The Razorback baseball season ends in the Fayetteville Regional with losses to Kansas St and Southeast Missouri St. Phil and Bubba discuss the last weekend and revisit some of their favorite moments in the 2024 season along with a look ahead to 2025. Bubba also doesn't have the hiccups any longer See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and …

The 2024 NCAA Tournament field is set and the Razorbacks are hosting Southeast Missouri, Kansas State, and Louisiana Tech at Baum-Walker Stadium. Phil and Bubba discuss potential pitching plans, discuss the Hogs' week in Hoover, and talk about getting ready for tournament play. Also, Peyton Stovall stops by to talk about team preparation for the re…

The Razorbacks lost 2 of 3 at Texas A&M but still clinched their fifth SEC West title in the past 7 years. Phil and Bubba go through the tight first two games, the meaning of playing the SEC Tournament when the postseason picture seems clear and visit with SEC Pitcher of the Year Hagen Smith See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif…

Big dramatic moments and comebacks defined the Razorbacks' series win over Mississippi State. Phil and Bubba discuss the big moments, Hudson White's big weekend, the Hogs' pitching rotation, and talk with reliever Gage Wood. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf…

The Razorbacks had a 3-2 week including a 2-game sweep of Missouri State and a win over Kentucky before dropping the last two in Lexington. Hagen Smith remained as dominant as ever, while the Hogs left a few too many base runners. Phil and Bubba talk about analysis versus instincts and visit with Razorback relief pitcher Christian Foutch and hear w…

The Razorbacks took 3 of 4 games last week and had a couple of memorable wins against the Florida Gators. Phil and Bubba discuss Peyton Holt's clutch game 2 home run and "Deke Heard 'Round the World", Hagen Smith and Gabe Gaeckle's Friday dominance and chat with Wehiwa Aloy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not…

The Razorbacks took 4 of 5 this week including both games of a tight mid-week series with Texas Tech followed by a compacted weekend in South Carolina. Bubba and Phil talk about Gabe Gaeckle's week and ability to leave runners on base, talk fielding pop ups along the outfield lines. the Hogs' record in close games, and visit with relief pitcher Par…

The Razorbacks went 3-2 last week but also took their first series loss falling twice at Alabama. Bubba and Phil discuss Jared Sprague-Lott's week, Peyton Holt's return to the lineup and outfield, how to use the warning track in the field, and the Hogs' hitting woes in Tuscaloosa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva…

The Razorbacks kept on winning with a 13-0 win over Arkansas State followed by their third SEC series sweep over Ole Miss. Phil and Bubba discuss the week, Hagen Smith's continued dominance, Nolan Souza's huge week, talk about hitting the two-seam fastball, and check in with ace reliever Will McEntire. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac…

The Razorbacks had a 4-0 week which included the program's 5th sweep of the LSU Tigers. Phil and Bubba discuss base running, talk about Peyton Stovall's big week, and visit with outfielder Will Edmunson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

A wild three game series win at Auburn included three tight games, a rare 1-0 shutout, a 30-minute delay for an umpire switch, and head coach Dave Van Horn becoming a grandfather to triplets! Phil and Bubba have a lot to discuss including how to hit the "high carry fastball" and visit with Razorback relief pitcher Stone Hewlett. See Privacy Policy …

The Hogs continued winning with 4 victories this week over ORU and Missouri. Phil and Bubba discuss the dominant weekend over the Tigers, Bubba talks about hitting for power, and Mason Molina stops by to talk pitching and golf. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-…

The Razorback baseball team defeated UCA 9-7 and then swept McNeese in a compacted 3-game series to keep rolling. Did the bats begin to round into form? Peyton Stovall's return to the lineup is discussed along with Ben McLoughlin's big week. Hudson White stops by to discuss catching and the Pitchcom system. Phil and Bubba share their new nicknames.…

Phil and Bubba discuss the Razorbacks' 4-0 week and the continued dominance from their pitching staff. Hagen Smith once again has the performance of the week, while Bubba breaks down the infield fly rule, and brings in an interesting name for a new pitch. Jared Sprague-Lott stops by to talk about infield play and playing for the Hogs See Privacy Po…

Phil and Bubba are back with the 3rd edition of Bases Loaded 2024! They revisit the classic opener at Globe Life Field against Oregon State and tight games with Oklahoma State and Michigan. Dominant pitching and strikeouts galore while Hagen Smith is the obvious Performance of the Week. Koty Frank stops by to talk about his recovery and baby son. B…

Phil and Bubba discuss the Razorbacks season opening series against James Madison. Will McEntire is the Player of the Week, but they also choose favorite plays of the week and visit with Ty Wilmsmeyer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

Phil and Bubba are back with the second season of Bases Loaded to preview the 2024 Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team. They dissect the talented pitching staff, break down the logjam at catcher, and preview the lineup. Peyton Stovall stops by to talk about his foot injury and getting ready to rejoin the lineup. It's Nine Innings of fun Razorback bas…

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The Razorbacks beat Army West Point in a great Tuesday game and swept 3 from LA Tech. Will McEntire pitched the Hogs' first 9-inning complete game since 2016! Jared Wegner's pitch recognition is discussed and Hunter Hollan stops by to talk about his curveball. Did Phil call Kendall Diggs's Sunday home run? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr…

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The first full week of the Hogs' 2023 season is the main topic for episode 3. The guys discuss Tavian Josenberger's week, dig into pitchers working in advantage counts, Jared Wegner stops by with info on correct name pronunciation, and Phil wonders where Bubba got his "Kubrick Stare" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr…

Phil and Bubba discuss the Razorbacks' 2-1 weekend in Arlington to open the season. Jared Wegner and Hagen Smith have the performances of the week. Kendall Diggs stops by to talk hitting. Phil and Bubba talk about their feelings on the pitch clock. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr…

Phil Elson and Bubba Carpenter discuss the beginning of the 2023 Arkansas Razorbacks baseball season. We chose nine topics to talk about and also bring on second baseman Peyton Stovall. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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A classically trained chef, Ryan Curry spent over a decade in stadium kitchens as an executive chef for Spectra Foods at Raley Field with the Sacramento River Cats and at Isotpes park with the Albuquerque Isotopes. In Albuquerque, Ryan created two viral sensation concession items including the Tumbleweed Burger which VenuesNow trade publication nam…

Mark Zaiger lands on The Minor Side to talk about MiLB Sales Strategies including when to put Playoff Tickets On Sale and Group Fundraiser Tickets plus much more, including career path to becoming Sales Director for the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, the Double-A Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. The Minor Side of Life features candid conversation…

Taylor Edmonds joins The Minor Side (of Life) to talk about his hometown Chiefs in the Super Bowl, and career notes including going from MiLB Intern with the Omaha Storm Chasers to GM of Gorilla Sports Properties. The Minor Side of Life features candid conversations about the business and promotional aspect of Minor League Sports. Host Rob Sternber…

Brett Pollock joins Rob Sternberg back in The Minor Side and the two discuss topics of the day. The discussion picks up with Brett's new podcast venture and flows through to the structural changes within the Minor League Baseball system and how to deal with the current scheduling challenges. The New York Mets trade involving All-Star Shortstop Fran…

"LOST EPISODE" For 19 seasons, Brett Pollock juggled a variety of responsibilities for a number of Minor League teams in order to hone his craft as a baseball broadcaster. The Philadelphia native forged memories along the way that will last a lifetime, and Brett shares some inside this episode. The Minor Side of Life features candid conversations a…

"LOST EPISODE" A two-sport athlete in High School, Lane Adams spurned an offer to play D-1 Basketball in 2009 when he was drafted in the 13th Round by the KC Royals. An 11 Year MiLB veteran that has seen all aspects of the Minor Side, he made his MLB debut with the Royals 2014 and played 111 games with Atlanta between 2017-18. The Minor Side of Lif…

A former 57th Overall MLB Draft Pick, Mitch Canham rose 3 levels in 3 three years as a manager in the Seattle Mariners organization. Mid way through the 2019 season, Canham returned to his Alma Mater Oregon State as a head coach for the program where he won back-to-back College World Series in 2006 & 2007. Mitch talks his move to college ranks and …

From Tim Tebow, to Women in Sports, to Sales tactics and retention, Kaylee Swanson weighs reflects on her 10+ years in Minor League Sports and first with the Baltimore Orioles, and has been building relationships since she stepped foot in MiLB. Now a consummate sales professional, her travels included 7 leagues, 2 sports, and 2 continents and led h…

Geoff Brown spent 19 years in MiLB and is best known as the 1st GM of the Lakewood BlueClaws where his club led the league in attendance nearly every season. He made the jump to CMO of Rutgers Athletics during their move to the Big Ten conference and is now Sr. Director at the NBA’s TMBO. The Minor Side of Life features candid conversations about t…

From college walk-on to a 10 year pro baseball career, Anthony Seratelli climbed the ranks of MiLB and finished his career with a season in Japan. While playing, his film making hobby transformed into his new career, head of Jersey Filmmaker. The Minor Side of Life features candid conversations about the business and promotional aspect of Minor Lea…

On his first sports job interview Brian Radle said he’d one day like to be a GM. He did so ten years later. But after award winning innovations at his last MiLB stop and a new stadium on the way, new ownership did not have Brian in their plans. He now leads the corporate sales efforts at his hometown Philadelphia Wings of the NLL. The Minor Side of…

After growing up working for the Binghamton Mets, Connor Gates now runs the Game Night Presentation for the AHL’s Binghamton Devils. After spending time in all aspects of the B-Mets Operation, Connor’s tenure ended after Year 1 of new ownership. The Minor Side of Life features candid conversations about the business and promotional aspect of Minor …

The Minor Side’s Rob Sternberg hosts an introspective look at his own beginnings in the minor league sports industry from failed first attempt at the annual PBEO Job Fair, to intern in Northwest Arkansas, to finally full-time with the Binghamton Mets. The Minor Side of Life features candid conversations about the business and promotional aspect of …

The Famous San Diego Chicken is a Mascot Icon who's traveled the world and made thousands of appearances at both Major and Minor League Stadiums for over 40 years. The Minor Side of Life features candid conversations about the business and promotional aspect of Minor League Sports. Host Rob Sternberg brings nearly a decade of experience to the tabl…

Todd Parnell - "Parney" as he is known in the industry - is as synonymous with colorful Minor League Baseball promotions as he is with his colorful "Parney Pants". And wrapped up an outlandish attire is man that has accumulated success at each stop in a 31 year Minor League Baseball career. "Parney" may have not been his first boss Chuck Domino's f…