Playoff Push Podcast

On Episode 86 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by former MLB outfielder Nyjer Morgan, better known to many fans as Tony Plush. Morgan reflects on his major league career, the experiences that shaped him as a player, and his time competing internationally in Japan, South Korea, and Mexico. He also discusses the current state of the Milwaukee Brewers, shares stories from his playi...

On Episode 85 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by Bat Boy Shelly of Bat Boys Baseball to discuss the rise of one of baseball’s fastest-growing content brands. Shelly reflects on building content alongside his friend Liam, growing a major social media audience, and developing creative ideas ranging from workouts with MLB players to unique interview centered baseball videos. The c...

In episode 84 of the Playoff Push Podcast, host Jack Dobbins returned from a hiatus to recap MLB's first month and a half of the season. He highlighted the Atlanta Braves' remarkable performance, leading MLB in batting average and ERA despite early season injuries to key players. Other notable discussions included the Pittsburgh Pirates' unexpected success, the Tampa Bay Rays' strong recent streak...

On Episode 83 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by first ever five-time guest Cayden Stewart for a full breakdown of the 2026 NFL Draft. Together, the two go pick-by-pick through their own mock drafts, debating and explaining each selection in the top 10. They also highlight key prospects, potential trades, and team fits across the board, offering high-level analysis and differin...

On Episode 82 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by Jay Jackson to discuss a career that took him across multiple levels of professional baseball. Jackson reflects on his long path to the major leagues and his dominant tenure playing in Japan, where he established himself as a high-level pitcher. He also shares stories from the many cities he played in around the world, his transi...

On Episode 81 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by Taj Bates and Malik Abdul for a conversation about two very different paths through the game of baseball. Bates reflects on growing up in the Virgin Islands, developing into a versatile player, and building a standout college career. Abdul discusses his physical development, navigating injuries throughout his college career, and...

On Episode 80 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by Jace Miner to discuss a baseball journey that has taken plenty of turns. Miner reflects on moving between Texas and Pennsylvania, playing four sports in high school, and rising as a highly recruited prospect. The conversation follows his college path from Wichita State to Oklahoma and back again, along with the challenges that co...

On Episode 79 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by cohost Cayden Stewart of Cadestarters.com for a full preview of the 2026 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. The two break down the entire first round, highlighting potential upsets, underrated sleeper teams, and the matchups that could shape the tournament’s opening weekend. They also share their full bracket outlook, i...

On Episode 78 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by Ahman Green to reflect on his journey from Nebraska standout to Green Bay legend. Green discusses growing up in Nebraska and starring for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, where he set the program’s freshman rushing record and helped build a championship foundation. The conversation then shifts to his dominant NFL stretch with the Green...

On Episode 77 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by Chris Collier to explore his unconventional path to the NFL. Collier reflects on his beginnings at Nassau Community College, the progression with the Wagner Seahawks, and a breakout season at Lock Haven Bald Eagles that saw him set school records and earn national honors. He also discusses going undrafted in 2024, signing with th...

On Episode 76 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by 2025 MLB All-Star Kris Bubic as pitchers and catchers report to spring training. Bubic explains the significance of that early reporting period and how preparation differs from the rest of the roster. Now fully healthy with no restrictions, Bubic discusses his offseason focus, how his routine evolves throughout the year, and the...

On Episode 75 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins sits down with Holy Ghost Prep senior outfielder Eddie Rosado. Rosado looks back on winning a state title as a sophomore and what that experience meant for both him and a class widely considered the best in program history. He also discusses his aspirations for his senior season, the recruiting process that led him to commit to St. Joseph’s U...

On Episode 74 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by former MLB pitcher Shane Greene for a conversation tracing his rise from JUCO baseball to the highest level of the sport. Greene reflects on his 2019 All-Star season and the steps it took to reach that point in his career. He also looks back on his early MLB years, including playing alongside Japanese stars during the 2014 season...

On Episode 73 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins sits down with former MLB outfielder Brian McRae to discuss a career shaped by both family legacy and firsthand big league experience. McRae reflects on growing up in a baseball family and how that background influenced his approach to the game at the highest level. The conversation dives into his time with the Kansas City Royals and Chicago...

On Episode 72 of the Playoff Push Podcast , Jack Dobbins is joined by two-time Super Bowl champion Gary Reasons for a deep dive into one of the most memorable defensive careers in New York Giants history. Reasons reflects on his unforgettable two-interception performance against Joe Montana, the iconic play forever known as “The Hit,” and what it was like entering the league the same year as fello...

On Episode 71 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by longtime WFAN voice Peter Schwartz to discuss a historic moment in sports media, delivering the final sports flash in the station’s history. Schwartz reflects on what that moment meant, the legacy of WFAN, and how the role of sports radio has evolved over time. The conversation also explores the broader transition across sports m...

On Episode 70 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins sits down with Fisher Polydoroff, a member of the high school Class of 2024 whose baseball journey has already taken an unconventional turn. Polydoroff talks about his development at Weatherford College and how that path led him to his current role with the Indianapolis Clowns, one of the most unique teams in the sport. The conversation dives...

On Episode 69 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins is joined by former MLB outfielder Jordan Luplow. Luplow reflects on his standout 2019 season in Cleveland and what it was like sharing clubhouses with some of the game’s most respected players and coaches. The two also dive into a lighter but memorable topic, Jack’s lasting “legacy” through Luplow’s MLB The Show card, before zooming out to l...

On Episode 68 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins sits down with former MLB utility man Bip Roberts to reflect on a career defined by opportunity and persistence. Roberts discusses his recent “Hall of Pretty Good” induction, the unlikely story of how he earned his first starting job in the minor leagues, and what it meant to represent the National League in the 1992 All-Star Game. They also...

On Episode 67 of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack Dobbins and Cayden Stewart are joined by NFL defensive lineman Adam Gotsis. They discuss his unique path to the league. Gotsis reflects on growing up playing Australian rules football, the transition to American football at Georgia Tech, and when he truly began to believe he belonged at the NFL level. The group dives into the pressure (or lack thereo...

On this episode of the Playoff Push Podcast, former MLB catcher and third baseman Michael Barrett joins the show to reflect on his journey through professional baseball. Barrett looks back at his rise as a high school star, earning Georgia's Gatorade Player of the Year honors before becoming a first-round draft pick out of high school. He discusses his development in the Montreal Expos organizatio...

On this episode of the Playoff Push Podcast, Jack sits down with Gus Baylow, the play-by-play broadcaster and voice of the Frederick Keys, the High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles beginning in 2026. Baylow shares his journey from student broadcaster at the University of Kansas to calling live professional baseball games and being the primary voice for the Keys while also managing media relati...

In Episode 64, Jack sits down with former MLB reliever Dominic Leone to break down his rapid climb from a 16th-round pick to the majors in under two years, the adjustments and mindset shifts that kept him competitive across nine organizations, and what being part of a major trade taught him about the business of baseball. A detailed, thoughtful conversation about the realities of an 11-year MLB ca...

Today, Jack is joined by his friend Jackson Volz from JD Sports Zone to break down the biggest moves of the 2026 MLB free agency period. The two dive into Pete Alonso’s blockbuster move to the Orioles, Kyle Schwarber re-signing with the Phillies, and Devin Williams landing with the Mets, along with the other major storylines shaping the offseason. The guys give predictions, reactions, and early ou...

Today, Jack sits down with Tahmere Brown, a sophomore running back from The Pennington School and one of the top recruits in the Class of 2028. Ranked No. 33 nationally, Brown breaks down the rise in his recruitment, his standout traits on film, and what he’s looking for from the programs pursuing him. Those teams include Penn State, Oregon, USC, Miami, Florida State and more. He details the minds...