Dugout Dish Baseball Recruiting Podcast powered by EMD Baseball

Andy Kiriakedes & Keith Glasser
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With a combined 25 years of collegiate coaching experience at the Division I, II, and III levels we will bring you the latest insights, analysis, and interviews about the world of college baseball recruiting. Each week, we will break down topics relevant to the college baseball recruiting landscape. In addition to breaking down the latest recruiting news, we'll also be speaking with coaches and players around the country. Our guests will provide valuable insights into what it takes to make it as a college baseball player and share their experiences and knowledge of the recruiting process.Whether you're a high school player, parent, or coach looking to learn more about the recruiting process or gather insights from college coaches this podcast has something for everyone. So join us each week as we dive deep into the world of college baseball recruiting.

  1. Taking Ownership of your Process | EMD Shorts

    2d ago ·  Bonus

    Taking Ownership of your Process | EMD Shorts

    In this episode, we talk about what you should be doing to take ownership of your recruiting process. We talk about the time and effort it takes to be an active participant in your process with emails, videos, social media posts, and more. We also talk about doing more than the bare minimum and giving yourself the best chance to get in front of the coaches and program you are interested in. New episodes of Dugout Dish drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss recruiting and development intel that could change your player's future. Gloves - www.kaligloves.com Diamond College Showcase Camps - www.diamondcollegeshowcase.com Team Match Sports - www.teammatchsports.com Chapters (00:00:00) - Taking Ownership of Your Process(00:09:02) - How to get your name called by college baseball coaches(00:16:20) - How To Get Your Name Out There In The Recruiting Process

    18 min
  2. Ep. 172 - Rerelease of ep. 61

    6d ago

    Ep. 172 - Rerelease of ep. 61

    *Re-release of ep. 61* The transfer portal has made it easier than ever to leave a program — but the families who navigate the recruiting process best are the ones who make the right decision the first time and never need it. We are rereleasing this conversation with St. John's University Pitching Coach George Brown from 2024 because it is as relevant today as the day we recorded it — and with St. John's coming off a super regional appearance in 2026, Coach Brown's insights on building the right culture and making the right recruiting decisions have never felt more timely. What we cover: How St. John's University and the Big East approach college baseball recruiting and what makes the conference an attractive destination for recruits What Coach Brown specifically looks for when recruiting and evaluating pitchers for his program How recruiting timelines play out in the Big East and what families need to understand about when and how to engage with programs How the transfer portal has reshaped the college baseball landscape and what it means for programs trying to build rosters and recruits trying to find the right fit Why making the right college decision the first time is more critical than ever — and how to set yourself up to do exactly that What players and families should be specifically looking for when evaluating a college baseball program during the recruiting process The questions every recruit should be asking on campus visits and in conversations with coaches to make sure the fit is genuinely right before committing How to avoid the red flags that families commonly miss during recruiting that lead to transfers and difficult situations down the road St. John's made a super regional in 2026 — and this conversation from 2024 shows exactly the kind of program building and recruiting philosophy that gets a program there. This episode is essential listening for every baseball family in the recruiting process right now New episodes of Dugout Dish drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss recruiting and development intel that could change your player's future. Gloves - www.kaligloves.com Diamond College Showcase Camps - www.diamondcollegeshowcase.com Team Match Sports - www.teammatchsports.com Chapters (00:00:00) - George Brown on The Dugout Dish Podcast(00:02:51) - St. John's Baseball: Identifying Pitchers(00:12:05) - Pitching Prospects: Has the game changed?(00:20:11) - Tom Leyland on Being Emotional as a Coach(00:23:15) - Pitching Staff in College Baseball(00:32:33) - Pitchers on the Staff(00:39:11) - Punters: Coach Plays Favorite(00:46:14) - Tom Leyland on Character(00:54:57) - Older Guys Share Responsibilities(01:01:58) - Jimmy Dykstra on Teaching(01:07:31) - Andy Pederson on Coaching(01:11:13) - Andy Pederson on Coaching Legends(01:16:17) - George On The Recruitment Process

    1h 20m
  3. NCAA 5-for-5 Eligibility Clock Clarified — What the Updated Language Means for Your Player | EMD Shorts

    Jun 15 ·  Bonus

    NCAA 5-for-5 Eligibility Clock Clarified — What the Updated Language Means for Your Player | EMD Shorts

    The NCAA has reworked the language surrounding the proposed 5-for-5 eligibility rule — and the clarification around when the eligibility clock starts is an important update every baseball family needs to understand. In this episode of Dugout Dish, EMD Baseball breaks down exactly what changed, why it matters, and how the updated language could directly benefit players depending on when their birthday falls.   What we cover:   A quick recap of the proposed 5-for-5 eligibility rule and where the NCAA vote currently stands What the original language said about when the eligibility clock would start — and why it created confusion for families What the updated language now clarifies — the eligibility clock starts the fall semester after a student athlete turns 19, not on the date of their 19th birthday Why that distinction is more significant than it appears and which players stand to benefit most from the clarified language What enrollment after high school graduation means under the updated rule and how it interacts with the age trigger Why the NCAA went back and reworked the language and what that process tells us about the likelihood of the rule passing What every recruit, committed player, and baseball family should understand about this update and how to factor it into their planning right now The details of eligibility rules can have a direct impact on your son's college baseball career. This update is one worth understanding completely before the vote happens. New episodes of Dugout Dish drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss recruiting and development intel that could change your player's future. Gloves - www.kaligloves.com Diamond College Showcase Camps - www.diamondcollegeshowcase.com Team Match Sports - www.teammatchsports.com Chapters (00:00:02) - Baseball EMAIL UPDATE(00:10:41) - The Age-Based Eligibility Rule

    14 min
  4. 2026 College World Series Preview — CWS Picks, Super Regional Recap & the All-SEC Bracket - Ep. 171

    Jun 11

    2026 College World Series Preview — CWS Picks, Super Regional Recap & the All-SEC Bracket - Ep. 171

    2026 College World Series Preview — CWS Picks, Super Regional Recap & the All-SEC Bracket - Ep. 171   The 2026 College World Series field is set and Omaha is ready. In this episode of Dugout Dish, EMD Baseball breaks down every super regional result, reacts to the weekend's biggest surprises, and makes their full picks for the College World Series — from opening game predictions all the way to a champion.   What we cover:   A complete super regional recap — what impressed us, where teams stumbled, and what the results tell us about who is built for Omaha Oklahoma's statement road win — why their super regional performance was the most impressive and surprising result of the weekend How North Carolina walked off USC in a winner take all game after a stunning late inning collapse that ended the Trojans' season The full 2026 CWS field — Georgia, Texas, West Virginia, Troy, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Alabama, and Ole Miss The all-SEC side of the bracket featuring Texas, Georgia, Alabama and Oklahoma — guaranteeing the SEC a College World Series finalist for the ninth consecutive year Our picks for every opening game matchup when play begins in Omaha Which teams we believe come out of each bracket and advance to the CWS championship series Our prediction for who wins the 2026 College World Series title and how many games it takes Why the 2026 College World Series is the best baseball being played anywhere in the country right now and why every baseball fan needs to be watching Whether you are heading to Omaha, watching from home, or a recruit following the programs on your list — this is your complete guide to the 2026 College World Series. New episodes of Dugout Dish drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss recruiting and development intel that could change your player's future. Gloves - www.kaligloves.com Diamond College Showcase Camps - www.diamondcollegeshowcase.com Team Match Sports - www.teammatchsports.com Chapters (00:00:02) - Dugout Dish: NC State vs Georgia(00:07:49) - Why Start the Kansas vs Oklahoma Game?(00:15:47) - Transfer Baseball: The Omaha(00:23:06) - West Virginia vs. Ole Miss in the NCAA Tournament(00:29:37) - Georgia vs Oklahoma in the National Baseball Championship Bracket(00:37:25) - Who Will Win the College Baseball Championship?(00:44:05) - Omaha World Series: Rich Hopes for College Baseball(00:49:40) - This Week In The Game: College Baseball

    51 min
  5. Youth Baseball Pitch Counts Are Failing Young Pitchers — What College Programs Do Differently | EMD Shorts

    Jun 8 ·  Bonus

    Youth Baseball Pitch Counts Are Failing Young Pitchers — What College Programs Do Differently | EMD Shorts

    Arm injuries in youth and high school baseball are rising at an alarming rate — and the pitch count rules designed to prevent them may be doing less than we think. In this episode of Dugout Dish, EMD Baseball pulls back the curtain on why current pitch count guidelines at the youth and high school level are outdated, how college programs actually manage and protect their pitching staffs, and what the youth baseball community needs to prioritize to start reversing the trend of rising arm injuries in young players.   What we cover:   Why the current pitch count rules at the youth and high school level are outdated and not adequately protecting young arms from injury How college baseball programs plan their weekend rotations, manage pitch counts, and keep arm safety at the center of every pitching decision they make Why college pitchers are actually getting significantly more rest and recovery time than most youth players — and what that gap means for long term arm health The alarming rise of arm injuries in youth and high school baseball and what is driving it How prioritizing rest, recovery, and a smarter approach to pitch counts at the youth level could dramatically reduce arm injuries in young pitchers What parents, coaches, and youth programs can start doing right now to better protect the arms of younger athletes before the damage is done Why the way college programs think about arm safety should be the model for youth baseball at every level   This episode is essential listening for every parent of a young pitcher, every youth baseball coach, and every player who wants a long and healthy career on the mound. New episodes of Dugout Dish drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss recruiting and development intel that could change your player's future. Gloves - www.kaligloves.com Diamond College Showcase Camps - www.diamondcollegeshowcase.com Team Match Sports - www.teammatchsports.com Chapters (00:00:02) - Are Your Kids Playing Proper Catch?(00:07:10) - Pitch Counts at College Camps(00:15:23) - Travel Baseball Coach's Request(00:23:57) - Emmedd Baseball: Travel Ball Coaches, High School Co

    25 min
  6. 2026 NCAA Super Regional Picks, Regional Recap & The Velocity Revolution Reshaping College Baseball - Ep. 170

    Jun 4

    2026 NCAA Super Regional Picks, Regional Recap & The Velocity Revolution Reshaping College Baseball - Ep. 170

    2026 NCAA Super Regional Picks, Regional Recap & The Velocity Revolution Reshaping College Baseball - Ep. 170   Regional weekend is done and the road to Omaha runs through eight super regional matchups this weekend. In this episode of Dugout Dish, EMD Baseball recaps every regional result, makes their picks for all eight super regionals, and takes a deep dive into one of the defining stories of the 2026 NCAA Tournament — the velocity revolution happening across college baseball and what it means for hitters, defenders, and recruits at every level.   What we cover:   A full recap of regional weekend — every result, every upset, and the programs that punched their ticket to a super regional Our picks for all eight super regional matchups and the teams we believe are Omaha bound when the weekend is over The velocity numbers that defined regional weekend — the field average fastball sat at 90.8 MPH across the entire tournament field Which program ran the highest staff average velocity of any team in the tournament at a remarkable 94.4 MPH How college hitters have evolved their approach to handle elite velocity at a level we have never seen before in college baseball Why defense has become an increasingly critical separator in a college baseball environment defined by high strikeout rates and premium stuff The ACC's disappointing regional weekend — a breakdown of what went wrong for one of the sport's premier conferences and why winning a regional under the current tournament format is harder than ever What the velocity revolution means for high school pitchers and hitters who want to compete at the college level Whether you are a college baseball fan mapping out your super regional weekend or a recruit trying to understand what the college game demands right now — this episode covers it all. New episodes of Dugout Dish drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss recruiting and development intel that could change your player's future. Gloves - www.kaligloves.com Diamond College Showcase Camps - www.diamondcollegeshowcase.com Team Match Sports - www.teammatchsports.com Chapters (00:00:02) - Kevin Smith & Jonathan Grasse(00:02:19) - NCAA Tournament: First weekend thoughts(00:09:59) - NCAA baseball regional coverage(00:16:20) - Better Practice, Better Velocity(00:23:11) - Baseball's Hardball(00:23:57) - Kansas vs Georgia Tech(00:31:59) - St. John's vs Alabama Baseball(00:38:36) - Oregon vs Texas(00:46:20) - Oregon vs Mississippi State in the NCAA Super Regional(00:53:22) - Go Georgia vs Mississippi State(01:00:42) - Auburn vs. Ole Miss(01:09:43) - North Carolina vs USC(01:15:02) - Big Ten baseball postseason preview(01:21:12) - West Virginia vs LSU in the Regional(01:28:01) - West Virginia vs Cal Poly(01:34:06) - 4 of Your Top 7 Recruiting Picks For 2019

    1h 36m
  7. NCAA 5-for-5 Eligibility Vote Update — EMD Shorts

    Jun 1 ·  Bonus

    NCAA 5-for-5 Eligibility Vote Update — EMD Shorts

    The NCAA 5-for-5 eligibility vote has been moved to June — and with significant support behind it, college athletics may be on the verge of its biggest eligibility change in decades. In this episode of Dugout Dish, EMD Baseball gives you the latest update on exactly what the proposed rule says, when it would take effect, and what it means for every player, family, and program navigating college baseball right now. What we cover: • The latest update on the 5-for-5 vote — why it has been moved to June and how much support it currently has heading into that vote • Exactly how the new five year eligibility model would work — what changes, what stays the same, and what it means for current and future recruits • When the eligibility clock starts under the new rule — high school graduation or a student athlete's 19th birthday, whichever comes first • What limited waivers would still be available and which circumstances would qualify under the new model • The one time transfer rule that would go into effect alongside the eligibility change and what it means for players considering a move • Our thoughts on the broader transfer portal picture — how this rule reshapes the way coaches and players think about transferring • How D1 roster construction changes under a five year eligibility model and which programs stand to benefit most • Who this rule change helps, who it hurts, and what recruits at every stage of the process should be thinking about right now We will continue to bring you updates on this as more information becomes available so you stay ahead of every change coming to college baseball. New episodes of Dugout Dish drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss recruiting and development intel that could change your player's future. Gloves - www.kaligloves.com Diamond College Showcase Camps - www.diamondcollegeshowcase.com Team Match Sports - www.teammatchsports.com Chapters (00:00:02) - NCAA Baseball: 5 for 5 Rule(00:10:22) - The One Year Transfer Portal(00:22:03) - Transfer Portal: A Step in the Process(00:31:15) - Top 10 Prospects: Aaron Dobson

    33 min
  8. College Baseball Postseason Is Here — Why Everyone Need to Be Watching - Ep. 169

    May 28

    College Baseball Postseason Is Here — Why Everyone Need to Be Watching - Ep. 169

    College Baseball Postseason Is Here — Why Everyone Need to Be Watching - Ep. 169   The college baseball postseason is officially in full swing at every level — and for any player who wants to play college baseball one day, right now is the most important time of year to be paying attention. In this episode of Dugout Dish, EMD Baseball breaks down what is happening across the D1, D2, and D3 brackets, where things stand heading into this week, and exactly why watching postseason college baseball is one of the most valuable things a recruit can do for their development and their recruitment.   What we cover:   The NCAA D1 bracket released Monday — what it looks like, which programs are in, and what to watch for in the opening rounds Where the D2 postseason stands with super regional weekends recently wrapped up and the World Series coming later this week The D3 bracket and what is on deck as they head towards crowning their new national champion Why watching the college baseball playoffs is not just entertaining — it is essential viewing for every high school player who wants to compete at the next level What recruits should specifically be looking for when they watch — the speed of the game, the competitiveness, the situational baseball, and the intensity of every at bat How to watch D1, D2, and D3 postseason baseball right now on streaming platforms and online for free or low cost Why seeing what college baseball actually looks and feels like is one of the most important steps in understanding whether you are ready — and how to get there   All of college baseball is playing for a national championship right now. If you aspire to be part of it — tune in and see exactly what you are working toward. New episodes of Dugout Dish drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss recruiting and development intel that could change your player's future. Gloves - www.kaligloves.com Diamond College Showcase Camps - www.diamondcollegeshowcase.com Team Match Sports - www.teammatchsports.com Chapters (00:00:02) - Dugout Dish: College Baseball Selection Podcast(00:07:27) - Wonders of the NCAA Tournament: The Sunbelt(00:14:14) - West Virginia vs Virginia in the Regional(00:21:22) - Georgia Tech vs Arkansas in the NCAA Regional(00:28:50) - Kansas vs Arkansas(00:37:08) - Auburn vs Mississippi State in the NCAA Regional(00:43:46) - Nebraska vs Ole Miss(00:50:32) - North Carolina vs USC in the NCAA Baseball Regional(00:58:36) - Santa Barbara vs Tarleton NCAA Regional(01:05:11) - Alabama vs Oklahoma State in the NCAA Tournament(01:12:26) - Florida Gators vs Miami Hurricanes(01:20:29) - D1 Baseball World Series

    1h 25m
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With a combined 25 years of collegiate coaching experience at the Division I, II, and III levels we will bring you the latest insights, analysis, and interviews about the world of college baseball recruiting. Each week, we will break down topics relevant to the college baseball recruiting landscape. In addition to breaking down the latest recruiting news, we'll also be speaking with coaches and players around the country. Our guests will provide valuable insights into what it takes to make it as a college baseball player and share their experiences and knowledge of the recruiting process.Whether you're a high school player, parent, or coach looking to learn more about the recruiting process or gather insights from college coaches this podcast has something for everyone. So join us each week as we dive deep into the world of college baseball recruiting.

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