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The Baseball United Podcast

Baseball United

37 episodes

6 months ago

Arabia Wolves pitcher Brian Schlitter shares his journey through professional baseball, from playing for Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg to making his MLB debut with the team he grew up rooting for—the Chicago Cubs. He talks about launching his custom shoe design business, Schlit’s Kicks, reflects on the 2023 All-Star Showcase, and looks ahead to this week’s historic UAE Series (February 14–16, 2025) with excitement. Brian shares why he believes Baseball United’s leadership is a key factor in the...

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Arabia Wolves pitcher Brian Schlitter shares his journey through professional baseball, from playing for Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg to making his MLB debut with the team he grew up rooting for—the Chicago Cubs. He talks about launching his custom shoe design business, Schlit’s Kicks, reflects on the 2023 All-Star Showcase, and looks ahead to this week’s historic UAE Series (February 14–16, 2025) with excitement. Brian shares why he believes Baseball United’s leadership is a key factor in the...

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Episodes (20/37)

The Baseball United Podcast

Arabia Wolves Pitcher Brian Schlitter Ready To Rock At UAE Series

Arabia Wolves pitcher Brian Schlitter shares his journey through professional baseball, from playing for Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg to making his MLB debut with the team he grew up rooting for—the Chicago Cubs. He talks about launching his custom shoe design business, Schlitt’s Kicks, reflects on the 2023 All-Star Showcase, and looks ahead to this week’s historic UAE Series (February 14–16, 2025) with excitement. Brian shares why he believes Baseball United’s leadership is a key factor in th...

3 months ago

23 minutes

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Mid East Falcons Infielder Mitch Piatnik Previews UAE Series

Mid East Falcons infielder Mitch Piatnik dives into his professional baseball journey, including his time in the Cincinnati Reds organization and playing in the independent league. He shares his passion for mentoring the next generation of players, reflects on his relationship with Baseball United Co-Founder and MLB Hall of Famer Barry Larkin, and talks about his excitement for representing Baseball United in the upcoming UAE Series (February 14–16, 2025). Tickets to the UAE Series can be f...

3 months ago

20 minutes

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Arabia Wolves Pitcher Alex Katz Fired Up For Historic UAE Series

Arabia Wolves pitcher Alex Katz shares his journey through the minor leagues, his experience representing Team Israel in international competitions like the World Baseball Classic and the Olympics, and how he built his business, Stadium Custom Kicks. He discusses the importance of leadership in any venture, his excitement for competing in the upcoming UAE Series (February 14–16, 2025) and the potential for baseball’s growth in the Middle East.Tickets to the UAE Series can be found exclusively...

3 months ago

25 minutes

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Arabia Wolves Outfielder Courtney Hawkins Gears Up for UAE Series Showdown

Arabia Wolves outfielder Courtney Hawkins shares his journey through professional baseball—from being a first-round draft pick to navigating the challenges of being released and reviving his career through independent leagues. He reflects on how these experiences shaped him as a player and a mentor, including his work with the next generation of athletes through private lessons. Hawkins also discusses participating in the 2023 All-Star Showcase, his excitement for representing the Arabia Wolv...

4 months ago

29 minutes

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SVP Of Emerging Markets Max Shaukat On Pushing The Boundaries Of Baseball

Max Shaukat, Baseball United's SVP of Emerging Markets and a veteran in the sports and entertainment industry, joins the show to share his remarkable journey. Known for his instrumental role in bringing professional cricket to the United States, Max discusses the parallels between his cricket experience and his mission to help pioneer professional baseball in the Middle East. He dives into topics like the leadership of Baseball United's founder, Kash Shaikh, the rapid growth of the league, an...

5 months ago

41 minutes

The Baseball United Podcast

Eddie Diaz On Baseball’s Breakthrough In The UAE

Eddie Diaz, manager of the UAE National Baseball Team, brings years of leadership experience to the game. In this episode, he discusses the historic Arab Classic tournament, the rapid construction of Baseball United Ballpark, and the journey of the UAE National Team. Diaz explores the challenges of building team chemistry, the strategies used during the tournament, and the future of baseball in the UAE. He shares his insights on player development, the importance of creating opportunities for...

5 months ago

39 minutes

The Baseball United Podcast

The Future of Saudi Baseball With Jean-Michel Mayeur

Jean-Michel Mayeur, Technical Director for the Saudi Baseball and Softball Federation, has over 25 years of experience in the game. In this episode, he shares his journey from player to coach, the challenges of developing baseball in Saudi Arabia, and the importance of grassroots initiatives for growing the sport. Mayeur delves into youth development, the potential for baseball in Saudi Arabia as part of the kingdomâs broader sports strategy, and the excitement surrounding the upcoming Arab...

7 months ago

26 minutes

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Chris Beyers On Inspiring the Next Generation of UAE Baseball Players

Arabia Wolves infielder Chris Beyers shares his remarkable journey, from growing up in Saudi Arabia to becoming one of the first players selected for the UAE’s inaugural national baseball team. As the Baseball United Arab Classic approaches (November 7-10), Chris reflects on his recent professional season in Germany and his childhood memories of representing Saudi Arabia in the 2007 and 2008 Little League World Series. Born in South Africa, he also touches on the pride of representing his cou...

7 months ago

30 minutes

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Baseball United Arab Classic Tickets On Sale Now

The 2024 Baseball United Arab Classic is set to take place from November 7th to November 10th at the new Baseball United Ballpark in Dubai. This historic tournament will showcase national teams from nine nations across the Middle East and South Asia, including the debut of the UAE national team. With limited seating and tickets starting at 49 AED, fans are encouraged to secure their spots early. Tickets are available exclusively through Platinumlist. Stay in the Loop: Follow Baseball Uni...

7 months ago

1 minute

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Arabia Wolves Outfielder Connor Panas Driven By The Passion To Win

Arabia Wolves outfielder Connor Panas joins the show to share insights from over a decade of professional baseball. Drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in 2015, Connor reached Triple-A before transitioning to the independent leagues. As a longtime member of the Canadian National Team, he discusses the meaning of representing his country in international tournaments and the added pressure that comes with it. Connor reflects on last year’s All-Star Showcase, highlighting how Baseball United succes...

7 months ago

33 minutes

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Italy’s Alex Liddi Talks Baseball United and Beyond

Mid East Falcons infielder Alex Liddi takes center stage in this episode as he shares his remarkable journey from Italy to becoming the first Italian player in Major League Baseball. He discusses the cultural nuances and challenges he encountered along the way and reflects on how his journey has paved the path for other players from Italy to pursue their dreams. With unwavering confidence, Alex talks about the promising direction of Baseball United under its leadership and ownership, ex...

8 months ago

31 minutes

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Baseball United's Vishnu Kalel on the Rise of Baseball in India

Vishnu Kalel, Baseball United’s Development Specialist for India, joins the show to share his inspiring journey from school teacher to nurturing some of the country’s top baseball prospects. He reflects on the moment he fell in love with the game and expresses deep gratitude for how Baseball United has enabled him to fulfill his dream of coaching young players. Vishnu provides insight into his role within the organization and shares his strong connection with Baseball United's Manager of Base...

8 months ago

38 minutes

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Robbie Ross Jr. Reflects on MLB Journey & The Impact of Baseball United

Mumbai Cobras pitcher Robbie Ross Jr. joins the show to reflect on his experiences in the Major Leagues and beyond. Robbie discusses his time with the Texas Rangers and Boston Red Sox, sharing memorable stories of playing alongside legends like David Ortiz and Mookie Betts. He highlights his experience at the All-Star Showcase in Dubai and the potential for baseballâs growth in the UAE. Robbie dives into the unique atmosphere of playing in Dubai, the unity among players from diverse backgro...

8 months ago

36 minutes

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Baseball United to Build Middle East’s First-Ever Professional Ballpark

Baseball United has announced a historic milestone with plans to build the first-ever professional baseball ballpark in the Middle East. Located at The Sevens sports complex in Dubai, this groundbreaking field will be a hub for the region’s growing baseball community. The playing field will be named Barry Larkin Field, in honor of the Baseball United Co-Founder and MLB Hall of Famer. The ballpark will feature cutting-edge technology, a modular seating configuration, and dimensions modeled aft...

8 months ago

2 minutes

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Steven Moya’s Journey from Vitilla to Baseball United

Karachi Monarchs outfielder Steven Moya joins the show to share his journey from playing vitilla on the streets of the Dominican Republic to the Major Leagues. He discusses being scouted by MLB teams at 16 and his transition to professional baseball after signing with the Detroit Tigers in 2008. Steven reflects on his MLB debut, the lessons he learned from legends like Miguel Cabrera and Torii Hunter, and his current pursuit of the Triple Crown with the TSG Hawks in the CPBL. He also highligh...

8 months ago

30 minutes

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Dillon Thomas Welcomes Exciting Opportunity with Baseball United

Mid East Falcons outfielder Dillon Thomas joins the show to offer his compelling insights into his journey through professional baseball. Dillon reflects on his recent experience playing in the Mexican League, and learning Spanish. He discusses the biggest differences between affiliated baseball and the independent leagues and shares what it was like to make his MLB debut after 11 seasons in the minor leagues. Dillon also talks about playing alongside Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani, giving an i...

9 months ago

36 minutes

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Arabia Wolves Outfielder Dwight Smith Jr. Talks MLB Career and Global Growth of Baseball

Dwight Smith Jr., former first-round draft pick and Arabia Wolves outfielder, joins the show to reflect on his journey through baseball, from his early career to his impact on the game today. He reflects on his father, Dwight Smith Sr.’s, memorable 1995 World Series win with the Atlanta Braves and his own journey from being drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays to making his major league debut against his hometown Braves. Dwight delves into his thoughts during the 2018 trade that sent him to...

9 months ago

37 minutes

The Baseball United Podcast

Baseball United's #1 Overall Draft Pick Karan Patel Discusses His Historic Journey

Baseball United's #1 overall draft pick, Karan Patel, joins the show to share an exclusive look into his historic journey. Karan discusses his childhood, where he developed a love for both cricket and baseball. He reflects on his experience as one of fourteen players chosen to represent the USA Cricket U-19 team for the World Cup qualifiers. Selected by the Chicago White Sox in the seventh round of the 2019 MLB Draft, Karan shares valuable lessons from his time in the organization and the sig...

9 months ago

37 minutes

The Baseball United Podcast

Baseball United Announces Dates for First Full Season

Baseball United has announced its schedule for the league's inaugural full season running from October 23,2025 to November 23, 2025, highlighting an exciting year of events. In addition to the season, the league will hold a professional tournament, the Baseball United Cup, and a national team competitionâthe Baseball United Arab Classicâwhich will feature eight national teams from countries across the Middle East and South Asia. For more details, visit www.baseballunited.com/eventsStay in...

9 months ago

2 minutes

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Nick Swisher Spreading The Joys Of Baseball Around The World

In this episode of the Baseball United Podcast, host Liam Skiffington sits down with Baseball United Co-Owner Nick Swisher. A 12-year MLB veteran and World Series champion, Swisher brings his unmatched energy and passion to the show as he reflects on his journey from being a first-round draft pick by the Oakland A's to winning a World Series with the New York Yankees. He shares insights on what made that Yankees team so great and learning 'how to be a Yankee' from legends like Mariano Rivera,...

10 months ago

40 minutes