Ben Braymer Banter Session. In this episode, we explore Braymer's rise to prominence from being drafted in the 18th round in 2016 out of Auburn. Before attending Auburn, Braymer spent two years at LSU-Eunice, a junior college in Eunice, LA, where he excelled in the sport. His achievements include winning a national championship in 2015 and being named the Most Valuable Pitcher in the World Series.

We discuss Braymer's transition from college ball to the professional level, starting with his experience in short-season rookie ball in 2016. We also explore the changes he noticed between college and professional baseball. In 2018, Braymer was recognized as the co-MILB (Minor League Baseball) Pitcher of the Year while playing in the Washington Nationals organization.

In 2019, Braymer had the opportunity to pitch for the AAA Nationals affiliate in Fresno.The podcast delves into the ups and downs of Braymer's journey and explores what went wrong during that period.

We also touch upon Braymer's brief stint with the Nationals in 2020, where he pitched 7.1 innings. We discuss the players he encountered during that time, including a young Juan Soto and Kurt Suzuki, and analyze his pitching repertoire.

In 2023, Braymer signed with the Rockers in the independent league and made an impressive start to the season, becoming the top starting pitcher in the Atlantic League. His exceptional performances include a 2-0 record, a remarkable 1.16 ERA, and an impressive strikeout-to-walk ratio.

Furthermore, we dive into his recent signing with the Colorado Rockies in May 2023, marking the next chapter in his professional career. Join "Blake Street Banter" as we unravel the inspiring story of Blake Braymer, his trials, triumphs, and the path he continues to forge in the world of baseball.