Ron Darling
Keynote Speaker: SNY Lead Game and Studio Analyst for New York Mets; TBS MLB Lead Game Analyst; MLB Network Studio Analyst
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Ron Darling Biography
As one of the most respected voices covering Major League Baseball today, Ron Darling currently serves as a game analyst for SportsNet New York (SNY) covering the New York Mets, lead game analyst for Turner Sports’ (TBS) MLB regular season and postseason telecast coverage and a studio analyst for MLB Network.
Darling joined SNY in 2006 and currently is the network's Mets lead game and studio analyst - working more than 100 Mets telecasts each year. In addition to his game analyst work, Darling also con tributes to SNY's Mets pre- and post-game shows, Mets Hot Stove, Daily News Live and to www.sny.tv. Darling won an Emmy Award for best “Sports Analyst" in his first season with SNY and again in 2011.
Since 2008, Darling has been the MLB on TBS lead game analyst for both regular and postseason Major League Baseball games. He joined TBS in 2007 as a guest studio analyst for the network’s postseason coverage.
Since 2013, Darling has served as an offseason studio analyst, where he regularly appears on the Emmy Award-winning flagship show MLB Tonight and the daily offseason morning show Hot Stove. Darling is a three-time Best Sports Analyst Emmy Award recipient (2006, 2011, 2017).
Since beginning his broadcast career in 2000, Darling hosted FOX’s “Baseball Today” and worked in the broadcast booth for both the Oakland Athletics and Washington Nationals. He has also appeared on various sports programs including “The Best Damn Sports Show Period” and “National Sports Report” as well as provided analysis for the YES Network and CSTV.
During his playing days on the diamond, Darling spent nine seasons as a starting pitcher for the New York Mets highlighted by winning the 1986 World Series. During his 13-year career, the Gold Glove winner also played five seasons with the Oakland Athletics after a short stint with the Montreal Expos. Drafted by the Texas Rangers with the 9th overall pick in the 1981 Amateur Draft, Darling was awarded a spot on Baseball Digest’s 1984 Rookie All-Star Team. He amassed a stellar win-loss record of 136-116 and recorded 1,590 strikeouts with a 3.87 ERA.
Darling has made a significant impact in the community through the Ron Darling Foundation, raising money for diabetes research due to his eldest son Jordan being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 11. He also sits on the Board of Directors for both the Diabetes Research Institute and Habitat For Humanity.
On the big screen, Darling has appeared in several films including Shallow Hall (2001), The Day After Tomorrow (2004) and Mr. 3000 (2004). In 2009, Darling authored the book, The Complete Game: Reflections of Baseball and the Art of Pitching. In 2016, Darling authored the book, Game 7, 1986: Failure and Triumph in the Biggest Game of My Life.
Darling was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and attended Yale University where he was a two-time All-American - leading the Bulldogs to two Ivy League titles. He currently resides with his family in New York City.
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Ron Darling Videos
108 Stitches: Loose Threads, Ripping Yarns, And The Darndest Characters From My Time In The Game
Game 7, 1986: Failure And Triumph In The Biggest Game Of My Life
The Complete Game: Reflections on Baseball and the Art of Pitching (Vintage)
The Complete Game: Reflections on Baseball, Pitching, and Life on the Mound
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Ron Darling is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Baseball, Athlete and Diversity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ron Darling for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Ron Darling generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Darryl Strawberry, Keith Hernandez and Jim Abbott. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ron Darling for an upcoming event.
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108 Stitches: Loose Threads, Ripping Yarns, And The Darndest Characters From My Time In The Game
Game 7, 1986: Failure And Triumph In The Biggest Game Of My Life
The Complete Game: Reflections on Baseball and the Art of Pitching (Vintage)
The Complete Game: Reflections on Baseball, Pitching, and Life on the Mound
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