Dan McLaughlin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dan McLaughlin
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McLaughlin in booth before a game
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| Born | March 18, 1974 St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
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| Education | Lindenwood University |
| Occupation | Broadcaster |
| Spouse(s) | Libby |
Daniel Edwin McLaughlin (born March 18, 1974) is a professional sportscaster. He is a co-host of Golf with Jay Delsing on ESPN Radio. This show is heard in St. Louis and across the country. His co-host is former PGA Tour professional, Jay Delsing. Their main radio station is 101 ESPN in St. Louis. Dan also used to work on TV for the St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Blues games. These games were shown on Bally Sports Midwest. He also announced games for the NFL on Fox.
Early Life and Education
Dan McLaughlin was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on March 18, 1974. He grew up in the St. Louis area. His father was a school teacher. After high school, Dan went to Lindenwood University in Saint Charles. While there, he played baseball. Dan wanted to be a sports broadcaster from a young age. He worked at the university's radio station, KCLC, while he was a student.
Broadcasting Career
While in college, Dan McLaughlin worked as an intern at KMOX radio in St. Louis. He became a sports talk show host there in 1996. Soon, Dan started working on St. Louis Blues TV broadcasts. These were on KPLR-TV and FSN Midwest. In 2000, he became the main announcer for the Cardinals games on FSN.
Dan also announced basketball games for the Mizzou Tiger and Missouri Valley Conference teams. He also called some college football games for ESPN.
He also has his own media company called Scoops with Danny Mac. Through this company, he interviews famous sports figures. These interviews are for both a TV show and a podcast. Scoops with Danny Mac is known for its honest one-on-one talks.
Dan McLaughlin returned to local radio as a co-host on 101 ESPN radio in St. Louis. He co-hosts Golf with Jay Delsing. This show is broadcast locally in St. Louis and is also available nationally. His co-host is former PGA Tour professional Jay Delsing.
Personal Life
Dan McLaughlin is married to Libby. They have two sons and two daughters. Their daughter, Avery, plans to play college golf at Richmond University starting in the fall of 2025.
Charitable Work
The McLaughlins are involved in several charities in the St. Louis area. They host an event called the "Dan McLaughlin Charity Golf Tournament and Auction." This event helps special education. All the money raised goes directly to help the Special Education Foundation of St. Louis County. So far, his tournament has raised over $5 million.
