Gonzaga Bulldogs head coach Mark Machtolf joins the College Baseball Show for an in-depth Coach’s Corner interview, reflecting on his 23 seasons leading his hometown program. Machtolf breaks down Gonzaga’s veteran-led roster, fall ball takeaways, pitching development, leadership culture, and what makes this group hungry entering the 2026 season. He also discusses roster limits, two-way players, competing in the West Coast Conference for one final run, and the standards that have defined Gonzaga baseball for decades as the Zags prepare for another championship push.

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0:00 – Intro & Coach Machtolf’s Gonzaga journey

2:20 – Fall ball takeaways & veteran leadership

4:10 – Offensive identity & internal competition

6:00 – Pitching staff outlook & young arms

7:35 – WCC competition & final year motivation

9:00 – Clubhouse leaders & team culture

10:45 – Roster limits, two-way players & recruiting philosophy

12:15 – What success looks like in 2026

14:45 – Culture, trust, and chasing a championship

18:00 – Game-day routines & offseason challenges

21:05 – Final thoughts & message to Zag Nation

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Oregon State pitching coach Rich Dorman joins Coaches Corner on the College Baseball Show to break down the Beavers’ return to Omaha, the challenges and benefits of navigating life as an independent, and what carries over into a loaded 2026 season. Dorman dives into Oregon State’s deep and talented pitching staff, the program’s long-standing pitching-and-defense identity, leadership within the locker room, strength and conditioning evolution, and how new facilities and pitching technology are shaping development in Corvallis. He also reflects on Beaver Nation, Goss Stadium’s home-field advantage, and the unfinished business driving this group forward as they chase another national championship.

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00:45 – How Rich Dorman arrived at Oregon State

02:50 – Transition from pro ball to college coaching

04:30 – Navigating independence & the road-heavy schedule

07:05 – Lessons from Omaha & postseason experience

09:10 – Returning pitching depth & weekend rotation strength

11:40 – Building arms under the new January practice rules

14:15 – Oregon State’s pitching & defense identity

17:05 – Strength, conditioning, and durability in modern college baseball

19:40 – Facilities, pitching lab, and player development tech

22:30 – Beaver Nation, Goss Stadium, and home-field advantage

25:00 – Leadership, culture, and chasing another national title

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The 2026 MLB Draft Lottery delivered chaos, massive jumps, and franchise-shaping implications. In this episode of On The Clock, Tyler is joined by Elijah Evans from The Call Up as they break down the biggest winners and losers from lottery night, including the Chicago White Sox landing the No. 1 overall pick, major bonus pool swings for teams like the Giants, Rays, and Royals, and tough breaks for clubs like the Cardinals, Pirates, and Marlins. They dive deep into draft strategy, signing bonus implications, Roch Cholowsky at 1-1, and how front offices can leverage pool money to reshape their future. If you want a full breakdown of what the draft lottery really means for 2026, this episode has you covered.

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00:00 – Intro & overview of the 2026 MLB Draft Lottery

00:35 – Elijah joins the show & White Sox perspective

02:15 – How big is the No. 1 pick for Chicago’s rebuild?

04:24 – White Sox draft strategy & bonus pool flexibility

06:26 – Roch Cholowsky vs. the field at 1-1

08:08 – Why Roch’s profile fits the No. 1 pick

10:26 – Signing bonus projections & record-breaking money

13:06 – Who could challenge Roch at the top of the board?

14:53 – Rays as a major lottery winner

17:12 – Giants’ massive jump & draft strategy implications

20:30 – Royals leap into the top six & Brian Bridges’ approach

22:25 – Cardinals fall back: bad luck or survivable outcome?

24:37 – Pirates’ tough drop & long-term implications

26:35 – Why Pittsburgh still has draft flexibility

28:15 – Marlins’ continued lottery struggles

30:18 – Is the MLB Draft Lottery system broken?

33:02 – Draft format changes & increased coverage in 2026

35:13 – Should the MLB Draft move to Omaha during the CWS?

38:46 – Elijah plugs his work & Just Baseball plans

40:28 – Final thoughts & outro

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In this episode of the College Baseball Show, the Just Baseball crew kicks off a festive 12 Days of College Baseball Christmas special, breaking down Golden Spikes contenders, must-watch early season tournaments, breakout freshmen and sophomores, and early Omaha locks for the 2026 season. The show also features an in-depth interview with Duke outfielder Michael DiMartini, where he discusses his journey from Penn State to Dayton to Duke, his breakout season, mindset, development, and what excites him most about ACC play. Packed with prospect talk, draft insight, and college baseball storylines, this episode is a must-watch for fans gearing up for the season ahead.

Timestamps:

0:33 – Intro + 12 Days format

2:15 – Day 1: Golden Spikes favorite

4:23 – Day 2: Must-watch weekends

7:39 – Day 3: Freshman phenoms

12:25 – Day 4: Breakout sophomores

20:01 – Day 5: Omaha locks

30:00 – Interview: Michael DiMartini (Duke)

48:30 – Day 6: Rising coaches

54:58 – Day 7: Transfer steals

58:18 – Day 8: Aces shoving

1:04:30 – Day 9: Draft risers

1:08:01 – Day 10: Lineups raking

1:09:49 – Day 11: Chaos teams

1:15:19 – Day 12: Season wishlist

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Murray State head coach Dan Skirka joins the College Baseball Show Coach's Corner to break down the Racers’ historic Omaha run, the culture that defines his program, the 2026 squad, and how he builds winners at one of the nation’s most resilient mid-major programs. From leadership and player development to recruiting, mentors, and what it meant to feel Racer Nation take over Durham and Omaha, this is an inside look at one of the best stories in college baseball.

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00:00 – Intro & Coach Skirka’s Journey

02:30 – Murray State’s Omaha Run & Program Identity

05:30 – Culture, Toughness & Player Development

09:20 – Fall Standouts & Looking Ahead to 2026

12:10 – Building Consistency & Staff Continuity

14:00 – Recruiting the Right Guys

16:10 – Mentors Who Shaped His Career

18:20 – Missouri Valley Competition & 2026 Schedule

19:50 – Fan Support & The Wild Postseason Ride

21:00 – Off-Field Life: Pickup Hoops & NFL Sundays

23:45 – Advice for Young Coaches

25:00 – Message to Racer Nation

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In this episode of the College Baseball Show Coach’s Corner, Jared and Mark sit down with Cincinnati head coach Jordan Bischel for one of the most insightful and entertaining conversations of the year. Coach Bischel walks us through his unconventional path from the accounting world to Division III coaching and eventually the Big 12, breaks down how he’s built a sustainable, player-driven culture, and offers a deep look at the Bearcats’ rising talent—highlighting impact returners, breakout candidates, and the youth-heavy roster shaping their 2026 outlook. He also dives into the challenges of recruiting in the portal era, the depth of the Big 12, the importance of developing leadership, and why Diet Mountain Dew has basically become part of Cincinnati’s game-day routine.

0:00 – Intro: Cincinnati Head Coach Jordan Bischel Joins the Show

0:34 – Bischel’s Journey: From Accounting to College Baseball

3:20 – Building Cincinnati’s Culture & Identity in the Big 12

5:40 – Replacing Stars & Developing the Next Wave of Leaders

7:10 – How the Bearcats Keep the Entire Roster Bought In

10:05 – Recruiting, the Portal, and Roster-Building Strategy

12:50 – Why Cincinnati Is One of the Nation’s Youngest Teams

17:20 – Draft Prospects to Watch: Nate Taylor & Jack Natili

20:10 – Competing in a Deep, Chaos-Filled Big 12

23:20 – Under-the-Radar Arms & 2026 Breakout Candidates

25:10 – Life Outside Baseball: Disney Trips & Family Time

26:45 – Favorite Ballparks & the Mountain Dew Story

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Jared and Tyler sit down with Georgia Tech’s breakout catcher Vahn Lackey, one of the top college backstops headed into the 2026 MLB Draft. We dive into his rise from a modest freshman season to a 2025 breakout year, his standout defensive skills behind the plate, what’s improved offensively, and why scouts are so excited about his hit-over-power potential and athletic upside. Don’t miss this inside look at one of college baseball’s most intriguing draft stories.

0:00 – Intro

0:27 – Vahn’s journey to Georgia Tech

2:15 – Breakout sophomore season

3:45 – Northwoods League experience

6:40 – Cape Cod & Team USA takeaways

9:15 – Georgia Tech chemistry & 2026 goals

11:10 – ACC atmospheres

12:50 – Personal development goals

13:25 – MLB hitter Mount Rushmore

14:50 – Off-field life & favorite food spots

15:45 – Pitcher he wants to face

16:20 – Favorite college baseball moment

17:05 – Walk-up songs for 2026

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In this episode of the College Baseball Show Coach's Corner, Oregon head coach Mark Wasikowski joins Mark for a deep dive into the Ducks’ rise as one of the nation’s premier programs. Coach Was breaks down Oregon’s philosophy of building physical, fast, and disciplined athletes; the role of nutrition, strength, and leadership development; and how the Ducks’ culture of respect and accountability has fueled their surge to packed crowds and postseason success. He also highlights standout players like Maddox Maloney, Dom Hellman, Ryan Cooney, and the new arms poised to step up in 2026, while sharing candid thoughts on roster limits, the Big Ten’s growing strength, and why moving the college baseball calendar is essential for the sport’s future.

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The 2026 college baseball season is almost here, and we’re breaking down everything you need to know. Mark and Will dive into early Omaha contenders like TCU and UCLA, analyze breakout sophomores and impact freshmen (including Dax Whitney, Sawyer Strosnider, Jack Bauer, and Angel Cervantes), and spotlight Golden Spikes favorites poised for massive seasons. They also look at key transfer-portal winners, rising mid-major programs, and which coaches enter 2026 with the most pressure.

This episode also features a special Ohio State segment with interviews from Dane Harvey and Henry Kaczmar, offering an inside look at the Buckeyes’ momentum heading into 2026.

Plus, we cover updates from across the country, schedules, fall ball buzz, coaching moves, and more, pulled straight from conversations with players and coaches. If you’re gearing up for the biggest year in college baseball yet, this is your preseason roadmap.

0:00 Intro

0:45 Mississippi State draws 10,000 fans

2:15 Rising attendance across college baseball

3:10 Schedule releases & top early matchups

5:00 Nevada coaching change & mid-major rise

7:00 Elite mid-major coaches

9:35 Ohio State interview with Dana Harvey and Henry Kaczmar

10:00 2026 Omaha contenders

11:30 Why TCU is built for a run

12:30 UCLA’s returning core + Cervantes

14:45 Other top contenders

15:50 Breakout sophomores

18:30 Impact freshmen

22:00 Golden Spikes candidates

26:10 Transfer portal winners

30:00 Florida State’s Omaha push

31:45 Coaches under pressure

38:00 Tennessee after Vitello

42:00 First-year coaches with upside

44:00 Final thoughts & what’s coming next

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Join Jared and Tyler for a full breakdown of the newly released Top 50 Prep and College 2026 MLB Draft Boards, diving into the scouting process, player evaluations, and early storylines shaping the 2026 MLB Draft class. Tyler walks through his evaluation philosophy, biggest risers from Area Codes and the summer circuit, and what separates elite prospects like Grady Emerson, Rock Cholowsky, Carson Colemon, Jensen Hirschkorn, and others from the rest of the field. They compare the depth of the prep and college classes, highlight the strengths and weaknesses of this year’s talent pool, and answer fan questions on shortstop projections, pitching tiers, sleeper prospects, and the early 1:1 favorite. If you’re into MLB Draft scouting, prospect development, live looks, or behind-the-scenes board building, this is your go-to deep dive.

Intro - 0:00

Breaking down Board Methodology - 4:00

Top 50 HS Board - 10:31

- Grady Emerson at No. 1 - 11:06

- Carson Bolemon top ranked pitcher - 15:00

- Major Risers - 17:45

- Jensen Hirschkorn

- Connor Comeau

- Strengths and weaknesses of the class - 23:05

Top 50 College Board - 27:35

- Major risers - 27:59

- Ryan Lynch, North Carolina

- Vahn Lackey, Georgia Tech

- Tyler Head, NC State

- Jack Natili, Cincinnati

- Board misses - 31:00

Cross Board Discussion - 33:15

- How it compares to past classes - 33:26

- College vs. Prep - 35:00

- Which group has more talent

- Which has more depth

Listener Q&A - 38:06

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