Dale Murphy: podcast appearances and interviews

Dale Bryan Murphy, born on March 12, 1956, is a former Major League Baseball outfielder who played primarily for the Atlanta Braves from 1976 to 1993. During his career, he was a seven-time All-Star and led the National League in home runs, runs batted in, and slugging percentage twice each. Murphy played on teams with limited success, posting only three winning seasons in his 15 years with the Braves. In 1982, he was named the NL's Most Valuable Player after leading the team to its first division title in 13 years and recording 109 RBIs. The following year, he earned a second MVP award with enhancements in batting performance, achieving a .302 batting average and a career-high 121 RBIs, while also becoming one of only six players in history to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in a season. Known for his consistency, Murphy played in 740 consecutive games from 1981 to 1986, the sixth-longest streak in NL history. His offensive achievements in the 1980s included 308 home runs and 929 RBIs, the second most in the league for that decade. A highly regarded defensive player, he secured five consecutive Gold Glove Awards as a center fielder and led NL outfielders in assists and double plays during the 1980s. His career totals included 398 home runs and numerous franchise records for the Braves. Murphy's accolades also include induction into the World Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame in 1995 and recognition in both the Oregon and Georgia Sports Hall of Fame.