Ted Leitner, San Diego Padres Hall of Fame Broadcaster

December 7, 2022

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Legendary, Hall of Fame Broadcaster, Ted Leitner, joined us to tell tales from his 50+ year career in sports media. Wow! You know Ted. He always has something to say!

Ted Leitner talks about Jerry Coleman, Tony Gwynn, Rickey Henderson, Steve Finley, Carl Weathers, Steve Fisher, Brian Dutcher, Smokey Gaines, Jim Brandenburg, and so many great stories about sports broadcasting for the Padres, Chargers, Clippers, Aztecs, and KFMB Channel 8.

Ted talks about the honor of his induction into the San Diego Padres Hall of Fame.

So many stories. Ted talks about his upbringing in the Bronx and the difficulties he had in life due to his relationship with his father. Ted also traces his career history from Oklahoma to Hartford to Philadelphia and eventually to San Diego.

Who else? Howard Cosell, Russ T. Nailz, Alex Spanos, Bob Hope, Keith Hernandez, Al Bernstein, Michael Tuck, and so much more.

This was so much fun! Ted Leitner is a San Diego treasure.

Thanks to the livestream audience for so many great questions and comments. We value your input.

Thank you!

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Ted Talks: Uncle Teddy’s Fond Memories, Crazy Stories and Heartfelt Reflections

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