The D1Baseball Podcast

Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, Joe Healy | D1Baseball

The D1Baseball Podcast is your home for college baseball news, analysis, rankings, and breaking stories — all from the trusted experts at D1Baseball. Hosted by Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, and Joe Healy, the show delivers year-round coverage of the NCAA baseball landscape. Each week, we break down the biggest storylines across the SEC, ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, and Mid-Major baseball, including Top 25 movement, transfer portal updates, Regional & CWS projections, coaching news, player development, and in-depth interviews with the sport’s most influential voices. Whether you’re locked in on your favorite team or want a national perspective on the Road to Omaha, The D1Baseball Podcast is the definitive source for college baseball fans. Follow now if you love college baseball! Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv  Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9

  1. Nebraska's Will Bolt, D1Baseball's Patrick Ebert [Sidearm Delivery]

    9H AGO

    Nebraska's Will Bolt, D1Baseball's Patrick Ebert [Sidearm Delivery]

    For this episode, we’re talking momentum -- how to build it and how to sustain it, so Shotgun Spratling brings on a head coach who has created some notable momentum in various ways at a place thirsting for college baseball success. Nebraska head coach Will Bolt joins Sidearm Delivery to talk about the different elements of momentum and how the Huskers have built and used those this season. Later in the show, we also chat with D1Baseball Midwest analyst Patrick Ebert about Nebraska and its push to be a potential regional host. 00:00 Welcome Back 02:02 Nebraska HC Will Bolt 27:31 D1Baseball's Patrick Ebert Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at https://kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order! SUBSCRIBE Apple: https://d1ba.se/Pod-Apple Spotify: https://d1ba.se/40Ne9Dq YouTube: https://d1ba.se/yt-sub Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    53 min
  2. Low Oxygen Zone Update [D1 Daily]

    21H AGO

    Low Oxygen Zone Update [D1 Daily]

    On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons discuss teams in the dreaded “low oxygen zone.” They highlight Vanderbilt’s roller-coaster series at Kentucky. Next they debate whether Arizona State belongs in the zone after costly losses despite a strong RPI/DSR. Then the discussion moves to Louisville’s ACC troubles and an important upcoming series with Clemson. Finally, they cover LSU being swept at home by Texas A&M, mounting injuries, and the broader SEC trend of champions struggling the next season. Plus a quick call to action to delay the transfer portal until after Omaha. 00:00 Welcome Back! 02:30 Low Oxygen Zone Intro 04:06 Vanderbilt 11:45 Arizona State Debate 14:54 Louisville vs Clemson 21:46 LSU 25:46 SEC Hangover Trend 26:56 A Quick Portal Timing Rant 27:46 Wrap Up For athletes and sports programs of all levels, AstroTurf has managed the entirety of the synthetic turf manufacturing process for decades. By focusing on quality, safety, and performance, AstroTurf continues to provide customized surfacing solutions for baseball and softball programs across the professional and collegiate ranks, including being the Official Synthetic Turf of MLB®. For more information, please visit https://astroturf.com/ Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at https://kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order! SUBSCRIBE Apple: https://d1ba.se/Pod-Apple Spotify: https://d1ba.se/40Ne9Dq YouTube: https://d1ba.se/yt-sub Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    28 min
  3. Week 11 Nerdcast: 2026 Field of 64 Projection

    1D AGO

    Week 11 Nerdcast: 2026 Field of 64 Projection

    Kendall Rogers and Aaron Fitt are joined by D1Baseball’s resident Bracketologist, Mark Etheridge, to discuss how the Field of 64 looks in Week 11 of the 2026 college baseball season! 00:00 Nerdcast Returns 01:13 Sponsors and Setup 01:25 UCLA's Perfect Run 02:45 Georgia Tech Locked In 03:23 Next Seeds: Texas, UNC, Texas A&M 04:38 Georgia Top-Eight Push 05:53 Coastal Carolina and FSU Debate 07:02 Auburn and SEC Logjam 09:07 Florida vs. FSU 14:51 Hosts 10-16 19:25 Big 12 Hosts: Kansas, WVU 22:59 ACC Bubble: BC vs. UVA 26:24 Ole Miss, Mississippi State and Final Hosts 28:27 Southern Miss Case Study 33:20 Seeding 17-32 40:16 Two Seed Fringe Teams 46:12 Conference-By-Conference Bids 49:30 ASUN Frontrunner 50:02 Big 12 Bubble Chaos 53:00 Big East and Big South Picks 54:14 Big Ten Bubble Teams 56:13 One-Bid League Roundup 58:10 MAC Spotlight, Miami (Ohio) 59:58 Mountain West and NEC Banter 01:01:25 OVC, Patriot and SEC Shakeup 01:04:15 Vanderbilt metrics debate 01:10:26 Mid-Major Champs and Sun Belt 01:16:05 WAC, WCC and Final Bubble 01:29:40 Wrap-Up and Closing Thoughts Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order! Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9 D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 36m
  4. Real Dudes of Week 10 [D1 Daily]

    1D AGO

    Real Dudes of Week 10 [D1 Daily]

    On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons review the Real Dudes from week 10 of the 2026 college baseball season. Players that are discussed are North Carolina freshman reliever Caden Glauber, Baylor closer Caleb Bunch, Texas starter Dylan Volantis, and Georgia’s Caden Aoki gutting through an outing. They discuss Lamar’s Chris Olivier throwing a CG on 109 pitches, Kansas innings-eater Dominic Voegele, and Arizona State’s Cole Carlon touching 100.7 mph and rebounding with a six-inning shutout. At the plate, they note huge hit totals from Dayton’s Danny MacDougall and Utah Tech’s Miller Durham, spotlight Louisville’s Tague Davis for his five home runs weekend, and spotlight Lindenwood freshman Sam Driscoll for an 8-for-11, 10-run, three-homer explosion at Morehead State. 00:00 Hello Friends 02:47 Real Dudes Pitchers 20:40 Real Dudes Hitters 30:38 Wrap Up For athletes and sports programs of all levels, AstroTurf has managed the entirety of the synthetic turf manufacturing process for decades. By focusing on quality, safety, and performance, AstroTurf continues to provide customized surfacing solutions for baseball and softball programs across the professional and collegiate ranks, including being the Official Synthetic Turf of MLB®. For more information, please visit https://astroturf.com/ Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at https://kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order! SUBSCRIBE Apple: https://d1ba.se/Pod-Apple Spotify: https://d1ba.se/40Ne9Dq YouTube: https://d1ba.se/yt-sub Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min
  5. The "Hey Now" Moments of Week 10: BC Surges, Nebraska Sweeps USC, Ole Miss Watch [D1 Daily]

    2D AGO

    The "Hey Now" Moments of Week 10: BC Surges, Nebraska Sweeps USC, Ole Miss Watch [D1 Daily]

    On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons roll through their "Hey Now" moments from week 10. They start in ACC with a focus on Boston College’s 5-0 week, including wins over Northeastern and UConn and a dominant series at Duke. They also highlight North Carolina’s statement series win over Georgia Tech, Nebraska’s emphatic sweep of USC (including a comeback walk-off after USC errors) + host outlook, and TCU’s resilience in winning a Baylor doubleheader amid injuries. The episode closes on Ole Miss’s recent success, praising its rotation, key bats, RPI position, and its performance during the gauntlet of Florida, LSU, and Tennessee. 00:00 Welcome Back! 01:24 North Florida + AstroTurf Shoutout 03:19 Boston College's Surge 07:18 ACC Title Math 09:39 North Carolina vs Georgia Tech 12:41 Nebraska Sweeps USC 18:04 TCU Grit Through Injuries 20:08 Ole Miss Watch 29:32 Final Thoughts + Signoff For athletes and sports programs of all levels, AstroTurf has managed the entirety of the synthetic turf manufacturing process for decades. By focusing on quality, safety, and performance, AstroTurf continues to provide customized surfacing solutions for baseball and softball programs across the professional and collegiate ranks, including being the Official Synthetic Turf of MLB®. For more information, please visit https://astroturf.com/ Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at https://kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order! SUBSCRIBE Apple: https://d1ba.se/Pod-Apple Spotify: https://d1ba.se/40Ne9Dq YouTube: https://d1ba.se/yt-sub Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 min
  6. Week Ten Recap

    2D AGO

    Week Ten Recap

    On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, and Joe Healy recap week ten around college baseball. 02:55 ACC Spotlight: UNC vs Georgia Tech 08:23 ACC Bubble and Bid Picture 13:53 SEC Weekend Rundown 14:47 Ole Miss Surge and Rotation 17:27 SEC Elite Arms Debate 20:30 Texas A&M Sweep and LSU Concerns 23:26 LSU Portal Priorities 26:44 Auburn Heating Up 28:39 Big 12 Weekend Shakeup 29:42 Texas Tech Crossroads 30:30 TCU Bubble Boost 31:16 Kansas Is For Real 33:13 Arizona State Momentum 34:23 Big 10 Scoreboard 35:30 Nebraska Statement Sweep 38:38 USC Resume Concerns 39:18 Purdue Debate Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order! Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9 D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    46 min
  7. Week Ten Preview

    5D AGO

    Week Ten Preview

    On this episode of the D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, and Joe Healy preview week ten around college baseball. 08:33 Week 10 Six Pack 10:20 SEC Spotlight: LSU & Texas A&M 12:26 Arkansas Shakeup 14:57 Texas A&M Freshmen Draft Buzz 17:11 ACC Series Of Weekend 20:31 UNC Bullpen Concerns 22:11 Big Ten: USC at Nebraska 25:51 Big 12 Last Stands 27:19 Weekend Slate Rundown 27:51 Underrated Series Watchlist 28:24 Big Ten Check In 29:07 Big East Showdown 30:51 Lineup Depth Theme 31:38 First Inning Pitching Woes 33:00 Liberty vs DBU Stakes 34:58 More Mid-Major Spotlights 37:00 Texas State vs Southern Miss 38:07 Sun Belt Culture Talk 41:27 Patriot League Rivalry Fun 44:03 Vandy at Kentucky Debate Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order! Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9 D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    55 min
  8. The KP Episode [D1 Daily]

    6D AGO

    The KP Episode [D1 Daily]

    On this episode of the D1 Daily, KP (Kyle Peterson) joins Burkie and Roons to take a stroll down memory lane. KP described his beginnings with ESPN, including the 2003 Long Beach State at Stanford Super Regional and sideline reporting at Rosenblatt Stadium. KP told the origin story of D1Baseball.com, including some of the highs and lows as the business began to take flight. Finally, Burkie wished KP a happy birthday... and he may have said the number a few times. 00:00 Welcome Back With KP 02:55 KP Turns 50 And Career Intro 08:19 Omaha Memories And Moments 10:54 Favorite Coaches And Stories 16:12 Wild Super Regional Memories 22:18 Building D1Baseball 32:36 Wrap Up For athletes and sports programs of all levels, AstroTurf has managed the entirety of the synthetic turf manufacturing process for decades. By focusing on quality, safety, and performance, AstroTurf continues to provide customized surfacing solutions for baseball and softball programs across the professional and collegiate ranks, including being the Official Synthetic Turf of MLB®. For more information, please visit https://astroturf.com/ Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at https://kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order! SUBSCRIBE Apple: https://d1ba.se/Pod-Apple Spotify: https://d1ba.se/40Ne9Dq YouTube: https://d1ba.se/yt-sub Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    34 min
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out of 5
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The D1Baseball Podcast is your home for college baseball news, analysis, rankings, and breaking stories — all from the trusted experts at D1Baseball. Hosted by Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, and Joe Healy, the show delivers year-round coverage of the NCAA baseball landscape. Each week, we break down the biggest storylines across the SEC, ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, and Mid-Major baseball, including Top 25 movement, transfer portal updates, Regional & CWS projections, coaching news, player development, and in-depth interviews with the sport’s most influential voices. Whether you’re locked in on your favorite team or want a national perspective on the Road to Omaha, The D1Baseball Podcast is the definitive source for college baseball fans. Follow now if you love college baseball! Is your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSv  Or maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9

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