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Matt Holliday played 15 seasons in the big leagues with the Rockies, A's, Cardinals and Yankees. He is a seven-time MLB All-Star, a 2011 World Series champion and a 2007 NLCS MVP.Jackson Holliday is an infielder with the Baltimore Orioles. He was selected number one overall by Baltimore in the 2022 MLB Amateur Draft. He made his MLB debut in April of 2024.Ethan Holliday is a high school senior at Stillwater High School in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He is considered a top prospect and is expected to be one of the top players selected at the 2025 MLB Amateur Draft.Matt, Jackson and Ethan will be featured on the cover of our Spring 2025 Sports Spectrum magazine.Today, (2:08) we sit down with Matt, Jackson and Ethan to talk about their baseball journey, the unique family bond they have, experiencing Jackson's MLB debut, favorite baseball players and how proud Matt is to see his sons following Jesus.Email us with your questions, thoughts , guest ideas or if you'd like to advertise with us: jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum'sWhat's Up Podcast -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum'sGet in the Game Podcast -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7
Alex Call is a professional baseball player with the Washington Nationals. He was originally selected in the third round of the 2016 MLB Amateur Draft by the Chicago White Sox. He made his MLB debut in July of 2022 with the Cleveland Guardians. He was selected off of waivers by Washington in 2023 and played in 128 games for the Nationals that season, hitting 8 home runs. In 2024, Call played in 30 games with the Nationals and hit .343 with 5 stolen bases in 99 at bats. Today on the podcast, Alex Call shares his journey through the ups and downs of professional baseball in the past year and discusses the challenges of injuries, the pressure of performance, and the role of prayer in finding new approaches to the game. Alex reflects on the significance of contentment in all circumstances and the balance between family life and a demanding sports career. WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
Jake and Rick break down the third and final part of their MLB Mock Draft series, where they make predictions for picks 21 through 30 in the first round. They also review the Super Regional round of the NCAA Baseball Tournament and the first few games of the College World Series in Omaha, NE. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Jake and Rick break down the third and final part of their MLB Mock Draft series, where they make predictions for picks 21 through 30 in the first round. They also review the Super Regional round of the NCAA Baseball Tournament and the first few games of the College World Series in Omaha, NE. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
The boys are back! Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart talk about the Angels first quarter results and give their grades on the club as of May 18th, 2024. What is it going to take for the fan to invest time & money into following this team throughout this season? The guys also discuss the Ron Washington / Luis Guillorme failed bunt controversy. Was Ron Washington fed promises on acquiring talent that were not kept upon his hiring? Is he frustrated with the front office? The guys also touch a little bit on the upcoming MLB Amateur Draft. Much more….
Darryl Strawberry is a former MLB player and was the No. 1 overall selection in the 1980 MLB Amateur Draft by the New York Mets. He made his MLB debut in May 1983 and would go on to play 17 seasons with the Mets, Dodgers, Giants and Yankees. He is an eight-time MLB All-Star and a four-time World Series champion. In 2010, Strawberry was inducted into the New York Mets Hall of Fame and on June 1, 2024, Strawberry's number 18 jersey will be retired by the Mets. Today on the podcast, we talk to Darryl Strawberry on his number being retired by his former team, suffering a heart attack on March 11, 2024, trusting in God's healing and continuing to live the rest of his life for Jesus. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
Jason Adam is a pitcher with the Tampa Bay Rays. In 2022, he helped the Rays to a postseason berth, pitching in 67 games with an ERA of 1.56. In 2023, he pitched in 56 games and helped the Rays to another postseason appearance. Originally drafted by the Royals in the fifth round of the 2010 MLB Amateur Draft, he made his MLB debut May 5, 2018, with Kansas City. In 2019, he pitched with the Blue Jays in Toronto and then signed with Chicago, splitting time with the big-league club and their Triple-A affiliate in Iowa in 2020 and 2021. Today on the podcast, we talk to Adam about standing firm in his faith, claiming Jesus for his family, being bold and the gratitude and appreciation he has for his baseball career. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
Jackson Holliday was the number one overall pick in the 2022 MLB Amateur Draft by the Baltimore Orioles. In 2023, he was named Baseball America's Minor League Player of the Year. Ethan Holliday is a high school junior and currently ranked number one by Baseball America top MLB Draft prospects. Today on the podcast, Annabelle Hasselbeck talks to the Holliday brothers about their baseball journey, pressure being a privilege, having a competitive mindset, tuning out the noise, living for Jesus and Jackson Holliday's wedding to his wife Chloe. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click here to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
With only one professional season under his belt, Gabriel Rincones Jr. is quickly emerging as one of the Philadelphia Phillies' best prospects. This week, he visits the Jack Vita Show to talk baseball, growing up in Scotland, pickleball, life, his Christian faith, and more! The Phillies selected Rincones out of Florida Atlantic University in the third round of the 2022 MLB Amateur Draft. Rincones was unable to play in a professional game that season, upon being drafted, as he rehabbed a preexisting shoulder injury. Rincones made his pro debut in 2023, appearing in 120 games between High-A Jersey Shore and Single-A Clearwater, slashing a cumulative .248/.351/.778 with 15 home runs and 61 RBI on the year. Rincones also played in the Arizona Fall League, where he broke out, slashing .293/.426/.889 with two home runs and 14 RBI across 22 games for the Scottsdale Scorpions. Rincones was named a Fall Star, earning a start in the 2023 Fall Stars Game. He also participated in the Home Run Derby. Rincones has lived a very unique life. His father, Gabriel Rincones Sr., was a minor league pitcher who played in the Seattle Mariners' farm system. Rincones Jr. spent parts of childhood in Venezuela, Scotland and Florida. Rincones lived in Scotland for six years. Rincones currently ranks as the no. 9 prospect in the Phillies' farm system, according to MLB Pipeline. Rincones visits the Jack Vita Show to discuss his time playing in the Fall League. What was he working on, and what did he learn? How did he enjoy the experience? Rincones also opens up and discusses his Christian faith. At what point in Gabriel's life did he become a Christian and put Christ at the center of his life? How has Jesus changed his life, since Gabe made a commitment to follow him? Gabe shares about what it was like growing up in Scotland. He also discusses personal hobbies such as FIFA, pickleball and Spikeball. All this, and much more! You can follow Gabriel on Instagram, @gabriel_rinconesjr.
Tim Hudson is a former MLB pitcher who played 17 seasons with the A's, Braves and Giants. He was originally selected in the sixth round of the 1997 MLB Amateur Draft by the Oakland A's after playing collegiately at Auburn University. During his stellar career, Hudson was a four-time All-Star, won 222 career games and in 2014, won a World Series with the Giants. He is one of only 15 pitchers to have a victory against every team. In 2018, he was inducted into the Atlanta Braves Hall of Fame and the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. Today on the podcast we talked to Tim Hudson about his storied MLB career, pitching at Yankee Stadium a month after the 9/11 attacks, trusting in God's plan and living out his faith as a baseball player. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine
He played for Major League Baseball's Montreal Expos after having been chosen by them in the ninth round of the 1997 MLB Amateur Draft out of Jacksonville University. At that school he hit better than .330 each season with the Dolphins, including a school record .450 batting average in 1997, when he earned multiple honors. As a student-athlete he had previously played at Lurleen B. Wallace Community College in Alabama, where he was a two-time all-conference selection. After having been an administrator and coach for the Pensacola Pelicans/Blue Wahoos Baseball Club for nine years, he currently runs Coach T's Hit Lab, offering professional batting lessons and baseball clinics, as well as youth, high school, college and pro evaluations and analysis.
Rich Maloney is the head baseball coach at Ball State University. In 2023, he led his team to a Mid-American conference championship and reached the NCAA Regionals. As a player, Maloney was selected in the 13th round of the 1986 MLB Amateur Draft by the Atlanta Braves and played six seasons in the Braves organization before retiring after reaching AA in 1991. Maloney began his head coaching career at Ball State from 1996-2001 and then went to Michigan to coach the Wolverines from 2003-2012. In 2013, he returned to Ball State, where he remains as a coach today. He is a four-time Mid-American Conference Coach of the Year and has 954 career wins as a head coach. Today on the podcast, we talk to Rich Maloney about the importance of culture within the clubhouse, the importance of developing leaders, receiving divine appointments and being an ambassador for Christ. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine
Dan Venezia is a former pro baseball player who was selected in the 36th round of the 1993 MLB Amateur Draft by the Minnesota Twins after a stellar college career at Concordia University in New York. He played three seasons of minor league baseball before his career came to an end at the age of 23. Today on the podcast we talk to Dan Venezia about being drafted by the Twins, playing against one of his childhood heroes, surviving two near-death experiences and how that brought him back to Jesus. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine
Sid Bream is a former MLB player with the Dodgers, Pirates, Braves and Astros. He was selected in the second round of the 1981 MLB Amateur Draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers after playing his college baseball at Liberty University. He made his MLB debut in September of 1983 with the Dodgers. In 1985 he joined the Pirates and played five full seasons there before joining the Atlanta Braves in 1991. He finished his career in 1994 with the Astros. In Atlanta, he played in two World Series in 1991 and 1992 and scored the game winning run in Game 7 of the 1992 NLCS against Pittsburgh. Today on the podcast, we talk to Sid Bream about his NLCS moment in 1992, the platform that gave him to share his faith in Jesus and the importance of being a spiritual leader during his MLB playing days. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine
Alex Call is a professional baseball player with the Washington Nationals organization. He was selected in the third round of the 2016 MLB Amateur Draft by the White Sox. He was traded to Cleveland in 2018 and after six years in the minor leagues, he made his MLB debut in July of 2022. In college, Call was a star at Ball State University, winning the 2016 MAC Player of the Year and a Louisville Slugger First Team All-American. Today on the podcast, we talk to Alex Call about his baseball journey, his desire to follow God's plan, growing in his faith, fighting against performance-based approval, and the experience he had in the Dominican Republic and with Compassion International late in 2022. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine
On the Farm - LaMar (@InsideFastball) and Jake (@jakemaish) are joined by Alex Chase to discuss the selections in the 1st two rounds of the 2023 MLB Amateur Draft. The trio look back at the '22 Draft and what it told us from a dynasty standpoint before digging into the early FYPD implications of Day 1 of the draft. 00:30 - Intro 08:00 - Brief look back at 2022 MLB Draft 15:20 - The top 5, who went where and what does it mean for FYPD rankings? 32:00 - Second-tier stars C Kyle Teel, UVA P Noble Meyer, Jesuit HS (OR) 2B Tommy Troy, Stanford OF Chase Davis, Arizona SS Arjun Nimmala, Strawberry Crest (FL) 1:25:00 - Superlatives Biggest Reach Most surprising fall Circle this name: Guys that you paying close attention Hate to see it: Guys whose FYPD value may be hurt by their org Late-round FYPD players to watch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the Farm - LaMar (@InsideFastball) and Jake (@jakemaish) are joined by Alex Chase to discuss the selections in the 1st two rounds of the 2023 MLB Amateur Draft. The trio look back at the '22 Draft and what it told us from a dynasty standpoint before digging into the early FYPD implications of Day 1 of the draft.00:30 - Intro08:00 - Brief look back at 2022 MLB Draft15:20 - The top 5, who went where and what does it mean for FYPD rankings?32:00 - Second-tier stars C Kyle Teel, UVA P Noble Meyer, Jesuit HS (OR) 2B Tommy Troy, Stanford OF Chase Davis, Arizona SS Arjun Nimmala, Strawberry Crest (FL) 1:25:00 - Superlatives Biggest Reach Most surprising fall Circle this name: Guys that you paying close attention Hate to see it: Guys whose FYPD value may be hurt by their org Late-round FYPD players to watch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Victor Rojas shares some never heard before insight into the Arte Moreno exploratory sale of the team, we discuss at length the Shohei Ohtani situation, what are the Angels chances coming out of the break, their injuries and who they may select in today's 2023 MLB Amateur Draft in the first round.
Walker Martin is a baseball player who just finished his high school career at Eaton High School in Eaton, Colorado. In 2023, his senior season, he hit .633 with 50 hits in 79 at bats and led the nation in home runs with 20 in just 29 games. His team won three consecutive state baseball titles with a combined 78-3 record in 2021, 2022, and 2023. For his baseball success, he was named the Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Colorado. The two-sport star was Eaton's starting QB and led the team to three consecutive state football titles and won the Class 3A state football player of the year. He is committed to Arkansas to play baseball but is expected to be a first round pick in the 2023 MLB Amateur Draft and could turn pro depending on where he is selected. Today on the podcast, Walker Martin shares about his love for God, the importance of prayer and trusting in God and in the process as he gets ready to make a big decision on his future. Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine
Dan Zielinski III of BaseballProspectJournal.com joins Steve "Sparky" Fifer to discuss the upcoming MLB Amateur Draft. The guys discuss Dan's latest mock draft and who he has the Milwaukee Brewers selecting vs who Sparky would like to see the Brewers select. Sparky gets fired up in this one!!
Rhett Bollinger has covered the Los Angeles Angels on MLB.com since 2019. This week, he joins us on the Jack Vita Show to discuss the latest news and stories from around Major League Baseball. Perhaps the best story of the week is the rapid emergence of Angels outfielder Mickey Moniak. In 2016, the Philadelphia Phillies made Moniak the no. 1 overall pick in the MLB Amateur Draft. Moniak made his Major League debut in 2020, appearing in eight games in the COVID-shortened season. He played in 21 games in 2021. Over 29 games between 2020 and 2021, Moniak struggled to find success, slashing just .128/.241/.432 with one home run and three RBI in 55 plate appearances. Moniak spent the majority of the 2022 season in the minors, and at the trade deadline, the Phillies gave up on their former top prospect, sending him to the Angels in a swap for starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard. Moniak impressed in the Cactus League this spring. Had the Angels not signed veteran outfielder Brett Phillips to a Major League deal, Moniak may have cracked the club's Opening Day roster. Moniak was recently called up to the Angels' big league team. Through his first ten games, Moniak is slashing a remarkable .419/.438/1.373 with four home runs and seven RBI. Phillips was recently designated for assignment, and it appears Moniak is here to stay in the big leagues, at least for the time being. Rhett and Jack discuss Moniak's hot start, and Jack shares a Moniak story from spring training. The Angels are off to a strong 28-23 start. The club hasn't posted a winning season since 2015, and hasn't made a postseason appearance since 2015. Rhett and Jack talk about why this year feels different, though. Is this the Angels' best team since winning the American League West in 2014? They also discuss the impact of manager Phil Nevin, and why he appears to be a better fit to manage this Angels team than Joe Maddon. Shohei Ohtani is in the final year of his contract with the Angels. Is there a realistic possibility that he could get traded before this summer's trade deadline? Where will Ohtani sign when he hits the open market? Do the Angels have a good chance of keeping the 2021 American League MVP? Rhett weighs in. Later, Jack shares his idea to stop tanking in professional sports. Plus, what if MLB split its league into two leagues and started using relegation? All this, and much more, in the latest episode of the Jack Vita Show! Prior to covering the Angels, Rhett was MLB.com's Minnesota Twins beat reporter from 2011 through 2018. He attended USC, and in this episode, he shares his best Will Ferrell story. You can follow Rhett (@RhettBollinger) on Twitter and check out his work at MLB.com.
Tyler Keele is a former pro baseball player who is currently serving in baseball ministry with UPI. He was selected in the 15th round of the 2016 MLB Amateur Draft by the Arizona Diamondbacks after a college career at Morehead State University. Keele played three seasons of pro baseball, reaching as high as AAA in 2018. In 2020, he joined Unlimited Potential Inc and is serving pro baseball players as the chaplain with the Tennessee Smokies, the AA affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. Today on the podcast, Tyler shares his journey to Jesus, serving in ministry, the death of his father and the incredible story involving a homeless man in Montana that ultimately changed the trajectory of his life. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum.com/newsletter
Clay Holmes is a relief pitcher with the New York Yankees. In 2022, he settled in as the Yankees closer finishing with 20 saves, an ERA of 2.54 and a spot on the American League All-Star team. In the 2022 postseason, he helped the Yankees to the American League Championship series and allowed zero runs in 5 postseason appearances. Holmes was originally selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 9th round of the 2011 MLB Amateur Draft and made his MLB debut in April of 2018 with Pittsburgh. He would remain there until a mid-season trade in 2021 to New York. Today on the podcast, we talk to Clay Holmes about growing up the son of a pastor, the impact his father had on him to serve others, being patient in his baseball career and finding his identity in Jesus. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum.com/newsletter
Scott Spiezio played 12 seasons with the Angels, Cardinals and Mariners and A's. He was selected in the sixth round of the 1993 MLB Amateur Draft by Oakland and made his MLB debut in September 1996. He was a member of two World Series championship teams in 2002 with the Angels and 2006 with the Cardinals. He retired after the 2007 season and for many years battled addiction and health issues and was able to get sober a few years ago. Today on the podcast, we talk to Scott Spiezio about his baseball journey, winning World Series, the battle he had with addiction, God giving him a new life and his desire now to help others. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum.com/newsletter
Kerry Carpenter is an outfielder and designated hitter with the Detroit Tigers. He was selected in the 19th round of the 2019 MLB Amateur Draft by Detroit and made his MLB debut on August 10, 2022. In 98 minor league games in 2022, he hit .313 with 30 home runs and was named Eastern League (AA) Player of the Month in May. A few months later he was recalled to the big league club and in 31 games with the Tigers, he hit .252 with 6 home runs. Today on the podcast, we talk to Kerry Carpenter about his 2022 season, getting called up to the big leagues, giving his life to Christ after his dad's death and finding a true identity in Jesus. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://TheIncrease.com
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to discuss his preseason 2023 Chicago White Sox top prospect list. The show explored a number of noteworthy names, including Colson Montgomery, Cristian Mena, Noah Schultz, Peyton Pallette, Jonathan Cannon, Norge Vera, Wilfred Veras and several more. Callis also provided an early MLB Amateur Draft preview, as well as an evaluation of how the Sox's organization has improved over the last year-plus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yan Gomes is a catcher with the Chicago Cubs. He was selected in the 10th round of the 2009 MLB Amateur Draft by the Blue Jays and three years later, he made his MLB debut in May of 2012 with Toronto. His baseball journey has taken him from Toronto to Cleveland, Washington, Oakland and Chicago. In 2018, Gomes was named to the American League All-Star Game and in 2019, he was a member of the Washington Nationals World Series championship team where he caught the final out to secure a Game 7 victory. Today on the podcast, Jade McCarthy talk to Yan Gomes about the evolution of his faith, helping other teammates in their journey, being baptized and going from fan to follower of Jesus. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. - http://TheIncrease.com
Trevor Rosenthal is a professional baseball pitcher who has been in the Major Leagues since 2012. Originally selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 21st round of the 2009 MLB Amateur Draft, Rosenthal made his MLB debut three years later and became a staple in the St. Louis bullpen. In 2015 Rosenthal was named the National League All-Star team and finished second in saves in both 2014 and 2015. After going through some difficult seasons and dealing with injuries, he returned in the shortened 2020 season and had 11 saves helping the Padres to a playoff berth. Today on the podcast, we talk to Trevor Rosenthal about trusting in God over the past five years as his baseball career has seen ups and downs and twists and turns. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com
Austin Adams is a MLB pitcher who was selected in the 8th round of the 2012 MLB Amateur Draft by the Angels. He was traded to the Nationals and spent three seasons with Washington (2017-19), one with Seattle (2019) and then three with the Padres (2020-2022). Today on the podcast, we talk to Austin Adams about giving his life to Christ in August 2021, living a life of surrender, making his MLB debut with Washington in 2017 and why his faith has led him to serve with Compassion International. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com
Tommy Edman is an infielder with the St. Louis Cardinals. After a stellar college career at Stanford, Edman was selected in the sixth round of the 2016 MLB Amateur Draft by St. Louis and made his MLB debut a few years later in 2019. In 2021, Edman won a Gold Glove for his defensive effort at second base. In 2022, he hit .265 with 13 home runs, 57 RBIs, 31 doubles, and 32 stolen bases. Today on the podcast, we talk to Edman about his journey with Christ, the impact teammates in St. Louis have had on his faith, being a switch-hitter and how he approaches the highs and lows of a long MLB season. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com
Mark Appel was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2013 MLB Amateur Draft by the Houston Astros. In 2015, he was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies, but in 2018 at the age of 26, he stepped away from baseball. After three years, he announced he was making a comeback to chase his MLB dream and return to pitch professionally. He appeared in 23 games with the Phillies' Double- and Triple-A affiliates in 2021, striking out 60 batters in 71.1 innings pitched. In 2022, his dream was realized as he made his MLB debut in June with the Phillies. He would appear in 6 games, allowing two earned runs in 10.1 innings. Today on the podcast, we talk to Appel about achieving his MLB dream, remaining patient with God's plan and why he's building himself a super-van to drive around the country with. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com
Jackson Holliday was selected first overall in the 2022 MLB Amateur Draft by the Baltimore Orioles. Holliday attended Stillwater High School in Stillwater, Oklahoma and finished his senior year batting.685 with 17 home runs, 79 RBI and 30 stolen bases over 40 games. He was named the Oklahoma Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year and wa also awarded an ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove. Jackson's father is Matt Holliday, the eight-time MLB All-Star with the Colorado Rockies and St. Louis Cardinals and currently the Cardinals bench coach. Today on the podcast, we talk to Jackson Holliday about his 2022 and what it was like to go from high school to being drafted and playing pro baseball in the span of a few weeks. We also hear about Jackson's faith and the lessons he's learned about following Christ from his parents Matt and Leslee. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. - http://TheIncrease.com
Jacob House is a former professional baseball player who is currently serving with Sports Spectrum as a marketing integration manager. In college, Jacob played baseball with Arkansas in the SEC and Texas A&M in the Big 12. In his two seasons with the Aggies, House hit over .300 twice and had 108 RBI in 128 games played and helped his team to a Big 12 Championship in 2011 as well as a birth at the Men's College World Series that same year." In 2012, Jacob was selected in the 20th round of the MLB Amateur Draft by the Arizona Diamondbacks. He would play just one season in Single A ball in the minor leagues, hitting .281 in 36 games before walking away from the game he played since he was a kid. Today on the podcast, we talk to Jacob about his baseball journey, serving in sports ministry, his time at Texas A&M, his testimony of faith, walking away from his baseball dream and finding his true identity and purpose. Receive our 10-day Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here.
Doug reacts to the report that Deshaun Watson and the NFLPA may sue the NFL if Watson is suspended for the entire 2022 season. Former MLB All-Star Matt Holliday joins Doug to give insight on participating in the Home Run Derby and talk about the thrill of having his son, Jackson Holliday, being selected first overall in the MLB Amateur Draft. Former NFL WR and Up On Game Host TJ Houshmandzadeh stops by to preview Mac Jones' sophomore season in New England. Plus, Juan Soto turning down nearly half-a-billion is insane! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Doug explains why Russell Westbrook firing his agent is not going to change his perception around the league. Doug reacts to SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey giving his thoughts on the current College Football Playoff. Former MLB All-Star OF Matt Holliday stops by to explain what it is like to participate in the Home Run Derby and celebrate the thrill of his son, Jackson, being selected first overall in the MLB Amateur Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on The Bronx Muchachos Podcast, the boys are joined once again by their Resident Minor League Guru Paul Woodin of Prospects 1500, to discuss his midseason Top 50 rankings. Also, players might get traded at the deadline to help bring in talent to solidify the roster for the October push. Who the Yankees might draft in the 2022 MLB Amateur Draft. Lastly, they address the elephant in the room and the debate of who should be the starting Shortstop IKF or Peraza. #NYYankees #MLB #BronxMuchachos --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
On this episode, Jesse and Derek are discussing the D-backs winning their third game of the season over the Giants, Christian Walker being snubbed for the Home Run Derby, and drafting second in the MLB Amateur Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mike Rankin and James Fox took a trip around the American League Central to learn about White Sox division foes ahead of the 2022 MLB Amateur Draft. Rogelio Castillo of Tigers Minor League Report & Woodward Sports in Detroit, Alex Duvall of Royals Farm Report, Seth Stohs of Twins Daily and Jeff Ellis of Locked on Guardians provided insight on their respective team's organizational philosophies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bobby Magallanes is the assistant hitting coach with the Atlanta Braves. As a player, he was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the 50th round of the 1989 MLB Amateur Draft and played several seasons in the minors before moving to play professionally in the Mexican League. In 2002, he began his career as a coach and spent several seasons in the minor leagues coaching in the Angels, White Sox and Guardians organizations before moving to the Braves in 2019. After spending the Covid 2020 season as a minor league assistant hitting coordinator, Bobby finally made it to the major leagues in 2021 and was named as the assisting hitting coach with the Atlanta Braves. In his first season in 2021, he was part of a World Series championship team as the Braves beat the Astros in 6 games. Today on the podcast, we talk to Bobby Magallanes about his long and winding baseball journey, staying the course of faith and never failing to trust God when things don't seem to be going the way he would want. He also looks back at the amazing 2021 MLB season and the emotions of making it to the majors and winning a World Series championship. Receive our FREE Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here.
Horacio Ramirez was selected in the fifth round of the 1997 MLB Amateur Draft by the Atlanta Braves and made his MLB debut on April 2, 2003 with Atlanta. His career saw him pitch with the Braves, Royals, Mariners, White Sox and the Angels. He last pitched in a major league game in September 2011. A big part of Ramirez's journey has been serving, and he's currently involved with Water Mission, a Christian engineering ministry that fights the global water crisis. He recently took a trip to Mexico and visiting several areas where Water Mission is serving. Today on the podcast, we talk to Horacio Ramirez about his faith in Jesus fueling him to serve with Water Mission, lessons learned on the mound from teammates John Smoltz and Greg Maddux, and his new hobby of collecting baseball cards. Receive our 10-day Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here.
He is a veteran Major League Baseball pitcher. He has appeared in over 540 games and pitched close to 860 innings and is in his 13th season of MLB, with 2022 being his sixth season with San Diego, making him the second-longest tenured Padre. He spent seven years with the Washington Nationals, who had selected him in the 2005 MLB Amateur Draft out of the University of Dayton, where he made 60 pitching appearances after also having pitched for his high school baseball team as well.
On the Farm - LaMar Gibson (@InsideFastball) finishes his look back over the 1st round in the 2018 MLB Amateur Draft while also introducing a new segment, "Prospects to Pros". Welcome (1:00) Prospects to Pros (2:00) Picks #18 - 35 Signoff (44:30) Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus
On the Farm - LaMar Gibson (@InsideFastball) finishes his look back over the 1st round in the 2018 MLB Amateur Draft while also introducing a new segment, "Prospects to Pros". Welcome (1:00) Prospects to Pros (2:00) Picks #18 - 35 Signoff (44:30)
On the Farm - LaMar Gibson (@InsideFastball) looks back this week and reviews the first half of the 1st round in the 2018 MLB Amateur Draft, breaking down players selected, where they stand 4 years later fantasy-wise and what the future could hold for them. Welcome (1:00) Picks #1 - 17 Mailbag! (54:15) Signoff (59:45) Sign up at birddogs.com/pitcherlist for a FREE Birddogs hat with your pair of Birddogs. Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus
On the Farm - LaMar Gibson (@InsideFastball) looks back this week and reviews the first half of the 1st round in the 2018 MLB Amateur Draft, breaking down players selected, where they stand 4 years later fantasy-wise and what the future could hold for them. Welcome (1:00) Picks #1 - 17 Mailbag! (54:15) Signoff (59:45) Sign up at birddogs.com/pitcherlist for a FREE Birddogs hat with your pair of Birddogs.
Taylor Hearn is a pitcher with the Texas Rangers. He was selected in the fifth round of the 2015 MLB Amateur Draft by the Washington Nationals. He made his MLB debut April 25, 2019 with the Texas Rangers and was the starting pitcher for the Texas Rangers home opener in 2022. After a successful high school career in Royce City, TX, Taylor attended San Jacinto College and Oklahoma Baptist U where he was drafted four times before signing with the Nationals in 2015. He was then traded to the Pirates in 2016 and then gain to Texas in 2018. In 2021, he appeared in 42 games with the Rangers and had 11 starts to go along with 6 wins. Today on the podcast we talk to Taylor Hearn about his baseball career, pitching for his hometown team, living for Jesus and the gratitude he has for being a professional baseball player. Receive our 10-day Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here.
Kevin Seitzer is a former MLB player and current hitting coach with the Atlanta Braves. He was a member of the 2021 Braves team that would go and win the World Series. During his playing days, he was a two-time All-Star with the Kansas City Royals and Milwaukee Brewers. Originally selected in the 11th round of the 1983 MLB Amateur Draft, Seitzer would make his MLB debut in September of 1986 and finished the 1987 season second in the AL Rookie of the Year voting behind Mark McGwire after hitting .323 and tying the MLB record with 207 hits by a rookie. He would go on to play 12 MLB seasons with Kansas City, Milwaukee, Oakland and Cleveland. After retiring in 1997, Seitzer would go into coaching and has had stops with the Diamondbacks, Royals and Blue Jays before arriving in Atlanta in October 2014. Today on the podcast, we talk to Kevin Seitzer about the 2021 season, what it meant to win a World Series, how he came to faith in Christ, his love for coaching and how he lives that faith out when things don't go well. Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."
Luke Weaver is a pitcher with the Arizona Diamondbacks. He was selected in the first round of the 2014 MLB Amateur Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals after a stellar college career at Florida State University. In August of 2016, he made his MLB debut with the Cardinals and was named the Cardinals 2016 Minor League Pitcher of the Year. After two more seasons in the Majors, Weaver was traded on December 5, 2018 to the Arizona Diamondbacks with Carson Kelly and Andy Young in exchange for Paul Goldschmidt. Today on the podcast, we talk to Luke Weaver about preparing for the 2022 season, trusting in God amidst uncertainty, being discipled and mentored in St Louis by Adam Wainwright, the shock of being traded to Arizona and using his baseball glove as a way to share his faith. Learn more about Luke's gloves at AriaGloves.com. Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."
If you can come up with something, to get just 1% of development, that is a HUGE impact. Allee + Linda talk all about adjustments and how to practically identify where you need to make adjustments, how to make adjustments + stick to them, and the recipe to success! Linda Wawrzyniak knows the enormous impact even the smallest adjustments can have on improving performance and increasing overall confidence and contentment. As a consultant and educator for Major League Baseball (MLB) teams, Linda began helping players navigate the challenges that come from acculturation and transition; at the same time, she also discovered the secret to improving their performance on the field. For the first time ever, she shares the secret of successful adjustments from within the closely guarded world of professional baseball. Linda Wawrzyniak is a Professional Development Specialist, the creator of PAR Test of Adjustment for MLB Amateur Draft, and the author of Million Dollar Adjustments! If this episode speaks to you, leave us a 5-star review below and screenshot the episode to share it on your IG story! Linda's Instagram: @lindalwawrzyniak Get your copy of Million Dollar Adjustments Follow Allee: rightupyourallee.com malibumedia.co Instagram: @rightupyourallee + @malibumedia.co
Since grade school, the only thing Nick Rickles had ever cared about was baseball. Now in his 30s, his priorities have changed, but he will live out one final baseball dream this week in Tokyo as a member of the national team from Israel at the Olympic games. In the newest episode of Hatter Chatter … The Podcast, presented by Insight Credit Union, Rickles reflected on his years at Stetson, his teammates who are life-long friends, and the journey he has taken since being drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the 14th round of the 2011 MLB Amateur Draft.
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