Diggin' Deep Shows

World Series Champ & 2023 NL Manager of the Year Skip Schumaker joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! Skip talks about his playing days and how meeting guys like Pete Moylan helped shape team culture. Skip details his journey from player to manager, and how he applies the lessons he's learned as a player to cater to his managerial style. The guys dig deep on how analytics are utilized, what communicatio...

Barstool's 'Frank the Tank' joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! Frank takes us back to his baseball roots, growing up in a family full of Yankee fans but falling in love with the Mets and Doc Gooden. In his days before Barstool, Frank worked as a court clerk until one Mets Opening Day an NJ Transit debacle lead to an infamous rant that peaked the interest of Dave Portnoy. Frank explains how his viral...

Xavier Scruggs joins the guys on Diggin’ Deep! The former Marlin and Cardinal shares his journey from 19th round pick to the big leagues. X had the priviledge of playing with legends of the game like Ichiro and Yadier Molina, and even had Barry Bonds as his hitting coach when he was with the Marlins. Xavier relives some of those stories and talks about what his biggest takeaways were from spending...

Jose Iglesias joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! Jose takes us back to his journey to the MLB from humble beginnings in Cuba. With just $500 to his name, Jose was able to make the most of his opportunities and make a major league roster with the Red Sox in 2011. He details the impact that World Series champ Dustin Pedroia had on him as a rookie and the role he played as Jose's mentor. In 2013, Jose w...

Tom Marchitelli joins the guys on Diggin' Deep! Tom is the founder of Gents Playbook, which outfits over 400+ athletes and celebrities with custom suits. Before his sports fashion business took off, it started as a side hustle. Tom was working a job in corporate finance in New York City, but always had a passion for fashion. He got his start by sourcing some of the best suit materials from England...

Fernando Tatis Jr. and Jurickson Profar join Diggin' Deep! The Padres duo shares stories from their journeys in baseball, revealing the human side of being MLB players. They discuss the pressures and misinterpretations from traditional media, highlighting how actions and words are often misconstrued. The guys also dive into the challenges of managing public perception and the frustration of being...

Dianna Russini joins Diggin' Deep! Dianna opens up about the major career decision she recently made, leaving her long time position at ESPN for The Athletic. In the midst of this huge change, Dianna also had her 2nd child. She talks about the work-life balance of being a mom and one of the top NFL reporters in the country. One of the athletes Dianna has become close with in recent years is Saquon...

Digital Creator Nicky Cass (Nick Cassano) joins Diggin’ Deep! Nick takes us back to the night he was working at a gym alone and decided to film his first piece of content. The video blew up and got over 2 million views, and it scared him so much he deleted the app. He takes us through how he has evolved since that day as a creator, businessman, and person. From shooting TikToks in his backyard, to...

Actor, comedian and diehard Royals fan Paul Rudd joins Diggin’ Deep! Paul takes us through his acting journey and how his career has evolved over time. From landing his first big hit ‘Anchorman’ to becoming a star in the Marvel universe with ‘Ant-Man’, Paul details his inspiring journey. Paul takes you behind the curtain on some of the most iconic comedy movie sets of all-time. He describes how he...

Actor, comedian, and Kansas City superfan Rob Riggle joins Diggin' Deep! Rob relives memories of the Kansas City Royals 2014 & 2015 World Series runs where he made clubhouse appearances with the guys. He also talks about how Kansas City has evolved as a sports town, and where his passion for KC sports comes from. Riggle takes the guys on a nostalgic trip down memory lane, talking about the best mo...

Royals legend and MLB Hall of Famer George Brett joins Diggin' Deep! From the legendary pine tar incident to the pressures of the World Series, he shares the stories that highlight the highs and lows of his career with the Royals. George shares hilarious and memorable experiences, including his unexpected journey with hemorrhoids during the 1980 playoffs, a wild night in Vegas that ended in an unf...

Kansas City Royals GM JJ Picollo joins the guys this week! JJ shares his baseball journey, from college player to GM, emphasizing the importance of being a good teammate, the challenges of scouting and player development, and the evolving landscape of the sport. He talks about the extension of Bobby Witt Jr, what he brings to the ballpark day in and day out, and what made him stand out as a franch...

Comedian Sarah Tiana joins Eric Hosmer, Peter Moylan and guest hosts Mike Moustakas and Anthony Seratelli to dig deeper into Sarah's love for baseball (Braves fan) and it's intersection with her profession as comedian and writer. She reveals behind-the-scenes stories as a joke-writer for the Tom Brady Netflix roast, sharing stories about crafting jokes for NFL stars like Gronk and Peyton Manning,...

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth sits down with Hosmer, Su'a and guest host Mike Moustakas, for a conversation that digs deeper into Jake's personal MLB journey, from signing with the Tampa Bay Rays in the 7th round of the 2015 MLB Draft to the San Diego Padres, where he was traded in a deal along with Tommy Pham. Jake discusses how he believes he wouldn't have made it to the big league...

Milwaukee Brewers MLB star Christian Yelich joins us for a a deeper understanding of team dynamics and leadership within the Brewers, emphasizing how players like Christian lead by example and support younger teammates. Yelich and Hosmer give insightful and entertaining conversation covering topics like the mental and physical challenges faced by professional baseball players, and the nuances in t...

Eric Hosmer , Anthony Seratelli , and Justin Su'a sit down with former MLB pitcher, Peter Moylan for an incredible journey through his life and career. From humble beginnings in Australia to the bright lights of Major League Baseball , by way of the World Baseball Classic , Peter Moylan's story is one of resilience , adaptability , and unyielding passion for the game. He's a " glue guy ". A glue g...

Special guests Kacie Hosmer (formerly McDonnell, Eric’s wife) and Mike Moustakas (2015 World Series champ, Eric’s former teammate) join this Father’s Day special episode where they open up about the profound impact family has on their lives and baseball careers. Eric Hosmer and Mike Moustakas share how becoming fathers transformed their perspectives, helping them to leave the stresses of the field...

Join MLB pitcher Dallas Keuchel and sports broadcaster Kelly Nash as they unveil the layers of emotional support and leadership that shape the world of professional sports, and their marriage, in this episode of the Diggin' Deep Podcast. Dallas, known for his strategic prowess on the mound and his journey through various major league teams, and Kelly, celebrated for her insightful sports reporting...

We sit down with MLB player, Kansas City Royals World Series Champ, Mike Moustakas . Moustakas shares candid stories from his career, illustrating how he and his teammates find humor even in the toughest situations. Moustakas, along with co-hosts Eric Hosmer and Anthony Seratelli , reminisces about their time as minor league teammates with the Kansas City Royals. They share fond memories of winnin...

In this Memorial Day special episode , Hosmer, Sua and Moylan are joined by Dr. Josh Appel , a former US Air Force Pararescue Jumper and current VA physician. From his unexpected journey as a high diver in a German amusement park to his harrowing rescue mission during Operation Red Wings , Josh shares incredible stories of resilience, teamwork, and leadership. Listen in as they discuss the signifi...

In this episode we turn the spotlight on one of our hosts, Justin Su'a . Justin is a renowned Process & Development Coach for elite professional athletes ( previously known to organizations as a "mental performance coach".) Su'a shares his inspiring journey from dreaming about a career focused on improving athletes performance, to making it a reality. Justin opens up about a pivotal moment when hi...

World Series Champion catcher , and beloved KC Royal , Salvador Perez , known affectionately as “ Salvy ”, joins the Diggin' Deep Podcast with former teammates Eric Hosmer & Anthony Seratelli , along with Process & Development Coach, Justin Su’a and 12-year MLB veteran pitcher, Peter Moylan .  Salvy provides a heartfelt and genuine look into the life and challenges of a Major League Baseball catch...

6’8” ace pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tyler Glasnow , joins Eric Hosmer and the Diggin’ Deep crew to discuss his journey in major league baseball and the mental aspects of being a big league pitcher. Tyler opens up about the unique opportunity he has with the Dodgers , a team packed with star-studded talent and potential. Glasnow shares stories from his experiences on different teams, refl...

Step into the world of baseball mentorship with Mike Sweeney .  Once a legendary Major League Baseball player for the Kansas City Royals, Mike now devotes himself to the nuances of guiding young athletes towards excellence on and off the field. With host Eric Hosmer , a former Royal himself, they explore poignant stories of Mike's journey as both a mentor and a former player, highlighting the deep...

Fernando Tatis & Jurickson Profar join the DDP crew for a truly unique discussion that allows a candid listen to on-field and off-field topics as they chat with hosts Eric Hosmer , Peter Moylan , and Justin Su'a . Tatis & Profar peel back the curtains on the life of major league players , and tell stories from their days with Hoz as teammates on the San Diego Padres. The conversation kicks off wit...