The College Baseball Show

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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In this episode of Behind the Seams, Will Mossa sits down with Troy University outfielder Steven Meier to dive into his unorthodox journey from Washington to the Sun Belt, including JUCO stops, injuries, portal moves, and the mindset that shaped his growth on and off the field. Meier opens up about his hard-nosed playing style—elite defense, baserunning, and getting hit by pitches more than almost anyone in the nation—as well as the culture at Troy under Skylar Mead and what makes the program special. He also discusses the mental side of the game, balancing adversity, personal branding, playing for his younger self, and why focusing on "boring things done well" drives winning. A candid, inspiring look at one of college baseball’s most electric competitors.

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Step inside the world of Grady Emerson, the Just Baseball Media No. 1 ranked high school prospect in the 2026 MLB Draft class, as he joins On The Clock for a wide-ranging, can’t-miss conversation. Grady opens up about growing up in Texas, the work ethic and mindset that set him apart, what it means to represent Team USA, and how he’s preparing to lead his new squad at Fort Worth Christian. From hitting philosophy and leadership to recruiting, adversity, USA Baseball stories, music, gaming battles with his brother, and the MLB pitchers he most wants to face, Grady gives fans one of his most candid and thoughtful interviews yet.

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The College Baseball Show Coach's Corner is joined by Kansas head coach Dan Fitzgerald to talk about his incredible coaching journey—from his early days grinding through junior college baseball to working alongside Jay Johnson at LSU and now leading the Jayhawks’ resurgence in the Big 12. Coach Fitzgerald shares how he’s built Kansas Baseball’s identity around humility, accountability, and team-first leadership, the lessons he’s learned from mentors like Dan Heefner and Dave Barnett, and the impact of family and faith on his coaching philosophy. He also opens up about the electric fan atmosphere in Lawrence, the team’s standout returners heading into 2026, and why hockey still has his heart off the field.

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Virginia OF and 2026 MLB Draft propsect AJ Gracia joins Jared and Tyler on the On The Clock podcast to talk about his journey from New Jersey to Duke and now to Virginia, where he’s gearing up for a big season with the Cavaliers. The former ACC Freshman of the Year opens up about overcoming early struggles, refining his approach at the plate, and the lessons learned through Team USA and elite summer competition. He also dives into the transition to Charlottesville, what it’s been like playing under Coach Pollard, and how he’s embracing a leadership role in a new clubhouse. AJ offers a candid, thoughtful look at the mindset of one of college baseball’s most talented outfielders.

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Get ready for a college baseball showdown like you’ve never seen before! In this special College Baseball Show: Jeopardy Edition, Jared, Will, and Jason go head-to-head in a trivia battle testing their knowledge of college baseball history, legendary players, and iconic ballparks — all hosted by Mark Garland. From Golden Spikes winners to record-breaking moments and hilarious wrong answers, it’s a mix of competition, laughs, and nostalgia for every true college baseball fan. Tune in, play along at home, and see if you can outscore the crew in this ultimate test of “who really knows ball.”

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