The D1Baseball Podcast

Kendall Rogers and Aaron Fitt are joined by D1Baseball’s resident Bracketologist, Mark Etheridge, to discuss how the Field of 64 looks in Week 10 of the 2025 college baseball season!

00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:22 Top Teams Discussion: Arkansas vs. Texas

05:02 Evaluating Clemson and Other Contenders

06:00 Debating Auburn, Oregon State and Georgia Tech

11:31 Other Host Site Candidates: LSU, Coastal Carolina, and More

28:04 Conference Breakdown: America East and American Athletic

43:02 Big 12 and Big East Teams Analysis

44:10 Big South and Big Ten Conference Updates

49:08 Big West and Conference USA Insights

53:08 Horizon, Ivy, and Other Conference Highlights

58:42 SEC and SoCon Discussions

01:05:58 Southland, SWAC, and Summit League Breakdown

01:10:26 Sun Belt, WCC, and WAC Evaluations

01:13:17 Final Bubble Teams and Projections

01:24:46 Concluding Thoughts and Sponsor Acknowledgements

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In this episode of B1G Baseball and Beyond, hosts Patrick Ebert, Burke Granger, and special guest Shotgun Spratling discuss their observations from recent Midwest and Big Ten series. The team breaks down USC's strong series against Penn State, highlighting standout performances from Caden Aoki and Caden Hunter. They also delve into Maryland's continued hitting prowess but pitching struggles, along with Oregon's inconsistency and potential. Shotgun provides insights into important players and highlights upcoming games. The episode wraps up with plans for future coverage and rankings of top-lefty aces in the Big Ten.

00:00 Welcome to B1G Baseball and Beyond

00:17 Introducing Special Guest: Shotgun Spratling

06:57 Big Ten Weekend Recap

08:51 USC vs. Penn State Series Insights

20:35 Caden Hunter's Impressive Performance

23:32 Penn State's Upcoming Challenges

24:43 Big Ten RPI and Scheduling Strategies

27:49 Impact of Oregon and Washington Joining the League

30:05 Continued Discussion on Penn State and USC Game

30:13 Maryland Baseball: Strengths and Weaknesses

31:31 Pitching Challenges for Maryland

38:05 Oregon Baseball: Performance and Potential

39:38 Key Players and Strategies for Oregon

43:36 Consistency Issues and Upcoming Challenges for Oregon

45:21 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Games

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Georgia head coach Wes Johnson joins the show to discuss how his No. 5 Bulldogs managed to turnaround after losing four consecutive SEC games, ultimately achieving a dramatic series victory over then-No. 1 Arkansas, led by one of Johnson’s mentors, Dave Van Horn. He also covers the attacking mindsets he encourages in his players and Georgia’s success in the transfer portal since his arrival.

Later in the episode, SEC Extra writer Mark Etheridge joins the show to talk about the Bulldogs and the rest of the SEC as we head into the second half of the conference schedule. We discuss a surprising current No. 1, a surging preseason No. 1, a prior No. 1 that just got swept and get Mark’s take on who will be the final No. 1.

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On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Aaron Fitt and Kendall Rogers whip around the country breaking down the action from Weekend 9 of the college baseball season. The discussion begins with some Big 12 talk, then moves on to the ACC and SEC before finishing with a host of other teams that have caught our attention, out West and in the mid-major ranks.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

01:20 Wake Forest and North Carolina Series Recap

02:23 Big 12 Conference Highlights

02:47 West Virginia's Performance Analysis

05:18 Cincinnati's Surprising Season

06:40 Big 12 Postseason Predictions

08:33 Texas Tech's Role as a Spoiler

09:50 ACC Weekend Recap

13:17 Clemson's Potential for a Championship

19:54 SEC Highlights and Texas' Performance

21:44 Kentucky's Close Calls and Texas' Strengths

23:26 Texas A&M's Surprising Comeback

24:59 Georgia and Auburn's Performance Highlights

28:28 Big Ten and Mid-Major Updates

34:42 Sun Belt Conference and Mid-Major Rampage

40:02 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!

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On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Joe Healy, Kendall Rogers and Mark Etheridge preview Weekend 9 around the country. They discuss another pivotal weekend in the Big 12, top series in the ACC and SEC, two series to focus on in the Big Ten and everything else going on in college baseball.

00:00 Introduction and Host Change

03:11 Big 12 Highlights and Key Series

09:03 ACC Series to Watch

16:30 SEC Showdowns and Key Matchups

20:51 Auburn vs. LSU: Key Players and Strategies

23:17 Vanderbilt's Pitching Strategy

24:47 Mississippi State vs. Alabama: A Tough Series

26:10 SEC Games Update

28:11 Big Ten Weekend Preview

34:13 Other Notable College Baseball Series

40:23 AAC's Potential for Multiple Bids

42:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!

D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.

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In this episode of B1G Baseball and Beyond, hosts Burke Granger and Patrick Ebert dive into all things Midwest College Baseball. They discuss the unpredictable weather and its impact on game schedules, share personal anecdotes related to travel challenges, and review recent Big Ten series, including Southern Miss vs. Marshall. The duo also presents their midseason awards for the Big Ten, including Player, Pitcher, Newcomer, and Freshman of the Year. Additionally, they highlight standout teams like UCLA and Iowa, offering predictions for the rest of the season. Join Burke and Patrick for an insightful look at midseason developments and upcoming coverage plans.

00:00 Welcome to B1G Baseball and Beyond

00:44 Weather Challenges in Midwest Baseball

02:18 Southern Miss vs. Marshall Series Recap

03:25 Standout Performances: JB Middleton and Marshall Pitching

10:58 West Coast Teams Dominate the Big Ten

16:54 Midseason Player Awards Discussion

24:59 Top Left-Handed Pitchers in the Big Ten

25:45 Emerging Pitcher of the Year Candidates

26:33 Midseason Newcomer and Freshman of the Year

34:47 Indiana's Standout Freshmen

37:47 Team and Coach of the Year

44:44 Big Ten Regular Season Predictions

47:03 Upcoming Series and Listener Appreciation

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UCLA head coach John Savage joins to talk about how his Bruins have turned things around from struggling mightily in 2024 to being a regional host contender this season despite having the majority of the same faces on the roster and about the most important lessons he learned going against coaching legends like Mike Gillespie, Pat Casey and Andy Lopez.

Later in the episode, D1Baseball national writer Mike Rooney joins the show to talk about how the Bruins and the rest of the West Coast teams have had the upper hand in the Big Ten. He also discusses where Stanford and Cal stand in the ACC before picking Arizona and Arizona State as potential frontrunners in the Big 12. He also discusses how the Big West, WAC, and WCC races are shaking out.

The episode concludes with USC midseason All-American Ethan Hedges joining to discuss his transition to being a two-way player this season and how he's been able to unlock his power potential this season for the Trojans.

The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!

D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.

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On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers and Aaron Fitt recap Weekend 8 around college baseball. They discuss Texas A&M's comeback series win over Tennessee, how the ACC looks halfway through league play and much more.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:01 Heartfelt Message and Current Events

01:46 Texas A&M's Surprising Performance

03:06 Tennessee and Texas Analysis

10:26 LSU and SEC Insights

13:41 ACC Teams and Performances

20:33 Wake Forest's Comeback

22:09 ACC Midseason Review

23:55 Big 12 Highlights and Surprises

31:32 Western Kentucky's Pitching Dominance

32:42 Oregon State's Important Series Win

36:40 Unexpected Standouts and Adjustments

39:26 Looking Ahead to Week 9

The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!

D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.

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On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Joe Healy and Bradley Smart preview Weekend 8. They discuss another loaded slate in both the SEC and ACC, then do a deep dive into some lower-profile series that should have your attention this weekend.

00:00 Welcome to The D1 Baseball Podcast

05:24 SEC Series Highlights and Predictions

13:52 ACC Series Highlights and Predictions

19:57 Discussing East Carolina's Season

20:51 Western Kentucky vs. DBU Series Preview

24:38 Arizona vs. Arizona State Series Hype

25:18 USC Upstate at High Point and Other Key Matchups

36:41 The Infamous Winthrop Batter's Eye

38:18 Final Thoughts and Subscription Promo

The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!

D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.

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In this episode of B1G Baseball and Beyond, hosts Burke Granger and Patrick Ebert discuss their observations from recent midwest and Big Ten series, including Ohio State's surprising series win against Oregon and USC's strong pitching performance. The guys also spotlight standout players who played in the midwest this past weekend, including Florida State's Jamie Arnold and Notre Dame's Estevan Moreno. The episode also covers the Big Ten's overall landscape, including updates on Iowa, UCLA, and other top teams. Burke and Patrick share their upcoming coverage plans and reflect on the current season's pitching and offensive highlights.

00:00 Welcome to Big Baseball and Beyond

00:24 Weekend Recap: Ohio State, UCLA, and Florida State

02:34 Big 10 and Midwest Baseball Highlights

03:43 MAC and Missouri Valley Conference Updates

04:48 Big 10 Weekend Observations

10:25 Ohio State vs. Oregon Series Breakdown

18:15 Early Game Highlights and Key Plays

19:18 Rock Klowski's Defensive Brilliance

22:11 UCLA's Offensive Power and Pitching Challenges

27:01 Pitching Strategies and Game Dynamics

34:58 Weekend Plans and Final Thoughts

The D1Baseball Podcast is brought to you by Academy Sports + Outdoors—your go-to destination for everything you need this baseball season. Whether you’re gearing up for game day or sharpening your skills in the offseason, Academy has the bats, gloves, cleats, protective gear, training equipment, and apparel to help you bring it home for less. With everyday low prices and a huge selection of top brands like Easton, Rawlings, and Wilson, Academy makes it easy to step up to the plate with confidence. Shop in-store or online at Academy.com and get ready to play ball!

D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! And if you’re a super-fan of college baseball, you can subscribe and watch all of our podcasts on the D1Baseball YouTube Channel.

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