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  1. 5D AGO

    The Bullpen, EP58 – College Baseball Begins, McHenry & Lake Zurich Preseason ID Recaps, Brother Rice HC Sean McBride Joins

    On this week’s episode of The Bullpen, our staff recaps Illinois teams and prep prospects who competed during opening weekend of college baseball. We then break down some of the top performers from the McHenry and Lake Zurich Preseason IDs before wrapping up the show with an interview featuring Brother Rice head baseball coach Sean McBride. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:11 College Baseball Begins 20:07 McHenry Preseason ID 39:42 Lake Zurich Preseason ID 56:16 Brother Rice Head Coach Sean McBride Joins 1:06:07 Outro Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepBaseballIL?sub_confirmation=1 The Bullpen: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/the-bullpen-podcast Register for an event: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/illinois/showcases1st 1st Phorm Products:https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=prepbaseball 1st Phorm Protein Powder:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=prepbaseball Protein Sticks:https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks/?a_aid=prepbaseball

    1h 7m

  2. FEB 11

    The Bullpen, EP57 - O'Hare Preseason ID Standouts, College Baseball Opening Weekend, Super Bowl Recap

    On this week’s episode of The Bullpen, our staff recaps College Baseball’s Opening Weekend and breaks down the Super Bowl — including our picks for the best commercials of the night. We also dive into Shooter Hunt’s notes from the Super 60 before spotlighting standout prospects from the O’Hare Preseason ID, organized by key takeaways and themes. We wrap up the show with an interview featuring Chris Erwin, head baseball coach at Father McGivney. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 05:31 College Baseball Opening Weekend 10:12 Super Bowl Recap 18:41 What was the best Super Bowl commercial? 22:17 Shooter's Super 60 Notes 24:18 O'Hare Preseason ID 24:53 Best Overall Prospects 36:31 Favorite Arms 39:00 Top Uncommitted Prospects 42:22 Upside Sleeper Prospect 46:31 Data Darling50:40 More Favorite Arms 52:06 Top Infielder 56:54 Father McGivney Head Coach Chris Erwin Joins 1:03:38 Outro Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepBaseballIL?sub_confirmation=1 The Bullpen: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/the-bullpen-podcast Register for an event: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/illinois/showcases1st 1st Phorm Products:https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=prepbaseball 1st Phorm Protein Powder:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=prepbaseball Protein Sticks:https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks/?a_aid=prepbaseball

    1h 5m

  3. FEB 4

    The Bullpen EP56 – Super 60 Recap, Preseason ProCase, Unsigned Senior Showcase & Sports News

    On this week’s episode of The Bullpen, our staff recaps recent sports news, including the Fighting Illini basketball team’s recent wins and the latest MLB headlines. We then break down the prospects who stood out at the Preseason ProCase before taking a look ahead at the Unsigned Senior Showcase and the Prep Baseball Super 60. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:10 Sports News 06:16 Preseason ProCase Recap 42:00 Kenosha Preseason ID 43:31 Super 60 Recap 1:00:12 Unsigned Senior Showcase Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepBaseballIL?sub_confirmation=1 The Bullpen: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/the-bullpen-podcast Register for an event: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/illinois/showcases1st 1st Phorm Products:https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=prepbaseball 1st Phorm Protein Powder:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=prepbaseball Protein Sticks:https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks/?a_aid=prepbaseball

    1h 16m

  4. JAN 28

    The Bullpen, EP55 - John A Logan Head Coach Kyle Surprenant Joins, Preseason ID Picks To Click, Super 60 Preview, MLB News

    On this week’s episode of The Bullpen, our staff recaps the latest MLB news, including recent trades and signings across the league. We then highlight Illinois prospects set to attend the Super 60, followed by a look ahead to the Unsigned Senior Showcase taking place immediately after Sunday’s event. From there, we break down prospects attending upcoming Preseason ID events and share our Picks to Click. We wrap up the episode with an interview featuring John A. Logan JC head baseball coach Kyle Surprenant. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:35 MLB News 8:29 Super 60 Roster 17:02 Unsigned Senior Preview 20:06 Preseason ID Picks To Click 29:34 John A Logan HC Kyle Surprenant Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepBaseballIL?sub_confirmation=1 The Bullpen: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/the-bullpen-podcast Register for an event: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/illinois/showcases1st 1st Phorm Products:https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=prepbaseball 1st Phorm Protein Powder:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=prepbaseball Protein Sticks:https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks/?a_aid=prepbaseball

    1 hr

  5. JAN 21

    The Bullpen, EP54 - Illinois State Head Baseball Coach Steve Holm, Aurora Preseason ID Standouts, Preseason ProCase Picks To Click, Sports News

    On this week’s episode of The Bullpen, our staff recaps the latest sports news, including a recap of the Chicago Bears’ 2025 season and Indiana’s historic run in the College Football Playoff. We then dive into recent MLB deals across the league before breaking down standouts from our first showcase of the year, the Aurora Preseason ID. From there, we share our Picks to Click for next Tuesday’s Preseason ProCase. We wrap up the episode with an interview featuring Illinois State head baseball coach Steve Holm, discussing Redbird Baseball, recruiting, player development, and the impact of the program’s new indoor facilities. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:13 Bears Season Recap 8:45 Indiana Wins CFP National Championship 14:58 MLB News 24:41 Aurora Preseason ID 55:56 ProCase Picks To Click 1:05:05 Illinois State HC Steve Holm Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepBaseballIL?sub_confirmation=1 The Bullpen: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/the-bullpen-podcast Register for an event: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/illinois/showcases1st 1st Phorm Products:https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=prepbaseball 1st Phorm Protein Powder:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=prepbaseball Protein Sticks:https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks/?a_aid=prepbaseball

    1h 45m

  6. JAN 13

    The Bullpen, EP53 - Cooper Trinkle Joins To Talk The Max Clark Slugfest, Prospects Of The Week, Chicago Bears Win Playoff Game

    On this week’s episode of The Bullpen, we break down recent sports news, including the Chicago Bears’ win over the Packers in the opening weekend of the NFL Playoffs. We also recap the College Football National Championship and dive into the latest MLB news, including the Chicago Cubs’ recent trade and signing of Alex Bregman. From there, we spotlight our uncommitted Prospects of the Week before wrapping up the episode with an interview featuring Prep Baseball Indiana Scouting Director Cooper Trinkle, who recaps the Max Clark Slugfest and highlights several top Illinois prospects. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:24 Bears Advance in Playoffs 14:30 Indiana Advances to CFP Championship 18:28 MLB News 28:31 Commitments Around The State 29:22 Prospects Of The Week 36:07 Cooper Trinkle Joins The Show Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepBaseballIL?sub_confirmation=1 The Bullpen: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/the-bullpen-podcast Register for an event: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/illinois/showcases1st Phorm Products:https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=prepbaseball 1st Phorm Protein Powder:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=prepbaseball Protein Sticks:https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks/?a_aid=prepbaseball

    57 min

  7. JAN 7

    The Bullpen, EP52 - Best Field In Illinois, Prospects Of The Week, Parent Questions, Sports News

    On this week’s episode of The Bullpen, our staff recaps the latest sports news, including Illinois State’s run to the FCS Championship, the Chicago Bears earning the No. 2 seed in the NFC, and recent commitments across the state of Illinois. We then break down the Illinois ProCase roster, discuss recent MLB signings, and highlight an Illinois product who stood out in the Minor Leagues during the 2025 season. In our recurring Hotlist segment, each of us selects the best field in Illinois. From there, we share what we’re most looking forward to in 2026, answer a parent question live on the show, and wrap things up with Prospect of the Week, spotlighting uncommitted prospects to know across the state. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:02 Sports News 04:07 Commitments Around The State 04:45 MLB News 08:33 MILB News 12:12 Preseason ProCase 14:14 Holiday Draft Recap 18:07 Max Clark Slugfest 21:16 New Year's Resolution 30:41 Hotlist, Best High School Field 44:43 #AskThePen 54:44 Prospects Of The Week Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepBaseballIL?sub_confirmation=1 The Bullpen: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/the-bullpen-podcast Register for an event: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/illinois/showcases1st Phorm Products:https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=prepbaseball 1st Phorm Protein Powder:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=prepbaseball Protein Sticks:https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks/?a_aid=prepbaseball

    1h 1m

  8. 12/24/2025

    The Bullpen, EP51 - Holiday Special, Drafting 2027 Prospects

    On this episode of The Bullpen, we roll out a special holiday edition of the podcast. Our staff splits into two teams, with Illinois Scouting Supervisor Drew Locascio captaining one side and Illinois Assistant Director Pete Hamot leading the other. The two teams draft prospects from Illinois’ 2027 class and square off in a hypothetical three-game series. Who do you think will win? Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepBaseballIL?sub_confirmation=1 The Bullpen: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/the-bullpen-podcast Register for an event: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/illinois/showcases1st Phorm Products:https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=prepbaseball 1st Phorm Protein Powder:https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1/?a_aid=prepbaseball Protein Sticks:https://1stphorm.com/products/protein-sticks/?a_aid=prepbaseball

    53 min
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  • Creator
    Prep Baseball Illinois
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
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