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MiLB Talk is kicking off with the September call up of Jedixson Paez. Derrik and Hunter discuss how he can impact the Major League team and what else is happening in Worcester. Johanfran Garcia and Justin Gonzales are mashing in Portland. In fact, everyone was hitting home runs this week. Yordanny Monegro is back, and Greenville has some talented hitters. We also got our first Martin Shelar bomb.Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook @PeskyReport.We are officially a part of Beyond The MonsterTwitter: @BeyondtheMnstrSubstack: https://beyondthemonster.substack.com/ This episode is brought to you by TJStats — advanced MLB stats and tools including pitcher summaries, prospect rankings, and live pitch data. Head over to tjstats.ca and use code PESKY for 25% off your first month.

In 190, the Philadelphia Athletics were bursting out of tiny Columbia Park — so owner Ben Shibe built the first concrete-and-steel ballpark in Major League history. But on Shibe Park's opening day in 1909, catcher Doc Powers collapsed with mysterious abdominal pain and was dead two weeks later. Jeff and Mark dig into the real medical story behind his death, bust the myths that have followed him for over a century, and trace Shibe Park's full run — from Ruth's Yankees debut and Ted Williams' .400 season, through Jackie Robinson's record-breaking Philadelphia crowd, all the way to a scoreboard literally catching fire mid-game.   Also in this episode: the guys break down the history of the "Maddux" (a complete-game shutout thrown on fewer than 100 pitches), a listener-submitted WAR showdown between the Oakland Athletics and Houston Astros' all-time position players, a new recurring segment pulling quiz questions straight from old episodes of This Week in Baseball, the tragic on-field death of Detroit Lions player Chuck Hughes, and another round of Wax Pack Heroes with a fresh batch of 1972 cards.   00:00 Show Intro and Banter 02:01 100 Loss Teams Trivia 04:35 What Is a Maddux 05:21 Famous Maddux Games 09:32 Listener WAR Showdown 14:38 This Week in Baseball Quiz 16:08 Chuck Hughes Tragedy 18:58 Shibe Park Origins 22:45 Building Shibe Park 29:43 Meet Doc Powers 31:25 Eddie Plank and Patience 32:52 Doc Powers Falls Ill 33:30 Misdiagnosis Turns Deadly 34:36 Surgery and Final Words 35:49 Myths About His Injury 38:19 Funeral and Benefit Day 40:39 Shibe Park Spite Fence 43:25 Famous Games at Shibe 46:51 Final Game and Demolition 47:46 Wax Pack Heroes Returns 01:02:01 TWIB Quiz answer and Signoff   Connect With Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twostrikenoise Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/twostrikenoise BlueSky: @twostrikenoise.bsky.social Email: twostrikenoise@gmail.com    Don't let your common cards collect dust! Donate them to help spark a child's interest in the game at http://commons4kids.org/.   #baseballhistory #mlb #baseball #BaseballCards #TwoStrikeNoise #popculture   Topics: Shibe Park history, Doc Powers, Philadelphia Athletics, Connie Mack, Eddie Plank, dead ball era baseball, Jackie Robinson, Ben Chapman, Ted Williams .400 season, Babe Ruth Yankees debut, Greg Maddux Maddux game, Oakland Athletics, Houston Astros, WAR comparison, Chuck Hughes, Detroit Lions, This Week in Baseball, 1972 Topps cards, baseball card collecting, Wax Pack Heroes, MLB history, baseball trivia

Episode 358 features fascinating conversations with acclaimed barbecue writer and Texas Monthly barbecue editor Daniel Vaughn and former Major League Baseball pitcher Doug Sisk, whose nine-year MLB career included a memorable run with the New York Mets and much more. Daniel Vaughn is one of the most influential voices in American barbecue and the longtime Barbecue Editor for Texas Monthly. In 2013, Daniel became the first full-time barbecue editor at a major American magazine, a position he continues to hold today. Vaughn first made his mark with his barbecue blog, Full Custom Gospel BBQ, where he documented his travels throughout Texas in search of great smoked meat. His work eventually led to his acclaimed book, The Prophets of Smoked Meat: A Journey Through Texas Barbecue. As Texas Monthly's Barbecue Editor, Vaughn has traveled thousands of miles eating, reviewing and documenting barbecue across Texas and beyond. He oversees the magazine's legendary Top 50 Barbecue Joints in Texas list, one of the most influential rankings in the barbecue world.  In 2026 he was named number one on Underseasoned BBQ's list of the 150 Most Influential People in BBQ, further recognizing the enormous impact he has had on the way barbecue is judged, discussed and celebrated. On this episode we talk with Daniel Vaughn about his journey from architect and barbecue blogger to one of the most respected barbecue journalists in the country, his travels in pursuit of great barbecue, and the people and traditions that make American barbecue such a fascinating part of our culture. Doug Sisk is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who spent nine seasons in the big leagues, most notably as a member of the New York Mets' pitching staff during their unforgettable 1986 World Series championship season. A right-handed reliever known for his sinking fastball, Sisk was particularly effective at keeping the ball in the ballpark—he surrendered just 15 home runs in more than 500 innings during his Major League career. A native of Washington state, Doug attended Green River Community College and Washington State University before signing with the Mets as an amateur free agent in 1980. He made his Major League debut with New York in 1982 and went on to pitch for the Mets, Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves. His career totals include a 22-20 record, 3.27 ERA, 33 saves and 523⅓ innings pitched. Doug was an important member of the 1986 Mets, appearing in 41 games during the championship season. He also pitched in the World Series, helping the Mets capture one of the most memorable championships in baseball history. On this episode Doug Sisk takes us back to his playing days, his journey to the Major Leagues, and his experiences with the 1986 New York Mets. He shares stories from inside one of baseball's most legendary clubhouses and reflects on his career, teammates and the unforgettable run to a World Series championship. We recommend you go to Rogue Cookers website, https://roguecookers.com/ for award-winning rubs, Chef Ray Sheehan's website, https://www.raysheehan.com/ for award-winning saucess, rubs, and cookbooks, Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Magnechef https://magnechef.com/ for excellent and unique barbecue gloves,  Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/ To team up against prostate cancer go to https://fansforthecure.org/ for Fans for the Cure, and to subscribe to Bill Chuck's newsletter, Billy-Ball go to  https://billchuck.substack.com/    We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky. If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you. Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.com Twitter:  @baseballandbbq Instagram:  baseballandbarbecue YouTube:  baseball and bbq Website:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Major League Baseball pitcher Brandon Puffer reached the highest level of the game. Then his life took a dramatic turn that ultimately led him from the bullpen to prison. In this powerful episode of The Gametime Guru, Brandon shares his remarkable journey through professional baseball, addiction, incarceration, accountability, faith, sobriety, forgiveness, and redemption. Brandon was drafted by the Minnesota Twins directly out of high school and spent years grinding through the minor leagues. He was released by multiple organizations, continued fighting for another opportunity, and eventually made a pitching adjustment that changed the trajectory of his career: dropping down and throwing sidearm. That adjustment helped Brandon climb through professional baseball and ultimately earn his call to Major League Baseball. He would go on to pitch for organizations including the Houston Astros, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, and Boston Red Sox organization while competing against some of the biggest names in the sport. But Brandon's story goes far beyond baseball. He openly discusses his battle with alcohol, losing his sobriety, ignoring warning signs, and making decisions that eventually resulted in his arrest, conviction, and a five-year prison sentence. Brandon ultimately served three and a half years behind bars. What makes this conversation so impactful is Brandon's willingness to take responsibility for what happened. He does not make excuses. Instead, he talks about the ripple effect of our choices, the people who were hurt by his actions, and why true redemption requires accountability. Brandon shares what it was like to surrender his life to God while incarcerated, walk out of prison with almost nothing, rebuild relationships with his children, take a humbling job working maintenance at a baseball stadium, and slowly rediscover his purpose. Today, Brandon uses his experiences to mentor young athletes, speak to people facing difficult circumstances, return to prisons to share his story, and encourage others to recognize the warning signs in their own lives before it is too late. In this episode, we discuss: Getting drafted by the Minnesota Twins out of high school The grind and uncertainty of Minor League Baseball Being released multiple times and refusing to quit The sidearm pitching adjustment that changed Brandon's career Getting the call to Major League Baseball His unforgettable MLB debut Pitching against some of baseball's biggest stars His first Major League win Addiction and losing his sobriety The warning signs Brandon ignored The night that changed the direction of his life Receiving a five-year prison sentence Spending three and a half years incarcerated The impact his choices had on his family and others Why accountability is essential to redemption Surrendering his life to Christ Starting over after prison Rebuilding relationships with his children Grace, forgiveness, faith, and nearly 18 years of sobriety Why isolation can make our struggles more dangerous Brandon's advice for anyone who knows they need help His book, From the Bullpen to the State Pen Connect with Brandon Puffer: Website: www.coachpuffpositive.com Instagram: @coachpuffpositive X: @coachpuffpositv Brandon's Book: From the Bullpen to the State Pen Available on Amazon. If Brandon's story resonates with you, share this episode with someone who may need to hear the message that your worst decision does not have to become the final chapter of your life. Accountability, humility, faith, and the willingness to ask for help can change the direction of your story. Subscribe to The Gametime Guru for more conversations with athletes, coaches, sports executives, agents, entrepreneurs, and inspiring people who share the lessons behind their journeys in sports and life.

Flying Squirrels senior advisor and MiLB front-office legend Todd "Parney" Parnell talks to Ben from Richmond about his long career in the Minor Leagues. Also, Sam reviews the best positional groups in baseball and looks at Kade Anderson's Major League debut from last weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci believe the Rays are the best team in the AL and could be looking at a World Series run. What are they doing that's making the biggest difference from other teams? After another career milestone for Jacob Degrom, Tom asks if the pitcher should be a Hall of Famer. Speaking of pitching, what pitcher is throwing the ball like we've never seen before? Plus, the Cubs name their all-time team and guess who is on it? The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci believe the Rays are the best team in the AL and could be looking at a World Series run. What are they doing that's making the biggest difference from other teams? After another career milestone for Jacob Degrom, Tom asks if the pitcher should be a Hall of Famer. Speaking of pitching, what pitcher is throwing the ball like we've never seen before? Plus, the Cubs name their all-time team and guess who is on it? The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only have 30 minutes to spare? Where else would you spend them than with us for The Dirty Thirty! Where we bring you our best moments from our week of shows in half an hour. We start off with a heated debate with Dale Jr. and producer Travis on Dirty Air about how Trackhouse wound up with three drivers, all with contracts ending in 2027.  Following that up, Chase Briscoe remembers the time when he wrecked Denny Hamlin battling for the lead at the Indy Road Course in 2021, and why he's willing to take a lie detector test over it. On this week's guest episode, Dale Jr. sits down with Jody Davis, former Major League baseball player and friend of his dad's. Jody remembers the first time he met the Intimidator and the time he went over the wall for him on his pit crew. In the land of Bless Your 'Hardt, Amy & Dale Jr. chat about Cleetus McFarland's get-up for his dinner with Dale Jr. at the local steakhouse ... and why Dale was not expecting it (but he should have!) And lastly, Noah Gragson and Zane Smith joined Door Bumper Clear, and during Reaction Theatre, Noah shares a story of a fan who cussed him out, thinking that he was actually Zane. That's all for this week! Tune in next time for more of Dirty Mo Media's best for the Dirty Thirty. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jake Brend and Brent Blum share more about the Killyan Toure injury situation. What's realistic and where could Iowa State go from here? Brend and Blum share their thoughts from media day and what Jimmy Rogers had to say about the atmosphere at Jack Trice Stadium. The guys close by comparing Major League characters to Big 12 teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jones and Keefe discussed Roman Anthony's performance in his first rehab start with the Portland Sea Dogs and the expectations for his return to the Major League roster.

Another major piece of the Cardinals' core has arrived.On this week's Redbird Report, Brandon Kiley and Tanner Hendrickson break down Joshua Baez's historic start to his Major League career, and the spark that it could bring to the already red-hot Cardinals.They also discuss Alec Burleson's breakout season and why he is a vital piece of the Cardinals' long-term future, the opportunity for Blaze Jordan at third base, Kyle Leahy's looming innings limit, the club's trade deadline decisions, and how Rainiel Rodriguez's positional versatility could reshape the lineup.Plus, with six important games against Cincinnati and Philadelphia ahead, BK and T-Bone look at where the Cardinals stand in the Wild Card race and what needs to happen for St. Louis to keep its playoff hopes alive.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey Bobby, now do you care? Just a little bit? This week we are stepping up to the plate to revisit an underrated Tony Scott thriller that was definitely not a hit on initial release. His batting average as a director is pretty solid but everyone goes through the occasional slump. Is it a forgotten classic or is it like a bad freeway accident with everyone slowing down to watch? Does any part of this movie feel realistic or does it even matter? Is the prominent use of Nine Inch Nails on the soundtrack a plus or a minus? Are there hidden Major League references in this movie? What's worse: toxic politeness or toxic fandom? Find out why baseball's better than life on this week's Film Junk Podcast.

KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman joins the show to discuss Cardinals prospect Joshua Baez's historic Major League debut at Wrigley Field, where he became the first player in modern MLB history to hit a home run in each of his first three career at-bats. Ackerman evaluates the organization's player development system under Chaim Bloom, highlighting key minor league talent including top catcher Rainiel Rodriguez and pitcher Liam Doyle. Additionally, Ackerman breaks down the Cardinals' low payroll structure and long-term roster strategy, contrasting youth development with future free-agent flexibility as the team competes for a National League Wild Card spot. Hashtags: #TomAckerman #JoshuaBaez #StLouisCardinals #WrigleyField #MLBHistory #ChaimBloom

In this solo teaching episode, Joe Stopulos tackles a topic many Catholic men avoid discussing openly: money. Drawing on two books by finance writer Morgan Housel — The Psychology of Money (2020) and The Art of Spending Money (2025) — Joe walks through the core lessons of both and reframes them through a Catholic lens of stewardship, humility, and contentment. Highlights from this episode: Why doing well with money is about behavior, not intelligence — and how habits shape financial peace The "benchwarmer on a Major League team" analogy that reframes comparison and contentment Why real wealth is what you don't spend, not what you show How money's highest dividend is control over your time — spending it on the people you love Why finances are one of the top three pillars of a healthy marriage, and how Joe addresses this in the marriage prep he leads A nod to Dave Ramsey's budgeting framework — where Joe agrees, and where he doesn't The story of Kurt Vonnegut, Joseph Heller, and the billionaire who had everything except "enough" The quiet millionaire janitor who left $8 million to charity — and what it says about humility A closing quote from St. John Chrysostom on wealth, stewardship, and caring for the poor This episode is a call for Catholic men to examine their relationship with money — not as an end in itself, but as a tool for building a life centered on faith, family, and generosity. This episode is brought to you by: Construction Professionals — CPCustomHomes.com https://cpcustomhomes.com/ #CatholicMen #ManUpPodcast #IowaCatholicRadio #CatholicFatherhood #CatholicDadLife #CatholicStewardship #FaithAndFinance #PsychologyOfMoney #MorganHousel #CatholicMarriage #CatholicPodcast #DesMoinesIowa #IowaCatholic #HeroicVirtue Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our StationsLINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on our website.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:Sunday Dive with Katie PatrizioMan Up! with Joe StopulosCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrBe Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián MoncadaMaking it Personal with Bishop William JoensenFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleThe Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & DevotionsThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Daily Mass from St. Francis of AssisiThe Daily Mass from St. Pius XThe Daily Mass from St. TheresaSunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to Christ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sawkar Salute: A historic debut for one Major League baseball player. full 107 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:44:05 +0000 8AzcL9kQ1uCsWpcwUojoUfqgAE8uOxg0 mlb,st. louis cardinals,wrigley field,home runs,father,bee,news The Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar mlb,st. louis cardinals,wrigley field,home runs,father,bee,news The Sawkar Salute: A historic debut for one Major League baseball player. Vineeta Sawkar brings you the day's most important and impactful news stories, talks with the news-makers and influencers we need to hear from, and brightens your day with fun anecdotes and stories along the way. Add in the latest weather, traffic, and sports…it's the best way to start the day! © 2026 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.ampe

Chris and Amy react to the incredible Major League debut of Joshua Báez in Chicago; people checked on Amy during her run this weekend; Joe Sonderman recaps 'The Great Divorce' between St Louis City and County 150 years ago this week; Did you see this?

In today's episode of The Quiz, we're testing your knowledge on everything from historic baseball relocations to the roots of famous Major League franchises. Can you answer these? Dodger History: Long before settling in Southern California, this iconic Major League Baseball franchise captured hearts on the East Coast. Do you know which city they originally called home? Historic Franchises: The Atlanta Braves are the oldest continuously operating franchise in Major League Baseball, having started in New England back in 1871. Do you know their founding city? Midwest Baseball: Before moving to the Twin Cities in 1961 and rebranding, this franchise played for decades in another major American city under a different name. What was their original location? Play. Share. Listen with Former Major League Baseball Player Jeremy Affeldt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Candiotti Is in his 15th season as D-backs radio analyst, working alongside Greg Schulte for the entirety. Former knuckleball pitcher went 151-164 with a 3.73 ERA and 1,735 strikeouts in 451 games during a 16-year Major League career with the Milwaukee Brewers (1983-84), Cleveland Indians (1986-91, 1999), Toronto Blue Jays (1991), Los Angeles Dodgers (1992-97) and Oakland A’s (1998-99)…recorded 10 or more wins in 8 different seasons, and upon retirement was ranked in the top 100 all-time in wins, strikeouts and ERA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Candiotti Is in his 15th season as D-backs radio analyst, working alongside Greg Schulte for the entirety. Former knuckleball pitcher went 151-164 with a 3.73 ERA and 1,735 strikeouts in 451 games during a 16-year Major League career with the Milwaukee Brewers (1983-84), Cleveland Indians (1986-91, 1999), Toronto Blue Jays (1991), Los Angeles Dodgers (1992-97) and Oakland A’s (1998-99)…recorded 10 or more wins in 8 different seasons, and upon retirement was ranked in the top 100 all-time in wins, strikeouts and ERA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The evening truly had it all, from 26 Hall of Famers emerging from the cornfield as part of the pregame ceremonies, to Phillies slugger and Major League home run leader Kyle Schwarber going deep twice into the Iowa sky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark is joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano to discuss the St. Louis Cardinals calling up top prospect Joshua Báez to make his Major League debut. They also talk about local soccer developments with St. Louis CITY SC, Luther Burden's recovery with the Chicago Bears, rumors surrounding Mizzou basketball, and upcoming coverage on the Sports On Sunday broadcast.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by outgoing Missouri State Representative Steve Butz and GOP political strategist David Barklage. Together, they discuss and debate recent election outcomes, state tax reform, and the implications of Amendment 3. They also delve into national political dynamics, foreign policy concerns regarding Iran, the recent guilty plea of Luigi Mangione, and controversies surrounding the WNBA. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by film critic Paul Hall to review the latest entertainment releases for the weekend. They discuss the new horror-thriller The End of Oak Street in theaters, as well as Netflix's original film Don't Say Good Luck starring Sunny Sandler. Additionally, they touch on popular streaming options including Hard Knocks, The Sheep Detectives, and new season releases for Ted Lasso and Reacher. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano to discuss the St. Louis Cardinals calling up top prospect Joshua Báez to make his Major League debut. They also talk about local soccer developments with St. Louis CITY SC, Luther Burden's recovery with the Chicago Bears, rumors surrounding Mizzou basketball, and upcoming coverage on the Sports On Sunday broadcast. In hour 3, Mark is joined by John Ziegler, co-host of the Death of Journalism podcast, and the two discussed the tragic death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday and the surrounding media reaction, the WNBA and Sophie Cunningham controversies, Jayden Daniels' NIL-related dispute with LSU, and a recent high-profile cheating scandal at a local golf club. Mark is then joined by local musician Jeff Faulkner, lead singer of the Electric Light Orchestra tribute band Mr. Blue Sky, to discuss managing hot summer temperatures during outdoor performances, their upcoming show at the Chesterfield Amphitheater, and their shared favorite musical acts and rising artists. Dan Reardon later discusses the latest on the PGA Tour. Mark wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by film critic Paul Hall to review the latest entertainment releases for the weekend. They discuss the new horror-thriller The End of Oak Street in theaters, as well as Netflix's original film Don't Say Good Luck starring Sunny Sandler. Additionally, they touch on popular streaming options including Hard Knocks, The Sheep Detectives, and new season releases for Ted Lasso and Reacher. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano to discuss the St. Louis Cardinals calling up top prospect Joshua Báez to make his Major League debut. They also talk about local soccer developments with St. Louis CITY SC, Luther Burden's recovery with the Chicago Bears, rumors surrounding Mizzou basketball, and upcoming coverage on the Sports On Sunday broadcast.

Catch up with important baseball standings and find out division leaders are doing with the Major League Minute. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it really take to succeed at the highest level of baseball? In this episode of The Price for Paradise, Woody sits down with Mike Fetters—a 16-year Major League pitcher, former MLB pitching coach, and one of baseball's most respected pitching minds. From growing up in Hawaii to pitching against legends like Barry Bonds and coaching the next generation of big leaguers, Mike shares the lessons that statistics can't measure. The conversation dives into the mental side of competition, handling pressure in the biggest moments, controlling adrenaline, building trust between pitcher and catcher, and why understanding the athlete matters more than relying solely on analytics. Mike also reflects on his MLB career, the evolution of baseball, player development, and what separates great coaches from everyone else. Whether you're a baseball fan, coach, athlete, or simply someone chasing excellence, this episode is packed with timeless lessons on confidence, preparation, leadership, and performing when it matters most. In this episode, we cover: - Mike Fetters' journey to a 16-year MLB career - Facing Barry Bonds and the greatest hitters in baseball - The Barry Bonds vs. Shohei Ohtani GOAT debate - Why analytics don't tell the whole story - Reading athletes beyond the numbers - Controlling adrenaline under pressure - Building elite confidence and resilience - Coaching philosophy and player development - Lessons from MLB clubhouses and championship teams - Why great coaches never stop learning If you enjoy conversations about baseball, mindset, leadership, and peak performance, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Nolan McLean is on the verge of 1 year of Major League experience and he sat down with Pat McCarthy to discuss being a young leader in an ever changing Mets clubhouse along with his relationship amongst the rest of the starting pitchers.

In partnership with the Minnesota Wild ownership group - Major League Volleyball is coming to Minnesota and we now have the name - the Minnesota Forge! We were pleased to have Michelle Haines, President of the Minnesota Forge, in studio to reveal the new name and this new chapter in women's professional sports in Minnesota and throughout the country! We also preview the big launch party at Rice Park taking place Wednesday night!

With roughly 40 games remaining in the 2026 MLB regular season, the postseason picture is beginning to take shape—but there's still plenty of time for everything to change.The Boston Red Sox have come roaring back into the American League race after a remarkable stretch of winning baseball. Would you rather be a Red Sox fan right now—or a Dodgers fan? Los Angeles has suddenly hit a rough patch, but is this really cause for concern, or is a veteran championship team simply waiting for October?We look around baseball at the contenders, pretenders and teams hanging onto the edges of the playoff race. The Rays continue to prove us wrong, the Yankees are waiting for reinforcements, and with only about a quarter of the season remaining, one terrible week could effectively end a team's postseason hopes.We also discuss Yankees prospect George Lombard Jr. and the pressure that comes with playing shortstop in New York; the remarkable extra-inning Red Sox-White Sox game that produced scoring in five consecutive innings; and why games like that make a pretty good argument for MLB's regular-season extra-inning rule.Then there's Tommy John. With news about John's health prompting renewed discussion of his Hall of Fame candidacy, we debate a fascinating question: Is his 288-win, 26-year pitching career worthy of Cooperstown on its own—or are people inevitably giving him extra credit because the revolutionary surgery bears his name?Plus, Jacob Wilson sets a Major League record for consecutive errorless games by a shortstop, Matt Olson reaches 900 consecutive games played, and we consider whether Cal Ripken Jr.'s 2,632-game streak may be the most unbreakable record in baseball.Finally, there's actually a reason for optimism about MLB's looming labor confrontation. Every owner lockout in MLB history has ended before costing baseball a regular-season game. Could history—and the enormous amount of money now at stake—make a 2027 work stoppage less likely than many fans fear?We finish with Craig Kimbrel joining his 12th MLB franchise and a Chicago Cubs defense that isn't merely good—it has a chance to rank among the best defensive teams we've ever seen.It's another week of baseball history colliding with the game we're watching right now on Almost Cooperstown.Almost Cooperstown is a weekly baseball podcast featuring thoughtful conversations about the Baseball Hall of Fame, baseball history, current MLB topics, player comparisons, statistics and the stories that connect today's game with its rich history.Thanks again to Mercury Maid for the Intro & Outro music.Visit AlmostCooperstown.com for original baseball articles, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and follow Almost Cooperstown on YouTube.

Dave Schwartz joins Jason every Monday to talk sports. This week they talk about the Twins - are they just a .500 team and is that enough? Then they talk Lynx and a record performance from Kayla McBride. Finally, a new MLV franchise is set to be introduced in Minnesota!

A recap of an historic Major League debut for Angel Genao at Progressive Field this week. Plus, Rosey chats with two of the Guardians trade deadline acquisitions in Foster Griffin and Craig Yoho. Also, the weekly Farm Report with VP of Player Development Stephen Osterer focusing on the Akron Rubber Ducks. That's all on this edition of Guardians Weekly with Jim Rosenhaus on the Cleveland Guardians Radio Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Weisenburger made his Major League debut for the Mets and after he locked down the last 2 innings in the team's 11-1 win he met with Pat McCarthy on the field to discuss how he was feeling after the game.

Episode 355 features Ken Hess of County Smoak BBQ talking about his culinary journey and building a destination for barbecue lovers. Author Tim Brown discusses his new book Nolan, an in-depth look at the life and legacy of baseball legend Nolan Ryan. Ken Hess is the championship pitmaster and co-owner of County Smoak in Lynchburg, Virginia. Ken shares his journey from classically trained chef to award-winning barbecue pitmaster, discusses why he believes Virginia deserves more recognition in barbecue history, and explains what it takes to build County Smoak, one of Virginia's most celebrated barbecue restaurants.  County Smoak is a family-owned barbecue restaurant founded by Ken and his wife Jessica.  The restaurant combines classical culinary training with traditional wood-fired barbecue techniques, emphasizing Virginia-sourced ingredients and regional barbecue styles. The restaurant has been recognized multiple times as one of Lynchburg's top barbecue destinations.  Go to https://www.countysmoak.com for more information. Tim Brown has covered baseball for more than 30 years and has written two New York Times bestsellers: The Phenomenon with Rick Ankiel and Imperfect with Jim Abbott. He also wrote The Tao of the Backup Catcher. His reporting has earned numerous industry honors, including recognition from the Associated Press Sports Editors.  His latest book is Nolan:  The Singular Life of an American Original which traces the remarkable life of Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan—from his upbringing in Alvin, Texas, through his record-setting 27-year Major League career, and into his life after baseball. More than a sports biography, the book explores themes of family, faith, perseverance, and the enduring legacy of one of baseball's greatest competitors.  Go to https://www.bytimbrown.com for more information. We recommend you go to Rogue Cookers website, https://roguecookers.com/ for award-winning rubs, Chef Ray Sheehan's website, https://www.raysheehan.com/ for award-winning saucess, rubs, and cookbooks, Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Magnechef https://magnechef.com/ for excellent and unique barbecue gloves,  Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/ To team up against prostate cancer go to https://fansforthecure.org/ for Fans for the Cure, and to subscribe to Bill Chuck's newsletter, Billy-Ball go to  https://billchuck.substack.com/    We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky. If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you. Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.com Twitter:  @baseballandbbq Instagram:  baseballandbarbecue YouTube:  baseball and bbq Website:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq       Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Noel catches up with Corbin Bernsen. The Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actor is best known for playing divorce attorney Arnie Becker on L.A. Law. He changed it up a bit playing retired detective Henry Spencer on the comedy series Psych. Corbin knocked it out of the park playing Roger Dorn in the Major League moviess. Corbin talks about which cast members were the best and worst ball players and his experiences throwing out the first pitch. Horror fans know Corbin as Dr. Alan Feinstone from The Dentist movies. He recently appeared in the independent horror film, The Yeti. He is currently shopping his comedy-drama TV pilot called "Woodstockers."

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off this Friday edition by welcoming former MLB pitcher and Sportsnet Blue Jays Radio Analyst, Chris Leroux (0:30), in studio! They tee up José Soriano's Blue Jays debut, the Major League debut of Brett Bateman and what Spencer Miles' future looks like. Later, Ailish and Justin dive into the latest news surrounding the Kawhi Leonard saga, how they would feel about it had the Raptors not traded for Kawhi, what the ultimate punishment will be, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AWadd takes us into the second hour of the show as always taking a deep dive into the local NFL team on the Richmond Commander! We take your calls about the Commanders signing Stefon Diggs, what do the callers have to say about the newest member of the organization? The Commanders aren't the only team making moves around the NFL, from the Rams with Aarond Donald, the Giants with OBJ and the Colts with Jonothan Taylor the NFL has no shortage in storylines! AWadd and J$ jump into them and decipher the reporting! The Nats finally snapped the longest losing streak of the season with an etra innings victory over the Phillies. It took a little magic from CJ Abrams and old school NL baseball, but the moves the Nats made at the deadline shouldn't be regretted right? Plus are the Dodgers ruining baseball? Who can represent the AL and do they have a chance against the pennant winner from the national league? President of Richmond Raceway Lori Waran joins the show to talk about everything surrounding the Cookout 400 taking place August 14th and 15th! What can fans look forward to at the track in a few weeks! Tune in LIVE every weekday from 12-3 PM everywhere on the Audacy app and locally at 910 the fan and 105.1 FM for more AWadd Radio!!

Most parents judge a coach by the small part of the process they can see: the lineup, playing time, positions, and in-game decisions. But that is rarely the whole story. Before you talk to your son's coach, you need to understand what the coach may be evaluating behind the scenes—and how the way you start that conversation can determine whether you receive useful information or immediately create defensiveness. In this episode, MLB agent Matt Hannaford explains how to approach coaches with better questions, greater context, and a clearer understanding of whether a program genuinely knows and develops your son.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN How do coaches actually evaluate players for playing time, where they fit in the lineup, what positions they'll play, how they create development plans, and how to evaluate future opportunities? Matt answers the questions baseball parents ask most by combining feedback from coaches he respects with lessons from more than 25 years representing professional players and communicating with managers, general managers, team executives, and development staffs.   You'll learn: • Why parents often judge the entire process through the small part they can see. • Why you should not assign a motive before understanding the decision. • The difference between approaching a coach as an ally and approaching him as an adversary. • The exact question to ask instead of, "Why aren't you playing my son?" • How to separate facts from assumptions before contacting a coach. • When your son should speak to the coach before you do. • What a real player-development plan should include. • Why being moved from a position is not automatically a negative evaluation. • How to tell the difference between a difficult answer and a dishonest answer. • The warning signs that a program may not truly know, develop, or advocate for your son. The goal of the conversation is not to force the coach to agree with you. The goal is to understand the situation well enough to make a good decision.   EPISODE SUMMARY This episode addresses one of the most emotional and misunderstood parts of travel baseball: communicating with your son's coach. Matt begins by explaining the parent's visible experience. Parents see lineups, positions, playing time, tournament schedules, in-game decisions, and how frequently the coach communicates. Because those are the most visible parts of the experience, it is easy to assume they represent everything the coach is doing. They do not. Depending on the level and organization, a coach may also be evaluating individual development, physical readiness, confidence, defensive combinations, pitching availability, practice performance, reliability, roster construction, college fit, recruiting communication, organizational philosophy, and the long-term role of every player. Understanding that workload does not mean surrendering your standards. It means communicating with better context.   Greg from Overland Park, Kansas, asks how coaches evaluate a player for playing time when the family only sees the lineup. Matt shares the perspective of a coach who describes regular, in-depth conversations about each player's skill set, developmental needs, future role, and potential college fit. That leads to one of the episode's central lessons: Come to the coach as an ally, not an adversary. Instead of beginning with: "Why aren't you playing my son?" Try: "Coach, I'd like to better understand how you currently evaluate my son and what he needs to improve to earn more opportunity." The first question puts the coach on defense. The second creates an opportunity to receive information the family can actually use. Matt connects this to his own work representing Major League players. Before he contacts a manager about a client's role or playing time, the player generally needs to take ownership and have the conversation himself. The same principle applies as young players mature. Parents should not automatically solve every communication problem for their son. One of the most valuable things a baseball program can teach a player is how to advocate for himself respectfully.   Alicia from Round Rock, Texas, asks what a strong coaching staff should be doing for a 15-year-old player when there is no game on the schedule. Matt explains that development should be more than a word used during the recruiting process by that coach. A quality organization should be able to explain: • The player's current strengths and weaknesses. • What the staff is helping him improve. • What he should prioritize over the next 30 to 60 days. • How often his development is reviewed. • What position or role may fit him long term. • What level of college baseball appears realistic. • How the program supports players through recruiting. If development is promised but cannot be demonstrated, the family should ask better questions and evaluate the answers carefully.   Tony from Dublin, Ohio, asks about his son being moved away from shortstop. Matt challenges parents not to interpret every decision as personal. A position change may be based on defensive needs, roster construction, matchups, another player's current readiness, or a desire to develop greater versatility. The decision may be disappointing without being disrespectful. Do not assign a motive before you understand the decision.   Matt closes with a framework for evaluating the coach's response and the program itself.   Warning signs include: • The coach cannot explain how the player is evaluated. • Feedback remains consistently vague. • Expectations change without explanation. • Development is discussed but not demonstrated. • Recruiting claims cannot be verified. • The program discourages reasonable questions. • Communication becomes disrespectful or manipulative. • The coach does not appear to know the player's strengths, weaknesses, or goals.   Parents must also distinguish between a bad coach and an answer they simply do not like. A good coach may honestly say that a player is not ready, needs to become stronger, has been inconsistent, is not currently projecting at the level the family expects, or may be a better fit at another position. Do not confuse an answer that hurts with an answer that is dishonest. Better communication begins with better understanding. Learn how the coach thinks. Ask questions that create clarity. Give your son increasing ownership. Then evaluate whether the coach's answers and actions demonstrate that the program genuinely knows him, develops him, and has a thoughtful plan for where he is going. Matt closes with a checklist a coach sent him: the specific warning signs of a bad coach, from feedback that stays consistently vague to recruiting claims that can't be verified to a coach who never asks what the player's goals are.   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Why parents ask about coaches 1:19 — Coaches on the podcast so far 2:51 — The coach as the tool teacher 4:39 — Greg's playing-time question 12:44 — Ally not adversary 13:25 — How Matt talks to managers 20:07 — Alicia's development question 28:03 — Tony's shortstop question 34:11 — Warning signs of a bad coach   If this helped you, share it with another family who needs it before their next tournament. Have a question you want answered on a future episode? Email it in using the address below.   LINKS & RESOURCES Email your questions: matt@mostvaluableagent.com Last week's episode on travel baseball as a tool: https://youtu.be/QhiJnMSl2f8 Andy Burris / Five Star episode: https://youtu.be/9OnyuTDukH4   #CollegeRecruiting #TravelBaseball #YouthSports #BaseballParents #MVAPodcast  

The Giants pulled in a haul of prospects just before the trade deadline, but parted ways with six, yes SIX players on their major league roster. Buster Posey and management gave a clear sign that they were willing to do a near full rebuild. I mean, they still have talent on their roster, but they have waved the white flag for this season, and probably next season. We break down all five trades and pretty much don't talk about baseball ON the field this episode. We dabble in a little Schmitt injury and close it out with the sad-but-true Bader drunken scooter meets firetruck accident. There's nothing like it!www.torturecast.comfacebook.com/torturecast@torturecast

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle open Wednesday's show by reacting to George Lombard Jr.'s Major League debut for the Yankees, and questioning just how much the Giants plan to depend on a 33-year-old Odell Beckham Jr. this season. Is Jaxson Dart in trouble?

Nate Lavender made his Major League debut in the bottom of the 7th and got off to a quick start with a strikeout of Travis Bazzana and he sat down with Keith Raad to discuss pitching off a big league mound along with the journey that got him to that point.

The trade deadline has come and gone and the Cubs acquired 5 players to help their Major League squad: Kevin Gausman, Braxton Garrett, Ryan Zeferjahn, Clay Holmes, and Tyrone Taylor.In this episode, Greg Huss and Greg Zumach review what the trades mean for the Cubs system as a whole and detail the 7 players the team traded away: Jefferson Rojas, Mason McGwire, Jonathon Long, Jace Beck, Brett Bateman, Ty Southisene, and Moises Ballesteros.

Dan, Manny, & Billy put the 1989 baseball comedy classic Major League (1989) to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST!   “We've been doing a load of dog shit so far and we [were in] need of a win. We needed a definite win." -Dan Dissinger   Oh man! The journey to 1000 episodes starts with this 1989 classic Major League, a comedy that was able to both be offensive, heartwarming, exciting, have a love story, and is probably in the top 5 of baseball movies of all time. It's been a rough journey for our host and like Dan said, they really needed a win. Major League has a killer cast, yet unfortunately only 2 and a quarter speaking roles for women. With new movies and our lives being sanitized of color watching Major League reminds the audience of a time when films, lives, clothes, and the overall world was a fun place to live. Sure, it wasn't perfect, but the men and woman looked like people. The bodies were real bodies. It was more okay to age. Actors were age appropriate for their parts. Suspending disbelief was so much easier. The guys talk all about these things while reciting their favorite lines, laughing about the many training montages, giving the late Bob Uecker his flowers, and talking about the power and lasting legacy of baseball movies like The Natural, Field of Dreams, and A League of Their Own. All of this was going on while the New York Knicks were being destroyed in game 3 of the NBA Finals. You can listen to the other episodes where the guys talk about the mall while The Knicks are playing and then hear their reactions to the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history. So, grab your baseball mitt, your best friends, fill a cooler with beer, and fire up the grill because baseball season is underway and this episode will have everyone singing “Wild Thing.” ***   If you love what we're doing and want to support the podcast so we can keep this show going with better equipment and maybe meet up with each other to do some in-person recording, sponsor to The Nostalgia Test:  buymeacoffee.com/nostalgiatest   Lastly, we're looking to be booked for podcast appearances, hosting gigs and parties, maybe you have a block party coming up, a BBQ that you want to be Nostalgia themed and you're looking to make it seriously memorable, a reunion, etc., contact us to book the podcast. We're ready to Get Nostalgic With You:  Contact For Booking   *** Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, and topics for our next Nostalgia Test! Suggest A Test & Be Our Guest! We're always looking for a fun new topic for The Nostalgia Test. Hit the link above, tell us what you'd like to see tested, and be our guest for that episode! ***   Approximate Rundown 00:00 Major League Kickoff 00:27 Knicks Game Banter 01:08 Why This Movie Rules 01:59 Plot Setup & Ted Lasso 03:31 Personal Nostalgia Story 04:32 Baseball Movies & Misfits 05:46 Team Names & Mascots 08:08 Cast Talk Berenger vs Sheen 09:49 Jumping into the Movie 12:49 Quotes C Iconic Scenes 15:32 Spring Training & Trivia 19:45 Bob Uecker Steals It 23:21 Love Story Complaints 25:46 Winning Streak and Pacing 31:59 Can You Make This Today 35:16 Charlie Sheen Fastball Trivia 35:45 Halftime Superstition Spiral 36:32 Uecker Improvs & Steroids 38:22 Sheen Career Highs & Lows 41:30 Ranking Baseball Movies 47:40 Field of Dreams Road Trip 50:41 Signs and Sign Stealing 53:08 Major League II & Snipes 59:29 Nostalgia Test Verdict 01:00:50 Wrap Up & Plug   *** Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events!  The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!       Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. Other music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected

Dodgers vs Everyone Who is really at fault for the current state of Major League baseball and the Dodgers roster specifically? Is it the Dodgers fault or are other teams just cheap? :30- We have Breaking Mariners trade news! The Mariners have acquired OF Taylor Ward from the Orioles and didn't have to give up much for the rental player. How are we feeling about it? :45- We close out the show with one last thing!

Before he was a two-time World Series champion and four-time All-Star, Pepper Martin was jumping freight trains to spring training to save a dime. After he retired, he was choking out an umpire in Havana. In between: smoke bombs disguised as a fire emergency, a painting crew that wasn't hired to paint, a hospital room cowboy band concert nobody asked for, a stint running an Oklahoma City hockey team, and a batting line across two World Series that's still a Major League record today. Jeff traces the full career of Johnny Leonard Roosevelt "Pepper" Martin — the Wild Horse of the Osage — from a cotton farm in Temple, Oklahoma to a fistfight in Cuba, with stops at Comiskey Park, the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel (twice), and Branch Rickey's office.   Also in this episode: Jeff and Mark remember Blue Jays closer Duane Ward, who passed away at 62 during a reunion for Toronto's back-to-back championship teams. A position player picks up a two-RBI single off a catcher making his first career pitching appearance. Mets utility man Jose Iglesias/Canelita heads to Broadway for the Buena Vista Social Club musical. And Wax Pack Heroes returns with a batch of 1972 Topps cards sent in by a listener.   Topics: Pepper Martin, Wild Horse of the Osage, St. Louis Cardinals, Gas House Gang, 1931 World Series, 1934 World Series, Philadelphia Athletics, Connie Mack, Branch Rickey, Dizzy Dean, Leo Durocher, Frankie Frisch, Bellevue-Stratford Hotel, Mississippi Mudcats, Oklahoma City Warriors, Miami Sun Sox, Florida International League, Havana baseball history, Vallie Eaves, Duane Ward, Jose Iglesias, Buena Vista Social Club, 1972 Topps, Wax Pack Heroes   00:00 Cold Open Banter 01:31 Remembering Duane Ward 03:14 Pitcher Gets a Hit 05:41 Jose Iglesias Hits Broadway 08:32 Time Machine to Havana 11:17 Pepper Martin Revealed 12:28 From Oklahoma to the Cards 15:39 1931 Breakout World Series 16:46 Vaudeville and Sophomore Slump 21:07 Pranks and Gas House Gang 25:56 Barnstorming and Hospital Hijinks 27:50 Branch Rickey Lays Down Law 30:30 Final All Star and Mud Cats Band 32:23 Minor League Manager and 1944 Return 33:27 Pepper Martin Later Years 34:55 Freight Train To Spring 36:04 Clubhouse Legend Wrap 36:42 Wax Pack Heroes Begins 56:02 Scoreboard And Fan Poll 57:32 Outro And Socials   Connect With Us: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@twostrikenoise Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/twostrikenoise BlueSky: @twostrikenoise.bsky.social Email: twostrikenoise@gmail.com   Support a Great Cause: Don't let your common cards collect dust! Donate them to help spark a child's interest in the game at http://commons4kids.org/.   #baseballhistory #mlb #baseball #BaseballCards #TwoStrikeNoise #popculture

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Send us Fan MailHillbilly hard work meets Major League dreams. 18-year-old Brady Smith joins American Roots Outdoors fresh off being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2025 MLB Draft. Alongside his parents Brad and Erica and younger brother Bryn, Brady shares the emotional story of draft day, the years of grinding that got him there, and why he chose the pros over college ball at Wichita State. The Smith family also opens up about their Ozarks roots, faith, and love of hunting and fishing on the Current River — plus a full breakdown of how to clean and fry up a mess of suckers.Chapters:0:00 — Intro & Sponsor Messages0:59 — Show Open: Cardinals & Brewers Talk2:18 — Meet Brady Smith and Family3:26 — Draft Day Story6:08 — Brady's Baseball Journey9:56 — Who Is Brady Smith18:14 — College Path & Cardinals Snub19:20 — Hunting and Fishing with the Smiths27:39 — Faith, Family, and the Future35:07 — College vs. Pro Debate37:06 — Closing Thoughts38:36 — Bonus Segment: Cooking Suckers42:40 — Wrap-Up & Sign-OffMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Giants outfielder Grant McCray discusses learning to balance his competitive nature with the need to stay focused and not get too high or too low in the course of a long MLB season.as well as his relationship with his manager Tony Vitello, and how their conversations have grown more in-depth since he returned to the team. He shares his thoughts on the challenges of controlling the zone and making good swing decisions, and how this has been a key area of focus for him this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 3 we continue with Mike Boddicker talking about the Royals, and the nature the possible work stoppage in baseball, and how other leagues salary caps work in comparison to what Major League owners and the Players union are battling over. Next we are joined by ESPN NFL analyst Jeremy Fowler who is in Miami for Dolphins camp. Nate and Jeremy talk about headlines from around the NFL. Nate, Deebs, Jake, and Todd Leabo finish the hour listening to a clip from Chiefs President Mark Donovan in regards to the new stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Cline - Strength/Conditioning Coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks - joins us for the 161st episode of MTN. On today's show, Scott takes us through a bit of his life while navigating the 162 game schedule of the MLB, but we spend the majority of the conversation in discussion around speed development application within baseball. We talk in multiple avenues, linear, multi-directional, and curvilinear. This was an interesting episode with someone who has a diverse background in performanceScott has a six week applied speed cohort starting next week (!) in which he takes you through a curriculum around the coaching eye, application of T&F to team sport, and much more. Email Scott directly at scott.cline14@yahoo.com to sign up!Follow Scott on IG @scline_14Find and follow us on social media @mtn_perform and check back each Wednesday for a new episodeIf you enjoy the podcast and want a deeper look into every episode, head over to: mtninsider.netlify.app for a chance to take a look into every guest, every episode, but dive a mile deeper into every topic. Huge shoutout to our newest partner: Hytro. Hytro is the answer for performance BFR in our space and we are thrilled to have them partner with MTN. Find out more about Hytro and everything they have to offer ⁠right here: https://hytro.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid-media&utm_campaign=partner&utm_content=podcast&utm_term=foundationalA huge Thank You to our sponsor, Hawkin Dynamics: Hawkin is the world leader in force measuring, and continues to put forth the tools for high-performance practitioners to be exactly that, high performers. If you haven't yet checked out Hawkins - head over to their website at: https://www.hawkindynamics.com/ and check out everything they have to offerMake sure to check out our sponsor, Samson Equipment: Samson is a leader in manufacturing elite weight room equipment (and have been for nearly 50 years). Founded by Dave and Linda Schroeder, Samson is weight room equipment made by coaches for coaches. Check them out at samsonequipment.com for more informationShoutout to our sponsor, 1080 Motion. The 1080 Sprint is the single best piece of training equipment in the world & has continually changed the game for training speed, strength, and power. Go to 1080motion.com to learn more

Who were the biggest MLB prospect standouts from Week 16 of the 2026 Minor League Baseball season?Join Tim Kanak (@FantasyAceball) for another episode of the T-10 MLB Prospects of the Week, breaking down the hottest performers across Minor League Baseball.

Do the Mets need a manager with Major League experience? Host of "Yankees Avenue", Dan Rourke says he loves what Jazz Chisholm has been doing but, he has to keep it up the rest of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices