Baseball.com.au Podcast: Recent Episodes
Baseball.com.au, Baseball Australia
The official podcast of Baseball.com.au - your one stop shop for Australian baseball news and information. Join Andrew Reynolds and former MLBer and Olympian Shayne Bennett each week as they break down the latest news and chat with some of the biggest names in the sport.
Each week, we read the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week we're talking about ABL season, minor league player updates and Team Australia at the U12 World Cup in Tainan.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, we read the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week we're talking about ABL Structure, Team Australia and international Aussies.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, we read the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week we're talking about things like our new professional Australians and Olympic schedule details!
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
with host Eric Balnar
Each week, we read the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
with host Eric Balnar
Each week, we read the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This we're talking Little League World Series, Aussies in college baseball playoff action, Lachie Wells signing in Korea and updates from the professional ranks.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
June 4, 2025
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This we're talking Aussies in college baseball playoff action, we hear from Curtis Mead, talk Junior / Intermediate / Senior League World Series and nationals plus updates from professional players all over the world.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This we're talking Aussies in college baseball playoff action, plus updates from professional players all over the world.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week you'll hear the voices of Liam Hendriks and Coen Wynne, get a rundown of college award winners and hear some home run highlights.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week: Coen Wynne's debut in Korea, College Aussies win Awards, Curtis Mead is heating up...and more!
You'll also hear some highlight clips!
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week: Australians making waves in Asia, Liam Hendriks returns, big college performances and the Australian Women's Championships.
You'll also hear some highlights.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week: Australians raking on the college stage (and winning awards), Travis Bazzana and Curtis Mead get hot, Women's tournament around the corner, and some general news updates.
You'll also hear some highlights.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week hear an MLB update, who won local grand finals, an U18 coaching staff announcement, an ABL coach bids farewell and about some key performing Aussies.
You'll also hear the voice of #1 draft pick Travis Bazzana.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Each week, Eric Balnar reads the news of key Australian stories in baseball from around the world in 10 minutes or less.
This week hear about new Australians signing professional deals, hear from Liam Hendriks and Curtis Mead as they make their respective MLB Opening Day Rosters, grab a college update and learn about state league scores.
For more information follow us at @baseball.com.au or head to www.baseball.com.au for full details.
Eric Balnar brings you the latest news in Australian Baseball as of Thursday 20 March, 2025.
Hear about:
- Local Division 1 updates
- Liam Hendriks walk-out song
- ABL x MLB connections
- Key Performing College Aussies
- Herstory for the Australian Women’s Championships
Eric Balnar brings you the latest news in Australian Baseball. Highlights from college baseball, local news and hear from Brent Iredale as he continues to rake in college baseball.
Eric Balnar brings you the latest news in Australian Baseball. Highlights from college baseball, local news and hear from Major Leaguers like Curtis Mead in their quest to make an MLB roster.
Eric Balnar brings you the latest news in Australian Baseball. Hear from Liam Hendriks & Curtis Mead in our Spring Training update.
Plus, a college update, news headlines, and what's Jarryd Dale up to in Japan?
Head to baseball.com.au via website or social media for up-to-date Aussie news.
Welcome to the fifth episode of Tell Him He's Dreaming, a baseball podcast focusing on the stories of the brave young Australians who have left our great country to chase their baseball dreams Hosted by Ty Russell.
This week we talk with someone trying to explore his future baseball options as a Year 12 student - and just weeks out from the Australian Youth Championships.
It's Zach Altamura!
Each episode, we will interview one of Australia's brightest young ball players. We will discuss the ups and downs that go along with leaving your family, heading overseas and challenging yourself to make a career doing what you love.
So, if you're a baseball fan, a player yourself dreaming of a career in baseball, an athlete hoping to be inspired or simply someone who loves a good story of overcoming obstacles, sit back and enjoy.
We have some incredible guests lined up and we can't wait to explore their unique and remarkable journeys.
This week we switch things up, as Ty Russell previews the Australian Baseball League.
After all - this is a league young Australians use as a stepping stone to professional opportunities.
For a full episode list, visit www.baseball.com.au/podcast.
Welcome to the third episode of Tell Him He's Dreaming, a baseball podcast focusing on the stories of the brave young Australians who have left our great country to chase their baseball dreams Hosted by Ty Russell.
This week we talk with 22-year-old pitcher Will Sherriff, who has pitched for Australia vs Japan at the WBC, trained in Japan with the Rakuten Golden Eagles and has new aspirations.
Each episode, we will interview one of Australia's brightest young ball players. We will discuss the ups and downs that go along with leaving your family, heading overseas and challenging yourself to make a career doing what you love.
So, if you're a baseball fan, a player yourself dreaming of a career in baseball, an athlete hoping to be inspired or simply someone who loves a good story of overcoming obstacles, sit back and enjoy.
We have some incredible guests lined up and we can't wait to explore their unique and remarkable journeys.
Our first guest is Jaylin Rae - a player who has just returned back to New South Wales from three years at college.
Welcome to the second episode of Tell Him He's Dreaming, a baseball podcast focusing on the stories of the brave young Australians who have left our great country to chase their baseball dreams, hosted by Ty Russell.
This week Ty speaks with Brent Iredale - one of the biggest prospects in Australian baseball. Iredale had one of the best JUCO seasons in 2024 in all of baseball. He was rewarded with a transfer to NCAA Division 1 baseball powerhouse Arkansas. Some early draft boards have him as a potential first rounder in the 2025 MLB Draft.
Each episode, we will interview one of Australia's brightest young ball players. We will discuss the ups and downs that go along with leaving your family, heading overseas and challenging yourself to make a career doing what you love.
So, if you're a baseball fan, a player yourself dreaming of a career in baseball, an athlete hoping to be inspired or simply someone who loves a good story of overcoming obstacles, sit back and enjoy.
We have some incredible guests lined up and we can't wait to explore their unique and remarkable journeys.
Welcome to the first episode of Tell Him He's Dreaming, a baseball podcast focusing on the stories of the brave young Australians who have left our great country to chase their baseball dreams Hosted by Ty Russell.
Each episode, we will interview one of Australia's brightest young ball players. We will discuss the ups and downs that go along with leaving your family, heading overseas and challenging yourself to make a career doing what you love.
So, if you're a baseball fan, a player yourself dreaming of a career in baseball, an athlete hoping to be inspired or simply someone who loves a good story of overcoming obstacles, sit back and enjoy.
We have some incredible guests lined up and we can't wait to explore their unique and remarkable journeys.
Our first guest is Jaylin Rae - a player who has just returned back to New South Wales from three years at college.
The Houston Astros catching coach caught up with Michael Ibbotson before an MLB game in 2024 to delve into his career.
Before a Boston Red Sox game, Michael Ibbotson has a 20-minute chat with one of Australia's most successful players of all time. Enjoy!
The manager of Team Australia stops by on Day 2 of the Fuchu City training camp. He talks about how the team was selected and answers some fan questions!
Tim Kennelly has been on the national team since 2009. This is his third World Baseball Classic. He is the co-captain of the team.
Kennelly has played professional baseball for nearly two decades. He made it as high as Triple-A in the minor leagues and is regarded as one of Australia's most dominant players in the ABL.
He catches up with Baseball.com.au on Day 0 of the #WBC23 training camp to walk us through what players are feeling on their first day of a significant experience.
WE'RE BACK! The ABL season was weird so the podcast got a bit neglected, but what a way to return. Andrew sits down with Queenslander Luisa Gauci to discuss how her journey led her to a job on the frontline of the baseball technology movement and to playing college baseball in the United States.
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Andrew catches up with year-one Sydney Blue Sox employee and MiLB.com insider Tyler Maun on the anniversary of his landing in Sydney for the ABL relaunch in 2010. The two talk about the league's progression, the changing landscape in North American baseball and it's impact on Australia, then look ahead ot what the next few years might bring on the international stage. David Penrose also drops by to break down the ABL domestic broadcast deal with Kayo and Fox Sports, plus a range of other news from Australian baseball.
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Today we catch up with ABL General Manager Scott Hillier to get his reaction to the news of Auckland and Geelong-Korea not participating in this year's league and how it will affect the other six teams. We also sit down with Baseball Australia's new National Player Development Manager Andrew Riddell about the role he hopes to play in developing the next generation of Australian baseball stars.
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Today we catch up with Baseball Australia CEO Cam Vale to get an update on whay's happening with the 20/21 ABL season, and reveal the proposed structure of the league's new International Conference.
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The boys sit down for a long chat with the former NPB single-season saves record holder about his path to the big leagues and eventually a Japanese baseball homecoming.
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This week, we catch up with former big league lefty Ryan Rowland-Smith to chat about his career after baseball, playing with two legends of the game, taking the mound at the SCG and more.
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This week we catch up with two members of Team Australia from the 2010 Women's World Cup to tell one of the most remarkable, largely untold stories in all of Australian baseball. A player shot, a World Cup on the move and one of the most unlikely world title runs in history.
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Longtime Sydney Blue Sox pitcher turned Adelaide Giant Todd Van Steensel joins the show this week to talk about life in the minors, how COVID-19 has shifted his focus and what lies ahead in the months to come.
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This week we're joined by MLB.com Insider and international baseball guru Jon Paul Morosi to react to the news of Manny Ramirez signing with the Sydney Blue Sox. Later in the show, Baseball Australia CEO Cam Vale joins us to discuss the structure changes in the ABL for the upcoming season.
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Today, we chat about big news in the Australian Baseball League with Baseball.com.au Editor-in-Chief David Penrose then sit down with Australian baseball legend and Team Australia Manager David Nilsson to talk about about baseball's changing landscape and take a trip down memory lane.
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In Episode #1 of the Baseball.com.au Podcast, hosts Andrew Reynolds and Shayne Bennett give a quick synopsis of what's to come, but also share some recent news and a few stories of Shayne's time with the Montreal Expos.
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