The INSANE Prime of Dale Murphy

[@GuardianA-hole]

Lifelong Mets fan, having said that he's my favorite ballplayer all time!. Git a chance to meet him on field at Shea and he was gracious and polite to EVERYONE

[@chadlewis4079]

I grew up in Georgia when Murph was the only reason to see a game at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium.

[@milt6208]

Henry Aaron?

[@barthunt8640]

As a Braves fan I grew up watching Murphy play centerfield and he had one of the most purest swings I have ever seen. I think it’s a shame that the man isn’t in the hall of fame!

[@LiveFromThePorcelainPalace]

As a Mets fan... I HATED him... How he's not in the hall of fame is beyond me. He was definitely one of the top 10 players of the 1980's.

[@rockscousteau]

@@LiveFromThePorcelainPalace Dale Murphy is a good man as well. He could have taken PED's in the 1980's. And he would have turned into McGuire. Dale Murphy is mark McGuire without roids.

[@samright4661]

Dale Murphy should be in the Hall . He’s the poster boy for pro Athletes. Clean player clean person

[@Cam23]

Definitely a great role model!

[@claydragon6055]

Dale Murphy was one of the biggest reasons I got into baseball. God knows he was the only enjoyment I had as a Braves fan in the 80's. He deserves to be in the Hall,there's so many ppl in the HOF that didn't have his numbers let alone his leadership.

[@Cam23]

He was the franchise!

[@marcoslaureano5562]

Hold on what about Bruce Sutter?

[@ktarv6111]

Ran into Dale today at the Salt Lake airport. Such a nice guy.

[@Cam23]

No way!!! That’s awesome, and you’re right he is incredibly nice

[@jodymicheallee]

Not only was he a great ballplayer but he was a better human being

[@Wowreally42]

He is an incredible guy. One of the best I’ve ever met.

[@abbasrizvi9389]

Saw him go 4-5 missing a cycle by a homer in July of 1982. Even as a Cubs fan, I was a huge Dale Murphy fan!!!

[@seabrook1976]

If Baines and Trammel have gotten in, he HAS to get in eventually.

[@Wolf.88]

Exactly

[@ericmarks7648]

Baines was amazing too. HOF!

[@fred5nyc]

@@ericmarks7648 IMO Murphy was better than Baines

[@CSDonohue11]

@@ericmarks7648 Murphy was definitely better than Harold Baines

[@alvinwagner6085]

@@ericmarks7648 Baines didn’t win 5 Gold Gloves and 2 MVP’s. He didn’t even finish in the top ten in MVP voting

[@kufkzxkxzvkdvkxz]

Dale Murphy is one of the biggest travesties in terms of living players not elected to the HOF. He belongs in Cooperstown. He has the numbers, is a genuinely wonderful human being, and is an incredible ambassador for the game. It's the kind of player that MLB should be looking to enshrine: a true role model.

[@kellyhawkins7951]

as was stated on here earlier, because of how he played the game and Doing THINGS the RIGHT WAY, is why he should be in the hall

[@jcallaway1617]

One of the best Braves ever. He belongs in the Hall!

[@elichilton7031]

Outstanding video on one of the underrated players of that era. He and Wade Boggs were tearing up the league from 82' to 87'.

[@ryansmith522]

I idolized Dale as a young ballplayer. Thank you for this. 👊

[@rafaelsale6364]

If Baines and Walker got in the Hall of Fame, then Dale Murphy should be in.

[@franksylva9031]

They shouldnt be in the HOF either

[@monkeyattackedmyass5435]

He should be in, and they really shouldn't.

[@jmillshobbies6344]

Murphey was the 80's braves, those chronic knee problems sapped alot of production from such a great player.

[@Cam23]

He was the franchise!

[@rafaelsale6364]

Those 80s brave teams were terrible throughout Dale's career. He only went to one playoff series back in 82 against the Cardinals.

[@tarandyd]

Murphy and Mattingly... would love them both on the HOF

[@franksylva9031]

Let every marginal player in then. Mattingly's last 5 years were not good.

[@sengle928]

If only they would’ve stayed with their teams for just another year….

[@jude999]

Garvey and Hernandez too. All are better than Larkin, Baines, and Minosa.

[@franksylva9031]

@@jude999 absolutely!

[@rafaelramirez1507]

@@jude999 so is Al Oliver and Dwight Evans

[@artpetty1591]

I still have my Rawlings RBG36 Dale Murphy signed edition baseball glove that I got when I was 11 years old. I idolized Murphy growing up and playing baseball. I miss those days.

[@Cam23]

That’s really cool! He was a great example so I can see why you looked up to him.

[@jaybos1114]

Great video! Imagine if Murph had anyone hitting behind him in the mid to late 80s. His numbers would have been even better.

[@Cam23]

Very true!

[@SamtheBravesFan]

Protection is a myth; there's no statistical advantage to having someone bat behind you to have the pitcher attempt to avoid walking you.

[@kenmccain9743]

Not having a healthy Bob Horner hurt his chances a bit for the Hall of Fame

[@DamonMurphy1]

After Dale's 1982 MVP, he actually went to work out during some Instructional League games during the off season. I forget who but one of his teammates said "Dale is going to be the first player to win MVP one year and Most Improved Player the next!" 😂 Close - he won another MVP! 😂😂

[@Cam23]

High bar to surpass, but he certainly did his best!

[@SLUGGER_CITY]

It's good to see some love and respect thrown Dale Murphy's way!! How he doesn't have a seat in Cooperstown, is beyond me. Anyhow, great video, my friend, thanks for sharing!!⚾️💥⚾️💥⚾️

[@Cam23]

He deserves the attention for the great career he had! And thank you!

[@terrytitus5291]

I 1000% agree,just because he didn't reach 400 HR's shouldn't matter!!!

[@gturcott1]

Between 1981-87 he was flat amazing

[@iconpoet]

Unless you were in Atlanta back then, you have NO IDEA how big Dale Murphy was. There's a reason they are 'America's Team" and why TBS is a thing.

[@golfmaniac007]

the braves announcer then was so dry and boring. hated listening to his voice. probably why i dislike the braves so much.

[@terrytitus5291]

I do,he was such a great ambassador for the game!!

[@PlayerToBeNamedLater1973]

That's not really true because TBS was broadcast all over the country in the 80s and baseball fans were able to watch the Braves all across the US. I was and am still a Reds fan but I was happy to be able to watch a baseball game every night no matter who was playing. It didn't take long to see that Murphy was a total superstar

[@johnb16939]

I've never been a braves fan .. but I do know the game of baseball and I know that Dale Murphy was a superstar and should be in a Hall of Fame. It's not even a question... Should have been first ballot

[@disneyforthewin]

My boyhood idol. Always loved his clean cut style. Pure class, give him the HOF!!!

[@jsk3005]

Proud that he was my baseball hero growing up.

[@tarheelphenom]

He's my favorite athlete of all-time regardless of sport.

[@philb.1502]

Murphy had some great seasons in the 80s, and he was a clean athlete. No PED use was associated with him. He won two MVP awards. He should be in the HOF!

[@hectorlumbagoCringe]

I always loved Dale

[@adammccutchan2357]

My boyhood idol I never understood how he just fell off so bad after that 87 season….long live MURPH 💪🏼

[@zackamania6534]

Absolutely no other bats in the lineup to help him… even Ozzie Virgil or Bob Horner.

[@TheMrzero35]

His knee was bone on done with no cartilage. He couldn't plant and generate power. Maybe if he took steroids his upper body power would have been helped. But that's not who Dale was. I'm a Yankee fan from NJ. But thanks to TBS he is all time favorite player.

[@mikebrase5161]

​@@TheMrzero35 same here man, cable TV was awesome back in the day. I live on the west coast my mom was a Cubs fan and I was a Braves fan.

[@mystermysterio5348]

I'm a fan of Dale Murphy ... My Baseball Idol ... Liked the way he played.

[@sethtate2079]

If Harold baines, Jack Morris, Alan Trammell, and even Jim Rice got in... Dale Murphy should have been a lock.

[@Cam23]

Agreed!

[@MarvinMonroe]

Yeah it's a complete joke that Murphy and Mattingly aren't in

[@kevinkwiatkowski7197]

He owned the 80s, he could do it all, he had no weakness, he could hit , hit for power, throw and field

[@glen8378]

5 tool players are rare but Murphy had it all covered from catcher to Center Fielder is no ioke not easy

[@grokeffer6226]

In my opinion, he deserves to be in the Hall of Fame.

[@Cam23]

Very strong case in my opinion!

[@arlieferguson7442]

Saw him on Superstation WTBS about three times a week.

[@patchitwood7428]

A dominant player in his era. Definitely belongs in the Hall of Fame. Has better credentials than some recent inductees.

[@johnheer3059]

Dale is the MAN!

[@flame-sky7148]

Yea, I remember that 1987 season, as my dad and I would go to Braves games and enjoy Murphy’s talent. If the 1981 strike didn’t happen , he would have hit over 400 home runs and probably would already be in the hall of fame.

[@jakeisdoomscrolling]

Love this video! Would love to see a video on the underrated prime of David Justice.

[@MrBurgandy]

@ *Cam* - Great video my friend. I was born in 1971 and Murph was my hero as a young kid and in my teenage years. The GREATEST single moment ever for Murph (IMO) was coming off the bench with stitches in his palm and hitting a Dinger off Doc Gooden. It's my best memory of watching baseball ever. You highlighted perfectly what I always knew but we didn't have the stats back then like we do now but he got hosed a couple years in voting for MVP. He should of had 3 MVP's at the least. You also have to remember he played on some bad Atlanta teams and had nobody to protect him in the line up and got pitched around constantly. You nailed this one!!!! Nice job!!

[@Cam23]

That’s certainly an incredible feat from the Murph! Doesn’t surprise me in the slightest he had that dog in him haha. And yeah hindsight is 20/20 when it comes to advanced stats. Thank you for the kind words and I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

[@ericc8889]

I watched the Braves faithfully in those days. Murph played on some very bad teams with no protection for him in the lineup. He was constantly pitched around. When that is considered his case for the HOF is very strong.

[@dafttassia1960]

A smile came across my face when i heard the name lonnie smith

[@johnjared1280]

Great work. Thanks for shutout and phenomenal research on my dad's favorite ball player.

[@Cam23]

Of course. Thanks for the suggestion and I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

[@dadll1090]

DALE MURPHY SHOULD BE IN THE HALL OF FAME!!!!!!

[@ryanthompsonthompson820]

Awesome video 😃 Hopefully you can do Wade Boggs soon.

[@teetoo3790]

I liked the video and just subscribed, but look into Dwight Evans Boston Red Sox. Won gold gloves and hit most homeruns in 1980s for American League.

[@Cam23]

Thank you, and great suggestion! I’ll look into him for a future video.

[@jbstonesfan]

Use to see him at Spring Training in WPB. Always a nice guy .

[@dominicpantani6012]

How do you only have 5.14 thousand subs. Your channel is amazing, and the video production is astronomical. I found your channel 2 days ago and I have recommended your channel to all of my baseball friends. Keep up the good work dude.

[@Cam23]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m so glad that you’re enjoying the content. I put so much effort into each video with the hope that people can not only learn about baseball history, but truly enjoy it. Thank you for sharing the channel, the best is yet to come!

[@travismcnamara8919]

I know this is obscure, but my favorite player growing up was Willie McGee. He was the only player that was almost as skinny as me and the year I really became an obsessive sports fan was 1985. Him and Marcus Allen became my favorite sports stars. Both had injuries mess up their 86 seasons. I still believe that if it wasn't for 86, McGee would have been mentioned among the near-HoF players of the era due to hitting for average, stellar D, and his speed.

[@Cam23]

Willie McGee was one heck of a ball player. His 1985 in particular is ridiculous! He definitely deserved the award and he had some fierce competition for that honor

[@travismcnamara8919]

@@Cam23 Amen. 1985 is still the favorite year of my life. I went through numerous personal tragedies in 86 as well (PTSD was developed very early), I've always found it odd how well my favorite sports players did paralleled exactly what happened in my life. Life is a weird thing sometimes

[@Cam23]

@@travismcnamara8919 it is, but I hope you’re doing well now! Baseball has a weird way of mirroring your life at times. Certain times you remember fondly have the best baseball feelings to go with it

[@terrytitus5291]

I loved Wille McGee,had great postseason,hit,ran real well,his 83 rookie cards were hot then!!!

[@philippesauvie639]

When I was a freshman and on the freshman baseball team at Benson high school in Portland in 1974 I was watching Bensons varsity team play Wilson high school at Buckman Field. I saw Dale Murphy hit a monster home run into a parking lot that must’ve been over 400 feet away. I couldn’t believe my eyes! I cannot believe he is not in the baseball Hall of Fame! Something needs to be done about that!

[@Cam23]

That's an incredible story. Got to see a Hall of Famer (in our books) in action!

[@jessiemoody1920]

Dale murphy deserves the hall of fame 😊

[@Cam23]

💯

[@Lord_Clayton420]

Grew up in Pittsburgh and Dale was my favorite player growing up. Most underrated player EVER. Give him the call MLB HOF

[@jjerg]

Was my favorite offensive player as a kid. Back to back MVPs, was a good catching prospect, moved to center to save his body and won gold gloves and a 30/30 guy. I still have a Dale Murphy binder with over 500 of his baseball cards. It's a crime he's not in the HoF.

[@cantstop21]

Thank you for this video. As a Dodgers fan growing up in the 80's we were privy to watching Braves baseball on TBS. I never rooted for them obviously but quickly became a Dale Murphy fan, how could you not? I was actually in attendance in Dodgers stadium when he robbed a HR from Pedro Guerrero in RC field. I remember thinking, dang, I sure wish #3 played for LA. Lol.... Anyway, thank you for the memory lane opportunity. Now do one of these videos of Eric Davis and his prime days in Cincinnati.

[@Cam23]

Glad you liked the video, and I enjoyed hearing your insight! The Murph was special that’s for sure

[@DaDitka]

A question about the MVP voting of 1984- who were the two relievers who finished above Murphy that year? I see Bruce Sutter of the Cardinals. He was a reliever. But the only other pitcher above him was Rick Sutcliffe of the Cubs, who won the Cy Young award as a starting pitcher. Are my eyes bad? I didn't see anyone else. Good job on this video, by the way. I always thought that in the eyes of the voters, he needed one more season like he had in 1983 or 1984 in order to make the Hall. Im not convinced that we should use the mistakes of the past to justify his selection, though. There are a lot of players in the Hall who should not be there. But Murphy has to be considered on his own merit. Given that you could argue that he was the best player in the game from 1982-1987, a case could be made for him.

[@Cam23]

No you’re not seeing things, I mistakenly misremembered Sutcliff as a reliever that’s my bad on that. You make some great points though! I’m glad you enjoyed the video

[@DaDitka]

@Cam23 I sure did and thank you for doing it. I'm a White Sox fan but I remember Murphy when I watched Braves games on WTBS back in the day. All my best to you and much success!

[@Cam23]

@@DaDitka that’s when you know a player is special when they’re not on your favorite team but you still root for them! And that means a lot thank you!

[@tatevancleve1802]

Dude great stuff, for some reason i only could get Cubs games & Mets games in gilbert Az. And since i really started watching baseball in 1987 (after the mets had just won the world series) i was a huge daryl strawberry & doc gooden fan. I think had we gotten braves games too Dale Murphy would have been in contention for my favorite player. Unfortunately for me i didnt have sports center or the internet. And as an 8yr old was only able to form my opinions about baseball teams & players off the two stations that played games i could get and baseball cards where i could read the stats on the back to inform my opinion.

[@Cam23]

Thanks! That's a great year to start tuning in. Lots of amazing ballplayers in that era of baseball. Darryl Strawberry is a guy that I hear about quite frequently in the comments and have had a few suggest him so he's definitely on the short list to get a full length upload in the near future! I have quite a few baseball cards myself and it's enjoyable to digest stats that way so I can definitely relate

[@johnw3952]

I sure hope he makes into the Hall of Fame. Two MVPs and a really good player.

[@keithduff4124]

I always liked following Dale Murphy's progress in the NL top ten home run leaders along with Hank Aaron. With all of his career home runs, Hank never won the NL home run championship, but Dale won it twice!

[@johnb16939]

As an Astros fan back in the 80s.. i saw Dale Murphy play alot. He was a superstar. I'm shocked he's not in the hof.

[@sampickel1030]

My favorite player all time. Have a signed bat! Thanks Murph

[@Cam23]

That’s awesome!

[@mikejanacone8328]

I always enjoy your Brian Giles video pretty much the most underrated player during the steroid era he was in on-base plus slugging beast

[@JeremyWaldrop-ls2pn]

He was great a shame he’s not in the HOF ⚾️

[@Tyweezy84]

Never heard of this guy but damn he was GOOD!

[@samspurgeon4222]

When you visit the HOF, at the front desk where you enter, they have a guest book for you to sign in and one of the things asked is "Favorite Hall Of Famer", and I wrote Dale Murphy. Maybe one day.

[@zackamania6534]

I worshipped the Murph from 85-90. Met him in the summer of 87, his last killer year

[@Cam23]

That’s awesome! Not many people can say they got to meet The Murph 😎

[@MrStarks20]

All these stats you mentioned and he’s not a Hall of Famer is crazy

[@Cam23]

It truly is!

[@81millionhaha_fjb]

Loved watching him oppo’s growing up….the king of OPPO!

[@Mike-ly7ev]

Great videos! Thanks

[@drbonesshow1]

The baseball pundits (i.e., knuckleheads) knock Murphy who played 18 seasons for his great 7-year career. Remember Koufax who played 12 seasons and his great 6-year career. They couldn't hold the HOF door wide open enough for Sandy to enter.

[@Cam23]

You have to overcome a double standard on some levels to get in the Hall of Fame unfortunately. The voters are inconsistent at best

[@whodeycinbengals]

He dominated the league for a period of 5 years, so for that, he should be in the hall

[@terrytitus5291]

Definetly,1000%agree!!!

[@GoldenEraGamer]

Favorite athlete of all-time. He needs to be in the HOF.

[@hubertsumlin9697]

I love your channel! Any interest in doing a video on Andre Dawson? Will Clark? Vlad Guerrero? You asked for suggestions and those guys are my favorites. Keep up the good work! Thanks!

[@Cam23]

Great suggestions! All 3 would make a great video. I’ve been planning on Vlad Sr. for a while, I’m eyeing two weeks from now for that to be up 🤙🏼

[@bobbest8627]

@@Cam23 also love this channel, agree with all of Hubert suggestions. I grew up in Pacifica. Would love to see something on Keith Hernandez. Also another pacifican, Bob McClure. Two guys that grew up together, facing each other in the World Series. I got to see them both in a little league.

[@Cam23]

Wow that's awesome you got to see both dudes!

[@49erfan160880]

It is an absolute travesty that Dale Murphy is not in the Hall of Fame. Murphy carried the Braves during the ‘80’s especially when the Braves were not so good. He never complained, always signed autographs, and never had any clubhouse issues. If Murphy could’ve made a bigger splash in the playoffs. He would be a no brainer. Nobody could beat the Cardinals that year the Braves made it. Throughout the ‘80’s the Braves played against great teams like the Mets, Dodgers, Cardinals, Padres, and even the Astros. Murphy wasn’t an alcoholic, drug user, domestic abuser, or bad with fans. Murphy’s only crime was he played for a Braves team that was constantly in rebuilding mode. I know, I watched those Braves teams. I wish there was something the fans could do to get Murphy in Cooperstown. Murphy deserves to be there.

[@dhal22]

My all time favorite player.

[@smartluck100]

If he had played in LA, New York, Boston or Chicago he would be in the Hall of Fame already.

[@chrisshergie1030]

ok how about letting us know whats up with the only one batting glove? or perhaps letting us know what actual position he played other than "outfield"?

[@cookiecookie5726]

My favorite player! 3 is the best number ever.

[@LetsGoThere]

I remember going to Fulton County stadium as a kid when there might be 3,000 in the stands.

[@WhoGitDaBiscuit]

Great video!

[@Cam23]

Thank you!

[@justinbuda2352]

He is the full reason that Atlanta is my favorite team.

[@jimmybacas8003]

I'll take an outfield of Dale Murphy / Eric Davis / Barry Bonds in their prime years over any combo in baseball history

[@THEJOHNiVERSE]

Let Dale in the HOF. 2x MVP

[@PlayerToBeNamedLater1973]

I don't really put much stock into the hall of Fame anymore but I know that Dale Murphy and Dave Parker were two of the best players in baseball for awhile in the 80s . I'd bet there are players in the HoF who aren't as good as either of them

[@TigerPhysics]

How about some of the Pirates from the 80's, Andy Van Slyke, Jose Lind, ect

[@stevengujsky24]

Phenomenal player

[@Sega_1848]

Murphy and Harper are also the best LDS ball players of all time.

[@kenmccain9743]

You forgot about Harmon Killebrew and Rick Aguilera

[@vermontmike9800]

Wait, Bryce Harper?

[@loganholman3584]

@@vermontmike9800 yep, Bryce Harper is LDS. Crazy that it was Harper that was chosen as the player most similar to Murphy.

[@vermontmike9800]

@@loganholman3584 I would never have pegged him as Mormon.

[@saurondp]

Murphy belongs in the Hall. Period.

[@charlefish]

Make a video on Julio Franco, ken Caminiti, Howard Johnson. I subscribed to your channel.

[@Cam23]

Hey welcome to the channel! Thank you so much, those are some great suggestions

[@drbonesshow1]

In the best stretch of his career 1982, 83, 84, 85 he played in all 162 games each year on only one good Braves team (1982 lost 3-0 to the Reds in the playoffs).

[@Cam23]

Unfortunate he was not able to win a ring, but it takes a village to make that happen in a team sport

[@theanniebband]

Lost to the Cards...

[@Henry-jr1lj]

It's a damn shame that players like: Dale Murphy, Al Oliver and Dave Parker, continues to get overlooked by Cooperstown! In Murphy's case, the man had a five-year stretch were he totally dominated the opposition in ALL 162 games that he played in. Now, he may not have had much success in the postseason, but by no means was it Murphy's fault. I was a Montreal Expos fan at the time, but I always enjoyed watching Dale Murphy play. As I mentioned earlier, Murphy, Parker and Oliver, all deserve to get in the Hall!

[@salebowsadventures293]

Absolutely deserves to be in. There’s lesser players in than Murph and they weren’t as good as him on and off the field.

[@DustinDavis]

I named one of my kids Murphy

[@derekcarday]

I just saw Dale at the PGA Superstore today.

[@buyerfunrun]

I think you should do something on Freddie freeman

[@CompleteZC]

Edgar Martínez, absolute legend who revolutionized the DH position.

[@mattcollett9370]

Would love to hear you talk about Jose Bautista and his crazy breakout with the Jays. Could maybe talk about both him and Edwin, or just focus on Bautista and his journey leading up to his legendary bomb and bat flip!

[@Cam23]

That’d be a great idea for a video, thanks for the suggestion!

[@jsd795]

HGH and Roids. Not much else to talk about with those two.

[@mattcollett9370]

@@jsd795 you mad

[@thomasmichaels6850]

The man is a HOFer. He was dominant in his era.

[@MarvinMonroe]

Speaking of Jack Morris. If hes in HoF, Andy Petite has a good case for being in. Both have about 250 wins, check the stats

[@S_Over_Street]

What hurt Murphy & Mattingly too was the last few years of their careers’ was taken up by injuries as shown by their numbers. It is the unfortunate part that happens to many dominant players of their eras. Maybe Murphy will get in via veterans committee. Also doesn’t help that the Braves were only good from ‘82 & ‘83 (not his fault of course)

[@terrytitus5291]

Not getting to 400 HR's when he signed with the expansion Rockies but that shouldn't matter!!!

[@Cam23]

Definitely. I can see them both being a Veteran’s Committee election in the future. Postseason track record is a major factor in HOF voting

[@rafaelramirez1507]

Tremendously great ball player, he definitely belongs in the HOF , I feel as though that 1981strike hurt him , he could of reached 400 homeruns plus his hits and batting Average would been much higher career wise

[@terrytitus5291]

Great point but that shouldn't even matter,he did plenty!!!

[@rafaelramirez1507]

@@terrytitus5291 You're absolutely correct Terry 👍👍

[@jeffcare89]

Yo can you do a video on Warren Spahn?

[@b.g.johnson6823]

I want her to Murphy’s Hall of Fame. Chances is about the first four or five years of his career. He wasn’t in every day player. The interesting thing to me is if he would’ve stayed a catcher he probably would’ve gotten in already with his stats at that position.

[@glen8378]

He is close to being a HOF member I would vote for him he never cheated 4 years in row played all 162 games that is a credit to him

[@FreddyRuger-b6s]

Hated the Braves but Loved Dale Murphy