My interview with Curtis Granderson

Sorry for the generic link. It' the second interview down the page.

That Sterling call is revolting. But Granderson is one heck of a likeable guy, even if his answer on baseball economics / competitiveness is predictable.

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You asked better questions than most of the talking heads on the sports networks

by c9kay32 on Apr 1, 2011 9:31 PM EDT reply actions

Definitely a predictable response, but more intelligent than what CC would say.

Glad you shared the link… was wondering how long it would take for you to mention the Indians.

"I want to be playing at the end of October or the end of September -- not just at the beginning of April." —Grady

by westbrook on Apr 1, 2011 9:47 PM EDT reply actions

Tried not to be schlocky, at least. My co-anchor, on the other hand, clearly has no problem with schlocky or affectation.

by tabler84 on Apr 2, 2011 6:54 AM EDT up reply actions

I take it she’s not a big fan of sports blogs.

by YoDaddyWags on Apr 4, 2011 4:55 PM EDT up reply actions

Eh, I’d not say it here if I could’t say it to her.

by tabler84 on Apr 4, 2011 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions

Very well done. You definitely have a knack for the news business without coming across as just a face.

Also, Granderson has a future in broadcast as well.

by emd2k3 on Apr 1, 2011 11:34 PM EDT reply actions

I’ve seen him in studio doing postseason work and he’s outstanding.

by tabler84 on Apr 2, 2011 6:53 AM EDT up reply actions

That’s really good stuff. Nice work, Evan.

The persuasion is not inherent in the lobster.

by Joel D on Apr 2, 2011 11:26 AM EDT reply actions

Not much good on TV news but you’re quality.

by Gradyforpresident on Apr 2, 2011 12:25 PM EDT reply actions

You gotta pretty tough job there Tabs – cheery in the morning while interviewing one of the jackasses as he relentlessly plugs a product then buying off on that “parity” response. Tough, tough gig.

Our best players wear suits.

by mauichuck on Apr 2, 2011 4:22 PM EDT reply actions

Chuck – He’s a jackass by default, but he comes across as a very good dude. Regarding the product plugs, that was MILD. Trust me. And they don’t hide why he’s coming on. Athletes will endorse anything if you pay them. He actually had some experience with it, and I found it admirable.

Yeah, the parity response. Gah.

by tabler84 on Apr 2, 2011 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions

Granderson isn’t a Yankee for life and isn’t a Yankee by choice. I’ve got no beef with him.

I did feel, tabs, like you missed an opportunity to chime in with something like, “That’s true, Grandy, you played on some terrible Tigers teams.”

by Jay on Apr 2, 2011 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions

Or, perhaps, “You’re right, Curtis. At least we’re not Detroit!”

by tabler84 on Apr 3, 2011 11:39 AM EDT up reply actions

He’s a Yankee just like Rivera, Paul O’Neil and others. They may be likeable, but they’re still Yankees and part of the system that’s killing baseball. No Yankee ever – and I mean ever – should be given any rythym whatsoever. Never.

Our best players wear suits.

by mauichuck on Apr 3, 2011 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions

Paul O’Neill was likable? When? Granderson is bought and sold like so much chattel. It’s not his fault.

by Brad D on Apr 3, 2011 8:40 PM EDT up reply actions

I think he’s saying Granderson was just as bad as O’Neil, who was famously a whiny little bitch on the field.

by Jay on Apr 3, 2011 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions

My favorite Paul O’Neill moment occurred when he swung at strike 2, swung at strike 3, then turned to yell at the umpire.

by jds16 on Apr 4, 2011 4:38 PM EDT up reply actions

Classic O’Neill.

by Jay on Apr 5, 2011 9:13 AM EDT up reply actions

Great stuff, Evan. I always liked and will continue to like Granderson. Like Jay said, he’s not a jackass by choice.

Also!

Am I reading the website correctly… will you be interviewing Stone Cold Steve Austin next week?! If so, I am irrationally jealous.

by Turkmenbashi on Apr 3, 2011 12:31 AM EDT reply actions

Yes. He must be hawking something…

by tabler84 on Apr 3, 2011 11:38 AM EDT up reply actions

Strange. Wrestlemania is today… you’d think that’d be it. I don’t have any idea why, but for some reason I’ve rekindled an interest in classic WWF. Haven’t watched it since high school, but lately it’s been the mega-escapist thing to do for me and a few guys in my program. rad school has strange effects on one’s mind.

by Turkmenbashi on Apr 3, 2011 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions

Granderson was in Auckland in late January holding baseball clinic’s and spreading the word, by all accounts he was a great guy, even padded up and tried his hand at cricket on one sports show I saw. Have an autographed poster, still haven’t worked out what I’m supposed to do with it? Suggestions greatly appreciated!

One day I'll get over to watch the Tribe play

by new zealand tribe fan on Apr 3, 2011 5:02 PM EDT reply actions

Send it to Chuck. I’m sure he’ll know what to do with it.

I'm emotional about my glove...

by JimmyAB on Apr 3, 2011 6:24 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

Man, that was a good interview, especially given the constraints of morning TV land. Well done. You must be one of the few who actually listen to the answers and have some natural give-and-take, just like a normal human being. I’m usually flabbergasted as morning anchors run through the list of questions provided by their producers. “Oh, so you sold fusion bomb secrets to the Soviets? By the way, you must be a Libra. I heard Libras are good scientists.”

I admire anyone who takes on a foreign language, so kudos to Granderson. But it’s not chop-chop, in three or four weeks you are having conversations with the natives. It’s hard work, and as an adult, putting your ego on the line. My suggestion is to do it the old fashioned way. Study hard, and get a girlfriend.

by Bogalusa Bomber on Apr 4, 2011 3:53 AM EDT reply actions