In The Tank

In the first episode of the regular season, Mat and Aiden recap the series against the Miami Marlins. The Rays took 2 of 3 from Miami and we break down all the ins and outs of the series. We then look ahead to Boston and give you our take on what the Rays need to do to continue their winning form. They end off with pick to click and two word answers to questions surrounding baseball. Make sure to follow @InTheTankTB, @Mat_Germain_, and @AidenOnAir for all the latest. Also make sure to send us your mailbag questions when we recap the series later in the week. Rays Up! 

On this episode of In The Tank, Aiden and Mat sit down with Connor Newcomb of the Lock On O's podcast to talk all things Birdland. Connor gives us a great look at last season talking about the surprise impact of many players. He also breaks down every position with us to give us a feel of what the O's team is going to look like. We then talk about what to expect this season from the team and who is going to break out this year. He gives us his season predictions, impact prospects, and answers some of your favorite questions. Make sure to follow Connor (@ConnorNewcomb_) and Locked on O's (@LockedOnOrioles). Also check out their DAILY podcast (https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/lockedonorioles). As always, follow Aiden (@AidenOnAir), Mat (@Mat_Germain_) and In The Tank (@InTheTankTB) on twitter.

In our first episode back, Aiden and Mat sat down with Tampa Bay Rays Left-Handed Pitcher Colin Poche. Poche talked about his rehab process and about what it was like being a fan at the World Series. He talks about his upbringing, his pitching style, and more about the game of baseball. He then hops in to our More Than Baseball hot seat to answer some burning questions. You can find Colin on twitter @ColinPoche. Also make sure to follow @AidenOnAir, @Mat_Germain_ and @InTheTankTB for all the latest updates on the podcast!

On this episode of In The Tank, Aiden and Mat sit down with Tampa Bay Rays 2018 first round draft pick Nick Schnell. Schnell, a 20-year old native of Indiana, made a great rise in 2019 reaching Low-A Bowling Green. An outfielder considered by many as a top outfield prospect in the organization talked about many things with us. He talked about his rise in Baseball, how his love for the game developed, and how he became the player he is today. He also joined us in the More Than Baseball Hot Seat. Be sure to check on More Than Baseball for more information on this amazing cause. Follow Nick (@Nick_d_Schnell), In The Tank (@InTheTankTB), Aiden (@AidenOnAir), and Mat (@Mat_Germain_) for all the latest updates!

In this episode, we talked with newly acquired Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Dillon Paulson. Acquired by the Rays in the trade that sent Jose Alvarado to the Phillies, Paulson is excited to join the Rays. In this interview, he talks about his time with the Dodgers organization and what it was like out there. He also talks about his upbringing and what baseball means to him. He mentions his time at USC and playing with and against some of his new Rays teammates. Lastly, he jumps in to the More Than Baseball hotseat to answer some burning questions. Make sure to follow Dillon's journey with the Rays. While you are at it, follow Aiden (@AidenOnAir) and Mat (@Mat_Germain_) for all the latest updates. 

In this episode, Mat and Aiden sat down with Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Simon Rosenblum-Larson. A right handed pitcher out of Harvard, Simon has been flying up prospect boards and the Rays minor league system. Taken from his organization More Than Baseball's website "A three-year player at Harvard University, he left school early to pursue his career after being drafted in the 19th round of the 2018 MLB Draft. Simon is passionate about securing the future of the sport by ensuring that no player gets left behind." We are so excited to partner with More than Baseball for many episodes to come! Make sure to follow Aiden (@AidenOnAir) and Mat (@Mat_Germain_) and check out More than Baseball https://www.morethanbaseball.org/.

On this episode of "In The Tank", we talk to Tampa Bay Rays right hander Caleb Sampen. Sampen was acquired by the Rays from the Dodgers in January of 2019. We talk with him about what the experience of being traded and his time in the Dodgers organization. He also talks about what it is like in pro ball with the Rays and what they have changed in his game. He also answers some hot questions and has a great conversation. Make sure to follow him on twitter @CalebSampen. The tail end of the episode, Mat and Aiden speak about what they have seen so far in spring training. Also follow Aiden (@AidenOnAir) and Mat (@Mat_Germain_) for all the latest updates. 

On this episode of In the Tank, Mat and Aiden sit down with two Tampa Bay Rays prospects. The first one was First Baseman Grant Witherspoon. Grant talked to us about his time in division one baseball as well as his time in his time so far in the Rays system. He told us about what it was like playing with a lot of big prospects and how he has adapted his game to pro ball. He also talked to us about playing in the Australian Baseball League and answers some of your big questions. 

Strong then joined us and talked a lot about his off-season program. He also talked about his time in the ABL and what it was like adjusting to pro ball. He talked about a lot of person things and answered your questions!

In this episode, Aiden Pearson and Mat Germain sit down for an interview with the current voice of the Washington Nationals, Bob Carpenter. Carpenter details his career and some of the players he got to cover in his time in baseball. He details Juan Soto, Bryce Harper, and Stephen Strasburg. At the end of the episode, he talks about the players that we lost in 2020 and 2021. He details the legacy they left as well as what they meant to the sport. Make sure to follow Bob on twitter @scorebook_bob. Also, follow Aiden (@AidenOnAir), Mat (@Mat_Germain_) and the Rays The Roof Network (@RaysTheRoofTB) on twitter.

In this episode of In The Tank, Mat and Aiden dive in on some last minute deals that took place. They take a look at who is going to shine for the Rays in this season as well as who they expect to do well. We break down some position questions as well as take yur questions. Make sure to follow Aiden (@AidenOnAir) and Mat (@Mat_Germain_) on twitter.