3rd & Central

The State of Louisville Podcast Network is home to 3rd & Central Podcast, hosted by Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner and presented by Kern's Korner! Home to the best chili and patty melt in the 502. Check them out in the historic Highlands! Things are looking up at the right time for the Louisville baseball program following wins over Miami and WKU. Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner break down both sets of games, look at UofL's resume, debate their postseason chances, and preview a massive series with Clemson. The best baseball stadiums in college, minor league, and major league baseball 24-16 (9-9)Recapping: Miami (FL), Western Kentucky Looking at Louisville baseball’s resumeWhere Louisville baseball stacks up in the CWS conversation/bracketologyReasons to be excited but why there’s still a lot of work to doWhy the series in Coral Gables defines who Louisville isIdentifying 3 key players for Louisville - Evan Webster, Gavin Keeling, Tucker Biven Lineup changes during the week day rotation that paid dividendsLouisville gets HOT Proving that it was personal for LouisvilleWhere Louisville’s biggest improvements need to come fromCan Patrick Forbes become a sunday guy?Previewing a uber important weekend series with ClemsonThe biggest key against Clemson’s pitchingCan Louisville pull off a series upset?A positive for Louisville when it comes to facing ClemsonA Cards in the Pros UpdateGreat news on Brendan McKay Visit a Louisville Hidden Gem - Frankfort Avenue Liquors & Wine Featuring a full bar with award winning mixologists along with a packaged store featuring over 600 whiskeys, some of the best local brews, and much more. Visit them today at 2115 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206 - Right next to Manhattan Project or visit https://louisvilledrinks.com/ Drink Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Former Louisville Cardinal basketball star Russ Smith is changing the bourbon game with Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Company. Skip the cold and hassle and have Mr & Mrs delivered to your front door! Visit Seelbachs.com/collections/mr-mrs-bourbon to buy now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The State of Louisville Podcast Network is home to 3rd & Central Podcast, hosted by Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner and presented by Kern's Korner! Home to the best chili and patty melt in the 502. Check them out in the historic Highlands! It was a HUGE weekend for the Louisville baseball followed by a disappointing mid-week let down. Matt and Aaron recap all the action and take a closer look at the Virginia series before welcoming in Louisville closer, Tucker Biven. Brooms baby, brooms!3-1 over the last 4 Recapping NC State and Western KentuckyLooking closer at Louisville baseball’s resume 20-12 (6-6) Eddie King starting to come alive Lineup stability paying dividends Who is proving to be the Friday night studRecapping a tough loss to Western KentuckyWhere there were opportunities to win A chance for revengePreviewing the weekend series against VirginiaWhy this series is so importantMajor injuries that could impact UVAA streak Louisville will want to breakPlayers to know for the CavaliersThe biggest series of the season Cards in the Pros updatesGetting hooked on baseball CardsGrowing up a Louisville basketball fan \ thoughts on Pat KelseyWelcoming in Tucker Biven! Recruitment to LouisvilleBeing a hooper but choosing baseball Experiencing baseball in the DRHave you gotten in the new barber chair?Korbyn Dickerson’s hidden skillsFavorite role played so far as a CardinalRetiring the batBeating Josh Rogers 1-on-1Gathering momentum from the NC State winsLessons learned from leads Visit a Louisville Hidden Gem - Frankfort Avenue Liquors & Wine Featuring a full bar with award winning mixologists along with a packaged store featuring over 600 whiskeys, some of the best local brews, and much more. Visit them today at 2115 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206 - Right next to Manhattan Project or visit https://louisvilledrinks.com/ Drink Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Former Louisville Cardinal basketball star Russ Smith is changing the bourbon game with Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Company. Skip the cold and hassle and have Mr & Mrs delivered to your front door! Visit Seelbachs.com/collections/mr-mrs-bourbon to buy now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The State of Louisville Podcast Network is home to 3rd & Central Podcast, hosted by Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner and presented by Kern's Korner! Home to the best chili and patty melt in the 502. Check them out in the historic Highlands! The Cards have been busy in ACC play with mixed reviews to this point. Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner dive into all the action over the last few weeks and preview the rivalry matchup with Kentucky. The State of Louisville Podcast Network is powered by Kern's Korner Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! Follow them on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Drink Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Former Louisville Cardinal basketball star Russ Smith is changing the bourbon game with Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Company. Skip the cold and hassle and have Mr & Mrs delivered to your front door! Visit Seelbachs.com/collections/mr-mrs-bourbon to buy now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The State of Louisville Podcast Network is home to 3rd & Central Podcast, hosted by Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner and presented by Kern's Korner! Home to the best chili and patty melt in the 502. Check them out in the historic Highlands! Louisville baseball has gone 2-2 over its last four and starts a pivotal series with ACC foe, Wake Forest, and Matt Sefcovic & Aaron Turner are breaking it all down. Louisville baseball’s best uni combosLack of quality winsFriday’s highs and what it meant to get a win What went wrong Saturday An incredible feat that hasn’t been done in yearsSunday was no good. How VA Tech destroyed LouisvilleHow key contributors not being in the lineup impacted Louisville’s batsWhere lineup changes have to be made Bigger role ahead for Liggett? Why just 1-inning?Can Louisville get things going against Fielding percentage and the story it tells so farWhat can Louisville do to slow down Wake’s offenseThe pitching staff and who takes the field The State of Louisville Podcast Network is powered by Kern's Korner Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! Follow them on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Drink Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Former Louisville Cardinal basketball star Russ Smith is changing the bourbon game with Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Company. Skip the cold and hassle and have Mr & Mrs delivered to your front door! Visit Seelbachs.com/collections/mr-mrs-bourbon to buy now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The State of Louisville Podcast Network is home to 3rd & Central Podcast, hosted by Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner and presented by Kern's Korner! Home to the best chili and patty melt in the 502. Check them out in the historic Highlands! Aaron & Matt are back breaking down all the action for the Louisville baseball program over the last two weeks. Get caught up on the Cards performance against some big opponents, look ahead to the ACC Schedule, and get an update on the former Louisville baseball stars in the Major and Minor Leagues. The State of Louisville Podcast Network is powered by Kern's Korner Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! Follow them on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Drink Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Former Louisville Cardinal basketball star Russ Smith is changing the bourbon game with Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Company. Skip the cold and hassle and have Mr & Mrs delivered to your front door! Visit Seelbachs.com/collections/mr-mrs-bourbon to buy now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The State of Louisville Podcast Network is home to 3rd & Central Podcast, hosted by Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner and presented by Kern's Korner! Home to the best chili and patty melt in the 502. Check them out in the historic Highlands! Things were a dumpster fire until they weren't. Matt and Aaron return for a new episode talking about the disaster that was Tampa and the recent bounce back. Aaron and Matt are both real…Big moment for the showInside the opening week strugglesWhy this team needed timeBase running needs work. Why Dan McDonnell may take that personallyA major concern for LouisvilleWhat it means to have a lot of open roles Where Louisville can get power hittingCan Louisville still be great?How the vibes changed with the young lineupCan the young players sustain excellence this early?Why this team is more mature and willing to battleLets “beat the hell out of these teams” Importance of next 9 gamesWhy rotations and lineups should be tested now versus laterIdeal guys at certain spotsHow much depth Louisville has and how it helps moving forward Zion the futureRecruiting update - Matt tries to calm the noiseCards in the pros updatesLocker room is finally finished. What it means for the future of the program The State of Louisville Podcast Network is powered by Kern's Korner Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! Follow them on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Drink Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Former Louisville Cardinal basketball star Russ Smith is changing the bourbon game with Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Company. Skip the cold and hassle and have Mr & Mrs delivered to your front door! Visit Seelbachs.com/collections/mr-mrs-bourbon to buy now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The State of Louisville Podcast Network is home to 3rd & Central Podcast, hosted by Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner and presented by Kern's Korner! Home to the best chili and patty melt in the 502. Check them out in the historic Highlands! 2024 Louisville baseball is just days away and Matt & Aaron are previewing what lies ahead in a bounce back year for the Cards. The State of Louisville Podcast Network is powered by Kern's Korner Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! Follow them on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Drink Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Former Louisville Cardinal basketball star Russ Smith is changing the bourbon game with Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Company. Skip the cold and hassle and have Mr & Mrs delivered to your front door! Visit Seelbachs.com/collections/mr-mrs-bourbon to buy now! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In part 5 of 3rd & Central's Offseason Diamond Dialogues, former Louisville Cardinal infielder and current Cleveland Guardians prospect Christian Knapczyk joins Matt and Aaron to talk about life as a Card, pursuing a career in the majors, NIL, 2024 and much more. Pre-Interview: Interview with Christian Knapczyk Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Follow 3rd & Central, Matt, and Aaron on Twitter 3rd & Central: https://twitter.com/3rdCentralPod Matt: https://twitter.com/MattSefcovic Aaron: https://twitter.com/Ajturn22 Find the show on YouTube Youtube.com/@thestateoflou Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In part 4 of 3rd & Central's Offseason Diamond Dialogues, new Louisville baseball pitcher Sebastian Gorgora joins Matt and Aaron to talk all things ball. From his decision to hit the portal and his recruitment, to a JUCO baseball conversation, to getting adjusted to Louisville, Sebastian details his offseason, the last few years of his baseball career at Wright State, and much more. Plus, don't miss an extended convo on facilities and the happenings around College Baseball. Pre-Interview Interview with Pitcher Sebastian Gongora Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Follow 3rd & Central, Matt, and Aaron on Twitter 3rd & Central: https://twitter.com/3rdCentralPod Matt: https://twitter.com/MattSefcovic Aaron: https://twitter.com/Ajturn22 Find the show on YouTube Youtube.com/@thestateoflou Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt and Aaron are back for part 3 of Offseason Diamond Dialogues with Louisville baseball commit Jake Gregor. Learn more about Jake's time at St. X, what to expect at IMG Academy and why he chose the Cards and what he's looking forward to most. Interview w/ Jake Gregor (Louisville baseball commit) Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Follow 3rd & Central, Matt, and Aaron on Twitter 3rd & Central: https://twitter.com/3rdCentralPod Matt: https://twitter.com/MattSefcovic Aaron: https://twitter.com/Ajturn22 Find the show on YouTube Youtube.com/@thestateoflou Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In a new offseason series "Diamond Dialogues" hosts Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner sit down with a variety of Louisville baseball guests. In part 2, the guys are joined by current Louisville baseball player JT Benson. Learn more about the hometown kid, including playing multiple sports, deciding on Louisville, adjusting to playing for Dan McDonnell, turning into a veteran, and what's ahead in 2024 following a disappointing season. Plus, some insight into NIL for baseball players, what JT enjoys doing during his down time and much more. Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Manscaped Use code "PINKSEATS" at check out for 20% off - https://www.manscaped.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In a new offseason series "Diamond Dialogues" hosts Matt Sefcovic and Aaron Turner sit down with a variety of Louisville baseball guests. In part 1, the guys are joined by one of the best pitchers in program history - Kade McClure. From his journey to Louisville, including a near transfer story, to playing in one of the best rotations in the country, to getting drafted and climbing the ranks of professional baseball - Kade shares the details of his baseball story and has a little fun talking grilling and reality TV. You won't want to miss this! Visit Kern's Korner in The Highlands for the cities best burger & chili! https://www.facebook.com/kernskorner/ Manscaped Use code "PINKSEATS" at check out for 20% off - https://www.manscaped.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The guys are back and joined by one of the top recruits in the 2023 recruiting class, Catcher Zion Rose Previewing the 2024 roster, why Zion decided on Louisville, what he is already learning from fellow teammates, and just how good the Cards can be this season. Plus, we dive into who left, who is back, and who is coming in as part of a loaded freshman and transfer classes. Comment and subscribe or no practice facility expansion! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt and Aaron return after a hiatus to talk through the busy activity taking place through the offseason for Dan McDonell and the Louisville baseball program. Start with a quick recap of the 2023 season and why the Cards ultimately missed toturnament play. Then, dive into the players leaving the program through the portal as well get to know the new guys coming in as well as an in-depth preview of who could be selected and where in the 2023 MLB Draft. Finally, the guys discuss the future of the program, including McDonnell's comments on facilities, and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Louisville baseball's slide continues and Matt/Aaron are here to talk through it all. First the guys dive into the mid-week battle with Vanderbilt, before taking a look back at how the Cards got to the point of not being involved in postseason baseball and what they have to do to get back in the thick of things. Plus, Matt and Aaron tell you where the blame on the field lies this season (it may not be the position group you're expecting) before answering questions about the roster, programs who may have an eye for Dan McDonnell, and the Cards in the pros. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt and Aaron are back to recap an up and down week for Louisville baseball. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt and Aaron return to discuss all things Louisville baseball in April - College baseball is crazy right now - Looking back at BC, Bellarmine, and Wake - Previewing Duke and Kentucky - Discussing new CBB rule changes - Cards in the pros recap Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt and Aaron are back to talk all things Louisville baseball, who is an outstanding 18-2 Recapping a series win against GT Awards 20 games into the season Carson Liggett has been unbelievable JT Benson is a new man What can the Cards improve going forward? Road Warrior Mentality Previewing Notre Dame series Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Louisville baseball is off to a 7-1 start behind hot bats and solid pitching - Recapping the first 8 games - What stood out? What must be improved? - Biggest surprise from the first two weeks? - Previewing a major weekend in Houston against good competition - Cards in the pros update + Much much more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt and Aaron are back for episode 2 of season 3, with an in-depth breakdown of the 2023 Louisville baseball season that you won't find anywhere else! The guys dive into: Subscribe to the first and only Louisville baseball specific podcast anywhere you get your shows! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy