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Dad’s Ice Cream & Baseball Dreams
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- Jun 18, 2026
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- 97
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Summary
Michael King’s dad, Jim, sacrificed everything to fuel his baseball dreams—starting an ice cream company called Gaga’s (named after his mom) to free up time for Michael’s games. The quirky hybrid ice cream kept them afloat for 15 years, while Michael got free pints and priceless dad time. Jim leveraged his old news ties to land pitching advice from Orel Hershiser, driving six hours for his son’s growth. Now a dad himself, Michael deeply appreciates Jim’s presence—and wonders what his own life might’ve looked like if Jim had stayed in news. It’s a heartwarming tale of sacrifice, unexpected paths, and the power of a parent’s unwavering support. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a75c502b1c1be678