Indy Ball Report
306 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsTwo guys talking about the wacky, exciting, sometimes fantastic, and always talented world of Independent league baseball. Episodes come out weekly.
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Episode 267: Under Development
April 20, 2024 14:30 - 2 hours - 127 MBRecorded- April 17/18, 2024 Uploaded- April 20, 2024 We look at some new developments in Oakland and the development plan in the American Association. A conversation on new LMB rules and some happenings in the state of NJ. Included an interview with NY Boulders head scout Kevin Tuve.
Episode 266: Knock'd Out the Sky
April 13, 2024 14:30 - 2 hours - 126 MBRecorded- April 11, 2024 Uploaded- April 13, 2024 The guys wrap up review season with a look at the Frontier League West and give some thoughts on Hagerstown’s plans for their home opener. Also a quick check in on the state of New England.
Episode 265: Save Me Sacramento
April 06, 2024 14:30 - 2 hours - 144 MBRecorded- April 5, 2024 Uploaded- April 6, 2024 The Ballers have become the only game in town but Yolo has some new competition in their backyard. We look at some new additions on the Oakland staff and review the Frontier League’s East division from last year.
Episode 264: Highway of Highwheels
March 30, 2024 14:30 - 2 hours - 172 MBRecorded- March 28-29, 2024 Uploaded- March 30, 2024 We welcome Yolo Highwheelers manager Billy Horton to the show to discuss his timein Billings and plans for the new franchise. It’s a Pioneer League Review week as well and we look at the ValleyCats staff and give our thoughts.
Episode 263: Silent Night
March 23, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBRecorded- March 21, 2024 Uploaded- March 23, 2024 All quiet on the front this week. A quick look at Winnipeg’s ballpark upgrades and a review of the AAPB West.
Episode 262: Erie Times Ahead
March 16, 2024 19:29 - 2 hours - 174 MBRecorded- March 15, 2024 Uploaded- March 16, 2024 It’s a dog eat dog world, or at least in Chicago it is. We provide another update on the situation in the midwest mecca. Also news of possible expansion in Texas alongside our AAPB East Division review. Nathaniel Ascher of the Lake Erie Crushers joins the show to talk about the team’s analytic efforts. It’s a great lakes special this week!
Episode 261: Sick as a Dog
March 09, 2024 23:09 - 53 minutes - 54.3 MBRecorded- March 9, 2024 Uploaded- March 9, 2024 This is Ryan’s episode as the flu has Nick down worse than Greys vs Quebec. An update on the Dogs situation and a busy week around the Frontier League.
Episode 260: Dirty Water Dogs
March 02, 2024 15:30 - 1 hour - 99.6 MBRecorded- March 1, 2024 Uploaded- March 2, 2024 The Dogs might have found themselves in some hot water with how they run their business. New England has unveiled their logo and we finally get to the ALPB South review.
Episode 259: Gastonia Glow Up
February 24, 2024 15:30 - 1 hour - 117 MBRecorded- February 23, 2024 Uploaded- February 24, 2024 There’s some serious changes coming to coaching staffs including a vet heading out and rookie manager. An international flair is present this week with some tryout news and some stock offseason news. Brady Salisbury joins the show to talk about Gastonia, both future and present.
Episode 258: Burn The Barn Down
February 17, 2024 15:30 - 2 hours - 135 MBRecorded- February 16, 2024 Uploaded- February 17, 2024 There’s some rebrands that got very different receptions that we need to talk about. Oakland is moving to a home across town and Sioux City is handing some big extensions too. Jack Jennings joins the shows to discuss his work building the Dockhounds roster in 2023 and 2024.
Episode 257: Indeed, We Have an Issue
February 10, 2024 15:30 - 1 hour - 121 MBRecorded- February 8, 2024 Uploaded- February 10, 2024 Gastonia has been officially unveiled, we discuss. Indeed there’s more as the Jackals start a manager hunt late in the offseason. We review the ALPB North’s 2023 season.
Episode 256: Old School Cool
February 03, 2024 21:45 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBRecorded- February 2, 2024 Uploaded- February 3, 2024 Gastonia is set to announce their new ALPB team replacing the Honey Hunters and Windy City/New England add some MLB experience. Mike Pinto joins the program to talk Joliet, Southern Illinois, and so much more! Interview starts at 17;27
Episode 255: The Wheel Stays In Motion
January 27, 2024 15:35 - 2 hours - 179 MBRecorded- January 25, 2024 Uploaded- January 27, 2024 The sale of Lexington is complete and wheel give you the details on the newest Pioneer League in Yolo County. The massive coaching carousel spins this week and you’ll get the full details and thoughts on every manager. Referenced Episodes Episode 239 Episode 242-245 Episode 247-249 Episode 254
Episode 254: Daylight Savings Time
January 20, 2024 15:30 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBRecorded- January 18, 2024 Uploaded- January 20, 2024 There’s something going on in Kentucky and we’re looking to get to the bottom of it. Likewise, there’s some major changes coming across the Frontier League and the Pioneer League has an interesting brand roll out.
Episode 253: Places to Go, People to See
January 13, 2024 15:45 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBRecorded- January 12, 2024 Uploaded- January 13, 2024 There’s some expansion fever this week with new markets popping up and old favorites reemerging. There’s also some front office shake ups coming across the Indy Ball landscape. The gang also has an answer for the biggest question in the PBL.
Episode 252: Stadium Resolutions
January 06, 2024 16:30 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBRecorded- January 5, 2024 Uploaded- January 6, 2024 The Indy Ball community lost a titan this week, we speak on Bret Luethner’s passing. Also the Jackals and Ballers have two very unique issues when it comes to getting fans to the ballpark. We look at the B’s issue with the A’s about the O. Co and the Jackals open letter.
Episode 251: Your Questions, Our Answers 5
December 30, 2023 21:48 - 2 hours - 146 MBRecorded- December 29, 2023 Uploaded- December 30, 2023 It’s that time again, the Q/A is back! The tradition, unlike any other, where we take your questions and give you our answers. The 5th annual Q/A episode has everything from ALPB hypotheticals to hot takes.
Episode 250: Crunch the Numbers
December 23, 2023 15:15 - 1 hour - 119 MBRecorded- December 22, 2023 Interview- December 13, 2023 Uploaded- December 23, 2023 Massachusetts is doing some major work on the stadium front and New England has their first commander and chief. Gastonia has more issues coming their way too. We also talk to the founder of FL Savant and analytics leader for the Frontier League Jack Kelly.
Episode 249: Born By The Bay
December 16, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours - 159 MBRecorded- December 14, 2023 Interview- December 13, 2023 Uploaded- December 16, 2023 Tri-City has sent the white smoke up from the ballpark and announced their new manager. New England quickly backtracks on a recent decision. Then we have a conversation with Tyler Petersen, the Assistant General Manager of the Oakland Ballers.
Episode 248: Permanent Separation
December 09, 2023 17:30 - 52 minutes - 61.7 MBRecorded- December 7, 2023 Uploaded- December 9, 2023 The ALPB partnership with MLB looks to have run its course and we’re here to break down the long and complicated history they shared over the last 4 years. New England named a manager and the PBL has a schedule, we discuss.
Episode 247: Grab the Bull by The Ballers
December 02, 2023 21:31 - 1 hour - 112 MBBaseball will remain in Oakland, California! The A’s give way to the B’s as the Pioneer League expands to the Bay Area. We discuss what the birth of the Ballers means for Oakland, the Pioneer League, and Indy Ball as a whole. Also what we think about the Ballers and their brand and what they’ll need to do to be successful. Our thoughts on Baseball United, which just wrapped up their Dubai showcase, and the news from around the Core Four leagues are featured too. Oh and our annual Q/A episode...
Episode 246: The Badger’s Out of the Bag
November 25, 2023 19:07 - 1 hour - 102 MBRecorded- November 24, 2023 Uploaded- November 25, 2023 Just 3 years after they started the Honey Hunters are no more but things are as simple as you might think. The guys break down the situation and try to but the pieces together for the future of baseball in Gas Town and the Atlantic League. We also look north for some more news across Indy Ball.
Episode 245: New Name For England
November 18, 2023 19:59 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBRecorded- November 16, 2023 Uploaded- November 18, 2023 New England has a name and it’s a bowl full. The carousel never ends as more names hop on and off. The guys are also thankful for a few things in Indy Ball.
Episode 244: Cirque du Slammers
November 11, 2023 16:38 - 1 hour - 93.5 MBRecorded- November 9, 2023 Uploaded- November 11, 2023 We have some major movement in the coaching scene, some foreseen and some surprising. Joliet has a new set of owners and you might recognize them. The AAPB has a schedule and a host for the All Star Game.
Episode 243: You ChowdaHeads
November 04, 2023 17:31 - 1 hour - 113 MBRecorded- November 2, 2023 Uploaded- November 4, 2023 ALPB disbursed the players from Spire City and that leaves some questions. The coaching carousel has someone new jump on and an old face finds a landing spot. Tri-City settles their lawsuit against MLB and the Astros and we have name finalists for the New England team. Also Ryan narrows down his choice for a hockey team.
Episode 242: United We Stand
October 28, 2023 16:37 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBRecorded- October 26, 2023 Uploaded- October 28, 2023 We have a bunch of hirings in the Frontier and Pioneer Leagues and the Baseball United draft was very kind in independent league talent. The guys give their big question for the offseason and Ryan starts to pick a hockey team.
Episode 241: For the Culture
October 21, 2023 16:54 - 54 minutes - 62.1 MBRecorded- October 20, 2023 Uploaded- October 21, 2023 While short for the guys still deliver their thoughts on the ALPB schedule and the Jackals new GM. That and try to make it clear who Ryan is.
Episode 240: Scheduled Departure
October 14, 2023 16:11 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBRecorded- October 13, 2023 Uploaded- October 14, 2023 Big changes continue among Indy Ball managers and this time it hits the Frontier League. Sioux City may have found a home and Lexington is in hot water again. This and more on the latest edition of the Indy Ball Report Podcast.
Episode 239: Barn Burning Finish
October 07, 2023 16:53 - 1 hour - 83.8 MBRecorded- October 5, 2023 Uploaded- October 7, 2023 The end of the 2023 season has reached us. The guys look at the ALPB championship series and the conclusion of the Champions Baseball League. Also some end of year awards and more changes in dugouts from Islip to Billings.
Episode 238: Rox the House
September 30, 2023 18:18 - 2 hours - 140 MBRecorded- September 28, 2023 Uploaded- September 30, 2023 So there was some news this week. The Frontier League expanded and a member of the ALPB won’t be back in 2024. There’s also some movement among the manager ranks with the Indy Ball season nearly over. We have playoff updates too with another champion crowned and the last one nearing the end. Also there’s action south of the border with the Champions Baseball League this weekend. So much in so little time.
Episode 237: Live On Location
September 23, 2023 13:45 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBRecorded- September 20, 2023 Uploaded- September 23, 2023 Ryan is live on location in Lancaster as we record midweek. We take a look at the 2 league champions and the last 3 remaining playoff series too. Not to mention some news from the ALPB. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the Kansas City Monarchs game 4 victory. Their championship will be discussed next week.
Episode 236: Fundamentally Unsound
September 16, 2023 17:36 - 2 hours - 150 MBRecorded- September 15, 2023 Uploaded- September 16, 2023 A massive expansion and realignment blast coming at you this week on the Indy Ball Report. We breakdown the shifting ALPB landscape and where teams could be going as well as what the Frontier League will look like 2024. The AAPB is also looking to Tennessee for their next landing spot. Then a full playoff debrief for the AAPB, Frontier, and Pioneer as well as a look at the ALPB’s playoff picture.
Episode 235: Tomorrow Not Guaranteed
September 09, 2023 16:11 - 2 hours - 182 MBRecorded- September 7, 2023 Uploaded- September 9, 2023 It’s time for the playoffs! Nick and Ryan look at the wild card matchups in the Frontier League and the opening round matchups in the American Association. They also give some incite into the playoff picture for the Pioneer and Atlantic Leagues. Also more developments on the situation in Gastonia and realignment across the Indy Ball landscape. Oh and there’s end of year awards too. So much to unpack this week of the Indy Ball Report.
Episode 234: Fight to the Finish
September 02, 2023 14:25 - 1 hour - 128 MBRecorded- September 1, 2023 Uploaded- September 2, 2023 We have a title fight between the Boulders, ValleyCats, and Frontier League umpires this week. The undercard features some good match ups too like the Vibes new GM, a king sized series preview, and look at who’s on the outside looking in at the playoff in a couple of leagues. Step into the ring for another edition of the Indy Ball Report Podcast.
Episode 233: Ingredients For Success
August 26, 2023 17:08 - 2 hours - 139 MBRecorded- August 25, 2023 Uploaded- August 26, 2023 We look at the big news dropping from Sioux City and some spilled milk in Milwaukee before previewing a major matchup in the AAPB. Also a new game gets debuted.
Episode 232: Swiping Season
August 19, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBRecorded- August 17, 2023 Uploaded- August 19, 2023 Steals are up and we’re down to talk about it. There’s also a major series brewing in the Atlantic League that we’re previewing.
Episode 231: The Wheel Keeps On Turning
August 12, 2023 13:15 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBRecorded- August 10, 2023 Uploaded- August 12, 2023 The guys discuss the playoff picture across the core four indy leagues and who’s playing days will extend past labor day weekend. A quick Gastonia update and then the wheel is introduced.
Episode 230: 90 Minutes to Meltdown
August 05, 2023 14:07 - 1 hour - 111 MBRecorded- August 3, 2023 Uploaded- August 5, 2023 The boys are back to bring you an update on the Gastonia situation and the confrontation in Spire City. There’s also some very encouraging news about the Valleycats future and we get back to talking about baseball again. That includes a deep dive into the Frontier League’s playoff picture.
Episode 229: Hunting for Hope
July 29, 2023 17:56 - 1 hour - 121 MBRecorded- July 28, 2023 Uploaded- July 29, 2023 Major news from the Atlantic League with Gastonia facing serious financial issues and York’s field getting vandalized. Also their All-Star team is announced. The AAPB announced another partnership and a key piece to the ValleyCats bullpen heads out the door for unknown reasons. A lot is happening on this all news edition of the Indy Ball Report Podcast.
Episode 228: Trough of Knowledge
July 22, 2023 13:25 - 1 hour - 128 MBRecorded- July 19, 2023 Uploaded- July 22, 2023 The Frontier League needs a new president, the AAPB has new members of their hall of fame, and we hit a surprising amount of pig talk. There’s also a review of every Indy Ball team’s first half. If that doesn’t get you, nothing will
Episode 227: It’s as Simple as 1, 2, 3
July 15, 2023 13:07 - 1 hour - 137 MBRecorded- July 13, 2023 Uploaded- July 15, 2023 There’s a lot of meat on this bone. The guys look at the rough state of the Jackals off the field and what can be done about it. On the flipside, the AAPB is playing with the big dogs now. There’s the first half of the year to tidy up and more of the usual attics from the Indy Ball Report this week.
Episode 226: Indy Vibes Report
July 08, 2023 15:46 - 1 hour - 122 MBRecorded- July 7, 2023 Uploaded- July 8, 2023 It’s all star mania this week. The Frontier League and American Association announced their all star rosters and the Atlantic league wrapped up their first half. Also the Pioneer League has a new commish.
Episode 225: Ain’t Nothin But A Ghost Hound
July 01, 2023 15:58 - 1 hour - 106 MBRecorded- June 30, 2023 Uploaded- July 1, 2023 In honor of Frederick’s new name and out of our deep respect for Elvis country fans we name this one after you. We also head out west for our series of the week and talk about the predictions from last week and this week. Not to mention hot & not and contract purchases. Also Ryan refuses to move out and has taken up a long term residence on the show.
Episode 224: A Titanic Conversation
June 24, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 118 MBRecorded- June 23, 2023 Uploaded- June 24, 2023 Ryan tags back in this week to help cover our series of the week. We also have news on the Frontier League Hall of Fame, some new team names, and a record setting accomplishment. Also props, predictions, contract purchases, and much more.
Episode 223: Solo Jam X
June 17, 2023 13:49 - 47 minutes - 39.2 MBRecorded- June 16, 2023 Uploaded- June 17, 2023 A trial run on the new format starts this week and we run through the ranking, series, previews, and so much more.
Episode 222: Solo Jam IX
June 10, 2023 17:32 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBRecorded- June 9, 2023 Uploaded- June 10, 2023 Nick is on his own this week but there was a lot of action to keep him company. Owlz struggle to do laundry, Gastonia overheats, and the division races are taking shape.
Episode 221: The Brave Unknown
June 03, 2023 15:25 - 1 hour - 111 MBRecorded- June 1, 2023 Uploaded- June 3, 2023 It’s the start of a new era on the Indy Ball Report and it begins with a familiar face as Ryan from Indy Ball Nation joins the show to break down the past week in Indy Ball and get into some chicanery.
Episode 220: Last Licks
May 27, 2023 15:55 - 1 hour - 97 MBEvery league is in action now and we have to talk about it! Atlantic League is beginning to separate into contenders and pretenders, Frontier League is full of parody to start the year, American Association has surprises left and right, and the Pioneer League has shot the lights out after only a few games. Also a monumental announcement at the very end of this week’s episode. Recorded- May 26, 2023 Uploaded- May 27, 2023
Episode 219: Great Expectations, New Frontier
May 20, 2023 16:35 - 2 hours - 142 MBRecorded- May 19, 2023 Uploaded- May 20, 2023 The penultimate preview has dropped! The guys look at the Frontier League ahead of the 2023 season and look at the AAPB’s host city for the 2023 All Star Game. Also, ALPB discussion on Frederick's resurgence, High Point’s dominance, and a dogfight in the north. Also a look at AAPB action after week 1.
Episode 218: American Tradition
May 13, 2023 15:42 - 1 hour - 111 MBRecorded- May 12, 2023 Uploaded- May 13, 2023 The second preview has dropped! The guys look at the American Association ahead of the 2023 season and break down some new partnerships around Indy Ball. Also, ALPB discussion on Lexington’s sustainability, southern dominance, and chaos in the north.