Around the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKings

In part two, of the season finale, Andrés Tejeda and Chris Mickelson chat about the Western Conference Final, announce player awards and say their final thank-you's and goodbyes to end the 2025 season.

The emotions will be felt in this episode, so grab your favorite LumberKings fans and enjoy the final piece of our look Around the Lumber Yard before we close it up for the offseason!

Recorded: August 26, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

In part one, of a two part season finale episode, Andrés Tejeda and Chris Mickelson chat about the final regular season games of 2025 as well as the LumberKings playoff run in the 2025 Prospect League Playoffs.

Andrés and Chris also catch up with 3rd base coach, Trevor Burkhart and two of the three pitchers who participated in the Northwest Division Championship, JC Dermody and Tyler Welch.

From heated rivalries, heart-stopping walk off wins and everything in-between, we hope you will enjoy part one of the season finale Around the Lumber Yard!

Recorded: August 26, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

Welcome to the final regular season episode of Around the Lumber Yard! Your hosts, Andrés Tejeda & Chris Mickelson talk about the 3-4 week for the LumberKings as well as their home for the final 4 games of the regular season before Playoffs begin on August 1st with the Northwest Division Championship.

The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp and Burlington Bees are still battling for the final spot in the 2nd half of the Northwest Division for the chance to play the LumberKings in the playoffs.

All this and more on the final regular season episode of Around the Lumber Yard!

Recorded: July 28, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

The 2025 Prospect League season is winding down, and there's a lot to unpack. This week, Andrés and Chris dive into the action with a full recap of the Prospect League All-Star Game — who represented the LumberKings and how they made their mark. Then, the conversation shifts to a challenging 1-3 road trip and what the team needs to bounce back in the final stretch.

We also take a moment to highlight former LumberKings who heard their names called in the 2025 MLB Draft and celebrate the next chapter in their baseball journeys.

With just over a week left in the regular season, the guys look ahead to what's still at stake, who needs to step up, and what fans can expect as the playoff picture starts to take shape.

It’s a relaxed, informative, and fun episode packed with insight, stories, and plenty of LumberKings pride.

Recorded: July 22, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

In this episode of Around the Lumber Yard, LumberKings broadcast producer, Kannon Wynkoop and on-field host, Chris Mickelson talk about this previous 5-1 week for the LumberKings as well as the All-Star game coming this week!

We hope you enjoy this week's episode and the All-Star Break.

Filmed: June 30, 2025Location: Clinton, IAMusic: Sport Rock by SoundridemusicDirected by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon WynkoopProduced by: Andrés Tejeda

Join Andrés Tejeda, Voice of the LumberKings, and On-Field Host Chris Mickelson for a thrilling new episode as the Clinton LumberKings officially lock up the 1st half title in the Northwest Division!

We’re naming our Player and Pitcher of the Week—and crowning our stars of the first half of the season. Plus, we look back at the past week of exciting baseball, relive memorable playoff appearances from years past, and discuss what this division-clinching momentum means for the road ahead.

It’s all the action, insight, and excitement you’ve come to expect from LumberKings baseball. Welcome to CLINCH-TON!

Filmed: June 30, 2025Location: Clinton, IAMusic: Sport Rock by SoundridemusicDirected by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon WynkoopProduced by: Andrés Tejeda

The Clinton LumberKings are on fire! This week, General Manager Nate Vander Bleek and on-field host Chris Mickelson take over the mics to break down an undefeated week for the LumberKings. From clutch performances to early-season comparisons, the duo dives into what’s clicking for this team and why fans should be excited. Tune in for insights, laughs, and a deep look into a red-hot start to the summer.

Filmed: June 16, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon Wynkoop

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

This BONUS episode of Around the Lumber Yard features the Voice of the LumberKings, Andrés Tejeda conducting an exclusive on-air interview with former Clinton LumberKing, Connor Giusti and his father, Russ.

Connor reflects on his time with the club as he finishes his career as a college baseball player and all the experiences and lessons he's learned as he enters the work force.

Russ, shares his experience being a father to a D-I athlete and his relationship with head coach Jack Dahm and his relationship with the players he has coached as he enters retirement.

Note: Interview takes place between the 3rd and 4th innings of an 8-0 LumberKings win against the Normal CornBelters on June 10, 2025.

Filmed: June 10, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon Wynkoop

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

The LumberKings wrapped up a gritty and eventful 4–2 road trip, and Andrés Tejeda, Voice of the LumberKings, is riding solo to break it all down on this week’s episode of Around the Lumber Yard. From a weather-shortened win over the Pistol Shrimp to a doubleheader split in Springfield and a statement sweep in Burlington, the Kings showed toughness and tenacity on the road. The trip ended with a wild comeback that came up just short in extra innings — but not without fireworks.

Andrés also announces our Week 2 Player and Pitcher of the Week, spotlighting standout performances that helped fuel the road success.

Looking ahead, the LumberKings return home to NelsonCorp Field for three games against the Normal CornBelters and Danville Dans, including a special Stars & Stripes Sunday as the Kings don their patriotic jerseys for Flag Day.

It’s a packed episode full of highlights, insight, and solo commentary from the Voice of the LumberKings — only on Around the Lumber Yard.

Filmed: June 9, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon Wynkoop

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

Opening Week is in the books, and the Clinton LumberKings are off to a competitive start in the 2025 Prospect League season. Hosts Andrés Tejeda, the Voice of the LumberKings, and on-field host Chris Mickelson break down all the action from the first six games — from a dominant Opening Night shutout of the defending champion Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp to a gritty split with the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes and a tough pair of losses to the rival Burlington Bees.

We also catch up with two LumberKings players — pitcher Jaqson Tejada and outfielder Brayden Mulkey — for a quick look inside their Opening Day experience and how they’re feeling after week one. With a .500 record at 3-3, the Kings are already showing flashes of brilliance, including a combined 24-0 score across two shutouts against the Pistol Shrimp.

Plus, we preview the team’s first major road trip of the season, a six-day stretch from June 3 to June 8 that will test the depth and chemistry of this year’s squad. It’s a shorter episode, just over 30 minutes, but it’s packed with insight, interviews, and all the early-season storylines you won’t want to miss.

Filmed: June 2, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon Wynkoop

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda