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The #1 place to get UP on all things FED! The only podcast dedicated exclusively to the best 35+ baseball league in the country! We'll cover scores, standings, and latest happenings all around the Federal League located in Minnesota.

Josh Stoll


    • Apr 2, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 48m AVG DURATION
    • 20 EPISODES


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    S2:E1 - New Rules, New Season: Breaking Down the Spring Meeting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 51:11


    In this episode, host Josh Stoll kicks off the new season of the Federal League podcast with guest Nick Tuckner. They discuss the purpose of the podcast, which includes entertaining listeners, building community, and providing exposure to the league. The conversation covers important rule changes, division realignment, and updates on team rosters. They emphasize the importance of community engagement and the upcoming events that will bring players and fans together. The episode highlights the growth and competitive spirit of the league, as well as the stories of players and teams involved.

    S1:E18 Season Finale - A Panel for Progress

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 77:29


    Josh sits down with a panel of players representing different divisions and classes in search of ways to improve the Federal League season in 2025.   Joining this episode are: Jeremy Salden - West Division - Waconia Islanders Russ Bauer - South Division - Milltown Outlaws Dan Pluff - North Division - St Michael Angels Josh Stoll - Moderator/East Division - Apple Valley A's

    BONUS EPISODE: Prediction Report Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 20:24


    Josh takes the time to revisit his preseason picks to see how his predictions stack up against the end of the year final results.

    S1:E17 - A Toast to the Champions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 98:28


    Josh sits down to discuss title runs with each of the four Class Champions from the 2024 Federal League Season. AAA - Minnoka Grays - Joey Olson AA - Apple Valley A's - Tim Scott A - Elko Chuggers - Ryan Van Dusen B - Eden Prairie Flyers - Steve Brown

    S1:E16 Championship Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 57:49


    Just 3 days remain in the Federal League playoffs and Josh breaks down the brackets with a different guest for each.   1:21 AAA - Mark Von Ruden - Minnoka Grays 18:33 AA - Kris Minor - South Metro Saints 34:08 A - Dan Pluff - St Michael Angels 44:20 B - Joe McCluskey - Veseli Vulcans

    S1:E15 Playoffs! Bracket Analysis x 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 58:05


    Josh breaks down each of the four Federal League playoff brackets with some help from players in each bracket.   (2:52)  AAA Cliff Christopherson - Rosemount Pipers (19:04)  AA Josh Loewen - Burnsville Bulldogs (31:46) A Dan Pluff - St Michael Angels (42:50)  B CT Harris - Red West Legends

    S1:E14 From Hamel to the Hall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 65:16


    Josh sits down with soon to be Hall of Famers Todd Haag and Troy Loomis of the Rockford Rail Splitters to discuss their beginnings in the Federal League with the Hamel Outlaws through co-founding the Rail Splitters and amassing nearly 500 combined career hits. Other segments include a focus on the playoff push and a look at potential MVP and Cy Young award winners.

    S1:E13 Playoff Push - Twins Almanac

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 34:01


    Josh covers the current playoff standings with just two weeks remaining in the regular season.  He also sits down with Matt Johnson of the Minnoka Grays to chat about his project, the Twins Almanac.

    S1: E11 Flooding in the Fed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 48:53


    Josh sits down with Paul Jesh and Russ Bauer of the Milltown Outlaws to discuss the recent flood damage encountered in Dundas and how it is affecting their season, their players, and their community.

    S1:E12 Heart to Heart with the Head Hurricane

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 60:01


    Josh sits down with Tuck (Nick Tuckner) of the Hastings Hurricanes to discuss the origin of the team, their 2024 success, and Tuck's career in radio. Old habits die hard as Tuck grabs the wheel and starts asking the questions.

    S1: E10 All-Star Game Feature

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 26:50


    Josh recognizes the 2024 All-Star teams, the HOF class, and releases a new Fed Up! Power Rankings.

    S1:E9 Brower Baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 66:46


    Josh sits down with Jim Brower to discuss his 9-year MLB career, his thoughts on the game today, and how he is still growing the game through his training facility, Brower Baseball.

    S1:E8 Quarter Pole Standings Update + Kris Minor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 38:57


    Memorial Day passes marking the quarter pole in the Federal League Season.  A closer look at some of the performances that inspired over the first full month of the season and our first look at the standings. Kris Minor from the South Metro Saints joins Fed Up! to discuss the hot start for the Saints and his creative process for creating top-notch Federal League content.

    S1:E7 Week 5 Fed Action + Real Housewives of the Federal League

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 49:18


    A full scoreboard rundown, plus several new teams make their first appearance in the updated Fed Up! Power Rankings. 5 wives from 3 teams join the podcast and share their thoughts on everything from field amenities to navigating their top in-season challenges.

    S1:E6: Scoreboard Roundup and Chat with Matt Meyer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 41:55


    Matt Meyer, a former professional baseball player, shares his journey from playing multiple sports to focusing on baseball and eventually getting drafted by the Cleveland Indians. He talks about the coaches who had a positive impact on his career and the experience of playing with talented players like Mike Trout. Matt also discusses his time in the minor leagues, including playing for the St. Paul Saints, and the challenges of Indie ball. He shares memorable moments with Torii Hunter and Bill Murray, and reflects on his injury that nearly ended his career. He also talks about his experience playing for the Lakeville Lobos and his volunteer coaching role at BC. Meyer highlights the competitiveness and talent in the Federal League and expresses his gratitude for being a part of it.

    S1:E5 Opening Weekend: Take 2 - Max Bats

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 35:12


    A quick look at the Federal League scoreboard from openning weekend as well as a look at next week's slate of games. AJ Hadley from Max Bats joins and gives Fed Up! listeners a gift.

    S1:E4 - Opening Day, Armcare, and Burners

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 37:57


    Josh covers some highlights from the first games of the year as well as chats with Dr. Ryan Hess of the Metro Loons about arm care. Mark Von Ruden of the Minnoka Grays joins to rank top burner accounts on X.

    S1:E3 - Full Season Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 43:01


    In this conversation, Josh provides a thorough preview of the Federal League, covering all 35 teams and making win-loss predictions for each. He discusses the divisions, preseason surveys, key players, and potential outcomes for the upcoming season. 

    S1:E2 - 2024 Outlook with Tori Holt

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 33:35


    S1:E1 - Offseason Recap with Jamie Houselog

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 31:22 Transcription Available


    Summary In this episode, Josh and Jamie discuss the off-season in the Federal League. They talk about the realignment of divisions, the addition of new teams, and the rule changes for the upcoming season. They also discuss their experiences playing and managing in the league and the challenges of balancing both roles. Keywords Federal League, off-season, realignment, divisions, rule changes, new teams, playing, managing Takeaways The off-season in the Federal League involved realignment of divisions and the addition of new teams. The biggest change was the expansion from four divisions to seven. Rule changes include reducing the number of playoff exceptions and counting games against forfeiting teams as official games. Managing and playing in the league can be challenging, but having a trusted assistant can help. The Federal League is a competitive and well-respected baseball league. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:56 New Chapter 02:45 Realignment and Rule Changes 02:48 New Chapter 2 04:44 Vetting New Teams 05:40 Considerations for Admitting Teams 06:41 New Teams Added 08:20 Recapping the Off-Season Activities 10:13 Field of Dreams Game 11:46 Winter Meetings and Rule Changes 13:33 Playoff Exceptions and Pay for Play 14:28 Roster Expansion and Game Counting 19:49 Factors in Realignment 26:30 Upcoming Season and Early Games 26:56 Balancing Manager and Player Roles

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