Baseball Grind
195 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingEvery 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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Ryan Smith (Angels' Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!
June 02, 2022 08:04 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBRyan Smith was drafted by the Los Angeles Angels, in the 18th round of the 2019 MLB June Amateur Draft out of Princeton University. We talk about his career and how he went through 4 levels of the minors in 1 year! We talk about his minor league experiences and how he is so close to the majors! 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/
Jeremy Wolf (More Than Baseball Co-Founder) Joins the Pod!
May 27, 2022 19:32 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBOn this episode, Jeremy Wolf joins the pod to discuss how his experiences in the Minors led him to start More Than Baseball. They are an organization that is focused on providing support to Minor leaguers all across the game. Check them out at https://www.morethanbaseball.org/
Jared Koenig (A's Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!
May 19, 2022 04:30 - 43 minutes - 100 MBJared Koenig was signed by the Oakland A's out of Indy Ball. We talk about his path from college, Indy Ball, and the minors. Now in Triple-A, Koenig is one step away from making his major league debut!
Jared Koenig, (Pitcher for the A's) Joins the Pod!
May 19, 2022 04:30 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBJared Koenig was signed by the Oakland A's out of Indy Ball. We talk about his path from college, Indy Ball, and the minors. Now in Triple-A, Koenig is one step away from making his major league debut!
Brad Case (Pirates Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!
May 12, 2022 12:23 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBBrad Case was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2018 out of Rollins College. We discuss college ball and his path to getting drafted. We talk minor league ball and his experiences, including broken buses and minor league fights! Check out the podcast and subscribe!
Simon Rosenblum-Larson (Rays Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!
May 05, 2022 10:39 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBOn today's show, I am joined by Simon Rosenblum-Larson, a pitcher in the Tampa Bay Rays organization. Simon was drafted by the Rays back in 2018 from Harvard. We discuss his career and experiences playing in college and his hometown Mallards. We also discuss some issues in the minor leagues and how that led to him founding More than Baseball. Check out the work they are doing or donate at https://www.morethanbaseball.org/ This podcast is sponsored by Durham Inu. They are a blockchain busine...
Aaron Cohn (A's Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!
April 28, 2022 03:06 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode, I am joined by Aaron Cohn, a pitcher in the Oakland A's system. We discuss being coached by Hall of Famer, Wade Boggs, college ball, being signed by Oakland in 2021, and more! This podcast is sponsored by Durham Inu. They are a blockchain business looking to support as many minor leaguers as they can. Visit their website at DurhamInu.com
Nick Heath (Arizona Diamondbacks' Player) Joins the Pod!
April 21, 2022 03:43 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBArizona D-Backs player, Nick Heath, joins the podcast! We talk about college and getting drafted by the Royals, and playing in the Majors with legends such as Salvador Perez, Whit Merrifield, and Alex Gordon. This podcast is sponsored by Durham Inu. They are a blockchain business looking to support as many minor leaguers as they can. Visit their website at DurhamInu.com
Evan Mendoza (Cardinals Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!
April 14, 2022 13:18 - 41 minutes - 38 MBEvan Mendoza was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 11th round of the 2017 Draft from North Carolina State University. Evan and I discuss his career so far, life in the minors, his partnership with Durham Inu, and his own NFT project, The Diamond Dawgs. This podcast is sponsored by Durham Inu. They are a blockchain business looking to support as many minor leaguers as they can. Visit their website at DurhamInu.com
Bryan Hoeing (Marlins Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!
April 07, 2022 14:28 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBThis podcast is sponsored by Durham Inu. They are a blockchain business looking to support as many minor leaguers as they can. Visit their website at DurhamInu.com https://durhaminu.com/
Durham Inu and Their Goal To Support Minor Leaguers
April 04, 2022 03:52 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBOn this episode, I go a different route. I bring on some team members of Durham Inu to explain their mission of supporting minor leaguers. By allowing them to focus on what’s important, Durham is helping to create a more sustainable pathway to success for players and supporting the entire Minor and Major League Baseball ecosystem as a whole. Visit http://DurhamInu.com for the official contract address and UniSwap buy link.
Hayden Cantrelle (Brewers Prospect) Joins the Show!
April 01, 2022 03:17 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBHayden Cantrelle was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 5th round of the 2020 MLB draft. We discuss his journey to pro ball and some lessons he has learned along the way!
Zach Britton (Blue Jays 5th Round Pick), Joins the Show!
March 24, 2022 03:36 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBIn 2020, Zach Britton was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 5th round out of the University of Louisville. He joins me on the pod to discuss his career so far. We talk about how he was an absolute legend in his town, his time in Louisville, the draft, and more! If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider subscribing to the show for more awesome interviews!
Evan Reifert (Rays Minor Leaguer) Joins the Pod!
March 18, 2022 04:13 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBEvan Reifert, a pitcher in the Rays organization, joins the show! We discuss the JUCO grind and getting signed by the Brewers. We also talk about life in the minors and his trade to the Tampa Bay Rays. I'm excited to see what Evan does this season!
Braxton Martinez (Angels Prospect) Joins the Show!
March 11, 2022 05:54 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBSigned by the Angels out of Indy ball, Braxton Martinez tore up the minors last season. We discuss his path from Indy Ball to the Mexican league to pro ball. We talk about the grind of Indy ball and the minors, taking naps in Cracker Barrel, and more! Check it out.
Abner Uribe (Brewers Prospect) Joins the Show!
March 04, 2022 13:29 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBSigned out of the Dominican Republic by the Milwaukee Brewers, Abner Uribe has been one of the top pitching prospects in the Brewers farm system. He along with a few others represented the Brewers in the AFL where he easily touched triple digits with his fast ball. On this episode, I talk to him and a translator to discuss signing with the Brewers, some differences between the Dominican and the States, and more!
Peter Strzelecki (Brewers Prospect)Joins the Show!
February 25, 2022 05:05 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBPeter Strzelecki joins me to discuss his path to the Milwaukee Brewers, his time in the minors, what his goals are for 2022, and more!
Peter Strzelecki (Brewers' pitcher)Joins the Show!
February 25, 2022 05:05 - 40 minutes - 37 MBPeter Strzelecki joins me to discuss his path to the Milwaukee Brewers, his time in the minors, what his goals are for 2022, and more!
Tyler Gillies, (Brewers Prospect)Joins the Show!
February 18, 2022 04:10 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBTyler Gillies is a pitching prospect for the Milwaukee Brewers. After college, he played Indy ball in Canada and never gave up on his MLB dream. Eventually, the Brewers offered Gillies a contract to become a professional baseball player. Cancer threatened to derail his dream, but once again, Tyler is working hard to eventually make his MLB debut.
Brandon Knarr, (Brewers Minor Leaguer) Joins the Show!
February 10, 2022 22:04 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBBrandon Knarr joins me to discuss his path to professional baseball. We discuss how he was unsigned due to covid, and how going to a JUCO school prepared him for life in the minors.
Justin Jarvis, (Brewers' PItching Prospect) Joins the Show!
February 04, 2022 03:35 - 42 minutesJustin Jarvis was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 5th round of the 2018 draft. We talk about throwing a perfect game in high school, getting drafted by Milwaukee at 18 years old, life in the minors, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin Jarvis, (Brewers’ PItching Prospect) Joins the Show!
February 04, 2022 03:35 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBJustin Jarvis was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 5th round of the 2018 draft. We talk about throwing a perfect game in high school, getting drafted by Milwaukee at 18 years old, life in the minors, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick Bennett (Brewers LH Prospect) Joins the Show!
January 28, 2022 04:14 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBNick Bennett, Brewers' left-handed pitching prospect, joins the show. We discuss playing on a loaded Louisville squad, getting drafted in the 5th round by the Brewers, life in the minors, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Anderson Miller (Pro Baseball Player) Joins the Show!
January 21, 2022 06:32 - 49 minutes - 45 MBAnderson Miller, former Royals 3rd Pick, joins the show. We discuss playing college ball, getting drafted by the Royals, Best/Worst ball park experiences, faith, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hobie Harris (Milwaukee Brewers) Joins the Show!
January 14, 2022 04:56 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBHobie Harris, from the Milwaukee Brewers, joins the podcast. We discuss his journey from JUCO to the Milwaukee Brewers. Harris shares stories from his time grinding in JUCO and the minors. We discuss getting traded to the Blue Jays, signing as a free agent with the Brewers, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Johnny Giunta (Officially Unofficial Pod) Joins the Show!
January 10, 2022 06:09 - 52 minutes - 48 MBOfficially Unofficial host, Johnny Giunta joins the show to discuss how he got into baseball and his podcast. Johnny Giunta shares some wild stories from his JUCO days and stories he has been told on his show. We discuss a trade that still haunts me and more! Check out his pod wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Antoine Kelly, (Brewers' #10 Prospect) Joins the Show!
January 07, 2022 04:15 - 34 minutesAntoine Kelly was drafted in the second round by the Milwaukee Brewers. In 2020, he was the #10 prospect and one of their top pitching prospects in the organization. Antoine Kelly dominated in 2020, but injuries kept him from pitching much of 2021. We talk about how he went from playing first base to pitching, which led to him being drafted twice. We also talk about his injury that set him back as well as his plans for 2022. Check out Antoine Kelly play as well as the Milwaukee Brewers. Go t...
Antoine Kelly, (Brewers’ #10 Prospect) Joins the Show!
January 07, 2022 04:15 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBAntoine Kelly was drafted in the second round by the Milwaukee Brewers. In 2020, he was the #10 prospect and one of their top pitching prospects in the organization. Antoine Kelly dominated in 2020, but injuries kept him from pitching much of 2021. We talk about how he went from playing first base to pitching, which led to him being drafted twice. We also talk about his injury that set him back as well as his plans for 2022. Check out Antoine Kelly play as well as the Milwaukee Brewers. Go ...
Brett Lorin, (Former Pro Baseball Player) Joins the Show
January 03, 2022 04:18 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBFormer 5th round pick and professional baseball player, Brett Lorin, joins me to discuss getting drafted, life in the minors, and how he knew it was time to retire from professional sports. Brett went from playing baseball to being a successful business owner and podcaster. Check out his work on the Too Tall Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dario Pizzano, (former Mariners draft pick) joins the show
December 31, 2021 05:19 - 1 hourThis was a fun episode. Dario Pizzano was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in 2012. We discuss the draft, life in the minors, and his transition to independent ball. We also discuss the privilege Dario had to play for team Italy as well as his charity work. Check out the work his charity does for MS. You can learn all about HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dario Pizzano, (Former Mariners draft pick) Joins the Show!
December 31, 2021 05:19 - 1 hourThis was a fun episode. Dario Pizzano was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in 2012. We discuss the draft, life in the minors, and his transition to independent ball. We also discuss the privilege Dario had to play for team Italy as well as his charity work. Check out the work his charity does for MS. You can learn all about HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dario Pizzano, (Pro Baseball Player) Joins the Show!
December 31, 2021 05:19 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBThis was a fun episode. Dario Pizzano was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in 2012. We discuss the draft, life in the minors, and his transition to independent ball. We also discuss the privilege Dario had to play for team Italy as well as his charity work. Check out the work his charity does for MS. You can learn all about HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ian Sagdal, ( Former National's pick) joins the show
December 27, 2021 07:09 - 59 minutesIan Sagdal joins me to discuss his love for baseball and his experience getting drafted by the Washington Nationals. We discuss life in the minors and his experiences in the National's farm system. We also talk about the MLB lockout and end with sharing our stories of how we each proposed. It was a fun conversation. Follow him on social media and support his journey as he continues to push towards making the majors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ian Sagdal, (Pro Baseball Player) Joins the Show!
December 27, 2021 07:09 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIan Sagdal joins me to discuss his love for baseball and his experience getting drafted by the Washington Nationals. We discuss life in the minors and his experiences in the National's farm system. We also talk about the MLB lockout and end with sharing our stories of how we each proposed. It was a fun conversation. Follow him on social media and support his journey as he continues to push towards making the majors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ian Sagdal, ( Former National's Pick) Joins the Show
December 27, 2021 07:09 - 59 minutesIan Sagdal joins me to discuss his love for baseball and his experience getting drafted by the Washington Nationals. We discuss life in the minors and his experiences in the National's farm system. We also talk about the MLB lockout and end with sharing our stories of how we each proposed. It was a fun conversation. Follow him on social media and support his journey as he continues to push towards making the majors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kade McClure (White Sox Organization) joins the show
December 24, 2021 03:06 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBKade McClure, of the Chicago White Sox, joins me to discuss his viral tweet regarding the hardships of the minor leagues. We discuss how the Chicago White Sox drafted him and his journey since that day. We talk about the worst meals he’s had in the minors as well as some other hardships. Kade is a hardworking man who is pushing to make the majors this season. Listen to the full episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Adopt a Minor Leaguer joins the show
December 20, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBMicheal, the founder of Adopt A Minor Leaguer, joins the show. In this episode, we discuss how created a nonprofit organization to assist minor leaguers all across the country. MInor leaguers all over the states play with a common goal in mind. They all want to reach their dream of being a big leaguer someday. Adopt a Minor Leaguer is a nonprofit that gives assistance to these players so that they can focus on their goals. If you want to donate to sponsor a player, visit the website, and lea...
MLB Agent joins the show! - Joseph Guzman
December 17, 2021 13:28 - 43 minutesJoseph Guzman is a national crosschecker & MLB Draft Adviser. He joins the show to discuss his passion for baseball, and his path from former college player to a player advisor and agent. He is a hardworking guy and loves to help young adults reach their goals and dreams of being a big leaguer one day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Joseph Guzman, (MLB Agent) joins the show!
December 17, 2021 13:28 - 43 minutesJoseph Guzman is a national crosschecker & MLB Draft Adviser. He joins the show to discuss his passion for baseball, and his path from former college player to a player advisor and agent. He is a hardworking guy and loves to help young adults reach their goals and dreams of being a big leaguer one day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Joseph Guzman, (MLB Agent) joins the show!
December 17, 2021 13:28 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBJoseph Guzman is a national crosschecker & MLB Draft Adviser. He joins the show to discuss his passion for baseball, and his path from former college player to a player advisor and agent. He is a hardworking guy and loves to help young adults reach their goals and dreams of being a big leaguer one day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Raul Shah Joins the Show!
December 10, 2021 04:37 - 45 minutesI am joined on this episode by Raul Shah, of the Ogden Raptors. Raul has been exceptional in the Pioneer League, winning two championships in the Independent League. A hard worker and a great person to talk to, this episode was extremely fun! Take a listen and consider leaving a review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Raul Shah (Ogden Raptors) Joins the Show!
December 10, 2021 04:37 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBI am joined on this episode by Raul Shah, of the Ogden Raptors. Raul has been exceptional in the Pioneer League, winning two championships in the Independent League. A hard worker and a great person to talk to, this episode was extremely fun! Take a listen and consider leaving a review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brewers' top three Second Basemen!
November 17, 2021 14:23 - 19 minutesBrandon Sneide joins me to discuss the top three first second basemen in Brewers' history. Who is your top three? Leave a comment telling us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Disappointment at Second Base
November 15, 2021 22:30 - 18 minutesI am joined, once again, by Josh Waldoch, to break down some of the worst players in Brewers' history. This time, we are discussing secpnd basemen. Who are the top three most disappointing players to play second base for the Milwaukee Brewers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brewers Top Three First basemen.
November 10, 2021 05:38 - 21 minutesBrandon Sneide joins me to discuss the top three first basemen in Brewers' history. Who is your top three? Leave a comment telling us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brewers First Base Hall of Shame
November 08, 2021 05:05 - 20 minutesI am joined, once again, by Josh Waldoch, to break down some of the worst players in Brewers' history. This time, we are discussing first basemen. Who are the top three in the Brewers' Hall of Shame? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Best Brewers catcher ever??!
November 03, 2021 04:52 - 21 minutesBrandon Sneide joins me to discuss the top three catchers in Brewers' history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brewers Catching Hall of Shame!
November 01, 2021 05:08 - 16 minutesJosh, co-host of Bernie's Beer District and contribute for Reviewing the Brew joins me to discuss the three worst catchers in Brewers history. This is part 1 in a 10 part series reviewing the worst of the worst in Brewers history. We love these players, but maybe, they were not as good as we thought they were. If you found this content enjoyable, please consider subscribing to the podcast. You could also find us on Youtube, where you will find even more unique content. Learn more about your ...
Taking Care of the MINOR (League) things
October 27, 2021 14:08 - 31 minutesMason Hall of the Loaded Bases Podcast joins me to discuss the playoffs and talk about how MLB teams will now be required to take care of their Minor League players. We discuss the hardships of minor leaguers and how this new rule will enable them to be their best selves as players without having to worry about where they will live during the season. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5 STAR review and a comment. That enables more people to see my content and I 100% appreciate it. ...
Taking Care of the MINOR (League) things
October 27, 2021 14:08 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBMason Hall of the Loaded Bases Podcast joins me to discuss the playoffs and talk about how MLB teams will now be required to take care of their Minor League players. We discuss the hardships of minor leaguers and how this new rule will enable them to be their best selves as players without having to worry about where they will live during the season. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5 STAR review and a comment. That enables more people to see my content and I 100% appreciate it. ...