Marty Simpson
- Atlanta, GA
- Comedian
- 6 Verified Bookings
Ben A. said “Marty did a fantastic job at AU! The college crowd was engaged the entire night; our abs were all sore from laughing so much! He did a great job connecting…”
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Need a keynote speaker or a celebrity appearance? I have been traveling the country for the past 30+ years--ever since I retired from my 18 year professional baseball career--sharing messages and inspiring groups of all kinds. Please let me know how I can help make your next event a home run!
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Price Range: $10,000-20,000
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Dale Murphy is one of the most sought after Keynote Speakers in the country. Some clients are looking for a celebrity appearance (autographs and photos) which he does, as well. His warm and engaging personality fits perfectly with any type of event and many clients book a combination of a speech and autographs and photos. He has also done things such as private events, golf outings, suite visits at ballparks, commercials, and brand ambassadorships. We are able to tailor any appearance to any group and the top priority for Dale is helping create an experience that will make a positive impact on everyone in attendance.
DALE MURPHY BIO/INTRO TO USE AT EVENT:
Dale Murphy was drafted in the first round of the 1974 draft by the Atlanta Braves. He played almost his entire career for the Braves ((phone number hidden)1) before finishing up with the Philadelphia Phillies ((phone number hidden)3) and Colorado Rockies (1993).
Dale (or “Murph” as he is known by teammates and fans) is the youngest player in MLB history to win back-to-back MVP awards (1982 and 1983). He won 2 consecutive NL Player of the Year Awards (The Sporting News, 1982, 1983) and was named to the National League All-Star Team 7 times, 5 as a starter. He won the Gillette Trophy for the highest number of All-Star votes submitted by fans in the National League in 1985.
Murph won 5 consecutive Gold Glove Awards and 4 Silver Slugger Awards. He was named National League Player of the Month a record 6 times and was named the most feared hitter in the NL in a survey of pitchers in 1985. In 1991, he won the Bart Giamatti Caring Award and was presented in 1985 with the Lou Gehrig Memorial Award, recognizing him as the player who best fit the image and character of Lou Gehrig. He also received the Roberto Clemente Award in honor of his character and charitable contributions on and off the field.
His streak of 740 consecutive games ((phone number hidden)6) is one of the longest in baseball history.
In 1983, he became the sixth player in Major League history to have at least 30 homeruns (36) and 30 stolen bases (30) in one season. This elite group is sometimes referred to as the “30-30 Club.”
During the decade spanning (phone number hidden)0, he led the major leagues in home runs and RBI’s. He also led the National League in games, at bats, runs scored, hits, extra base hits, runs created, total bases and plate appearances.
He was on the cover of Sports Illustrated 3 times. In 1987 he was named one of Sports Illustrated’s 5 Sportsmen and Sportswomen of the Year, representing Major League Baseball as the athlete “Who Cared the Most.” He was honored with this award by President Ronald Regan in the Oval Office of the White House.
Dale retired from baseball in 1993 after a long and very successful career.
His number (#3) was the fourth in the history of the Atlanta Braves’ organization to be retired. It hung for a time in Atlanta Fulton-County Stadium and Turner Field, and now takes its place in SunTrust Park.
Dale is still known today as one of the true gentlemen of the game. He is a sought after business, collegiate, and motivational speaker and travels the country sharing his messages about leadership, resilience, integrity, and much more.
But that’s not all—what he did on the field is actually not the most important part of Murph’s life—as amazing as those things are. Dale and his wife of 40 years—Nancy—are the parents of 8 children (7 sons and 1 daughter) and grandparents to 12. His family, friends, and faith—as well as his other accomplishments off the field—are the things in life he treasures most.
And now, let me introduce to you—Dale Murphy
Ben A. said “Marty did a fantastic job at AU! The college crowd was engaged the entire night; our abs were all sore from laughing so much! He did a great job connecting…”
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