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The D1Baseball Podcast is your home for college baseball news, analysis, rankings, and breaking stories — all from the trusted experts at D1Baseball. Hosted by Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, and Joe Healy, the show delivers year-round coverage of the NCAA baseball landscape.

Each week, we break down the biggest storylines across the SEC, ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, and Mid-Major baseball, including Top 25 movement, transfer portal updates, Regional & CWS projections, coaching news, player development, and in-depth interviews with the sport’s most influential voices.

Whether you’re locked in on your favorite team or want a national perspective on the Road to Omaha, The D1Baseball Podcast is the definitive source for college baseball fans.

Follow now if you love college baseball!

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Latest Episodes:

Which MLB Rules Should Come to College Baseball? [D1 Daily] Dec 11, 2025

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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons talk through which MLB rules would make sense for college baseball. They discussed the 15-second pitch clock when no runners are on base, the 3-batter minimum for pitchers, and a potential 3-pick max for holding runners. They also discussed the 10-run rule and a ghost runner in extra innings.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:09 Double Base Rule Concerns

05:05 Discussion on the Shift Rule

05:47 Proposed Rule Changes for College Baseball

07:08 Pace of Play and Game Speed

15:16 Review Processes

18:35 Pitching Rules and Challenges

22:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.

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Selection Show Chaos, Fall Edition [D1 Daily] Dec 09, 2025

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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons put a college baseball spin on the angst around the College Football Playoff Selection Show. They discussed the impossibilities born of trying to compare teams from completely different leagues and locations. They also talked about what the future might hold for this wacky world of college athletics.

00:00 Welcome to the D One Daily Podcast

01:34 College Football Playoff Controversy

02:38 Personal Experiences with Tournament Exclusions

05:27 The Era of Unintended Consequences in College Sports

08:36 The Future of College Football Playoffs

13:41 The Role of Data and Committees in Sports Rankings

17:38 Evaluating College Baseball Rankings

18:09 The Importance of Conference Games

19:25 Non-Conference Games and Their Impact

22:09 Selection Criteria and Controversies

24:57 Comparing College Sports Tournaments

28:14 Future of College Sports and Playoffs

30:18 Concluding Thoughts

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Preparing Hitters For College Pitchers [D1 Daily] Dec 04, 2025

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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons talk about preparing college hitters for opposing pitchers. Some of the key concepts were velocity ranges and whether the pitcher's out-pitches create swing-and-miss within the strike zone. They discussed the validity of being "above or below hitting speed". And they also debated the value of pitches used solely to steal a strike. Roons may or may not have compared a 5-pitch college lefthander to the Loch Ness Monster.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:30 Pitching Strategies and Pet Peeves

03:24 Analyzing Pitch Distribution

04:52 Insights from Pro Pitchers

07:04 The Importance of Command and Velocity

12:27 Stealing Strikes: A Tactical Discussion

15:17 The Role of College Umpires and Hitters

17:26 Training and Development in College Baseball

19:56 Final Thoughts

27:18 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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What Makes Great Coaches Great? [D1 Daily] Dec 02, 2025

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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons discuss what makes great coaches great. The topics ranged from identifying the glue guys that win championships to adjusting recruiting strategies as times change to creating system buy-in with your players.

Some of the coaches discussed were ECU's Cliff Godwin, Oregon State's Pat Casey, UConn's Jim Penders, and many more.

00:00 Introduction and Today's Topics

00:43 What Makes a Great Coach?

03:20 Recruiting and Developing Players

04:26 Coaching Styles and Systems

04:57 In-Game Coaching and Adaptability

06:46 Hiring and Evaluating Coaches

13:28 Vision and Adaptability in Coaching

28:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.

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Giving Thanks For Our College Baseball Broadcasting Experiences [D1 Daily] Nov 27, 2025

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On this episode of the D1Daily podcast, Burkie and Roons give thanks for many great experiences broadcasting college baseball. They reflect on the unselfishness and incredible talent of so many people who make things happen behind the scenes. And they give thanks to the 2022 Stillwater Regional. We'll always have Stillwater.

00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Day Greetings

00:11 Active Turkey Day Tips

00:47 Gratitude for ESPN Colleagues

02:22 Broadcasting Journey

07:41 Squeeze Play

10:50 More Memorable College Baseball Moments

17:05 The Magic of Omaha

D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.

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Our Gratitude For College Baseball [D1 Daily] Nov 25, 2025

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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons express gratitude for college baseball experiences from their playing and coaching careers. These reflections included the role of parents in a player's career, a fun summer in Alaska, and the thrill of clinching a trip to Omaha.

00:00 Welcome to the D1 Daily Podcast

00:49 Gratitude for Family and Early Baseball Days

04:25 The Challenges and Joys of Parenting in Sports

06:15 Coaching and Career Breakthroughs

07:59 A Tennessee Baseball Journey

16:44 Memorable College Baseball Moments

19:35 Summer Baseball and Coaching Experiences

27:18 Looking Forward and Wrapping Up

D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.

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Predicting the Unpredictable: College Baseball's Preseason Puzzle [D1 Daily] Nov 20, 2025

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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons discuss the imperfections of preseason rankings and things that surprised them over the last three seasons. These reflections included Tennessee's historic 2024 team being ranked No. 9 in the preseason and why that was totally justifiable. They also picked out a couple of teams that might be undervalued coming into 2026. Looking at you, Texas A&M!

00:00:00 – Intro + Fake Award Season Banter

00:01:11 – Today’s Plan: Fake 8 vs. Real 8 vs. Omaha 8

00:03:10 – 2025 Misses: A&M & Virginia Fallout

00:04:31 – Vandy, Texas & Auburn Overachieve

00:05:52 – NIL Era Parity & SEC Chaos

00:06:46 – Vandy’s 2025 One-Run Season

00:08:42 – A&M & UVA: Stock Up or Stock Down?

00:11:10 – 2024 Fake Top 5 vs. Actual Results

00:12:46 – Why Preseason Rankings Miss

00:13:49 – 2024 Tourney Chaos & Dangerous 3-Seeds

00:17:46 – 2023 Recap: Vols, LSU & TCU Surges

00:22:14 – Braden Taylor Blast & Robertson Catch

00:23:48 – Final Thoughts on Fake Rankings

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Fun Job Titles In College Baseball [D1 Daily] Nov 18, 2025

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On this episode of the D1Daily, Burkie and Roons have some fun with some of the new job titles in modern baseball. The guys review some of the odd jobs Roons had coming up in the coaching ranks, and also detail the most important position of all: Home Run Celebration Coordinator.

00:00 Welcome to the D1 Daily Podcast

00:44 The Rise of the Pitching Lab

01:40 Fun Coaching Titles and Stories

02:54 Roon's Job Titles

09:35 Creative Job Titles in Baseball

20:33 Home Run Celebration Coordinator

23:51 Closing Remarks

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Field of 68 and Beyond: Big Ideas To Capitalize On College Baseball's Momentum [D1 Daily] Nov 13, 2025

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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons discuss several ideas that could capitalize on the momentum that college baseball is currently seeing. These concepts include a Field of 68, moving the start of the season back by two weeks, increasing the number of fall games, and the '32 Hosts' model.

D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere, and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.

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10,000+ At Mississippi State's Fall Game + The Best Venues & Atmospheres In College Baseball [D1 Daily] Nov 11, 2025

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On this episode of the D1 Daily, Burkie and Roons reflect on the incredible fan base at Mississippi State and their fall game that drew over 10,000 fans. The guys also put together a college baseball bucket list for sports fans wanting to see the best venues and atmospheres in our sport.

D1 Daily, a production of The D1Baseball Podcast, is presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors. At Academy Sports + Outdoors, they carry all the best gear from the top brands — all at prices you’ll love. And now shopping is more convenient than ever at Academy.com and on the Academy app. Enjoy free shipping on orders of $25 or more with sign-in. Plus, easy in-store or curbside pickup. Shop anytime, anywhere and find the widest selection of colors, styles, and sizes. From grills to fitness equipment to workout clothes, everything you need to have fun out THERE is right HERE at https://Academy.com.

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