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Around the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsHere Comes the Home Stretch!Welcome to the final regular season episode of Around the Lumber Yard! Your hosts, Andrés Tejeda & Chris Mickelson talk about the 3-4 week for the LumberKings as well as their home for the final 4 games of the regular season before Playoffs begin on August 1st with the Northwest Division Championship. The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp and Burlington Bees are still battling for the final spot in the 2nd half of the Northwest Division for the chance to play the LumberKings in the playoffs. All this and more on t...2025-07-2842 minAround the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsAll-Stars, Rough Road, End of the LineThe 2025 Prospect League season is winding down, and there's a lot to unpack. This week, Andrés and Chris dive into the action with a full recap of the Prospect League All-Star Game — who represented the LumberKings and how they made their mark. Then, the conversation shifts to a challenging 1-3 road trip and what the team needs to bounce back in the final stretch.We also take a moment to highlight former LumberKings who heard their names called in the 2025 MLB Draft and celebrate the next chapter in their baseball journeys.With just over a w...2025-07-2238 minAround the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsInto the All-Star BreakIn this episode of Around the Lumber Yard, LumberKings broadcast producer, Kannon Wynkoop and on-field host, Chris Mickelson talk about this previous 5-1 week for the LumberKings as well as the All-Star game coming this week!We hope you enjoy this week's episode and the All-Star Break. Filmed: June 30, 2025Location: Clinton, IAMusic: Sport Rock by SoundridemusicDirected by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon WynkoopProduced by: Andrés Tejeda2025-07-0726 minAround the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsWelcome to CLINCH-TON!Join Andrés Tejeda, Voice of the LumberKings, and On-Field Host Chris Mickelson for a thrilling new episode as the Clinton LumberKings officially lock up the 1st half title in the Northwest Division!We’re naming our Player and Pitcher of the Week—and crowning our stars of the first half of the season. Plus, we look back at the past week of exciting baseball, relive memorable playoff appearances from years past, and discuss what this division-clinching momentum means for the road ahead.It’s all the action, insight, and excitement you’ve come to expect fr...2025-07-0149 min
Grow Clinton PodcastGCP131 - The Clinton LumberKings w/Nate Vander BleekSend us a textIn this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview Nate Vander Bleek, general manager of the Clinton LumberKings Baseball Club.Located in Clinton, Iowa, at NelsonCorp Field, the LumberKings are members of the Prospect League, a premier Midwestern wood-bat collegiate summer baseball league featuring 18 teams from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania. The league provides college players with a professional environment, excellent competition, and high-quality facilities while delivering thrilling baseball action and affordable entertainment for all ages in its communities.Nate will share insights...2025-06-2428 minAround the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsChopping Away: Undefeated Week and Strong StartsThe Clinton LumberKings are on fire! This week, General Manager Nate Vander Bleek and on-field host Chris Mickelson take over the mics to break down an undefeated week for the LumberKings. From clutch performances to early-season comparisons, the duo dives into what’s clicking for this team and why fans should be excited. Tune in for insights, laughs, and a deep look into a red-hot start to the summer.Filmed: June 16, 2025Location: Clinton, IAMusic: Sport Rock by SoundridemusicDirected by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon WynkoopPro...2025-06-1729 minAround the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsBONUS EPISODE: Connor & Russ Giusti Join the Broadcast (June 10, 2025 - Normal CornBelters vs Clinton LumberKings)This BONUS episode of Around the Lumber Yard features the Voice of the LumberKings, Andrés Tejeda conducting an exclusive on-air interview with former Clinton LumberKing, Connor Giusti and his father, Russ. Connor reflects on his time with the club as he finishes his career as a college baseball player and all the experiences and lessons he's learned as he enters the work force.Russ, shares his experience being a father to a D-I athlete and his relationship with head coach Jack Dahm and his relationship with the players he has coached as he enters r...2025-06-1136 minAround the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsTurning Road Dust Into SawdustThe LumberKings wrapped up a gritty and eventful 4–2 road trip, and Andrés Tejeda, Voice of the LumberKings, is riding solo to break it all down on this week’s episode of Around the Lumber Yard. From a weather-shortened win over the Pistol Shrimp to a doubleheader split in Springfield and a statement sweep in Burlington, the Kings showed toughness and tenacity on the road. The trip ended with a wild comeback that came up just short in extra innings — but not without fireworks.Andrés also announces our Week 2 Player and Pitcher of the Week, spotlighting standout...2025-06-1027 minAround the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsOpening Week at the Lumber Yard!Opening Week is in the books, and the Clinton LumberKings are off to a competitive start in the 2025 Prospect League season. Hosts Andrés Tejeda, the Voice of the LumberKings, and on-field host Chris Mickelson break down all the action from the first six games — from a dominant Opening Night shutout of the defending champion Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp to a gritty split with the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes and a tough pair of losses to the rival Burlington Bees.We also catch up with two LumberKings players — pitcher Jaqson Tejada and outfielder Brayden Mulkey — for a quick look in...2025-06-0236 minAround the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKingsWelcome to the Lumber Yard!Welcome to the Lumber Yard! Hosted by Andrés Tejeda, the Voice of the Clinton LumberKings and LumberKings, on-field host, Chris Mickelson. In the debut episode of Around the Lumber Yard, we’re looking back at highlights from the 2024 season and diving into what’s new for 2025. From returning players to offseason changes, this episode sets the stage for what’s shaping up to be an exciting year at NelsonCorp Field. We preview the highly anticipated Opening Day matchup on May 27 against the defending Prospect League champs, the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp. With this budding rivalry heating up, the 2025 season...2025-05-2659 min
The Announcer's HourTAH #3 - Andrés Tejeda, Rockford IceHogs Broadcast TeamIn the third episode of “The Announcer’s Hour” podcast, Andrés Tejeda joins me to discuss how his young broadcasting career is going. Tejada takes us through some of the better stories you may only witness roaming the sidelines and dugouts at the developmental level of sports.Tejeda is the Pregame Show Host for the Rockford Ice Hogs (Affiliate of the NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks). Tejeda is only a couple years removed from college graduation but has called games on radio and television for the university of St. Thomas, the California Winter League, ESPN+, Colby Community College...2024-01-131h 11
The PBSCCS PodcastInterview with Michael SadlerMiLB Strength and Conditioning Coach – Michael Sadler is beginning his fifth year with the Seattle Mariners. Michael’s first season was in 2018 with the Clinton Lumberkings (Low A affiliate) in Clinton, IA. In 2019, he was in Modesto, CA with the Modesto Nuts (High A affiliate). Last season in 2021, Michael was a part of the Arkansas Travelers (Double A affiliate) staff in Little Rock, AR. This upcoming season he will be joining the staff in Tacoma, WA at their Triple A affiliate. He recently received his Master’s degree is Sports Performance and Exercise Science. Currently resides in Mitchell, SD with h...2022-04-2027 min
Dubuque Area Sports PodcastAmerican River Conference Pitcher of the Year TJ DeardorffWe follow the career of TJ Deardorff from little league with the Dubuque Dodgers, to prepping at Senior High School, winning awards at Coe College, and playing for the Clinton LumberKings in the Prospects League. TJ shares memories, tips, and laughs from each level in his outstanding baseball career.
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Prospect League PodcastEpisode 16 : Prospect League Season Awards and All-StarsThank you so much for tuning in for the 14th episode of the Prospect League Podcast with Ryan. In this episode we discuss The seasons final standings, leaders, and the championship games.Email us with any questions or comments atRyan@prospectleague.comB Cooper McMurray Danville Dans University of Kansas2B Denver Blinn West Virginia Miners Indiana Wesleyan University3B Keenan Taylor Danville Dans Butler UniversitySS Keshawn Ogans Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp University of California BerkeleyOF Alex Brunson REX University of Saint...2021-08-3010 min
Meet at the Mitt: A Seattle Mariners podcastThe Ballpark Food Draft0:00-10:45: Surprise! Things actually happened! We are forced to start with a Chris Flexen sesh. If you’d like to read more about Flexen, our own Michael Ajeto has you covered. We also try to figure out why Mariners Twitter seems to be so obsessed with signing Garrett Richards. Where does this utterly whelming transaction leave the Mariners in the AL West picture, at least in December?10:50-25:15: Pour one out for the minor leagues, especially our homies in West Virginia. Kate schools us on the history of the Clinton LumberKings, a former Mariners affiliate who unfortunately we...2020-12-101h 20
The Unknown Strength CoachesEpisode 3- Keith Swift- Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning Football/Purdue UniversityEpisode 3 is from one the strength coaches I respect the most in the game... Keith Swift. Swift is in his first season as assistant director of football strength & conditioning. He was hired Aug. 1, 2019.
Swift came to the Boilermakers from South Carolina State University, where he served as director of strength & conditioning since 2016. He oversaw all 14 varsity programs, with an emphasis on football, men’s basketball, softball and track & field. Among the athletes he coached was Darius Leonard, who went on to become the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2018 with the Indianapolis Colts.2020-05-1352 min
MLB Morning Coffee: An MLB PodcastMinor League Baseball's Contraction SacrificeGreg is joined by Tyler Oehmen, the former Director of Operations for the Clinton LumberKings, to discuss the news from yesterday that Minor League Baseball had conceded the contraction of 42 of its teams to MLB. The two discussed the sudden decision on this plan & the ramifications it will have for years to come.
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A production of the Ocean Avenue Studios in San Francisco, CA.2020-04-2247 minMLB Morning Coffee: An MLB PodcastThe Top 10 All Time Milwaukee BrewersGreg is joined by Michael Broskowski, the voice of the Clinton LumberKings & lifetime Milwaukee Brewers fan, to give their top 10 all time Milwaukee Brewers. The two finish an episode with an appreciation segment of Brewers legendary radio man Bob Uecker.
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Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastEarning Their Stripes Episode 20: Inside the 2019 LumberKings with Erik OasIn their first season as a Marlins MiLB affiliate, the Low-A Clinton LumberKings made a deep playoff run. Erik Oas, the team's director of broadcasting and media relations, speaks to Ely and Ethan about the transition from Mariners to Marlins affiliation (5:30), dealing with harsh climate early in the season (8:45) and what makes Mike Jacobs an effective manager (13:00). Individual prospects featured in the conversation include Connor Scott, Evan Edwards, José Devers, Jerar Encarnación, Alex Vesia and C.J. Carter. Follow Fish Stripes (@fishstripes), Ely (@RealEly), Ethan (@ethanbudowsky) and Erik (@erik_oas) on Twitter. Full coverage at FishStripes.co...2019-09-1843 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #22: Outfielder Davis BradshawIn our final episode of A-Ball with Erik Oas of the 2019 season, Miami Marlins outfield prospect Davis Bradshaw joins the podcast (12:10). The former 11th-round draft pick looks back at the decisions that led to a pro career, what he's been working on in Clinton, and the meaning of playoff baseball. With the LumberKings continuing their strong second-half play, we preview what remains of the regular season schedule (33:00). Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage...2019-08-2841 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #20: Clinton Roots, Basestealing Secrets with #35 Overall Draft Pick Kameron MisnerThis week, 35th overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft Kameron Misner joins the podcast (6:45). The University of Missouri product talks Clinton roots, the art of stealing bases and the talented team he's a part of. Then (26:00), we look at the streaking LumberKings, Peyton Burdick's bashing, and the playoff chase. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...2019-08-1437 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #19: Remey Reed on Developing "Mental Maturity" During Injury RehabA full report on the Clinton LumberKings featuring one of their recent bright spots: right-hander Remey Reed (8:15). Working exclusively as a starter for the first time in his career within the Marlins organization, the 24-year-old discusses the importance of developing his changeup and how long absences due to shoulder and elbow injuries made him better equipped for pro ball. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. 2019-08-0743 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #18: Tyler Kolek's Road to Recovery; LumberKings' 2019 Playoff RunA full report on the Clinton LumberKings and their current second-half playoff run. The club will have to adjust following the promotion of starting center fielder Connor Scott to High-A Jupiter. Filling his shoes, 2019 Marlins draft pick Kameron Misner is joining the roster. Speaking of the draft, right-hander Tyler Kolek (No. 2 overall pick, 2014) joins the podcast (7:35). Kolek revisits how throwing 100-plus miles per hour changed the trajectory of his career, and what it took to return to competition following Tommy John and Thoracic Outlet surgeries. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to a...2019-07-3035 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #17: J.D. Osborne on Development, Clinton's Clubhouse CultureWe give a full report on the hottest team in the Midwest League, the Clinton LumberKings. The Marlins Low-A affiliate boasts an incredible 21-9 during the second half of the season. Then, catcher J.D. Osborne joins the podcast (8:45) to talk about his path from hockey to baseball, staying sharp despite irregular playing time, and his most embarrassing baseball memory. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and stick with FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system...2019-07-2439 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #16: Outfielder Peyton Burdick Makes Quick Transition to Pro BallA full report on the Clinton LumberKings includes highlighting the breakout bats of Connor Scott and Thomas Jones. Right-hander Zach Wolf has found his niche as closer. Plus, all the stolen bases have been playing a critical role in this extended LumberKings hot streak. Outfielder Peyton Burdick (9:30) joins the podcast to talk about the transition to professional baseball after being selected in the third round of the 2019 MLB Draft. We learn about his athletic roots, the tough choice he made as a three-sport athlete in high school, and discover our shared love of corn hole. F...2019-07-1739 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #14: Alabama Product Jake Walters Compares College and Pro LifestylesA full report on the hottest Marlins minor league affiliate, the Clinton LumberKings (0:40). Infielder Christopher Torres is igniting the offense while the pitching staff has consistently kept games within reach. Then, our guest Jake Walters (7:45) joins us to talk the cutter, coming out of the University of Alabama, and the beginning a pro career in 2019. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. L...2019-07-0341 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #12: Clinton LumberKings All-Star Break SummaryOn Episode 12, we talk about the current LumberKings offensive slump and the crazy first-half performances from their players. Third baseman Bubba Hollins joins the podcast (10:10) to describe bouncing back from a recurring injury, growing up around baseball (17:00), and the how tennis skills apply to his current career. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-06-1938 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #11: Strikeout Artist Alex VesiaIn Episode 11 of A-Ball with Erik Oas, we offer a full report on the Clinton LumberKings and are joined by reliever Alex Vesia (9:25). The left-handed reliever, who's been one of Minor League Baseball's premier strikeout artists in 2019, talks his path into professional baseball, the difficulty in throwing changeups, and being an influence on younger players. We also look forward to newly signed Marlins draftees who could be joining the LumberKings roster later this month (37:00). Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and...2019-06-1242 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #10: Tanner Andrews InterviewIn this episode, we offer a full report on the Clinton LumberKings. J.D. Osborne, Jerar Encarnación and Connor Scott are each swinging a hot bat. Then, Marlins 2018 draftee Tanner Andrews joins the podcast (10:40) to talk about coming from a small town in Indiana, the role of other sports in his development, and working to become a starting pitcher. He also explains how fellow Purdue pitcher Nick Wittgren influenced his career plans (23:30). Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit Fi...2019-06-0440 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #8: Thomas Jones Interview and Pitching SuccessErik Oas delivers a full report on the Clinton LumberKings, highlighting amazing no-hit bids from Humberto Mejía and Chris Vallimont. Outfielder Thomas Jones joins the podcast (6:05) to talk about learning from Juan Pierre, Mike Jacobs and other experienced coaches in the Marlins organization (9:50), the choice he made between football and baseball (12:00), the mental battle with opposing pitchers (19:10) and getting through the grind of the season with swag. Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit FishStripes.com for full coverage of...2019-05-2238 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #7: Sean Reynolds Talks Power, Growing Into Large FrameThe Clinton LumberKings' recent struggles defy the math in our full report on the Marlins Single-A affiliate. First baseman Sean Reynolds talks to us (8:20) about his power, the advanced numbers we've come to know him by, his “bond” with LumberKings manager/former big leaguer Mike Jacobs (15:53), beating the shift (19:12), and what it was like growing into a 6-foot-7 frame (we asked him the basketball question). Following the Reynolds interview, we highlight the season-to-date stats and performances from several other key LumberKings players (28:30). Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broa...2019-05-1542 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #6: Marlins First-Round Pick Connor ScottFinding his stroke after a slow start to the 2019 season, outfielder Connor Scott (11:15) talks adjustments to the Midwest, reacting to being drafted by the Marlins in the first round last summer, and his passion outside of baseball. You'll also receive a full report on the Low-A Clinton LumberKings.Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...2019-05-0739 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball Episode #5: Miami Marlins 2018 5th-Round Pick Chris VallimontWe give a full report card of the Miami Marlins Single-A team, the Clinton LumberKings, and are then joined by Opening Day starter and Marlins 2018 5th-round pick Chris Vallimont (13:05).Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-05-0140 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball with Erik Oas Episode #4: Will Banfield and Dick Scott InterviewsCatcher Will Banfield, a highly touted 2018 MLB Draft pick, sits down for an extended interview (6:08) on his baseball gifts, the art of catching, and an awaking bat. Then, Miami Marlins Director of Player of Development Dick Scott (27:20) joins us for a quick conversation about the Clinton LumberKings roster and organizational philosophy.Follow Erik Oas (@erik_oas) on Twitter and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices...2019-04-2441 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball with Erik Oas Episode #2: Josh Roberson & the start to the 2019 seasonClinton LumberKings pitcher and Miami Marlins prospect Josh Roberson joins the show (13:00) to talk about his strong start to the 2019 season, his baseball roots, and coming back from Tommy John surgery.Follow Erik Oas on Twitter (@erik_oas) and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-04-0937 min
Fish On First: A Miami Marlins podcastA-Ball with Erik Oas Episode 1: Manager Mike Jacobs, Opening Day Roster & ProspectsClinton LumberKings Manager Mike Jacobs joins the show (5:40) to talk about his role in the Marlins organization in 2019, the Opening Day roster, and top prospects.Follow Erik Oas on Twitter (@erik_oas) and listen to all LumberKings radio broadcasts on 100.3 WCCI. Follow Fish Stripes on Twitter (@fishstripes) and visit FishStripes.com for full coverage of the Marlins farm system this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-04-0433 min
Mitch in the Morning8-10 Matt WalkerClinton Lumberkings pitcher Matt Walker joins the show following a combined no-hitter for the M's farm club last night. He describes the energy in the ballpark as he closed out the final inning.2016-08-1003 min