Jr. and Dusty Baker. For now, we’ll have to settle for this mini-doc airing in MLB Network on Monday. A sneak peek: www.nytimes.com/athletic/709...
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Ken Griffey Jr., Dusty Baker share spotlight, honor Roberto Clemente in MLB Network feature
Griffey visted the Team Nicaragua manager as a WBC ambassador: "I love Dusty. He's what baseball's all about."
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Wrote about Dusty Baker, Marvin Benard and a baseball bond that spans two countries www.nytimes.com/athletic/707...
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How Team Nicaragua, underdogs in the World Baseball Classic, landed Dusty Baker
Baker will make his WBC debut after watching prior years from afar: 'It looks both fun and crazy. And I’m ready for both of them.'
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
A tale about how Dusty Baker became the manager for Team Nicaragua thanks to a nudge from his old lead off hitter. My story for The Athletic: www.nytimes.com/athletic/707...
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How Team Nicaragua, underdogs in the World Baseball Classic, landed Dusty Baker
Baker will make his WBC debut after watching prior years from afar: 'It looks both fun and crazy. And I’m ready for both of them.'
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Bill Mazeroski left an indelible highlight to remember him by. (This is the closest I ever came to meeting him.) Does anyone else remember Bill Mazeroski’s Baseball Magazine? For a while it was the best season preview out there. RIP to a legend.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Annual ritual: Delivering a BBWAA card to sportswriting god Bruce Jenkins. Bring on Opening Day!
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Ken Jennings @kenjennings.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Hemingway was once bet that he couldn’t write the world’s happiest short story in just 5 words. He replied,
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Alissa Wilkinson @alissawilkinson.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
This is how you live a life
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Tapped into some Giants legends for this one
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Roger Craig’s rise to the Hall of Fame owes a massive debt to the Davenport High School classmate who took up his cause and never let go. Take a bow, Leisa Knudsen. www.nytimes.com/athletic/106...
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Roger Craig for the Hall of Fame? You can trace the journey back to a scenic county park where the 49ers strengthened a dynasty. For @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/701...
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Roger Craig’s long climb to the Hall of Fame might be at the finish line. My story for @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/701...
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Roger Craig ran The Hill. Now he looks poised to reach the Hall of Fame mountaintop
The NFL's first 1,000-1,000 player led teammates up a challenging incline. Here's how to follow in their footsteps.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Tom Brady grew up idolizing Joe Montana and the #49ers. His new documentary digs deep behind the scenes of a dynasty. Lights, camera, play-action! My story for @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
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Tom Brady’s ode to Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, others seen throughout new 49ers doc
A new AMC documentary limited series on the San Francisco 49ers premieres with the first two episodes on Sunday and two more on Monday.
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AlmostCoop @almostcoop.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
It was our pleasure. @brownieathletic.bsky.social you always bring it strong!
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
An annual Hall of Fame voting ritual for me is to join the glorious Almost Cooperstown podcast and explain my thinking (or lack thereof). Thanks to hosts Mark and Gordon! @almostcoop.bsky.social youtu.be/fgDmvQ0LFrI
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Reviewing HOF votes with BBWAA voter and The Athletic's Daniel Brown - Ep. 645
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Knuckleballers should live forever. Wilbur Wood threw the butterfly pitch and Tyler Kepner captures the magic of his life and times here:
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
I had great faith that the Immaculate Grid would allow me to type in Turkey Stearnes today! Happy Thanksgiving, @baseball-reference.com!
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
Years ago I interviewed former MVP Hank Sauer over the phone. I asked him how he got his nickname, “The Honker.” Sauer laughed, as did his wife Jeanne in the background. “Have you seen me?!?” he finally said. Anyway, here’s a picture of Hank Sauer.
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Mina Kimes @minakimes.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
This is wild--I profiled Faker for ESPN Mag *ten years ago* and at the time was told by everyone there's no way to stay on top in an esport past your early 20s. Dude really is the LeBron of League of Legends.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
I ran a 5K this morning at Kezar Stadium. I was not as fast as Joe “The Jet” Perry or Hugh McElhenny
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PJ Brown @pjbrown024.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Here’s what one reader said when they subscribed to my Substack, The Undercovered: Women’s sports with PJ Brown.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Oh, heck yes. PJ Brown is fantastic — a fabulous and well-connected chronicler of women’s sports. Go get ‘em, cuz!
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Jon Weisman @jonweisman.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
The Dodgers won the entire 1963 World Series in eight hours and 17 minutes.
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Daniel Brown @brownieathletic.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
This should count as Games 3 & 4
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