Baseball Without Borders

Leif Skodnick
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Baseball Without Borders, a production of the World Baseball Network, covers international baseball for the English-speaking world.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Baseball Without Borders S3E3 - El ExtraBase's Daniel Alvarez-Montes Talks Venezuela and the Miami Marlins

    World Baseball Network's Leif Skodnick is joined by El ExtraBase's Daniel Alvarez-Montes to look back at Venezuela's historic win at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, look at the season ahead for the Miami Marlins, talk about some managerial openings in the Liga Venezolana de Beisbol Profesional, and what's ahead for baseball in Venezuela. Follow Daniel on X: @DanielAlvarezEE Follow Daniel on BlueSky: @danielalvarezee.bsky.social Follow Daniel on Instagram: @danielalvarez_16 Follow El Extrabase on X: @ElExtrabase Follow El Extrabase on Instagram: @ElExtrabase Follow Leif on X: @LeifSkodnick Follow Leif on BlueSky: @leifskodnick.bsky.social Request to follow Leif on Instagram: @LeifSkodnick Follow World Baseball Network on X: @WorldBaseball_ Follow World Baseball Network on Instagram: @WorldBaseball_com

    30 min

  2. 9 APR

    Baseball Without Borders S3E2 - Let's Talk Samurai Japan and the Start of the NPB Season With Yuri Karasawa

    World Baseball Network's Leif Skodnick is joined by noted Japanese baseball expert Yuri Karasawa to discuss the end of the Hirokazu Ibata era for Samurai Japan and the disappointing finish for the team at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, Tsuyoshi Shinjo's wild entrance and the hot start for his Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, and a look at notable story lines in Nippon Professional Baseball as the regular season is underway across the Pacific. Follow Yuri on X: @yakyucosmo Follow Yuri on BlueSky: @yakyucosmo.bsky.social Follow Yuri on Instagram: @YakyuCosmo Follow Leif on X: @LeifSkodnick Follow Leif on BlueSky: @leifskodnick.bsky.social Request to follow Leif on Instagram: @LeifSkodnick Follow World Baseball Network on X: @WorldBaseball_ Follow World Baseball Network on Instagram: @WorldBaseball_com Visit WorldBaseball.com for coverage of professional baseball around the world!

    34 min

  3. 1 APR

    Baseball Without Borders - S3E1 - MLB.com's Michael Clair

    World Baseball Network's Leif Skodnick is joined by MLB.com's international baseball expert, Michael Clair, to discuss the 2026 World Baseball Classic, the 2026 Baseball Champions League, and Clair's new book, "We Sacrifice Everything to Baseball" which is on store shelves now! You can order "We Sacrifice Everything to Baseball" on Amazon by clicking here. You can also go to michaelclair.com to buy a signed copy. Or if you go to the University of Nebraska Press, use code "6AS26" and get 40% off! That's Mike's author's discount. He can't give it you cheaper than that! Follow Michael on X: @MichaelSClair Follow Michael on BlueSky: @michaelclair.bsky.social Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelSClair Follow Leif on X: @LeifSkodnick Follow Leif on BlueSky: @leifskodnick.bsky.social Request to follow Leif on Instagram: @LeifSkodnick Follow World Baseball Network on X: @WorldBaseball_ Follow World Baseball Network on Instagram: @WorldBaseball_com

    50 min

  4. 05/09/2025

    Baseball Without Borders Ep. 119 - Winnipeg to Durango Is A Long Trip W/ Joe Corbett

    In this episode of Baseball Without Borders, Leones de Yucatan and Toros del Este pitcher Joe Corbett joins Leif Skodnick and shares his unique journey through college and professional baseball, discussing his experiences in the minor leagues, the impact of COVID-19 on his career, and his transition to international play in Mexico and the Dominican Republic. He reflects on the differences between leagues, the recruitment process, and the excitement of competing in the Caribbean Series. Joe also shares his aspirations for the future and his desire to win a championship with the Toros in the Dominican Republic. Follow baseball all over the world with us at www.worldbaseball.com! Follow Leif Skodnick on X at @LeifSkodnick. Follow World Baseball Network on X at @WorldBaseball_.

    38 min

  5. 20/08/2025

    Baseball Without Borders Ep. 118 - Drinking In the News From The Copa America With Jeff Duda

    Leif Skodnick and Jeff Duda talk about the 2025 Copa America, which has finally finalized its venues for the November event. We also discuss Dusty Baker joining Nicaragua for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, the Liga Mexicana de Beisbol playoffs, and an outstanding New York Mets prospect in the Dominican Summer League. Follow Jeff Duda on X at @INTLBaseball24. Follow Leif Skodnick on X at @LeifSkodnick. Follow World Baseball Network on X at @WorldBaseball_.

    27 min

  6. 15/08/2025

    BWB Ep. 117 - What's the Market For Munetaka Murakami?

    Matt and Julian discuss the MLB playoff races, Japanese star Muneta Murakami's market for next season, Nicaragua hiring Dusty Baker, and the coaching staffs of Puerto Rico and Venezuela.

    24 min

  7. 19/06/2025

    Who's the New Guy In San Francisco?

    Matt and Julian talked about the Yankees' struggles, the Rafael Devers trade, the College World Series, LMB, and some manager news in the WBC.

    48 min

  8. 13/06/2025

    Ep. 115 - WBN's Leif Skodnick and Alfred Ezman Break Down the First Four CWS Games

    World Baseball Network's Leif Skodnick and Alfred Ezman break down the first four games of the 2025 College World Series. This year's field marks the first time since 1957 that no teams returned to Omaha from the previous year's CWS. Six different conferences are represented by eight different teams. Read all of Leif's coverage from Omaha at www.worldbaseball.com. Follow Leif Skodnick on Twitter and Instagram @LeifSkodnick. Follow World Baseball Network on X @WorldBaseball_ Follow World Baseball Network on Instagram @WorldBaseball_Com

    34 min
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Baseball Without Borders, a production of the World Baseball Network, covers international baseball for the English-speaking world.

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  • Creator
    Leif Skodnick
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    122
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Baseball Without Borders