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Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 9 Episode 1: Mavrick RizySeason 9 Episode 1: Mavrick Rizy by thefuturesleague
2024-06-0622 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 7 Episode 6: Francis FergusonSeason 7 Episode 6: Francis Ferguson by thefuturesleague
2023-07-0534 min
Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Finale: 2022 Futures League Championship SpecialThe Nashua Silver Knights are the 2022 Futures League Champions! They defeated the Vermont Lake Monsters in an epic back-and-forth Game 3, including a go-ahead ninth inning home run by Kyle Wolff. We spoke with owner of the Silver Knights John Creedon, General Manager Cam Cook and Assistant General Manager Katie Arend and Field Manager Kyle Jackson about the Silver Knights and how each of them used the other to help will this title. In addition, we spoke with the MVP of the championship series Jack McDermott about his epic run in the playoffs and playing for this team from the start...
2022-08-1634 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 11: Kyle WolffThe Nashua Silver Knights 1B/DH joins Back to the Futures! Kyle talks about the Silver Knights clinching the third seed in the Futures League playoffs, his first taste of college competition and how he has leaned on the veteran leadership in the locker room to guide his summer. He also talks about facing college competition for the first time, his anticipation for Boston College, his high school experience at Middlesex School and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company!
2022-08-0835 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 10: Sean MatsonThe 2022 Most Outstanding Pitcher at the Futures League All-Star game and current Vermont Lake Monster Sean Matson joins Back to the Futures. Sean talks about his season, in which he leads the league in strikeouts and ERA, the team chemistry in Vermont and how he ended up with the team. He also talks about his time at Harvard, his family of athletes, the advice he received from former Futures Leaguers and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-08-0126 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 9 Teddy SchoenfeldTeddy Schoenfeld, 2022 All-Star and New Britain Bee, joins Back to the Futures! Teddy talks about his hot start to the season, being named an all-star and how he has acclimated to the Bees, despite being a new addition. He also discusses his time at MIT, the MIT pipeline to the major leagues, his time in Boulder, Colorado and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-07-2528 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 8: Paul LambertPaul Lambert, play-by-play announcer for the Worcester Bravehearts, joins Back to the Futures! Paul talks about his six years with the 'Hearts, working for the team after growing up a fan, announcing Futures League Games on NESn and more. He also discusses his years ar Franklin Pierce, dipping into the political side of journalism, working in and around NASCAR and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company!
2022-07-1857 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 7: Vermont Lake Monsters Director of Baseball Operations Morgan BrownMorgan Brown, Director of Baseball Operations for the Vermont Lake Monsters, joins Back to the Futures! Morgan talks about the state of the Lake Monsters so far in 2022, the recruitment of players to the team, the work of the other members of the organization and more. He also talks about his time as a player at Harvard, playing professional baseball in the Can-Am league, his humanitarian efforts and so much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-07-1157 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 6: Seth DussaultHappy July Fourth everyone! This week, the Voice of the Starfires joins Back to the Futures! Seth Dussault talks about his four years with Westfield, his upcoming appearance on NESN and he gives the dictionary definition of Bullens Magic. He also discusses his fourteen years at American International College, his pride for Western Mass, his support of women's sports and more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company!
2022-07-0455 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 5: Joel LaraThe Base Stealing King of the Futures League Joel Lara joins Back to the Futures! Joel discusses his start to the summer in New Britain, making it to the 2021 Futures League Championship Series with Pittsfield and playing with Brockton during the 2020 "improbable summer." He also talks about the art of stealing a base, his time at Franklin Pierce, his recommendations regarding club baseball and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-06-2739 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 4: Noah And Jonah WachterThe Wachter brothers join Back to the Futures! We discuss the start of their season In Nashua, Noah's second and Jonah's first impressions of the Futures League and their relationships with Nashua coaches and management. We also dive into Noah's time at Plymouth State, Jonah's freshman year at Tulane, both of their experiences at Concord High School, the other Wachter athletes and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-06-2052 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 3: Pittsfield Suns Margot Douilett and Kevin DonatiIts a sunny podcast for Episode 3! Pittsfield Suns Director of Operations Margot Douillet and Field Manager Kevin Donati join Back to the Futures! We talk with Margot about becoming the first female manager in Futures League history and what that meant to her, her day to day with the Suns and her journey through the organization. We spoke with Kevin about the start to his managerial career, relying on veteran leadership, Rip City Academy and more! We also get a surprise appearance from a Suns starting pitcher so be sure to tune in! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian...
2022-06-1339 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 2: Jackson HornungOn the latest episode of Back to the Futures, Owen Shadrick sits down with Westfield Starfires star Jackson Hornung. Jackson talks about the start to the Westfield season, Bullens Magic, of course, and his relationship with new manager Kyle Dembrowski. He also talks about his incredible spring season at Skidmore, being a three sport athlete in high school, the tricks of the trade to being a catcher and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-06-0624 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 1: Devin BelenskiSeason 5 officially kicks off with another Futures League returner! Devin Belenski, manager of the Norwich Sea Unicorns, discusses the start to the 2022 summer, the very interesting and quick start to his Sea Unicorn career and life in the Futures League so far. He also talks about his first year at Yale, his previous two years at UConn, his playing career all over CT and so much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78n Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-06-0125 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 5 Episode 0: 2022 Opening Day Special with Joe PaolucciMissed us? Back to the Futures is back for Season Five! Owen is joined by commissioner Joe Paolucci as we kick off Opening Day 2022 in the Futures League. Joe talks about preparations from this offseason, our four games on NESN and another year of Blue Frame! He also talks about the new managers across the league, the talent recruitment by each of the teams, what to expect from promotions around the league this summer and more! Presented by Change Up, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company!
2022-05-2611 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Finale: Brodie- Worcester Bravehearts On-Field Host and PA AnnouncerJason "Brodie" Gilow, public address announcer for the Worcester Bravehearts, joins Back to the Futures for our Season 4 finale! Brodie talks about the upcoming 2022 summer, takes a trip down memory lane from summers past and discusses how he was hired by the 'Hearts. He also talks about the start to his career in the Midwest, his pride for being a member of the Bravehearts organization and, of course, he dives into our Quick Hits segment to finish off Season 4! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-04-251h 28Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 12: Hunter YaworskiHunter Yaworski of the Norwich Sea Unicorns joins Back to the Futures! Hunter talks about his season at Mitchell College, playing college baseball with his brother and his mentality heading into the "back nine" of the season. He also discusses his return for the 2022 season, the winding road that landed him on Norwich in 2021, why decided to cut off his hair and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company!
2022-04-1825 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 11: Shea RyanNashua Silver Knights pitcher Shea Ryan joins the show! He talks about his year at Assumption, his success and the success of his teammates in the Futures League and what summer ball has meant to him. He also discusses his time with Nashua, capturing the 2020 Futures League title, what it will take to win another, his decision to return for a third year and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-04-1129 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 10: Tyler FavrettoAnother champion joins Back to the Futures! Tyler Favretto from the Vermont Lake Monsters talks about the start to his freshman year at Crowder College, how he deals with a packed college schedule and how Futures League play prepared him for his college season. He also talks about the 2021 championship and his decision for 2022, while also dropping probably the best "All-Time Baseball Memory" in BTTF history and so much more! Presented by Zephyr, ChangeUp, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-04-0444 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 9: Gavin NoriegaWorcester Bravehearts first basemen Gavin Noriega joins Back to the Futures! Gavin talks about his first season on the field at Marist after redshirting last year, his early success on the field and how the team can keep the mentality going. He also talks about his decision to return to Worcester for the 2022 summer, recaps an epic 2021 season discusses his bat flip technique and so much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-03-2832 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 8: Jake BlinstrubJake Blinstrub, 2021 Futures League All-Star and Adam Keenan Award Winner, joins Back to the Futures! Jake talks about his career at Mount Saint Vincent, winning the Skyline Conference Player of the Year and playing in Division III. He also talks about his time in Pittsfield, his relationship with Suns manager Matt Gedman, sun delays and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-03-2133 min
Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 7: Jack FoxKane County Cougars RHP Jack Fox is a great example of what Futures League baseball is all about. While playing college ball for the Emerson Lions, Fox spent a summer breaking our single-season strikeout record on the Westfield Starfires during their inaugural season. The following summer Fox spent some time with the Brockton Rox where he was large a part of a combined no-hitter! After graduating from Emerson, where he was a teammate of our very own Johnny Maffei, Fox took a grad year at Lander University and signed with the Kane County Cougars at the beginning of last summer...
2022-03-1448 min
Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 6: Randy BrochuRandy Brochu, play-by-play announcer for the Norwich Sea Unicorns, joins Back to the Futures! Randy discusses his summer in Norwich, his broadcasting experience on NESN this summer and witnessing the talent in Norwich and the league first hand. He also goes into his time with Sacred Heart, broadcasting UConn Hockey, the romance of baseball and so much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company
2022-03-071h 08Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 5: Jake Studley And Griffin YoungTwo Wheaton Lyons join Back to the Futures! On this weeks episode, Johnny and Owen sat down with Jake Studley and Griffin Young to discuss their preparations for the 2022 summer, the Lyons World Series run last year and about NEWMAC conference play. Jake also discuses him time and Brockton and his future plans to transfer to UCONN, while Griffin discusses the 2020 Nashua Silver Knights squad and what made that team, and pitching rotation, so special and so much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-02-2822 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 4: Jill GearinFormer Nashua Silver Knights play by play announcer and current Visalia Rawhide play by play announcer Jill Gearin joins Back to the Futures. Jill talks about her experience with Nashua during the summer of 2018, juggling two other internships along with Nashua and her current position in Visalia. She also discusses her softball career at Emerson. the recent issues surrounding minor league wages, her favorite and least favorite broadcast booths and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-02-2145 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 3: College Baseball Opening Day SpecialOpening Week of College Baseball is finally here...and not locked out! On this episode of Back to the Futures, Owen and Johnny sit down with four former Futures Leaguers to get their input on opening week! Spenser Smith from the Rox and Northeastern, Cole Chudoba from the Bravehearts and UCONN, Dominic Keegan from the Silver Knights and Vanderbilt and Pat Roche also from the Rox and Boston College all join the show and even discuss their favorite flowers, as it is Valentines Day! Presented by Change Up, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-02-141h 09Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS4 E2: New Britain Bees GM Bret DeRosaBret DeRosa, General Manager of the New Britain Bees, makes his full episode debut on Back to the Futures. Bret discusses his tenure with New Britain, hosting the 2021 all-star game last summer and initial plans for the 2022 all-star game, also taking place in New Britain. He also discusses his time at West Virginia, his internship with SNY, what he hopes Bees employees get out of working for the team and so much more! Presented by Change-Up, Zephyr, 78 Sports and Zorian Bat Company.
2022-02-071h 02Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 1: Colby BrouilletteBack to the Futures is officially back! We kick off Season 4 with one of the defending champion Vermont Lake Monsters in Colby Brouillette. Colby talks about his summer at Vermont, growing up watching the Lake Monsters and his favorite in-game promotion at Centennial. He also talks about his time at Clarkson, his time on the ice as the "best hockey player in Vermont," he shows off his routine when heading to the plate (see YouTube) and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and, introducing, Zorian Bats!
2022-01-3146 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 4 Episode 0We are back! Back to the Futures has returned for season 4! Owen and Johnny take a deep dive into the Futures League schedule and preview opening day matchups, including the defending champion Vermont Lake Monsters heading to Westfield! They also preview the All-Star game, which will once again take place in New Britain, and hint at another exciting season of BTTF!
2022-01-2404 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason 3 Finale (S3 E29): Championship SpecialOn the Season 3 finale of "Back to the Futures," we celebrate the 2021 Futures League Champion Vermont Lake Monsters. We are joined by Lake Monsters manager Pete Wilk, who discusses his team, his Co-Manager of the Year and his first season in Burlington. Championship Series MVP Jimmy Evans and Pitcher of the Year finalist Billy Oldham also join the show to talk about their summers, celebrating on the dog pile at the end and the intensity of Game 3 then Johnny and Owen wrap up Season 3! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-08-251h 08Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E28: Dillon RyanGame 2 starter in the Futures League Playoffs semi-finals for the Brockton Rox and Pitcher of the Year Finalist Dillon Ryan joins Back to the Futures! Dillon talks about getting the ball in Game 2, what it was like winning June Pitcher of the Month and staying consistent all summer and the Rox staying together and focused during the late stretch of the season. He also discusses his pitching mechanics, his time at UMass Boston, what his nickname in a boxing match would be and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-08-1649 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E27: Futures League Playoff PreviewAfter an intense final week of the season, the playoff field is set. The Vermont Lake Monsters will be the #1 seed and face the #4 seeded Worcester Bravehearts and the #2 seed Pittsfield Suns will face the #3 seed Brockton Rox. We took an in depth look at the four teams in the playoffs and talked to players on these teams, including Andrew Bergeron of the Vermont Lake Monsters and Javier Rosales of the Pittsfield Suns. This episode is presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-08-1419 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E26: Andrew SelimaAndrew Selima of the Worcester Bravehearts joins Back to the Futures. Andrew discusses being a 3-year veteran of the league, his time in Worcester over the past two seasons and what his favorite between inning promotion is. He also discusses playing at Fitton Field one last time, transferring to Merrimack from Holy Cross, his time at St. Johns Prep and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-08-0945 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E25: Matt MalcomMatt Malcom, catcher for the Norwich Sea Unicorns, joins Back to the Futures! Matt discusses being part of the inaugural Futures League season in Norwich, playing under manager Devin Belenski, and his thoughts on the Sea Unicorn nickname. He also discussed his time at Eastern Connecticut State University, facing so many of his teammates in the FCBL, his skills at the plate and on the mound and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-08-0523 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E24: Brockton Rox Manager Mike GarzaBrockton Rox Manager Mike Garza joins Back to the Futures! Mike talks about the first half of the season in Brockton, what the Rox have to do to continue their success and how he was originally recruited to join the team. He also talks about his 2021 College World Series experience with the Virginia Cavaliers, his time as a volunteer assistant coach at the United States Naval Academy, being the 2008 Texas High School Baseball Player of the Year and much more! Presented by Changeup, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-08-0237 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E23: Christian BealThe Westfield Starfires outfielder and 2021 FCBL All-Star Christian Beal joins Back to the Futures! Christian talks about his summer in Westfield, #BullensMagic, how he ended up on the Starfires and what it was like playing under Tony Deshler! He also discusses what he looks forward to at the University of Richmond, his time at Bates, what his “Top Gun” call name would be and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr and 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-07-2948 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E22: Patrick HarringtonThe Vermont Lake Monsters starter joins Back to the Futures. Patrick talks about his experience so far in Vermont, what it was like being part of the longest win streak in Futures League history and his time with the Nashua Silver Knights. He also discussed his time at Assumption, how he was recruited there, what he would name his pet Lake Monster and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-07-2645 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E21: Logan OttLogan Ott, the 2021 Futures League All-Star Game MVP, joins Back to the Futures! Logan discussed his first year in Nashua, what it was like winning the All-Star MVP and why the "Knights are hot" heading into the second half of the season. He also talked about his time at Maryland, what he has learned from former big leaguers, including his grandfather Ed Ott, his "outfield cravings" and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-07-2227 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E20: Ryan BagdasarianRyan Bagdasarian, a 2021 FCBL All-Star and New Britain Bee joins Back to the Futures! Ryan talks about what led to his return for a second year in New Britain, his thoughts on the 2021 FCBL All-Star festivities and how he adjusts to the rain outs and cancellations that have plagued the league this season. He also talks about his time with Eastern Connecticut State University, his original recruitment to UConn Avery Point, why he is not a fan of hotdogs and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-07-1932 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E19: Former Major League First Basemen Carlos PeñaFormer Major Leaguer and current MLB Network Analyst Carlos Peña joins Back to the Futures! Carlos gives advice to the All-Stars participating in this weeks festivities in the FCBL, why scout day and the MLB combine are so important for young baseball players and his take on the "Home Run Derby to Win It." He also discusses the meaning and origins of "PLAKATA," his 2007 Silver Slugger and 2008 Gold Glove awards, meeting his childhood hero George Bell and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-07-121h 31
Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueThe Futures League All-Star Selection SpecialThe Futures League All Star Selection show is live! We had a number of all-stars discuss their selections, as well as New Britain Bees GM Bret DeRosa. Bret discusses the festivities and what fans should expect for Monday night during the Home-Run Derby and Tuesday night, during the All-Star Game, in New Britain. We also heard from all-stars Cole Bartels of the Westfield Starfires, June Pitcher of the Month Dillon Ryan of the Brockton Rox, Patrick Harrington from the Vermont Lake Monsters, Kaelen Culpepper of the Norwich Sea Unicorns and Ryan Bagdasarian of the New Britain Bees. Hear what these...
2021-07-0931 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E18: Worcester Bravehearts Director of Productions Donny PorcaroThe Director of Production for the Worcester Bravehearts and Play-by-Play announcer for the upcoming Futures League games on NESN Donny Porcaro joins Back to the Futures! Donny talks about his time with the Bravehearts, why fans should watch the games on NESN, what it is like working for Worcester after growing up in the area and more! He also discusses his time with Suffolk Radio, a podcast of his own, fulfilling a childhood dream during the 2018 Red Sox World Series run and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-07-081h 07Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E17: Tre CobbThe shortstop for the Norwich Sea Unicorns joins Back to the Futures! Tre talks about how he ended up in Norwich, what it has been like to be so successful with one of the two new teams in the FCBL and facing some of his college teammates in summer ball! He also talks about his time with the University of Hartford, the universities move to Division III, his high school baseball experience and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-07-0527 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E16: I'zaiya MestreI'zaiya Mestre, pitcher for the Pittsfield Suns, joins Back to the Futures. I'zaiya talks about his start to the 2021 season, what it was like to start the home opener in the Suns return to the league and his relationship with manager Matt Gedman. He also discusses his time with the New Haven Chargers. the hashtag #BrickbyBrick, his favorite high school memories and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-07-0124 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E15: Luke BroadhurstThe New Britain Bees third basemen joins Back to the Futures! Luke talks about his hot start in New Britain, his take on the HR derby to win it, representing the state of Connecticut and more! He also talks about his time with Eastern Connecticut State University, his weekly routine during summer ball, his memories from Little League and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-06-2834 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E14: Dakota HarrisDakota Harris, starting shortstop for the Worcester Bravehearts, joins Back to the Futures! Dakota talks about his first few weeks in the FCBL, the role his brothers have played in his playing career and how he is always one of the first players on the field on game day. He also talks about his time at Polk State, life as a switch hitter, what a Cajun Boiled Peanut is and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-06-2420 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E13: Nashua Silver Knights Pitching Coach Ariel RamosAriel Ramos, pitching coach for the Nashua Silver Knights joins the podcast! Ariel describes the feeling of winning the 2020 championship with the Silver Knights, his game-day routine as a pitching coach and how he ended up in coaching. He also discusses his time with the Marines Corps, pitching at Daniel Webster, celebrating Father's Day as a father and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-06-2137 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E12 Michael GolankiewiczBrockton Rox Michael Golankiewicz, the hottest hitter in the league right now, joins "Back to the Futures!" Michael talks about his hot start in Brockton, what he has learned from interim manager Jack Arend and how he ended up playing for the Rox. He also talks about facing Merrimack teammates and college rivals in the FCBL, how he ended up at Merrimack, why he is on a two year hiatus from being a Red Sox fan and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage!
2021-06-1722 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E11: Jackson PetersenThe Westfield Starfires catcher joins Back to the Futures! Jackson discusses many topics including his play during his first few weeks in Westfield, how he ended up there and his time with the Pittsfield Suns in 2019. He also talks about transferring to Richmond, his time at Penn, what it was like to be a student at an Ivy League school and so much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-06-1424 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E10 Brett HansenBrett Hansen, pitcher for the Vermont Lake Monsters, joins Back to the Futures! Brett details how he ended up in Vermont, what it has been like to play at Centennial Field and he gives a emphatic message to Lake Monster fans. He also discusses serving on a two year mormon mission, committing to play at Vanderbilt University, the MLB draft process and so much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports, and On Demand Storage.
2021-06-1037 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E9: Mike GervasiPittsfield Suns catcher Mike Gervasi joins Back to the Futures! Mike talks about his first week in the Futures League, what it has been like having a great start out of the gate and his first experience with the famous "Sun Delays." He also discussed his first full season with UMass baseball, his unique recruiting journey to UMass, what it was like winning the D4 Massachusetts State Championship and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-06-0726 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSpecial Edition Episode: NPI Director of Baseball Mike TampelliniWe are thrilled to welcome Northeast Performance Institute or NPI, into the Futures League family! For this "Special Edition Episode" of Back to the Futures, we sat down with NPI Director of Baseball, Mike Tampellini, who gave fans an insight into the company, how they will help the Futures League and what players outside of the Futures League can do to sign up! We also discussed his background, what it was like working with players like Shohei Ohtani, his favorite baseball memories and much more! Presented by Northeast Performance Institute (NPI).
NPI Website: https://www.gonpi.org/npi-sports
Twitter: @MikeTampellini
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2021-06-0523 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E8: Brockton Rox Assistant Coach Jack ArendCurrent Brockton Rox interim manager and former Nashua Silver Knight Jack Arend joins the podcast! Jack talks about his experience thus far as the acting manager, how it felt to get his first managerial win and what it was like winning the 2020 Futures League Championship with Nashua! He also discusses his time at Bates College, why he chose Nichols College to finish his playing career, his wizardry at the catcher position and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-06-031h 06Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E7: New Britain Bees Manager Donnie McKillopDonnie McKillop, the new manager of the New Britain Bees, joins Back to the Futures! Donnie discusses how he got the New Britain job, what it was like to get his first Futures League win and the technicalities of being a manager in the FCBL. He also talks about his time at Loomis, his coaching staff and what they have meant to him. his baseball and football playing careers and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-05-3153 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E6: Westfield Starfires Director of Player Personnel Hunter GoldenHunter Golden, the Director of Player Personnel for the Westfield Starfires, joins Back to the Futures! Golden discusses his day-to-day operations, he gave an in-depth look at the roster and talked about how he initially got to Westfield. He also talks about his experiences at ESPN, why he wanted to work in sports, what "Bullens Magic" means to him and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-05-2747 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E5: Opening Day Special with FCBL Commissioner Joe PaolucciWe are joined by Futures League Commissioner Joe Paolucci as we celebrate Opening Week 2021 of the league season. We discuss the process of the Vermont Lake Monsters and Norwich Sea Unicorns joining the league, how last summer was so successful and what fans can expect at this years All-Star game in New Britain. Joe also talks about the expanded schedule, what fans should be aware of with COVID restrictions and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-05-2416 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E4: Norwich Sea Unicorns GM Dave SchermerhornDave Schermerhorn, the GM of the newest Futures League team, the Norwich Sea Unicorns, joins Back to the Futures! Dave talks about the Sea Unicorns busy few weeks since entering the league, the team's relationship with the city of Norwich, what fans can expect at Dodd Stadium this summer and more! We also discuss what it means to be a hometown kid and work for the Sea Unicorns, his hockey career and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-05-2033 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E3: Vermont Lake Monsters GM CJ KnudsenThe Vermont Lake Monsters make their Back to the Futures debut! We are joined by Senior Vice President CJ Knudsen. CJ talks about how the Lake Monsters joining the Futures League came to fruition, what fans can expect at Centennial Field this summer and more! We also discuss his journey from intern to Senior VP with the organization, his past ties to the Norwich Sea Unicorns, his "passion for signs" with Grand Slam Signs and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-05-1735 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E2: Nick MartinNick Martin of the Worcester Bravehearts joins Back to the Futures! Nick discusses what it was like being part of the last two Futures League Championships, including winning the title in 2019. We discuss the Bravehearts returning to Hanover Insurance Park at Fitton Field, his role in the 2019 Championship title and how his ability to steal bases has helped his team win games. Nick also discusses his college career at Westfield State, his time with his legion team, Shrewsbury Post 397, and much more! Presented by ChangeUp, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-05-1334 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E1: Nick GuarinoNashua Silver Knights starting pitcher Nick Guarino joins Back to the Futures! The 2020 First Team All-FCBL member talks about returning to Nashua for a second season. We discuss what it meant to help his team win the 2020 Futures League Championship, his rowdy and loving fan base and being a leader for his team this summer. Guarino also discusses his season at Clark University, what it means to return to play, playing in Division III baseball and more! Presented by Change-up, Zephyr, 78 Sports and On Demand Storage.
2021-05-1023 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS3 E0: Introduction to Season 3Back to the Futures is back! Owen Shadrick joins the newest member of the Futures League family and newest co-host of BTTF Johnny Maffei to begin Season 3. The two recap the offseason, which featured two new teams joining the league. Owen also put Johnny on the hot seat for Quick Hits, presented by Zephyr. Johnny talks about his favorite MLB team, his superstitions on the baseball field and his favorite all-time baseball memory and so much more!
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2021-05-0608 min
Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason Two Finale: 2020 FCBL Championship Series MVP Kyle BouchardKyle Bouchard, the 2020 FCBL Championship Series MVP, joins Back to the Futures for our Season Two Finale! Kyle discusses what it was like joining the Nashua Silver Knights in the middle of the season, leading the team to their fifth Futures League title, and his reaction to being named Most Valuable Player. We also talk about preparations for his final spring season at Nichols College, his relationship with former college teammate and current Nashua GM Cam Cook, his previous experiences in Brockton and Martha's Vineyard, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2021-03-0132 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E11: Brockton Rox GM Tom TraceyBrockton Rox General Manager Tom Tracey joins Back to the Futures! He looks back at his first season as GM in 2020, his four seasons as Rox assistant coach from 2016-2019, and previews what's in store for next summer. We discuss plans to renovate Campanelli Stadium, his prior roles in education and social work, M&M superstitions, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2021-02-2241 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E10: Noah MartinezNew Britain Bees designated hitter and first baseman Noah Martinez joins Back to the Futures! The 2020 All-FCBL First Team member and 2020 FCBL MVP Finalist talks about his impressive summer with the Bees as the team’s offensive leader. We discuss his patient aggressiveness at the plate, building chemistry with his teammates, and being one of many Connecticut natives on the Bees. Noah also talks about preparations for his first season playing for CCSU, how he spent his redshirt freshman year last spring, his Steelers and Canadiens fandom, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2021-02-1534 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E9: Westfield Starfires Co-Owners & Co-Founders Donnie Moorhouse and Chris ThompsonWestfield Starfires Co-Owners and Co-Founders, Donnie Moorhouse and Chris Thompson, join Back to the Futures! They talk about what went into the decision to purchase and start a Futures League team, the importance of baseball in Westfield, and what strengths they each bring to the table. We also discuss Bullens Magic, their previous ventures in collegiate and minor league hockey, and preparations for the Starfires' third campaign in 2021. Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2021-02-0845 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E8: Worcester Bravehearts Manager Alex DionAlex Dion, the manager for the Worcester Bravehearts, joins Back to the Futures! He shares his experiences with the Bravehearts as head skipper for the past two summers, in addition to his role as the team's hitting coach in 2018. We discuss being on the winning and losing side of a championship, why he entered the summer collegiate circuit, his role as the Milford High School baseball head coach, providing financial literacy and life skill lessons in the classroom, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2021-02-0159 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E7: Nashua Silver Knights' Assistant GM Katie ArendKatie Arend, the Assistant General Manager of the 2020 FCBL Champion Nashua Silver Knights, joins Back to the Futures! She gives us her perspective of the title run during her first year in the Silver Knights' front office, logistical challenges she had to face with COVID-19, and the connection the Silver Knights have with the city of Nashua. We also discuss her new role with the league office as the first-ever Director of Student-Athlete Development and Engagement, how she plans to connect with former players in the league and prepare them for a career beyond baseball, her swimming career at the...
2021-01-2543 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E6: Nate TellierNate Tellier, relief pitcher for the Brockton Rox, joins us on Back to the Futures! We discuss how his summer in Brockton helped him sign a professional contract with the Boston Red Sox, getting to play baseball after his senior season at UMass-Dartmouth was cut short, and the pride in being a New England D3 talent. We also chat Nate's experience as a two-way player, his superstitions, and how his biology major has helped him on the mound. Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2021-01-1831 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E5: Northeastern University Head Coach Mike GlavineMike Glavine, the Northeastern University baseball head coach, joins Back to the Futures! We discuss the importance of the summer collegiate baseball model in today’s game, how the Futures League has helped the development of his players early on in their college careers, and notable players from his program to play in the league, including Aaron Civale, Max Burt, Jared Dupere, Brandon Dufault, and Max Viera. We also chat about his coaching history, leading Northeastern to the 2018 NCAA Tournament, playing for the Mets alongside older brother and Hall of Famer, Tom, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2021-01-111h 02Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E4: New Britain Bees' Broadcasters Leverett Ball and Nick ZelayaThe voices of the New Britain Bees, Leverett Ball and Nick Zeyala, join us for the first episode of Back to the Futures in 2021! They discuss how they joined the Bees, their connection with the fans in New Britain, and developing broadcast chemistry with one another. We also chat about how Leverett mentored Nick in his first season on the mic, overcoming technical challenges early in the summer, their broadcasting experience outside the Futures League, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
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Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E3: Pittsfield Suns Manager Matt GedmanMatt Gedman, the manager for the Pittsfield Suns, becomes the first member of the Pittsfield organization to join us on the 30th episode of Back to the Futures! We discuss the Suns’ return to the Futures League in 2021, what preparations they have already made for next summer, and how Matt spent his time as an assistant coach for Brockton in 2020. We also chat about his roles as the Trinity College assistant baseball coach and goaltenders coach for their hockey team, sun delays, his time playing Mookie Betts for the 2013 Salem Red Sox, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-12-2857 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueS2 E2: Nick DombkowskiNick Dombkowski, a finalist for 2020 Futures League Pitcher of the Year, joins Back to the Futures to talk about his dominant 2020 campaign with the Westfield Starfires. We discuss his career at the University of Hartford, where he led the Hawks to their first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance in 2018, being named 2018 America East Rookie and Pitcher of the Year, and his preparations for the 2021 MLB Draft. We also touch on his time with the Wachusett Dirt Dawgs in 2017, a summer on the Cape with the Bourne Braves, and more! Sponsored by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-12-2135 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueSeason Two Premiere: John Creedon, Jr.John Creedon, Jr., the owner of the Worcester Bravehearts and Nashua Silver Knights, joins Back to the Futures for our Season 2 premiere! He discusses his tenure with the Bravehearts, how he became the owner of a baseball team, and why he decided to purchase the Silver Knights in 2019. We also chat about how a trip to Madison, WI transformed his attitude about the baseball gameday experience, watching his two teams square off in the 2019 Futures League Championship Series, and more! Sponsored by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-12-141h 25Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 27: Season One Finale ft. FCBL Commissioner Joe PaolucciTo all of our dedicated listeners: thank you. After 27 episodes, 4000+ streams, in addition to countless stories and laughs, Matt Sottile and Owen Shadrick close out Season One of Back to the Futures by looking back at an incredible summer of baseball. FCBL Commissioner Joe Paolucci joins the podcast following his second full season in charge of the league and previews the First Annual Futures League Golf Tournament and FCBL Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on October 9th. Matt and Owen conclude the episode with a special edition of Quick Hits. Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-08-2748 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 26: Nashua Silver Knights' Manager, 2020 FCBL Champion & Manager of the Year Kyle JacksonKyle Jackson, field manager of the Nashua Silver Knights, joins the podcast to discuss winning the 2020 Futures League Championship! The Nashua native, who was named Manager of the Year, talks about his first year in charge after serving as the team’s pitching coach for six summers, what the team has meant to him this year, and bringing the title back to his hometown. We also chat about his minor league career in the Boston Red Sox organization, getting called up to the 40-man roster, his sports memorabilia collection, superstitions, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-08-241h 11Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 25: 2020 FCBL MVP Ben RiceThe 2020 Futures League Most Valuable Player, Ben Rice, joins the podcast to discuss his incredible summer with the Worcester Bravehearts. He explains what it means to return to the FCBL Championship Series, how his league-leading 11 home runs have helped propel the Bravehearts to their 7th straight championship appearance, his collegiate career at Dartmouth, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-08-2044 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 24: North Shore Navigators' Director of Digital Media Emma CarmanEmma Carman, Director of Digital Media for the North Shore Navigators, joins the podcast to discuss her experiences over the last three summers with the team. She explains developing relationships with players and personnel across the league, getting the chance to serve as a sideline reporter for three FCBL games on NESN, her involvement as Acrobatics and Tumbling Manager at Quinnipiac, what it means to be a woman in sports media, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-08-1757 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 23: Dolan OcasalDolan Ocasal, second baseman for the Westfield Starfires, joins Back to the Futures to discuss his second summer in the FCBL! We chat about his role as a vocal leader for his team, what it means to be a Starfire, the excitement about his return to play tonight (Thurs. 8/13), getting three pitching appearances last summer, his career at the University of Albany, where he was named to the 2019 America East All-Rookie Team, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-08-1338 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 22: Dominic KeeganThe current Futures League leader in RBI’s and former FCBL Player of the Week, Dominic Keegan of the Nashua Silver Knights, joins the podcast! We discuss his outstanding production this summer, his return to the league after playing for North Shore in 2018, how he has rebounded following a setback this fall and what his return to the diamond means to him, winning the 2019 College World Series with Vanderbilt, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-08-1033 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 21: Worcester Bravehearts' GM Dave PetersonThe 2019 FCBL Executive of the Year, Dave Peterson, General Manager of the Worcester Bravehearts, joins Back to the Futures! He discusses his passion for providing a memorable gameday experience for every fan that attends a Bravehearts game, what the team means to the city of Worcester, and the importance of giving back to his community in every capacity. We also discuss his work putting together the 2020 Futures League schedule, coordinating the league’s network deal with NESN, his favorite moments throughout four championship runs with the team, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-08-061h 04Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 20: Boston Red Sox Northeast Regional Scouting Supervisor Ray FagnantRay Fagnant, the Northeast Regional Scouting Supervisor for the Boston Red Sox, joins the podcast ahead of the Futures League’s three Scout Days! He discusses his role as a scout for the Red Sox over the last 22 years, what he’s looking for during Scout Days, and what the Futures League has meant to Major League scouts this summer. He also chats about his career in the minor leagues for the New Britain Red Sox, catching the 1999 MLB Home Run Derby, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-08-031h 00Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 19: Mike CarusoMike Caruso, catcher for the New Britain Bees, joins the podcast. He walks us through his first year in the Futures League, hitting .302 for the Bees, playing in front of a great fanbase at New Britain Stadium, his career at Fairfield University, his favorite plays behind the dish, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-07-3032 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 18: Buddy DewaineBuddy Dewaine of the Brockton Rox, the 2019 FCBL Defensive Player of the Year, joins the podcast to discuss the recent offensive surge in Brockton. We talk about his talent at the plate, in the field at third base, on the mound, and how he hopes to carry those talents to the next level. He reviews his 2019 season, in which his Bristol Blues reached the FCBL Championship Series, as well his junior spring at CCSU, when the Blue Devils qualified for the 2019 NCAA Championship and defeated #24 Cal in the Regionals. Dewaine was named to the 2019 Fayetteville All-Regional Team during his team’s...
2020-07-2742 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 17: Mark ColeyMark Coley of the Westfield Starfires, a 2019 FCBL Top Pro Prospect, joins the podcast! He discusses his hot start to the season, being tied for 2nd in the league in home runs (4), his 2019 campaign with Pittsfield, in which he was named an All-Star and First Team All-FCBL, being a role model for his younger teammates growing up, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-07-2324 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 16: FCBL & Navs' Director of Media Relations Josh KumminsJosh Kummins, who serves as the Director of Media Relations for the FCBL and the North Shore Navigators, in addition to his role as a staff writer at New England Baseball Journal, joins Back to the Futures! He talks about his personal experience watching and writing about baseball in New England, his love for both baseball and hockey, covering the 2019 Stanley Cup Final and 2015 Frozen Four, his infamous Bible, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-07-2045 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 15: Jared DupereNashua Silver Knights’ outfielder Jared Dupere, a 2019 FCBL All-Star and 2019 First-Team All-FCBL, joins the podcast! We discuss his return to Nashua this summer, hitting a home run in his first at-bat this season, how the Silver Knights have rebounded from an 0-3 start to win six of their last eight games, his career at Northeastern University, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-07-1626 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 14: Mariano RicciardiThe 2019 FCBL Championship MVP, Mariano Ricciardi of the Worcester Bravehearts, joins the podcast to discuss his fourth summer in the Futures League. We chat with ‘Mr. Braveheart’ about the unique culture inside the Worcester locker room, how special it is for him to be back with the Bravehearts this summer, his new home at the University of Dayton, his playing days at Worcester Academy, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-07-1343 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 13: Alex PriceAlex Price, starting pitcher for the New Britain Bees, joins the podcast following his Opening Day shutout win over the Worcester Bravehearts. He discusses what it meant to be named an FCBL Opening Day starter for the second straight year, playing live baseball in front of fans, his memories playing for Pittsfield last summer, the excitement surrounding the Bees in 2020, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-07-0932 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 12: Sal FrelickSal Frelick, a 2018 FCBL All-Star and the 10th-ranked MLB prospect in the Class of 2021 (Perfect Game), joins the podcast to discuss his return to the North Shore Navigators in 2020. We talk about what the Futures League means to him, the importance of keeping home-grown talent in New England, hitting for the cycle against Worcester, his career at Boston College, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-07-0628 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 11: Westfield Starfires' GM Evan MoorhouseEvan Moorhouse, the General Manager of the Westfield Starfires, joins the podcast to discuss his excitement about Westfield's second summer in the FCBL, the talent that is returning for year two, and the new additions to the team, including Stella Starfire! We discuss his background in hockey, what the community of Westfield means to the team, the inspiration behind the team's colors, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-07-0251 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 10: Brockton Rox Manager Andy TheriaultAndy Theriault, the manager of the Brockton Rox, joins the podcast to discuss his preparations entering his fourth year in Brockton. We discuss what the FCBL means to him, how he plans to manage the plethora of talent on his roster this year, his experience managing in the 2019 All-Star Game, catching a bullpen session for Kerry Wood, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-2940 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 9: Nashua Silver Knights' GM Cam CookCam Cook, the General Manager of the Nashua Silver Knights, comes on the podcast to discuss his preparation for the season in his first season as GM. We discuss his playing days in Nashua, when he won two straight FCBL Championships (2016-2017), guidelines for fans attending Holman Stadium this summer, his memories with "Boys' Club," and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-2533 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 8: FCBL Commissioner Joe PaolucciFCBL Commissioner Joe Paolucci shares breaking news and announces the start of the 2020 Futures League season! He breaks down the schedule, the collective effort it took to get to this point, what he is most looking forward to in his second year as League Commissioner, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-2225 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 7: Shawn BabineauShawn Babineau, a 2019 FCBL All-Star and 2019 First Team All-FCBL, joins the podcast to discuss his decision to rejoin the two-time defending league champions, the Worcester Bravehearts. We chat about his first season at Franklin Pierce University, his cast of teammates that have shaped his experiences the past few summers in the league, his special pregame routine in honor of his mother, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-1830 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 6: New Britain Bees' GM Brad Smith and Manager Ray GuarinoNew Britain Bees’ GM Brad Smith and Manager Ray Guarino join Back to the Futures to discuss their status as the newest members of the FCBL. We discuss their first handful of team practices, forming their first roster, what a return to baseball means to the state of Connecticut, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-1549 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 5: Dylan JonesDylan Jones of the Nashua Silver Knights joins Back to the Futures to discuss his 2019 All-Star season, his decision to return to Nashua for a third consecutive season, his experience working for the Marlins' grounds crew in Spring Training, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-1125 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 4: Danny CrossenDanny Crossen of the Westfield Starfires joins the podcast to discuss his 2019 All-Star campaign, his baseball career at Northeastern, and the experience of playing for Westfield during their inaugural season. We discuss his epic nine-inning nine-position game last year, getting to play against the Red Sox in Spring Training, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-0827 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 3: Nick SinacolaNick Sinacola, one of two 2019 FCBL Pro Prospects, and starting pitcher for the Brockton Rox, joins Episode 3 of Back to the Futures. We discuss his decision to return to the Rox, his new role as a starter at the University of Maine this spring, his experience at last year's All-Star Game, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-0424 minBack to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 2: Angelo BaezAngelo Baez, the 2019 FCBL Pitcher of the Year and member of the two-time defending FCBL Champions Worcester Bravehearts joins Back to the Futures for Episode 2. We discuss his decision to return to the Futures League, their team's quest for a threepeat, his new magic tricks that he's working on over quarantine, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-06-0128 min
Back to the Futures: The Official Podcast of the Futures LeagueEpisode 1: Sean LawlorThe 2019 FCBL MVP joins Matt Sottile and Owen Shadrick for the first-ever episode of Back to the Futures. We discuss his decision to rejoin the North Shore Navigators this summer, his future next year at the University of Maine, how he's staying in baseball shape, potential walkup songs, and more! Presented by Changeup and Zephyr.
2020-05-2829 min