Side Retired Podcast

Dylan Campione, Nicho Fernandez & Matt Potter are joined by Rays Athletic trainer Halee Williams to discuss her career journey. From internships, to Venezuelan League experience & working for multiple MLB teams, Halee previews her story! Plus, hear her thoughts on being a female leader in a predominantly male industry. Thanks so much for joining us Halee, appreciate all the time, insight & stories...

Dylan Campione, Nicho Fernandez & Dovid Halpert are joined by Jared Lakind to discuss his career journey! Hear Jared's experiences as a member of Team Israel in the 2017 World Baseball Classic, pitching in the minors & independent ball as well as his recovery from Tommy John Surgery. Thanks so much for joining us Jared, appreciate all the time, insight & laughs!  Great news! Side Retired is now pa...

Dylan Campione, James Taussig & Jack Stappenbeck are back discussing the top 10 third basemen entering the 2023 season! Manny Machado, Nolan Arenado & Jose Ramirez battle for the top spot, which of Ke'Bryan Hayes, Brett Baty or Josh Jung will break out? All that & more packed into 20 minutes!  Great news! Side Retired is now partnered with Seatgeek! For all ticketing needs go to Seatgeek.com and u...

Dylan Campione, Harry Kilman & Matt Potter are joined by the President of the Baseball Hall of Fame Josh Rawitch! Mr. Rawitch discusses his career journey from an intern with the Los Angeles Dodgers, to a VP role with the Diamondbacks and winding up at the Hall! Plus, what's the coolest part of being President of the Hall & what should we be excited about in anticipation of next week's new class!!...

Dylan Campione, Matt Potter & Dovid Halpert are joined by big league pitcher Jake Kalish to discuss his career journey. From playing in the 2017 World Baseball Classic, getting drafted by the KC Royals, currently playing in the Angels organization & advice to High Schoolers looking to get recruited!! Thanks so much Jake for joining us, appreciate all the time, insight & laughs!  Great news! Side R...

Dylan Campione & James Taussig are joined by Locked on Twins host Nash Walker to talk about the Carlos Correa saga! Hear Nash's perspective on how the move impacts the lineup, the probability of a reunion and what could be next in Minnesota. Might it be time to break an 18 game streak?! Thanks so much to Nash for joining us, appreciate all the time, insight & laughs!  Great news! Side Retired is n...

Dylan Campione & James Taussig are back discussing the top 10 shortstops entering the 2023 season! How to differentiate between Carlos Correa, Francisco Lindor & Trea Turner on top. Which of Gunnar Henderson, Wander Franco, ONeil Cruz and Jeremy Pena could be the next superstar? Plus notes on Bo Bichette, Dansby Swanson, Javier Baez, Trevor Story & so much more!  Great news! Side Retired is now pa...

Dylan Campione & Matt Potter are back discussing the craziness surrounding Carlos Correa's Free Agency & what the Mets and Giants need to do next! Plus, what are our thoughts on the new robot strike zone coming to the minor leagues? Be on the lookout for our episode next week with a Twins reporter discussing the Twins' perspective on the Correa deal!  Great news! Side Retired is now partnered with...

Former New York Yankee & Current Manager of the Staten Island FerryHawks Homer Bush joins Dylan Campione, James Taussig & Jack Stappenbeck to talk about his career journey. From winning a ring with the 1998 Yankees, to his first big league home run, to now constructing a roster for the FerryHawks, Mr. Bush takes us on a trip down memory lane! Thanks so much for joining us Homer, appreciate all the...

Dylan Campione & Jack Stappenbeck are back discussing the top 10 second baseman entering 2023! Is Jose Altuve a unanimous number 1? How to differentiate between Jeff McNeil, Andres Gimenez & Marcus Semien? Plus, breakout predictions to round out the bottom of our lists! Finally, the introduction of our new segment "Rake or Shake." All that & more in 30 minutes!  Great news! Side Retired is now par...

Dylan Campione, Nicho Fernandez & Matt Potter are joined by Hall of Fame Voter Marc Narducci to look at his 2023 ballot while also forecasting the tough decisions looming next year! Hear why Marc felt no pressure to vote for more than 4 players, what players he considered borderline, and how to handle the intriguing cases of David Wright, Joe Mauer & Chase Utley next year! Thanks so much to Mr. Na...

Dylan Campione, James Taussig & Jonas Guerriere are joined by Rangers reporter & Hall of Fame voter Evan Grant! Listen as the guys discuss the Rangers 2023 outlook including Jacob deGrom & the rest of the rotation! Plus, get an inside perspective into the Hall of Fame voting process and which players made Evan's ballot! Thanks so much for joining us Evan, appreciate all the time & insight!  Great...

Dylan Campione & James Taussig are joined by host of the Locked on Rangers Podcast Brice Paterik to talk all things Texas! From the recent Nate Eovaldi signing to Jacob deGrom, the guys cover all things Rangers & what to expect entering the 2023 season! Thanks so much to Brice for joining us again, appreciate all the time, insight & laughs as always!!  Great news! Side Retired is now partnered wit...

Dylan Campione, James Taussig & Jack Stappenbeck are back discussing the top 10 first baseman in the game entering the 2023 season! Paul Goldschmidt vs. Freddie Freeman at the top! Pete Alonso, Vladimir Guerrero Jr & Matt Olson occupying the middle! What to do with breakouts of Nate Lowe, Vinnie Pasquantino & Christian Walker? All that & more in today's discussion!  Great news! Side Retired is now...

Dylan Campione & Jack Stappenbeck are joined by Fangraphs' David Laurila to talk about his Hall of Fame ballot! How to handle the steroid situation involving Alex Rodriguez. Should you vote for 10 players every year? Which of Billy Wagner, Andy Pettitte, Scott Rolen or Bobby Abreu deserves the call to Cooperstown? And looking ahead to next year, the cases for Ichiro & Chase Utley! Thanks so much f...

Dylan Campione & Jack Stappenbeck react to a historic day in New York Baseball history as the Mets stun the world by signing Carlos Correa to a 12 year contract on the same day the Yankees announce Aaron Judge as the 16th captain in Yankees history! The guys discuss the trajectory of both franchises, the Steve Cohen effect, what happens next, and do the Mets have the best lineup in baseball?  Grea...

Dylan Campione & Ryan Barry are joined by Hall of Fame Voter & BBWAA member Mark Saxon to talk all things Hall of Fame. First, Mark takes us through the process of voting and how he handles a 30 person ballot when only allowed to vote for up to 10 candidates. Then, we get into the nitty gritty of this year's ballot. What to do with Alex Rodriguez, Scott Rolen, Todd Helton, Manny Ramirez, Carlos Be...

Dylan Campione & Jack Stappenbeck are back discussing the top 10 catchers in baseball entering 2023! Adley Rutschman vs. J.T. Realmuto for the top spot. What to do with Francisco Alvarez & Bo Naylor. How to differentiate between Will Smith, Willson Contreras & Sean Murphy! Plus, we react to lists submitted by our listeners! To have your lists featured on our upcoming position rankings, DM us @Side...

Dylan Campione, James Taussig & Jack Stappenbeck are back discussing the two big signings of the week! Carlos Correa has a 13 year deal to be the face of the Giants & the Yankees have built the best rotation in the sport! How this affects the Dodgers, Mets, & Dansby Swanson!  Great news! Side Retired is now partnered with Seatgeek! For all ticketing needs go to Seatgeek.com and use promo code SIDE...

Dylan Campione & Jonas Guerriere are joined by Brewers expert Dominic Cotroneo to talk about the 3-team trade involving William Contreras & Sean Murphy! Hear Dom's perspective on the Brewers' interesting offseason, franchise direction and what's next! Plus, some fun stories including where Dom was when he found out Josh Hader was traded!! Thanks so much for joining us Dom, appreciate all the laugh...

Dylan Campione & Jack Stappenbeck give a historical analysis of the tough transition from the NPB of Japan to MLB. From Shohei Ohtani, Ichiro, Masahiro Tanaka & so many others, hear how players tend to transition from the two leagues. Plus, how excited should Mets fans be with the Kodai Senga signing?!  Great news! Side Retired is now partnered with Seatgeek! For all ticketing needs go to Seatgeek...

Dylan Campione & Jack Stappenbeck are back discussing the Mets and star center fielder Brandon Nimmo hooking up long term! Hear our thoughts on the Mets 330 million dollar payroll, Nimmo's potential captaincy and what is next for Steve Cohen! Plus, with the conclusion of the Winter Meetings, our thoughts on the week in general!  The offseason is still in full swing and so are we! Looking forward t...

Dylan Campione & Jack Stappenbeck discuss Jack's hero, Aaron Judge, returning to New York. The future captain ended his flirtation with the Giants to return to the Bronx. Hear our instant reaction + notes on Willson Contreras, Masataka Yoshida and Jose Quintana!  Great news! Side Retired is now partnered with Seatgeek! For all ticketing needs go to Seatgeek.com and use promo code SIDERETIREDPOD fo...

Dylan Campione flies solo after Jack Stappenbeck goes to bed early... Wrapping up the Day in Baseball including Taijuan Walker heading to Philly, Josh Bell providing power in Cleveland, Cody Bellinger rebounding in the Windy City and "Arson" Judge shaking up the baseball world!!  Great news! Side Retired is now partnered with Seatgeek! For all ticketing needs go to Seatgeek.com and use promo code...

Dylan Campione and Jack Stappenbeck are back discussing the latest from Monday's Winter Meetings! The Mets found their Jacob deGrom replacement, the Phillies found their leadoff hitter of the future & Brian Cashman received an extension! Plus, hear old bold predictions for Tuesday involving Carlos Rodon's bidding & an Aaron Judge surprise bidder!!  Great news! Side Retired is now partnered with Se...