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Baseball Grind

195 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Every baseball player has a story. On this electric podcast, Francisco is joined by guests to discuss their baseball journey.  We go beyond the stats and numbers as we get to know each guest. We discuss the baseball grind from crazy minor league stories to private jets in the SHOW! Please subscribe and leave a review!

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Episodes

Karson Milbrandt, Marlins top 30 prospect, joins the pod!

August 11, 2023 08:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

Karson Milbrandt is the #12 prospect in Marlins Org. We talk about being a two sport athlete in high school, turning down college offers to play for the Marlins, favorite baseball movies, and so much more!

Tyler Woessner, Brewers prospect

August 03, 2023 07:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

In this episode, I am joined by Tyler Woessner, a pitcher in the Brewers Organization! Tyler Woessner was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 6th round our of Central Arizona. We discuss his journey to pro ball, winning two national championships, draft day, minor league experiences, and much more!

Patrick Wicklander (Rays Prospect) Joins The Pod!

June 16, 2023 07:25 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MB

On this episode, we are joined by Patrick Wicklander. He is a former Razorback and current pitcher in the Rays, org. We talk about the Bay Area, where Francisco and Wicklander both grew up. We talk college ball, SEC baseball, minor leagues, signing a Croc?? and much more!

Colby White, Rays top 30 Prospect, Joins the Pod!

May 25, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MB

On this episode, Lane and Francisco are joined by the #27 ranked prospect in the Rays organization, Colby White. Colby was drafted by the Rays in the 6th round out of Mississippi State. We discuss his rehab process, his time at JUCO and Mississippi State. his time in the minors, daily trips to Crumbl cookies, and much more!!

Davis Bradshaw, Marlins prospect, Joins the pod!

May 11, 2023 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

In this episode, Lane and Francisco are joined by one of the hottest bats in all of the Marlins system! Davis Bradshaw joins the pod and we talk about his journey from JUCO to getting drafted by the Miami Marlins. We talk about minor league travel, favorite travel snacks, advice on staying mentally tough, and so much more!!!

Cameron Wagoner, live from Appleton!

May 04, 2023 07:04 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

In this episode, I am once again joined by Cam Wagoner! I was able to head to Appleton Wisconsin and sit down the with Brewers prospect for a fun conversation about pitching, golf, Mario Kart, proposals, and so much more! If you enjoyed the podcast, please consider subscribing!

Bryan Hoeing, Marlins pitcher, Joins the Pod!

April 20, 2023 07:36 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Bryan Hoeing joins the pod again to talk about his making his major league debut with the Miami Marlins! We discuss college moments, life in the show, the toughest a bats, and much much more!!!

Zach Kokoska, Rockies prospect. joins the Pod!

April 03, 2023 17:05 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

In this episode, I am joined by Rockies prospect, Zach Kokoska! Zach was drafted in the 10th round out of Kansas State. We talk about creating baseball content as a player, awesome college memories, minor league stories, and much more!!

Collin Wiles, Joins the Pod!

March 27, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MB

In this episode, Francisco and Lane are joined by Collin Wiles. Collin made his major league debut with the Oakland Athletics last season! We discuss his recent injury and how he is staying positive. We talk about getting drafted in the first round by the Ranger, making his debut, and a ton more!

Kody Funderburk, Twins Prospect, Joins the Pod!

March 23, 2023 06:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

In this episode, Kody Funderburk, joins the pod! The Minnesota Twins drafted Kody in 2018 from Dallas Baptist. We talk about the WBC, JUCO boxing matches, transferring to Dallas Baptist, crappy minor league food, and so much more!!

Aidan Maldonado, Brewers 2022 Draft Pick, Joins the Pod!

March 16, 2023 07:30 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

In this episode, I am joined by Brewers 2022 draft pick, Aidan Maldonado. We discuss being a top recruit in Minnesota, getting drafted twice by the Brewers, how he almost quit baseball, and so much more!!

Geoff Hartlieb, Marlins reliever, Joins the Pod!

March 09, 2023 07:36 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

In this episode, I am joined by Marlins relief pitcher, Geoff Hartlieb. We talk about his interesting story from basketball player to pro baseball player! We discuss his debut with the Pirates and his experiences in the majors! Geoff has an awesome story and I am excited to share it!

Colton Gordon, Astros top 30 prospect, Joins the Pod!

March 01, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

In this episode, I am joined by the 24th-ranked prospect in the Houston Astros system! We discuss his journey from college to getting drafted in the 8th round! We talk JUCO stories, rehabbing, mental toughness, Minor league fans, and so much more!

Logun Clark, Guardians Prospect, Joins the Pod!

February 23, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

In this episode, Cleveland Guardians prospect, Logun Clark, joins me. We discuss getting drafted by the Guardians out of High-school and his draft day experience. We talk about being mentally grounded, a good agent's importance, faith, and more!

Cameron Wagoner, Brewers Prospect, Joins the Pod!

February 16, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

I am joined by Brewers 2022 draft pick, Cameron Wagoner, in this episode. Cameron was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers out of Eastern Michigan and has been off to a fantastic start. We talk about his time in Australia, lessons he learned there, minor league so far, and much more!

Anj Bourgeois, Baseball Content creator, Joins the pod!

February 09, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MB

In this episode, I am joined by Anj Bourgeois, creator of Catching Made Simple. We talk about his journey from baseball to content creating. We talk about life, faith, and much much more!

Nate Peterson, Brewers prospect, Joins the Pod!

February 02, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

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Josh Zamora, Marlins prospect, Joins the Pod!

January 26, 2023 08:26 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

In this episode. I am joined by Marlins prospect, Josh Zamora! The Marlins signed Josh in as a free agent in 2022. We discuss his path from dominating at Nevada to pro ball.

Jared Koenig is back on the pod!

January 19, 2023 08:30 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

In this episode, I am once again joined by my guy, Jared Koenig. We discuss his major league debut, Travel in the show, some of the toughest batters he faced, rowdiest fans, and so much more!

Lucas Gilbreath, Rockies Reliever, Joins the Pod!

January 12, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB

On this episode, I am joined by Rockies reliever, Lucas Gilbreath. We talk about his journey to the majors, creating content, the Coors effect, the craziest fans, and so much more! Subscribe and leave a comment!

Malik Barrington, Twins Prospect, Joins the Pod!

January 05, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Je'Von Ward, Brewers Prospect, Joins the Pod!

December 29, 2022 08:30 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

In this episode, I am joined by Brewers prospect, Je'Von Ward. We talk about playing with fellow Brewers prospect, Garrett Mitchell in high school, signing with the Brewers, playing in the Fall League, and so much more!

Theo Denlinger, White Sox Prospect, Joins the Pod!

December 22, 2022 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

Theo Denlinger is a professional baseball and blacksmith! I was able to visit him at his house and forge and chat with him. He was drafted in the 7th round by the Chicago White Sox and has quickly advanced in the minors. If you like the podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving a comment! Also, watch the full interview on youtube and the "day in the life" vlog!

Zach McCambley - Marlins prospect, joins the pod!

December 15, 2022 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

On this episode, I am joined by Zach McCambley, a pitcher in the Marlins org. Zach was drafted by Miami out of Coastal Carolina in the third round! We talk about his time at Coastal, playing in the Marlins org, finding roaches in his hotel!! and so much more.

Cole Newell (CNpitching) joins the pod!!

December 08, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

On this episode, I am joined by Cole Newell of CN Pitching. We talk about the work he does with pro and high school pitchers. We also discuss what makes Devin Williams so nasty and some minor leaguers he is excited to watch. Plus so much more!!

Tyler Osik (White Sox Prospect) Joins the Pod!

December 01, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

On this episode, I am joined by Tyer Osik, a prospect in the White Sox Organization. We talk about how he learned how to hit from his dad, a pro player for 10 years. He tells a funny story about getting his first dip at the age of 5!! We discuss playing for one of the greatest JUCOs ever, and much more!!

Cam Robinson, Brewers reliever, Joins the Pod!

November 17, 2022 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MB

On this episode, I am joined by Brewers reliever, Cam Robinson. We talk about being named the top reliever in the Midwest League, being a top reliever in the Brewers' org, becoming a shutdown closer, throwing parties in the minors, and much more! This episode is sponsored by Seatgeek.com Use promo code - BASEBALLGRIND to get $20 off any eligible purchase over $50.

Logan Workman, Rays prospect, Joins the Pod!

November 10, 2022 08:01 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MB

Logan Workman was drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 7th round out of Lee University. We talk about almost signing with the Yankees, shoving in college, playing for the Savanah Bananas, and much more!

Jonathan Sprinkle, Astros prospect, Joins the Pod!

November 03, 2022 04:20 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MB

On this episode, I am joined by Jonathan Sprinkle, a pitcher in the Astros org. We talk about pitching in the Arizona Fall League and his injury that cut his time in Arizona short. We talk about how to stay mentally strong during hard times in baseball. We also discuss pitching in the minors and getting DMs from a nice grandma! Subscribe and leave a review!

Antonio Menendez (Rays prospect) Joins the Pod!

October 27, 2022 12:10 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

Menendez was drafted by the Rays in 2021. He talks about how he went from 0-35 college offers in one week and how he ended up at Wake Forest. He talks about how his warmup routine got him to go viral in college, how he was the "Draymond Green" of college, and much more!

Cody Mincey ( Marlins Prospect) Joins the Pod!

October 20, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MB

On this episode, Cody Mincey, joins the pod! We talk about his path to signing with the Marlins. The intensity of JUCO and making it to two College world series with Spartanburg Methodist College. We talk about playing all over the world, eating Iguanas, and much more!

Slade Heathcott, Co founder of More Than Baseball, joins the pod!

October 17, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

On this episode, Slade Heathcott, a 1st round pick of the Yankees in 2009, joins the podcast. We talk about playing baseball and football in Texas. Founding More Than Baseball, saving baseball, and more!

RJ Dabovich, Giants top 30 prospect, joins the pod!

October 13, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MB

On this episode, RJ Dabovich, a top 30 prospect in the Giants organization joins me! We talk about hitting 100 MPH for the first time, JUCO stories, Pitching for Arizona State, and much more!

Dan Sarmiento Interview! We talk about creating baseball content!

October 06, 2022 05:29 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

Baseball player and content creator, Dan Sarmiento, joins me to discuss moving to California, focusing 100% on content creating, creating a network for young creators, and so much more! This was such a fun conversation! Like and subscribe!

Jake Fishman, Marlins reliever, Joins the Pod!

September 29, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

On this Episode, Marlins rookie reliever, Jake Fishman joins the pod! We talk about making his debut against the Mets and Lindor, his journey from being a 30th-round pick to making his debut, striking out 18 batters in a game, and much more!

M.D. Johnson, Marlins top 30 prospect, Joins the Pod!

September 22, 2022 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

M.D. Johnson comes on the pod. We talk about the crazy talent in Texas, striking out Patrick Mahomes in high school, dominating against Texas Tech, Minor league stories, and much more!

Dominic Pipkin (Phillies Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!

September 15, 2022 07:30 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MB

On this episode, Phillies' 9th-round pick and my guy, Dom Pipkin, joins the pod! We talk about dominating in high school, being a Cali kid in Jersey Shore, getting drafted in the 9th round, the unionization of the minor leaguers, and much more!

Tyler Zuber, Royals' Reliever, Joins the Pod!

September 08, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Former Arkansas State University pitcher, and current Royals reliever, Tyler Zuber joins the pod! We talk about rehabbing in Arizona, making his major league debut, pitching against Miguel Cabrera, roughest fans to face, and more!

Troy Johnston, Marlins top 30 Prospect, Joins the Pod!

September 01, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Troy Johnston, a top 30 prospect in the Marlins organization, joins the pod! We chat about being a top 30 prospect, putting up video game numbers in High School, Being a country boy in Seattle, Playing for Gonzaga, and more!!

Antoine Kelly, Rangers prospect, Joins the Pod!

August 25, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MB

On the 50th Episode, My guy and Rangers prospect, Antoine Kelly joins the pod! We discuss getting traded to the Rangers, facing top prospects in the Future's Game, going undefeated in college, and much more!

Kyle Whitten (Rays Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!

August 18, 2022 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

Kyle Whitten, a prospect in the Rays organization, joins the pod! We discuss playing for one of the best little league teams ever, Pitching in the College world series, Getting chirped at by fans, life in the minors, and much more!

Luke Berryhill, Astros top 30 Prospect, Joins the Pod!

August 11, 2022 07:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MB

On this podcast, Former Gamecock and current Astros top 30 prospect, Luke Berryhill, joins the pod! We discuss being the Astros minor league player of the year, playing JUCO ball. playing for South Carolina, being a country singer, and much more!

Austin Vernon (Rays Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!

August 04, 2022 07:30 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

On this Episode, Austin Vernon, a Rays top 30 prospect, joins the pod! We talk about being part of 3 no-hitters, Getting Hyped up for games, Minor league experiences, and much more!!

Paxton Schultz (Blue Jays Prospect), Joins the Show!

July 28, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

Jays' prospect, Paxton Schultz, joins the podcast! We talk about getting traded from the Brewers to the Jays, Playing in Australia, the minor league grind, crazy things fans do for autographs, and much more!

Trey Cabbage, (Angels' Prospect) Joins the Pod!

July 21, 2022 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

On this episode, I have Angels' prospect, Trey Cabbage, on the pod! We discuss his career from Highschool to getting drafted by the Twins. We discuss the importance of his faith, minor league experiences, autograph chasers, and more!

David Griffin (Mets Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!

July 14, 2022 09:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

David Griffin was not drafted out of college. Instead of giving up on his baseball dreams, he grinded in Indy Ball, where he was picked up by the New York Mets. Now, he has played as high as AAA. We discuss his path from Indy ball to the Minors, meeting Max Scherzer, minor league life, and more!

Tyler Mitzel, (Marlins prospect) joins the Pod!

July 01, 2022 16:50 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

On this episode, I am joined by Tyler Mitzel. We talk about winning state in high school, crazy JUCO stories, signing with the Marlins, crazy pregame rituals, and more! This podcast is part of More Than Baseball. Check them out at https://www.morethanbaseball.org/

Leo Seminati, Pro Baseball Player, Joins the Pod!

June 23, 2022 08:30 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

The Cincinnati Reds signed Leonardo Seminati from Italy back in 2017. We talk about growing up in Italy and how he started playing baseball. Leo talks about signing with the Reds, his time in the minors, and how he was suddenly cut from the team. We end with talking about an article he wrote for "More Than Baseball" discussing how the Reds suddenly cut him and the struggles minor leaguers have. Leo and More Than Baseball are working to better the lives of minor leaguers all over baseball. ...

Stephen Villines, (Rangers Prospect) joins the pod!

June 16, 2022 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MB

Stephen Villines was drafted by the New York Mets in the 10th round back in 2017. He played for the University of Kansas and broke a few records while he was there. We talk about his experiences in college and the minors. We talk about getting traded to the Mets and more!

Andrew Gross (Rays Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!

June 09, 2022 10:30 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

The Tampa Bay Rays drafted Andrew Gross in the 39th round of the 2019 MLB June Amateur Draft out of the University of Texas. He joins the pod to discuss his time in JUCO and the crazy drills they did. We also talk about getting drafted by Tampa Bay and his experiences in the Minors. This podcast is part of the More Than Baseball Organization. They are working hard to improve the lives of minor leaguers all across the game. Check them out at https://www.morethanbaseball.org/

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