Best PECO Podcasts (2024)

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We're joined by Trinidad Triggers 1B Peter Bocchino 46:31

1h ago46:31

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Send us a Text Message. Our latest edition features Trinidad Triggers 1B Peter Bocchino. Peter gives us some great insight to the grind of minor league life, both on and off the field. And he relates a story or two about errant horses, diamondbacks and tarantulas, too! We wish him luck in the Pecos League Playoffs! Pecos League SABR Evan Katz Bruce…

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Episode 282: Into the Bay 1:32:22

5h ago1:32:22

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Oakland remains in the news as their firing of Micah Franklin shook up more than just the clubhouse. Lots of streaks and slumps across the board right now, we discuss what this could mean for the playoff races across the big 4 leagues.By Nick Firestone

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Jade Nickol 38:18

4h ago38:18

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Jade Nickol was kind enough to stop by the whiskey locker to give us the inside scoop on what's happening in her world. Jade is an amazing artist with a powerhouse voice. We hope you'll check her out!By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Episode 281: Big Ball Move 1:31:30

2h ago1:31:30

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It's time to talk about the problem kids again as we have some concerns in the Frontier and Pioneer Leagues. Also, the July mid report is on tap this week.By Nick Firestone

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Bonus Episode: Truth, Tall Tales & Tone "Fender Pink Paisley" 10:36

5h ago10:36

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For our first instalment of Truth, Tall Tales & Tone, Matt and Brandon discuss the history of the Fender pink paisley. This one is for the gear nerds!By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Bonus Episode: Money Talks 41:46

3h ago41:46

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Show Staff Host- Nick Firestone, Ryan Schwinn Producer- Nick Firestone Video/Audio Editor- Nick Firestone Written Content Editor- Nick Firestone Head of Video/Audio Content- Nick Firestone Head of Social Media and Web Content- Nick Firestone RUNDOWN Intro- 0;00-02;21 Nerd Talk- 02;21-40;30 Outro- 40;30-END Music Credits Intro & Outro- Hooky with Sl…

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North Platte 80s Play by Play Broadcaster Harmon Johnsen joins us this week! 46:38

3d ago46:38

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Send us a Text Message. Our guest this week is North Platte 80s PBP broadcaster Harmon Johnsen. He details for us what it's like to be an official scorer for the league, not to mention what it takes to give a quality broadcast of his team's games at pecosleague.tv. You'll get some insight on how baseball has become a family affair for him. It's jus…

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Episode 280: Ah, Nuts! 1:09:00

9h ago1:09:00

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The guys take aim at an exciting new market that might be on the Pioneer League's radar and get into the weeds on league operations. The perfect episode for all the Indy Ball nerds out there!By Nick Firestone

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Roswell Invaders pitcher Kobe Head Joins Us This Week! 33:18

3h ago33:18

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Send us a Text Message. This week, we chat with Kobe Head, Roswell pitcher. He talks about his journey to the Pecos League, the level of competition within the league and how his experience catapulted him to the Mahoning Valley Scrappers of the MLB Draft League. Join us for another fun look inside Baseball's Entry Level! Pecos League SABR Evan Katz…

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Episode 279: Calling All Stars 1:19:25

3d ago1:19:25

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Recorded- July 10, 2024 Uploaded- July 13, 2024 A pair of beach bums take to the mic to discuss some all star teams and all star games in general. Also, what’s happening to Lexington?By Nick Firestone

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3 12 Stacks 3:14:01

24d ago3:14:01

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How we got sued and much more!By tgippod

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Austin Weirdos OF Alex Westman Joins Us! 27:43

5d ago27:43

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Send us a Text Message. We had a wide ranging conversation with Alex Westman of the Austin Weirdos today. His background and insight in the league is long and deep, having played 106 games in the Pecos League with 4 different teams. Alex has great insight on bats, too. Hear his comments about his favorite bat company and why he loves them. He'll gi…

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Episode 278: Grading on the Curve 1:42:00

8d ago1:42:00

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Recorded- July 4, 2024 Uploaded- July 6, 2024 We’ve made it to the halfway mark in the season and that means we’re taking stock of the season so far. We hand out grades this week.By Nick Firestone

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North Platte 80s 2B Jerry Liang Joins Us! 38:30

1M ago38:30

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Send us a Text Message. Listen in as Jerry regales our listeners with stories from his time in Roswell and North Platte so far this year. Jerry goes about the game and on field experience in a unique way so listen in for his thoughts on his in game presence. His comments will give any listener a lot to think about. And just as we were wrapping it u…

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Episode 277: There's Always Tomorrow 1:41:26

1M ago1:41:26

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Recorded- June 27, 2024 Uploaded- June 29, 2024 It's that time of the month, Beat the Mid! We look across the landscape to see who has beat the mid allegation in June. Also a visa discussion.By Nick Firestone

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Corina Grove 41:32

29d ago41:32

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Corina Grove stopped by the whiskey locker with her guitar player, Michael Smith, to talk about all that they have going on in their camp. Corina is an exceptional singer/songwriter, so we think you'll dig this episode!By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Roswell Invaders Host Family and Super Fans George & Patty Swenson Join Us! 33:58

20d ago33:58

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Send us a Text Message. Evan and I had the pleasure of chatting with George & Patty Swenson this week. George and Patty are two of Roswell's biggest fans and have been hosting players for many years. They've got some great stories about their experiences in baseball, not to mention their years acting as General Manager for the club. Join us as we c…

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Episode 276: Cat's Got Your Goldeye 2:08:52

24d ago2:08:52

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Recorded- June 20, 2024 Uploaded- June 22, 2024 We take a long look at the Railcats organization with help from Kyle Svetich (Railcats Talk) and the golden week ends in Winnipeg. A long look at the Frontier League East included as well.By Nick Firestone

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Bonus Episode: Therapy On Rails 38:46

27d ago38:46

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Kyle (Railcats Talk Podcast) joins the show o talk about the Gary walk-a-thin and the state of the RailcatsBy Nick Firestone

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North Platte 80s Head Coach Todd Everleth Joins Us 37:53

27d ago37:53

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Send us a Text Message. Our latest episode discusses putting a team in baseball's entry level together in a matter of days. Todd Everleth is the head coach of the expansion North Platte 80s. Listen to his experiences in constructing a Pecos League ballclub for this year, his thoughts on how he runs his club and more. This was a great conversation a…

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Episode 275: Yellowcard on the Crown 2:17:00

1M ago2:17:00

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There's a foul on the field in the Association and some wild performances across all the leagues. Stay tuned until the end for some catty conversation.By Nick Firestone

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Episode 274: Let the Games Begin 1:51:10

1M ago1:51:10

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Recorded- June 6, 2024 Uploaded- June 8, 2024 After weeks of hype, Ballers opening day is here! We give our thoughts on how it went plus a look around the core four. We also play find the fraud.By Nick Firestone

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Maddox Batson 29:03

2M ago29:03

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Maddox Batson stopped by the whiskey locker a little while back to give us a rundown of all that he has going on. Maddox is quite the up-and-comer, so be on the lookout for this fella.By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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First Week of Games Are In, But What About Evan? 34:36

1M ago34:36

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Send us a Text Message. We check in with Evan again as he's on the road again. But this time, his trip is surprising. He tells us about Roswell's ups and downs during week one, player compensation and interesting tidbits on housing these young men this year. But listen in for a story about life's unexpected twists and turns. The Pecos League is an …

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Episode 273: Big Mid Energy 2:08:10

2M ago2:08:10

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Recorded- May 29, 2024 Uploaded- June 1, 2024 Everyone is underway in 2024! Go around to look at the start of the season for the ALPB, AAPB, FLPB, and PBL. We look over the latest Indy Ball Rankings and try to figure out who is mid.By Nick Firestone

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Training Camp Update And How's The Weather In New Mexico, Anyway? 38:40

2M ago38:40

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Send us a Text Message. Our latest conversation with Roswell Invaders Pitching Coach Evan Katz is live! Listen as I speak with him about getting training camp kicked off, how he and manager Garrett Totty set the tone as players started to arrive and how managers, players and coaches wear many different hats in baseball's entry level. This was a fun…

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Episode 272: All of The Lights 1:57:14

2M ago1:57:14

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Recorded- May 23, 2024 Uploaded- May 25, 2024 We finish off the 2024 preview season this week with the Pioneer League and look at an illuminating situation in Yolo. Also an update across the other partner leagues.By Nick Firestone

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Black Tie Vendetta 52:50

2M ago52:50

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Dustin and Andrew from Black Tie Vendetta stopped by the whiskey locker to talk about being in a band with, our own, Brandon Callies along with what the band has going on...and of course whiskey.By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Get To Know Evan & The Pecos League 45:25

2M ago45:25

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Send us a Text Message. And we are live with episode #1! Listen in today to learn about our man on the inside, Evan Katz, his baseball journey and his role with the 2024 Roswell Invaders of the Pecos League. Join us as we set the stage to tell the stories of "baseball's entry level" as they unfold. The Pecos League is an independent baseball league…

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Episode 271: Teat-ering on the Edge 1:39:35

2M ago1:39:35

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Recorded- May 16, 2024 Uploaded- May 18, 2024 Quiet on set, we’re talking about the noise restrictions and missed payments in Milkmen land. The Ballers are raiding some bleachers and the Knockouts took a good punch this week. An update of all the leagues in action this week too. Also Ryan shares a cup of coffee.…

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Coming soon! 0:38

2M ago0:38

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Send us a Text Message. Are you a minor league baseball fan? If so, you're going to love our new podcast, Baseball's Last Frontier: Stories from the Pecos League. Join me & my friend Evan Katz as we chronicle his journey and experiences this summer. New episodes uploaded each Monday! You won't want to miss Evan's tales from "the entry level of base…

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Episode 270: Stars and Striped Baseballs 2:23:40

2M ago2:23:40

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Recorded- May 8, 2024 Uploaded- May 11, 2024 Baseball is back in the middle of America (& Canada) this week! We preview the American Association and look at the challenge system that’s coming to the Pioneer League.By Nick Firestone

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Bonus Episode: Iron Sharpens Iron 6:02

3M ago6:02

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We are excited to be partnering with Aisling Equine Therapy to put on a charity event at the Mesquite Arena on May 18th. The event is called "Iron Sharpens Iron" and it benefits our veterans and first responders. Check this interview out now!By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Episode 269: Explore The Frontier 2:27:00

3M ago2:27:00

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Recorded- May 2, 2024 Uploaded- May 4, 2024 We keep up the marathon episodes this week with the Frontier League preview! We also talk about the AAPB’s streaming and Oakland’s renderings. Preview start- 52;23By Nick Firestone

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Episode 268: Ripping Into Another Season 2:59:44

3M ago2:59:44

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Recorded- April 18/25, 2024 Uploaded- April 27, 2024 It’s a massive 3 hour long show this week. The guys give the most in depth preview of the Atlantic League that you’ll find and welcome umpire Andy McPherson to the show too! Interview starts at 17;46 Preview Starts at 01;13;00By Nick Firestone

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Dev Wulf 40:29

3M ago40:29

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We had the pleasure of speaking with Dev Wulf at the whiskey locker recently. Dev is the front man for Dev Wulf & the Midnight Howl. Their live shows are rambunctious and saucy to the max. Be sure to check him out!By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Episode 267: Under Development 2:08:14

3M ago2:08:14

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Recorded- 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.By Nick Firestone

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Pecos Hurley of Pecos & the Rooftops 58:38

4M ago58:38

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Pecos Hurley stopped by the whiskey locker to give us a little history on Pecos & the Rooftops. He is one cool fella that writes and performs excellent music. Check him out, and enjoy the interview.By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Episode 266: Knock'd Out the Sky 2:04:52

4M ago2:04:52

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Recorded- 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.By Nick Firestone

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Episode 265: Save Me Sacramento 2:22:37

4M ago2:22:37

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Recorded- 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.By Nick Firestone

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Episode 264: Highway of Highwheels 2:51:40

4M ago2:51:40

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Recorded- 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.By Nick Firestone

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Bearded Viking Mead Company 1:10:54

4M ago1:10:54

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All the way from Montana, JT and Brian of the Bearded Viking Mead Company join us in the Whiskey Locker for an interview full of drunkenness and debauchery! Special guest Canaan Bryce helps us quality control test the mead. Bearded Viking Mead Company is set to launch operations in May. This interview goes from funny to serious and everything in be…

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Episode 263: Silent Night 1:28:15

4M ago1:28:15

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Recorded- 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.By Nick Firestone

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Canaan Bryce 43:42

4M ago43:42

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Waxahachie TX native, Canaan Bryce, joins us in the Whiskey Locker. We talk about college choir, being on the road with Pecos and the Rooftops, and upcoming music.By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Episode 262: Erie Times Ahead 2:49:41

5M ago2:49:41

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Recorded- 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 effor…

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Shelby Ballenger 40:51

5M ago40:51

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We spoke with Shelby Ballenger at the whiskey locker recently, and it was a blast. She's an incredible songwriter with a drive that is remarkable. Be sure to check out her music on all streaming platforms!By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Episode 261: Sick as a Dog 53:36

4M ago53:36

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Recorded- 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.By Nick Firestone

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Episode 260: Dirty Water Dogs 1:34:50

5M ago1:34:50

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Recorded- 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.By Nick Firestone

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Cole Risner 52:54

5M ago52:54

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Cole Risner is a singer/songwriter from northeast Texas, and he is also the bass player for the Weathered Souls and Brave Little Howl. We sat down with him in the Whiskey Locker to discuss all that he has going on. We think you'll enjoy this one!By Truth, Tall Tales & Whiskey

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Episode 259: Gastonia Glow Up 1:53:26

5M ago1:53:26

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Recorded- 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.…

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