Dallas Braden

Dallas Braden, former MLB pitcher, has transitioned into a prominent sports commentator and analyst, sharing insights from his professional baseball career and delivering engaging broadcasts. After being selected by the Oakland Athletics in the 24th round of the 2004 MLB draft, Dallas Braden rapidly ascended through the minor league system. During his 2005 season, he led all A’s minor league pitchers with an impressive 15 wins and was honored as the Athletics organization’s Pitcher of the Year. Braden made his Major League Baseball debut with the Oakland Athletics in 2007, embarking on an MLB career that spanned five seasons until 2011.

Concurrently, Braden expanded his media presence into the burgeoning world of podcasting, launching the highly successful ‘Starting 9’ with Jared Carrabis for Barstool Sports in 2017. Building on his established expertise and engaging on-air persona, Dallas Braden continues to be a prominent voice in baseball media. In 2022, he became the co-host of the popular podcast ‘Baseball Is Dead’ for DraftKings and Underdog Fantasy, further solidifying his position as a leading analyst who combines deep understanding of the game with an accessible and entertaining delivery. His multifaceted career showcases his enduring appeal across traditional and digital sports platforms.