The D1Baseball Podcast

Roons and Burkie recap their podcast conversation with Lance Berkman, calling it a standout episode and describing him as an authentic, hilarious, and uniquely wired competitor. They discuss Berkman’s anxiety and pressure to perform, how elite performers often create personas or mental routines to manage competition, and how leadership can help players get out of their own way. The hosts also touch on Berkman’s unconventional habits (like riding the stadium bus), his openness about the mental side, and favorite funny stories from the interview, including the “Major League clubhouse” bit and fake-injury tales. They briefly update the struggling Carrots’ season and reflect on a big college football weekend. The episode closes with an argument for Berkman’s Hall of Fame résumé, and the takeaway that feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean being defeated.00:00 Welcome and Thank You, AstroTurf!00:39 Berkman Pod Reactions01:44 Personas and Anxiety03:50 Pressure and Duty07:28 Leadership and Mindset09:17 Berkman Quirks13:19 Analytics and Homers16:08 Funniest Stories18:14 Carrots Update19:59 Football Weekend Talk21:26 Berkman and the Hall of FameFor athletes and sports programs of all levels, AstroTurf has managed the entirety of the synthetic turf manufacturing process for decades. By focusing on quality, safety, and performance, AstroTurf continues to provide customized surfacing solutions for baseball and softball programs across the professional and collegiate ranks, including being the Official Synthetic Turf of MLB®. For more information, please visit https://astroturf.com/Homefield is the industry leader in game day gear by and for true fans. Our friends at Homefield design and research EVERYTHING, from the fit and fabrics to the vintage logos, to make standout gear that defines Your Game Day. Shop the very best of Homefield, like:  • T-Shirts, hoodies, and crewnecks featuring unique designs for your school–they’ve got over 180 partner schools, which means there’s something for YOU   • Retro-style jackets for every part of the season   • Premium hats, with retro designs AND a fit for everyone   • And, just launched: The Homefield Stadium Polo, inspired by the bold, vibrant game day polos of the 90s.  You can shop the very best in game day apparel for your team NOW with Homefield. Take 15% off your first purchase with code D15 at checkout at www.homefieldapparel.com!Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at https://kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order!SUBSCRIBEApple: https://d1ba.se/Pod-AppleSpotify: https://d1ba.se/40Ne9DqYouTube: https://d1ba.se/yt-subIs your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSvOr maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the span of six years, Texas Tech found themselves in Omaha four times from 2014-2019. On this episode of Sunday Night Conversations, Mike Rooney is joined by Davis Martin, Mike Gustafson and Jamie Lent to discuss the Red Raiders' rise to the top of college baseball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Burkie and Roons welcome back guest Lance Berkman for part two, highlighting his college and MLB accomplishments while noting he did not advance past the first Hall of Fame ballot. Berkman explains how he created the “Big Puma” nickname and how Keith Olbermann coined “Fat Elvis,” then jokes about a “sixth tool”: convincingly faking injuries. He shares stories including grabbing his knee after forgetting the out count, a Cubs game where an umpire’s comment led him to play up a pitch that missed his head, and faking a hamstring issue while trying to relay signs. The group also recounts bare-bones Astros routines (no team stretch, hitters meetings, TVs, or breakfast) and a baserunning blunder that prompted Berkman to improve his situational awareness, ending with Berkman thanking Chris Burke for mental support.00:00 Welcome and Sponsor00:44 Berkman Stats Breakdown04:14 Hall of Fame Snub?04:47 Big Puma Origin07:33 The "Sixth Tool" - Faking Injuries10:06 Baltimore Outs Mixup13:54 Bigbie Ball Story18:29 Leave Room for Miracle20:12 Cubs Beanball Setup25:12 Astros Bare Bones Culture31:56 First Sign Stealing Attempt33:23 Fake Hamstring Timeout35:13 Worst Baserunner Story39:14 Parting Thanks And WrapFor athletes and sports programs of all levels, AstroTurf has managed the entirety of the synthetic turf manufacturing process for decades. By focusing on quality, safety, and performance, AstroTurf continues to provide customized surfacing solutions for baseball and softball programs across the professional and collegiate ranks, including being the Official Synthetic Turf of MLB®. For more information, please visit https://astroturf.com/Homefield is the industry leader in game day gear by and for true fans. Our friends at Homefield design and research EVERYTHING, from the fit and fabrics to the vintage logos, to make standout gear that defines Your Game Day. Shop the very best of Homefield, like:  • T-Shirts, hoodies, and crewnecks featuring unique designs for your school–they’ve got over 180 partner schools, which means there’s something for YOU   • Retro-style jackets for every part of the season   • Premium hats, with retro designs AND a fit for everyone   • And, just launched: The Homefield Stadium Polo, inspired by the bold, vibrant game day polos of the 90s.  You can shop the very best in game day apparel for your team NOW with Homefield. Take 15% off your first purchase with code D15 at checkout at www.homefieldapparel.com!Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at https://kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order!SUBSCRIBEApple: https://d1ba.se/Pod-AppleSpotify: https://d1ba.se/40Ne9DqYouTube: https://d1ba.se/yt-subIs your favorite team in the SEC? Make sure to check out our Highway To Hoover podcast with Joe Healy and Mark Etheridge on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/h2h-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/41nyqSvOr maybe you're a fan of ACC baseball? Then you need to check out the ACC Baseball Etc. podcast with Daron Vaught and Bradley Smart on Apple Podcasts: https://d1ba.se/etc-apple or Spotify: https://d1ba.se/4tBUuF9See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons welcome Lance Berkman onto the show. In part one, the group jumps into a conversation about Berkman’s anxiety in big moments despite elite production. Berkman and Burkie discuss the fear and “terror” of high-pressure at-bats, with Burkie citing Berkman’s Hall of Fame-level OPS and postseason success to underscore the value of his honesty. Berkman explains his “drag the pitcher into the pit” two-strike mindset and details a key 2004 ninth-inning at-bat vs. John Smoltz, outlining his “three Bs” approach: breathe, see the ball, and aim up the middle. They debate modern launch-angle instruction versus efficient swings, argue pitching velocity and specialization have increased, and describe how Berkman’s “pit” clip inspired a Brewers battle cry adopted by players through Jason Lane.00:00 Intro and Recording Mishap01:08 Pressure and Clutch Anxiety02:45 Berkman Clutch Stats05:18 Clubhouse Mindsets and Egos07:12 Brewers Battle Cry Origin10:49 Smoltz At-Bat Breakdown13:04 Three Bs: Two Strike Plan16:07 Launch Angle Debate24:58 Pitching Evolution Today31:27 Wrap Up and Part Two TeaseFor athletes and sports programs of all levels, AstroTurf has managed the entirety of the synthetic turf manufacturing process for decades. By focusing on quality, safety, and performance, AstroTurf continues to provide customized surfacing solutions for baseball and softball programs across the professional and collegiate ranks, including being the Official Synthetic Turf of MLB®. For more information, please visit https://astroturf.com/Homefield is the industry leader in game day gear by and for true fans. Our friends at Homefield design and research EVERYTHING, from the fit and fabrics to the vintage logos, to make standout gear that defines Your Game Day. Shop the very best of Homefield, like:  • T-Shirts, hoodies, and crewnecks featuring unique designs for your school–they’ve got over 180 partner schools, which means there’s something for YOU   • Retro-style jackets for every part of the season   • Premium hats, with retro designs AND a fit for everyone   • And, just launched: The Homefield Stadium Polo, inspired by the bold, vibrant game day polos of the 90s.  You can shop the very best in game day apparel for your team NOW with Homefield. Take 15% off your first purchase with code D15 at checkout at www.homefieldapparel.com!Kerriston Coffee is proud to be the official coffee of D1Baseball. With over 30 years in the business, this family-owned roastery delivers fresh, small-batch coffee made for college baseball fans, coaches, and everyone in between. Kerriston Coffee ships nationwide, and as a listener to The D1Baseball Podcast, you can use code D1 at https://kerristoncoffee.com to receive 15% off your first order!SUBSCRIBEApple: https://d1ba.se/Pod-AppleSpotify: https://d1ba.se/40Ne9DqYouTube: https://d1ba.se/yt-subSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ten years ago, UC Santa Barbara claimed a spot in the Omaha Eight for the first time in program history. Headlined by a walk-off grand slam to punch their ticket, the 2016 Gauchos were a team for the ages. On this episode of Sunday Night Conversations, Mike Rooney is joined by Andrew Checketts, Shane Bieber, and J.J. Muno to take a look back at the 2016 squad.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.