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Canadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Takeaways from AprilMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the first month of the season for the Toronto Blue Jays. What positives can be drawn? What sorts of trends are emerging? How does the next month look for them? Matt and Jackson discuss it all. Hear it AND see it by visiting our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@canadianbaseballnetworkpodcastFlex Pack Summer Clinics are BACK at The Baseball Zone - click here to learn more: https://thebaseballzone.ca/summer-baseball-clinics/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat...2025-04-2930 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN LIVE: Opening Day 2025Matt and Jackson discuss Opening Day for the Blue Jays, which ended in a 12-2 loss to the Baltimore Orioles.To catch live episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@canadianbaseballnetworkpodcastThe Baseball Zone: https://thebaseballzone.ca/Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2025-03-2721 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN LIVE: Blue Jays Spring Training News & NotesIn the first edition of the CBN Podcast live, Matt and Jackson discuss the new format, chat about Matt's trip to Florida, Blue Jays spring training so far, and how the roster projects to shake out with Opening Day quickly approaching. To check out the video and subscribe to catch future live episodes, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJsOlhisqv4Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2025-03-2122 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: College Series with Lars DavisLars Davis is the Assistant hitting coach at Georgia State University. He joins the CBN Podcast to discuss his approach to coaching, how he uses analytics, recruiting, and shares his thoughts on the transfer portal. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2025-02-1231 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: College Series with Matt SpataforaNiagara Baseball head coach Matt Spatafora joins the CBN Podcast to talk about his role as head coach and what that entails, modern training methods and his thoughts on the current state of college baseball. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2025-02-0431 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: College Series with Mike McRaeMike McRae is the associate head coach and pitching coach at Rutgers University. He joins Matt Betts for a wide-ranging conversation, discussing the start of his career in coaching, his philosophies, his move to Rutgers and his opinion on the transfer portal. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio 2025-01-2844 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: College Series with Joey HawkinsJoey Hawkins is the head baseball coach at Missouri State University. Joey, along with MSU players Michael Yusypchuk and Taeg Gollert join Matt Betts for a conversation about college baseball from a Canadian perspective. They discuss life as a college athlete, balancing academics and sports, player development, the current state of college baseball, and much more. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2025-01-2138 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: College Series with Rob McCoyRob McCoy is the head baseball coach at the College of William & Mary. He joins Matt Betts for episode 1 of the College Series, a mini-series by the CBN Podcast exploring the college baseball scene through a Canadian lens. Rob shares his perspective on recruiting, his time at Niagara, building a program, the transfer portal and much more. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2025-01-1445 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Cade SmithCleveland Guardians RHP Cade Smith (Abbotsford, BC) joins the CBN Podcast to talk about his career so far and his journey to MLB. Cade recalls his time playing at the University of Hawaii, the signing process, why he chose Cleveland, his debut, life in the big leagues and playing an important role in one of the best bullpens in baseball history. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2025-01-0331 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Keegan MathesonMLB.com's Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson returns to the CBN Podcast to talk about the offseason so far. Keegan breaks down the Winter Meetings and shines light on cultivating sources and breaking stories, before diving into the offseason for the Blue Jays and where it could go from here. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-12-1854 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Erik SabrowskiLHP Erik Sabrowski (Edmonton, AB) debuted for the Cleveland Guardians this past September. He talks about the experience of pitching in the big leagues, pitching to Juan Soto at Yankee Stadium in the postseason, his long and inspiring journey, and what he's learned along the way. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-12-0928 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Ben Nicholson-SmithSportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith returns to the CBN Podcast to chat about the Blue Jays offseason as the Winter Meetings approach. Ben shares what it's like covering the Winter Meetings, discusses Juan Soto's free agency, and gives an outlook on the offseason for the Blue Jays. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-12-0230 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: What's Next for the Blue Jays?Matt and Jackson share their thoughts on the 2024 Toronto Blue Jays season, discuss Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro's end of season press conferences and break down the roster needs for 2025. They also have a conversation about what World Series contention looks like in modern MLB, and how far Toronto is (or isn't) from it. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-10-2535 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Notes from the Canadian Futures ShowcaseThe 10th annual Canadian Futures Showcase took place from September 17-21 2024 at Rogers Centre. Matt Betts shares his notes and observations, and we hear from a number of people who Matt spoke with at the event. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-10-1826 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Kevin Hussey from The Baseball ZoneKevin Hussey is the director of operations and communications at The Baseball Zone. He spent some time chatting with Matt Betts about player development, coaching, college recruitment, and high school baseball from the Canadian perspective. Up and coming baseball talents, coaches and parents alike will want to give this a listen. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-10-1134 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Cherrie-Marie Chiu from ALS Double PlayCherrie-Marie Chiu joins Matt and Jackson to talk about ALS Double Play, which raises awareness about ALS and supports ALS research. She recaps the K ALS event that was held at The Baseball Zone on September 7, shares her motivation for creating ALS Double Play, and delivers a powerful message. Visit https://www.alsdoubleplay.com/ to learn more and to find ways to support the initiative. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-09-2226 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Joey Votto Retires & The Blue Jays look to the FutureMatt and Jackson return to catch up on a busy few weeks in Canadian baseball. They discuss Joey Votto's retirement and his legacy, dish their opinions on the current Blue Jays roster, look to 2025 and break down what a contract extension for Vladimir Guerrero Jr would look like. Audio Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-08-261h 01Canadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Trade Deadline PreviewMatt and Jackson discuss the 2024 Toronto Blue Jays season so far, try to predict which direction the franchise will head in, and take a closer look at the future of some high profile players on the roster. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-07-1934 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Danny GallagherDanny Gallagher joins Matt to discuss his new book, Explosion, which shares stories and fascinating details about the Montréal Expos. Danny talks about the making of the book, shares stories and memories from his time covering the Expos, the strike in 1994 and recalls the process which led to the Expos leaving Montréal.Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-06-0535 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Mike WilnerMike Wilner of the Toronto Star joins the CBN Podcast to discuss the Blue Jays season so far, Ross Atkins' recent media availability, and reflects on his career in broadcasting. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Audio Credit: Sportsnet/YouTube2024-05-2444 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Ben Nicholson-SmithSportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith joins Matt and Jackson to talk about the 2024 Blue Jays season in the early going. They break down some areas where the Blue Jays have struggled, theorize about potential trade deadline moves and Ben provides insight into his role as a reporter. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-05-0727 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Mike SteedMike Steed, pitching coach for the Atlanta Braves High-A affiliate Rome Emperors joins Matt Betts for a wide-ranging conversation. They discuss player development in Canada, specifically regarding pitching, and ways it could improve. Mike also shares insight about being a pitching coach and discusses the up and coming pitching prospects in the Braves system. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-04-0446 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2024 Blue Jays PreviewMatt and Jackson tee up the 2024 season for the Toronto Blue Jays. They go over the pitching staff and some of the early injuries, the depth arms and how they could be utilized. The lineup, a big point of interest in the offseason, is discussed at length. Is it enough? What are the x-factors? They wrap up the chat with a Joey Votto discussion and some predictions. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-03-2744 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Joey HawkinsJoey Hawkins, Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at Missouri State University joins Matt Betts for a wide ranging conversation about player recruitment, development, what recruiters are seeking at the next level, and much more. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-03-0729 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Keegan Matheson from Blue Jays Spring TrainingKeegan Matheson of MLB.com returns to the CBN Podcast to talk about early themes and stories from Blue Jays Spring Training, the team's outlook for 2024, the slow offseason, where the Jays rank within the division, and much more. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-02-2755 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Owen CaissieChicago Cubs prospect and MLB.com's 47th ranked prospect, Owen Caissie chats with Matt Betts about his career so far, including his time representing Canada at the WBC, his offseason regimen, hitting philosophy and his outlook on the 2024 season. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-02-1526 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Mitch Bannon & Ethan DiamandasMatt Betts is joined by freelance Blue Jays reporters Mitch Bannon and Ethan Diamandas for a roundtable discussion. They try to make sense of Toronto's offseason transactions, focus on a few players coming off disappointing seasons, and make some predictions for the upcoming 2024 season. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2024-02-0842 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Jim CallisJim Callis, senior writer for MLB Pipeline, chats with Matt Betts about the MLB Top 100 prospects list for 2024. This year's Top 100 includes Canadians Tyler Black and Owen Caissie as well as Blue Jays prospects Ricky Tiedemann and Orelvis Martinez, whom they discuss. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat AudioAudio Credit: The Hub for Baseball Highlights/YouTube 2024-02-0153 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Shohei Ohtani's Free Agency SagaMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes from start to finish. They discuss the first mentions of Toronto being in the mix, Ohtani's visit to Dunedin, the infamous plane tracking day and media coverage. Where do the Jays go from here? Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio 2023-12-1353 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Damiano PalmegianiMLB.com's #18 ranked Blue Jays prospect, Damiano Palmegiani joins Matt and Jackson to reflect on an eventful 2023 season, his experience representing Canada at the WBC, his plate approach, offseason plans and much more. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio 2023-12-0536 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Offseason outlook w/ Keegan MathesonMLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson returns to discuss the fallout from Toronto's ALWC elimination and how to chart a path forward in the offseason. They break down the season ending press conferences, the holes that Toronto has and their options in free agency, and the biggest stories heading into Spring Training 2024. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-11-1149 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays ALWC Loss ReactionMatt and Jackson break down the AL Wild Card Series loss for the Blue Jays at the hands of the Minnesota Twins. They discuss Toronto's lack of hitting, the decision to pull Berrios for Kikuchi in game 2, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. getting picked off at a critical moment, and where the franchise goes from here. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-10-0652 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays vs Twins ALWC PreviewMatt Betts and Jackson Farough tee up a massive AL Wild Card Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Minnesota Twins. They discuss pitching matchups, compare the two lineups, analyze expectations for both teams, and also consider the fallout if it all ends quickly for Toronto. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-10-0341 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Tyler BlackTyler Black, a 2021 1st round pick (33rd) of the Brewers and their 4th ranked prospect (via MLB.com) returns to the CBN Podcast! He discusses life in the minors, staying healthy, his perspective on development as a minor leaguer, and how it feels as he ascends towards the big leagues. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-09-2926 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: K ALS at The Baseball ZoneJackson Farough heads to The Baseball Zone to document their first annual Baseball Carnival, K ALS in collaboration with ALS Double Play. Weren't able to make it out to TBZ for K ALS? Want to learn about ALS Double Play, and how you can support them? Check out this special edition of the CBN Podcast as Jackson shares the sounds from the day and interviews the people who made this event possible. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-09-1822 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays September Primer w/ Keegan MathesonMLB.com Blue Jays reporter Keegan Matheson joins Matt and Jackson for a wide-ranging conversation about the Blue Jays as the calendar flips to September. They talk about life on the road before getting into the current state of the team, the importance of the next stretch of games, John Schneider, prospects, and much more. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-09-0545 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: John GibbonsFormer Blue Jays manager John Gibbons joins Matt and Jackson to reminisce on his time in Toronto with the Blue Jays, discuss José Bautista's Level of Excellence ceremony and much more. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-08-2540 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Trade Deadline RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the trades that the Blue Jays made leading up to the deadline, discuss Toronto's roster and look ahead to the postseason. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-08-1654 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2023 MLB Draft RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough take a look at the 9 Canadians taken in the 2023 MLB Draft, headlined by Myles Naylor (Mississauga, ON). Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-07-1738 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Canadians in MLB 2023Matt Betts and Jackson Farough are back with another episode, this time taking a tour around the big leagues to chat about Canadians currently playing in Major League Baseball. Familiar and new faces alike, Matt and Jackson analyze and discuss Baseball Canada's present and future talent on display. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-07-0657 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2023 Blue Jays so far: The Good, the Bad and the UglyMatt Betts and Jackson Farough are back with another episode of the CBN Podcast! This time, they take a look at the 2023 Blue Jays so far, and what to look for in the weeks ahead as the trade deadline approaches. They discuss the starting rotation and Alek Manoah's disappointing season so far, the bullpen and the surprises that have emerged from it, and the lineup's inconsistencies at the plate thus far. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-06-2058 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Kevin GlewMatt Betts is joined by Kevin Glew, the recipient of the 2022 Bob Elliott Media Recognition Award. Kevin recalls when he first fell in love with the game of baseball, how he got started in his career, and of course discusses plenty of Canadian baseball history. Music Credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-04-1337 min
Canadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Canada vs Mexico ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss Canada's 10-3 loss to Mexico, which eliminates them from the 2023 World Baseball Classic. They also draw conclusions from the tournament from a Canadian perspective, and look ahead to the future. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-1611 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Canada vs Colombia ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down Canada's huge victory over Colombia in their third game of the 2023 WBC. They discuss the lights out pitching, Freddie Freeman's injury, and get you set for a massive game against Mexico. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-1510 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Canada vs USA ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss Canada's 12-1 loss to the USA, give some perspective on Mitch Bratt, and preview today's massive game against Columbia. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-1411 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Great Britain vs Canada ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down Canada's 18-8 win over Great Britain in their first game of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-1317 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Great Britain vs Canada ReactionMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down Canada's 18-8 win over Great Britain in their first game of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-1317 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Ernie WhittAs Team Canada prepares to kick off the 2023 World Baseball Classic, their manager, Ernie Whitt joins Matt Betts for a wide-ranging discussion on the tournament. They discuss participation at the tournament, projected starters, strategy and blending youth and experience. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-0920 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Ernie WhittAs Team Canada prepares to kick off the 2023 World Baseball Classic, their manager, Ernie Whitt joins Matt Betts for a wide-ranging discussion on the tournament. They discuss participation at the tournament, projected starters, strategy and blending youth and experience. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-0901 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2023 WBC Team Canada Roster BreakdownMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss Team Canada's roster at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, previewing the tournament and analyzing Canada's outlook. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-0736 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: 2023 WBC Team Canada Roster BreakdownMatt Betts and Jackson Farough discuss Team Canada's roster at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, previewing the tournament and analyzing Canada's outlook. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-03-0736 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Offseason RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the past offseason for the Toronto Blue Jays, providing insight and analysis on all of the big moves that took place. They start with the Teoscar Hernandez trade (6:21), then move on to the Kevin Kiermaier signing (14:31). They have a broader discussion about team culture and clubhouse vibes while discussing the addition of Don Mattingly to the coaching staff (19:20) before analyzing the pitching staff with the addition of Chris Bassitt (26:04). They then break down the catcher logjam and subsequent Varsho trade (31:50) before wrapping things up with the Brandon Belt acquisition (41:00). 2023-03-0200 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Blue Jays Offseason RecapMatt Betts and Jackson Farough break down the past offseason for the Toronto Blue Jays, providing insight and analysis on all of the big moves that took place. They start with the Teoscar Hernandez trade (6:21), then move on to the Kevin Kiermaier signing (14:31). They have a broader discussion about team culture and clubhouse vibes while discussing the addition of Don Mattingly to the coaching staff (19:20) before analyzing the pitching staff with the addition of Chris Bassitt (26:04). They then break down the catcher logjam and subsequent Varsho trade (31:50) before wrapping things up with the Brandon Belt acquisition (41:00). Music c...2023-03-0247 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Mitch BrattMatt Betts is joined by Canadian LHP Mitch Bratt, a 5th round pick of the Texas Rangers in 2021 and member of Team Canada for the upcoming WBC. Mitch breaks down his life and routine in professional baseball so far, discusses the type of work he's putting in, and some of the key differences between professional and college baseball. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-02-1624 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Matt CoutneyMatt Coutney sits down with Matt Betts to discuss his monster 2022 season at Old Dominion, which culminated in the 23 year old infielder and 10th round selection of the Los Angeles Angels being named the 2022 Canadian college player of the year by the Canadian Baseball Network. Matt details some of the changes he made in 2022 and how they helped him improve, explains how the draft process played out, and recaps his first taste of professional baseball. Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio2023-02-0229 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Mia ValckeHost Matt Betts is joined by Mia Valcke, a dual sport athlete who plays softball at the University of British Columbia and is also a member of the Canadian National Women's Baseball team. Mia talks about her upbringing in the game, the key differences between softball and baseball, and how she's broken barriers within the sport. (Music credit: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio)2022-12-1520 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Myles NaylorHost Matt Betts has a conversation with Myles Naylor, the youngest of the three Naylor brothers, after Josh and Bo, who both play for the Cleveland Guardians. Myles talks about the impact that his older brothers have had on him and his young baseball career, his experience playing for Team Canada and his preparation for next season. They also dive into Naylor's commitment to Texas Tech and what the future holds for him. 2022-12-011h 40Canadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: BONUS with Joe Tevlin, Matt Brash's teammate and catcher at Niagara UniversityWith Matt Brash and the Seattle Mariners playing against the Blue Jays in Toronto for the AL Wild Card Series, we spoke with Brash's catcher at Niagara University, former Ontario Terrier Joe Tevlin in this special bonus segment. Music courtesy: Voyage - Aura. 2022-10-0604 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Jacob ZibinMatt Betts chats with Canadian pitching prospect Jacob Zibin, a 10th round selection in the 2022 MLB Draft by the Cleveland Guardians. Jacob opens up about the draft process, his preparation and attention to detail, and his future goals. 2022-09-2920 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Greg Hamilton/2022 MLB Draft RecapHost Matt Betts and Producer Jackson Farough reflect on the 2022 MLB Draft before being joined by Baseball Canada’s Director of National Teams and Head Coach of the Junior National Team, Greg Hamilton. He discusses the Draft results, details the Junior National Team's development process, and gives an update on the World Baseball Classic. 2022-07-2335 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: John Ircandia/Okotoks DawgsHost Matt Betts is joined by John Ircandia, Managing Director of the Okotoks Dawgs. John discusses the Dawgs' program, facilities, player development and much more in a wide-ranging conversation.2022-07-1444 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Alexis BrudnickiMatt Betts sits down with the 2021 recipient of Baseball Canada’s Bob Elliott Media Recognition Award, Alexis Brudnicki. They have a wide-ranging conversation about her career in baseball, her experience with Canada's Women's National Team, the importance of getting more women involved in the game, and much more.2022-04-2833 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Hugh PinkneyMatt Betts is joined by Ontario Terriers catcher Hugh Pinkney, a member of the Canadian Junior National team fall selection camp and a Rutgers commit. Hugh discusses his experience within the Terriers organization, the feeling of joining the Canadian Junior National team fall selection camp, and why Rutgers is the right fit for him. 2022-03-2417 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Hugh PinkneyMatt Betts is joined by Ontario Terriers catcher Hugh Pinkney, a member of the Canadian Junior National team fall selection camp and a Rutgers commit. Hugh discusses his experience within the Terriers organization, the feeling of joining the Canadian Junior National team fall selection camp, and why Rutgers is the right fit for him. 2022-03-2417 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Hugh PinkneyMatt Betts is joined by Ontario Terriers catcher Hugh Pinkney, a member of the Canadian Junior National team fall selection camp and a Rutgers commit. Hugh discusses his experience within the Terriers organization, the feeling of joining the Canadian Junior National team fall selection camp, and why Rutgers is the right fit for him. 2022-03-2417 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Matt BrashRHP Matt Brash (Kingston, ON) joins Matt Betts to discuss his call-up to MLB (1:50), the experience of being in the Mariners bullpen (7:18), the importance of hard work (11:55) and much more. 2022-02-2421 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Matt BrashRHP Matt Brash (Kingston, ON) joins Matt Betts to discuss his call-up to MLB (1:50), the experience of being in the Mariners bullpen (7:18), the importance of hard work (11:55) and much more. 2022-02-2421 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Matt BrashRHP Matt Brash (Kingston, ON) joins Matt Betts to discuss his call-up to MLB (1:50), the experience of being in the Mariners bullpen (7:18), the importance of hard work (11:55) and much more. 2022-02-2421 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Adam MaierHost Matt Betts is joined by University of Oregon RHP Adam Maier to discuss his time at the University of British Columbia (1:24), what it's like to be a two-way player (2:20), and his stint in the Cape Cod League (7:06).2022-01-2715 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Brock DykxhoornHost Matt Betts has a conversation with Claude Pelletier Award winner Brock Dykxhoorn about his fantastic '21 season, life as a professional baseball player, and his experience playing overseas. Be sure to check out https://www.canadianbaseballnetwork.com for more Canadian baseball coverage. 2022-01-1328 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: David Glaude and Patrick ScalabriniMatt Betts sits down with Quebec City native David Glaude, the winner of the Canadian Baseball Network’s 2021 Murray Zuk Award, as top offensive player in the foreign or independent ranks (0:58). Their wide-ranging discussion covers David's career, his 2021 season, and what it was like to go on a 77 day, 18 series road trip during the 2021 season. Later on, Matt has a conversation with Patrick Scalabrini, the manager of David's team in the 2021 season, Capitales de Québec (16:31). 2021-12-1729 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Walt BurrowsHost Matt Betts has a wide-ranging conversation with Walt Burrows, an area scout in Canada for the Minnesota Twins and the former supervisor of the MLB Scouting Bureau in Canada (1:32). This fascinating discussion includes Walt's story of scouting NBA Hall of Famer Steve Nash as a baseball player, the first time Walt saw Josh Naylor in person, and much more. Players, parents, and coaches alike are sure to enjoy Walt's valuable insight on scouting the next generation of baseball talent.2021-11-0449 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Walt BurrowsHost Matt Betts has a wide-ranging conversation with Walt Burrows, an area scout in Canada for the Minnesota Twins and the former supervisor of the MLB Scouting Bureau in Canada (1:32). This fascinating discussion includes Walt's story of scouting NBA Hall of Famer Steve Nash as a baseball player, the first time Walt saw Josh Naylor in person, and much more. Players, parents, and coaches alike are sure to enjoy Walt's valuable insight on scouting the next generation of baseball talent.2021-11-0449 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Walt BurrowsHost Matt Betts has a wide-ranging conversation with Walt Burrows, an area scout in Canada for the Minnesota Twins and the former supervisor of the MLB Scouting Bureau in Canada (1:32). This fascinating discussion includes Walt's story of scouting NBA Hall of Famer Steve Nash as a baseball player, the first time Walt saw Josh Naylor in person, and much more. Players, parents, and coaches alike are sure to enjoy Walt's valuable insight on scouting the next generation of baseball talent.2021-11-0449 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Tyler Black & Rich LeitchIn the return of the CBN Podcast, host Matt Betts sits down with Tyler Black, who was selected in the 1st round, 33rd overall in the 2021 MLB Draft by the Milwaukee Brewers (1:47). They discuss his upbringing, his passion for the game of baseball, and the journey that baseball has taken him on so far. Then, Matt sits down with Tyler's former coach with the Toronto Mets, Rich Leitch (19:47). They talk about what makes Tyler such a great ballplayer and person, and Rich gives some insight as to how Tyler went to Wright State University and then eventually got drafted. 2021-10-0138 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Tyler Black & Rich LeitchIn the return of the CBN Podcast, host Matt Betts sits down with Tyler Black, who was selected in the 1st round, 33rd overall in the 2021 MLB Draft by the Milwaukee Brewers (1:47). They discuss his upbringing, his passion for the game of baseball, and the journey that baseball has taken him on so far. Then, Matt sits down with Tyler's former coach with the Toronto Mets, Rich Leitch (19:47). They talk about what makes Tyler such a great ballplayer and person, and Rich gives some insight as to how Tyler went to Wright State University and then eventually got drafted. 2021-10-0138 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast: Tyler Black & Rich LeitchIn the return of the CBN Podcast, host Matt Betts sits down with Tyler Black, who was selected in the 1st round, 33rd overall in the 2021 MLB Draft by the Milwaukee Brewers (1:47). They discuss his upbringing, his passion for the game of baseball, and the journey that baseball has taken him on so far. Then, Matt sits down with Tyler's former coach with the Toronto Mets, Rich Leitch (19:47). They talk about what makes Tyler such a great ballplayer and person, and Rich gives some insight as to how Tyler went to Wright State University and then eventually got drafted. 2021-10-0138 min
Canadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast - Chris LerouxLeroux joins us live from the Pan Ams in Peru to discuss:Opening cermonies & partyingImportance of representing CanadaWorld baseball classic discussion The Bachelor (Canada) life2019-08-0132 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastInterview: Matt Lloyd on the 2019 MLB DraftIndiana Hoosiers standout Matt Lloyd discusses his path to being drafted in the 15th round by the Cincinnati Reds, and what it means for Canadian baseball to have 25 players selected overall.2019-06-1311 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast - Jeff FrancisJeff Francis discusses retirement life, Rockie career, pitching in the world series, and his coaching career with the Junior National Team2019-05-2524 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastInterview - Nick Vickers of Virginia TechVickers talks about his lengthy rehab process from tommy john surgery and his excitement to get back on the mound in front of the Dawgs faithful.2019-05-2408 minCanadian Baseball Network PodcastCBN Podcast - Ernie WhittTeam Canada general manager Ernie Whitt discusses spring training with the Phillies, qualifying for the Pan Ams in Brazil, his tenure with the Blue Jays, and his acting debut2019-02-1834 min
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