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Diamond in the Rough Podcast

26 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

Sam Ostrowski and Dan Collins break down the latest baseball prospect news while helping you find your team's diamond in the rough.

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Episodes

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 23

October 03, 2017 23:30 - 20 minutes - 17.7 MB

Sam discusses the historic 2017 season in the MLB around the league. He also gives a few playoff predictions to start your October. Send us your questions and comments at [email protected]

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 22

August 31, 2017 23:30 - 32 minutes - 28.8 MB

Sam discusses the September call ups to look out for. Who will have a big impact? Who could maybe stick on the roster for the playoffs? He also discusses the waiver trade deadline as it comes to an end and the moves that have already occured and the ones that still could happen. What group of prospects confuses Sam the most? Listen in and find out.  

Brock Stewart Interview

August 15, 2017 18:30 - 23 minutes - 20.8 MB

Sam talks with Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Brock Stewart. Stewart is currently with the Triple-A Oklahoma City Dodgers after appearing in nine games at the big league level this season. Stewart talks about the historic season the Dodgers are having, the grind of going up and down from the majors, how college baseball developed him, and more.

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 21

August 03, 2017 12:30 - 35 minutes - 31.5 MB

Sam goes solo as he discusses the Yu Darvish trade (Like us on Facebook to see Sam's thoughts on more of the trade deadline moves in his Facebook live video). He also dives into the new top 100 prospect list released by MLB Pipeline. Who is on the uprise? Who fell in the rankings? Send us your thoughts/questions to [email protected] or follow us on Twitter (@DiamondPodcast) and Facebook (Diamond in the Rough Podcat).

Paul DeJong Interview

July 25, 2017 20:00 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MB

Sam interviews infielder Paul DeJong of the St. Louis Cardinals about his experience in the big leagues so far since being called up. Listen to the interview Sam and Dan did with DeJong back in episode 9 when he was in Florida for Spring Training. Since then, DeJong has been called up and has performed very well for the Redbirds as they make a push in the NL Central. DeJong discusses his journey up to this point, the love St. Louis has given him, and the tense series against the Chicago Cubs...

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 20

July 19, 2017 20:30 - 37 minutes - 33.8 MB

Sam flies solo as he discusses the recent trades that went down between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Detroit Tigers that send J.D. Martinez to Arizona with Greg Moore of The Arizona Republic and AZCentral.com. You can follow Greg on twitter as well @WritingMoore. Hear how he loves the philosophy the DBacks are taken on this season and how moving A.J. Pollock might not be the worst thing for the team. Sam also dives into the trade between the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox as the Sox ...

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 19

July 14, 2017 01:00 - 47 minutes - 42.3 MB

Who shined brightest in the MLB Futures Game? What does Dan think of the possible juiced baseballs issue? Who should buy or sell come the trade deadline? Find all that out and more on episode 19 of the Diamond in the Rough Podcast!

Sam's reaction to Quintana trade

July 13, 2017 18:00 - 22 minutes - 19.7 MB

This is the audio from the Facebook LIVE video Sam did on the Diamond in the Rough page. Listen as he reacts to the trade that sent Jose Quintana to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for Eloy Jimenez and Dylan Cease. Sam also answers fan questions as they commented on the live video. Make sure to like us on Facebook, follow us @DiamondPodcast on twitter, or send us an email at [email protected]. More to come...

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 18

June 27, 2017 20:00 - 32 minutes - 29 MB

Gavin Sheets, second round pick of the Chicago White Sox in the 2017 MLB Draft, joins the show to tell the boys about his experience immediately after being drafted, where to grab a good bite to eat in Baltimore and his many baseball adventures. Enjoy! 

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 17

June 23, 2017 20:00 - 38 minutes - 34.2 MB

MLB Draft 2017 is in the books! Sam and Dan react to all of the suprises and fun that came from this year's draft. Who was the biggest steal? What team had the best draft? The worst draft? We've got it all for you on episode 17 of the Diamond in the Rough Podcast. Stay tuned for some big announcements along with future episodes coming out shortly.

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 16

May 19, 2017 19:30 - 29 minutes - 26.3 MB

Sam and Dan begin to talk the MLB Draft as it approaches and who the Minnesota Twins should take with their number one pick. They also answer another fan question. Send in your baseball questions to [email protected].

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 15

May 10, 2017 17:00 - 38 minutes - 34.2 MB

Sam and Dan are back to discuss the recent surge of Cody Bellinger. Afterward, they close out the AL and NL West divisions in their three up, three down segment. Sam wraps up the show by telling Dan the proper way to serve up a fast food meal.

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 14

May 02, 2017 14:30 - 37 minutes - 33.2 MB

Sam and Dan talk about the first month of baseball and what they've seen from certain prospects. Also, Sam spent some time in the play-by-play booth of the Kane County Cougars, he'll tell us about his time calling the games. Enjoy!

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 13

April 05, 2017 17:00 - 37 minutes - 33.7 MB

Sam and Dan start off the show by discussing the Undertaker's retirement from the WWE despite the fact that he has nothing to do with baseball or baseball prospects. Afterward, the boys rejoice at the fact that baseball is back, giving them many topics to touch on in this episode and the future! Enjoy!

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 12

March 29, 2017 03:00 - 39 minutes - 35.4 MB

Sam and Dan discuss the upcoming baseball season by going over a couple predictions, much to Dan's dismay. However, Dan's mood lightens up during the end of the show when the boys spontaneously end the show by talking about their favorite ballpark meals. *Spoiler Alert* Sam isn't all that into bacon.

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 11

March 20, 2017 22:30 - 36 minutes - 32.1 MB

Sam and Dan start off the show in a slight unorthodox matter by briefly discussing March Madness. Afterward they dive back into and bring back a couple original segments. Enjoy the ear candy!  

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 10

March 13, 2017 23:00 - 28 minutes - 24.9 MB

Sam and Dan dig deep into the World Baseball Classic to see if any young players have impressed. The guys also cover the newly released top farm system list by MLB Pipeline. They also answer fan questions sent via email about the Yankees 2017 playoff chances, Cubs propsects, and Paul DeJong's chances of making the opening day roster. Make sure to send us an email at [email protected] to hear your questions answered on the next episode.

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 9

March 06, 2017 15:00 - 37 minutes - 33.8 MB

Dan starts off the show by telling Sam how many trips he’s cancelled in his lifetime. After, things gets interesting when they are joined by Paul DeJong of the St. Louis Cardinals organization. Paul discusses his time in college, progression through the minor league system, Spring Training and more. Enjoy!  

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 8

February 27, 2017 15:00 - 32 minutes - 28.4 MB

Sam and Dan freestyle Episode 8 with a different show lineup than usual. They discuss the new MLB rule, allowing pitchers to signal for an intentional walk as oppossed to tossing up four wide. At the end of the episode, the boys let you know who Episode 9's special guest will be. Rumor has it he's part of the St. Louis Cardinals organization. Enjoy!

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 7

February 22, 2017 06:00 - 39 minutes - 35.4 MB

Sam and Dan talk about the trade between the Braves and Reds which involved two prospect arms and veteran infielder Brandon Phillips. After, they transition into their three up, three down segment to discuss the state of the Oakland A's and Arizona Diamondbacks farm system. Sam closes out the show by reminding Dan about an interesting trade from the past. Enjoy!  

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 6

February 13, 2017 18:30 - 35 minutes - 31.8 MB

Sam and Dan interview Zach Bernard, reporter/host for WBOI 89.1 FM, BP Wrigleyville writer and RO Baseball editor. Zach dives into statistics to look out for when it comes to prospects, the top 100 and much more! Listen in as the three share their thoughts and weigh in on some of the new rules proposed by MLB. Make sure to follow us on twitter (@DiamondPodcast), Facebook (Diamond in the Rough Podcast), or email us at [email protected]. Social media giveaway coming soon so be ...

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 5

February 07, 2017 00:30 - 34 minutes - 30.5 MB

The latest Top 100 Prospects list by MLB Pipeline is out, and the boys will compare their projections to the actually list while talking about some spots that surprised them. Sam and Dan also finish off the central divisions covering the Tigers and Brewers in 3 up, 3 down. Later on they introduce a new segment that focuses on prospect trades off the past. Enjoy!

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 4

January 30, 2017 18:00 - 33 minutes - 29.4 MB

Sam and Dan project who will make the cut in this year's top 5 prospects list by MLB Pipeline.

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 3

January 23, 2017 19:00 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MB

Sam and Dan discuss the recent Mariners trade during the show's Around the Diamond segment. The Minnesota Twins and Pittsburgh Pirates are the teams featuered in the Three Up, Three Down segment.  

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 2

January 23, 2017 18:30 - 55 minutes - 49.5 MB

Dan breaks down the Cleveland Indians farm system while Sam digs into the plethora of diamond in the roughs of the St. Louis Cardinals organization. The boys are joined by Nathan Baliva, voice of the Peoria Chiefs, in the second part of the show.  

Diamond in the Rough Podcast: Episode 1

January 23, 2017 18:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MB

Sam and Dan introduce listeners to their new podcast which focuses on the MLB's top prospects.