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Ep.19: Madera head baseball coach Andy Underwood, former Bulldog, and Rockies draft pick Brian Lapin and current Madera football coach Kenny Paolinelli join the show. We get into the Dodgers and Braves NLDS Game 5 troubles, talk the MLB playoffs going forward. The recent story regarding minor league players pay is discussed and last but not least we get into the CA bill which allows collegiate ath...

Ep. 18: Former Buchanan Bear, Fresno State Bulldog and current Cleveland Indians OF Jordan Luplow joins the show. We get into his time at Buchanan and becoming a Bulldog. We hear his draft story as well as getting called up to the SHOW....He also takes some time to get into his BP routine and cage routine plus much more. Jordan had a fantastic 2019 season and we wish him even more success in 2020!...

Ep. 17: We were very lucky to sit and talk with Hall of Fame Coach Bob Bennett. Coach is nearly 20 years retired from coaching at Fresno State but is sharp as ever and is still full of passion about the game. Coach talks about how he got on at Fresno State and what it took to get long time assistant coach Mike Rupcich. We talk Bulldog history, teams and players and the building of Beiden Field whi...

Episode 16: Jordan Brink joins the show. Talks about his career as a Fresno State Bulldog, the role he played each season. He also discusses his pro career and working through Indy ball to get back to affiliate baseball with the Brewers. It was a great story to follow throughout the summer of 2019. We would like to thank Jordan for spending some time with us and wish him the best in 2020!

Episode 15: Madera High stand out Alec Gamboa joins the show. Alec was suppose to be the first guest on the show...We remember Sam Flores and Alec talks his expericence with Coach Flo. Alec discusses his journey through Tommy John surgery and his rehab to getting back on the mound at Fresno City. He also talks about being drafted and the days leading up to the draft. Alec touches on his time at Fr...

Episode 14: Rick Vanderhook, Head Coach at Cal State Fullerton joins the show. Coach Vanderhook talks a little Fullerton history and its importance to current players. We also get into some tools the Titans staff look for in recruits and some of the recent valley players to put on a Titan uniform. He also talks his relationship with former Head Coach of the Titans Auggie Garrido. Thank you to Coac...

Episode 13: We had the pleasure of talking with John Savage, Head Baseball Coach at UCLA. Coach Savage gives some great insight into recruiting and follows up with some things his pitchers work on throughout the fall. We also get his thoughts on a potential Pac12 Tournament and the NCAA D1 Council ruling to not have a paid 3rd assistant coach and its impact on college programs. Coach Savage shares...

Episode 12: The guys sit down with Central Grizzlies coach Mitch Mulligan. Coach talks a little bit of the fall workout routine and breaks down the 2019 season as well as returning players for 2020. We also get into his playing career from Selma, COS, and FPU. One topic the guys hit on is the positives of JUCO baseball and the development that players get from it. Enjoy the show! HIT.OR.DIE would...

Episode 11: Former Buchanan Bear and AAA manager Tony Mansolino joins the show. He played for Buchanan High School, Vanderbilt and was drafted by the Pirates. He has been coaching in the Indians organization for the last 9 years. Tony talks about his playing career and the process he went through to where he is now and also how complicated managing at the pro level can be. Get involved with the sh...

Episode 10: Reedley College head coach Steve Pearse joins us. We discuss his playing career from El Cerrito High School to the legendary 1988 Bulldogs club that went to Omaha. Also his start in coaching, from Laney College to Fresno State to UCLA....and three trips to the CWS! Twice as a coach and once as a player. He also tells us about his interview process for the Reedley College coaching job a...

Bush League #2: Jake and Chad are on their own for the first time since ep. 1. News of the local official's contracts not being finalized was Breaking News that seems to have been resolved....the officials are going to get the pay increase they asked for....but we ask if this could open the door for talks regarding coaching stipends? Coaches are paid far less than officials and spend 9 to 10 month...

Episode 9: We sit down with the Fresno High Warriors baseball coach, Jason Papi. Papi takes us through his years at Hoover.....yes Hoover! He gets into his playing years at Fresno City and Fresno State. Jason also talks his start in coaching and when he began his career at Fresno High. Jason also gives us some insight in to the Fresno Easter Classic, the challenges they face and the work it takes...

Episode 8: Jake and Chad sit down with long-time Fresno City baseball coach Ron Scott. Ron is entering his 32nd season as the FCC head coach and currently second all-time in wins with 1,037. They discuss his playing days at the University of Miami and his time with the Portland Mavericks. Ron also talks about his coaching journey to Fresno City College and taking over for hall of fame coach Len Bo...

Episode 7: Jason Donald joins us and talks his baseball career, from Buchanan to his time with the Cleveland Indians. Jason shares memories on playing at Arizona, going to the CWS, playing at Yankee Stadium for the futures game, winning a Bronze medal for team USA in the Beijing Olympics, his call up to the MLB and the "Perfect" game and Jim Joyce safe call. Hope you all enjoy!! Stream the Show: I...

Ep. 6: We are joined by Madera High Head Coach Andy Underwood and Fresno High Asst. Anthony Pedrozo. We talk a about the MLB Hall Of Fame, new rule changes in the Atlantic Coast League and Chad presents some possible changes in a few central section leagues. Find The Show on: Itunes Spotify Soundcloud IHeartRadio Google Podcast Spreaker Also on YouTube Check us out on Facebook and Twitter @HITORDI...

Episode 5: Special guest, long time Clovis High baseball coach, James Patrick. Also joining the conversation are his sons Kevin Patrick, Clovis West head coach and new head coach of the Clovis High Cougars, Chris Patrick. Find the show on: Itunes Spotify Soundcloud Iheartradio Google Podcasts YouTube Spreaker Follow us on Twitter @HITORDIEPODCAST On Facebook: HIT OR DIE Show was recorded: 7-16-19

Episode 4: We discuss the 2019 NCAA tourney…We speak with former Fresno Grizzly and current pitching coach/recruiter for Sacramento State baseball, Tyler LaTorre…We wrap up MLB All Star week and some local baseball news. To get involved please contact us: hit.or.die.podcast@gmail.com @HITORDIEPODCAST on Twitter And check out Hit Or Die on Facebook Find the Show on: Search Hit Or Die Itunes Spotify...

Episode 3: We talk briefly about MLB All Star week and make our picks for the Home Run Derby. We also have a great conversation with current scout for the Boston Red Sox, Josh Labandeira. To get involved please contact us: hit.or.die.podcast@gmail.com @HITORDIEPODCAST on Twitter Find the Show on: Search Hit Or Die Itunes Spotify Soundcloud YouTube - Hit Or Die Spreaker Our Twitter Page: @HITORDIEP...

Episode 2 we have our first guest on the show. Karson Simas, 2019 draft pick of the Boston Red Sox and 3 year varsity player at Clovis West High School.

Episode 1 Was a test to mix and edit audio, make sure levels were good..and to just chat some baseball.. Show Email: hit.or.die.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: @HITORDIEPODCAST