Former MLB Pitcher Dan Serafini Talks to Keith Morrison on Murder Conviction
April 15, 2026 — Former major-league pitcher Dan Serafini granted his first network interview this week. The sit-down was recorded for an upcoming Dateline broadcast airing Friday, April 17 at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT.
Serafini’s account and legal stance
Serafini continues to assert his innocence following a conviction earlier this year. Prosecutors say he shot his in-laws at their Lake Tahoe home.
In the interview, he called the case circumstantial. He said jurors and his trial lawyers failed him.
Claims about the trial
Serafini told correspondent Keith Morrison he felt the justice system failed. He described the evidence as storytelling rather than proof.
He also said he followed his attorneys’ advice to remain stoic in court. He believes that demeanor hurt his chances with jurors.
Interview conditions and participants
The exchange took place under jail rules and through a thick pane of glass. Time limits restricted the session.
Dateline’s report includes interviews with Detective Daniel Meier and Placer County District Attorney Morgan Gire. Additional sources involved in the investigation also appear.
Program details and distribution
The episode is titled “Deadly Swagger.” It airs Friday at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT on NBC and in syndication.
Dateline is in its 34th season and airs on multiple platforms. Peacock hosts Dateline 24/7 and streaming partners include major streaming channels.
Production credits
Liz Cole serves as senior executive producer on the series. Paul Ryan is listed as executive producer.
Former MLB Pitcher Dan Serafini Talks to Keith Morrison on Murder Conviction in a focused, limited interview that marks his first network appearance.
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