Player Interviews
Harrison Bader: Phillies
Abby Jones spoke with the newest Philadelphia Philly and CenterFielder, Harrison Bader. We discusses his time in Minnesota with the Twins and joining a new team with Twins teammate, Jhoan Duran. We discussed 'Red October' and the excitement of the postseason. We also discussed his approach at the plate and working with Diesel Optimization in the off season.
James McCann: Diamondbacks
Abby Jones goes one-on-one with 11-year MLB veteran catcher, James McCann. McCann started his 2025 season with the Braves and was picked up by the Diamondbacks in June. He speaks on building a trusting relationship with his pitchers and learning his staff late in the season. He compares Jacob deGrom to some of the best arms he's caught in baseball. He speaks on family and how he shares the diamond with them, on and off the field and more!
Nick Castellanos, Phillies
Abby Jones spoke with Right fielder of the Philadelphia Phillies, Nick Castellanos, joins me to discuss his approach at the plate. We discuss the excitement of 'Red October' and what it's like to play in one of the most exciting environments in sports; Citizens Bank Park. He shares his mindset at the plate and approach as a hitter: 'see ball, hit ball' and expectations ahead of the 2026 MLB mid-summer classic, as Philadelphia host the All-Star game.
Jake Rogers: Tigers
Abby Jones spoke with Detroit Tigers catcher, Jake Rogers on catching Tarik Skubal in his Cy Young season.
Detroit Tigers' Catcher, Jake Rogers on catching Tarik Skubal. He speaks on the 2024 American League Cy Young Winner, Tarik Skubal, and his incredible regular season campaign, while also holding the Triple Crown title for the AL (18-4 record, 2.39 ERA and 228 strikeouts). He shares advice for young catchers on how to develop a trusting relationship with pitchers and how to successfully frame pitches in MLB.
Nick Kurtz: Athletics
Abby Jones spoke with A's first baseman and rookie sensation, Nick Kurtz, on making his MLB Debut against the Rangers, April 23, 2025. 3 months later he's one of the best rookies in the league. In 23, games he hit 1 career MLB Home Run. Since May 20th, only Cal Raleigh (23) and Aaron Judge (21) have more HRs than Kurtz (17) during the span. Kurtz might join Matt Olson and Mark McGwire to be the 3rd fastest A's player in franchise history with 20+ Home Runs. He also speaks on first time All-Star and potential American League Rookie of the Year, Jacob Wilson and shares advice for players in Minor League Baseball on translating their game to the big leagues.
Tarik Skubal: Tigers
Abby Jones spoke with reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal to reflect on the Detroit Tigers’ 2024 season and his dominant performance that earned him the league’s top pitching honor.
Skubal opens up about the work behind his breakout year and how the Tigers’ culture has shifted heading into 2025. He also discusses the excitement of seeing six Tigers named to the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, the team’s growth under manager A.J. Hinch, and the high expectations surrounding the 2025 roster.