The CABC Podcast

The CABC Podcast

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The CABC Podcast episodes

  • Miramichi Magic: Top Pitchers, Power Hitters, and National Championship Glory
    National pride, dominant pitching, and legendary hitting take center stage in this action-packed recap of the Canadian Men’s Baseball Championship in Miramichi, NB.

    Host Dan kicks off the episode alongside Kris Jardine from Snag Sports and local streaming partner Jake Dignam to break down the week's biggest storylines, standout plays, and favorite moments. Later, Chatham Ironmen standout Jay Miller drops by to reflect on earning Top Defensive Player honors, his clutch tournament run, and his pitching journey from the NCAA. Finally,

    Team Quebec star Moises Perez joins the show to talk through his lights-out performance as the tournament’s Top Hitter and give a sneak peek into how he is gearing up the Jets de Montreal for a deep LBMQ playoff push.



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    59 min
  • CABC Tournament Talk: Pool B Breakdown
    Episode 9 dives into Pool B at the Canadian Men’s Baseball Championships.

    The intro segment is co‑hosted by Dan Estey and Kris Jardine of Snag Sports. Kris will be leading the livestream coverage throughout the championship.

    This episode features conversations with:
    • Team Alberta — Coach/Player Jaret Chatwood (Red Deer Riggers)
    • Team British Columbia — Coach/Player Jeremy Campbell (Victoria Mavericks)
    • Team Ontario — Coach Buzz Morris (Windsor Stars)
    • Team Saskatchewan — Coach Nolan Dezotell
    • Team New Brunswick — Coach Jake Beck (Charlottetown Islanders)


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    1 hr 42 min
  • CABC Tournament Talk: Pool A Breakdown
    Episode 8 takes listeners straight into the heartbeat of the Canadian Men’s Baseball Championships, with a full spotlight on Pool A—a group stacked with tradition, talent, and national‑level intensity.

    This episode opens with a special co‑host: tournament director BJ Young, the Chatham leader helping steer one of the country’s premier amateur baseball events.

    Dan and BJ set the stage for a week where every inning matters and every province arrives with something to prove.We move team‑by‑team through Pool A, starting with the hometown Chatham Ironmen, guided by long‑time coach Kevin Bowes and anchored by veteran shortstop Kris Keating.

    From there, the episode travels across the country:
    • Team Newfoundland, led by Coach Sean Gulliver of the St. John’s Capitals.
    • Team Quebec, under Coach Sebastien Richer.
    • Team Nova Scotia, represented by Coach John Ansara and pitcher Tyson Slauenwhite of the Kentville Wildcats.
    • Team Manitoba, guided by Coach Derek Shamray of the Oak River Dodgers.
    Episode 8 blends tournament insight, team identity, and coast‑to‑coast storytelling—capturing the energy of a national championship where every province carries its own history, its own pride, and its own path to championship Sunday.



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    1 hr 25 min
  • Ontario Road to the Nationals: Panel Breakdown & Predictions
    CABC Podcast Season 2 - Episode 7: National Qualifier Breakdown.

    Join Dan and a panel of senior baseball alumni as they break down the upcoming Ontario Men's AAA National Qualifier tournament:
    • Brad Binns (Former Pitcher, Ajax Spartans)
    • Dan Franceschetti (Former 1B/OF, Etobicoke Rangers)
    • Mark West (Former Pitcher, Newmarket Hawks)
    Tune in for expert insights, player perspectives, and insider tournament predictions.



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    1 hr 20 min
  • Rico’s 50th, Sooners Ball & Red Deer Riggers

    Welcome to episode 6 of the CABC Podcast.  On this episode:
    • NSSBL & Sooners LegendSydney Sooners shortstop Chris Farrow breaks down the NSSBL season, honors Jim "Rico" McEachern's 50-year legacy and jersey retirement, and previews the NSSBL players joining Kentville for Nationals.
    • Riggers & Road to NationalsRed Deer Riggers player/coach Jaret Chatwood discusses their Sunburst Baseball League season, their recent tournament victory, and their upcoming trip to Miramichi for the Canadian Championships.


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    53 min
  • Depth, Drama & Championships: Inside a Wild Tournament Week
    Episode 5 of season 2 dives into two standout tournament stories shaping the 2026 amateur baseball landscape.

    First, the St. Albert Tigers roll through their invitational, ending an 11‑year drought behind elite pitching depth, a surging college‑aged core, and a roster so deep they fielded two competitive squads.

    Head coach Brad Wolansky and MVP catcher Kelan Polard break down the chemistry, the competition, and the Sunburst League dominance that has them sitting at 8–0 and eyeing future Canadians berths in 2027 and 2029.

    Then the spotlight shifts east as Sarnia Brigade 22U head coach Brett Brydges walks through their unconventional—but victorious—run at the Rudy Godwin Memorial Tournament.

    With players moving between junior and senior squads, Sarnia’s development pipeline is becoming one of the most interesting models in Ontario baseball.

    Across both segments, listeners get a mix of tournament recap, league context, player insight, and national‑level implications—plus a preview of the packed summer ahead: more tournaments, playoff races, and the Ontario qualifying weekend in Windsor.

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    46 min
  • Rainouts, Rivalries & Road to Eliminations
    Episode 4 brings listeners back into the heart of Canadian amateur baseball with a packed mid‑season update.

    Dan recaps the rain‑shortened but highly competitive CABC Gold Bat Invitational, where Sarnia, Newmarket, Ilderton, Waterloo, and even the visiting Michigan Braves made noise in a stacked 14‑team field.

    The episode also dives into the upcoming provincial eliminations, breaking down early favourites, tough first‑round matchups, and the grind of a tournament where teams must win seven to eight games in four days.

    Later, the show shifts to Milton Alumni Day, revisiting a community‑driven doubleheader that served as the warm‑up to Milton’s massive 50th anniversary celebration coming next year.

    Associate coach David Clark joins the show to talk roster depth, senior‑ball culture, attendance pride, and how the Red Sox are shaping up for a busy summer of league play and tournaments.

    A mix of tournament drama, team insights, community baseball stories, and interviews—Episode 4 is a full snapshot of the energy, challenges, and momentum across the senior baseball scene.

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    53 min
  • Across the Country — PMBL Launch + Top 10 Insights
    Big bats. Big moments. Bigger stories.

    Season 2, Episode 3 of the CABC Baseball Podcast dives straight into the heart of Canadian amateur baseball.

    We’re talking the launch of the brand‑new Prairie Men’s Baseball League, with Regina Trappers Nolan Dezotell and Nathan Halvorsen from the Regina Rockies; breaking down how elite men’s ball is evolving out west.

    Then we shift gears to the always‑spicy Top 10 Rankings — who climbed, who slipped, and who’s knocking on the door.Plus, former Niagra Metros slugger Evan Baglieri joins the show to give his take on the early‑season landscape.

    CABC Episode 3 — where Canadian amateur baseball gets the spotlight it deserves. Tap in. Step up. Let’s play ball.

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    1 hr 5 min
  • Around the Horn: The 2026 NBSBL Season Preview
    Episode 2: The 2026 NB Senior Baseball League Roundtable Preview

    The 2026 New Brunswick Senior Baseball League season is finally here, and we are breaking it all down with a massive, bases-loaded roundtable episode!

    This week, Dan is joined by co-host and Fredericton sports guru Billy Gibson to go around the horn with four of the league’s five franchises. We dive deep into season expectations, local rivalries, and the major roster shakeups changing the landscape of the league this summer.Inside the Lineup:
    • Chatham Ironmen: Head Coach Kevin Bowes talks about the squad's preparation and what it will take to lock down the North.
    • Charlottetown Islanders: Coach Mark Arsenault and player Jake Beck call in to share the view from the Island and how their roster matches up.
    • Saint John Alpines: President Terre Hunter and GM Rob Jeffery give us a front-office look at their blueprint for a deep playoff run.
    • Fredericton Royals: Head Coach Mike Lint steps into the box to talk home-turf advantage and key offseason acquisitions.


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    1 hr 26 min
  • The National Road Begins: Inside COBA & GTBL 2026
    Baseball is back — and so is the CABC Podcast. Season 2 kicks off with big bats, bigger storylines, and a coast‑to‑coast look at Canada’s top senior baseball leagues.

    Dan breaks down opening‑week action, league shakeups, national contenders, and the wildest early‑season moments (yes… including a snowmobile exit from practice).

    Plus: a massive wave of new sponsors, fresh rankings, and two stacked roundtables featuring managers from the COBA Major League and the GTBL.

    New teams, new talent, new rivalries — and a whole summer of baseball ahead.

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    1 hr 27 min

About The CABC Podcast

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Welcome to The CABC Podcast, your ultimate guide to Senior Men's AAA and AA baseball across Canada!

Host Dan Estey steps up to the plate to deliver comprehensive coverage of 12 leagues…