The Postgame Spread

By Blake Helm

A podcast focusing on players journeys through baseball and what they learned along the way. "A journey worth remembering" hosted by Blake Helm... more

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The podcast currently has 100 episodes available.

The Postgame Spread episodes:

July 10, 2023 The Jason Knoedler Story Pt.1 "The K-Team Hustle"
In pt.1 Jason takes us through growing up as a "skinny runt," developing that famous Kteam Hustle/work ethic, HS and travel ball, the iconic 2000 LLCC national championship team, and his magical year at Miami of Ohio where he started switch hitting and was ultimately named an all american and taken in the 6th round by the Tigers. Jason is an electric personality and it really shines through in this episode. Thank you for your time brother. Pt.2 detailing his pro career and life after will be dropping as soon as editing is completed.
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2h 8min
June 26, 2023 "Out of Left Field" with Joey Albsmeyer Pt.3-The Ryan O'Malley Story- takes -w/ bonus Claude Kracik Clip
Joey takes on the Ryan O'malley episode. In this episode of out of left field Joey ponders O’Malleys “100 mph fastball in the looks department”in the most hilarious ways, O’Malleys ideal childhood, is O’Malley an ugly crier? ( he isn’t ha), how special his relationship was with his parents, how fun it is to talk about old baseball names and teammates, common traits among elite guys, a Peter christofilakis story, some Claude kracik talk, getting perspective, d1 dreams, and the people gotta know….what happened at the wwe Sunday night ppv parties? Some things will always remains a mystery! And more …. Thanks Joey!

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47min
June 17, 2023 The Ryan O'Malley Story Pt.2 "Those are the things that stories are written about"
In Pt. 2 Ryno takes us through his improbable journey to the big leagues, how every star in the galaxy had to align for it to happen, and what it was like making his major league debut against Andy Pettitte. He also takes us on a journey of what it's like in the show, having it ripped away very quickly, how baseball ended for him, his coaching career, and finally how life has ended up for him. Ryan's journey is proof that good things happen to good people. This is an all time episode for an all time person. Get your tissues ready. These are the things that stories are written about.
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2h 36min
June 15, 2023 The Ryan O'Malley Story Pt.1 "A dream that was bigger than me”
In episode 1 Ryan takes us through growing up in rural central Illinois with a baseball field as his backyard, his incredible family and parents, little league, travel ball, HS baseball, getting recruited, playing and winning a national championship at LLCC, signing with the University of Memphis, getting signed as an undrafted free agent by his favorite team growing up, and his first few years in the minors. Ryan was absolutely fantastic and it's easy to see why everyone who has ever come into contact with him speaks with the highest of praise. Part 2 will detail Ryan's movie worthy big league debut. Thank you for your time Ryno. Springfield loves you!
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1h 58min
May 18, 2023 "Out of Left field" with Joey Albsmeyer Pt.2 "That'll be $3.50"
Back with another installment of "Out of Leftfield" with Joey Albsmeyer as well as a few announcements of episodes and ideas we have been working on. Joey is back with his thoughts on a variety of subjects that no one asked for ha! Joey goes in on Little League Baseball, lightning bugs as batting practice, the joys of hitting a golf ball with a baseball bat, thoughts on sign stealing, a hysterical Ron "Big Bull" Riggle story, and thoughts on making this podcast charitable. Stick with us guys, in a few weeks the Ryan O'malley story should be completed, followed by the Jason Knoedler story. Thanks for listening!
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26min
May 03, 2023 "Out of Left field" with Joey Albsmeyer - The Dusty Bensko Story -Extra stories and takes
Out of Left Field will be a reoccurring segment with everyone's funniest teammate-none other than Joey Albsmeyer. Joey was a x2 state champ at Pleasant Plains, and went on to have a strong career at LLCC and Webber International University. Joey will be giving us reactions, takes, more stories, extra context, and whatever else he feels like saying. Enjoy and get ready to laugh and be swept up by Joeys legendary story telling ability.
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27min
May 01, 2023 The Ryan Aper Story Pt.2 -"There's gonna be a day where you give the jersey back, or they take it from you"
In Pt.2 Ryan opens up on his journey through 4 years of minor league baseball. From the highest of high's to the lowest of low's and navigating the dream turning into a nightmare. Somewhere along the way Ryan became one of the most humble, tapped in, and thoughtful guys you will ever meet. This is such a journey......Enjoy!
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2h 36min
April 28, 2023 The Dusty Bensko Story Pt.2 "Heroes get remembered, but legends never die”
In pt.2 dusty takes us through his experiences in pro ball, how it ended for him, struggles and finding peace after his final at bat. We talk about dusty coming full circle as a coach and the lovely life he has created for himself in Chicago as well as a q/a at the end. An amazing baseball journey with endless lessons learned along the way. Thanks dusty!
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49min
April 28, 2023 The Dusty Bensko Story Pt.1 “Heroes get remembered, but legends never die”
This is an absolute honor to bring to you the story of dusty bensko. A true hometown hero, champion, leader, and legend in Illinois baseball/athletics. We go through falling in love with the game, Little league, the legendary statesman traveling team, being a 2 time state champion in hs, his recruiting process, draft let downs, and his career at the university of Illinois in pt.1…….
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1h 57min
April 07, 2023 The Ryan Aper Story Pt.1 "It was all a dream"
The first guest on the PGS Podcast could be no one else but my brother Ryan Aper. the 2013 JUCO player of the year, LLCC alumni, and 6th round draft pick of the Florida Marlins takes us through growing up, falling in love with the game, little league, travel ball, HS, the recruiting process, 2 magical years at LLCC and the wild draft process of a highly sought after prospect. Ryan drops endless knowledge and life lessons learned along the way. PT. 2 coming soon.
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2h 36min

FAQs about The Postgame Spread:

How many episodes does The Postgame Spread have?

The podcast currently has 100 episodes available.