Omaha Storm Chasers
616 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsWelcome to the Omaha Storm Chasers podcast channel! Here, you'll find episodes of our podcast, The StormCast, audio highlights from every Storm Chasers game, and a in-season reports on the Kansas City Royals minor league affiliates. The StormCast, presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce, is hosted by play-by-play broadcaster Nick Badders and covers all things Storm Chasers while featuring conversations with past, present, and future Omaha players and coaches, a variety of media members, front office personnel, and more. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts! The Omaha Storm Chasers have been the Triple-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals since 1969 and play their home games at Werner Park in Papillion, Nebraska. For tickets and more information, visit omahastormchasers.com.
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Episodes
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Indianapolis | April 24, 2024
April 25, 2024 13:00 - 4 minutes - 3.47 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 7-4 loss to the Indianapolis Indians at Werner Park on April 24, 2024.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Indianapolis | April 23, 2024
April 24, 2024 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.23 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 7-4 victory over the Indianapolis Indians at Werner Park on April 23, 2024.
Royals Minor League Report (April 21, 2024): Week 2
April 21, 2024 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.47 MBCatch up on all the news, notes, and highlights from around the Kansas City Royals organization from the 2024 season with play-by-play broadcasters Nick Badders (Omaha Storm Chasers), Shawn Murnin (Northwest Arkansas Naturals), Kyle Kercheval (Quad Cities River Bandits), and John Kocsis, Jr. (Columbia Fireflies).
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Gwinnett | April 14, 2024
April 15, 2024 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.71 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 6-1 victory over the Gwinnett Stripers at Werner Park on April 14, 2024.
Royals Minor League Report (April 14, 2024): Week 1
April 14, 2024 15:00 - 5 minutes - 3.73 MBCatch up on all the news, notes, and highlights from around the Kansas City Royals organization from the 2024 season with play-by-play broadcasters Nick Badders (Omaha Storm Chasers), Shawn Murnin (Northwest Arkansas Naturals), Kyle Kercheval (Quad Cities River Bandits), and John Kocsis, Jr. (Columbia Fireflies).
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Gwinnett | April 13, 2024
April 14, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.91 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 13-6 victory over the Gwinnett Stripers at Werner Park on April 13, 2024.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Gwinnett | April 12, 2024
April 13, 2024 12:00 - 4 minutes - 3.05 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 7-6 loss to the Gwinnett Stripers at Werner Park on April 12, 2024.
Pregame Interview: Michael Massey | April 12, 2024
April 12, 2024 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.49 MBINF Michael Massey joins the Pregame Show to talk about his rehab assignment, how he is currently seeing the ball, how excited he is to get back to Kansas City and more!
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Gwinnett | April 11, 2024
April 12, 2024 13:00 - 7 minutes - 5.53 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 18-9 victory over the Gwinnett Stripers at Werner Park on April 11, 2024.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Gwinnett | April 10, 2024
April 11, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.73 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 7-2 victory over the Gwinnett Stripers at Werner Park on April 10, 2024.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Gwinnett | April 9, 2024
April 10, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.41 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 10-3 victory over the Gwinnett Stripers at Werner Park on April 9, 2024.
The StormCast: Ep. 78 - Mike Jirschele
March 29, 2024 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBStorm Chasers baseball is back! Nick Badders sits down with the Omaha Storm Chasers manager Mike Jirschele on The StormCast. They talk about his coaching staff, players on the team to keep your eye on, his offseason working at a furniture store, his son's first year managing in AAA and more! The Omaha Storm Chasers are to begin the 2024 season on March 29th at Werner Park against the Iowa Cubs. The full 2024 schedule can be found here and single-game tickets are now available here. For ti...
The StormCast: Ep. 77 - Houston Korenoski and Katie Scott
February 28, 2024 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBDirector of Promotions and Game Operations Houston Korenoski and Game Operations Coordinator Katie Scott join Nick Badders on The StormCast this week. They talk about what to expect during the 2024 season, what promotions the Storm Chasers will have, specialty jerseys, their favorite parts of the promotional schedule, what they have been doing this offseason & more! For tickets and more information, please visit omahastormchasers.com, call the Werner Park Ticket office at (402) 738-5100, an...
The StormCast: Episode 76 - 2024 Coaching Staff
January 24, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBNick Badders and Nina Sobotka sit down to talk about the 2024 Omaha Storm Chasers coaching staff on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. They talk about Jirsch returning, coaches returning to Omaha and the new faces on the coaching staff. For more information, please visit omahastormchasers.com, call the Werner Park Ticket office at (402) 738-5100, and follow the team on social media. You can follow the team on Twitter @omastormchasers, on Instagram @omahastormc...
The StormCast: Episode 75 - Anne Rogers
January 11, 2024 00:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBNick Badders sat down with Anne Rogers on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. Anne is the Royals Beat Writer for MLB.com. She talks about Storm Chasers that played in both Omaha and Kansas City in 2023, the Royals offseason so far, some names to look out for to make their MLB debuts in 2024, her favorite aspects of the job and favorite road cities to travel to, attending journalism school at Mizzou and more! For more information, please visit omahastormchasers.c...
The StormCast: Episode 74 - Dennis Leonard
December 27, 2023 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBNick Badders sat down with Dennis Leonard during the 4th inning of the broadcast on August 24, 2023 game vs. St. Paul at Werner Park. The StormCast is presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. Dennis talked about the Dennis Leonard Suite at Werner Park, the Triple-A Omaha records he holds, memories from the 1974 Omaha Royals season, changes to the Minor Leagues since he played for the O-Royals and more! For more information, please visit omahastormchasers.com, call the Werner Park...
The StormCast: Episode 73 - Dave Holtzman
December 13, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBNick Badders sat down with Dave Holtzman on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. Dave is the Royals Baseball Information & Communication Strategist. This episode talked about Holtzman's new role with the Royals, growing up in San Diego, interning for Bill James, working in Royals media relations for 10 years, the 2015 World Series, what's ahead next year for the organization and more! For tickets and more information, please visit omahastormchasers.com, call the...
The StormCast: Episode 72 - Justin Huber
November 29, 2023 22:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBNick Badders sat down with Justin Huber on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. Justin was a 2005-2007 Omaha Royal, 20th ever Australian to play in the MLB and the current GM of the Melbourne Aces in the Australian Baseball League. This episode Justin talks about experiencing the College World Series in Omaha, being traded to the Royals, his current role with the Aces, how he got into baseball, playing for Mike Jirschele and more! For tickets and more informati...
The StormCast: Episode 71 - Shawn Murnin
November 08, 2023 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBThis week Nick Badders and Nina Sobotka sat down with Shawn Murnin on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. Shawn is the voice of the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, who are the Double-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. This episode Shawn talked about the Naturals season, him joining the Royals farm system, players we may see in Omaha next year, the pitchers who got called up to Omaha in 2023, the best places he golfed this season, who the worst golfer on the Natu...
The StormCast: Episode 70 - Kyle Kercheval
October 25, 2023 22:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBThis week Nick Badders and Nina Sobotka sat down with Kyle Kercheval on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce . Kyle is the voice of the Quad Cities River Bandits, who are the High-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. This episode Kyle talked about the River Bandits season, preparing for flooding at Modern Woodmen Park, under-the-radar players, his bowling skills and more! For tickets and more information, please visit omahastormchasers.com, call the Werner Park...
The StormCast: Episode 69 - John Kocsis Jr.
October 11, 2023 21:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBThis week Nick Badders and Nina Sobotka sat down with John Kocsis Jr. on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce . John is the Broadcasting/Media Relations Manager for the Columbia Fireflies, who are the Single-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. This episode John talked about Columbia's season, some players fans should keep their eyes on, his book focused on Minor League Baseball, specific promo nights like Area 51 Night and Paw Patrol Night & more! For tickets...
Royals Minor League Report (October 9, 2023): 2023 Season Recap
October 09, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBCatch up on all the news, notes, and highlights from around the Kansas City Royals organization from the 2023 season with play-by-play broadcasters Nicholas Badders (Omaha Storm Chasers), Shawn Murnin (Northwest Arkansas Naturals), Kyle Kercheval (Quad Cities River Bandits), and John Kocsis, Jr. (Columbia Fireflies).
The StormCast: Episode 68 - Second Half Recap
September 27, 2023 18:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBNick Badders sits down to talk about the second half of the season on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. He talks about player call-ups, 2023 promotions, top moments from the second-half and more! For more information, please visit omahastormchasers.com, call the Werner Park Ticket office at (402) 738-5100, and follow the team on social media. You can follow the team on Twitter @omastormchasers, on Instagram @omahastormchasers, and “like” the team on Facebook a...
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Indianapolis | September 17, 2023
September 18, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes - 4.03 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 11-5 victory over the Indianapolis Indians at Werner Park on September 17, 2023.
Royals Minor League Report (September 17, 2023): Week 24
September 17, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBCatch up on all the news, notes, and highlights from around the Kansas City Royals organization from the 2023 season with play-by-play broadcasters Nick Badders (Omaha Storm Chasers), Shawn Murnin (Northwest Arkansas Naturals), Kyle Kercheval (Quad Cities River Bandits), and John Kocsis, Jr. (Columbia Fireflies).
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Indianapolis | September 16, 2023
September 17, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes - 3.52 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 9-2 victory over the Indianapolis Indians at Werner Park on September 16, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Indianapolis | September 15, 2023
September 16, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes - 3.26 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 3-1 loss to the Indianapolis Indians at Werner Park on September 15, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Indianapolis | September 14, 2023
September 15, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes - 3.52 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 4-1 loss to the Indianapolis Indians at Werner Park on September 14, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Indianapolis | September 13, 2023
September 14, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes - 3.09 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 5-4 loss to the Indianapolis Indians at Werner Park on September 13, 2023.
Pregame Interview: José Briceño | September 13, 2023
September 13, 2023 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.66 MBCatcher José Briceño joins the Sarpy County Tourism Pregame Show to talk about how his season is going, taking advantage of every start and opportunity, mentoring the younger guys, fans yelling 'Hip Hip José' and more!
The StormCast: Episode 67 - Devin Mann
September 13, 2023 16:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBNick Badders sits down with INF Devin Mann on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. Devin talks about finding out he was traded, growing up playing travel ball with Clay Dungan in Indiana, playing college ball at Louisville, his hair, playing in Omaha during the College World Series, why he thinks being a utility player is the coolest thing ever, his viral home run from this season and more! The Omaha Storm Chasers will continue taking on the Indianapolis Indians...
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Indianapolis | September 12, 2023
September 13, 2023 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.27 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 10-6 victory over the Indianapolis Indians at Werner Park on September 12, 2023.
Royals Minor League Report (September 10, 2023): Week 23
September 10, 2023 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.42 MBCatch up on all the news, notes, and highlights from around the Kansas City Royals organization from the 2023 season with play-by-play broadcasters Nick Badders (Omaha Storm Chasers), Shawn Murnin (Northwest Arkansas Naturals), Kyle Kercheval (Quad Cities River Bandits), and John Kocsis, Jr. (Columbia Fireflies).
Game Rewind: Omaha at Iowa | September 6, 2023
September 07, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.28 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 11-7 victory over the I-Cubs at Principal Park on September 6, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha at Iowa | September 5, 2023
September 06, 2023 13:00 - 8 minutes - 6.17 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 10-9 victory over the I-Cubs at Principal Park on September 5, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Louisville | September 3, 2023
September 04, 2023 15:00 - 5 minutes - 3.68 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 7-1 victory over the Louisville Bats at Werner Park on September 3, 2023.
Royals Minor League Report (September 3, 2023): Week 22
September 03, 2023 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.78 MBCatch up on all the news, notes, and highlights from around the Kansas City Royals organization from the 2023 season with play-by-play broadcasters Nick Badders (Omaha Storm Chasers), Shawn Murnin (Northwest Arkansas Naturals), Kyle Kercheval (Quad Cities River Bandits), and John Kocsis, Jr. (Columbia Fireflies).
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Louisville | September 2, 2023
September 03, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.28 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 4-2 loss to the Louisville Bats at Werner Park on September 2, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Louisville | September 1, 2023
September 02, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.37 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 12-7 loss to the Louisville Bats at Werner Park on September 1, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Louisville | August 31, 2023
September 01, 2023 14:00 - 5 minutes - 3.94 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 5-4 loss to the Louisville Bats at Werner Park on August 31, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Louisville | August 30, 2023
August 31, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes - 3.51 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 4-2 victory over the St. Paul Saints at Werner Park on August 30, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs Louisville | August 29, 2023
August 30, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.68 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 4-3 victory over the Louisville Bats at Werner Park on August 29, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs St. Paul | August 27, 2023
August 28, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes - 3.43 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 5-3 victory over the St. Paul Saints at Werner Park on August 27, 2023.
Royals Minor League Report (August 27, 2023): Week 21
August 27, 2023 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.44 MBCatch up on all the news, notes, and highlights from around the Kansas City Royals organization from the 2023 season with play-by-play broadcasters Nick Badders (Omaha Storm Chasers), Shawn Murnin (Northwest Arkansas Naturals), Kyle Kercheval (Quad Cities River Bandits), and John Kocsis, Jr. (Columbia Fireflies).
Game Rewind: Omaha vs St. Paul | August 26, 2023
August 27, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes - 4.11 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 7-3 victory over the St. Paul Saints at Werner Park on August 26, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs St. Paul | August 25, 2023
August 26, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.6 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 9-3 loss to the St. Paul Saints at Werner Park on August 25, 2023.
Game Rewind: Omaha vs St. Paul | August 24, 2023
August 25, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.45 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 10-7 loss to the St. Paul Saints at Werner Park on August 24, 2023.
Pregame Interview: Cole Murphy | August 24, 2023
August 24, 2023 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.74 MBOur Nutrition Fellow Cole Murphy joins the Sarpy County Tourism Pregame Show to talk about his day-to-day, how he prepares the guy for the heat, how he plans meals for the players, going to the University of Nebraska and more!
Game Rewind: Omaha vs St. Paul | August 23, 2023
August 24, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.94 MBListen to the highlights from Omaha's 6-4 loss to the St. Paul Saints at Werner Park on August 22, 2023.
The StormCast: Episode 66 -James Stone
August 23, 2023 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBNick Badders sits down with Athletic Trainer James Stone on The StormCast presented by the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. James talks about his responsibilities, growing up wanting to race cars, how much he loves being able to travel to different cities, his favorite ballparks he has been to, why he likes the six-game series, what the 2020 alt sit was like and more! The Omaha Storm Chasers will continue taking on the St. Paul Saints at Werner Park until August 27th. The full 2023 schedul...