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Join us each week as we interview unique perspectives across the baseball industry! From players to coaches to writers and beyond, we talk with exciting guests hoping to gain insightful perspective on the game we love. Through our passion for the game of baseball we hope to serve as an informative and entertaining platform to give a voice to people around the sport. Listen to our array of hosts as they join our founder Dylan Campione in touring the inner workings of the baseball world! To recommend a future guest or contact our hosts, find us @SideRetiredPod on all social media platforms & use promocode SIDERETIREDPOD on Seatgeek for $20 off your tickets to a ballpark near you. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Side_Retired_Pod
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English
Episodes
2026 25 and Under Draft
4/1/2026
Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez are back for their annual 25 and Under Draft! The top talent has graduated and new young stars take center stage with several teenagers getting drafted by one of our hosts.
To let us know what topics you'd like covered on a future episode or to have your opinion heard email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com and find us on all social media platforms @SideRetiredPod
Duration:00:48:59
Weekend Recap: 2026 Season Has Begun
3/30/2026
Dylan Campione, Nicho Fernandez & Gavin Anderson are back discussing the beginning of the 2026 season! The Yankees, Blue Jays & Dodgers have dominant weekends. The Mets knock Paul Skenes out in the first inning. Tony Vitello struggles in his first weekend. Dom Smith hits a walkoff grand slam. All that and more packed into today's episode.
To let us know who you'd like to hear from next or have your perspectives heard on a future episode, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or reach out to us on social media @SideRetiredPod.
Duration:00:33:23
Talkin with T: Another Road Trip
3/27/2026
The final non-conference weekend of the 2026 season has arrived for the Hoyas! Coach T joins Dylan Campione from Greensboro as the Hoyas get set for their weekend series. Coach T details the previous matchups against UVA and another winning weekend against Youngstown State. Plus, an inside look into the life of a college baseball head coach.
Duration:00:20:46
2026 Season Predictions
3/25/2026
Our annual round table episode returns! Dylan Campione hosts Nicho Fernandez, Matt Potter, Dovid Halpert and Gavin Anderson on our kick off to the new season. Who thinks Paul Skenes is pitching in a playoff game and throwing a no-hitter? Who has Roman Anthony leading the AL in OPS? Who says the Dodgers will win 75 more games than the Rockies? And did someone really say Julio Rodriguez is getting moved at the deadline? All that and more in today's episode!!
To let us know your hot takes for the season and to be featured in a future episode, let us know @SideRetiredPod on Instagram / Tik Tok / X (Twitter) or email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com
Duration:00:34:19
2026 Pitching Duos Draft
3/23/2026
Dylan Campione hosts as Nicho Fernandez & Gavin Anderson draft the best starting pitching duos for the 2026 season. Can anyone beat the Dodgers top of the rotation? How high can rookies Nolan McLean and Tatsuya Imai lead the Mets and Astros? Will Gerrit Cole bounce back strong in 2026? All that and more packed into today's episode!
To let us know who you want to hear from next or to have your opinions heard on the show, let us know at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on Instagram / TikTok / X (Twitter) @SideRetiredPod
Duration:00:23:52
2026 Breakout Predictions
3/20/2026
Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez are back for our annual breakout predictions episode! From rookies to bouncebacks to first time all-stars, the guys discuss the players they expect to elevate their games throughout the 2026 season. Who thinks Gavin Williams becomes MLB's next ace? Who thinks Dylan Crews lives up to his first round draft pick hype? All that and more in today's episode!
Duration:00:36:02
Talkin with T: March Madness
3/18/2026
Coming off another winning week for the Hoyas, Georgetown Head Coach Thompson is back with Dylan Campione to discuss all the latest! A series sweep of Penn State, the World Baseball Classic, Coach T's basketball roots and Coach T adds to his all-time roster with the right side of the infield. All that and more covered in this week's edition of Talkin with T!
Duration:00:30:45
2026 World Baseball Classic Update
3/16/2026
Dylan Campione hosts Side Retired's WBC Expert Dovid Halpert and fan James Kreisler on today's episode discuss all things World Baseball Classic. From the exciting USA vs DR Matchup, quarter-finals thrillers and the overall sentiment regarding a World Series Championship versus a WBC Championship.
To have your opinions heard and be featured in one of our upcoming episodes, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on our social medias @SideRetiredPod on Instagram / TikTok / X (Twitter).
Duration:00:27:08
2026 Closers Predictions
3/13/2026
Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez take a crack at predicting the guys locking down the 9th inning. On today's episode, the guys take their best guesses at who will lead each of the 30 organizations in saves during the 2026 season. From the locks of Edwin Diaz, Aroldis Chapman and Josh Hader to breakout candidates Clayton Beeter, Justin Lawrence and Riley O'Brien.
To let us know who you'd like to hear from next or to have your take featured on the next episode, let us know at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on Instagram / TikTok / X (Twitter) @SideRetiredPod.
Duration:00:46:20
Talkin with T: Grad Transfers
3/10/2026
Another winning weekend for the Hoyas as Coach Edwin Thompson joins Dylan Campione to discuss all the latest around Georgetown Baseball. Plus, shoutouts to grad transfer closer Luke Jackman on being named to the BIG EAST Weekly Honor Role and grad transfer shortstop Connor Peek on being named to the Brooks Wallace Award Watch List. Coach T dives into their veteran leadership as well as the team culture surrounding #Team156
Duration:00:19:20
At the Plate: Kyle Blanks
3/9/2026
Former MLB Outfielder Kyle Blanks joins Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez on today's episode for one of our most introspective episodes to date. Kyle takes us through the mental side of the sport, his previous experiences and what he sees in players growing in the game today. We really appreciate Kyle's openness and willingness to talk about these subjects that are rarely discussed and appreciate this unique angle into the off the field life of a ball player.
To let us know who you'd like to hear from next or to let us know about your voice in the sport, contact us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on Instagram / TikTok / X (Twitter) @SideRetiredPod.
Duration:00:51:59
Bal Talk with Collin Balester: Spring Training
3/5/2026
We are back for the second edition of Bal Talk as Collin joins Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez to discuss all the latest! From Spring Training memories, a World Baseball Classic preview, and stories of some of the best clubhouse leaders Collin had over his career, the guys cover it all!
Duration:00:41:26
Talkin with T: Another Weekend Sweep
3/3/2026
The Hoyas are on a roll and Head Coach Edwin Thompson is back with Dylan Campione to discuss another winning week on the Hilltop. Plus, Coach T provides insight to young coaches on managing the on-field / off-field balance of being a head coach and gives advice to freshman players who might be struggling for the first time in their careers.
Duration:00:23:25
On the Mound: Marcello Mastroianni
3/2/2026
Duke University Relief Pitcher Marcello Mastroianni joins Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez on today's episode to discuss the beginning of the 2026 season. Plus, the guys do a deep dive into Marcello's arsenal and the art of pitching. Thanks so much for joining Marcello, looking forward to having more Blue Devils on in the future.
To nominate or recommend a future guest, let us know at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on Instagram / TikTok / X (Twitter) @SideRetiredPod.
Duration:00:35:34
At the Plate: Matt Mervis
2/27/2026
Washington Nationals First Baseman Matt Mervis is back on the show with Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez. Hear all about Matt's journey the past few years as he gears up to participate once again in the World Baseball Classic for Team Israel this March! Plus, Matt's thoughts on the ABS system and his excitement regarding the culture in DC!
To let us know who you'd like to hear from next contact us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on Instagram, TikTok & X (Twitter) @SideRetiredPod.
Duration:00:21:55
Talkin with T: 4 Game Win Streak
2/24/2026
Coming off a great weekend, Coach Edwin Thompson of Georgetown University is back with Dylan Campione to discuss all the latest on the Hoyas. From the first road trip, new players adjusting to life as a Hoya, the home opener and so much more, Coach T covers it all!
Duration:00:27:10
2026 Top 10 Starting Pitchers
2/23/2026
Our top 10 series continues as the guys turn their attention to the bump! Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez are joined once again by Matt Fernandez for our annual starting pitchers episode. Controversial Cy Young predictions, breakout stars, returns from injury and so much more covered in today's episode!
To have your list featured in next week's episode discussing the Top 10 Relief Pitchers, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on Instagram / TikTok / X (Twitter) @SideRetiredPod
Duration:00:52:09
The Dynasty Draft: Position Players Edition
2/20/2026
Drafts are Back!! Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez are joined by Fantasy Baseball Expert Austin Stapleton to draft the best players for a Dynasty Fantasy Baseball League. The prompt is simple, who will be the best players in the league for the next five years? Nicho and Austin go head to head calling their shots!
To let us know who you'd like to hear from next or future topics you'd like discussed, let us know at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com
Duration:00:27:11
2026 World Baseball Classic Preview
2/18/2026
Our digital media specialist Dovid Halpert takes over the show for the day as he leads Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez on a tour of the World Baseball Classic. From the 20 teams, 4 pools and potential matchups, Dovid covers it all with the guys and details some of the important things to notice ahead of the tournament.
To let us know what topics you'd want to hear next on the show, reach out to us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on our social medias @SideRetiredPod on Instagram, TikTok & X (Twitter).
Duration:00:41:11
2026 Top 10 Right Fielders
2/16/2026
Our tour around the outfield concludes as Georgetown University utility player Ashton Seymore joins Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez to discuss the Top 10 Right Fielders for the 2026 season. From Aaron Judge to Juan Soto to Ronald Acuna, the guys discuss it all!
To submit your list for the Top 10 Starting Pitchers episode next week, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on Instagram / TikTok / X (twitter) @SideRetiredPod.
Duration:00:33:24