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New manager follows 'championship behaviors' The Hudson Valley Renegades opened their 2025 baseball season with a winning weekend, besting the Jersey Shore BlueClaws in two of three games at Heritage Financial Park (formerly Dutchess Stadium). The 'Gades lost the season opener, 3-1, on April 4 in front of 3,600 fans but bounced back, winning 8-7 on Saturday and 6-2 on Sunday. The team will finish a six-game road series with the Brooklyn Cyclones on Sunday (April 13) then return to Wappingers Falls for a six-game homestand with the Wilmington Blue Rocks beginning Tuesday. The Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, have a new and an "old" look going into their 132-game season in the South Atlantic League North Division. (The five minor-league levels are Rookie League, Single-A, High-A, Double-A and Triple-A.) The entire coaching staff is new, led by manager James Cooper, 42, who takes over from Nick Ortiz, who left for the Houston Astros organization. Cooper previously managed the Yankees' Single-A affiliate, the Tampa Tarpons, and coached at Grambling State University in Louisiana for 12 seasons. As a player, Cooper was drafted by the Astros in 2004 and played two seasons in the minor leagues and a season in Canada. Although the Renegades players range in age from 18 to their early 20s, this is an experienced team. The opening roster included 21 veterans of the 2023 and 2024 squads along with nine newcomers. Nineteen of the 30 players are pitchers. The squad has six of the Yankees' top 20 prospects, including infielder George Lombard Jr. (No. 2) and pitcher Ben Hess (No. 4). The others are pitchers Bryce Cunningham (No. 6), Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz (No. 8), Carlos Lagrange (No. 19) and Kyle Carr (No. 20). The No. 1 prospect, Jasson Dominguez, is on the Yankees' roster. The 2025 Renegades have a long tradition of winning to live up to. The team won 73 games last season and reached the league championship, where it lost to Bowling Green. It was the Renegades' 12th consecutive winning season. Since 2012 the Renegades have recorded the highest winning percentage in the minor leagues. Asked on April 1 if he feels added pressure coming to a franchise where winning is the default, Cooper said "for me to leave this place better than I found it, we have to win it [the title]. That'll be the mission." Cooper knows many of the players, having coached them in the past on other teams, including Lombard. "You understand what gets a player going if you've had a relationship over the years," he said. "We just want to do everything we can to develop these guys, put them in positions to go out here and dominate and give them a chance to move up." Before receiving a $3.3 million signing bonus in 2023, Lombard, 19, played shortstop at Gulliver Prep in Pinecrest, Florida. In 2024 he played 91 games with the Tampa Tarpons before joining the Renegades for 29 games. This spring Lombard attended the Yankees training camp. "The thing you learn from those guys is their attitude, the mindset and confidence they bring to the game every single day," he said. "It takes a different type of confidence to be successful at the level they are. "It was a good being here last year, getting a little taste of it," he said. "Physically, I'm just trying to get faster and stronger every year, trying to become an all-around better baseball player." Founded in 1994, the Renegades were part of the Texas Rangers' organization until 1996, when they moved to the Tampa Bay Rays. They won league titles in 1999, 2012 and 2017 and division titles three times since 2021. Heritage Financial Park is located at 1500 Route 9D in Wappingers Falls, just north of Beacon. For tickets, which start at $6, see milb.com/hudson-valley.

Andy Harris and Matt Chrietzberg dive into the Braves minor leagues. We talk Tyler Matzek, the FCL Braves, Nacho Alvarez, the first-place Rome Emperors, and all things farm. Intro by Dylan Short. Intro music Can't Get [READ MORE] The post OFR Farm Report Podcast #137: Surprise Rookie League appeared first on Outfield Fly Rule.

Buddy Biancalana is one of approximately 1,600 players that have been drafted in the first round since the draft began in 1965. With the weight of expectations, pressure to perform, and the demands of being a professional athlete, Buddy quickly rose through the Kansas City Royals minor league system - from Rookie League to the Major Leagues - in five years.  As a part-time player, Buddy was what the baseball world calls a "good field-no hit" player, playing the demanding shortstop position. Then, late in the 1985 season, Royals manager Dick Howser inserted him in the lineup late in the year, and he played the best baseball of his life. He was a key contributor in helping the Royals win their first World Series.  As he shares in our conversation, the pressure of the World Series was immense. Literally, the entire world was watching. Yet, as you'll hear, Buddy says he was as calm as he'd ever been. And he played flawless defense and hit better than he'd ever hit before. Later, he realized that he'd had an "In the zone" experience.  This experience, along with a childhood incident that Buddy shares in our conversation, led him to begin to study the brain-body connection. Now, as the founder of Zone Motion, he helps athletes and executives have "in the zone" experiences in a more intentional way, rather than by chance.  You can buy Buddy's book, The 7 Secrets of World Class Athletes, here.  *** You can contact Robin Green at robin.green@sandler.com. *** If you like this podcast, you may also like Robin's weekly leadership newsletter, The Huddle. Join the growing number of subscribers (it's free), including leaders from business, education, and athletics. You can subscribe here. 

Boas vindas ao ballpark, fã do baseball raiz! Este é o Podcast Show Antes do Show, pra falar muito de MiLB pra você! Neste episódio nº 37, Vitor Silva (@BirdlandBR), Guto Edinger (@YankeesBrasil) e Victor Salviano (@SDPadresBR), no terceiro episódio da série sobre o draft 2022, falam da classe dos segunda base com dois potenciais talentos saindo no top 10 da seletiva. Ainda neste episódio, uma passada no início das ligas rookie da MiLB e sua importância comparado com o sistema antigo das ligas menores, e também a fase regional da NCAA, com suas afirmações, certezas e curiosidades dos quadrangulares. Edição: Lucky Zanganelli Assine o Feed e não perca nenhum episódio! https://fumblenanet.com.br/feed/showantesdoshow Venha falar de esportes conosco acessando nosso grupo no Telegram!

MLB’s Jim Callis stops by once again to talk Giants farm system on the pod. MLB Pipeline has rolled out its midseason updated rankings including a new Giants Top 30, organizational rankings, new Top 100 and more! It’s always a great episode when Jim stops by to talk Giants. You can (and should!) follow all of Jim’s work on Twitter @jimcallisMLB.And you can follow my work on Twitter @rog61 or subscribe to There R Giants for my full coverage of the Giants system.Intro/Overall play in minorsState of Giants System (4:30)Joey Bart’s Season (9:00)Marco Luciano (12:10)Matos vs. Ramos (15:50)Jairo Pomares’ rise (19:20)Some Struggles: Bishop, Bailey, Corry, and Wilson (22:00)Pitching Surprises: Long, Murphy, Berroa, Ragsdale, Hjelle (27:45)Rookie League standouts: Mercedes, Arteaga, Sugastey and others (32:05)Sleepers (34:15)Culture of Meritocracy (38:10)Intro/Outro: “Questions 67 and 68” by Chicago Transit Authority Get full access to There R Giants at rogermunter.substack.com/subscribe

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Lucas O'Rear grew up in a baseball family and had to make a choice after high school. Should he play baseball, following in his dad, brother, and mom's footsteps or does he play basketball? The deciding factor ended up being the opportunity to get a full-ride to play basketball and being given the chance to also play baseball for UNI. However, UNI dropped the baseball program after the 2009 season. Instead of transferring, O'Rear focused on basketball and made the most out of his opportunities, winning 6th Man of the Year in both 2009 and 2010. The most memorable part of that run was the win against Kansas and Ali's shot. O'Rear had 3 points, 5 rebounds, and one air-balled free throw in 17 minutes. As a two-sport college athlete, O'Rear had to make some major adjustments. Between college courses, D-I basketball, and committing to playing for Rick Heller, there were some major changes from high school in Nashville, IL. O'Rear had to find ways to throw a few times a week during basketball season and then use the first part of the season to get into baseball shape. In his one season of baseball at UNI, O'Rear was one of the standout players on the baseball team. When the Panther program was cut, transferring to Kansas and focusing just on baseball was an option. After sitting down with Coach Jacobson and his dad, O'Rear decided to stick to his commitment and play basketball at UNI. O'Rear knew his future in sports was more likely on the diamond than the hardwood, and after his junior basketball season, he was asked to work out for scouts… with an 8th grade as his catcher. That led to opportunities to play with Perfect Game and other opportunities to be scouted. This led to a 13th round draft pick by the Reds and signing to play Rookie League before his senior basketball season. After graduating from UNI, O'Rear went on to play Rookie and A ball from 2010-2012.

NFL Playoffs got our heads spinning so much we ended up recording the episode early. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Rookie Leaguers we are back. It's been a crazy past couple of weeks here at rookie league sports talk but were back. And boy do we have a lot to cover. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We're back from out league mandated bye week. And with MLB season finally over we'll be focusing a little bit more on the NFL, NHL, NBA, with a sprinkle of EPL. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Well the rich have gotten richer in the NFL, the World Series has started, and NBA season has tipped off that and more on tonight's episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It has been a busy week in sports, and what better way to kick things off than by congratulating the Washington Nationals on making it to the World Series. Golden Knights fall to the Nashville Predators 5-2, Astros vs Yankee's game 4 postponed, Patriots and 49ers remain undefeated, and the XFL holds their first draft. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The first casualty of the NFL coaching carousel has been made. Another undefeated team has fallen, and four teams remain win less. All this and more on this episode of Rookie League Sports Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Its October which means only one thing. MLB Playoffs, NHL kicks off, NFL is in full swing, and NBA is right around the corner. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to Episode #1 of Rookie League Sports talk. We dive into NFL injuries and MLB playoffs today. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, Bob talks with Chris Phillips, the General Manager of the Rocky Mountain Vibes baseball team.  The team, the Rookie League affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, replaced the AAA level Sky Sox after they moved to San Antonio. They talk about the transition from the highest to lowest level of minor league baseball, how the team got its name, and the teams goal of connecting with outdoor recreation. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website  Rocky Mountain Vibes on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android

Matteo helped lead the first Italian team to a berth in the LLWS. He later earned the win in the clincher for Texas to advance to the CWS. 2 months after signing with the Cubs, he's advanced from Rookie League, to Short Season all the way up to AAA. He shares all the details of incredible and unique journey. We also break down the finer points of cheese. He's from Parma Italy after all.

OTVG is back to finish up 2018 and has two great shows to review! Mike welcomes back OTVG alum Case Lowe (https://twitter.com/_inyourcase) to talk about the awesome Final Gate 2018 show and the year end show at Kobe Sambo Hall. The two also talk about how well the year ended, the upcoming Rookie League, look ahead at potential Champion Gate matches, Wrestlemania weekend, and a look around Dragon System at large! Please follow and send mailbag questions to Open the Voice Gate on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/openvoicegate Case's Final Gate 2018 review can be found at: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2018/12/27/dragon-gate-final-gate-december-23-results-review/ Case's Conquering Territories in the Digital Age: CIMA's Wrestler of the Year Case article can be found at: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2018/12/20/conquering-territories-in-the-digital-age-case-wrestler-of-the-year/ Thanks for listening and please subscribe, rate, and follow us on the podcatching platform of your choice! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on Yes But Why Podcast, Amy talks to Margret Nyfors, Director of Public Education at the Vancouver TheatreSports™ Improv Comedy Institute. Margret is a mainstage performer with the Vancouver TheatreSports™ League as well as the Co-Director of the Rookie League at VTSL. In this interview, Amy and Margret talk about Canadian stereotypes, the Vancouver comedy scene and the joys of teaching improv. Margret loves weird left turn stories and authentically awkward moments. These two became fast friends and had a great laughter-filled chat! Listen in! If you are local to Vancouver (or you love to travel), check out Margret performing now in the Vancouver TheatreSports™ holiday show, Merry Kiss-mas!

This week on Yes But Why Podcast, Amy talks to Margret Nyfors, Director of Public Education at the Vancouver TheatreSports™ Improv Comedy Institute. Margret is a mainstage performer with the Vancouver TheatreSports™ League as well as the Co-Director of the Rookie League at VTSL. In this interview, Amy and Margret talk about Canadian stereotypes, the Vancouver comedy scene and the joys of teaching improv. Margret loves weird left turn stories and authentically awkward moments. These two became fast friends and had a great laughter-filled chat! Listen in! If you are local to Vancouver (or you love to travel), check out Margret performing now in the Vancouver TheatreSports™ holiday show, Merry Kiss-mas!

This week on Yes But Why Podcast, Amy talks to Margret Nyfors, Director of Public Education at the Vancouver TheatreSports™ Improv Comedy Institute. Margret is a mainstage performer with the Vancouver TheatreSports™ League as well as the Co-Director of the Rookie League at VTSL. In this interview, Amy and Margret talk about Canadian stereotypes, the Vancouver comedy scene and the joys of teaching improv. Margret loves weird left turn stories and authentically awkward moments. These two became fast friends and had a great laughter-filled chat! Listen in! If you are local to Vancouver (or you love to travel), check out Margret performing now in the Vancouver TheatreSports™ holiday show, Merry Kiss-mas!

This week on Yes But Why Podcast, Amy talks to Margret Nyfors, Director of Public Education at the Vancouver TheatreSports™ Improv Comedy Institute. Margret is a mainstage performer with the Vancouver TheatreSports™ League as well as the Co-Director of the Rookie League at VTSL. In this interview, Amy and Margret talk about Canadian stereotypes, the Vancouver comedy scene and the joys of teaching improv. Margret loves weird left turn stories and authentically awkward moments. These two became fast friends and had a great laughter-filled chat! Listen in! If you are local to Vancouver (or you love to travel), check out Margret performing now in the Vancouver TheatreSports™ holiday show, Merry Kiss-mas!

Rise and shine! We recorded at half five this morning to get this out only a little late. We talk Big League, Rookie League, Apps, Navigators, Minor Guild Bonuses, Alex's best ever performance and Ryan gushes about fighting games.

Judd discusses if the NFL would be wise in looking at the interest the NBA rookie league has and maybe doing something like that as well? Still have some old baseball cards? Matthew left behind his "fat guy" collection when he moved here...still have yours?

Note: This episode contains strong language. There are 203 ballparks currently being used by affiliated, professional baseball teams in the United States: 30 in the Major Leagues, 23 spring training facilities used by the big league clubs and their Rookie League affiliates, and 150 Minor League stadiums spread over six levels of baseball. The last three of those 203 parks opened this season: The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, the new spring training facility for the Houston Astros and theSupport the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lead prospect writer James Anderson and MLB Editor Clay Link look at several rookie-level hitters on the rise and grade out Ghostface Killah on the 20-80 scouting scale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Scott's back from vacation to talk about all things Florida. And the guys bring you another segment of Rookie League! Opening Theme by Zach Skraba Included Music - Must Be Love by Christina Grimmie, Ocean Avenue by Yellowcard End Song - My House by Flo Rida

The guys are back to talk about how serious some gamers can be and Captain America turning to the darker side of the spectrum. Plus the debut of the newest segment, Rookie League! Opening Theme by Zach Skraba Included Music - Chop Me Up by Justin Timberlake, Centerfield by John Fogerty End Song - Gimme Some More by Busta Rhymes

OTVG is back to finish up 2018 and has two great shows to review! Mike welcomes back OTVG alum Case Lowe (https://twitter.com/_inyourcase) to talk about the awesome Final Gate 2018 show and the year end show at Kobe Sambo Hall. The two also talk about how well the year ended, the upcoming Rookie League, look ahead at potential Champion Gate matches, Wrestlemania weekend, and a look around Dragon System at large! Please follow and send mailbag questions to Open the Voice Gate on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/openvoicegate Case's Final Gate 2018 review can be found at: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2018/12/27/dragon-gate-final-gate-december-23-results-review/ Case's Conquering Territories in the Digital Age: CIMA's Wrestler of the Year Case article can be found at: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2018/12/20/conquering-territories-in-the-digital-age-case-wrestler-of-the-year/ Thanks for listening and please subscribe, rate, and follow us on the podcatching platform of your choice!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/open-the-voice-gate/donations