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🎙 Inventive Journey | Real Stories From the Startup Survival Club"Be Adaptable To The Change" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Salvatore LoDucaYou need to become open because of the journey and the process of developing a company you're always going to learn. Be adaptable to change in a dynamic environment. So as a business person, you need to be adaptable to change and don't always be too headstrong. Listen to the advice of the others and take what is needed to be incorporated, don't be too closed.
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Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 41 with Robert RosadoThe BLTR crew is proud to sit down with New Jersey native and the Lancaster Barnstormer’s bullpen catcher, Robert Rosado. Rosado brings to the Barnstormers not only a baseball background but one that includes degrees in exercise science and physiology and experience as a CrossFit trainer and competitive weightlifter. As a former gym owner and keen on recognizing the many injuries and rehab needs of athletes, Robert sought out a massage therapy license and continued specialization in orthopedic manual therapy. With a meticulous eye on body posture and athletic movement, Robert can detect imbalances and problematic areas long befor...
2021-10-251h 15Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 40 with Jason Sherwin & Jordan MuraskinBLTR sits down with Jason Sherwin and Jordan Muraskin, founders of deCervo and uHIT Pitch Recognition and Training App. Jason and Jordan’s company deCervo was the main subject of Zach Schonbrun’s book “The Performance Cortex” which examines the neurological aspects of hitting performance among baseball players and how a better understanding of the human brain can provide more insight on proprioception and split-second decision making at the plate. deCervo has been instrumental and pioneering in expanding the conversation from the “mental” aspect of the game to the “neurological” component of athletic performance. In addition to uHIT Baseball their library of t...
2021-10-142h 20Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 39 with Zach SchonbrunThe BLTR crew brings on a polished and professional writer, the accomplished Zach Schonbrun. Zach is currently a senior editor covering business and technology at The Week news magazine and a contributor to The New York Times. Zach is also the author of The Performance Cortex a book that explored and dived into the neuroscience of motor skills in the athlete performance industry. Long overdue, Zach’s work is an important milestone in shifting the focus from the “mental” aspect of the game to the “neurological” component of athletic performance. Hosted by Jack Aylmer with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2021-09-081h 06Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 38 with Colby HalterHailing from Jacksonville, Florida dreams came true for Colby Halter when he donned the blue and orange for the Florida Gators this past spring. During his time as a student at Bishop Kenny HS, Colby participated in some of the most prestigious and highly touted showcase events/tournaments nationally and internationally. In 2019, Colby displayed his talents at the Perfect Game National Showcase at Chase Field in Arizona and was a key cog for Team USA U-18 World Cup Team hitting .419 in South Korea. Colby talks to the BLTR crew about how he prepared himself for high intensity showcases, what it...
2021-08-311h 06Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 37 with Rob DuceyRob Ducey returns to the BLTR podcast for Part 2 of his interview. Rob gets into more detail about his professional baseball career, coaching at all levels, the business reality of MLB baseball and the next chapter of his life. Hosted by Jack Aylmer with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2021-08-2459 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 36 with Rob DuceyA Toronto born and Cambridge, Ontario raised, the BLTR crew talks shop with 13 year MLB veteran Rob Ducey. Rob was a journeyman playing for 6 MLB teams that included the Blue Jays, Phillies, Mariners, Rangers, Angels and Expos. In 2004, Rob represented Team Canada at the 2004 Olympics and was later inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2013. He also served as a Coach at the 2006 World Baseball Classic and 2008 Olympics. In part 1 of a 2 part series, we discuss his upbringing, professional career, navigating the outfield in the MLB and hitting philosophy. Hosted by Jack Aylmer with co-hosts Sal and Peter...
2021-08-1856 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 35 with Joshua PereiraSo far the BLTR podcast has featured players that know how to grip a bat, baseball or football, but for the first time the crew invites an athlete that grips onto something completely different. Joshua Pereira is an avid climber who grips onto all different surfaces ranging from rock, brick, concrete and mountains! You name it, Joshua has probably climbed it or at least attempted it. The conversation gets deep into the world of rock climbing and how a lot of the mental and physiological variables that goes into climbing can be utilized on the diamond and other sports as wel...
2021-08-101h 03Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 34 with Brian JohnsonA two-sport athlete at the highest levels in the amateur and professional setting, Brian Johnson joins the podcast to reminisce and talk about his playing days. Brian entered Stanford University on a full scholarship as a 2 sport athlete, playing QB and catching for the Cardinal football and baseball teams. In 25 games as a QB, Johnson threw for 3,334 yard with a 115.4 PER while also collecting 112 hits and driving in 54 RBIs on the diamond. Drafted 413th overall by the NY Yankees in the 1989 MLB draft, Johnson went on to have a 9 year MLB career playing for the Padres, Tigers, Giants, Royals and...
2021-08-031h 31Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 33 with Jeremy WolfThe BLTR podcast continues to feature Olympic baseball players with left handed hitter and righty throwing Jeremy Wolf. A Scottsdale, Arizona native Jeremy attended and committed to play at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas after helping his high school team win a state championship. In his 4 years at Trinity University, Jeremy slashed .367/.455/.577 while racking up 249 hits, slugging out 19 homers and driving in 172 RBI’s. In 2016 Jeremy was named an ABCA All American player and helped Trinity capture the Division 3 World Series. Drafted in the 31st Round of the 2016 MLB Draft by the New York Mets, Wolf played 2 professional season...
2021-07-2958 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 32 with Alex KatzA professional ballplayer, entrepreneur and now current Olympic competitor, Alex Katz joins the BLTR podcast. A Long Island native, Alex stayed local when he chose to pitch for the D1 St. Johns Red Storm. In 3 years, Katz compiled a 3.97 ERA in 124.3 innings for the Red Storm including a memorable 13K shutout vs. Fairfield University. Drafted by the White Sox in the 27th round of the 2015 MLB Draft, Alex’s professional career has taken him through multiple organizations and now currently with the Tennessee Smokies, a Double A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. Off the field, Alex ventured into the custom...
2021-07-271h 28Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 31 with Shane BarclayA UC Berkeley graduate, Shane Barclay President of Japan Ball was always drawn to the sport of baseball from a very young age. After graduating college, Shane started off his career working for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Shane then started acquiring international experience when he worked for MLB Commissioner’s office for 9 years, 2 years in the Dominican Republic and 7 years in Manhattan. In 2020 Shane combined his passion for baseball and traveling by assuming the operation and ownership of JapanBaseball from Bob Bavasi of Bavasi Sports Partners. Shane talks about his vision for JapanBall, tourism in Japan, the culture, the baseball stadi...
2021-07-221h 15Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 30 with Matt GoodheartArkansas Razorback alumnus and newly signed Phillies player, Matt Goodheart joins the BLTR crew in a fantastic conversation that goes beyond baseball. Born into a baseball family, Matt was always driven to play baseball competitively at the highest level. After graduating High School, Matt played at San Jacinto Community College for one year putting up a .355/.464/.574 slash line before transferring to Arkansas University and becoming a Razorback. In 3 seasons at Arkansas, Goodheart slugged his way to 20 HRs, 98 RBIs and sprayed the fields with 137 hits. Matt talks about his upbringing, hitting philosophy, memorable moments at Arkansas, his love for his team...
2021-07-201h 19Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 29 with David MannDr. David Mann is a Sport Scientist with 20+ years in sport, academia, and clinical practice andcurrently an Associate Professor at Vrije University in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Dr. Mann co-authored, “The Success of Sinister Right-Handers in Baseball”, a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine in October of 2017 whose research revealed that that players who throw right-handed and bat left enjoy a biomechanical advantage than those who bat and throw left or bat and throw right. Their study debunked a prior 1982 study by Mclean and Ciurczak, also published in the NEJM, which claimed that lefty hitters and lefty...
2021-07-131h 23Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 28 with Johnny MonellDrafted in the MLB First-Year Player Draft in 3 consecutive years, Johnny Monell signed his first professional contract in 2007 after being drafted in the 30th round by the San Francisco Giants. Playing professionally for 12 seasons, the game of baseball has allowed Johnny to play with the best of the best at the Major League level and see different parts of the world in Korea and the Caribbean to name a few. Johhny tells the BLTR crew how catching came about for him, his experience catching some of the best pitchers in the world and what he is up to currently af...
2021-07-071h 14Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 27 with Vern GambettaVern Gambetta, the Director of Gambetta Sports Training Systems joins BLTR in a great conversation about strength & conditioning and functional path movement in athletics. Vern's incredible resume in sports strength and conditioning includes leadership positions with the Chicago White Sox and New York Mets organizations. Vern also worked with several MLS teams and provided expert consultation for the U.S. Men's World Cup Soccer team. Vern is an accomplished writer authoring numerous books and writing hundreds of articles on athletic conditioning. The BLTR crew goes more into depth about Vern's experience in professional baseball and how the game has evol...
2021-06-291h 03Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 26 with Zack ParkerA turn of the tide, the BLTR crew invites special guest Zack Parker, a Lefty Throwing Righty Hitting retired professional baseball player. Zack spent 11 years as a pitcher in pro ball reaching as high as Triple A, as well spending some time overseas. In this interview we discuss the grind of a minor leaguer, the importance of continuing the conversation about mental health and Zack’s career/life after baseball. Zack is currently a producer and plays many roles in the entertainment industry, with one of his most successful projects “Thunder Road”, a film that received multiple awards and nominatio...
2021-06-222h 14Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 25 with Stephen ScottA College World Series Champion coming out of Vanderbilt University, Stephen Scott takes the BLTR crew through his journey in baseball and talks about what has propelled him to where he finds himself today. At Vanderbilt, Scott was a key bat in the lineup posting impressive numbers and was a catalyst during their 2019 CWS championship run in Omaha. Drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 10th Round of the 2019 MLB Draft, Stephen talks about his experience with the Red Sox Organization and what he expects from himself as he resumes his professional baseball career after a pandemic hiatus. Hos...
2021-06-151h 10Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 24 with Shayamal VallabhjeeShayamal Vallabhjee is a South African Sports Scientist & Performance Coach with 18 years of experience in High Performance Sporting environments. He is the author of four books on Sports Science & Motivation, a TEDx speaker, recipient of the INK & Australia India Youth Dialogue Fellowship, Men's Health 'Trainer of the Year 2014', Global Fitness Advisory Board Member to Herbalife & Organizing Committee Member of the United Nations ChangeMakers Conference & Entrepreneur. With two decades of on field experience with Olympians & Championship winning teams & three years of living as a monk, Shayamal has learned the art & science of work-life balance and how to starve ou...
2021-06-091h 32Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 23 with Tyson GilliesTyson Gillies is an exceptional athlete and professional baseball player but there is more to Tyson than meets the eye. Tyson began playing baseball around 11-12 years old and as he continued to play competitively he soon realizes his talents could take him far in this game. A native and proud Canadian, Tyson was drafted in the 25h round of the MLB draft in 2006 and spent 9 years in the minors between the Seattle and Philadelphia organizations. With the Canadian National Baseball team Tyson was apart of and made key contributions during the 2015 Pan-American Games capturing the Gold and helping his...
2021-06-021h 10Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 22 with Bobby HoneymanProfessional baseball player in the Seattle Mariners organization Bobby Honeyman joins the Bats Left Throws Right crew to discuss his journey and the road it took to realizing his dreams of becoming a pro. A Long Island native hailing from Massapequa, Bobby was a 2x All County selection and NY All State selection in 2014. Bobby had a stellar career at Division 1 Stony Brook totaling 201 hits for the Wolverines in 4 years with the program capping it off with an All-America East First Team selection in 2018. Drafted during the 29th round of the MLB Draft in 2018, Bobby is currently with the Arka...
2021-06-021h 062021-06-021h 10Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 22 with Bobby HoneymanProfessional baseball player in the Seattle Mariners organization Bobby Honeyman joins the Bats Left Throws Right crew to discuss his journey and the road it took to realizing his dreams of becoming a pro. A Long Island native hailing from Massapequa, Bobby was a 2x All County selection and NY All State selection in 2014. Bobby had a stellar career at Division 1 Stony Brook totaling 201 hits for the Wolverines in 4 years with the program capping it off with an All-America East First Team selection in 2018. Drafted during the 29th round of the MLB Draft in 2018, Bobby is currently with the Arka...
2021-05-261h 06Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 21 with Shannon KavanaughSeason 2 of Bats Left Throws Right kicks off with University of Florida woman’s lacrosse player Shannon Kavanuagh!
2021-05-201h 02Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 20 with Dave MachemerThe Bats Left Throws Right Season 1 finale is joined by long time manager Dave Machemer. A fourth round draft pick by the Anaheim Angels in 1972, he was called up to the big leagues by the Halos in 1978 and hit a home run during his first MLB at-bat. Dave would play for the Detroit Tigers the following season and appeared as player in 11 MiLB seasons. After his playing career ended, Dave continued to work in the game he loved as a coach and manager. Dave has made stops as a skipper in the systems of the Milwaukee Brewers, Montreal Expos...
2021-05-181h 06Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 19 with Dario PizzanoSouthern Maryland Blue Crabs outfielder Dario Pizzano joins Bats Left Throws Right ahead of beginning his 10th season of professional baseball. He was drafted in 2012 during the 15th round by the Seattle Mariners after a stand-out career at Columbia University where he was a 3x All-Ivy League First Team member and 2012 Ivy League Player of the Year. Prior to that, Dario helped lead his Saugus, Massachusetts youth team to the U.S. Championship game of the 2003 Little League World Series in South Williamsport. A lefty batter and righty thrower on the field, he has worked off the field to...
2021-05-111h 31Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 18 with Trevor RaganTrainUgly.com founder Trevor Ragan joins Bats Left Throws Right to discuss his research in motor learning, psychology, and performance science. Trevor has worked with olympic coaches, professional athletes, renowned professors, and thousands of coaches in honing his expertise. Join us to learn more about his cutting edge training practices. Hosted by Jack Aylmer with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2021-05-041h 00Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 17 with Tate GillespieTate Gillespie joins Bats Left Throws Right to discuss his against all odds journey to professional baseball. In the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges and medical complications, Tate’s young baseball career is the product of incredible perseverance. Tune in for more on his remarkable story. Hosted by Jack Aylmer with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2021-04-271h 26Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 16 with Rick Peterson Part 2Long time MLB pitching coach Rick Peterson rejoins Bats Left Throws Right for a second installment of his Episode 16 appearance. Tune in for more on how the man dubbed “The Jacket” has navigated through decades of big league coaching.
2021-04-2259 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 16 with Rick Peterson Part 1Former MLB pitching coach Rick Peterson joins Bats Left Throws Right for a conversation on his coaching philosophies. Among his many stops throughout baseball, Rick has spent time working with the Oakland A's, New York Mets, and Milwaukee Brewers. He has used biomechanical research coupled with an understanding of a player's psyche to improve their abilities. Rick most recently served as Director of Pitching Development for the Baltimore Orioles from 2012-2016. Tune in for more on Rick's extensive experiences in the game of baseball. Hosted by Jack Aylmer, with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2021-04-191h 19Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Special Episode: MLB First Week Roundup and Season PredictionsJack and Peter from the Bats Left Throws Right crew round up the first week of the 2021 MLB season. Join the guys to hear their observations from week 1 and their predictions for the rest of the season. Tune in for playoff picks, MVP favorites, and more!Hosted by Jack Aylmer with co-host Peter LoDuca.
2021-04-1537 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 15 with Howard JohnsonFormer 2x All-Star and 2x NL Silver Slugger Award winner Howard Johnson joins this episode of Bats Left Throws Right. Drafted 12th overall by the Detroit Tigers in 1979, "HoJo" would go on to win a pair of World Series rings while in Detroit. He spent nine of his 14 MLB seasons with the New York Mets, with whom he led the NL in both home runs and RBIs during the 1991 season. A switch hitter and righty thrower during his career, Howard is third on the Mets all-time lists for home runs, RBIs, doubles, and stolen bases. Join us for a...
2021-04-061h 01Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 14 with Skip SchumakerSan Diego Padres associate manager Skip Schumaker comes on to talk baseball with the Bats Left Throws Right crew. During his 11 MLB career, Skip batted left and threw right, while making stops with the St. Louis Cardinals, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Cincinnati Reds. He was a 2001 5th round pick by St. Louis, going on to bat .288 over his eight seasons with the team. A 2x World Series champion with the Cardinals, Skip discusses bringing his postseason experience to coaching a team with 2021 title aspirations. Hosted by Jack Aylmer, with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2021-03-301h 20Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 13 with Jason ImmekusBats Left Throws Right hosts former Independent Frontier League pitcher Jason Immekus. An All-Conference player in college at Washburn University, Jason took the mound for the Richmond Roosters and Kalamazoo Kings during his professional career. Now a member of the Crowder College Baseball coaching staff, he has also worked in numerous collegiate leagues including The Coastal Plain League, The Northwoods League, and the Mink League. Tune in for more on Jason's passion for the game of baseball. Hosted by Jack Aylmer, with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2021-03-231h 38Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 12 with Kevin KramerBats Left Throws Right has a conversation with Pittsburgh Pirates 2015 2nd round pick Kevin Kramer. The lefty batter and righty thrower has made appearances at second base, third base, and in the outfield for Pittsburgh. Kevin collected seven RBIs through 42 at bats with the Pirates in 2019, but a hip injury sidelined him last season. The former UCLA Bruin discusses the rehab process he’s had to undergo in order to come back strong for the upcoming season. Kevin also shares some information about his organization the Kramer Family Foundation, whose charitable initiatives fans can help support at the KramerFamilyFoundation.co...
2021-03-161h 17Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 11 with Zach ReksWhile currently in the midst of fighting for a roster spot with the Los Angeles Dodgers, first baseman and outfielder Zach Reks joins Bats Left Throws Right to discuss his Spring Training battle. A lefty hitter and righty thrower, Zach hit a .284 average with 19 HRs and 71 RBIs in 2019 for L.A.’s Triple-A affiliate, the Oklahoma City Dodgers. Selected by the Dodgers in the 10th round of the 2017 MLB Draft, he started his collegiate baseball career at the United States Air Force Academy in 2013. Zach would go on to take three years away from baseball after his freshman season, befor...
2021-03-091h 11Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 10 with Tom HackimerMinnesota Twins right-handed pitching prospect Tom Hackimer is featured on this week's episode of Bats Left Throws Right. A St. John's University alum, he turned in a 0.47 ERA over 18 games played with the Cape Cod Baseball League's Brewster Whitecaps. Since being drafted by the Twins in the 4th round of the 2016 MLB Draft, Tom has produced a 2.77 career minor league ERA through 169 innings pitched. In 2019 he posted a 2.54 ERA with 75 strikeouts over 56.2 innings pitched between the High A Fort Meyers Miracle and Double-A Pensacola Blue Wahoos.Hosted by Jack Aylmer, with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2021-03-031h 07Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 9 with Morgan HoweAthletes Unlimited professional softball player Morgan Howe joins Bats Left Throws Right to discuss her career in the game. A 2019 First Team All-American at Arizona State University, Morgan led the Sun Devils with 61 RBIs that season, the 8th highest single-season total in program history. During her time at ASU, the lefty thrower and righty batter became the Sun Devil's 5th all-time leader in batting average with a .380 career mark. She finished her first professional softball season as the 25th ranked player for Athletes Unlimited. Tune in for more from Morgan on her ongoing softball journey. Hosted by Jack A...
2021-02-241h 17Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 8 with Alan JaegerAlan Jaeger, founder of Jaegar Sports and the mind behind the J-Bands, joins Bats Left Throws Right to discuss his industry renowned throwing workouts. 3x NL Cy-Young winner Clayton Kershaw has said of the J-Band, "the J-Band is a great tool for building and maintaining arm strength through the duration of a long season." A former Cal State Northridge pitcher and seven year assistant with Cape Cod League's Chatham A's, Alan has worked with over 200 professional baseball players and served as a consultant for the Texas Rangers. As a huge proponent for the benefits stretching for a thrower's long-term...
2021-02-171h 37Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 7 with Tom HouseFormer Atlanta Braves pitcher Tom House, now the throwing coach for Drew Brees and Tom Brady, joins Bats Left Throws Right on this Super Bowl Sunday episode. Coach Tom was drafted with the 48th overall pick in the 1967 MLB Draft by Atlanta, making other stops with the Boston Red Sox and Seattle Mariners during his professional baseball career. After his playing days concluded, he worked as a pitching coach for the Texas Rangers, Houston Astros, San Diego Padres, and USC Trojans. Coined a "professor of throwing," Coach Tom's teachings have aided Hall of Famers like Nolan Ryan and Randy J...
2021-02-0746 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 6 with Scott HairstonBats Left Throws Right hosts 11 year MLB veteran Scott Hairston. A third round pick out of Central Arizona College in 2001, Scott spent time with the Arizona Diamondbacks, San Diego Padres, Oakland Athletics, New York Mets, Chicago Cubs and Washington Nationals during his career. Scott comes from the largest MLB family in history, with his brother Jerry Jr., father Jerry Sr., uncle Johnny, and grandfather Sammy having all played in the big leagues. Scott discusses what it was like growing up around so much baseball talent, his journey to professional baseball, and the lessons learned from the game which he n...
2021-01-1138 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 5 with Dr. Jacob WilsonBats Left Throws Right hosts Dr. Jacob Wilson for a discussion on sports neurology, motor learning, and new practice techniques. An expert researcher on muscle functions, Dr. Jacob's laboratory is the first to investigate the impact that ketosis and supplemental ketones can have when it comes to athletic performance. Known on social media as the "Muscle PhD," he joins the BLTR crew to share his mission of simplifying complex body functions into understandable information for all athletes to improve themselves with. Hosted by Jack Aylmer, with co-hosts Sal and Peter LoDuca.
2020-12-2235 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 4 with Nick DerbaFormer MiLB catcher and current University of Maine Baseball head coach Nick Derba comes aboard Bats Left Throws Right to discuss his career in the game. Nick was a 3 time captain at Manhattan College and played three summers of baseball for the Chatham Anglers of the Cape Cod Baseball League. The St. Louis Cardinals picked Nick up in 30th round of the 2007 MLB Draft, an organization he played 6 seasons with, including parts of 3 years with the AAA Memphis Redbirds. After his playing days, Nick first returned to Chatham and Manhattan as an assistant coach, before serving 3 seasons as an...
2020-12-1330 minBats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 3 with Kevin MageeBaltimore Orioles prospect Kevin Magee joins the Bats Left Throws Right crew on this week's episode. A 2018 9th round pick, Kevin pitched in 2019 for Baltimore's Short-Season A affiliate, the Aberdeen IronBirds, posting a 2.04 ERA with 79 strikeouts over 70.2 innings pitched. The former St. John's star talks about some of the challenges he has faced playing in the minors, particularly following the cancellation of the 2020 MiLB season. Kevin also discusses his time in college ball, how he has navigated through his journey to professional baseball, and what he is doing to prepare himself to pitch again during game situations in 2021.
2020-12-0436 min
Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 2 with Brett LorinFormer Seattle Mariners 5th round pick Brett Lorin joins the Bats Left Throws Right crew. A standout in college at California State University Long Beach, Brett spent 6 seasons in the MiLB with the Mariners, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Arizona Diamondbacks organizations. Brett would go on to finish his baseball career with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic Professional Baseball League. Today, Brett is trying his hand in the sports media world as the host of his own podcast, The Two Tall Sports Podcast. Join us for discussions with Brett on his time in minor league baseball, the creation of...
2020-11-2744 min
Bats Left Throws RightBats Left Throws Right Episode 1 with Jack HowellBats Left Throws Right debuts with our inaugural guest, former California Angels third baseman Jack Howell! A lefty batter and righty thrower, Jack spent 11 years in MLB between the Angels, San Diego Padres, and Houston Astros. In 1992 he made the trip overseas to spend three seasons in the NPB of Japan, winning the 1992 Central League MVP. After his time as a player came to an end, Jack served as the Astros hitting coach, and is now the manager of the Burlington Bees, the Angels' Single-A affiliate. Join us for some stories from Jack's lengthy career within the game of...
2020-11-2745 min
Home Run Applesauce: A New York Mets podcastBrian SchneiderWelcome to UnforMETable, an Amazin’ Avenue Audio show that looks back on less heralded, more obscure Mets players from the past.Coming off of a painful end to the 2007 season and with Paul LoDuca aging, Mets General Manager Omar Minaya made the decision to trade his former top prospect Lastings Milledge to bring in Brian Schneider and Ryan Church from the Washington Nationals.Considered a defensive stalwart, Schneider served as the primary backstop for the Mets in their fateful last season at Shea Stadium as well as their first season at Citi Field—even scoring the Me...
2020-01-2323 min