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Georgia head coach Wes Johnson joins the show to discuss how his No. 5 Bulldogs managed to turnaround after losing four consecutive SEC games, ultimately achieving a dramatic series victory over then-No. 1 Arkansas, led by one of Johnson’s mentors, Dave Van Horn. He also covers the attacking mindsets he encourages in his players and Georgia’s success in the transfer portal since his arrival.Later in the episode, SEC Extra writer Mark Etheridge joins the show to talk about the Bulldogs and the rest of the SEC as we head into the second half of the conference schedule. We discuss a surprising current No. 1, a surging preseason No. 1, a prior No. 1 that just got swept and get Mark’s take on who will be the final No. 1.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Aaron Fitt and Kendall Rogers whip around the country breaking down the action from Weekend 9 of the college baseball season. The discussion begins with some Big 12 talk, then moves on to the ACC and SEC before finishing with a host of other teams that have caught our attention, out West and in the mid-major ranks.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:20 Wake Forest and North Carolina Series Recap02:23 Big 12 Conference Highlights02:47 West Virginia's Performance Analysis05:18 Cincinnati's Surprising Season06:40 Big 12 Postseason Predictions08:33 Texas Tech's Role as a Spoiler09:50 ACC Weekend Recap13:17 Clemson's Potential for a Championship19:54 SEC Highlights and Texas' Performance21:44 Kentucky's Close Calls and Texas' Strengths23:26 Texas A&M's Surprising Comeback24:59 Georgia and Auburn's Performance Highlights28:28 Big Ten and Mid-Major Updates34:42 Sun Belt Conference and Mid-Major Rampage40:02 Final Thoughts and Wrap-UpThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Joe Healy, Kendall Rogers and Mark Etheridge preview Weekend 9 around the country. They discuss another pivotal weekend in the Big 12, top series in the ACC and SEC, two series to focus on in the Big Ten and everything else going on in college baseball.00:00 Introduction and Host Change03:11 Big 12 Highlights and Key Series09:03 ACC Series to Watch16:30 SEC Showdowns and Key Matchups20:51 Auburn vs. LSU: Key Players and Strategies23:17 Vanderbilt's Pitching Strategy24:47 Mississippi State vs. Alabama: A Tough Series26:10 SEC Games Update28:11 Big Ten Weekend Preview34:13 Other Notable College Baseball Series40:23 AAC's Potential for Multiple Bids42:03 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of B1G Baseball and Beyond, hosts Burke Granger and Patrick Ebert dive into all things Midwest College Baseball. They discuss the unpredictable weather and its impact on game schedules, share personal anecdotes related to travel challenges, and review recent Big Ten series, including Southern Miss vs. Marshall. The duo also presents their midseason awards for the Big Ten, including Player, Pitcher, Newcomer, and Freshman of the Year. Additionally, they highlight standout teams like UCLA and Iowa, offering predictions for the rest of the season. Join Burke and Patrick for an insightful look at midseason developments and upcoming coverage plans.00:00 Welcome to B1G Baseball and Beyond00:44 Weather Challenges in Midwest Baseball02:18 Southern Miss vs. Marshall Series Recap03:25 Standout Performances: JB Middleton and Marshall Pitching10:58 West Coast Teams Dominate the Big Ten16:54 Midseason Player Awards Discussion24:59 Top Left-Handed Pitchers in the Big Ten25:45 Emerging Pitcher of the Year Candidates26:33 Midseason Newcomer and Freshman of the Year34:47 Indiana's Standout Freshmen37:47 Team and Coach of the Year44:44 Big Ten Regular Season Predictions47:03 Upcoming Series and Listener AppreciationThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

UCLA head coach John Savage joins to talk about how his Bruins have turned things around from struggling mightily in 2024 to being a regional host contender this season despite having the majority of the same faces on the roster and about the most important lessons he learned going against coaching legends like Mike Gillespie, Pat Casey and Andy Lopez.Later in the episode, D1Baseball national writer Mike Rooney joins the show to talk about how the Bruins and the rest of the West Coast teams have had the upper hand in the Big Ten. He also discusses where Stanford and Cal stand in the ACC before picking Arizona and Arizona State as potential frontrunners in the Big 12. He also discusses how the Big West, WAC, and WCC races are shaking out.The episode concludes with USC midseason All-American Ethan Hedges joining to discuss his transition to being a two-way player this season and how he's been able to unlock his power potential this season for the Trojans.The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers and Aaron Fitt recap Weekend 8 around college baseball. They discuss Texas A&M's comeback series win over Tennessee, how the ACC looks halfway through league play and much more.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:01 Heartfelt Message and Current Events01:46 Texas A&M's Surprising Performance03:06 Tennessee and Texas Analysis10:26 LSU and SEC Insights13:41 ACC Teams and Performances20:33 Wake Forest's Comeback22:09 ACC Midseason Review23:55 Big 12 Highlights and Surprises31:32 Western Kentucky's Pitching Dominance32:42 Oregon State's Important Series Win36:40 Unexpected Standouts and Adjustments39:26 Looking Ahead to Week 9The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Joe Healy and Bradley Smart preview Weekend 8. They discuss another loaded slate in both the SEC and ACC, then do a deep dive into some lower-profile series that should have your attention this weekend.00:00 Welcome to The D1 Baseball Podcast05:24 SEC Series Highlights and Predictions13:52 ACC Series Highlights and Predictions19:57 Discussing East Carolina's Season20:51 Western Kentucky vs. DBU Series Preview24:38 Arizona vs. Arizona State Series Hype25:18 USC Upstate at High Point and Other Key Matchups36:41 The Infamous Winthrop Batter's Eye38:18 Final Thoughts and Subscription PromoThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of B1G Baseball and Beyond, hosts Burke Granger and Patrick Ebert discuss their observations from recent midwest and Big Ten series, including Ohio State's surprising series win against Oregon and USC's strong pitching performance. The guys also spotlight standout players who played in the midwest this past weekend, including Florida State's Jamie Arnold and Notre Dame's Estevan Moreno. The episode also covers the Big Ten's overall landscape, including updates on Iowa, UCLA, and other top teams. Burke and Patrick share their upcoming coverage plans and reflect on the current season's pitching and offensive highlights.00:00 Welcome to Big Baseball and Beyond00:24 Weekend Recap: Ohio State, UCLA, and Florida State02:34 Big 10 and Midwest Baseball Highlights03:43 MAC and Missouri Valley Conference Updates04:48 Big 10 Weekend Observations10:25 Ohio State vs. Oregon Series Breakdown18:15 Early Game Highlights and Key Plays19:18 Rock Klowski's Defensive Brilliance22:11 UCLA's Offensive Power and Pitching Challenges27:01 Pitching Strategies and Game Dynamics34:58 Weekend Plans and Final ThoughtsThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kendall Rogers and Aaron Fitt are joined by D1Baseball’s resident Bracketologist, Mark Etheridge, to discuss how the Field of 64 is shaping up halfway through the 2025 college baseball season.00:00 Introduction and Overview00:16 Midseason Field Selection Process04:55 Top Seeds and Contenders05:41 Host Site Discussions09:27 Conference Breakdown and Analysis14:13 Big 12 and Other Major Conferences19:42 Mid-Major Conferences and Bubble Teams51:00 Clemson and WKU's Tough Schedule53:01 Mid-Major Teams and Selection Committee Challenges55:14 Horizon League and Independent Conference Highlights56:07 Ivy League and Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference58:27 MAC Showdown and Missouri Valley Conference01:00:09 Mountain West and Northeast Conference01:01:26 Ohio Valley Conference and Patriot League01:07:34 SEC Teams' Path to the Tournament01:31:57 Final Thoughts and Sponsor Acknowledgements01:33:57 Big 12 and ACC Teams to WatchThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Arizona State head coach Willie Bloomquist, who's team is 19-9 with a 7-2 start in Big 12, joins the show to talk about his new conference as well as his efforts to rebuild the Sun Devils program into the national championship contender they were regularly during his playing days. He also discusses the stacked midweek schedule he put together this season and why he 'doesn’t recruit turds.'Later in the episode, D1Baseball national writer Kendall Rogers joins the show to talk about the Sun Devils and the rest of the Big 12 as we reach the midway point in the season in a fascinating conference that has been all sorts of topsy turvy from the preseason predictions. We discuss early frontrunners for conference pitcher and player of the year and who is for real versus who is maybe skating by.The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Joe Healy, Aaron Fitt and Kendall Rogers take stock of things at the midpoint of the regular season. They talk about the top national title contenders, teams in the middle of the rankings they're buying, teams outside the rankings they are bullish on and what it will take for the slumping SEC teams to get it going.02:13 National Title Contenders Game10:11 Middle of the Rankings Discussion18:59 Teams Recently Dumped from Rankings21:54 Virginia's Comeback Story24:33 Arizona's Potential25:28 Wake Forest and UC Santa Barbara Analysis27:45 Duke's Rising Performance30:14 SEC Teams Struggling40:27 Podcast Conclusion and TeasersThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Aaron Fitt, Patrick Ebert and Joe Healy preview Weekend 7 around college baseball. They discuss this being a standout year in the Big Ten, the series to watch this weekend in the SEC and ACC, and they take a deep dive into what's shaping up as a fun season in Conference USA.00:24 Week 7 Preview and Picks Game04:07 Big Ten Baseball Series Highlights13:41 SEC Series Highlights and Predictions28:25 ACC Highlights28:56 Georgia Tech's Season and Danny Hall's Legacy38:25 Conference USA and Non-Power Four Teams41:56 Liberty Flames and CUSA Contenders51:28 Closing Remarks and Week 7 PreviewThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode SummaryIn this episode of B1G Baseball and Beyond, Patrick Ebert and Burke Granger examine the performance of Big Ten baseball teams, West Virginia, and some of the top prospects in the Midwest.Episode NotesIn this episode of B1G Baseball and Beyond, Patrick Ebert and Burke Granger dive deep into the performance of Big Ten baseball teams, West Virginia, and some of the top prospects in the Midwest. They discuss standout performances, including UCLA's recent top 25 debut and Oregon's challenging month ahead. Burke shares his observations from Morgantown, West Virginia, highlighting key players from Arizona and West Virginia. Patrick provides insights from his trip to Evanston, Illinois, focusing on Northwestern's stellar infield defense and Illinois' powerful lineup. They also touch on Nebraska's struggles and potential for a turnaround. Stay tuned for upcoming coverage plans, with Burke heading to Ohio State vs. Oregon and Patrick traveling to see UCLA in West Lafayette.00:00 Introduction04:58 Personal Baseball Backgrounds13:02 Big Ten Teams Performances22:39 Weekend Series Highlights24:42 Mental Fortitude and Statistical Standouts25:16 Brendan Summerhill: A First Round Prospect26:22 Mason White: Draft Potential and Performance27:44 Chase Meyer: A Rising Star31:44 Northwestern vs. Illinois: A Weekend Recap33:54 Northwestern's Infield Defense and Key Players39:35 Illinois: Strengths and Struggles47:19 Upcoming Games and Final ThoughtsThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Georgia Tech head coach Danny Hall, who has his team off to a 20-4 start in his 32nd season with the Yellow Jackets, joins the show to talk about Georgia Tech's unique usage of Mason Patel. He also discusses Drew Burress' most impressive feats, how transfers like Kyle Lodise have helped changed the dynamic of their lineup this season and how he's seen college baseball change during his tenure in Atlanta. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode SummaryMike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt and Joe Healy recap Weekend 6 around college baseball.Episode NotesOn this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt and Joe Healy recap Weekend 6 around college baseball. They discuss Georgia's sweep of Florida, Clemson's gritty series win against Wake Forest, the Big 12 being as intriguing as any league and much more.02:02 Georgia's Impressive Performance10:13 Florida vs. Texas A&M: Who Will Bounce Back?12:55 Texas and LSU: Weekend Recap23:48 Tecovas Boots Ad Break24:23 ACC Spotlight: Clemson and Wake Forest32:02 Duke and Cal Series Upsets36:10 UC Irvine's Offensive Prowess37:26 Troy's Impressive Series Win41:02 UTSA's Old School Offensive Approach44:22 Kansas vs. Arizona State: A Hard-Fought Series48:05 Big 12 and Big Ten Baseball Insights50:52 Wrapping Up and Additional ResourcesThe D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Joe Healy and Eric Sorenson preview Weekend 6 around college baseball by going from west to east highlighting the best series of the weekend.00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome03:03 West Coast Series Preview07:51 Grand Canyon vs. Abilene Christian12:55 SEC Series Preview20:31 ACC Series Preview27:50 Big 12 Series Preview34:15 Big 10 Highlights: Michigan-Purdue and More44:41 Potluck Section: Coastal vs. Troy and More49:07 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Weekend Preview The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Daron Vaught sits down for an exclusive interview with Stanford's Japanese freshman phenom Rintaro Sasaki. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of B1G, Baseball & Beyond, hosts Burke Granger and Patrick Ebert review recent Big Ten and Midwest baseball action. They discuss Oregon’s strong season, UCLA's surprising absence from the rankings and Indiana’s recent success against Ohio State. Granger then provides in-depth insights from his recent trip to Ann Arbor to watch USC and Michigan before the episode concludes with a preview of upcoming games.00:00 Introduction and Hosts00:22 St. Patrick's Day and Famous Patricks03:58 Big Ten Standings Overview04:51 UCLA and Nebraska Series Recap06:56 Indiana and Iowa Highlights08:55 Penn State and Weather Impact09:17 Kansas Jayhawks Feature09:44 USC vs. Michigan Series Recap16:53 Mitch Voit's Performance22:10 USC's Key Players24:26 Big Ten Tournament Outlook27:29 Upcoming Games and Final Thoughts The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Purdue head coach Greg Goff joins Sidearm Delivery to discuss another hot start for his team with a 17-2 record overall and a series win in their opening Big Ten weekend. Goff talks about what it’ll take for the Boilermakers to sustain their success and why they made a slight adjustment to their recruiting plan this offseason. Later in the episode, D1Baseball Midwest writer Burke Granger joins the show to talk about the 17-team Big Ten Conference that has some teams that have separated themselves from the pack in the first 18-22 games. We also discuss early frontrunners for conference pitcher and player of the year where there’s a deep candidate pool. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers and Kyle Peterson take a look back at Weekend 5, focusing on the first weekend of SEC play plus Stanford's hot start.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout04:27 Tennessee's Dominance and Florida's Challenges12:15 Texas A&M's Struggles and Future Outlook20:26 Alabama's Strengths and SEC Wrap-Up21:53 Concerns About Georgia's Performance22:12 Texas Impresses Over the Weekend23:31 Florida's Surprising Patience24:58 Mississippi State's Challenges26:37 ACC Baseball Highlights31:46 Big 12 and Other Conferences35:23 Outstanding Teams to Watch38:50 Upcoming Games and Final Thoughts The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of B1G, Baseball & Beyond, hosts Burke Granger and Patrick Ebert review recent Big Ten and Midwest baseball action. They discuss Purdue's strong start against Minnesota and their standout players, Minnesota's resilience despite injuries, and Penn State's impressive offensive depth in their series against Indiana. The guys also cover Kansas' midweek series against Minnesota and Ball State's Rich Maloney reaching 1000 career wins. Join them for insights and updates on B1G, Baseball and Beyond. 00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Greetings01:09 Purdue vs. Minnesota at US Bank Stadium04:04 Purdue's Strong Start and Key Players09:27 Minnesota's Performance and Challenges15:04 Penn State vs. Indiana in Happy Valley16:10 Penn State's Key Players and Pitching Analysis22:57 Indiana's Team Dynamics and Player Development24:53 Indiana's Emerging Pitching Talents27:19 Indiana's Offensive Strengths34:34 Kansas Jayhawks: A Team To Watch38:41 Celebrating Coach Rich Maloney's Milestone43:46 Upcoming Games and Final Thoughts The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, Mike Rooney and special guest Jack DeLongchamps preview Weekend 5 of the college baseball season. They discuss the kickoff of SEC play and as well as several other big series happening across the country. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Aaron Fitt and David Seifert discuss several fast-rising prospects from the early part of the 2025 season. They also do a deep dive on two areas of strength for this college draft class: shortstops and lefthanded pitchers.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message02:08 Discussion on Rising Prospects10:28 Liam Doyle's Fastball and Draft Potential17:56 Brody Donay's Comeback and Adjustments21:28 Sponsor Break and Tecovas Boots22:15 Emerging Draft Class Groups23:04 Houston vs. Lebron: Preseason All-American Debate23:23 Marek Houston's Impressive Leap26:48 Dean Curley and Wehiwa Aloy: Shortstop Analysis28:50 Rising Star: Alex Lodise from Florida State31:27 Top Lefthanded Pitching Prospects37:43 Jared Spencer: A Closer Look41:15 Scouting Tips and SEC Road Trip The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Second-year Alabama head coach Rob Vaughn joins the show to talk about the Crimson Tide’s strong start and about his electric sophomore shortstop, Justin Lebron. Vaughn also discusses his Nostrodamus abilities, what he's learned about his team heading into SEC play and when he knew that he wanted to retain pitching coach Jason Jackson from the previous staff.Later in the episode, SEC Extra contributor and D1Baseball national writer Joe Healy joins the show to talk about the SEC, which has amassed a ridiculous .851 win percentage with only three teams having more than three losses in non-conference play up to this point. He also breaks down the most surprising teams so far this season and the most intriguing matchup for the opening weekend of SEC play. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt and Joe Healy take a look back at Weekend 4, along the way discussing how many teams combined from the SEC and ACC will end up in Omaha, whether Virginia or Texas A&M will have the bigger turnaround as the season goes on and much more.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout00:47 Quiz Time: Over/Under SEC and ACC Teams in Omaha22:23 Discussion: Big Ten Baseball and Oregon's Dominance29:10 Memories of Big 12 Conference Tournaments31:33 Pitching Highlights and No-Hitters33:19 Impressive Performances and Player Spotlights39:22 Fun Upsets and Surprising Wins44:53 The Story of Presbyterian College49:36 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Previews The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, Mike Rooney and Joe Healy preview Weekend 4 of the 2025 college baseball season. They discuss the opening of ACC and Big Ten play as well as several key nonconference series.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:03 Rodeo Talk02:32 Weekend Plans and Command Center Setup06:54 LSU Bullpen Concerns10:23 Tennessee Team Analysis15:21 Big Ten Matchups22:32 Miami Baseball Discussion23:24 Key Matchups: Jacksonville State vs. Ole Miss23:40 St. Bonaventure vs. Tennessee Preview24:17 Wofford at Kentucky: A Spicy Matchup25:18 Xavier vs. Vanderbilt: A Rematch26:31 The Battle of the Aggies: New Mexico State vs. Texas A&M27:36 Vanderbilt's Challenges and Concerns32:33 Louisiana vs. DBU: A Crucial Series33:47 East Carolina vs. Coastal: A Juicy Matchup36:33 Texas Tech vs. Grand Canyon: Do or Die40:03 FAU vs. FIU: A Heartfelt Pick41:07 VMI's Insane Stealing Strategy42:55 Wrapping Up: Weekend Series to Watch The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the second episode of B1G, Baseball & Beyond, Burke Granger and Patrick Ebert delve into the recent performances and future outlooks of several Big Ten baseball teams. They highlight Oregon's dominant victories and breakout players, USC's strong pitching staff, and UCLA's consistent performance. Patrick shares his observations from the DeLand Classic in Florida, evaluating Iowa and Notre Dame's squads.The episode also touches on promising non-Big Ten Midwest teams like Kansas and Kansas State. Additionally, the hosts discuss their upcoming in-person coverage plans, with Patrick considering traveling to either Minneapolis or New Orleans and Burke planning to attend Penn State vs. Indiana at State College. 00:00 Introduction00:38 Oregon's Dominance02:13 USC's Strong Start and Key Players03:57 UCLA's Pitching Power05:51 Minnesota vs. Purdue: A Preview12:04 Kansas and Kansas State: Teams to Watch17:07 In-Person Observations from Florida19:29 Iowa's Pitching Evolution26:03 Notre Dame's Pitching Highlights & Frosh Lineup31:44 Upcoming Games and Weather Concerns34:10 Big Ten Play and Coaching Insights36:34 Conclusion and Listener Appreciation The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hawaii head coach Rich Hill joins the show and is greeted by the words of his former assistants who are now head coaches. As his coaching tree provides the best lessons he taught them, Hill expounds on coaching process and why each lesson is important. He also discuss the difficulties of recruiting at a location 2,600 miles away, talks about what it'll take to have success in the Big West and how a new conference tournament could shake things up in the league.Later in the episode, D1Baseball national writer Eric Sorensen joins to talk Hawaii, the Warriors' early-season success and how he thinks the Big West will play out this season. Stitch Head also discusses what to make of the strong starts of several former Pac-12 programs.Then, finally, we close out the show with Mr. Perfect. Portland senior lefthander Ryan Rembisz comes on the show to talk about throwing the 21st nine-inning perfect game in Division I history. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the D1Baseball Podcast, Joe Healy, Kendall Rogers and Aaron Fitt recap a loaded week three around college baseball. They discuss the debate between LSU and Tennessee for No. 1, recap Kendall's time at the Astros Foundation College Classic, take a closer look at Aaron's trip to Frisco and much more.00:00 Introduction and Hosts01:14 Fishing Stories and Academy Sports04:54 Top 25 Rankings Debate05:19 LSU vs. Tennessee Analysis12:45 Tennessee's Strengths and Performance16:25 Oklahoma State and Mississippi State Discussion21:59 Texas A&M's Weekend Struggles25:08 Auburn's Strong Performance26:32 ACC Baseball Highlights30:15 Big 12 Conference Overview32:58 Kansas State's Impressive Start36:29 Sun Belt Conference Rising41:16 Big West Conference Resurgence44:24 Concluding Thoughts and Sponsor Shoutouts The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney and Kendall Rogers preview Weekend 3 of the 2025 college baseball season, including the tournaments in Frisco, Las Vegas and Houston.00:00 Welcome to the D1 Baseball Podcast00:15 Fishing Season and Academy Sports Partnership03:20 Keith LeClair Classic: A Sentimental Favorite05:58 Astros Foundation College Classic Preview08:33 Concerns and Expectations for Texas A&M15:51 Peak Event Tournaments: Frisco and Vegas20:41 Texas Tech's Struggles and Potential Breakout21:04 Illinois' Sentimental Season and Strong Team21:32 Washington's Rebuild and Promising Future23:01 Texas' Impressive Pitching and Key Players25:13 College Baseball Series Weekend 3 Highlights25:38 Oregon State's Roller Coaster Season27:11 Dodger Stadium College Baseball Classic Preview30:05 Rivalries and Spicy Matchups32:45 Southern Miss vs. TCU and Other Key Series34:58 Patriot League Affiliation and Weekend Games37:27 Weekend Streaming and Final Thoughts The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ahead of the final weekend of the 2025 Amegy Bank College Baseball Series at Globe Life Field, D1Baseball sat down with the four head coaches to discuss their teams, the start of the season, and their excitement for this weekend's tournament! 00:00 Baylor's Mitch Thompson10:06 Oregon State's Mitch Canham23:30 Auburn's Butch Thompson33:32 Ohio State's Justin HaireLearn more about the 2025 Amegy Bank College Baseball Series: https://globelifefield.com/d1baseball The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

UCF head coach Rich Wallace joins the show to discuss why he's looking for players that want to do something that’s never been done before as well as what he and his coaching staff are doing to try to build the first UCF Omaha team. Later in the episode, D1Baseball national writer Kendall Rogers joins to talk UCF, the Golden Knight's 6-1 start, and what to make of the first two weeks of action in the Big 12, where pretty much the entire conference is off to a strong start except for a couple of the biggest name brands.(Recorded on Monday, February 24th) The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Aaron Fitt and Kendall Rogers look back at Weekend 2 in college baseball, with a particular focus on the tournaments in Round Rock, Arlington and Jacksonville. The guys review changes in the Top 25, point out several interesting upsets and also discuss the ramifications of Gavin Grahovac's season-ending injury.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout01:20 Weekend Recap: Oklahoma's Performance03:07 Food Banter and Suite Experience 05:08 Rankings and Team Performances 06:29 Kansas State's Impressive Weekend 08:51 Arkansas Offense Debate 16:25 SEC Update: Injuries and Key Players 21:24 Liam Doyle's Impressive Start 22:57 Analyzing Top College Fastballs 23:56 Weekend Observations: Arizona and Florida Teams 28:16 Upsets and Surprises in College Baseball 33:50 Southern Miss and Virginia's Potential 36:01 Upcoming Rivalry Week The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Aaron Fitt and Joe Healy preview Weekend 2 around college baseball with a particular focus on the tournaments taking place in Round Rock, Arlington and Jacksonville.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout00:40 Weather Woes and Baseball Chatter03:03 Weekend Preview: Tournaments Overview04:59 Spotlight on Amegy Bank College Baseball Series08:06 Michigan's Rising Stars11:54 Karbach Round Rock Classic Highlights17:41 Preview of Virginia's Freshman Pitcher Tomas Valincius18:44 Oklahoma's Rough Draw and the Jax College Baseball Classic20:36 NC State's Lineup and Pitching Challenges23:39 Alabama's Team Characteristics and Portal Strategy26:35 Series to Watch This Weekend33:31 Closing Remarks and Farewell The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ahead of the first weekend of the 2025 Amegy Bank College Baseball Series at Globe Life Field, D1Baseball sat down with the four head coaches to discuss their teams, the preseason/early season, and their excitement for this weekend's tournament! 00:00 TCU's Kirk Saarloos09:06 Kansas State's Pete Hughes19:25 Michigan's Tracy Smith30:08 Arkansas' Dave Van HornLearn more about the 2025 Amegy Bank College Baseball Series: https://globelifefield.com/d1baseball The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this inaugural episode of the B1G, Baseball and Beyond Podcast, hosted by Burke Granger and Patrick Ebert, the duo delve into the Midwest college baseball scene with expert insights and passion. They discuss the Top 25 rankings and seasonal outlook for notable teams such as Michigan, Penn State, Nebraska, and others in the Big Ten Conference. Highlights from the episode include a detailed analysis of players and coaches, standout performances from the opening weekend, and future matchups.The guys emphasize the talent and depth within Midwest baseball programs, hoping to use this platform moving forward to showcase the often-overlooked region. Burke and Patrick also give a preview of upcoming games and share their excitement for the 2025 season.00:00 Welcome to B1G, Baseball, and Beyond01:01 The Vision for Big Baseball and Beyond01:56 Player-Centric Coverage and Midwest Advocacy03:44 Challenges and Opportunities for Big Ten Teams05:49 Michigan and Penn State's Strong Start13:37 Nebraska's Potential and Early Performance16:30 UCLA's Youthful Talent and Strong Start19:49 Insights from Coach Savage20:12 Big Ten Weekend Recap21:19 Midwest Teams to Watch22:06 Xavier's Challenging Schedule24:15 Michigan State's Strong Start33:31 Cincinnati's Impressive Performance38:10 Upcoming Weekend Preview40:11 Closing Remarks and Future Plans The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wake Forest head coach Tom Walter joins the show to discuss the new-look Demon Deacons and how they went about reconstructing the roster with a Moneyball approach of filling holes after seeing several players selected in the draft, including three players taken in the top 10 picks. Later in the episode, ACC, Etc. host Daron Vaught joins to talk Wake Forest, transfer classes and all things Atlantic Coast Conference. He also gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at putting together the "Rintaro" narrative podcast series about Stanford and Japanese superstar Rintaro Sasaki. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers and Bradley Smart take a look back at the Opening Weekend of the 2025 season. Kendall also shares his in-person observations from the Shriners Children's College Showdown at Globe Life Field.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout01:01 Weekend Recap: Arizona's Struggles and Cincinnati's Rise05:07 Duke vs. Cincinnati: A Closer Look09:28 Vanderbilt's Promising Start and Concerns17:07 Surprises and Concerns: Oklahoma State and Clemson22:35 Arizona Baseball Weekend Highlights26:06 Texas Shriners Children's College Showdown Recap33:09 ACC Teams' Performance Overview36:39 Mid-Major Shoutouts and Final Thoughts The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, Joe Healy, Bradley Smart and Jack DeLongchamps go through their bold predictions for the 2025 season. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

D1Baseball Midwest regional analyst Patrick Ebert breaks down the new Big Ten and what to expect this year in a conference with four new West Coast teams, six more league games, and a number of teams that could be in the conversation for an at-large bid.Northwestern head coach Ben Greenspan also joins the show to talk about the allure of taking a Northwestern job that may not have seemed desirable from the outside and the steps the Wildcats are taking to try to build the program into a contender in the Big Ten. He also tells the story of how getting quarterback Jack Lausch to join the baseball program started with smooth-talking a tow-truck driver. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ahead of the 2025 Shriners Children's College Showdown at Globe Life Field, D1Baseball's Joe Healy, Kendall Rogers, and Mike Rooney sat down with the six head coaches to discuss their teams, the preseason, and their excitement for this weekend's tournament! 00:00 – Jim Schlossnagle, Texas10:04 – Mike Bianco, Ole Miss21:01 – Dan McDonnell, Louisville33:34 – Chip Hale, Arizona44:00 – Erik Bakich, Clemson55:44 – Josh Holliday, Oklahoma State(Note: We had some issues with Roons' audio during his interview with Josh Holliday. Coach does most of the talking, though, so please enjoy!) Learn more about the 2025 Shriners Children's College Showdown: https://globelifefield.com/d1baseball The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of RINTARO, Daron Vaught asks Rintaro Sasaki's coaches and teammates what they think success for Rintaro could mean for themselves, others, and the landscape of college baseball.RINTARO is part of the D1Baseball Podcast Network and is hosted and produced by Daron Vaught.Art by Kev Roché (kevdraws.com)Music by Kevin MacLeod, Incompetech The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, David Seifert and Joe Healy complete their 2025 fantasy draft. Fitt will be going for a three-peat after winning the fantasy competition each of the last two years. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt and Joe Healy play the annual stock market game, where they each pick eight teams, one each from the ACC, Big 12, Big Ten and SEC, and four wild cards from all the other conferences to see who can pick the teams that have the largest cumulative increase in win total from year to year.00:13 Academy Sports and Outdoors Sponsorship Details 00:53 Personal Experiences with Academy 03:56 The Stock Market Game Rules 04:27 Draft Order and Initial Picks 06:07 Discussing Team Picks and Strategies 08:55 Recap of Last Year's Results 12:24 Continuing the Draft and Analysis 27:05 Final Wild Card Spot: Washington State 27:46 Gonzaga and Memphis Picks 29:39 ACC Pick: Pitt Panthers 30:59 Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Pacific Picks 32:19 Illinois State and Baylor Picks 34:44 Virginia Tech and Arkansas Picks 43:30 Recap and Final Thoughts The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of RINTARO, Daron Vaught examines Rintaro Sasaki's first competitive games in the United States in the MLB Draft League and the Appalachian League. He speaks with one of Rintaro's summer coaches, former MLB All-Star shortstop Jack Wilson, as well as Joe Healy of D1Baseball.RINTARO is part of the D1Baseball Podcast Network and is hosted and produced by Daron Vaught.Art by Kev Roché (kevdraws.com)Music by Kevin MacLeod, Incompetech The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LSU head coach Jay Johnson joins Shotgun Spratling on the Sidearm Delivery Podcast to talk about roster construction and putting together one of the deepest teams in the nation, including what Johnson will have to do to keep everyone fully invested in the team rather than individual desires.D1Baseball & D1 SEC Extra's Mark Etheridge also joins the show to talk about Johnson’s Tigers and the rest of the SEC. He also discusses how his life as chief bracketology expert is going to change with all the conference re-shuffling, potentially creating new criteria and new rules about what will and won't be an NCAA-tournament at-large resume. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney interviews Arizona State Athletic Director Graham Rossini. Rossini talks about ASU’s recent announcement to fully fund 34 baseball scholarships for the 2026 season and why the Sun Devils have chosen to go all in on baseball. Rossini also talks about some of the things he’d like to see happen in college baseball in the near future. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of RINTARO, Daron Vaught introduces a member of Stanford's baseball program labeled by the coaches as a "blessing in disguise" when recruiting Rintaro Sasaki and helping him acclimate to his new life in the U.S.Rintaro Sasaki's teammates (and others) also explain the moments at which they realized just how famous the Japanese superstar is and the level of celebrity he brought with him to Palo Alto.RINTARO is part of the D1Baseball Podcast Network and is hosted and produced by Daron Vaught.Art by Kev Roché (kevdraws.com)Music by Kevin MacLeod, Incompetech The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a very extended hiatus, Shotgun Spratling is back on The D1Baseball Podcast feed with his Sidearm Delivery episodes. In this first episode of 2025, Shotgun heads virtually up to Corvallis to chat with Oregon State head coach Mitch Canham. Later, D1Baseball national writer Mike Rooney joins the show to talk about the diaspora of the former Pac-12, getting his take on Oregon State as an independent as well as where the other former Pacific-12 programs will fit in their new conferences. We’ll also take a look at some of the intriguing mid major programs on the West Coast this year, including UC Santa Barbara looking to continue its dominance in the Big West. The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After committing to Stanford, Rintaro Sasaki enrolled early and began his collegiate experience in the spring of 2024.On this episode of RINTARO, Daron Vaught talks to Rintaro's Stanford coaches and teammates about their first impressions of the Japanese phenom as a player, as well as their observations of his adjustments to life as a student-athlete in Palo Alto.RINTARO is part of the D1Baseball Podcast Network and is hosted and produced by Daron Vaught.Art by Kev Roché (kevdraws.com)Music by Kevin MacLeod, Incompetech The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.