Diamonds and Roses Podcast

Jim Swanson - Victoria Harbourcats & Nanaimo Nightowls 2025

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:07:00 -0000

Ben sits down to catch up with friend of the podcast and Managing Partner of the West Coast League Victoria HarbourCats and Nanaimo Nightowls. Its been a few years since we last spoke with Jim, so we catch up on whats going on the last two years and what we can expect this year from the two teams.

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Welcome Back Season 7

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 18:22:04 -0000

In this episode Ben welcomes everyone back for season 7. He talks about why he has been awhile for about two year. Discusses changes to the West Coast League Championship format and provides a coaching update for the Nanaimo Nightowls.

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Coach Brooke Knight - Corvallis Knights

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 15:26:28 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with current West Coast League skipper of the defending back-to-back Champions Corvallis Knights. We discuss his personal baseball history in high school, Linfield College and Oregon State University. Further, we talk about his time in the minor leagues and his coaching history with the Perth Heat of the Australian Baseball League. Additionally we get in to discussing his son and what it has been like to coach him throughout the years. Enjoy!

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Dustin Doherty

Tue, 16 May 2023 02:06:51 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with Jesuit High School baseball player and top 100 player in 2023 for the State of Oregon to watch. Dustin discusses his first years of baseball and how he got in to it. He also talks about taking batting practice in the house with his father. Funny thing is his dad said after the episode recording the had to stop because of dents in the walls. Listen to learn more about Dustin and his love of baseball.

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BaseballMapper.COM

Wed, 03 May 2023 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben sites down with the boys of baseballmapper.com, Cory and Patrick to talk about their amazing website where you can go and find just about any baseball in your area, whenever traveling, or for leisure. We also discuss the ins and outs of why they created the site, the things they have done, their baseball history and so much more.

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Alaska Goldpanners GM John Lohrke

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 16:27:16 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with the General Manager of the Alaska Goldpanners. They discuss the history of the panners, Major Leaguers who have played for the team, what it is like to play baseball in Fairbanks, AK, John's baseball history, and much more. Enjoy!

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SLC Steals Baseball from Portland - AGAIN?

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 04:37:25 -0000

In this special episode Ben brings to you information regarding Salt Lake City Utah's newest effort to bring Major League Baseball to their city and who is behind it. Further, Ben shares some insight into how there have been some nuggets of information for the past two years shared in the news showing us the effort has been in development right in front of our eyes. He also discusses his feelings on MLB to PDX versus MLB to SLC and who is believes is the leader. Enjoy!

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Hippidy Hops Guy - Hops Super Fan

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 14:34:13 -0000

In this episode Ben sat down, live in Hillsboro, Oregon at Ron Tonkin Field, home of the Hillsboro Hops - High A Affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, to have a discussion with their super fan Hippidy Hop Guy. We talk about how he came to love the team, what he has liked over the last three years and the stories he has. Enjoy.

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Todd Haney - Victoria HarbourCats Head Coach

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 20:38:08 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with former Big Leaguer and current Victoria HabourCats head baseball Coach Todd Haney. We talk about his career in the bigs and what is it like to coach in Victoria British Columbia, Canada. Enjoy!

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John Scukanec - 365 Days of Catch

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:49:50 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with SW Washington resident and baseball fan John Scukanec. We discuss John's goal to play catch for 365 days, what it was like, who he met, and much more. Enjoy!

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Jim Swanson 2023

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 21:43:00 -0000

In this episode we catch up with Managing Partner for the West Coast Leagues Nanaimo Nightowls and Victoria HarbourCats Jim Swanson. We talk about the ups and downs of the pandemic, 2022 season, and what lies ahead for both teams in 2023. Enjoy.

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Canyon County Spuds - Owner Jeff Dobish

Wed, 25 May 2022 15:26:42 -0000

This week Ben sits down with the owner of the Summer Collegiate Baseball team Jeff Dobish of the Canyon County Spuds. Jeff talks about his first year as owner of the team, dives into what happened for year 1, what to look forward to in year 2 and so much more. Enjoy!

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Coal Ball - Inning 11 - Gorman Heimueller

Thu, 19 May 2022 14:13:41 -0000

In this inning of Coal Ball we talk with new pitching coach of the Nanaimo Nightowls and former Major Leaguer Gorman Heimueller. Coach talks about his early baseball history, giving up a grand slam to Jim Rice at Fenway Park in Boston and becoming a coach for one of the newest baseball summer collegiate teams in the West Coast League. Enjoy.

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Coal Ball - Inning 10 - Aaron Guiel

Wed, 11 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

In this extra innings of Coal Ball Ben sits down with one of the greatest baseball players ever to come out of Nanaimo British Columbia, former Major Leaguer Aaron Guiel. Listen in to hear about what it took for Aaron to make it to the majors, his sets backs, Japan baseball, and much more.

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WCL Raptors & Black Bears 2022

Wed, 04 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Gus Farah, GM for the West Coast Leagues Ridgefield Raptors and the Cowlitz Black Bears sits down with Ben for a great discussion about the two teams. He talk about 2021 and what it was like for them operating during a pandemic and adjusting to changes. He also talks about what lies ahead for both teams rolling in to the 2022 season.

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HarbourCats / Nightowls After Lockdown 2022

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode we sit down with Jim Swanson, Managing Partner, Victoria HarbourCats and Nanaimo Nightowls to discuss life after the Covid Lockdown. Jim discusses the new inaugural season for the Nightowls and everything the City of Nanaimo and the ownership group has done to get the field ready. Further, we discuss the upcoming season for the Victoria HarbourCats and what we can expect this season. Are they ready to get back in the hunt for the West Coast League playoffs and make a championship run.

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Quintin Torres-Costa

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Ben sites down for an epic interview with University Alumni Quintin Torres-Costa to talk about his baseball career today. We discuss his time at Hawaii, two Tommy John surgeries and so much more.

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Bryan "The Voice" Sleik

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben sit down with the former play-by-play analysis for the West Coast Leagues Port Angeles Lefties and the Ridgefield Raptors Bryan Sleik. Currently, Bryan conducts play-by-play for the University of Portland Basketball, Volleyball and Baseball. Give a listen and learn more how to be a better play-by-play analysis. Cheers!

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Bre Miller - President Corvallis Knights

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with the Corvallis Knights President and former first base coach Bre Miller. We discuss her excellent career to-date with the Knights and all of the positions she has held with the organization. The Knights are a winning team in the West Coast League. Enjoy this wonderful episode.

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Dave May - Medford Rogues

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with Southern Oregon's own Medford Rogues GM/Managing Partner Dave May. They discuss Dave's baseball past and present. What brought him to the Rogues and what is currently going on with the team for the 2022 season. Enjoy!

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Josh Mitchell - Wichita Wind Surge / Minnesota Twins

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with current pitcher for the Wichita Wind Surge / Minnesota Twins organization. Josh and Ben discuss his early playing years, time with Pitt, the Victoria HarbourCats of the West Coast League, and his Minor League baseball career to date. We even learn that Field of Dreams is not his favorite baseball movie. Enjoy.

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Debra Gil Interview

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0000

In this weeks episode Ben sits down with Portland's own reporter and baseball super fan Debra Gil. We talk a lot about baseball and all of her amazing stories.

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Disco Turkeys - In Season Follow-Up

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:43:24 -0000

As promised Ben sits down with President and Co-Owners of the Carolina Disco Turkeys Greg Sullivan to discuss the current season and how it is going.

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Lori Swanson - Victoria HarbourCats

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 17:42:06 -0000

In this episode Ben interviews Lori Swanson, the real brains of the West Coast League's Victoria HarbourCats. Lori explains to us everything she does before, during, and after game day. She also talks about everything she does helping the organization and this is on top of her being a full-time teacher. Such an amazing person.

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John Schnaderbeck - HarbourCats Asst Coach

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:44:31 -0000

John Schnaderbeck, Assistant Coach, with the West Coast League Victoria HarbourCats sits down with Ben to talk Cats baseball, his career coaching with the Cats and so much more.

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Jim Swanson Escapes BC

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 17:15:55 -0000

Jim Swanson, Managing Partner and GM of the West Coast Leagues Victoria HarbourCats and Nanaimo NightOwls/Bars crosses the U.S./Canada Boarder and spends time catching up and watching a Ridgefield Raptors game with Ben. They discuss the current status of his teams, the pandemic, and what we have to look forward to in 2022 with the teams.

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Hillsboro Hops GM K.L. Wombacher

Mon, 24 May 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Travis sits down with Hillsboro Hops GM K.L. Wombacher this week for a great discussion on the High-A Arizona Diamondbacks Affiliate. They talk about the lost 2020 campaign, new affiliation with MLB, and what this season (2021) has been and what it potentially could shape up to be.

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Sponsor Chat - What Would I Tell My 15 Year Old Self

Fri, 14 May 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Welcome to our very first episode of Sponsor Chat. Jonathan Loomis of Baseballism and Chris Reidt of Devo Bat Company join Ben for a moment of reflection and discussion on items we would tell our 15 year old baseball self. We get in to topics such as working out, nutrition, attitude and much more.

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Curtis Pelletier

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 15:52:28 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with Victoria, B.C. native and current Hitting/Catching Coach for the Victoria HarbourCats of the West Coast League. They discuss his all that he has going on from instruction to coaching. Coach Pelletier played college baseball at Grayson County College in Texas and saw pro action, including making the all-star game for the Victoria Capitals of the defunct Canadian Baseball League. Pelletier is also an Associate Scout with the Miami Marlins of MLB.

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Carolina Disco Turkeys

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 14:44:06 -0000

In this episode Ben sits down with President and Co-Owner Greg Sullivan of the Carolina Disco Turkeys, a Summer College Wood Bat League Team out of North Carolina, We talk about the creation of the team, clothing and hats, the stadium they are playing in and much more.

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Dylan Maclean

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 22:10:00 -0000

Welcome Central Catholic alumni and the newest member of the Texas Ranger Dyaln Maclean to the episode. Ben sits down and chats with Dylan regarding his baseball career to-date, Gunderson Baseball, the Little League World Series, and so much more.

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Kevin Gunderson

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 18:48:00 -0000

In this episode Ben and Travis bring in Central Catholic and Oregon State University pitching great Kevin Gunderson. Learn about how Kevin was attracted to the game of baseball by his Uncle, his amazing outing where he struck out 13 batters in a row, to winning the College World Series and playing professional baseball. Also, hear about what Kevin is up to know with Gunderson Baseball.

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Coal Ball - Inning 9 - Coach Greg Frady

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 17:47:00 -0000

In this final inning of Coal Ball Ben and Travis get to know the first ever head baseball coach for the Nanaimo Night Owls/Bars, Greg Frady. Coach Frady has an amazing background. From coaching the German National Team to a decorated college career. Get to know coach better by listening to this inning.

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Maury Brown

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Welcome to year 3 of the podcast. In this episode Ben sits down for a conversation with Maury Brown of Forbes to talk MLB to PDX.

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Coal Ball - Inning 8 - The Cities Involvement

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this inning we sit down to speak with Mayor Krog, City of Nanaimo, to discuss the cities involvement in bringing a team to Nanaimo. Enjoy!

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Coal Ball - 33

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this inning of Coal Ball we take some time to reflect on one of Nanaimo's great ball player's. son, friend, husband and father.

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Coal Ball - Inning 7 - Nanaimo Ownership Group

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this inning we sit down with Jim Swanson, one of the 4 Nanaimo Baseball group owners, to discuss the process behind selection a location for a new team and what was involved in bringing a team to that location. Enjoy!

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Coal Ball - Inning 6 - Burgmann

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this inning we sit down with Josh Burgmann to talk about his career in baseball to this point. We discuss his time in Nanaimo, High School, University of Washington and up to when he was drafted by the Chicago Cubs. I also sit down with Josh's parents to talk about Josh and get their perspective. Enjoy!

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Coal Ball - Inning 5 - Rogers Brothers

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this inning of Coal Ball Ben sits down with Nanaimo Coaching greats, and brothers, Dan and Doug Rogers. Both brothers run through their history of playing baseball and what got them interested in the game. They go on to talk about their coaching experiences, how they teach/instruct, what they learned from the players and what they hope to teach them.

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Coal Ball - Inning 4 - Serauxmen Stadium Amatuer Baseball Association

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this inning Travis sits down with Mr. Loren Goodall to talk about the Seruaxmen Stadium Amatuer Baseball Association

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Coal Ball - Inning 3 - Serauxmen Stadium/Club

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this inning Ben and Travis interview Cliff, Mike and Ian about the Serauxmen Club and Serauxmen Stadium. They give us a great history and background on these two wonderful topics. Enjoy.

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Save Boise State Baseball

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 19:00:00 -0000

In this special episode we sit down to talk with Boise State Baseball Coach Travis Buck. Coach Buck talks to us about his baseball career, coaching, and the current status of Boise State Baseball. This is an episode you want to listen too and do what you can to help.

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Coal Ball - Inning 2 - Early Nanaimo Baseball History

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this inning of Coal Ball Ben and Travis sit down to discuss the founding and early history of baseball in Nanaimo British Columbia. From the founder Mr. Planta to the early 1920's when baseball began to pickup. Please enjoy this inning.

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Coal Ball - Inning 1 - Nanaimo

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0000

Welcome to inning 1 of Coal Ball. A podcast series focused on the history of baseball in Nanaimo, B.C. In this inning we speak with the First Nations representative Bill and Gary. In the second part of inning 1 we speak with Mayor Krog. Please enjoy!

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Coal Ball Primer Episode

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0000

Ben is back with a brand new episode for you. This week he primes your for the upcoming podcast series Coal Ball. Take a listen and learn a little about what is coming the next 10 to 11 weeks. Enjoy!

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Valley Athletics

Wed, 27 May 2020 22:17:18 -0000

This week friend of the podcast, Travis, sits down with Valley Athletics of Portland, Oregon owner Eric Fogle. Eric and Travis discuss, Eric's, early baseball career, the founding of Valley Athletics and what it has been like being a business owner during Covid 19 crises.

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Jacob Kornhauser (A Cup of Coffee Club - Author)

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 03:43:00 -0000

This week author of the A Cup of Coffee Club, Jacob Kornhauser, sits down with Ben. They run through what went in to writing this book, those ball players featured and so much more.

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Coach Jake Valentine - Part 2

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 05:43:07 -0000

In this episode Ben and Dave talk to coach Valentine regarding his coaching experiences at Stephen F. Austin State, UC Riverside, Santa Clara and now with the University of Portland Pilots. We also get in to a little MLB to PDX with the coach.

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Coach Jake Valentine - Part 1

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 04:15:27 -0000

Coach Jake Valentine sits down with Ben and David for Part 1 of our interview with him. In this episode we dive deep in to the coach's past. We talk about his baseball playing career in high school, his college career with Tacoma Community College and Hawaii Pacific University. We give you a complete in depth conversation with the coach and you hear it here first.

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Bens 2020 Spring Training Experience

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0000

Ben getting interviewed this week by friend of the Podcast, Travis Conway. Travis ask Ben all kinds of questions regarding his first ever experience going to Spring Training. Some questions include what stadium was his favorite, what were some of the players like and much more. Enjoy the episode.

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2020 Portland Pickles - Part 1

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 13:59:00 -0000

This week Ben gives you some great insight into the 2020 Portland Pickles. He breaks down 4 players, all from the Portland Metro area. Leading the way are 3 University of Portland Pilots Nick Nygard, Gabe Skoro and Christian Cooney. Ben also talks about Washington State University Cougar Micky Thompson.

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Cooper Hummel Interview

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down, from Phoenix, Arizona, to chat with former University of Portland and Lakeridge High School Alumni and Current Milwaukee Brewer Cooper Hummel. Cooper talks with Ben about his early years and even talks about why he switched from Lake Oswego High School to intercity revival Lakeridge. Ben also gets in to a little MLB to PDX with Cooper.

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2020 Victoria HarbourCats - Part 1

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben breaks down the recent signings of Willie Lajoie, Tyler Best, Jack Keiser and Colton Evans. Ben breaks these players down and give you some feedback as to where these players will fit in the lineup with the HarbourCats. He also give some feedback on if they will fit or not fit in with what the Cats are known for.

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CJ Eytel Interview

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Ben is on location in Goodyear Arizona for Spring Training 2020. Oregon Native and Aloha High Alumni CJ Eytel sits down with Ben to talk about his baseball career in high school, college and now professionally. Over the last two seasons he has working in the minor league systems for the San Diego Padres and now this year with the Cincinnati Reds.

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2020 Ridgefield Raptors - Part 1

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0000

This week Ben introduces you to four of the 2020 West Coast League Ridgefield Raptors Players. He talks about recent Rutgers University signee, Bradley "Brad" Norton, Grand Canyon University Pitcher, Eli Ankeny, Texas-Arlington's Trevor Pruitt and finally returning Raptor and UC-Santabarbara Freshman Pitcher Carter Benbrook. We hope you enjoy this episode.

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Kim Baron - MLB Spring Training English Teacher

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down to talk with Kim Baron. Kim is an MLB Spring Training English teacher. She discusses her position and what she does as a teacher to help prepare foreign MLB players for life her in the United States and as professional baseball player.

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Highline Bears

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 11:21:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down with Justin Moser of the Highline Bears. The Bears play in the Pacific International League, a collegiate summer baseball team based near Seattle, Washington. Hear how the Bears got started, where they are at now and where they are going in the future.

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Connor Jones Interview

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 02:36:57 -0000

This week we have Connor Jones who sits down with Ben to talk about his baseball career. Connor talks about his time playing at Villanova, for the West Coast League and his post collegiate career. Connor then dives into his new career with Baseballism. Please enjoy!

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Tate Budnick - Part 2

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Ben is back this week and on the road once again to finish his interview with Tate Budnick. They talk about Tate's time at University of Portland playing for the Pilots. Further, they discuss his short stint playing Independent Ball and when he got the call informing him that the Milwaukee Brewers wanted to sign him.

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Tate Budnick - Part 1

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 08:00:00 -0000

This week Ben is on the road and joining him is the State of Washington's own Tate Budnick. Tate and Ben discuss some of his families history playing professional baseball. They also dive in to Tate's early years playing baseball.

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Ian Sanderson Interview - Part 2

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 08:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down once again with Coach Ian Sanderson. We talk about his time with the West Coast League Victoria HarbourCats and moving forward into his new position with the Wenatchee AppleSox.

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Ian Sanderson Interview - Part 1

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down for part 1 of his interview with Lower Columbia Community College pitching coach Ian Sanderson. They discuss his early playing career and what got him interested in Baseball. They also talk about a variety of other baseball related items.

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NW Baseball Coaches Association

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down with Gus Farah to talk about the upcoming 2020 Northwest Baseball Coaches Convention. Learn about who is going to be presenting at the convention and so much more.

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DeVo Bats

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Welcome this week to our newest sponsor DeVo Bats. Ben has an in-depth conversation with Jordan, Owner and Founder of DeVo Bats. We talk about his history playing baseball and where he has been. Also, we talk about some of his great memories. We then jump in to talking about DeVo bats and what makes them so different then any other bat out there. Enjoy!

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Jonathan Loomis (Baseballism) - Part 2

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Jonathan Loomis, Baseballism CFO joins Ben again this week for Part 2 of his interview. They talk about the level of baseball Jonathan is playing at this time, his role with Baseballism, the homegrown collection, and MLB to PDX.

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Jonathan Loomis (Baseballism) - Part 1

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0000

In this weeks episode we talk to Baseballism's CFO Jonathan Loomis. He talks about his time growing up playing baseball as a catch. We discuss his time at the University of Oregon and post college. We hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers!

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Ross Campbell - GM Portland Pickles

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 02:45:17 -0000

This week Ben sits down with West Coast League, Portland Pickles, GM Ross Campbell. They discuss a variety of things related to Ross and his involvement with baseball. Then they discuss how Ross became the GM of the Pickles and the events he has helped to put together over the last two season. Please enjoy!

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Connor Lambert (Portland Pilots) - Part 2

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0000

University of Portland Pitchinrg Coach, Connor Lambert, joins Ben for Part 2 of his interview. In this episode Connor takes Ben through his journey with the West Coast League Corvallis Knights, his time at the University of Utah and then on to his current position with the University of Portland. Enjoy!

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Connor Lambert (Portland Pilots) - Part 1

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down with University of Portland Baseball Pitching Coach Connor Lambert to talk about his early years in baseball. We hear from Connor regarding his time at Washington State University and how he was told the team did not have a spot for him after his sophmore year and how he battled back to stay on the team.

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Travis Chock (Baseballism CEO) - Part 2

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 19:00:00 -0000

Ben sits down for Part 2 of his interview with CEO and Co-Founder of Baseballism, Travis Chock. Travis talks about the early days of baseballism and its establishment. Also, he talks about his poetry and books. And more importantly Travis breaks some news on this episode regarding the upcoming Christmas Baseballism Cap design and one of the two new storefronts opening in the Spring of 2020. Enjoy!

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Travis Chock (Baseballism CEO) - Part 1

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down for an interview with Travis Chock, CEO - Baseballism, to talk about his early years as a baseball player. Travis talks with Ben about breaking his wrist during high school, attending the University of Oregon and how he first met his fellow co-founders of Baseballism. Enjoy!

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Jim Bouton - Part 2

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Friend of the podcast, Rob Nelson sits down with us for part 2 of our in remembrance episode of his longtime friend Jim Bouton. In this episode we dive into the Portland Mavericks, Big League Chew and so much more. We hope you enjoy,.

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Jim Bouton - Part 1

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0000

We are joined this week my Big League Chew Inventor and founder Rob Nelson to remember his friend Jim Bouton. We discuss with Rob where Jim grew up, his young baseball history and his early years in baseball.

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Pesky Breakfast / Jerry Gatto Tribute

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 03:26:00 -0000

David and Ben hit the recording studio again for a quick episode to talk about a local unknown get together called the Pesky Breakfast. This get together is baseball centered with those who have been around the game of baseball. Further, Ben and David pay tribute, in their own way, to the late Coach Jerry Gatto.

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Jonathan Jwayad - Part 2

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down with Baseballism Co-Founder Jonathan Jwayad for part 2 of his interview. In this episode we take a deep dive into the history of Baseballis. How it was founded, who the founders are, locations started and on into where they are going from here. If you want to really learn about the history of baseballism, this episode is for you. Cheers!

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Jonathan Jwayad - Part 1

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This week Ben sits down with one of the co-founders of Baseballism, Jonathan Jwayad. Jonathan and Ben discuss his early years up through his time in college. Please enjoy

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Dan Jurik - Part 2

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0000

We are back for part 2 of our interview with Mr,. Dan Jurik. This week we finish discussing his playing career and move into the time he spent coaching. Then we take a dive into what he is currently doing for Prep Baseball Report (PBR). Please enjoy as we enjoyed interviewing Dan.

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Dan Jurik - Part 1

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben and Andrew interview New York Native and former Minor League Baseball of the Atlanta Braves, Dan Jurik.

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Portland Pickles Tryout & 2019 Year in Review

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode we talk with Alan Miller, Co-Majority Owner of the Portland Pickles, about the tryout they had for the teams trip to Mexico. We also go a step further and talk with Alan about the Pickles 2019 season and ask about what they have in store for the 2020 season., Enjoy!

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Welcome to Year 2

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0000

We welcome you to year 2 of the Diamonds and Roses Podcast. On this episode we have a special announcement and reflect on year 1 of the podcast. Further, we discuss our favorite things and talk a little about what is in store for the podcast for year 2.

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West Coast League Playoffs Recap

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 05:59:09 -0000

In this episode Ben recaps the West Coast League Playoffs for you. Please enjoy and thank you for a great year 1.

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Oakland & Portland Stadium Discussion

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Ben sits down with Jeff P from Two Strike Noise podcast to discuss the stadium efforts in both Oakland, CA and Portland, OR. We hope you enjoy this episode. #mlbtopdx #portland

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Johnny Weaver & Gus Farah - Ridgefield Raptors

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0000

David and I sit down at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex to talk with Ridgefield Raptors player Johnny Weaver and General Manager Gus Farah. We talk with Johnny about his history in baseball and how his season is going with the Raptors. Gus discusses the inaugural season for the Raptors and the ins and outs of playing in the West Coast League. Enjoy

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Carson Lydon - A World Free of Suicide

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This was a very special episode to record. Ben sat down with Carson Lydon to talk about his baseball history to date and then went into discussing Carson's non-profit organization A World Free of Suicide. Carson and the Eugene Emeralds have an event on August 11th to Stomp Out Suicide. Please consider donating to this wonderful cause.

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Brody Barnum & Cameron Repetti - Ridgefield Raptors

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This we were recorded live at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex with two of the key Ridgefield Raptors player, Brody Barnum and Cameron Repetti. Brody, a Skyview High alumni and current Washington State Cougar and Cameron Repetti, the 2019 State of California Player of the Year. We hope you enjoy this episode.

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Julia "JJ" Camacho

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 12:51:01 -0000

In this weeks episode we sit down and interview a young "rising": star in the Portland, Oregon baseball world. Julia "JJ" Camacho is everything you want your young lady baseball player to look up to. JJ shares with us her experience playing baseball and the things she is doing to recruit other young ladies to get out there and enjoy the American Past Time. To say we enjoyed this interview is an understatement. We hope you enjoy!

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Clayton Gelfand

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 14:16:00 -0000

This week we sit down for an interview with Wilsonville High great Clayton Gelfand. He talks to us about his time spent with the 12A team playing in the World Series, time at West Linn High and his eventual transfer to Wilsonville High. We then discuss his time at Chico State, Cape Cod League and MLB to PDX. Enjoy!

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Corvallis Knights - Briley Knight, Jaskson Arnsdorf & Elliot Willy Interviews

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0000

West Coast League Corvallis Knights players Briley Knight, Jaskson Arnsdorf & Elliot Willy join us to talk some baseball and share their experiences with the West Coast League. We hope you enjoy. Cheers!

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Daniel Copeland

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 23:01:55 -0000

Daniel Copeland, Vancouver, Washington native, Skyview High Alumni and current Gonzaga University player joins us to talk about his career thus far. We hope you hope you enjoy this episode.

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NW Scout Games - 2019

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode we sit down and discuss the upcoming 2019 NW Scout Games taking place from July 26 thru 27, 2019, at PK in Eugene, Oregon. The best High School Baseball players in the NW get together and play games against one another. We hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers!

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Zak Taylor (Sherwood High/OSU - Beaver)

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Former Sherwood High Standout and Oregon State University Baseball Alum/2018 National Champion, Zak Taylor joins us this episode to talk his baseball career, Oregon State Universities 2018 Title run and much more. We hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers!

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Jen Beyrle - Portland Diamond Project

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 06:00:00 -0000

Jen Beyrle, Media Manager for the Portland Diamond Project sits down with us for an interview. We talk about her early years playing basketball, to her time at the University of Oregon and MLB to PDX. We hope you enjoy the episode. Cheers!

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Brian Valentine (Linfield College Asst Coach) - Part 2

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Brian Valentine, Assistant Baseball Coach at Linfield College returns for another episode. This week we are talking Linfield College Baseball, the Kelowna Falcons of the West Coast League, MLB to PDX and so much more. Cheers!

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Brian Valentine (Linfield College Asst Coach) - Part 1

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode we begin a two week journey with Linfield College Assistant Baseball Coach Brian Valentine. We discuss Brian's early years in high school baseball, winning a State of Washington Championship and his journey to becoming a student/coach at Linfield College. We hope you enjoy. Cheers!

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Mike Hebrard (Athletic Field Design) - Part 2

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Mike Hebrard joins us again this week to talk more about his company, the Portland Old Timers Baseball Association Annual Golf Tournament and some Little League Softball World Series. We hope you enjoy.

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Jim Swanson - Victoria HarbourCats - West Coast League

Thu, 30 May 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Ben sits down for a great conversation with one of the owners of the West Coast Leagues, Victoria HarbourCats Jim Swanson. We talk about baseball in Canada, Vlad G, MLB to Montreal, and of course the Cats. Please enjoy!

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Mike Hebrard (Athletic Field Design) - Part 1

Mon, 27 May 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This week we sit down with our sponsor, Mike Hebrard, owner of Athletic Field Design to talk about his history with baseball and what his business is all about. We hope you enjoy!

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Mike Barrett (Portland Diamond Project) - Part 2 - MLB to PDX

Mon, 20 May 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Mike Barrett of the Portland Diamond Project joins us once again this week to finish talking Blazers and getting into the ins and outs of the Portland Diamond Project. We hope you enjoy. Cheers!

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Mike Barrett (Portland Diamond Project) - Part 1 - The Early Years

Mon, 13 May 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This week we sit down with Portland Diamond Projects own Mike Barrett. We talk with Mike about his early years playing baseball, learning from his Dad who coached basketball and life lessons all the way up to his days with the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers. Cheers!

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Brian Gundell - Hillsboro Hops Copa Design

Mon, 06 May 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Brian Gundell is back with us for another sit down discussion. This episode we are talking about the Hillsboro Hopa Copa design. We hope you enjoy the episode. Cheers!

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Ben and David - UNCUT

Thu, 02 May 2019 12:14:49 -0000

Ben and David bring you uncut. David sits down for a 0ne-on-one interview with Ben.

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Brian Gundell - Part 1

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This week we sit down for part 1 of our two part interview with Hillsboro Hops Cops hat and uniform creator Brian Gundell. Brian runs is through his baseball history, college years and his early years as a sports graphic designer. We hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers!

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Dan Segel - Corvallis Knights - Part 2

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:00:00 -0000

This week we take a deep dive into the West Coast Leagues Corvallis Knights with Dan Segel. Dan talks about everything that has gone in to this team and what they are doing. We hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers!

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Dan Segel - Corvallis Knights - Part 1

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0000

This week we sit down for part 1 of our two part interview with Corvallis Knight's own Den Segel. Dan talks to us about his early years as a student athlete. We hope you enjoy this episode.

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Rob Neyer Interview - Part 2

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Back again is Rob Neyer for Part 2 of our interview with him. In this episode we finish talking about Rob's early career, his time with ESPN and the on to what he is currently up to as Commissioner with the West Coast Baseball League. Please enjoy the episode. Cheers!

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Rob Neyer Interview - Part 1

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 07:00:00 -0000

We are joined this week in the studio for an interview with the West Coast Baseball Leagues Commissioner Rob Neyer. Rob talks with us about his early years and some history of baseball. Please enjoy this episode and learn more about Rob just like we did. Cheers!

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Baseballism - Kalin Boodman - Part 2

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Part 2 of our interview with Baseballism's Kalin Boodman. In this episode we take a deep dive into Baseballism, its founding, where they have been, where they are at, and where they might be going. We hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers!

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Elliot Njus - MLB to PDX - Real Estate Discussion

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0000

David and I sit down for a discussion with the Oregonian's Elliot Njus to talk about the Portland Diamond Project and the real estate effort surrounding the Port of Portland's Terminal Two location.

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Baseballism - Kalin Boodman - Part 1

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0000

We are joined this week for Part 1 of our series on Baseballism by Kalin Boodman. Kalin takes us through his background in baseball and in life. We are very excited to share this episode with you. Please enjoy. Cheers!

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Nova Newcomer - Friends of Baseball - Part 2

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0000

Welcome back Nova Newcomer with Friends of Baseball. In this episode Nova guides us through Friends of Baseball and discusses with us what they do to help the community. Further, Nova provide us with some insight into what we can expect or potentially expect to see them do in the future. We hope you enjoy this episode because we had a lot of fun recording it with her. Oh and we have a very special guest to join us also. Cheers!

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Nova Newcomer - Friends of Baseball - Part 1

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode we welcome Friends of Baseball Executive Director Nova Newcomer. We talk to Nova about her earliest experiences with baseball, where she has been and then on to her work life experiences. David and I were honored to have Nova on and talk to us. We hope you enjoy this episode because we had fun recording it. Cheers!

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Ridgefield Raptors GM Gus Farah - Part 2

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 08:00:00 -0000

We are back once again this week with new General Manager of the newest team in the West Coast Baseball League, Ridgefield Raptors Gus Farah. In this episode Gus guides us through the naming selection process, the construction of their new home field, where the Raptors are headed this year and much more. We hope you enjoy the episode because we had fun recording it with Gus. Cheers!

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Ridgefield Raptors GM Gus Farah - Part 1

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 08:00:00 -0000

We are back with another interview and this time we have the General Manager of the newly formed Ridgefield Raptors of the West Coast Baseball League, Gus Farah. Gus spends so time with us talking about his past and where he has been along with his time leading up to coming on board with the Raptors. We appreciate Gus taking the time to share so REAL personal stuff with us. So, enjoy the show. Cheers!

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Portland Eastside Baseball - Part 2

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 08:00:00 -0000

Welcome back for the second of our two part interview with Eric and Easton from Portland Eastside Baseball. In this episode we take a deep dive into Eastside Baseball and talk with the guys about what it takes to establish something like this. Further, we talk with them more about scheduling, traveling and the teams. We hope you enjoy the episode as we enjoyed recording it. Cheers!

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Portland Eastside Baseball - Part 1

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode we are joined by the Eric and Easton of Portland Eastside Baseball. They talk to us about their background in baseball and what it was like growing up in the game. Further, they share with us their experience playing at the collegiate level. Further, we are joined by one or listeners of the podcast, Andrew, who co-host the episode with us. We hope you enjoy this episode because we had fund recording it. Cheers!

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Larry Colton - Part 3

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode we talk with Larry regarding his time with the Portland Mavericks and his transition from starting pitcher to pinch hitter. Larry goes on to talk to us a little about each of his books that he has written and to finish off we talk with Larry about the effort to bring Major League Baseball to Portland, Oregon. Enjoy!

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Larry Colton - Part 2

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 08:00:00 -0000

We are back with the second of our three part interview with Larry Colton. In this episode Larry reflects on his time in the minor leagues with the Phillies and his one and only relief opportunity with the Phillies versus the Reds. Larry also discusses his experience facing Roberto Clemente during his winter ball experience in Puerto Rico. We hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers!

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Larry Colton - Part 1

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode we sit down for a new three part interview with former player and author Mr. Larry Colton. Larry is a former Cal Berkley player, Philadelphia Philly and Portland Maverick. In this episode we talk with Larry about his early days playing baseball all the way through his career in college. We ho[pe you enjoy this new series of episodes as we enjoyed recording them with Larry. Cheers!

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John Yoshiwara - Part 2

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 08:00:00 -0000

We are back with the second part of our interview with former Portland Maverick Player and GM, John Yoshiwara. In this episode John talks about his time with the Portland Mavericks and what life on the road was like. Further, John talks with us about his brief time as GM of the Mavericks. We hope you enjoy this episode as we enjoyed our time interviewing John. Cheers!

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John Yoshiwara - Part 1

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0000

Welcome to another episode of the Diamonds and Roses podcast. In this episode we interview former Portland Maverick player and General Manager John Yoshiwara. During this conversation John talks with us about his youth, father and much more. Please enjoy this episode.

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Portland Eastside Training

Mon, 24 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0000

We are back and this time we sit down with Drew from Portland Eastside Training. Drew talks to us about what Portland Eastside Training is all about and what they have planned for the future. It was great time getting to know Drew and PDX Eastside. We hope you enjoy the interview.

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Portland Pickles Owner Alan Miller - Part 2

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0000

We are back from another great episode of our two part interview with one of the Portland Pickles owners, Alan Miller. In this episode we take a deep dive into the Portland Pickles. We talk with Alan about his interest in the Pickles and where they are going. Alan gives us some insight into what it takes to run a minor league baseball team. Please enjoy because we had a blast recording and interview Alan. Cheers!

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Portland Pickles Owner Alan Miller - Part 1

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0000

We are back for another great Diamonds and Roses episode. This week we sit down with one of the owners of the Portland Pickles, Mr. Alan Miller, to discuss his interest in baseball and what led him to want to be a partial owner of the Portland Pickles. Alan brings us through his early childhood by explaining who is first MLB team that he liked. He further discusses with us his early experiences with watching Minor League Baseball in California. We hope you enjoy this episode because we had fun recording it with Alan. Cheers!

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Rob Nelson - Part 2

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0000

We are back with our final episode of our sit down interview with Rob Nelson. In this episode we take a deep dive into the creation of Big League Chew. Further, we also discuss with Rob his marble game and we get some insight into the future of the game itself. Please enjoy the episode.

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MLB to PDX: We Have a Location and Drawings

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 08:00:00 -0000

We are back, but this time with a special update. The Portland Diamond Project just recently released information pertaining to the potential stadium location, Terminal 2 - owned by the Portland of Portland, along with some stadium renderings. In this episode David and Ben give your their thoughts about the location and discuss the stadium renderings. Enjoy!

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Rob Nelson - Part 1

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode with interview Big League Chew founder Rob Nelson. We discuss with him his earliest days of baseball all the way up through his time in South Africa. We hope you enjoy this episode because we enjoyed interviewing Rob. Cheers!

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Jack and John Dunn - Part 4

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode, part 4 of 4, with Jack and John Dunn we discuss John's time with the Portland Mavericks, coaching and the advice he was getting from his father. We also get Jack and Johns thoughts on Major League Baseball coming to Portland. We hope you enjoy the last part of our interview with these two iconic figures. Cheers!

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Jack and John Dunn - Part 3

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode we sit down for part 3 of 4 with local baseball legends Jack and John Dunn. We discuss Jacks time coaching at Wilson High, former first pick in the MLB draft Dale Murphy, Johns time being coach by his father and so much more. As a side note part 2 file was lost to being bad. We do apologize for the issue and are working to prevent it from happening again. Enjoy!

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Jack and John Dunn - Part 1

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode we site down to interview father and son duel John and Jack Dunn. They share with us their early years of baseball. Enjoy!

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Coach Gatto - Part 2

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 21:43:47 -0000

In this episode we welcome back Coach Jerry Gatto to talk some baseball with us. He runs us through his time at Cleveland High School and then on to coaching at Lewis and Clark College. We finish by discussing his current role with North West Star and get his thoughts on MLB to PDX. We hope you enjoy!

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Coach Gatto Interview - Part 1

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode we talk to Coach Jerry Gatto about his early days playing and watching baseball. He talks to us about the Portland Beavers, playing stickball in the street and having access to the Portland Beaver Players. We hope you enjoy!

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It's All About Funding - MLB to PDX

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben and David dive into Senate Bill 5, passed during the 2003 Oregon Legislative Session, for Major Lague Baseball Park Funding. We try to determine if the bill will require the citizens of Oregon to pay for a Major League Baseball Stadium should an MLB franchise be located here or relocate here. Listen in to what Ben and David find out. Enjoy!

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Jesse Owens - An Olympian and a Rosebud

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode David and I talk about legendary athlete and speedster Jesse Owens. Jesse was well known on the World Stage, but one of his most unknown endevours was being the owner of the Portland Rosebuds. We take you through a deep dive into the Rosebuds and their owner Jesse Owens. We hope you enjoy!

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Frank "The Flake" Peters - Part 2

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0000

We continue with the second of our two part interview with Frank "The Flake" Peters. In this espidoe we finish discussing the end of Franks career as a minor league baseball player/manager. Further, we talk to Frank about Major League Baseball's potential of coming to Portland, Oregon and get his take on it. We hope you enjoy!

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Frank "The Flake" Peters - Part 1

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben and David interview Oregon State University great and former Portland Maverick Player/Manager Frank Peters. We discuss Frank legendary career both in baseball and basketball at the Oregon State University. We also talk with Frank about his time in the minor leagues. We hope you enjoy.

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Mavericks - Episode 6

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode David and Ben take a look at the Class A Portland Mavericks. We take you on their short, but very interesting, journey as an independent minor league baseball team in the Pacific Northwest League. We hope you enjoy!

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The Beavers - Episode 5

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben and David share with you the amazing history of the Portland, Oregon Minor League Baseball Team the Portland Beavers. We take you from the expansion of the league, to its demise, back to its expansion, its demise once again, another expansion and its final demise. We hope you enjoy this podcast because we had a great time recording it.

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Civic Stadium - Episode 4

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 16:54:00 -0000

In this episode Ben and David bring you Civic/Multnomah Stadium. We share with you its rich history from the date it was built and what it was used for. We also share with you some interesting things we learned about how the City of Portland purchased the stadium from its previous owners. We hope you enjoy listening to the podcast as we enjoyed making it for you.

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Lucky Beaver Stadium - Episode 3

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 10:00:00 -0000

In this episode David and Ben discuss Vaughn Street Stadium or "Lucky Beaver Stadium". The share with you the rich history of the park from when it was built until the day it was torn down. We hope you enjoy this episode.

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A Pioneer & The Titanic - Episode 2

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben and David discuss the first known recorded baseball in Oregon, the Portland Pioneers. They share with you the first two years and what went into establishing baseball in Oregon. We hope you enjoy this episode.

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MLB to PDX - Episode 1

Sun, 02 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode Ben and David introduce themselves and their new podcast. They share with you thier own baseball background and experiences. Further, they provide a basic overview of the potential of Major League Baseball to Oregon. We hope you enjoy!

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