Ducks On The Pond

Former MLB player Michael Cuddyer shares insights from his baseball journey, discussing his early career, recruitment process, and the differences in youth baseball today compared to when he was a player.  Cuddyer's son, Casey, recently peformed at Prep Baseball's Super 60 and Michael gives his perspective of Prep Baseball's national showcase circuit, Casey's recruitment from a parent's view, and...

In this episode of Ducks On The Pond, we chat with MASH's Steve McGuiggan to delve into the current state of baseball training, recruitment strategies, and the importance of commitment in player development.  We highlight standout MASH players from different classes, emerging talents, and the evolving landscape of youth baseball in Minnesota. Subscribe & listen. 

In this episode Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman welcome Brandon Hunt, the assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for NDSU baseball. They discuss the upcoming season, the challenges of recruiting in the Dakotas, and the importance of preparing players for high-level competition. Coach Hunt shares insights from his coaching journey, the evolving landscape of college baseball recruiting, and the...

In this episode, Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman welcome Rob Allison as they kick off the new year with a recap of the previous baseball season and a look ahead to 2026. The conversation begins with light-hearted banter about the holidays and transitions into a discussion about the impressive number of commitments from Minnesota baseball players, highlighting the growth of talent in the region. Th...

Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are joined by St. John's head coach Scott Lieser. He talks about the current D3 landscape, how he recruits for his program, and replacing a legendary coach.  Subscribe and follow. 

Rosemount's Jacob Michel is coming off a year in which his high school team went to state, he played for Team Minnesota at the Future Games, and made his college commitment to Oregon. Michel talks about his journey from being a Junior Future Games player to how he is focusing on his offseason development to prepare himself for the next level. Put this episode in your ears and pump it up.  Subscrib...

We're back with another season of Ducks On The Pond. To start Season 4, we're joined by Connor Gandossy, the University of Minnesota's Hitting Coach & Recruiting Coordinator.  In this episode, Coach Gandossy talks about his view on the current recruiting landscape, what he looks for in his talent evaluation process, and how the Gophers are set up for offensive success in 2026.  Listen and subscibe...

In this episode, Owen Marsolek , Prep Baseball Minnesota's Player of the Year, reflects on his high school baseball journey, discussing his impressive statistics, team dynamics, and the importance of mentorship. He shares insights on preparing for college baseball, the significance of physical development, and his favorite places to play and eat in Duluth. The conversation highlights the challenge...

In this episode, we dive into the world of high school baseball with Kade Wede from Harrisburg High School (SD). Kade shares insights on the upcoming season, team dynamics, and the rigorous training regimen that has helped him grow as an athlete. He discusses his experiences at various showcases, the importance of mental strength in sports, and his nutritional strategies for performance enhancemen...

In this episode, we sit down with the St. Thomas pitching coach Neal Kunick to discuss their approach to recruiting, player development, and building a competitive Division I program. Coach Kunick share insights on what they look for in a recruit, the importance of high baseball IQ, and how they develop athletes both on and off the field. We also dive into their Midwest-focused recruiting strategy...

In this episode of Ducks on the Pond , Blaine Barthel, head coach at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC), discusses his coaching journey and the rapid growth of the Blue Knights program.  He shares his path from playing at Itasca CC and UMD to coaching at various levels before taking over at DCTC. Bartle emphasizes developing Minnesota talent, leveraging technology, and overcoming the challenge...

In this episode, we dive deep into Division III college baseball, focusing on the MIAC conference and its competitive structure. From the challenges of scheduling 40 games in a season to navigating a playoff system with limited spots, we break down what it takes to succeed at this level. The conversation also explores how recruiting has evolved, with technology and platforms like Prep Baseball ena...

In this episode of Ducks On The Pond, Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are joined by Augustana University's head coach Tim Huber. Our discussion dives into the challenges and opportunities of collegiate baseball recruiting, with a focus on Augustana University's unique approach to player development. The conversation highlights the importance of patience, as overlooked players often transform into...

On this episode of Ducks On The Pond, we are joined by the Rocket of Rockford, William Haas .  Haas is currently the no. 1 ranked prospect in Minnesota's class of 2025, a University of Tennessee commit, and has been catching some helium on the way into MLB draft season. The left-hander joins us to talk about his offseason training, his recruitment process, Rockford's state title in 2024, and looki...

In this episode, we're back with special guest Alec Crawford, assistant coach for the University of Minnesota baseball program. Coach Crawford shares insights into the Gopher baseball team's fall training, the innovative use of technology like TrackMan, and how the team balances legacy traditions with a faster-paced, modern coaching philosophy. We also dive into recruiting strategies, the role of...

Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are joined by 2018 Rocori graduate Dylan Tebrake .  Tebrake shares his story of being recruited by Creighton, his flirtation with the transfer portal, getting drafted by the Mets in 2022, and what the full spring training experience is like.  Listen and subscribe. 

Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are joined by Zumbrota Mazeppa's hard-throwing siblings, Preston and Hudson Ohm. Preston is a 2024 and a St. Thomas commit. The big lefty was recently at the Prep Baseball Midwest Procase where the no. 5 ranked prospect in Minnesota's class of 2024 was firing 93.5 MPH in front of pro scouts. Hudson is a 2026 right-hander who was up to 88 MPH at our Fall ID-Twin Citi...

Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are joined by Minnesota State-Mankota's associate head coach, PJ McIntee.  McIntee gives us a glimpse of how the Division II program recruits, what they look for in players, and how the 2024 season is shaping up for the Mavericks.

Rob Allison, Andy Judkins, and Parker Hageman get together to talk about the big happenings surrounding Prep Baseball's premier summer event, the Future Games.  This year's Future Games will include a Team Minnesota -- allowing Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota to have their own roster.  Minnesota players will also get the opportunity to make the newest event -- Senior Future Games -- that...

Prep Baseball Minnesota's Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are joined by the number prospect in Minnesota's class of 2025, Luke Ryerse. Ryerse talks about his experience at the 2023 state tournament, his commitment to Alabama, and the upcoming Baseball Day Minnesota .  

Andy Judkins, Rob Allison, and Parker Hageman are together for the first time in 2024. The trio introduce Baseball Day Minnesota - a celebration of high school baseball in Minnesota that will feature six of the state's top programs. They dissect the matchups and key players for each team.  Follow on Spotify | iTunes | Amazon

Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are join by Sartell Sabres' two division one commits -- Tyler Hemmesch and Kade Lewis -- to talk about their team returning to the state tournament.  Listen to the two senior discuss their team's success.   

Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are joined by Coach Haugen of the Esko Eskimos.  With just over 2,000 people in their town, Esko has been a force in the baseball world. The Eskimos finished their regular season 22-1 and have their sights set on making noise in the postseason.  Coach Haugen talks about how the game has grown in the outstate area of Minnesota and what it is like coaching two of his...

Get ready for an incredible episode as we sit down with Coach Chris Swansson, the mastermind behind Rosemount Irish baseball! Join us as we dive into the world of Irish baseball, uncovering the secrets to their success, and exploring Coach Swansson's coaching philosophy. Tune in as we uncover the factors that have propelled the Irish to the top of the South Suburban conference, the challenges they...

Andy Judkins and Parker Hageman are joined by Cretin Derham Hall's pitching coach, Toby Anderson. Coach Anderson discusses the Raiders culture and why the team has people thinking they might be headed back to the state tournament for the first time since 2007.