Dave Benson
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Dave Benson

Expertise:
MLB
Education:
University of Dayton, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Location:
St. Louis, MO

Experience

Dave Benson is a veteran sports reporter at Heavy Sports covering MLB and the NHL. His main teams of focus include the New York Yankees, New York Mets, Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers, as well as the St. Louis Blues. Dave has over two decades of experience covering sports in the St. Louis metropolitan area for both STLToday.com and the Jefferson County Leader. Dave is also a licensed English teacher and spent a few years teaching at the middle school level.

Education

Dave graduated with an English degree from the University of Dayton in 1994. He also earned a degree in secondary education from the University of Missouri-St. Louis in 2011.

Latest Articles From Dave Benson

MLB Analyst Issues Warning on Mets Breakout Candidate

MLB Analyst Issues Warning on Mets Breakout Candidate

Yankees Give Unexpectedly Encouraging Update on Starting Pitcher

Yankees Give Unexpectedly Encouraging Update on Starting Pitcher

Red Sox Bullish on ‘Big, Strong Animal’ Power-Hitting Prospect

Red Sox Bullish on ‘Big, Strong Animal’ Power-Hitting Prospect

Dodgers Star’s Home Targeted in Mysterious Break-In

Dodgers Star’s Home Targeted in Mysterious Break-In

Red Sox Trade Proposal Sends Slugger to Pittsburgh For Pitching Help

Red Sox Trade Proposal Sends Slugger to Pittsburgh For Pitching Help

Yankees Provide Update on Rehab Plan for Injured All-Star

Yankees Provide Update on Rehab Plan for Injured All-Star

Mets Get Key Update on Promising Starter Amid Injuries

Mets Get Key Update on Promising Starter Amid Injuries

Phillies Fan Favorite Traded in Pitch Addressing Lineup Quandary

Phillies Fan Favorite Traded in Pitch Addressing Lineup Quandary

Dodgers Depth Could Force Trade of Former Top Prospect

Dodgers Depth Could Force Trade of Former Top Prospect

Red Sox Infielder Sends Clear Message on Future: ‘I’m Optimistic’

Red Sox Infielder Sends Clear Message on Future: ‘I’m Optimistic’

‘Intriguing’ Cubs Prospects Offered in Trade Pitch for Dominant Ace

‘Intriguing’ Cubs Prospects Offered in Trade Pitch for Dominant Ace

Phillies Superstar’s Surprise Appearance Helps Spur Win

Phillies Superstar’s Surprise Appearance Helps Spur Win

Mets Have Possible ‘Ace’ Hidden in Plain Sight

Mets Have Possible ‘Ace’ Hidden in Plain Sight

Phillies Newcomer Makes Franchise History in Debut: ‘He’s Electric’

Phillies Newcomer Makes Franchise History in Debut: ‘He’s Electric’

Astros’ Newest ‘Coaching Win’ Adds to Cubs Fan Angst Over Kyle Tucker Trade

Astros’ Newest ‘Coaching Win’ Adds to Cubs Fan Angst Over Kyle Tucker Trade

MLB Analyst Waves Caution Flag Over Mets Superstar

MLB Analyst Waves Caution Flag Over Mets Superstar

Phillies Breakout Candidate Could Be Lineup Difference-Maker

Phillies Breakout Candidate Could Be Lineup Difference-Maker

Mets Technology Puts Free Agent on ‘Breakout’ List

Mets Technology Puts Free Agent on ‘Breakout’ List

MLB Analysts Agree on AL East Champs, Predict Team Will Also Reach 2025 World Series

MLB Analysts Agree on AL East Champs, Predict Team Will Also Reach 2025 World Series

Red Sox Blockbuster Trade Proposal Flips Top Young Player for Cy Young Winner

Red Sox Blockbuster Trade Proposal Flips Top Young Player for Cy Young Winner

Phillies Top Prospect Suggested for Key Postseason Role

Phillies Top Prospect Suggested for Key Postseason Role

Yankees Trade Pitch Includes Top Prospect for Former No. 1 Overall Pick

Yankees Trade Pitch Includes Top Prospect for Former No. 1 Overall Pick

Mets’ Decision to Let Perfect Fit Walk Comes Under Fire

Mets’ Decision to Let Perfect Fit Walk Comes Under Fire

Was Mets Leader Giving Rookie a Wake-Up Call?

Was Mets Leader Giving Rookie a Wake-Up Call?

Unexpected Free Agent Gives Phillies an All-Star Boost

Unexpected Free Agent Gives Phillies an All-Star Boost

Red Sox Starter Owns Up To Disastrous Spring: ‘The Results Suck’

Red Sox Starter Owns Up To Disastrous Spring: ‘The Results Suck’

MLB Expert Applauds Yankees Filling Juan Soto-Sized Hole

MLB Expert Applauds Yankees Filling Juan Soto-Sized Hole

Yankees Loss Could Be Red Sox Gain

Yankees Loss Could Be Red Sox Gain

Cubs Castoff Draws Praise for ‘Makeup,’ Potential 60-HR Future

Cubs Castoff Draws Praise for ‘Makeup,’ Potential 60-HR Future

Buzz on Phillies Phenom Blowing Up: ‘The Player I Get Asked About Most’

Buzz on Phillies Phenom Blowing Up: ‘The Player I Get Asked About Most’