Cold Weather Bats

The last pre-season episode of Season 6 is here! Brandon Justice and Griffin Green recap what might have been the biggest weekend in CWB history — the 2026 Player Draft at HVAC on Saturday and the Cold Weather Combine at 2SP on Sunday. The guys break down which team came out on top (spoiler: Brandon isn't shy about it), the biggest steals of the draft, and the players who slipped further than they...

The CWB Player Draft is back — and this episode breaks down everything you need to know before draft night. Michael Rubenstein and Griffin Green preview the 2026 CWB Player Draft taking place Saturday, February 28 at 7:00 PM at HVAC (Huron Valley Athletic Complex) in Milford, MI. In this episode, they explain what the Player Draft actually is, how the live draft format works, and why it’s become o...

Episode 2 of the College Baseball Preview Show gets loud in the best way — Griff Green sits down with Michigan State dudes Parker Pico and Ryan McKay to talk recruiting stories, transferring, coming home, and why this Spartan team is built on competing… and calling each other out (yes, even freshmen getting on upperclassmen). DOMINATE THE MENTAL GAME. GET 10% OFF YOUR PISON ORDER WITH PROMO CWB10:...

The college season is here, and we’re kicking things off with a deep dive into University of Michigan Baseball. DOMINATE THE MENTAL GAME. GET 10% OFF YOUR PISON ORDER WITH PROMO CWB10: https://pison.com/cold-weather-bats In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, Griffin Green sits down with Noah Miller to preview the Wolverines’ upcoming season and what fans should expect this spring. Noah talks about...

NIL has officially come to the MHSAA — and the ripple effects are just beginning. In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, we break down what high school NIL really means in Michigan: who stands to benefit, who could get left behind, and who’s quietly paying attention behind the scenes. Next, we dove into news in Alabama where they have separated private and public schools from athletic championships...

It’s January, and baseball season is closer than you think. With 49 days until tryouts, we talk about what this time of year really looks like for high school baseball programs, from ABCA conversations to offseason prep and how teams are positioning themselves before tryouts even begin. We also touch on the Cold Weather Bats Player Draft presented by AstroTurf and how to get involved. Finally, we...

In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, we welcome back one of our own — CWB co-founder and “prodigal son” Brian Sakowski, now the Director of Recruiting at the University of Virginia. We dive into Brian’s full journey, from growing up in Michigan to his time at Duke, and now building one of the premier recruiting operations in the country at UVA. Brian pulls back the curtain on college baseball rec...

In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, we’re diving straight into why the Player’s Draft is officially returning — what it is, why it matters, how players, coaches, families, and even local businesses can get involved, and what this year’s version is going to look like. If you’re wondering how the whole thing works or where you can plug in, this episode lays it all out. From there, we roll into the...

In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, we start with the next five names in the CWB Top 100 countdown, highlighting players ranked #85 through #81. It’s another impressive group featuring talent from across the state, including several players poised for breakout seasons this spring. Then, we turn our attention to one of the biggest developments in the Michigan baseball community. Jake Hornbacher a...

In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, we sit down with Broder Katke from Brother Rice High School to talk about his recent commitment to Vanderbilt University. Broder opens up about his recruiting journey, the role his family played throughout the process, and what it means to join one of the top programs in college baseball. We also continue our Top 100 countdown, breaking down #90–86, and talk w...

In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, we continue our Top 100 countdown with a breakdown of players ranked 95 through 91. We go in depth on each name, giving you insight into what makes these players stand out. Our interview segment features Marc Deschanes, Zach Sorensen, and Donovan Santas of Pison, as we announce an exciting new partnership between Pison x Cold Weather Bats. We dive into what Pi...

Cold Weather Bats kicks off the highly anticipated CWB Top 100 series, highlighting the best high school baseball players in Michigan for the 2026 season. We begin the countdown with players ranked 100 through 95, breaking down their strengths and what makes them stand out on the diamond. This episode also features an in-depth interview with Michigan State commit and Forest Hills Eastern right-han...

Welcome to the Rundown Episode 1. Hosted by Griffin Green, we dive into everything baseball. From youth, to high school and beyond, come grab a seat and enjoy the show. Join us every other week for the next edition of the Rundown!

The high school baseball season in Michigan has officially wrapped, and we’re breaking it all down. In this episode, we recap everything that went down across the state — from standout teams and players to the drama of the state title games. We dig into the biggest storylines of the postseason and give our honest take on how things played out across all divisions. Plus, we go deep on the current p...

In this episode of CWB, we’re joined by Royal Oak Leprechauns standout Tristan Crane, who’s doing it all this summer — pitching, playing shortstop, and holding down the three-hole in the lineup. Tristan talks about the team’s grind through a brutal seven-games-in-seven-days stretch, how he balances his two-way role, and what fans can expect from the Leps in the weeks ahead. We also preview the upc...

Just in time for the start of the College World Series, the Bald Banter crew is joined by Noah Bieniek of @11point7 to dive into everything college baseball. Noah checks in from Charles Schwab Field in Omaha to preview the CWS, break down key teams to watch, and give his take on the wild world of the transfer portal, recruiting trends, and standout storylines — including Michigan native and Murray...

Summer baseball is officially here, and we’re kicking it off with one of the biggest names in the game in the state of Michigan. On this episode of Spittin’ Seeds, Michael and Nick sit down with Drew Huard — Head Coach at Madonna University and the man behind one of Michigan’s top exposure events: Exposure at the Grands. We talk about what makes this tournament a magnet for college coaches, how pl...

Welcome to a brand-new season of summer ball — Cold Weather Bats is back with full coverage of the 2025 Royal Oak Leprechauns! In this season preview episode, hosts Michael Rubenstein, Brandon Justice, and Griffin Green dive into everything you need to know about the Leps heading into a highly anticipated summer at The Lucky Corner. We sit down with Head Coach Chris Faust to talk about his journey...

In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, Michael and Brandon jump right into previewing Saturday’s regional finals and possible quarterfinal matchups across all four divisions in Michigan high school baseball. We go division by division, break down the key games to watch, and give our picks on who we think moves on.  If you're following the tournament closely, this one's for you.

In this special edition of Spittin’ Seeds, host Michael — Northwood alum and former USA Prime Michigan coach — sits down with two key players from the Northwood Timberwolves baseball team, Josh Getz and Tyler Sager, as they prepare to compete in the 2025 NCAA Division II College World Series in Cary, North Carolina. For the first time in program history, Northwood is headed to the CWS — and it’s n...

This week on Spittin’ Seeds, we’re bringing you a special Memorial Day edition packed with playoff buzz, big life news, and real talk for baseball families. We kick things off with a moment of reflection for the meaning behind the holiday — honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice — before diving into Michigan high school baseball playoffs. We’ve got teams to watch, playoff dark horses, and...

The Cold Weather Bats crew teams up for a special crossover episode to break down eight key districts ahead of the 2025 MHSAA Baseball Playoffs — four from Division 1 and four from Division 2. Joining the show are: Michael Rubenstein and Nick Swanson from Spittin' Seeds Dan Greisbaum Jr. representing Cold Weather Bats Griffin Green from Bald Banter Together, we dive into the toughest matchups, sle...

We are back for Episode 4 of Spittin' Seeds, and it’s a loaded one. We kick things off with a Michigan high school baseball update and dive into what May really means for coaches and players — from playoff prep to managing the mental game. We spotlight our latest Patreon post on how to keep developing when you don’t have a field (hint: no excuses). Then, it’s the great travel ball debate — is goin...

Hosts Griffin Green and Taylor Grzelakowski sit down with guests to discuss their paths through the college baseball recruitment process. Tune in for real stories, helpful insights, and a closer look at what it takes to make it to the next level.

In this episode of the Super 25 Roundtable, the CWB crew and special guests dive into the latest rankings, standout performances, and the biggest movers of the week. Who’s rising, who’s slipping, and which teams are making serious noise? We’ll debate it all, share some bold predictions, and spotlight a few under-the-radar squads you need to keep an eye on. Grab a seat — it’s time to talk shop with...