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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Mike Rooney and Chris Burke preview themes for the in-season D1 Daily episodes. Those concepts include the "Real Dude of the Week", the "keeping of receipts", and "Hey Now!" moments. Roons took the first step off the plank with a Real Dude watchlist and several hot takes. Two of those predictions were that an ACC team will play in the CWS Finals and that two of the following teams will be in Omaha this June: Clemson, Oklahoma State, Arizona State, and Georgia.00:00 Introduction and Pre-Season Reflections00:25 The Grind of Pre-Season Previews02:00 Real Season Excitement and Upcoming Segments02:27 Celebrating Real Dudes and Creative Celebrations05:14 Hey Now Moments and Roster Insights12:11 Pre-Season Predictions and Fake Season Grievances17:39 Introducing the Real Dude Watch List19:04 Marquee Matchups and Real Dude Nominees21:09 Pitching Highlights24:48 Low Oxygen Levels: Programs Under Pressure27:48 Bold Predictions for the Season28:42 Big West Resurgence and Final Thoughts32:47 Wrapping UpD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 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.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, David Seifert and Joe Healy complete their 2026 fantasy draft. Fitt will be going for a four-peat after winning the fantasy competition each of the last three years. 00:00 Welcome to the D1 Baseball Podcast00:15 Introducing the Fantasy Player Draft00:31 Meet the Contestants00:57 Controversies and Allegations03:28 Draft Rules and Setup04:53 First Round Picks05:50 Second Round Picks07:25 Third Round Picks09:55 Mid-Round Strategies15:58 Late Round Bargains21:46 Final Picks and Wrap-Up35:31 Draft Strategy Insights36:03 Player Picks and Analysis39:06 Mid-Major Evaluations41:59 Final Rounds and Bargain Picks01:00:19 Team Recaps and Reflections01:10:47 Closing RemarksThe D1Baseball Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you'll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons put a bow on several of the major storylines for the 2026 season. These items include the possibilities of a LSU dynasty 2.0, the fascinating nature of back-to-back outlier fields in Omaha, and an epic class of college shortstops that includes Roch Cholowsky, Justin LeBron, and Tyler Bell. The guys also discussed the high-impact coaching changes, such as Brian O'Connor (Mississippi State), Josh Elander (Tennessee), Chris Pollard (Virginia), and James Ramsey (Georgia Tech).D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 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.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons reflect on the loss of legendary Stanford head coach Mark Marquess. They also discuss the impact of coaches from that era, including Skip Bertman, Gary Ward, Augie Garrido, Mike Gillespie, Wayne Graham, and many others.D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 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.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt and Joe Healy play the annual stock market game, where they each select eight teams – one each from the ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, SEC and Sun Belt, and three wild cards from all the other conferences – to see who can pick the teams that have the largest cumulative increase in win total from year to year.00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter00:56 Writing Patterns and Annoyances05:18 Stock Market Game Introduction09:02 Drafting Teams: Sun Belt and Big 1217:43 Drafting Teams: ACC and SEC27:10 Drafting Teams: Big Ten29:30 Analyzing Washington's Performance30:53 Indiana's Potential for Improvement31:41 Wild Card Picks Begin33:00 Alcorn State's Prospects34:58 Sam Houston's Bounce Back36:26 East Carolina's Future38:10 Rice's Potential Under New Leadership39:01 South Florida's Optimism40:32 Georgetown and Morehead State Picks42:24 Evansville and VCU's Outlook46:26 Final Thoughts on Unselected Teams51:06 Draft Recap and Closing RemarksThe D1Baseball Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you'll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons check in on the college baseball preseason. One finding was that the bottom of the Power-4 conferences appear to be dramatically improved heading into the 2026 season. Another topic is the abundance of high-profile relievers who are converting to a starting role in 2026. That list included Casan Evans (LSU), Weston Moss (Texas A&M), Ryan Lynch (North Carolina), Chase Meyer (West Virginia), Cole Carlon (Arizona State), and Dylan Volantis (Texas)00:00 College Baseball Series in Arlington01:02 Introduction02:28 The "Fake" Season: Challenges and Anecdotes04:27 Bottom Tier Power-4 Teams On The Rise?06:23 Concerns and Expectations for Teams14:57 Relievers Transitioning to Starters23:14 Upcoming Events and Final ThoughtsD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 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.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons talk through the college baseball parallels to Indiana's dominant run to a football national title. They discussed the viability of hiring a "proven winner" from a lower level of the sport and the ability to bring most of a G5 roster along in the process. College baseball comps that came up include Vanderbilt, Oregon State, Rice, Fresno State, and Wichita State. Mike Silva of Arkansas State and Dan Fitzgerald of Kansas were interesting individual comps here.00:00 Welcome Back!00:17 Indiana Football's Unbelievable Season02:56 Parallels in College Baseball04:30 Proven Winners in Coaching09:09 More Proven Winners and Strategies11:22 The Importance of Experience17:22 Final Thoughts and Reflections24:39 Conclusion and Sign-OffD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 www.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.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons are joined by Kendall Rogers to preview the Big 12. West Virginia's run of two consecutive super regional appearances was discussed as well as the exciting depth of the newly expanded conference. Arizona and Arizona State are two programs with upward momentum and TCU is the league's bell cow headed into 2026. PLUS MUCH MORE!00:00 Introduction + Kendall Rogers01:28 Big 12 Baseball Storylines02:49 Conference Realignment Impact04:26 Team Highlights and Draft Picks06:38 Top Teams and Players to Watch16:37 Big 12 vs. ACC: Who Will Win the Next National Title?24:06 Closing RemarksBig 12 Fall Reports & Preseason Content (so far): https://d1baseball.com/tag/big-12/D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 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.

In this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons discuss the latest news and key takeaways from the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) Convention. Topics include the introduction of new Umpire Coordinator Jeff Gosney, the debate over implementing a 10-run rule, and the impact of rising exit velocities in the sport. The hosts also cover changes in tournament seeding and the addition of DSR, a new team-performance/ranking metric.00:00 Introduction01:18 American Baseball Coaches Association Conference02:27 Hot Stove Issues and Stories03:48 New Umpire Coordinator Insights08:23 Exit Velocities and Safety Concerns12:20 Run Rule and Extra Innings Debate15:35 NCAA Tournament Metrics and Seeding20:49 D1 Baseball Annual Dinner and Final ThoughtsD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 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.

On this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, Joe Healy, Aaron Fitt, Kendall Rogers and Bradley Smart break down the 12 teams that just missed the top 25 rankings, including Ole Miss and Virginia. They also discuss their favorite players and toughest omissions from the recently-released All-America teams.00:00 Introduction and Host Introduction00:21 All-America Teams Discussion00:46 College Football Banter04:40 All-America Outfield Debate06:36 Utility Position Debate11:25 Starting Pitcher Debate14:13 Relief Pitcher Debate20:39 Top 25 Teams Discussion21:23 Alabama's Potential24:31 Arizona State's Upward Trend27:08 Dallas Baptist's Consistency29:16 Ole Miss' Offensive Firepower32:23 Oregon Ducks Analysis35:06 Oklahoma Sooners Breakdown38:37 Virginia Cavaliers Overview40:35 Troy Trojans Insights44:12 East Carolina's Potential47:52 UC Santa Barbara Gauchos51:14 West Virginia Mountaineers54:19 UC Irvine Anteaters57:22 Omaha Predictions and Final ThoughtsThe D1Baseball Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you'll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at Academy.com.D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Roons and Burkie sit down with Bradley Smart, editor of ACC Extra on D1Baseball.com, to discuss the ACC landscape heading into the 2026 college baseball season. The group looks at ACC teams with national title potential, such as North Carolina, Florida State, and Louisville.They also explore Georgia Tech's chances with their strong position player group, Clemson's efforts to overcome postseason heartbreak, and Miami's drive to return to form. Additionally, Bradley touches on the impact of coaching changes at Duke and Virginia. Tune in for an in-depth analysis and predictions on the ACC in 2026.00:00 Introduction and Catching Up with Bradley Smart02:12 ACC Baseball Storylines and Rankings04:32 Georgia Tech's Potential and Challenges09:46 Louisville's Strengths and Prospects11:52 Florida State's Rebuilding and Future17:40 Clemson's Postseason Struggles23:12 Miami and Wake Forest's Outlook25:19 Stanford's Volatility and Talent26:20 Coaching Changes and Final ThoughtsD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 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.

On this episode of D1 Daily, Roons and Burkie sit down with Joe Healy, editor of SEC Extra on D1Baseball.com, to discuss the SEC landscape heading into the 2026 college baseball season. The guys ponder the potential for a second wave of an LSU baseball dynasty and highlight big coaching changes at Tennessee and Mississippi State. They also examined Arkansas, Texas, Florida, and Georgia as teams with intriguing upside.00:00 Introduction 00:46 Discussing the SEC's Complexity and Fan Expectations04:45 LSU's Potential Second Baseball Dynasty09:32 Coaching Changes in the SEC14:08 Mississippi State's Pitching Staff16:31 Wide Range of Outcomes for Florida and Arkansas17:22 Arkansas's Consistent Performance in the SEC19:26 Florida's Rocky Road and Key Players21:17 Texas A&M and Georgia: Teams with High Variance24:10 Texas' Potential for Going Back-to-Back27:50 Implications of South Carolina and Mizzou Improving?33:47 Wrapping Up and Final ThoughtsD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.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 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.

On this episode of the D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt and Joe Healy discuss the newly released Top 25 rankings, headlined by UCLA at No. 1.00:00 Introduction and Host Introductions00:21 Discussing the Rankings and Controversies02:14 UCLA Bruins: The Top Team09:07 LSU Tigers: A Strong Contender11:12 Texas Longhorns: Pitching Depth13:07 Mississippi State: A Hunch on the New Staff15:59 Georgia Tech: A New Era17:55 Coastal Carolina: Best Bullpen in the Country19:57 Arkansas: Consistent Performers22:18 Louisville Cardinals: Offensive Powerhouse24:33 Auburn Tigers: Offensive Strength26:07 TCU Horned Frogs: Top Half Lineup27:40 North Carolina Tar Heels: Strong Pitching Staff29:55 Oregon State Beavers: Elite Rotation32:03 Florida Gators: Wide Range of Outcomes34:55 Tennessee Volunteers' New Era37:59 Georgia Bulldogs' Big Bet on Pitching39:44 Florida State Seminoles' Key Players42:16 NC State Wolfpack's Consistency44:37 Kentucky Wildcats' Rotation Strength46:20 Clemson Tigers' Pitching Potential48:17 Southern Miss Golden Eagles' Experience50:07 Wake Forest Demon Deacons' Firepower52:00 Miami Hurricanes' Key Questions54:20 Vanderbilt Commodores' High Floor56:52 Arizona Wildcats' Pitching Depth58:33 Texas A&M Aggies' Offensive Power01:00:25 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThe D1Baseball Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you'll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at Academy.com.D1Baseball is the #1 source for college baseball. Subscribe to our show to get the best college baseball podcast straight to your Apple Podcasts or Spotify feed all year round. Reviews and 5-star ratings are greatly appreciated!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the D1 Daily Podcast, Burkie and Roons dive into the top players in college baseball for the upcoming 2026 season. The discussion highlights UCLA's Roch Cholowsky and Georgia Tech's Drew Burress and evaluates other contenders for the Golden Spikes Award. They also delve into emerging talents like Tyler Bell from Kentucky and Justin LeBron from Alabama, as well as more of the 2026 Draft Class.00:00 Introduction00:08 Top Players to Watch in College Baseball01:20 Challengers for the Golden Spikes Award07:13 Pitchers to Keep an Eye On08:41 Big 12 and ACC Standouts17:08 Wrapping Up and Final ThoughtsD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.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.

In this episode of the D1 Daily Podcast, Burkie and Roons dive into their 2026 college baseball preseason (or "fake season") predictions. They discuss their contrasting views on the importance of preseason awards and rankings. They talk through teams in contention for the preseason No. 1 spot, including UCLA, LSU, Texas, TCU, Auburn, and Tennessee, evaluating their strengths and potential weaknesses. Finally, Burkie emphasizes that these predictions are 'fake', while Roons highlights how they are meant to generate conversation and excitement for the upcoming season.00:00 Welcome to the D1 Daily00:04 The "Fake Season" Explained03:10 Preseason Awards and Rankings08:05 Top Teams in the Preseason Rankings11:17 In-Depth Analysis of Top Teams19:21 The Next Wave of Teams28:31 Wrapping Up and Final ThoughtsD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.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.

On this episode of the D1Daily podcast, Burkie and Roons wrestle with the current state of chaos in college sports. They discuss baseball parallels for Baylor basketball player James Nnaji. Nnaji, who was recently granted NCAA eligibility, has been playing professional basketball since being selected 31st overall in the 2023 NBA Draft. They also speculate on the NCAA's strategy in this scenario.00:00 Introduction and Today's Topic00:23 James Nnaji and the Baylor Controversy01:41 Eligibility Rules for College Baseball02:20 The State of College Sports03:51 The Role of Legislators and NCAA11:48 Academic Eligibility and "Trades"19:54 Final Thoughts and ConclusionD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.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.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons pick three of their biggest takeaways from the year in college baseball. Highlights included an incredibly unique College World Series, Tony Vitello's departure to MLB, and a second wave of the LSU Baseball dynasty.00:00 Introduction00:18 Memorable Moments from 2025 College Baseball01:24 Murray State's Historic Run03:17 Unpredictability in College Baseball07:11 Arkansas and Gage Wood's Iconic Performance12:51 LSU's Return to Dominance14:18 Jay Johnson's Coaching Mastery18:15 Top Performances of 202520:44 Remarkable Players and Their Stories26:36 The Impact of Transfers in College Baseball30:54 The "Fake" PreseasonD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.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.

In this episode of The D1Baseball Podcast, hosts Mike Rooney, Joe Healy, Aaron Fitt, and Kendall Rogers discuss various college baseball team fall reports through quizzing each other. The episode is an in-depth trivia game where Joe reads excerpts from different teams' fall reports while the other hosts try to guess the team. Teams covered include Oklahoma State, Louisville, Ole Miss, Kentucky, and Wake Forest, among others. The discussion offers insights into each team's strengths, challenges, and key players for the upcoming season. Special attention is given to standout players, potential breakout stars, and the impact of new coaching strategies. 00:00 Welcome Back!00:58 Joe's Shrimp Story03:08 Guess the Team: Fall Reports Quiz09:34 Oklahoma State14:04 Louisville Cardinals19:57 Ole Miss25:28 Kentucky33:31 Arkansas39:10 Wake Forest45:19 Vanderbilt52:19 Georgia58:23 UTSA01:05:11 Oklahoma01:12:00 Wrapping Up: Reflections and Fall ReportsThe D1Baseball Podcast is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.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.

On this episode of the D1Daily podcast, Burkie and Roons reflect on Bradley Smart's recent article that details the use of technology in player development for ACC programs. They talked through the recruiting implications as well as the power of data-driven assessments. They also discussed ways that a coach's eyes can agree or disagree with data analysis.00:00 Introduction and Today's Topic00:59 Bradley Smart's Article on ACC Player Development Technology02:46 Discussion on Sports and Technology06:28 The Role of Data in Player Development08:59 Erik Bakich and Player Assessments11:08 Recruiting and Technology in College Baseball15:23 Communicating Data Effectively16:27 Coaching Insights: Understanding Player Needs17:41 The Role of Technology in Coaching18:12 Case Studies: Effective Coaching Strategies19:19 The Importance of Data Interpretation21:27 Balancing Data and Intuition in Coaching24:44 The Future of Coaching with Technology26:19 Personal Reflections on Data-Driven Coaching30:49 Concluding Thoughts and FarewellArticle: https://d1baseball.com/d1extra/acc-extra/how-and-why-acc-programs-are-investing-in-new-player-development-technology/D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.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.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons talk about the Heisman Trophy voting process and how that might be applied to college baseball and the Golden Spikes Award. They also discussed the unique backgrounds of our last five Golden Spikes winners. Lastly, Burkie revealed that he did not watch The Bucked Up LA Bowl, hosted by Gronk00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:19 Heisman Trophy Discussion03:57 Golden Spikes Award06:01 Post-COVID GSA Winners06:23 Kevin Kopps' Remarkable Journey09:54 Ivan Melendez and the Return of Home Runs15:46 Dylan Cruz and Paul Skenes Debate18:26 Recent Golden Spikes Winners27:06 Final Thoughts and FarewellD1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.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.