Matt Pinto has done an excellent job leading the broadcast crew on the radio side. We look forward to many years of continued partnership with the Thunder.. There was some rumblings about a dustup between him and Traber, but in response to some tweets about it, Dvoracek responded that "he'll be gone soon enough." After listeners pointed out the shocking mistake on Twitter, Traber posted a video to say sorry if I offended anybody., If you were listening, I was talking about what happened with Carmelo Anthony in Philadelphia about how they were making offensive words towards him, Traber said. He says that calling the 2001 World Series was the best moment of his career. There is never anything negative that happens to the team.. Somebody should represent the fan. Afternoon Sportsbeat 2pm - 4pm (M-F) Host; Jim Traber (right), former Oklahoma State quarterback and baseball player and former member of the Baltimore Orioles. Or to keep it anonymous, click here. The Sports Animal (@sportsanimal) January 29, 2022 Following Traber's near-gaffe gaffe, some folks on social started calling for his head, claiming he should be fired like other local sports radio hosts who were caught making racist jokes during commercial breaks. Jim began working for the Sports Animal in 1998. "I was talking about how disgusting it is when people do that. Brady and supermodel Gisele Bundchen ended their marriage in 2022 after 13 years. What are the Effects of Student Athletics on Academic Performance? 1.7K views, 47 likes, 3 loves, 77 comments, 5 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from WWLS The Sports Animal: We're broadcasting live from Reservoir at Toyota Music Factory with 'The Ultimate' Jim Traber. I think everyone that listens to me knows where my heart is and I just feel terrible if I offended anybody.. . Traber was also part-time color analyst for the 2001 World Series radio broadcast. I fact-checked this nine times, because I said This can not be real, Roberts said. so when I heard him on Jim Traber's show this afternoon it kinda caught me by surprise a bit. Grainy footage of this incident is still widely distributed on the Internet.[8]. Stay in the know with all things Sports Animal including events, games, live broadcasts and more! [6] Traber's success with Baltimore was hindered by unfortunate timing as veteran first baseman, Eddie Murray, wasn't ready to retire and Traber was anxious to play in that position and he had not received any instruction as an outfielder in Minor League Baseball (MiLB), as his manager Earl Weaver lamented. OUChampsBig12, Jan 5, 2011. There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim Traber, Jim is the guy you either love or hate when it comes to The Sports Animal. Erik is a long-time sports-talk host from New Mexico and Oklahoma City. His major league career would span five seasons, including two years playing in Japan. He told Dan Patrick that he wants to be the voice of fans and help shape the rules of the game to reflect what people can see with their own two eyes. He served as a television color analyst for Fox Sports' regional coverage of the Arizona Diamondbacks during the team's World Series victory season of 2001, for which he was awarded a World Series ring. Mens basketball games will be split between KFAN and KTLK. Al Eschbach reminisce about getting stabbed witha fork outside a Colombian. We hear you. The two had a meaningful and calm discussion about the aftermath of then-No. That WAS a stunt deserving of a pink slip. Plus, the station can tie the near N-word screw up to a new Oklahoma Men's Clinic Ad: "Hey boys, this is Greg with The Oklahoma Men's Clinic. He enjoys spending time with his wife Julie and his five children. 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Heres an official statement from Jim Traber regarding the on air segment earlier today. The Evangelical school board member has yet to attend a board meeting. After college, Jim made his way to the majors. Friday afternoon on 98.1 The Sports Animal, Traber went on a rant to defend Anthony and condemn the Philly fans, but as he discussed things people shouldn't say, the radio host allegedly. He stopped himself midway through the word. A few hours after the incident happened, a humbled and tail-tucked Jim left the following explanation and "I'm Sorry If You Were Offended" apology on social media. Dominant Duo - With Jim Traber & Al Eschbach: 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Total Dominance Hour: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. A report from Radar Online claims the reason Tom Brady wont begin his television duties with FOX Sports until 2024 is due to his desire to launch a career in standup comedy. 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I receive calls through my MAC . http://www.bucknellbison.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/100112aaa.html. sounds to me like you have crossed the line on this one. 5. Jim also says he loves working for the Sports Animal because they let me say whatever the heck I wanna say.. [10] Traber is estranged from both his biological children. But it was published with him thinking he can be a standup comedian because Jane Fonda laughed at his jokes while filming 80 For Brady.. Today's non-award-winning Lost Ogle conduct is presented by HOOT Industries The Smartest Fun in Town! Afternoon Sports Beat 2-14. Following Traber's near-gaffe gaffe, some folks on social started calling for his head, claiming he should be fired like other local sports radio hosts who were caught making racist jokes during commercial breaks. I would definitely recommend Randy if you are considering selling your home.", Jim Traber from the Sports Animal, Norman; Late last year, Sam Mayes of rival Oklahoma City sports radio station 107.7 The Franchise was terminated by Tyler Media after a 2016 conversation racist to Native Americans was leaked. That's from Jim Traber on Sports Animal. The NFLs competition committee has already held two meetings this week in Indianapolis ahead of the start of the NFL Scouting Combine. Carey Murdoch called Traber Alex Jones and a 'carnival barker'. Dan Mahoney, the Thunder's vice president of communications/community relations, agreed the team's relationship with the Sports Animal is strong, but he also defended his broadcasters. While incidents such as Westbrook's tantrum and Kevin Durant's technicals get much attention on the national networks, they are noticeably downplayed on FSOK. Have a tip or story idea? Theses storms were formed in 15 min. 1:00 Sports Animal talk show host Jim Traber has been ranked No. lol. It appears The Sports Animal is aligning themselves with the Oakley camp and standing by their man. We have estimated Jim Traber's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets. The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim Traber By: WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM Podcast Listen for free Summary The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim Traber on 98.1 WWLS The Sports Animal 2023 WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM Show more Episodes View all Afternoon Sports Beat 1-24 Jan 24 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. check out the. When I first heard the reports, I wasn't very surprised. To the Thunder's credit, the team's apparent positive broadcasting philosophy doesn't apply to sports talk radio, even when negative comments which some might consider personal attacks come from the team's flagship station. Jim Traber on his Sports Animal Radio Network show Monday afternoon. While describing the inappropriate language, Traber nearly said a racial epithet over the air. What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West, Transfer Talk: Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes on Real Madrid's radar, How to watch PGA Tour's Arnold Palmer Invitational on ESPN+, A battle for No. pic.twitter.com/OPooN4iUDS. Traber has long complained that Davis and analyst sidekick Grant Long offer few, if any, negative comments about the Thunder's play during game telecasts. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Suit Up, Kevin Ward interviews people in sports about their faith, 8am-830am. Five things to know as Antoine Davis is set to pass 'Pistol' Pete's scoring record, Men: Where fortunes are made and lost on 60-foot buzzer-beaters. We sympathize and apologize. Mike was a primary reason the death toll was so low. The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim Traber WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM Sports The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim Traber on 98.1 WWLS The Sports Animal 12 OCT 2022 Afternoon Sports Beat 10-12 Afternoon Sports Beat 10-12 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. WFAN afternoon host Evan Roberts thought he was reading a story from sports satire site Ballsack Sports while perusing the report. At first I was going to compare it to a heroin addiction, but then I remembered that heroin addicts seem to enjoy heroin, and I don't really enjoy listening the Sports Animal. James Joseph Traber (born December 26, 1961) [1] Traber was born in Columbus, Ohio, but grew up in Columbia, Maryland. [2] While attending Wilde Lake High School in Columbia, Traber was an All-American, playing football, baseball and other sports. This is Jim Traber, afternoon drive-time host on WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM, where he lords over the airways with an authority unequaled in local radio. But just hours. Hosts Pat Jones Oklahoma, Arkansas and Gator Bowl halls-of-fames, former Oklahoma State university head football coach (2-time Big 8 Coach of the Year) and 11 year NFL coach with Miami and Oakland. He's also disappointed by the lack of Thunder players appearing on his show. They are experts in the game. He attended Oklahoma State University in the early 1980s, where he played both . Football games will continue to air exclusively on KFAN. Traber's current contract is set to expire Oct. 31st and he had been courted by the new sports talk station, The Franchise (KRXO). Heres an official statement from Jim Traber regarding the on air segment earlier today. This is Jim Traber, afternoon drive-time host on WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM, where he lords over the airways with an authority unequaled in local radio. There is a direct correlation with the ratings and the state's unprecedented passion for the team, Bastida said. (n.) One who is foolish and distinctly resembles a baboon. Yeah, during a global pandemic that's devastated the already-struggling terrestrial radio medium, I guess Dusty wasn't satisfied with the money he was making to talk about sports for about three hours every Monday through Friday. Based on some comments he's made on-air and at the end of a recent podcast, it looks/sounds like Dusty Dvoracek is leaving WWLS sometime around the end of the year. [12] Traber has appeared in court 12 times in the last decade[13] for failure to wear a seatbelt[14] and speeding violations.[15]. Got it. The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim Traber on 98.1 WWLS The Sports Animal Follow podcast. "I am very sorry. This podcast will cover the good, the bad, and the ugly of life, marriage, and sports. The move came as a surprise to people over the age of 40 who still regularly tune into local sports radio. It's a good thing that market isn't totally saturated at the moment. Last week, Dusty Dvoracek - an articulate, sweaty and incredibly sensitive former resident of the Phoenix area - announced on Twitter that he's leaving WWLS The Sports Animal. Fifty people in a bar can tell the tuck rule? Browse 751 clip(s) Jim Traber's career ended as quickly as it began with his baseball stats making him "the worst player in the American League in 1988". Under Review. Following his time in the big league, Jim began his venture into sports radio broadcasting. T hey're the self-described Odd Couple of sports and the epitome of a love-hate relationship - as much with each other as with their listeners every weekday afternoon and game days on WWLS Radio, The Sports Animal.. On the air, sports talk veterans Al Eschbach and Jim Traber routinely deflect sometimes-crazy, always-opinionated callers with the same insults they hurl at each other. Sad to say, but I have several friends that are Pokes and we get along great except for several times a year ! Known as "The Ultimate" by so many, Jim has been on the airwaves of the Sports Animal with his epic rants since the 90's. Jim was born in Columbus Ohio and spent most of his childhood in Columbia, Maryland. James Joseph Traber (born December 26, 1961)[1] is an American former professional baseball first baseman, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Baltimore Orioles and in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) for the Kintetsu Buffaloes. Jim began his stint in the state of Oklahoma as a 2 sport athlete at Oklahoma State where he was the quarterback for the football team and a standout baseball player. I guess it's time we dust off our perch as Oklahoma City's go-to source for local sports radio news a beat we used to cover with the vigor and gusto of Al Eschbach enjoying beer and radishes at a Thai brothel, but now mail-in like Regular Jim Traber waiting for a fresh pepperoni pizza at the Mazzio's buffet. 44 of the Oklahoma Sportscene to talk about when he was playing baseball in Japan and rushed the mou. In two simulcasts with TNT, FSOK owns a 8.1 to 3.7 advantage. The station's relationship with the team has been, and continues to be, extremely healthy.. -Jon Rahm (+650 at BetMGM) is coming off a victory at Riviera and has won five of his past nine worldwide starts. They are a somewhat reputable gossip site. Stay with The Lost Ogle. The debate continued in the comments. He's known as "The Ultimate" on WWLS, The Sports Animal. Sierra stopped by this comfy spot in the Farmers Market District. [3] His time in Japan is perhaps most memorable for an incident in which Traber rushed the mound subsequent to being hit by a pitch, chasing the retreating Lotte Orions pitcher Kazumi Sonokawa into the outfield at the Akita Yabase Baseball Stadium. Mens hockey games will be heard on KTLK. For those of us here who do listen to the Sports Animal on a regular basis, you've certainly heard the occasional call from a guy named "James the Marvel." . 32 NFL players who could change teams, Man United's FA Cup win proves Garnacho is a key player and Maguire must leave, Why Premier League clubs are no longer hiring as many top ex-players as managers, 329M goal: Felix the only men's contender for Chelsea's Goal of the Month, The triumph of Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors in Creed III, Everything you need to know about the 2023 season. He can be heard cheering in celebration behind Greg Schulte during the famous play-by-play call of "A little blooper Base hit! 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Anyway, we wish Dusty the best of luck in his future endeavors, and can't wait to have him on The Lost Ogle Show to talk more about this news and the best chicken sandwiches available to eat in the Phoenix area. Sorry, but no thank you. Five things to know as Antoine Davis is set to pass 'Pistol' Pete's scoring record, Men: Where fortunes are made and lost on 60-foot buzzer-beaters. Regular Jim drives consistent ratings, and this does appear to be more of an accidental slip-up than, say, going on a racist tirade because a high school basketball team took a knee during the National Anthem. Traber attended Oklahoma State University in the early 1980s, where he played both baseball (appearing twice in the College World Series)[2] and football. Radio AM/FM. Heres an official statement from Jim Traber regarding the on air segment earlier today. Let me represent those fifty people in the bar. While I was doing it with the passion that I normally have, one of the words almost came out of my mouth. Powered by: Song previews provided courtesy of iTunes; MusicToGo 2021 All Rights Reserved However, you can always find Jim at a poker table with a winning hand. Are PSG better off without Neymar in big games. 5 Ways To Avoid Saying The N-Word On The OU Campus. [6] Thus, Traber's options were limited to being a reserve-first baseman, DH, and pinch hitter. Other features on The Sports Animal; The Final Lap with Kerry Murphy airs each weekday at 5pm. His biographical data, year-by-year hitting stats, fielding stats, pitching stats (where applicable), career totals, uniform numbers, salary data and miscellaneous . I hate to see Dvoracek leaving the Animal. I think Traber would be that kind of guy. Grant Long played 15 years in the NBA. Nothing to write home about.". So Screaming=saving lives and cool, calm, reasoned= Lost. But such was the case Monday when Traber dug into Davis, who had discussed the Thunder's loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers that morning on WWLS-FM 98.1/The Sports Animal. The Sports Animal 98.1FM. Enough said! #6. Then YES get out of the area. And I was basically talking about a couple of things that you just cant say., We hear you. This may be the right one. Add widgets to this sidebar in the Widgets panel under Appearance in the WordPress Admin. Jim can also be seen on Fox 25 Sunday nights with Curtis Fitzpatrick. He was live on CNN within a few min. iHeart Minneapolis has been an outstanding partner, and were pleased to secure a multi-year extension with Greg and his team, knowing theyll continue to provide best-in-class opportunities for fans to follow the Gophers, Gopher Sports Properties VP/GM Greg Gerlach added. But he said, unlike Davis and Long, he mostly had free rein to voice his opinions. While in the majors, Jim played with all-time greats like Eddie Murray and Cal Ripken Jr. BEST BETS. Saturdays: Maybe he should have been? Anyway, I guess we'll continue to monitor the situation and provide updates if there are any. Afternoon Sports Beat w/ Jim Traber 12-10 WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM Afternoon Sports Beat w/ Jim Traber 11-15 WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM view more I am somebody that should be in that room.. Cant believe A) someone would pay that much for this blowhard and B) people still tune into listen to this blowhard. Hoover & Mayes 01:57:01 Listen to Mike Steely on 97.1 The Sports Animal weekdays 9-11am or anytime on demand. Something along those lines. [11] Traber credits his wife Julie with making him realize he needed to be a Christian. That new guy on KOCO 5 ( Rick Mitchell replacement ) looks lost. For baseball, he played the pitcher position at Oklahoma State. [5] He soon found himself on a career-best hot streak that saw him crank out six homers and 17 runs batted in (RBI), while hitting .340, in his first 13 games, after being recalled in the summer of 1986. "I have a 20-year relationship with this guy. Gopher Sports Properties and iHeartMedia have agreed to a new contract that will keep the Golden Gophers on KFAN, KFAN+, and KTLK through the end of the 2026-2027 academic year. You know, Jim Traber - YARDBIRD THAT HE IS WHO ALWAYS BRAGS ABOUT WHAT A GOOD FAMILY MAN AND CHRISTIAN HE IS - my wife, a volunteer at Norman North when Beau was a student there, knows the real truth about Jim being so upset with his son, who was a good student, well-respected by peers and adults, and when he tried to kick Beau off the football team by telling anyone he encountered that Beau was a terrible kid who was "tearing the family apart" - Beau then moved in with his guidance counselor and her family. Julie and I recently sold our home with the help of Randy Hayes. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage, Warner Bros. When I kept reading it thinking This cant be true, this cant be true, I started thinking to myself I hope its truehes going to suck, and its gonna be so funny. As a former Arizona Diamondbacks TV analyst, Traber knows what it's like to be a broadcaster paid by the team. I've been doing radio for 20 years, and if I think Bob Stoops or Mike Gundy or Eddie Sutton or Scott Brooks, whoever it is, is doing something that I don't like, I'm going to say it.. In case you missed it on The Sports Animal today, host Jim Traber's mission to run Nick Collison out of town hit a climax when Collison called into the station and had a 17-minute conversation with Traber.. For those that don't know, The Oklahoman's Jenni Carlson wrote a column Monday about how Collison is using the social networking site Twitter to show his personality, which includes . 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. in OKC. They take their football seriously in Norman, Oklahoma. Oklahoma's Sports Address - WWLS. If this is your first visit, be sure to Kenneth Rumsey is behind the controls of the show. For the Sports Animal network of stations, Traber has a statewide audience. I don't believe a word Brian Davis says. That's what a big-league market is.. It looks like someone has some Jimmy's Egg on his face! The second best thing about Jim Traber is the Jim Traber Drinking Game. I wouldn't be surprised if the whole team left. He hosts "The Afternoon Sport Beat" for two hours (2-4 p.m.) and then collaborates with Al Eschbach from 4-6. Following his radio career in Arizona, Jim returned to Oklahoma and rejoined the Sports Animal. After retiring from baseball, he pursued a career in broadcast media. Are you an alpha male who likes to speak your mind, stick it to the PC police, and say any word you want when you want it? What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West, Transfer Talk: Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes on Real Madrid's radar, How to watch PGA Tour's Arnold Palmer Invitational on ESPN+, A battle for No. Brian Davis is a first-rate, experienced professional. "The Ultimate" Jim Traber Otherwise known as "The Ultimate", Jim has been doing sports talk radio in Oklahoma City for 18 years and has developed into one of the best in the business. Women's Champ Week predictions: Which teams will win the auto bids? Stoops was then going at Jim Traber of the Sports Animal in Oklahoma City. He told Rich Eisen that he recently had a conversation with his wife saying that he needed a new crusade in life. 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I will tell you how, the kid probably made the mistake of showing he had a mind of his own and with the personality Jim has that just won't cut it in the Trabor regime and he could not have his way or say and simply hang the phone up like so many callers that does not agree with him. Zero sarcasm on that one. Mike is taking Traber to task about him trusting his source over Mike who was, you know, actually there. Total Dominance Hour 5pm 6:00pm (M-F) Jim, Al, Daily Oklahoman sportswriter, Berry Tramel and Dean Blevins, The Sports Animal is also an affiliate of ESPN Radio. He's much more insightful . Trabers mistake came as he addressed the harassment Carmelo Anthony received last week from Philadelphia fans during the Lakers game against the 76ers. And I would like to tell everybody out there that I am very very sorry if I offended you. The Sports Animal is owned by Cumulus Media. Traber is willing to piss on relationships, both personal and professional, to die on this hill. Traber continued announcing in 2002 and 2003. Listen to Mike Steely on 97.1 The Sports Animal weekdays 9-11am or anytime on demand. The Golden Gophers have a new deal with iHeartMedia. Jim began working for the Sports Animal in 1998. Traber said he didn't buy Davis' explanation that the team was experimenting with Kevin Martin in a late-game situation instead of playing defensive-whiz Thabo Sefolosha to cover Cavs star Kyrie Irving, who shredded the Thunder for 35 points. Tyler Palmateer had the full rundown: glad the boy is doing well and wish him nothing but good. 19 Texas, along with a talk about what's next for the former coach. It's highly unusual for a sports talk show host on a major league team's flagship radio station to so blatantly rip the team's TV play-by-play announcer. Jim Traber is about to become one of the highest paid media personalities in Oklahoma - if not the THE highest - when he signs a new 3-year contract with WWLS, The Sports Animal. Duh F5. Traber Loses Nearly Decade Long Tiger Bet | Barrett Media "In 2011, Traber bet morning show host, Craig Humphreys $200 that Tiger would never win another major, doubling down on the wager with Sports Animal midday host Mark Rodgers." He even has taken a few shots at radio voice Matt Pinto. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. 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