Around the Lumber Yard: Official Podcast of The Clinton LumberKings

In part two, of the season finale, Andrés Tejeda and Chris Mickelson chat about the Western Conference Final, announce player awards and say their final thank-you's and goodbyes to end the 2025 season. The emotions will be felt in this episode, so grab your favorite LumberKings fans and enjoy the final piece of our look Around the Lumber Yard before we close it up for the offseason! Recorded: Augu...

In part one, of a two part season finale episode, Andrés Tejeda and Chris Mickelson chat about the final regular season games of 2025 as well as the LumberKings playoff run in the 2025 Prospect League Playoffs. Andrés and Chris also catch up with 3rd base coach, Trevor Burkhart and two of the three pitchers who participated in the Northwest Division Championship, JC Dermody and Tyler Welch. From h...

Welcome to the final regular season episode of Around the Lumber Yard! Your hosts, Andrés Tejeda & Chris Mickelson talk about the 3-4 week for the LumberKings as well as their home for the final 4 games of the regular season before Playoffs begin on August 1st with the Northwest Division Championship. The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp and Burlington Bees are still battling for the final spot i...

The 2025 Prospect League season is winding down, and there's a lot to unpack. This week, Andrés and Chris dive into the action with a full recap of the Prospect League All-Star Game — who represented the LumberKings and how they made their mark. Then, the conversation shifts to a challenging 1-3 road trip and what the team needs to bounce back in the final stretch. We also take a moment to hig...

In this episode of Around the Lumber Yard, LumberKings broadcast producer, Kannon Wynkoop and on-field host, Chris Mickelson talk about this previous 5-1 week for the LumberKings as well as the All-Star game coming this week! We hope you enjoy this week's episode and the All-Star Break. Filmed: June 30, 2025Location: Clinton, IAMusic: Sport Rock by SoundridemusicDirected by: Andrés Tejeda &amp...

Join Andrés Tejeda, Voice of the LumberKings, and On-Field Host Chris Mickelson for a thrilling new episode as the Clinton LumberKings officially lock up the 1st half title in the Northwest Division! We’re naming our Player and Pitcher of the Week—and crowning our stars of the first half of the season. Plus, we look back at the past week of exciting baseball, relive memorable playoff appearances f...

The Clinton LumberKings are on fire! This week, General Manager Nate Vander Bleek and on-field host Chris Mickelson take over the mics to break down an undefeated week for the LumberKings. From clutch performances to early-season comparisons, the duo dives into what’s clicking for this team and why fans should be excited. Tune in for insights, laughs, and a deep look into a red-hot start to the su...

This BONUS episode of Around the Lumber Yard features the Voice of the LumberKings, Andrés Tejeda conducting an exclusive on-air interview with former Clinton LumberKing, Connor Giusti and his father, Russ. Connor reflects on his time with the club as he finishes his career as a college baseball player and all the experiences and lessons he's learned as he enters the work force. Russ, shares h...

The LumberKings wrapped up a gritty and eventful 4–2 road trip, and Andrés Tejeda, Voice of the LumberKings, is riding solo to break it all down on this week’s episode of Around the Lumber Yard . From a weather-shortened win over the Pistol Shrimp to a doubleheader split in Springfield and a statement sweep in Burlington, the Kings showed toughness and tenacity on the road. The trip ended with a w...

Opening Week is in the books, and the Clinton LumberKings are off to a competitive start in the 2025 Prospect League season. Hosts Andrés Tejeda, the Voice of the LumberKings, and on-field host Chris Mickelson break down all the action from the first six games — from a dominant Opening Night shutout of the defending champion Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp to a gritty split with the Springfield Luck...

Welcome to the Lumber Yard! Hosted by Andrés Tejeda, the Voice of the Clinton LumberKings and LumberKings, on-field host, Chris Mickelson. In the debut episode of Around the Lumber Yard , we’re looking back at highlights from the 2024 season and diving into what’s new for 2025. From returning players to offseason changes, this episode sets the stage for what’s shaping up to be an exciting year at...