Dusty Baker

Louisville

Sports Anchor and Reporter at WAVE-TV (Louisville, KY)

Featured in: Favicon

ksby.com

medium.com Favicon

spreaker.com Favicon

tsn.ca

houstonchronicle.com Favicon

inman.com

ksbw.com

newsbreak.com Favicon

wave3.com

turnto23.com + 111 more

Articles

Bats outfielder Blake Dunn talks origins of his competitive drive, approach to MLB return

1 month ago | wave3.com | Derek Brightwell |Dusty Baker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - As we get into the dog days of summer, a popular spot to head out to here in the Derby City is Louisville Slugger Field, home of the Cincinnati Reds’ AAA affiliate, the Louisville Bats. WAVE Sports reporter Dusty Baker was there this weekend and was right where MLB fans are used to seeing another Dusty Baker, the dugout. Instead of managing the club, however, he was there to catch up with Bats centerfielder Blake Dunn.
Journalism, Sandman establish themselves as Derby favorites

2 months ago | kfvs12.com | Dusty Baker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - During this time of year, everybody is looking at who the early Kentucky Derby favorites are. As we inch closer to Kentucky Derby 151, more faces and more horses are making their way to Churchill Downs. While Bob Baffert hasn’t made his appearance on the backside yet, his horse, Rodrigues, has. However, the big story so far has been early Derby favorite Journalism making his first appearance at the track with trainer Michael McCarthy.
Journalism, Sandman establish themselves as Derby favorites

2 months ago | wave3.com | Dusty Baker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - During this time of year, everybody is looking at who the early Kentucky Derby favorites are. As we inch closer to Kentucky Derby 151, more faces and more horses are making their way to Churchill Downs. While Bob Baffert hasn’t made his appearance on the backside yet, his horse, Rodrigues, has. However, the big story so far has been early Derby favorite Journalism making his first appearance at the track with trainer Michael McCarthy.
Oaks, Derby winning trainer reflects on double victory a year later

2 months ago | wave3.com | Dusty Baker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - While Churchill Downs is as beautiful as even in preparation for Kentucky Derby 151, a lot of attention and activity is taking place on the backside as trainers and horses make their way over to Louisville to prepare for the upcoming races.
A Baseball Life | The Players’ Tribune

Mar 26, 2025 | miamiherald.com | Dusty Baker

You want to know how much I've seen in this game? When Hank Aaron hit number 715 and broke Babe Ruth's home run record at the old Atlanta Stadium in 1974, I was there. On deck. Just a few feet away from where Hank clobbered that Al Downing fastball. When a 6.9 magnitude earthquake rocked the Bay during the '89 World Series between the A's and the Giants, I was there. Crouched down in a lunchroom doorway at the stadium, eating my banana nut bread. The first high five in history?
Beck's Mill Artist Series

Sep 19, 2024 | salemleader.com | Dusty Baker

Beck's Mill Artist Series By Dusty Lynn Baker, Instructor/Beck’s Mill Resident Artist Artist Topic - The Chicken House Join Beck's Mill this season for a blend of artistic activities as you learn the history and myths of Beck's Mill. Cost is $15 per session. (All proceeds benefit the mill, minus the supplies.
Father and son reunite in the Bats clubhouse

Aug 14, 2024 | wave3.com | Dusty Baker |Derek Brightwell

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Louisville Bats manager Pat Kelly has watched his son Casey pitch for the Padres, Braves and Giants. He's seen his son go to Korea where he spent his last six years. On Sunday, Pat Kelly got to watch his son pitch from the dugout and as his manager as Casey made his Louisville Bats debut. He threw three scoreless innings after having not pitched for nearly three weeks. "The perfect place for me was going to be here," Casey said.
15-year-old makes pro soccer dreams a reality

Aug 8, 2024 | wave3.com | Dusty Baker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A 15-year-old high schooler battling diabetes is getting his opportunity to be a part of a professional soccer club. Louisville City FC continues to grind as it prepared for the upcoming match this weekend, but there was a new face joining the squad with an opportunity of a lifetime. "We can put a smile on his face and he can do the same for us," Lou City Manager Denny Cruz said. "It was always a dream of mine to be on a professional soccer team one day," Ethan Wright said.
A Baseball Life | By Dusty Baker

Jul 24, 2024 | projects.theplayerstribune.com | Dusty Baker

Dusty BakerbaseballJULY 24, 2024A BaseballlifeElsa via GettyBY Dusty bakerAboutAboutAthlete ApplicationAthlete ApplicationCareersCareersPrivacyPrivacyTermsTermsJoin Our NewsletterJoin Our NewsletterBASKETBALLFOOTBALLSOCCERHOCKEYBASEBALLMORE SPORTSVideosFeaturesKnuckleheads With Quentin Richardson and Darius MilesLetter to My Younger SelfMental HealthPhotographyA Baseball LifeBy dusty bakerdusty bakerI ended up being in the same room with, walking around with … history.
Louisville City FC looks to add to its league lead Saturday

Jun 21, 2024 | wave3.com | Derek Brightwell |Dusty Baker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Louisville City FC has been flaming hot heading into the summer and will be back in action in front of the home crowd on Saturday. The Boys in Purple have a substantial lead so far in the USL standings, sitting at 11-2-2 on the year. The next best records belong to Charleston (8-2-5) and the Indy Eleven (9-4-2). LouCity holds a six-point lead over both.