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This week Denny talks to Dove Tail Bat maker Paul Lancisi! Paul went from Cabinet Maker to Bat Maker to a Major League Baseball mover and shaker. Paul and Denny share stories about Pete Alonzo, Giancarlo Stanton, Freddy Sanchez, Shohei Ohtani, Bryce Harper and many more. If you think you know something about bats you better think again and listen to “Swing Hard” in case you hit it. 

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This week Denny talks to Notre Dame Baseball Standout Jake Stromsborg. Jake shares his story of battling cancer and how it’s made him mentally and emotionally stronger. This episode will make you laugh, make you cry and it’ll be one of the most inspiring baseball and human stories you’ve ever heard.

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It’s the 100th Episode!! Denny Talks to 2022 CIF Champion Matt Magallon, Head Coach of Burroughs High School in Burbank. Denny and Matt talk about what it takes to be a Champion. Plus, how parents play an important role in players' outlook on the game. And some breaking news about Denny and Matt coaching together this Summer. 

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This week on Episode 99 of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it, Denny is live at the Boras Classic where Notre Dame takes down JSerra! Plus, Denny and Rob talk about the 30th anniversary of the baseball classic “Sandlot” and Denny shares his 0 for 80 hitless streak story. Lots of laughs and stories this week on “Swing Hard."

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This week Denny talks to Detroit Tiger Scout and Crespi Alum Joe Ferrone! Joe and Denny do a little trash talking about Crespi and Notre Dame.  Plus, Joe shares some great wisdom about what it takes to make it to the Big Show!

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This Week on Episode 97,  Denny and Producer Rob give their take on the World Baseball Classic. Did Trout and Ohtani bring back the wonderment of Baseball? Plus, Denny breaks down why Notre Dame High School is ranked #1 in the CIF! And “Swing Hard” talks about March Madness. Denny spends some time talking about his childhood friend and TCU basketball Coach Jamie Dixon! 

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We hate to name drop but this week Denny talks to Super Scout Bill Geivett about  Greg Maddux, Tim Lincecum, Pedro Martinez, Tom Glavine, Tommy Lasorda, Derrick Jeter,  Mariano Rivera, Andy Petite,  Cody Bellinger , Walt Weiss and many more in another compelling episode of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it. 

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On Episode 95 Denny sits down with lifelong friend Michael Baron and talks Baseball, Parenting, Xerox, UCLA Basketball, NBA Basketball and a potpourri of other topics that will leave you scratching your head. It’s hilarious and informative all in one Podcast! “Swing Hard” in case you hit it. 

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On Episode 94  of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it, Denny talks to actor and baseball dad, Dominic Pace.  You may have seen Dominic on TV  in  "The Mandalorian, " "Superstore," or "NCIS: Los Angeles."  Denny and Dominic talk about youth baseball, acting and his  unique baseball bucket list! Swing Hard in case you hit it.

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On Episode 93 of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it, Denny talks to former De Anza College Head Coach Frank Garcia.  Denny and Frank talk about the advantages of going to Junior College vs. Division 1 right out of school and the importance of practice….that’s right we said practice! Swing Hard in case you hit it. 

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