Blue Sox Insider

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Blue Sox Insider

Sydney Blue Sox

12 episodes

6 days ago

It's nearly that time! Andrew is joined by broadcast partner Luke Eisenhauer for a fast, fun Blue Sox season preview and how the new four-team, 10-week sprint changes roster building and game-to-game strategy. We introduce the 2025/26 roster: a projected rotation led by Alex Wells, with Ben Ferrer, Ky Jackson or Astros farmhand Jagger Beck, Landen Bourassa arriving after Team Canada duties, and Coen Wynne ready to flex starter/long relief or closer. In the pen, expect experienced leverage fro...

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Episodes (12/12)

Blue Sox Insider

Season Preview w/ Luke Eisenhauer

6 days ago

44 minutes

Blue Sox Insider

Gary Van Tol

Blue Sox Director of Player Development Gary Van Tol joins us to unpack how Sydney is building a local-first, sustainable roster one smart decision at a time—coming off a minor premiership and aiming higher. Gary explains his selection philosophy, how he and the team are balanceing winning now with pathway minutes for NSW talent, and the import profiles that best complement a young core. We also dive into Gary’s journey through the game—college coaching, a decade in the Cubs system, managing ...

2 weeks ago

48 minutes

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Briley Knight

ABL champion Briley Knight joins Andrew for a wide-ranging chat as he swaps Adelaide red for Sydney blue—and reunites with his dad, Blue Sox manager Brooke Knight, for the first time since 2022. Briley digs into the father–son dynamic, his championship heroics in Adelaide, what he picked up in Billings and the WCL, and why Sydney felt like the right move now. We get into his on-field identity and how he wants to impact a young clubhouse. Blue Sox Memberships (2025/26) Be part of it this summe...

2 weeks ago

47 minutes

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Ky Jackson

Ky Jackson joins Andrew to unpack a rare Aussie pathway: leaving home to pitch in Japan’s industrial leagues, then returning to make his ABL debut with the Blue Sox this season. Ky talks about growing up in NSW, why Japan made sense at 18, what that system taught him about preparation, command, and routines, and how those lessons translate back to Sydney. They also touch on his time with Team Australia, the talk around potential NPB draft eligibility, and what fans should expect when he takes...

3 weeks ago

39 minutes

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Jaylin Rae

Blue Sox Rookie of the Year Jaylin Rae joins Andrew for aa chat about his breakout season and what comes next. They dig into the moment he knew he belonged, the vibe inside a young Sydney core that’s built to stick together, why he chose to plant roots at home rather than chase an overseas stint, and how his versatility and energy shape the club’s identity. Jaylin also shares what he wants to add this year—on the bases, with the glove, and at the plate, and there's a random PCA reference. Blu...

4 weeks ago

35 minutes

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Landen Bourassa

Canadian right-hander Landen Bourassa joins Andrew for a wide-ranging chat on how a kid from Lethbridge, Alberta became a cornerstone of the Sydney Blue Sox turnaround—and why he’s back to anchor the rotation alongside Alex Wells this season. Landen shares stories from a true baseball town (Spitz Stadium, Bulls, PBA), his path through Lane CC and USF, the summer that connected him with manager Brooke Knight in Corvallis, and the “buy-in” mentality Brooke looks for. We dig into the pro g...

1 month ago

49 minutes

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Brooke Knight

Andrew sits down with Sydney Blue Sox manager Brooke Knight for an in-depth conversation about baseball, leadership, and the future of the game in Australia. Brooke reflects on the unique experience of managing against his son in the ABL, and shares insight into his distinct managerial style—a blend of tournament urgency and long-season strategy. We dig into what it takes to build a competitive roster, the importance of team dynamics and player development, and how the Blue Sox are leaning in...

1 month ago

44 minutes

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"The Blue Sox Way" with Luke Wilson

We’re joined by Luke Wilson, the Sydney Blue Sox Director of Player Health & Physical Performance and co-owner of Switch Physical Performance. Luke has been at the forefront of launching The Blue Sox Way—a new, innovative platform designed to support players, parents, coaches, and associations across New South Wales. We take a deep dive into what The Blue Sox Way actually is, why it’s focused on the critical youth age groups, and how better use of training methods, injury prevention, and ...

1 month ago

39 minutes

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News from Okinawa: Signings, Sox Camps & U-18 Updates

Andrew checks in from the WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup in Okinawa with a fast-paced Blue Sox news update. We run through the latest roster moves — including the signings of Jo Stevens, Jaylin Rae, the return of Harry Fullerton, and veteran lefty Matty Rae — plus news on the Sox’s new online shop and upcoming youth baseball camps. Andrew also spotlights the NSW boys representing Australia at the U-18s in Okinawa, and shares what’s coming up next on Blue Sox Insider. It’s your quick hit of Blue...

2 months ago

4 minutes

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Alex Wells

Blue Sox ace Alex Wells returns for another season in Sydney, fresh off winning the Helms Award as the ABL’s Most Valuable Player. In this wide-ranging conversation, Alex opens up about his journey from Newcastle to the Major Leagues, the ups and downs of his career, and what keeps him motivated to keep competing at the highest level. We talk about what it was like facing his twin brother Lachlan in an ABL matchup, watching him pitch in the KBO this year, and how Newcastle continues to punch ...

2 months ago

32 minutes

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Cole Sheretz

Andrew sits down with new Blue Sox owner Cole Sheretz to talk about his vision for the club, the future of the ABL, and what it really means to build something sustainable in Australian baseball. Cole opens up about his background, why he believes in the Blue Sox, and how he sees the team growing both on and off the field. It’s an honest, in-depth chat that gives fans a chance to get to know the person steering the next chapter of Sydney baseball.

2 months ago

44 minutes

Blue Sox Insider

Welcome to Blue Sox Insider

The debut episode of Blue Sox Insider is here! Host Andrew Reynolds kicks things off with a look back at a big off-season for the Sydney Blue Sox — from the return of manager Brooke Knight, to a fresh season schedule, to a new ownership group taking the reins. Then we preview our first interview with Cole Sherertz from Black Pearl Sports, the new owners of the Sox, and talk about what fans can expect in this next chapter.

3 months ago

4 minutes