The Compound - MLB Player Podcast

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Zack Short in Detroit, Cubbies Walk Offs and How to Throw a New Pitch! May 06, 2026

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Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

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BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the red hot Chicago Cubs and their recent success, including Shota's return to form and some of the reasons behind his and Ben Brown's success. Dakota also fills the guys in on his trip to Detroit to see former host of the pod, Zack Short, make his MLB season debut in Detroit with the Tigers. Finally, the guys break down how it feels on the mound when you lose control of the zone, as the Reds did last week against the Pirates, walking 7 batters in a row!

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Preparing to face Mason Miller and Ian wins his first challenge! Apr 29, 2026

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Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!

BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the Cubs' West Coast Swing and taking on the Dodgers in LA. Plus, Ian details what is like to prepare to face Mason Miller, perhaps the best pitcher in baseball currently and talks about winning his first ABS challenge.

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Why Do Teams Keep Giving Out 100 Million Dollar Contracts to Rookies? Apr 22, 2026

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Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!

BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Kevin McGonigle being the next rookie to sign a 100 million dollar plus contract, and why this is happening more and more frequently. Also, the fellas breakdown the NL Central's success, Caleb Thielbar's unlikely path to success and a whole lot more.

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Infield Sac Fly, ABS Shenanigans, and Pitchers Pleading Their Case! Apr 15, 2026

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Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

Watch the Sandy Koufax video discussed in this week's episode in our video episode or here: https://www.mlb.com/video/consecutive-pitches-by-koufax-called-balls

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BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the infield sac fly, ABS shenanigans, check swings in the 1960s and if starting pitchers should be allowed to make their case to managers before being pulled out of the game.

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Opening Days Continue in Cleveland and Tampa, Staying Locked In During Doubleheaders! Apr 08, 2026

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Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!

BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the opening days in Cleveland and Tampa Bay, including Ian's homer during a doubleheader. After that the guys breakdown the special 2024 Draft Class, and some of the reasons behind their success and how technology has changed and evolved over the past decade.

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Ian Gets Hot at Wrigley, PCA and Nico are Cubbies for Life! Apr 01, 2026

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Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!

BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Ian's hot start to the season, and the home run that wasn't. After that, the guys discuss PCA and Nico's contract extensions and the first week of the regular season and ABS.

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Opening Day is Here! Mar 25, 2026

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Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!

Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys talk opening day and the Cubs' roster moves surrounding it. Ian shares his thoughts as he prepares for his 10th season with the Cubs, and his emotions regarding jogging out to left field on opening day. After that, the guys talk about Venezuela's dramatic WBC win and the new ABS system.

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We Love the World Baseball Classic and Opening Day is a Week Away! Mar 18, 2026

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Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!

Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys talk everything about the World Baseball Classic and why we loved the tournament. Plus, it is just over one week to the regular season, Ian updates us as the Cubs prepare for the 2026 campaign.

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The 300th Episode Mailbag Spectacular! Mar 11, 2026

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Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!

Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, it is the 300th episode of the Compound Podcast! The guys celebrate by cracking into the mailbag and answering some questions from the fans and some fan favorites of the podcast. Thank you guys for supporting us over the past 300 episodes and taking the time to call in!

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Big News Announcement, Playing vs. Team Italy and PED Suspensions! Mar 04, 2026

Show notes

Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!

Visit our brand new YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.

Number to call in for our 300th Mailbag episode (which is next week!) (312) 945-8865 or email CompoundMailbag@gmail.com to submit your questions.

On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys have a big announcement about the future of the podcast and our brand new YouTube channel where you will be able to find all of our video episodes. After that the guys discuss Ian playing against Team Italy, Jurickson Profrar's PED suspension and the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

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