Nick Dini (ex-MLB Catcher for the KC Royals) joins me to continue our conversation about the state of youth baseball - and coaches sacrificing players health for some tournament wins.

We talk accountability - how coaches can get the most out of their players with a respectful environment, and some best practices to hold them accountable throughout the season.

Zack Granite (ex-MLB Outfielder with the Minnesota Twins) joins me on the 9-Hole Podcast to talk about:

His Journey

How he used his speed to impact baseball games

How he got scouted & recruited

What the next generation of players & parents NEED to know

How to steal a base

From being a 160 pound outfielder at Seton Hall, all the way to stealing bags and making plays on the biggest stage for the Twins - Zack has incredible insight, tips and lessons that the next generation of baseball players can learn from and relate to.

Those who have done it, helping those who are next.

Thanks for tuning in,

IM

On today's episode, I talk about the secret to the success that I've been able to have on the field - playing MY game.

I cover 2 specific examples on when playing my game helped me stand out - and what that ultimately did for me.

The episode ends with tips and concepts that helped me play Center Field/Outfield at the highest possible level - and I'm confident they'll help you.

Those who have done it, helping those who are next.

Thanks for tuning in,

IM

Nick Dini (ex-MLB Catcher) joins me to talk about the plethora of arm injuries that youth baseball players are experiencing.

Why it's happening

How to combat it

Long term injuries for a travel ball trophy

Those who have done it, helping those who are next.

Thanks for tuning in,

IM

Today I'm joined by Joseph Guzman and Adrian Lorenzo. Joseph is an MLB agent at Empowerment Sports Group, and Adrian has had a multitude of experience in baseball operations and international scouting.

Today we're going to hit on their stories, talk about their unique perspectives in the game and hear about what the struggles are being a Latin American player trying to make it to the big leagues.

Those who have done it, helping those who are next. Thanks for tuning in,

IM

David & Ian recap the sports news of the week:

The 1st round of the NFL Draft

Bellinger's riblets

PCA's homer & pimp-job

What is going on w/MLB umpires?

Thanks for tuning in,

IM

This week on The 9-Hole Podcast I'm talking about the top 5 mistakes I made on my journey from Little League to the Big Leagues. The episode ends with actionable steps for an athlete to take if they aren't where they want to be in their career.

Above average results require me to take above average action. Be the person, so you can have the results.

Those who have done it, helping those who are next!

Thanks for tuning in,

IM

Nick Vincent joins The 9-Hole to talk about his journey in the game of baseball. From being an undersized 135 pound High School pitcher throwing in the mid-80's, to being a solidified bullpen piece with parts of 10 MLB seasons on the biggest stage - Nick's story is relatable to anybody going through the baseball grind.

Nick talks about his grind in getting to the big leagues, the separators that gave him longevity once he got there, and the importance of a strong mental game and having a routine.

Started:

135 lbs throwing mid-80's in High School

JUCO for 3 years

18th round draft pick throwing 90 mph

Ended:

3.30 ERA in the MLB

400+ innings pitched with 400+ strikeouts

Parts of 10 seasons with 6 different teams

Those who have done it, helping those who are next.

IM

David & Ian talk about the most recent and relevant News, Headlines & Hot Gossip around the League.

A's Going to Sacramento & keeping Esteury Ruiz in AAA

More Elbow Surgeries in 2023 than the entire DECADE of the 90's

Shohei has been vindicated and is starting to heat up

Juan Soto's patience frustrating NY Sports Media?

Why Trevor Bauer is not in an MLB uniform

Zach McKinstry and the terrible, horrible, no good very bad day

MLB Standings - who is hot and who is NOT

Nick Dini joins The 9-Hole Podcast to talk about his journey in the game of baseball. Drafted in the 14th round for $1,000 after his Senior season at Wagner College - Dini had to silence the questions and limiting beliefs surrounding his skillset and his 5'7 frame armed with his dream and his work ethic.

The rest is history.

His Journey

What He's Learned Along the Way

Actionable Advice to the Next Generation & Their Parents

Those who have done it, helping those who are next.

This is an incredible story about defying the odds, and I appreciate you guys for tuning in.

IM

Check Nick Dini and his Catching Page out on Instagram:

Personal IG: @eywho_dini

Catching IG: @njcatchingguy