Indy Ball Report

Recorded- December 14, 2023 Interview- December 13, 2023 Uploaded- December 16, 2023 Tri-City has sent the white smoke up from the ballpark and announced their new manager. New England quickly backtracks on a recent decision. Then we have a conversation with Tyler Petersen, the Assistant General Manager of the Oakland Ballers.

Recorded- December 7, 2023 Uploaded- December 9, 2023 The ALPB partnership with MLB looks to have run its course and we’re here to break down the long and complicated history they shared over the last 4 years. New England named a manager and the PBL has a schedule, we discuss.

Baseball will remain in Oakland, California! The A’s give way to the B’s as the Pioneer League expands to the Bay Area. We discuss what the birth of the Ballers means for Oakland, the Pioneer League, and Indy Ball as a whole. Also what we think about the Ballers and their brand and what they’ll need to do to be successful. Our thoughts on Baseball United, which just wrapped up their Dubai showcase, and the news from around the Core Four leagues are featured too. Oh and our annual Q/A episode has a date, so get those questions in now!

Recorded- November 24, 2023 Uploaded- November 25, 2023 Just 3 years after they started the Honey Hunters are no more but things are as simple as you might think. The guys break down the situation and try to but the pieces together for the future of baseball in Gas Town and the Atlantic League. We also look north for some more news across Indy Ball.

Recorded- November 16, 2023 Uploaded- November 18, 2023 New England has a name and it’s a bowl full. The carousel never ends as more names hop on and off. The guys are also thankful for a few things in Indy Ball.

Recorded- November 9, 2023 Uploaded- November 11, 2023 We have some major movement in the coaching scene, some foreseen and some surprising. Joliet has a new set of owners and you might recognize them. The AAPB has a schedule and a host for the All Star Game.

Recorded- November 2, 2023 Uploaded- November 4, 2023 ALPB disbursed the players from Spire City and that leaves some questions. The coaching carousel has someone new jump on and an old face finds a landing spot. Tri-City settles their lawsuit against MLB and the Astros and we have name finalists for the New England team. Also Ryan narrows down his choice for a hockey team.

Recorded- October 26, 2023 Uploaded- October 28, 2023 We have a bunch of hirings in the Frontier and Pioneer Leagues and the Baseball United draft was very kind in independent league talent. The guys give their big question for the offseason and Ryan starts to pick a hockey team.

Recorded- October 20, 2023 Uploaded- October 21, 2023 While short for the guys still deliver their thoughts on the ALPB schedule and the Jackals new GM. That and try to make it clear who Ryan is.

Recorded- October 13, 2023 Uploaded- October 14, 2023 Big changes continue among Indy Ball managers and this time it hits the Frontier League. Sioux City may have found a home and Lexington is in hot water again. This and more on the latest edition of the Indy Ball Report Podcast.

Recorded- October 5, 2023 Uploaded- October 7, 2023 The end of the 2023 season has reached us. The guys look at the ALPB championship series and the conclusion of the Champions Baseball League. Also some end of year awards and more changes in dugouts from Islip to Billings.

Recorded- September 28, 2023 Uploaded- September 30, 2023 So there was some news this week. The Frontier League expanded and a member of the ALPB won’t be back in 2024. There’s also some movement among the manager ranks with the Indy Ball season nearly over. We have playoff updates too with another champion crowned and the last one nearing the end. Also there’s action south of the border with the Champions Baseball League this weekend. So much in so little time.

Recorded- September 20, 2023 Uploaded- September 23, 2023 Ryan is live on location in Lancaster as we record midweek. We take a look at the 2 league champions and the last 3 remaining playoff series too. Not to mention some news from the ALPB. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the Kansas City Monarchs game 4 victory. Their championship will be discussed next week.

Recorded- September 15, 2023 Uploaded- September 16, 2023 A massive expansion and realignment blast coming at you this week on the Indy Ball Report. We breakdown the shifting ALPB landscape and where teams could be going as well as what the Frontier League will look like 2024. The AAPB is also looking to Tennessee for their next landing spot. Then a full playoff debrief for the AAPB, Frontier, and Pioneer as well as a look at the ALPB’s playoff picture.

Recorded- September 7, 2023 Uploaded- September 9, 2023 It’s time for the playoffs! Nick and Ryan look at the wild card matchups in the Frontier League and the opening round matchups in the American Association. They also give some incite into the playoff picture for the Pioneer and Atlantic Leagues. Also more developments on the situation in Gastonia and realignment across the Indy Ball landscape. Oh and there’s end of year awards too. So much to unpack this week of the Indy Ball Report.

Recorded- September 1, 2023 Uploaded- September 2, 2023 We have a title fight between the Boulders, ValleyCats, and Frontier League umpires this week. The undercard features some good match ups too like the Vibes new GM, a king sized series preview, and look at who’s on the outside looking in at the playoff in a couple of leagues. Step into the ring for another edition of the Indy Ball Report Podcast.

Recorded- August 25, 2023 Uploaded- August 26, 2023 We look at the big news dropping from Sioux City and some spilled milk in Milwaukee before previewing a major matchup in the AAPB. Also a new game gets debuted.

Recorded- August 17, 2023 Uploaded- August 19, 2023 Steals are up and we’re down to talk about it. There’s also a major series brewing in the Atlantic League that we’re previewing.

Recorded- August 10, 2023 Uploaded- August 12, 2023 The guys discuss the playoff picture across the core four indy leagues and who’s playing days will extend past labor day weekend. A quick Gastonia update and then the wheel is introduced.

Recorded- August 3, 2023 Uploaded- August 5, 2023 The boys are back to bring you an update on the Gastonia situation and the confrontation in Spire City. There’s also some very encouraging news about the Valleycats future and we get back to talking about baseball again. That includes a deep dive into the Frontier League’s playoff picture.

Recorded- July 28, 2023 Uploaded- July 29, 2023 Major news from the Atlantic League with Gastonia facing serious financial issues and York’s field getting vandalized. Also their All-Star team is announced. The AAPB announced another partnership and a key piece to the ValleyCats bullpen heads out the door for unknown reasons. A lot is happening on this all news edition of the Indy Ball Report Podcast.

Recorded- July 19, 2023 Uploaded- July 22, 2023 The Frontier League needs a new president, the AAPB has new members of their hall of fame, and we hit a surprising amount of pig talk. There’s also a review of every Indy Ball team’s first half. If that doesn’t get you, nothing will

Recorded- July 13, 2023 Uploaded- July 15, 2023 There’s a lot of meat on this bone. The guys look at the rough state of the Jackals off the field and what can be done about it. On the flipside, the AAPB is playing with the big dogs now. There’s the first half of the year to tidy up and more of the usual attics from the Indy Ball Report this week.

Recorded- July 7, 2023 Uploaded- July 8, 2023 It’s all star mania this week. The Frontier League and American Association announced their all star rosters and the Atlantic league wrapped up their first half. Also the Pioneer League has a new commish.

Recorded- June 30, 2023 Uploaded- July 1, 2023 In honor of Frederick’s new name and out of our deep respect for Elvis country fans we name this one after you. We also head out west for our series of the week and talk about the predictions from last week and this week. Not to mention hot & not and contract purchases. Also Ryan refuses to move out and has taken up a long term residence on the show.

Recorded- June 23, 2023 Uploaded- June 24, 2023 Ryan tags back in this week to help cover our series of the week. We also have news on the Frontier League Hall of Fame, some new team names, and a record setting accomplishment. Also props, predictions, contract purchases, and much more.

Recorded- June 16, 2023 Uploaded- June 17, 2023 A trial run on the new format starts this week and we run through the ranking, series, previews, and so much more.

Recorded- June 9, 2023 Uploaded- June 10, 2023 Nick is on his own this week but there was a lot of action to keep him company. Owlz struggle to do laundry, Gastonia overheats, and the division races are taking shape.

Recorded- June 1, 2023 Uploaded- June 3, 2023 It’s the start of a new era on the Indy Ball Report and it begins with a familiar face as Ryan from Indy Ball Nation joins the show to break down the past week in Indy Ball and get into some chicanery.

Every league is in action now and we have to talk about it! Atlantic League is beginning to separate into contenders and pretenders, Frontier League is full of parody to start the year, American Association has surprises left and right, and the Pioneer League has shot the lights out after only a few games. Also a monumental announcement at the very end of this week’s episode. Recorded- May 26, 2023 Uploaded- May 27, 2023

Recorded- May 19, 2023 Uploaded- May 20, 2023 The penultimate preview has dropped! The guys look at the Frontier League ahead of the 2023 season and look at the AAPB’s host city for the 2023 All Star Game. Also, ALPB discussion on Frederick's resurgence, High Point’s dominance, and a dogfight in the north. Also a look at AAPB action after week 1.

Recorded- May 12, 2023 Uploaded- May 13, 2023 The second preview has dropped! The guys look at the American Association ahead of the 2023 season and break down some new partnerships around Indy Ball. Also, ALPB discussion on Lexington’s sustainability, southern dominance, and chaos in the north.

Recorded- May 5, 2023 Uploaded- May 6, 2023 The Pioneer League has fallen to the dark side of streaming and we discuss. The Atlantic League started play and we give our way too early thoughts on week one of the season.

Recorded- April 28, 2023 Uploaded- April 29, 2023 The Frontier league held their tryout and draft, so we look at that. Some developments on the newest members of the ALPB and our 90 minute long league preview as well.

Recorded- April 21, 2023 Uploaded- April 22, 2023 The Atlantic League is back to their usual routine as of late with a new streaming partner and the release of the test rules for 2023. The guys give their thoughts on both plus the 25th anniversary team’s newest member. The Pioneer League held their draft and started a new media series too. Some AAPB happenings as well.

Recorded- April 12/14, 2023 Uploaded- April 15, 2023 Lots of new team additions this week. The Ducks add more MLB talent, the Association adds to its talent pool, and the 25th year squad adds 3 heavy hitters. We also have a major loss for Indy Ball. Kevin Tuve joins the show as well. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-york-boulders-invite-tryout-2023-tickets-590332318857

Recorded- April 7, 2023 Uploaded- April 8, 2023 Everyone is upgrading their ballparks and their coaching staffs this week. Nick and Will break all that down and discuss the newest members of the 25th anniversary team. That and some humor on this week’s episode of the Indy Ball Report Podcast.

Recorded- March 31, 2023 Uploaded- April 1, 2023 The news has picked up as we have more numbers being retired, a huge signing for the Atlantic League, offseason staples, and the Sandcastle looks set to be knocked down. All that and some serious conversations on this week’s episode of the Indy Ball Report.

Recorded- March 24, 2023 Uploaded- March 25, 2023 It's a bit of a slow week that picks up as we go along. However, we have some good ideas and there’s a lot of honors being bestowed across the Indy Ball world. There’s also some minor tryout and staffing news. Plus a partnership.

Recorded- March 17, 2023 Uploaded- March 18, 2023 There’s half a dozen hirings that we need to go over this week and the final division in our recap series. A tangent that’s actually insightful as well. A lot going on this week.

Recorded- March 10, 2023 Uploaded- March 11, 2023 Lexington decides to celebrate turning the clocks forward by going backwards. A slew of Frontier League hirings are made, a new addition to the 25th anniversary team is discussed, and we look back at the Pioneer League North division.

Recorded- March 3, 2023 Uploaded- March 4, 2023 We mourn the loss of a former Indy Ball stud and look at a situation with Hinchliffe Stadium involving the Jackals in addition to some miscellaneous news and our AAPB West division review.

Recorded- February 24, 2022 Uploaded- February 25, 2022 Big personal news, staff completion, some new names and opportunities plus much more in the way of news. The review of 22 continues with the American Association East division.

Nick reviews Miles Wolff's new memoir titled There's a Bulldozer on Home Plate and goes over the pros and cons of the book. Thanks to our friends at McFarland Publishing for getting us advanced access to the book, making this possible. If you'd like to purchase the book you can do so at the link below. https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/theres-a-bulldozer-on-home-plate/

Recorded- February 17, 2022 Uploaded- February 18, 2022 Nick and Will look at the new field in Hinchcliff and new rules in the Pioneer League. Also a new addition to the 25th anniversary team, a tryout, and Frederick’s coaching staff gets rounded out. The ALPB review is finished with a look back on the south division.

Recorded- February 10, 2022 Uploaded- February 11, 2022 Nick and Will are back to talk about the finalists for the name the team contest in Frederick and the latest addition to the 25th Anniversary team. Also coaching staff are being finalized and the season review series continues with the ALPB North.

Recorded- February 3, 2022 Uploaded- February 4, 2022 A lot of news going down this week. The Atlantic League announced a special honor for a select few. Sioux Falls sets their sights on a new coup and a major face leaves the Association. The Pioneer League keeps making moves and the Maverick League reminds us they exist. Oh and we have the 2nd half of our 2022 Frontier League review featuring the East division this time. Jam packed episode this week of the Indy Ball Report. News 2;55-01;22;35 Frontier East Review- 01;22;35-02;36;10

The guys are alone this week to talk about a big HS tourny in Paterson, a returning staff in So. Maryland, a new staff in Billings, and the grand piece of this episode is our look back at the Frontier League's West division in 2022.

Interview- January 9, 2022 Recorded- January 20, 2022 Uploaded- January 21, 2022 Will is back from Vegas and we’re back with the second half of our Tri-City interviews. Matt Callahan (TCVC VP/GM) jumps on to talk some Valleycats baseball. We also have a Frederick update and a bunch of hirings. All this and more on the Indy Ball Report.

Interview- January 9, 2022 Recorded- January 13, 2022 Uploaded- January 14, 2022 Will is off in Vegas but before he left the guys got to sit down and talk with Valleycats manager and Indy Ball legend Pete Incaviglia.