Grab your gear and settle in behind the dish as Cardinals catcher Joe Hudson and I chat about his journey to the Big Leagues. Joe shares his recruiting story, talks about his time at Notre Dame, and the draft process. He shares stories and experiences of time spent with current and future Hall of Famers. We even manage to talk about his dog, Game of Thrones and craft beer.

It's late in the season and the Yankees are battling for a Wild Card spot. There are 2 outs and 2 on in the top of the 9th and Slade Heathcott is at the plate. A Rod and Brian McCann are the two baserunners. Slade goes deep and the Yankees win! It wasn't always this smooth for Slade. In this episode, we talk about the extreme turbulence he experienced as a kid growing up in Oklahoma & Texas as well as his setbacks as a Minor Leaguer. Join Slade and I as we circle the bases.

Nick and I slide headfirst in to his journey from Little League all the way to AA ball in the Kansas City Royals farm system. Nick spent this fall playing in the highly competitive and star filled Arizona Fall League where he was named to the 'top prospects team'. Nick is extremely fast. We fantasy booked races against the other speed demons in both MLB and MiLB. Nick is funny, introspective, humble and extremely hard working.

Austin and Chris go around the horn and discuss the challenges Austin faced while growing up and trying to play baseball in a cold weather climate, the emotions of the MLB draft, how with the Twins guidance he dramatically improved in his three months of pro ball and much more.

Sterling and I tackle a number of subjects on episode 16. Sterling was once a Michigan State basketball recruit with the ability to play above the rim and behind the arc. We talk about his development through the Nat's farm system and he explains how he was able to pack on 15 pounds this offseason. Even with his busy baseball schedule, Sterling works in time to coach young hurlers. We talk about that and much more on episode 16.

Justine was told at 13 that girls don't play baseball. She ignored her coach and continued to play the game she loved. Eventually she became the first female coach in MLB. We talk about her journey, the creation of Baseball for All and her experience as a professional baseball coach. Justine continues her work to create an environment for girls and women to have opportunities to play the game of baseball.

We ring in the New Year with Brent Suter of the the 2018 NL Central Champion Milwaukee Brewers. Brent shares stories from his days at Harvard, getting drafted by the Brewers, celebrating the NL Central crown in 2018 and much more.

Portland, Oregon wants a baseball team. Jen Beyrle is part of the group that is trying to make that a reality. Jen and I talk about the prospects of baseball in Portland, the land they've already secured, and the beautiful stadium design they'll erect on that land.

Chris & I spray to all fields on this episode. Chris experienced unthinkable tragedy on June 17, 2015 when his Mom was gunned down with 8 others while at Church in Charleston SC. He turned the tragedy into an opportunity to inspire others, end racism, and spread the message that 'love will always be stronger than hate.' We talk about his mission, as well as his experience as a Chicago Cubs prospect.

Sit shotgun on the bus as we drive around with Pitcher Tim Dillard. Tim and I discuss family life, the Brewers playoff runs of 2008 & 2011, motivating Jason Kendall, and much more. Tim is one of the funniest ballplayers in MLB & MiLB. He's a must follow on social media. Give this one a click and have some fun while Tim shares his cruise through professional baseball.