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The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith

Ryan Rowland-Smith

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01:09:28

The scout who signed Julio! Tim Kissner joins me on...

The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith ·

2023/05/11

Long time International scouting director and the man responsible for bringing a young Julio Rodriguez to the Seattle Mariners organization, Tim Kissner joins the show! Tim tells the epic JROD signing story, the first time he saw him play, that hour long conversation that sealed the deal, and what it is really like to be an international scouting director, draft day, and more. Make sure you subscribe and tell your mates! And enjoy this episode as Tim Kissner joins me on The Top Step! ---

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00:50:17

What makes Bryce Millers Fastball ELITE and why we...

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2023/05/08

Former Mariner Ryan Rowland-Smith recaps the Mariners week, the good, the bad; we preview the Rangers series, Are they, the team we need to focus on instead of the Astros? I take a deep dive into Bryce Millers' elite fastball, answer your questions, my breakdown of the Mariners City connect uni's, and more! If you haven't already, please SUBSCRIBE. We do a Mariner's episode and then our regular show with MLB All-Star Grant Balfour later in the week! Tell you, mates! Go check us

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00:49:25

Will the Rays beat the Mariners 116 W record? Is...

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2023/05/04

Aussie MLB Players Ryan Rowland-Smith and Grand Balfour dive into all the talk around Baseball this week. From the Rays 130 win pace, will they have enough to beat the Mariner’s 2001 record of 116 wins what will it take? Bryce Harper is back in under six months. This is so impressive, but is it too fast? Grant Balfour has been through major arm injuries and gives his take, PLUS Wander Franco’s viral play. Does it make you vomit or are we all for it? Australian Word the Day, the All In Energy Drink

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00:44:17

Team meetings and must wins; Mariners Monday Edition.

The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith ·

2023/05/01

It's the Mariners Monday edition, and we're recapping the Mariner’s road trip. I also explain what goes down with those team meetings, plus tell some of my crazy team meeting stories! If you’re a Mariners fan, this is your chance to hear my unbiased opinion from a player’s point of view and break down what I see from this team every Monday on Mariners Monday. Fellow Aussie and MLB All-Star will be back with me on Thursday! Please subscribe wherever you listen or watch your

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00:50:12

Grant Balfour goes viral and the A’s are moving to...

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2023/04/27

Aussie MLB Players Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith discuss the unexpected viral sensation of Grant Balfour and his rise to internet fame. We also tackle the big news of the Oakland A's potential move to Las Vegas and what it means for the team, the fans, and baseball. We also give our old man thoughts on the City Connect uniforms that have been making waves across the league. Listen on the go wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube. Make sure you subscribe,

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00:35:56

Is this hot start sustainable for Jarred Kelenic?...

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2023/04/24

Former MLB player and current broadcaster 'The Hyphen' Ryan Rowland-Smith breaks down the scorching start of Jarred Kelenic and whether it's sustainable. Can he continue to perform at this level and become a superstar, as we anticipated? We also dive deep into the current mental struggle of Chris Flexen, who calls it “rock bottom.” RRS takes us back to his own rock bottom, giving you an inside look at what it takes to overcome adversity in the world of professional baseball and in

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00:38:22

Did Max Scherzer use the sticky stuff? He swears on...

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2023/04/20

Former Aussie MLB Pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith ask the question on every baseball fan's mind: was Max Scherzer using sticky stuff or just sunscreen and rosin when he was ejected? We'll explore the controversy surrounding this issue and breakdown down from a player’s perspective. Shohei Ohtani. The big question on everyone's mind is how much will he make next year. We'll be exploring all the factors at play and giving our predictions for what we think the future

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01:10:41

Mariner Mondays Edition: Sweepin teams, Top...

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2023/04/17

Welcome to another special edition of Mariner Mondays, where RRS brings you the latest news and analysis for our Mariner of Seattle Mariners baseball. In this episode, we're breaking down the recent Rockies sweep and highlighting the standout performers, including the crazy start by, you guessed it, Jarred Kelenic. We'll take a deep dive into Kelenic's numbers and approach. Plus, we'll review George Kirby's recent outing, it was good, but I want to break down what wasn’t working

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00:46:38

Rays are 12-0! How do these hot starters historically...

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2023/04/13

In this episode, former MLB pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith break down the Tampa Bay Rays' historic 12-0 start to the season and explore the question on everyone's mind: can they sustain this level of dominance throughout the year? But that's not all they discuss. They also share some harrowing tales of getting hit by comebackers and introduce listeners to the Aussie word of the day (you won't want to miss this!). Plus, the duo debates whether Aaron Judge has what it

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00:21:20

Mariner Mondays: RRS breaks down the M's each Monday.

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2023/04/10

Mariners baseball Analyst Ryan Rowland-Smith breaks down the week every Monday on this Mariners edition of The Top Step. RRS dives into Sunday’s loss to the Guardians, George Kirby, and the Andrews Munoz news. Should Teoscar have caught that ball in the 9th inning? We have a lot of Seattle Mariners fans listening, and I will spend every Monday breaking down the Mariner’s week. If you have anything you want me to break down or discuss, make sure you send me a message on social media or leave a

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00:36:01

Are the Mariners Anchored in 2022 & our BOLD Cy Young...

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2023/04/06

Two former Aussie MLB Players, Ryan Rowland-Smith and Grant Balfour, dive into the Mariner’s start to 2023; what do we see plus, some BOLD predictions for Cy Young Award winners? Baseball’s new rules after week one, the Aussie word of the day, and more! Please subscribe and add us to your weekly podcast rotation! Review and follow! Enjoy mates! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-top-step-with-ryan-rowland-smith--grant-balfour/support

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00:44:33

Mariners GM Justin Hollander joins us on The Top Step

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2023/03/30

Seattle Mariner's Vice President and General Manager Justin Hollander talk us through his team's expectations for 2023, his rise to becoming the General Manager, and how he and his front office built the first playoff team in Seattle in 20-plus years! Make sure you hit the subscribe button, turn on the notifications, and leave a review. All this good stuff helps supports the show, so thank you for being a part of the Top Step! Enjoy, mates, and happy opening day! www.thetopstep.com ---

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00:41:11

Tampa Bay Rays Curtis Mead join RRS on The Top Step

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2023/03/23

Curtis Mead is a Top 50 Prospect with the Tampa Bay Rays and has a chance to be the first legit everyday player Australia has produced in a long time. Curtis tells former Major leaguer and fellow Aussie about his rise to ultimately knocking on the doorstep of the Major Leagues. Please, subscribe, review, and set notifications wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts! Enjoy mates! Ryan Rowland-Smith TheTopStep.com --- Support this podcast:

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00:26:14

"Cancel the WBC!"... The dumbest takes and quick...

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2023/03/16

RRS gives his thoughts on the WBC and some of these ridiculous reactions as the baseball world argues about the importance of the World Baseball Classic. Let me know your thoughts and if you are new to the show, please subscribe and leave a review! Enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-top-step-with-ryan-rowland-smith--grant-balfour/support

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01:00:55

Driveline’s hitting coordinator Andrew Aydt

The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith ·

2023/03/15

The best hitters on the planet from Mookie Betts to Shohei Ohtani are all making Driveline their offseason home. Ryan sits down with Driveline's hitting coordinator Andrew Aydt as he takes us inside the world’s most renowned baseball training facility. Andrew explains how they construct a plan and program for the best hitters and Drivelines philosophies! Please subscribe and write a review as it helps grow The Top Step Podcast. Available to watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Enjoy

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00:48:23

Spring Training Physicals and new rules!

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2023/02/18

Former Aussie MLB players Ryan Rowland-Smith and Grant Balfour discuss Spring training physicals, the WBC, mental toughness, and new rules! To support the show, please subscribe, click the notification so you don’t miss an episode, and tell your mates! Enjoy. www.thetopstep.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-top-step-with-ryan-rowland-smith--grant-balfour/support

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00:56:20

The Bogans are back for 2023!

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2023/01/26

Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith are back! Happy new year, mates! It's good to be back on the chat! We talk about the Los Angeles Angel's ownership. Carlos Correa's physicals, snake stories, and much more good stuff! Subscribe and tell your mates! www.thetopstep.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-top-step-with-ryan-rowland-smith--grant-balfour/support

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00:28:42

Will Mitch Haniger be back in 2023?

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2022/11/16

Former Aussie MLB Player Ryan Rowland-Smith discusses the Teoscar Hernandez trade, Manager of the Year, and whether or not Mitch Haniger will be back in 2023. Please click the subscribe button, Leave a review as Ryan Rowland-Smith or Grant Balfour a question, and we will discuss it next episode! Enjoy! Previous episodes with your favorite MLB Players and more... www.thetopstep.com --- Support this podcast:

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01:28:07

Tipping pitches and wedding speeches!

The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith ·

2022/11/04

Hey mates, Aussie MLB Players Grant Balfour, and RYan Rowland-Smith are joined by MLB Network Producer Tim Fryer! We cover everything from epic wedding speeches, what happens behind the scenes during the World Series Broadcast and was Lance McCullers tipping pitches? Please support the show by clicking the SUBSCRIBE button wherever you get your podcasts and check out past episodes! Enjoy mates! --- Support this podcast:

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00:30:40

Players secret off season plans and the Arizona Fall...

The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith ·

2022/10/31

Former Aussie MLB Player Ryan Rowland-Smith talks about players who need to keep their off-season training top secret, plus what the Arizona Fall League does for players and what it all means! Go subscribe! Go listen to other episodes with your favorite MLB Players! Enjoy! www.thetopstep.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-top-step-with-ryan-rowland-smith--grant-balfour/support

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