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The Show Before the Show

MiLB.com
Minor League Baseball
Prospect Rankings
Rome Emperors
MLB Hall Of Fame
Evan Carter
Dylan Cruz
Jersey Diners
Studio Simon
Wyatt Langford
Jackson Holliday
Rebranding
Logo Design
Rome, Georgia
Adrian Beltre
Joe Mauer
Todd Helton
Texas Rangers
Animal Mascots
Graphic Design
Hudson Valley Renegades

In "The Show Before the Show," MiLB.com writers Tyler Maun and Sam Dykstra break down Minor League Baseball's biggest storylines with guests from around the Minors including players, managers and player development experts. They'll also have a weekly look at what's going on outside the lines with business of the Minors expert Benjamin Hill.

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Recent Guests

Dann Bilardello
Manager of the Tri-City Dust Devils and Minor League veteran.
Tri-City Dust Devils
Episode: #531: Tri-City manager Dann Bilardello
Hal Hansen
Senior Vice President of Marketing for the Somerset Patriots
Somerset Patriots
Episode: #529: Somerset Semiquincentennials
Dave Marek
Senior Director of Sales and Marketing for the Somerset Patriots
Somerset Patriots
Episode: #529: Somerset Semiquincentennials
Brayden Spears
Pitcher who played for the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, with a unique path through various colleges and independent leagues to affiliated baseball.
Cubs organization
Episode: #528: Salem RidgeYaks, Myrtle Beach Pelicans pitcher Brayden Spears, AFL Update
Derek Amicone
Senior Director of Operations for the Salt Lake Bees
Salt Lake Bees
Episode: #527: Red Sox prospect Nelly Taylor, Salt Lake’s Derek Amicone, Halloween identities
Nelly Taylor
Boston Red Sox prospect and talented center fielder
Boston Red Sox
Episode: #527: Red Sox prospect Nelly Taylor, Salt Lake’s Derek Amicone, Halloween identities
John Schneider
Current manager of the Toronto Blue Jays and former manager of AA New Hampshire Fisher Cats
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: #526: Blue Jays' John Schneider (from 2018), A's Joshua Kuroda-Grauer
Joshua Kuroda-Grauer
Athletics Prospect and former player at Rutgers University
Oakland Athletics
Episode: #526: Blue Jays' John Schneider (from 2018), A's Joshua Kuroda-Grauer
Chip Maxson
President and Chief Operating Officer of the Sacramento River Cats
Sacramento River Cats
Episode: #525: A capital season in Sacramento

Hosts

Tyler Maun
Co-host and contributor focusing on insights within Minor League Baseball and the various stories behind teams and players.
Sam Dykstra
Co-host and analyst specializing in Minor League Baseball insights and player developments.
Benjamin Hill
Co-host and expert on the business aspects of Minor League Baseball, including promotional initiatives and team branding.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • Ads in the middle of an interview

    What happened #432? An ad read during the middle of an interview?

    Love the show. Great work. RIP Sam Dykstra

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr shickadance
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 STAR

    I was hoping & praying that I would find a podcast for Minor League Baseball, the greatest sport in all the land.

    This is top notch. Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MiLB: The Greatest Sport
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the show

    Great coverage on cool happenings in the minor leagues. I like hearing about all of the different promotions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    statedept1515
    United States3 years ago
  • Essential MiLB podcast

    Started listening just over a month ago. Family friendly and one I can listen to with my youngest son as well. Learning a lot and love the behind the scenes stories. Was a little depressing to find out chicken tenders are only 1 year older than me though haha. Thoroughly enjoyed the Asheville Tourists bear story and will be at the stadium next week, all my youngest can talk about now though "I hope we see a bear too at the game". 5* podcast keep up the great work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gbgenius
    United States3 years ago
  • I love garret mictthelle

    Go timer ratllers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    apple news today
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise the engaging discussions and in-depth exploration of minor league baseball, highlighting the excellent interviews and insightful content about players and team dynamics.
The hosts' humor and personality come through, making it a friendly and approachable podcast for both new and seasoned baseball fans.
Some listeners noted occasional distractions during episodes but mostly celebrate the in-depth information and unique perspectives offered by guests.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#138
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#134
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#48
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#78
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#82
Taiwan/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#82
South Korea/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#531: Tri-City manager Dann Bilardello
Q: How have the Minor Leagues changed in your two decades of management?
Analytic insights have changed everything, players today need to be handled differently than back in my day.
#531: Tri-City manager Dann Bilardello
Q: Do you see yourself reaching 1000 wins?
It's tough to win in this game. I don't want to get too ahead of myself, but it's certainly a goal.
#531: Tri-City manager Dann Bilardello
Q: You won your 900th career managerial game as a Minor League manager. What does that mean to you?
It means a couple of things; I'm old, but thankful for all the teams that gave me the opportunities to manage and reach this milestone.
#524: Taking care of business; Nationals prospect Miguel Sime Jr.
Q: What's your draft day experience like?
Draft day was pretty cool, and I had tons of family and friends there supporting me.
#523: Mets prospect Jonah Tong; MiLB Awards
Q: What adjustments did you make to your changeup this year?
Jonah discusses changes in grip and increasing confidence, which led to improved execution and effectiveness.

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The podcast provides an in-depth exploration of Minor League Baseball, featuring lively discussions on significant storylines, rebranding initiatives, and unique promotions across teams. Each episode includes interviews with various guests, such as players, managers, and industry experts, who share personal stories and insights about their experiences in the world of minor league baseball. The hosts also highlight the intersection of sports and community, fostering an appreciation for baseball culture while providing updates on player developments and off-field business dynamics.

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Recent guests on The Show Before the Show include:

1. Dann Bilardello
2. Hal Hansen
3. Dave Marek
4. Brayden Spears
5. Derek Amicone
6. Nelly Taylor
7. John Schneider
8. Joshua Kuroda-Grauer

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