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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons celebrated Arizona's awesome response to the low oxygen zone. They also introduced a new category called the "Oh my gosh, we're going to win" zone. Oregon State, Vandy, Arizona State and Louisville were topics of discussion, as well as LSU's amazing immunity to the low oxygen zone. Finally, props were given to Xavier's fearless scheduling practices.00:00 Welcome00:38 Low Oxygen Meter Returns01:15 Arizona And TCU Check In01:46 Louisville Ninth Inning Collapse05:13 Coastal's Weekend08:24 Vanderbilt Vegas Woes11:14 Oregon State Still Tight13:18 Arizona State Walk Problem17:50 Troy And LSU Temperature19:44 Xavier Into The Chimney22:35 Daily Schedule And SignoffFor 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/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.

On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons discuss the players who stepped up in an epic game between Mississippi State and UCLA. They named their "Real Dudes" of the week and discussed some position groups, like the Wake Forest rotation and the Oregon infield, that are standing out. Caylon Dygert of UT Arlington also received some love for his epic pitching performance at Arkansas.00:50 Week Three Recap01:05 UCLA Statement Weekend08:09 UCLA Pitching11:09 Real Dudes11:29 Gasparino Power Surge14:53 Ojeda Shuts Down Oregon17:21 Wake Forest Ace Emerges19:48 More Real Dudes27:05 Wrap UpFor 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/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 and Bradley Smart recap week three around college baseball. They discuss their takeaways from the Live Like Lou Las Vegas Classic, weekend three at Globe Life, and more.00:00 Omaha Fuel Sponsor00:39 Podcast Kickoff01:27 Globe Life Takeaways02:54 Virginia Tech Tested04:39 Tennessee Bounce Back06:02 Florida Sweeps Miami11:06 Vegas Classic Recap14:12 Irvine-style Baseball15:22 Houston Tournament Reactions17:52 Bullpen and Ole Miss18:10 Coastal Carolina Outlook19:37 Alabama-OSU Takeaways20:46 Southern Miss Rolling21:59 UT Arlington Upset Buzz23:29 Clemson-South Carolina Series24:21 Undefeated Teams Update24:56 No-hitters and USC Arms26:06 New Mexico Start 27:41 LSU No Panic Zone29:46 Stanford Panic Alert30:36 Wake Forest Rotation Hype32:41 Wrap Up and Michigan NoteKerriston 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!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 D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Jack DeLongchamps and Bradley Smart preview week three around college baseball.00:00 Omaha Fuel Sponsor00:39 Podcast Kickoff00:54 Meet The Panel02:13 Flat Tire Banter03:41 Best Purchases Debate09:30 Week Three Preview09:48 Globe Life Showdown18:30 Live Like Lou Las Vegas College Baseball Classic Breakdown20:55 Frisco Classic Spotlight23:58 Oregon State Offense Worries25:24 Florida vs Miami Preview28:27 Clemson & South Carolina Rivalry32:33 Nebraska vs Auburn Spotlight34:29 USC vs Cal Poly Arms35:57 LA Tech vs Southern Miss Heat40:52 Coastal Pitching Depth44:40 Ohio State Wild Card46:54 UTSA Props and WrapThe 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!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 share personal accounts of teams who spent time in the low oxygen zone. They also discussed where Arizona, Coastal Carolina, TCU, and Louisville stand after the first two weekends. They finished with a quick examination of Oregon State, UCLA, and Tennessee.00:00 Welcome01:03 Going [More] Daily Plan02:04 Fan Tweet Shoutouts02:48 Low Oxygen Explained05:27 Big League Low Oxygen11:10 Arizona State Low Oxygen Years15:54 Meter Teams Intro17:11 Coastal Injury Alarm19:47 Louisville Pressure Check25:05 Arizona Offense Crisis27:18 Low Oxygen Meter30:15 TCU Rollercoaster36:05 Watch List Teams39:11 UCLA Gauntlet Weekend39:40 Quick Hitting Stats Debate40:44 Wrap Up -- Next WeekD1 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.

With the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series [Weekend 3] coming up this weekend, the D1Baseball staff sat down with each of the six coaches playing at Globe Life Field in Arlington to preview their teams.00:00 Tennessee's Josh Elander9:54 Virginia Tech's John Szefc24:10 Texas A&M's Michael Earley32:41 Arizona State's Willie Bloomquist44:25 Mississippi State's Brian O'Connor52:45 UCLA's John SavageThe 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.

The architect of one of the biggest series wins to date this season, Kent State head coach Jeff Duncan, joins the show after his Golden Flashes went into Knoxville and took a series and nearly a sweep of a top-15 Tennessee team. He talks about the team's early-season success and how the trip to LSU for a midweek game helped propel his squad past the Volunteers. He also discusses the impact of the Flashes' defensive prowess up the middle and how a fall workout has become a rallying cry for his players.Later, we’ll have D1Baseball Midwest analyst Burke Granger joining the show to talk about the Flashes and the sustainability of their early-season success.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, Aaron Fitt joins Burkie and Roons to review "Real Dudes" and "Hey Now" moments from the second weekend of the season. Westin Boyle (Purdue), Will Gasparino (UCLA), Braden Burress (East Carolina), and "Monster" Milam (LSU) were among the names mentioned. Dax Whitney's (Oregon State) historic performance was discussed and Aaron's coining of the phrase D1 "Almost" Daily provided a belly laugh.00:00 Welcome Back03:32 Real-Time Production Meeting: Hey Now vs. Big Picture04:48 Round Rock Classic: The Return of the Push Bunt09:42 "Hey Now" UTSA: Sweeping Dallas Baptist11:41 1300 Wins Club: Elliott Avent & the Coaching Mount Rushmore14:25 NC State Watch + [Another] Preseason Awards Rant15:45 Rapid-Fire "Hey Nows"16:48 "Real Dudes" Spotlight: Purdue's Westin Boyle & LSU's Steven Milam19:25 "Real Dudes" from ECU-UNC: Braden Burress & Grady Lenahan22:12 No. 1 – UCLA23:37 Miami's Dylan Dubovik goes 9-for-1126:20 Kent State & Sawyer Solitaria spotlight29:29 Dax Whitney Is THAT GUY32:55 30-HR Threats, Auburn's Week, LJ Cormier36:00 Closing ThanksD1 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 and Aaron Fitt recap week two around college baseball. They discuss their takeaways from the Round Rock Classic, headlined by Oregon State's Dax Whitney, #1 UCLA's dominating series win over TCU, and more.00:00 Omaha Fuel: Coffee Sponsor Kickoff (Kiersten Coffee Ad)00:39 Podcast Intro: Weekend 2 Reacts with Rooney, Fitt & Rogers01:18 Press Box Culture: The Fresca Tracker Returns02:10 UCLA’s Loud Weekend: Power Surge vs TCU03:40 LSU Looks Like LSU: Jax Classic Dominance & Lineup Depth05:35 Texas Checks Every Box: Sweeping Michigan State07:09 Auburn’s Statement + Louisville Concerns10:44 Kent State Stuns Tennessee: How Real Are the Golden Flashes?14:31 ECU vs North Carolina: Blowouts, a Tie, and Standout Arms/Bats17:19 East Carolina’s bounce-back + freshman arms to watch18:07 Round Rock Classic recap begins: Purdue’s pesky lineup & Westin Boyle buzz19:30 Southern Miss wins it: Gray Harris breakout and lineup standouts20:36 Oregon State at Round Rock: Dax Whitney dominance vs. real offensive concerns24:46 Whitney hype train: 2027 No. 1 prospect talk26:50 Other weekend series that mattered: UTSA sweeps DBU, Cal over UC Irvine, UConn vs Arizona29:26 Conference temperature check: Big 12 wobbly, Big 10 surging early32:40 Final thoughts, shoutouts, and signing off after Weekend 2The 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!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 D1Baseball Podcast, Joe Healy, Kendall Rogers, and Mark Etheridge are joined by Bradley Smart ahead of weekend two in college baseball.00:00 Official Sponsor: Omaha Fuel Coffee (Kiersten Coffee Ad)00:39 Podcast Intro + Week 2 Preview Setup01:49 Winter Olympics Tangent: Which Event Would You Compete In?04:21 Hockey Talk + Rockets Memorabilia & Logo Debate06:48 Weather, Moving the Season Back & Opening Weekend Crowds08:36 Tournament Preview: Amegy Bank College Baseball Series09:17 Auburn Deep Dive: Offensive Woes vs. Pitching Surprise12:17 Who Pops in the Field? K-State Buzz, Louisville Arms, FSU Rotation Questions18:46 Jax College Baseball Classic Preview: LSU–Notre Dame–Indiana–UCF19:04 LSU Notes: Jake Brown Breakout + Guidry as a Late-Inning Weapon23:50 Notre Dame & UCF Storylines: New Bats, Freshman Arms, and the Miami 13-Inning Gut Punch29:09 Marquee weekend series: TCU at UCLA32:47 UCLA spotlight: Roch Cholowsky, Will Gasparino & Angel Cervantes’ role35:38 Round Rock Classic preview: Oregon State’s offense vs elite arms36:56 Southern Miss & Baylor breakdowns41:07 Under-the-radar series to watch + everyone’s picks49:18 Quick-hit matchups: UConn–Arizona, DBU–UTSA, Xavier–Arkansas, more55:52 Final thoughts, jokes, sponsor thanks & sign-offThe 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!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 addresses the alleged hypocrisy in his identifying a "predicted" player of the year candidate (Ace Reese). The guys also discuss the natural tension in adjusting (or not adjusting) early-season rankings for teams like Auburn, Mississippi State, and Vanderbilt. Finally, Kole Klecker of Arizona State is discussed among several "Hey Now" moments.00:39 - Welcome Back05:05 - Roons' Fence-Straddling Strategy07:42 - Midweek 'Hey Now' Spotlight10:10 - More Midweek 'Hey Now's'12:17 - Rankings Volatility vs. 'Poll Mechanics': How Much Should Week 1 Matter?15:28 - Early-Season Re-Ranking Examples18:01 - So Should We Be More Aggressive With Our Early-Season Takes?19:46 - Vanderbilt Weekend Takeaways21:07 - Tennessee Reality Check24:24 - "Real Dude" Alerts On Our Radar26:32 - ACC & Poll Mechanics28:10 - Florida's Kyle Jones Is Back29:14 - A Look At Arizona State's Landon Hairston32:34 - Big 12 Reassessment: Maybe It's Top-Heavy?33:27 - Why College Baseball Hooks Fans35:25 - Closing 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.

With the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series [Weekend 2] coming up this weekend, the D1Baseball staff sat down with each of the six coaches playing at Globe Life Field in Arlington this weekend to preview their teams.00:39 Butch Thompson - Auburn12:48 Dan McDonnell - Louisville22:50 Link Jarrett - Florida State39:54 Will Bolt - Nebraska48:39 Tracy Smith - MichiganUnfortunately we had a lot of audio issues with Kansas State's head coach Pete Hughes. You can still watch what we were able to get from the interview on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrCChWFlo4MCollege baseball fans kick off the 2026 season at Globe Life Field, home of the Texas Rangers, with three straight weekends of elite matchups, college baseball's premier early-season tournaments. Returned to Arlington for a sixth straight year, featuring the Shrin. Children's College Showdown, February 13th to the 15th, the Amee Bank College Baseball Series. February 20th to the 22nd and February 27th to March 2nd. This year's lineup is the biggest yet with 20 of the top programs in the country set to take the field. That includes 15 teams that participated in the 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament. Become a college baseball VIP with Home Plate Reserve tickets. This premium offering features reserve seating behind home plate reserve parking. Early entry, a souvenir hat and cup, and more tickets are on sale now https://www.collegebaseballseries.com.Use the code D1Baseball at checkout for 20% off your purchase of general admission tickets.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.

Burkie and Roons react to the opening weekend of the 2026 college baseball season. Their big takeaways include Southern Miss’ comeback series with UC Santa Barbara, Oklahoma’s strong showing at Globe Life, and the high-end feel of TCU vs. Arkansas, while noting Mississippi State and Florida looked unsettled early despite rebounding results. In a “low oxygen” check, they flag early struggles for Big 12 programs like Texas Tech, Arizona, and Oklahoma State, while highlighting TCU and West Virginia’s strong starts.“Hey now” moments include Jackson Nystrom’s return to start for San Francisco after a cancer diagnosis, huge crowds (including Arkansas–TCU over 20,000), La Salle’s reinstated program going 3–0, standout small-school performances, Michigan going 3–0 in Surprise, and Tyce Armstrong hitting three grand slams in one game.Their “real dudes” discussion spotlights Dee Kennedy’s monster weekend, Arkansas' Damian Ruiz reaching base 11 straight times, and Cam Johnson's six strong innings with 11 strikeouts.00:00 Welcome back!03:20 Top Weekend Takeaways: USM vs UCSB thriller + Oklahoma’s statement at Globe Life04:41 TCU vs Arkansas: Felt Like June06:31 Early Nerves? Mississippi State & Florida08:48 Low Oxygen Zone: Louisville & Arizona11:44 Big 12 Under The Microscope15:11 Week 1's ‘Hey Now’ Moments17:50 cold-weather teams shine + Michigan’s 3–0 "surprise" weekend19:52 Georgia's Kenny Ishikawa & UCSB’s Jackson Flora24:05 Three Grand Slams?! Armstrong’s Historic Day (Hey Now Moment)25:28 Real Dudes Candidates: Dee Kennedy + Damian Ruiz27:35 More Weekend Standouts: Tennessee, Kentucky, Wazzu, Vandy, Navy & Georgia Tech30:49 Aggies & Cavs Loud Early32:41 Burkie's "Real Dude" of the Weekend34:00 Putting a Bow on Dee Kennedy35:44 Roons' "Real Dude" of the Weekend37:36 Final Notes & Sign-Off: Changeups, Mid-Majors Shoutouts, and Closing 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 and Aaron Fitt recap week one around college baseball. They discuss the happenings at the tournament at Globe Life Field, headlined by Oklahoma's impressive 3-0 showing, the marquee mid-major series between UC Santa Barbara and Southern Miss and much more.00:00 Official Sponsor Spotlight: Coffee for the Road to Omaha00:39 Podcast Kickoff: Skeleton Crew, New Sunday-Night Recording Time02:34 Globe Life Tournament Recap: Oklahoma’s 3–0 Statement03:41 Sooners’ Pitching Breakout: Cam Johnson & LJ Mercurius Lead the Way06:15 Oklahoma’s Lineup Identity: Chaos Offense with More Physicality08:40 TCU Takeaways: Dangerous Bats, Pitching Questions, and Noah Franco’s Slider10:17 Vanderbilt’s Weird 1–2 Weekend: Nine Homers, Still Losing14:47 Arkansas 2–1 Review + Oklahoma State/Texas Tech Struggles and the Box Score Software Mess19:23 Next Stop Hattiesburg: Southern Miss vs UCSB Series Setup20:38 UCSB Impressions: Athletic Lineup and Jackson Flora’s Draft-Ready Arsenal25:36 Why Southern Miss looks like a Regional Host Contender26:56 Credit to West Coast teams for traveling: UCSB & Cal Poly scheduling talk28:11 Cal Poly’s offensive identity: grinders, contact, and pressure baseball33:11 Weekend in Lafayette: Louisiana vs. Missouri State thriller + Cajuns freshmen35:45 Rapid-fire weekend results: Arizona tournaments, upsets, and surprises38:47 What stood out: Xavier at ECU, Spartans stun Cardinals, and early-season context42:24 Big risers: Kansas State & Michigan buzz46:31 Wrap-up & Upcoming ShowsThe 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 discuss their in-season rituals. These included using the lineup tab on the D1Baseball.com team pages, Joe Healy's Weekend Waypoints show, and the D1 Digest piece that comes out on weekend mornings. Then they looked ahead to opening weekend and the intriguing tournaments in Surprise, Arizona, and at Globe Life Field. Burkie wrapped with thoughts on what we could learn from Florida, Mississippi State, and Tennessee this weekend.00:00 Introduction00:39 Welcome to the D1 Daily03:45 Opening Weekend Preview and Routines04:11 Box Scores and Game Prep09:34 Mid-Major Coverage and Social Media14:20 Wheels YouTube Channel15:56 Advanced Stats and Game Prep Tools20:18 D1 Digest and Weekend Previews22:14 Key Players to Watch22:51 Opening Weekend Tournaments and Matchups26:06 Bold Predictions and Breakout Stars28:58 Final Thoughts and Segment Sponsors29:55 College Baseball Tournaments at Globe Life FieldD1 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, Joe Healy, and Aaron Fitt are joined by Bradley Smart ahead of DI College Baseball’s opening weekend. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message00:39 Podcast Kickoff and Acknowledgements01:26 Condolences and Team Introductions03:02 Discussion on Baseball Game Preparations10:44 Bradley's Puerto Rico Coverage12:27 ACC Teams and Players to Watch17:48 Globe Life Tournament Preview25:40 Arizona Tournaments Overview29:19 A Day at the Batting Cage29:52 Arizona Teams and Opening Day Intrigue31:50 Iowa's Early Season Struggles33:40 Excitement Around Michigan and Oregon State35:15 Regional Matchups to Watch36:52 Spotlight on Santa Barbara vs. USM45:52 SEC Series Highlights50:56 Weekend Food Plans 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 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 D1Baseball Podcast, Mike Rooney and Aaron Fitt are joined by David Seifert to discuss D1's updated college prospect rankings for the 2026 MLB Draft. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome00:09 Generational Talents and Guest Introduction01:12 Discussion on College Shortstops03:36 Top College Shortstop Prospects05:13 Beyond the Top Three Shortstops06:31 In-Depth Analysis of Shortstop Prospects13:02 Evaluating College Hitters13:15 Top College Hitters and Their Profiles17:19 Comparing Top Hitters and Final Thoughts19:32 Potential Helium Picks: Catchers and Pitchers20:27 Top College Catchers and Pitchers on the Rise21:22 Spotlight on Blake Morningstar and Other Top Arms24:36 The Debate on Converting Relievers to Starters28:42 Sleeper Picks and Personal Favorites35:06 Wrapping Up 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 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.

With the Shriners Children's College Showdown coming up this weekend, the D1Baseball staff sat down with each of the six coaches playing at Globe Life Field in Arlington this weekend to preview their teams.01:02 Dave Van Horn - Arkansas11:31 Skip Johnson - Oklahoma22:50 Josh Holliday - Oklahoma State39:54 Kirk Saarloos - TCU48:39 Tim Tadlock - Texas Tech56:13 Tim Corbin - VanderbiltCollege baseball fans kick off the 2026 season at Globe Life Field, home of the Texas Rangers, with three straight weekends of elite matchups, college baseball's premier early-season tournaments. Returned to Arlington for a sixth straight year, featuring the Shrin. Children's College Showdown, February 13th to the 15th, the Amee Bank College Baseball Series. February 20th to the 22nd and February 27th to March 2nd. This year's lineup is the biggest yet with 20 of the top programs in the country set to take the field. That includes 15 teams that participated in the 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament. Become a college baseball VIP with Home Plate Reserve tickets. This premium offering features reserve seating behind home plate reserve parking. Early entry, a souvenir hat and cup, and more tickets are on sale now https://www.collegebaseballseries.com. Use the code D1Baseball at checkout for 20% off your purchase of general admission tickets.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, 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.00:55 Introduction and Pre-Season Reflections01:25 The Grind of Pre-Season Previews02:45 Real Season Excitement and Upcoming Segments03:07 Celebrating Real Dudes and Creative Celebrations06:14 Hey Now Moments and Roster Insights13:01 Pre-Season Predictions and Fake Season Grievances18:23 Introducing the Real Dude Watch List20:00 Marquee Matchups and Real Dude Nominees22:01 Pitching Highlights25:32 Low Oxygen Levels: Programs Under Pressure28:48 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.