Your 3rd and Central crew breaks down Louisville’s wild series at NC State, including Friday’s gut-wrenching loss, Saturday’s 25-run explosion, and Sunday’s loss. Matt and Terry break down the bullpen struggles, the team’s offensive firepower, what it’ll take to bounce back at #3 Clemson, and what that epic walk-off vs. Kentucky says about this team’s DNA.

Tune in for all the stats, takes, and insights you need!

1:36 – Intro, Louisville’s Current ACC Standings & Rankings

3:22 – Rivalry Win: Walk-Off Thriller vs. Kentucky

8:57 – Why Louisville’s Lineup Is Terrifying

13:25 – NC State Game 1: Walks, Wildness & What Went Wrong

18:44 – Friday Frustration: 16 Walks & a Missed Opportunity

22:33 – Saturday: Louisville Drops 25 on NC State

26:56 – Tague Davis Grand Slam Party

31:15 – Sunday Collapse: Struggles Resurface on the Mound

36:03 – Why Road Sundays Are So Tough in the ACC

40:10 – Looking Ahead: Massive Road Test at Clemson

46:07 – What Makes Clemson Dangerous

54:24 – Coaching Message: Who Are We as a Team?

1:01:24 – Final Thoughts + Preview of What’s Next

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

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The State of Louisville is the home of 3 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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Your 3rd & Central crew sits down with Louisville baseball’s clutch hitter, Jake Munroe, to talk about his rise from an overlooked high school player to a standout in Juco, and now, a key piece of the Cardinals’ success.

Jake opens up about the grind of the recruiting process, the competitive world of Juco baseball, and why he chose Louisville.

Tune in for a conversation you don’t want to miss!

0:15 – Intro and Welcoming Jake Munroe

1:20 – High School and Juco Journey

4:25 – Playing for the Juco National Team

6:12 – What Drew Jake to Louisville

8:12 – “Damn you guys should have called me…”

10:18 – Jake’s Thoughts on NIL

16:40 – Growth on the Field

21:18 – Team Chemistry

24:27 – Jake’s Transition to Louisville

27:05 – Breakdown of a Typical Day in the Life

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

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The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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Your 3rd and Central crew breaks down The Cards’ series win over California, analyzing the team's performance and its implications for the ACC standings. Matt and Terry discuss the latest rankings, the tough road series against Virginia Tech, and provide an early look at the ACC tournament.

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

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The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

Push Push (F1 Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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Matt and Terry discuss Louisville's impressive rise in the rankings after a big series win over North Carolina. They dive into the team's strong 17-3 start, key wins, and the possibility of a deep postseason run.

Tune in for all the stats, takes, and insights you need!

0:13 Intro

1:13 - Louisville's Strong Start & Rankings

4:13 - RPI & Other Metrics

7:13 - Fan Attendance & Growing Excitement

9:13 - Conference Schedule Outlook

11:13 - Recap of North Carolina Series

21:13 - Pitching & Bullpen Strength

25:13 - Cancer Awareness Game & Midweek Win vs. Northern Kentucky

32:13 - Upcoming Series vs. Virginia Tech

38:13 - Final Thoughts & High School Recruiting Updates

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

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The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

Push Push (F1 Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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Matt and Terry recap Louisville's impressive winning streak, highlighting key performances and the team's resilience. They discuss the dominance of Patrick Forbes on the mound, the offensive power of Tague Davis, and the depth of the Louisville lineup. They also look ahead to the start of ACC play against North Carolina and the potential challenges and excitement it brings.

Tune in for game breakdowns, player highlights, and what to expect as the Cardinals enter conference play!

0:31 - Intro, Louisville's Winning Streak

2:31 - Reflecting on Louisville's 14-2 Start

5:15 - Louisville's Resiliency and Comeback Wins

8:27 - Depth of the Louisville Lineup

11:09 - UIC Series, Patrick Forbes' Performance

12:39 - Terry on Patrick Forbes' Potential

15:15 - Tague Davis's Development

24:18 - Sunday's Game vs. UIC, Peter Michael's Performance

28:13 - Bayram Hot Hitting

33:52 - Strength and Conditioning Program

40:47 - Oakland Game Recap

44:44 - Upcoming Game Against North Carolina

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

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The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

Push Push (F1 Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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Matt and Terry break down Louisville’s strong start, key pitching performances, and how the Cards bounced back from adversity against St. John's. They highlight Patrick Forbes’ dominance on the mound, Jake Munroe’s offensive tear, and how the bullpen depth is shaping up ahead of conference play.

Tap in for game breakdowns, top moments, and what’s next for The Cards!

1:36 – Intro, Louisville’s Current Standings

2:53 – Louisville Taking Care of Business vs. Western Michigan

10:34 – Bullpen Standouts

15:11 – St. John’s Series: Louisville Battles Back After Early Deficit

19:47 – Freshman Impact: Tague’s Breakout

25:39 – Peter Michael’s Dominance

38:08 – UIC Series Preview

44:44 – Final Adjustments Before ACC Play

45:53 – Elementary School Day!

54:00 – Final Thoughts

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

Push Push (F1 Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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Matt and Terry break down the Cards' resilient response after a tough loss, the depth of the pitching staff, and why Peter Michael’s dominance on Sunday during opening weekend might make him a key part of the rotation. They also discuss key players that helped set the tone for this season, the team’s chemistry shift, and why this roster looks more balanced than past years.

Tap in for game breakdowns, top moments, and what’s next for The Cards!

0:30 – Lineup Versatility & Roster Depth

3:37 – Peter Michael’s Dominant Performance

5:45 – Zion, Picking Up Where He Left Off

8:00 – Setting the Tone for The Season

9:55 – Terry’s Opening Weekend MVP’s

12:28 – Lucas Moore & The Team’s Mindsets

13:30 – Offensive Takeaways & What Needs to Improve

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

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The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond.

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

Push Push (F1 Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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Your 3rd & Central crew is back, breaking down Louisville Baseball’s opening weekend in Arlington. Matt and Terry recap the walk-off win over Texas, discuss the pitching depth that stood out, and highlight key performances from players like Lucas Moore, Patrick Forbes, and Peter Michael. With this squad showing maturity and resilience, is this the year Louisville returns to dominance?

Tap in for game breakdowns, top moments, and what’s next for The Cards!

0:00 – Intro & Opening Thoughts on Louisville Baseball’s Start

1:12 – Terry’s Trip to Texas; Louisville Fans Showing Up in Arlington

4:43 – Breaking Down the Walk-Off Win vs. Texas

5:50 – Patrick Forbes’ Dominant Pitching Performance – What It Means for the Rotation

8:27 – Team Chemistry & This Season’s Culture Shift

12:29 – The Tough Loss to Oklahoma State & What Louisville Can Learn From It

18:44 – Bounce-Back Win Over Arizona & Standout Performances

19:40 – Peter Michael’s Breakout Performance

23:48 – Why This Year’s Roster Feels Deeper & More Balanced

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

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The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

Push Push (F1 Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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Louisville Baseball is gearing up for a massive 2025 season, and the 3rd & Central Podcast is here to break it all down. Hosts Matt Sefcovic and Terry Pennington discuss roster changes, key transfers, breakout stars, and season expectations. Can the Cards bounce back and make a deep run in the ACC?

0:42 – Intro and shoutout to Aaron Turner

3:32 – Terry Pennington Intro

9:55 – Preseason expectation following a 2-year post-season drought

14:32 – Upcoming Texas, Oklahoma State, and Arizona matchups

16:43 – Clean, defensive baseball

27:24 – Roster breakdown

37:25 – “He's the best backside hitter we have on this team.”

44:41 – Infielders; Who we’re most excited about

47:57 – “Last year he was the most difficult player in the country to strike out.”

50:31 – Depth in Louisville’s outfield

55:12 – “They're wasting this kid's athletic talent behind the plate.”

1:08:41 – Solid, interchangeable defensive lineup

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

Push Push (F1 Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

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The State of Louisville Podcast Network is home to 3rd & Central Podcast, hosted by Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner and presented by Kern's Korner! Home to the best chili and patty melt in the 502. Check them out in the historic Highlands!

Matt Sefcovic of Card Chronicle and Aaron Turner return for the first part in 3rd & Central Podcast's "Offseason Diamond Dialogues." Stepping up to the plate is top returning Cardinal and USA Baseball star, Zion Rose. What has the offseason been like for him? What can you expect for him and the Louisville baseball program in 2025? Zion answers it all in his second appearance on 3rd & Central!

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