Jaden Fauske, selected 44th overall in the 2025 MLB Draft and now signed to a $3 million deal with the Chicago White Sox, joins the show for an in-depth conversation about his journey from high-school standout to professional baseball. He discusses draft night, adapting to the pro level, hitting mechanics, and what it means to represent his hometown franchise. This episode delivers valuable insight into the mindset and work ethic behind one of baseball’s rising talents.

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0:00 Intro

3:01 When did you start playing Baseball?

6:38 Evil Scents

7:25 Best Teams in Illinois for Baseball

9:45 Big Jump sophomore year in High School

13:00 Meeting with Different MLB Teams

16:09 Developing at Nazareth Academy

17:40 Deciding Not to Play Football Senior Year

20:00 Biggest Differences Between Football and Baseball

22:18 Being Drafted by the White Sox

26:44 Coming Back to Chicago

30:00 Difficulties of the MLB

30:58 Signing a $3 Million Contract with the White Sox

35:00 Favorite Players to Watch as a Kid

41:00 Japanese Baseball

44:05 Gambling in Baseball

50:00 Playing as an Out-Fielder for the White Sox

54:55 Training for Baseball

59:30 Career Goals for the MLB

1:00:00 End