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Join the gang as we discuss the major league farm team system! Players getting called up, dropped down, triple A, double A....what does it all mean? Will you ever see your favorite player again if they drop down to the minors; what are the best leagues to catch a glimpse of some rising stars?! We answer all of these questions and more!

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Yup, it's time for stats. Today we will dive into the basics of baseball statistics! We will cover common pitching, batting, and fielding stats. You'll be talking ERAs and RBIs before you know it, not to mention increasing your OBP!

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Don't know a centerfielder from a shortstop? No problem! Join us for a crash course in fielding positions! Learn all of the infield and outfield positions and the skills it takes to be the best. You'll be talking baseball with strangers before you know it! I'm not saying that's your goal but you are covered if it is. 

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Okay, time to learn all about batting, from batting order to your own on-base-potential. This should be a good crash course! You'll be calling for pinch hitters and runners before you know it! 

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Have you ever wondered what spring training is all about? It is worth a trip out to watch your favorite team? Well, in this episode, we'll give you a brief rundown about the basics of spring training and what it's like to see a game! 

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And here we go, folks, we've got something special for all the rookies tuning in! Just new to baseball? Struggling to tell a knuckleball from a curveball? Well, don't you worry, we're here to help you knock this one out of the park! In today's episode, we're gonna break down the basics of those pitches you'll see flying across the plate. By the end of this, you'll be spotting those pitches like a pro and impressing your buddies with your newfound knowledge in no time! Stay tuned, because this one's gonna be a real home run!

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And here we go, folks! Are you new to baseball? Struggling to understand how pitching works? Well, you’re in for a treat today! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of pitchers—talking about the different types and the rich history behind each one. From starters to those key relief pitchers, we’ll cover it all. Stick with us, and you’ll be a pitching expert before you know it! Don’t go anywhere—this one’s gonna be a real fastball!

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Now that you have a team to follow, how do you watch them play? It can be surprisingly complicated. But we are here to help! Learn how to watch or listen to your favorite team this season, on any budget! 

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Welcome to the first episode of the Beginner's Dugout! In this episode, we will discuss the basics of baseball leagues and teams. Hopefully, after listening you will have a good idea of what team(s) to pick, follow, and root for! 

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Hang on to your hats as we explore international baseball in this episode. Find out how many players in the MLB come from outside the US, how baseball differs in a couple of those countries, and which rising stars might be headed to the MLB soon! Break out the suitcase and sunglasses; we are hitting the road...figuratively!

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Join our all-star team as they discuss the basics of the baseball all star team! Don't know a home-run derby from a demolition derby?! Well, we got you covered! Learn all about the all star game, player selection process and the week-long event. Steve also has some opinions on things at the end of the pod! 

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Join the gang as they discuss superstitions in baseball, everything from team rituals to individual players' batting routines...looking at you Hargrove! So tap your phone three times and then click on our podcast. Hang out and listen to some wild stories about baseball! 

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We've covered a lot of baseball terms, rules and stats in previous episodes. But are you ready to learn some of the unwritten rules of the sport, a little inside baseball?? Yup, I did that. Well, hang on to your hats. Soon, you'll know if you can cross the pitching mound and when it's a faux pas to bunt. Put on your headphones and hangout for a bit! 

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Join the gang as they talk about the history of women and baseball and also women in baseball; we cover all the bases; yes, a bad sports pun; deal. Should be a fun listen; hang out with us for a bit and you'll be well educated on the subject and making friends at the grocery store before you know it!

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This week we take another swing at a baseball basics topic. This one has a lot to it but this episode should give you a general understanding of how this whole complicated, (overly complicated), did I say that?, process works! You'll be calling and predicting draft picks before you know it, maybe. 

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Join the gang as they cover the basics of the trade deadline. Thinking about buying that jersey of your favorite player? Well hold on there, they could be traded at any moment! Don't get too comfortable with all your favorite  players; the rug can be pulled out from you at any moment! This definitely won't affect your trust issues. Don't panic; just listen! 

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Ever wonder what it takes to get behind the plate and call a game? This week on "The Beginner's Dugout"  we are diving into the often-misunderstood world of baseball umpires. We'll break down the journey to the pros, explain the crucial roles umpires play on the field, and shed light on what it's really like to be the person making the toughest calls. We'll even share stories of the worst called games in baseball history!

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The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and the pressure is at its peak—it's Postseason Baseball! Join us as we dive into the evolution of October, from the days of a single, sudden-death World Series to the sprawling, 12-team bracket of today.