Side Retired Podcast

Director of Baseball Operations at UC Santa Barbara Alexis Kakuk joins Dylan Campione on today's episode! Take a deep dive into everything baseball operations at the collegiate level as Alexis walks us through the multiple parts of her job at UCSB. From travel logistics, external communication, food orders, equipment, on-field activities, NCAA Regionals, marketing and so much more, Alexis covers it all as well as offers advice to college students looking to get involved in their athletics programs. 

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The 2026 MLB season has come to an end and the Milwaukee Brewers are on top! Dylan Campione, Nicho Fernandez & Dovid Halpert react to the conclusion of World Series. From the stars to the 26th guy on the roster, the crew praises each piece of the Brewers championship roster. Plus, the guys look into what's next for the Rays and the chances of a Brewers repeat. 

With our offseason coverage taking full swing, we are excited to welcome on our next slew of guests. If you would like to nominate someone or let us know who you'd like to hear from, email us at [email protected] or DM us on social media @SideRetiredPod on TikTok / Instagram / X (Twitter). 

Miami Marlins Pitching Prospect Jackson Mitchell joins Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez on today's episode! Hear all about his journey from a walk-on at Binghamton University to getting drafted by the Marlins this summer. Learn all about the transition from college baseball to the pro's, a pitcher's offseason and what Jackson has been working on with the Marlins staff. 

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The 2026 World Series is in full swing as Games 1 and 2 are in the books! Dylan Campione, Nicho Fernandez & Dovid Halpert recap it all from the game ending check swing call, Brewers lock-down bullpen and the keys for the Rays to jump back into the series. Plus, notes from around the league including Brian Cashman, Matt Blake, Freddy Peralta, Rocco Baldelli and so much more! 

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Dylan Campione, Nicho Fernandez & JB Russo are back previewing the 2026 World Series! How did the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays arrive at the Fall Classic? What do they need to do to get four more wins? Who are the guys locking in as winners, series MVP and clutch moment? Plus, checking in on the recently eliminated Guardians and the Angels decision to not retain Kurt Suzuki. 

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8 year MLB Veteran Pitcher Matt Wisler joins Dylan Campione & Lucas Segal on today's episode. Hear all about Matt's baseball journey including his MLB debut against the Mets, developing with the Tampa Bay Rays and his thoughts on new MLB technology and rule changes. Plus, hear all about Matt's post-playing career with Elite Performance Medical! 

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On today's episode, Dylan Campione and Coach Edwin Thompson of Georgetown University look at the 2026 MLB Post Season through the lens of a college baseball coach. What things has Coach T noticed that he applies to his practices? What impresses Coach the most about the remaining playoff teams? Plus, an update on all things Hoyas! 

Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez are back for a recap and draft episode. The guys start off by discussing the first five games of this year's ALCS between the Guardians and Rays. What does Tampa Bay need to do to close things out? Can Cleveland climb back into it? What should the Brewers be doing in the meantime? 

In the second half of the episode, the guys rank the top seven remaining hitters in the playoffs and top seven starting pitchers still standing! Plus, a bonus closer ranking. 

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Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez are recording late after the Brewers complete the sweep of the Dodgers! The guys break down the entire series, how the Brewers constructed a unique path to victory and what's next for the Dodgers. Plus, an update on the ALCS between the Guardians and Rays, the Phillies decision to hire Don Mattingly and the Mariners interview with Joe Espada. All that and more packed into today's episode! 

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Former MLB First Baseman and St. Louis Cardinals Legend Matt Adams joins Dylan Campione & Lucas Segal on today's episode! Hear all about Matt's journey coming up the Cardinals system, learning from a veteran locker room, clutch post season home runs and a 2019 championship with the Nationals! Plus, learn what Matt is up to now that he's hung up his playing spikes. Extremely grateful to Matt for all the time he gave us and insight into a great organization! 

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