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The Show Before the Show

In "The Show Before the Show," MiLB.com writers Tyler Maun and Sam Dykstra break down Minor League Baseball"s biggest storylines with guests from around the Minors including players, managers and player development experts. They"ll also have a weekly look at what"s going on outside the lines with business of the Minors expert Benjamin Hill.

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All Episodes

82:46

#513: Phillies prospect Justin Crawford

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/07/25

Phillies No. 3 prospect Justin Crawford talks about his hitting ability, his time in Triple-A and how he handles the Trade Deadline as a player. Also, the group looks back at Erie’s first Moon Mammoths game, Ben previews his upcoming trip to the West and Sam and Tyler look ahead to big transactions coming in the next week.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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34:36

#512: All-Star Week recap

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/07/18

It’s been one of the most loaded weeks for prospect news so far this year. Sam and Tyler check in from the madness by reviewing the All-Star Futures and 2025 MLB Draft, each of which took place last weekend in Atlanta. They also preview the Erie Moon Mammonths’ first game on Saturday.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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90:45

#511: Futures Game, MLB Draft preview

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/07/11

It’s a big weekend in baseball and the world of prospects. Sam and Tyler preview the All-Star Futures Game by drafting their own squads from the players participating in Atlanta on Saturday. The pair also looks at the main storylines from the 2025 Draft set to begin Sunday. In the opening segment, Ben shares the story of Iowa team photographer Dylan Heuer, who is deaf.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about

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81:14

#510: New Erie identity; New ballparks; New Top 100...

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/07/03

Ben brings details of Erie’s new Moon Mammoths identity, reviews his trip to visit Knoxville, Hub City and Columbus and interviews Lauren Matthews about the Spartanburgers' food options. Also, Sam breaks down MLB Pipeline's new Top 100 prospects ranking and looks at the recently announced All-Star Futures Game rosters.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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57:17

#509: Texas League, Knoxville trips

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/06/27

Sam and Ben review their recent trips to Frisco, Knoxville and San Antonio and bring along interviews with Missions manager Luke Montz and Smokies president Chris AllenTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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77:31

#508: Nationals prospect Alex Clemmey

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/06/21

Nationals No. 5 prospect Alex Clemmey talks about his first-half adjustments with Wilmington, his Rhode Island roots and last season’s trade from the Guardians. Also, Ben, Sam and Tyler review last week’s visit to Somerset, Sam and Tyler break down the Rafael Devers trade and the gang plays another round of Name That Dude in the final segment.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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66:08

#507: The Show Before the Show Night with Somerset

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/06/13

The Somerset Patriots hosted Ben, Sam and Tyler for The Show Before the Show Night on June 11. The guys share interviews from the doubleheader against Portland and bring listeners along for a fun day at TD Bank Ballpark.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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76:28

#506: Carolina dreamin'

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/06/06

Ben shares details from his most recent trip to the Carolinas and interviews Columbia team president Brad Shank. Also, Sam and Tyler look at promotions for first-base prospects Jac Caglianone and Bryce Eldridge, and the entire groups previews Somerset’s The Show Before the Show Night coming next WednesdayTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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78:00

#505: What to do with Roman Anthony, Jac Caglianone

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/05/30

Sam and Tyler look at what to do with Top 10 overall prospects Roman Anthony and Jac Caglianone given their strong performances in Triple-A. They also review a Minor League Baseball-centered episode from Season 2 of "Poker Face" on Peacock.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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82:44

#504: New Era Clash of the Caps

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/05/23

Ben, Sam and Tyler choose their favorite Minor League home hats from all four levels as part of the New Era Clash of the Caps contest. Also, the gang discusses John Oliver’s pick of the Erie SeaWolves, Ben previews next week’s road trip and Sam and Tyler look at the Check Swing Challenge’s arrival in the Florida State LeagueTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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80:50

#503: Early Crooked Numbers, Reading Fightin Phils

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/05/16

Ben, Sam and Tyler look at some of the most interesting stats and moments of the early Minor League season. Also, Ben shares Reading player interviews with Braeden Fausnaught and Robert Moore, and Sam and Tyler discuss MLB Pipeline’s updated Top 100 prospects ranking.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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80:50

#502: Rays prospect Aidan Smith, Des Moines Register...

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/05/09

Rays prospect Aidan Smith talks with Sam about his 2024 trade from the Mariners, and Des Moines Register reporter Tommy Birch chats with Ben about the importance of local Minor League coverage. Also, Ben, Sam and Tyler look at John Oliver’s segment about Minor League promos, and Ben recaps his Midwest road trip.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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86:19

#501: Orioles prospect Vance Honeycutt

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/05/02

Orioles No. 5 prospect Vance Honeycutt talks to Sam about the start to his first full season in Aberdeen and the adjustments he’s made at the plate. Also, Ben chats with Tyler to preview his first multi-stop road trip of the year and the rest of his itineraries for the 2025 campaign.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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140:15

#500: The 500th Episode Spectacular

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/04/25

Ben, Sam and Tyler celebrate the 500th episode of The Show Before the Show with plenty of stories and interviews, and Josh intros the entire pod with a special edition of Ghosts of the Minors. The gang also shares a big announcement involving a promotion coming to Double-A Somerset on June 11. Tickets for that game can be purchased here.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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78:45

#499: Syracuse’s Jim Morrison search

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/04/18

Syracuse GM Jason Smorol chats with Ben about the team’s recent Jim Morrison promotion following a documentary that posits The Doors frontman is alive in the New York city. Also, Sam and Tyler look at hot starts for top prospects across the Minors.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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44:30

#498: Take me out to the Winston-Salem prom game

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/04/11

Winston-Salem president/GM Brian DeAngelis chats with Ben about what it’s like to host a prom during a game, and Mets prospect Chris Suero talks with Sam about his New York City roots and hot start with High-A Brooklyn. Also, Josh goes over the edge in Ghosts of the MinorsTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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90:53

#497: MiLB Opening Day Part 2; Harrisburg broadcaster...

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/04/04

Ben, Sam and Tyler discuss prospect assignments and on-field promotions before the Minors’ second Opening Day. Harrisburg broadcaster Terry Byrom joins the show ahead of his final season in the booth, and Josh delivers an enigmatic edition of Ghosts of the Minors.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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85:24

#496: Opening Day predictions

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/03/28

Ben, Sam and Tyler are joined by Josh Jackson and Kelsie Heneghan to make it Minor League and prospect predictions for the 2025 season. Sam and Tyler also highlight some Triple-A matchups to watch for the first weekend of the season.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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86:05

#495: Nationals prospect Seaver King

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/03/21

Nationals No. 5 prospect Seaver King chats from West Palm Beach about his first Spring Training, his time at Wake Forest and more. Also, the full gang is back together (plus Josh!) to talk Copa de la Diversión and the Maine Candlepins, and Josh unearths another edition of Ghosts of the Minors.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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81:16

#494: Tacoma's Rylee Pay

The Show Before the Show ·

2025/03/14

Broadcaster Rylee Pay talks to Ben and Tyler about her new role with Triple-A Tacoma, and Sam checks in from the start of Spring Breakout.To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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