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Behind The Lineup

Where Baseball meets Mindset. Behind The Lineup dives into the strategy, culture, and psychology of the game. Hosted by Navy Veteran and College Baseball Coach Quinn McGrath, each episode breaks down MLB and college baseball news, coaching trends, and mental performance — with insights from players, coaches, and experts. Whether it’s roster moves or routines, this show helps athletes, coaches, and parents grow on and off the field. New episodes every Thursday on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon.

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Episode 30: The 3 Biggest Struggles for College...

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2026/01/01

In this episode, we sit down with Hadara Katarski to explore the silent battles college athletes face. The challenges that often go unseen but heavily impact performance, confidence, and well-being. Drawing from her firsthand work with athletes during the Fall 2025 semester, Hadara breaks down the three most common issues she observed: coach–athlete communication breakdowns, injury recovery struggles, and declining confidence.We begin with the complexities of coach–athlete communication, unpacking

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Episode 29: Interview with Trey Daly

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2025/12/18

In this episode, we sit down with Trey Daly, General Manager of the Dirtbags and one of the most respected voices in player development across the Carolinas. A New Bern, North Carolina native, Trey has spent nearly two decades in the game as a coach, leader, and evaluator, helping shape one of the premier travel baseball organizations in the country.Trey takes us through his baseball journey, from playing under legendary coach Gary Smith to beginning his coaching career at a young age, working

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Episode 28: Interview with Shaine Carpenter

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2025/12/11

In this episode, we sit down with Shaine Carpenter, the newly appointed Head Baseball Coach of the Lake Erie College Storm, a Division II program in the GMAC. Representing a new wave of detail-oriented, relationship-driven coaches in college baseball, Shaine joins us to share his journey through the game, his coaching philosophy, and the vision he’s building at Lake Erie as he enters his first season leading the program.Shaine takes us through his playing career, beginning at Saint Anselm College

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00:54:55

Episode 27: Interview with Logan Scheider and The...

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2025/12/04

Our first-ever guest is back! In this episode, we reconnect with Logan Scheider, founder of LS Mental Performance, former Washington & Jefferson College baseball player and Cal U Baseball coach, and one of the rising voices in the world of athlete mental training.Logan joins us to break down his recent work with Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper, including the approach, strategies, and mindset tools featured in The Denver Post article highlighting their partnership. We dive into how that

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End of Fall Reflections, A Crazy Story in Women's...

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2025/11/20

This week on Behind The Lineup, we’re recapping the end of fall ball across college baseball and breaking down why this reflection period is so crucial for players. From setting the tone for the spring to taking ownership of mistakes and exit meetings, we dive into what separates the productive from the unprepared.We also touch on MLB award season: Judge and Ohtani take MVP honors, Skubal and Skenes dominate the Cy Young race. Plus a wild story from WVU Women’s Basketball and a lesson in

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00:59:37

Episode 25: The Science of Staying Healthy: Holistic...

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2025/11/13

This week’s guest is no stranger to the grind. Dr. Carmen Jansante PT, DPT, CSCS, EIM-1, founder of Undefeated Physical Therapy and Performance, joins the show to talk about his unique journey from college baseball player to Doctor of Physical Therapy, and how he’s changing the way athletes approach health, recovery, and performance.A former JUCO and NCAA Division III athlete, Dr. Jansante saw firsthand how the traditional physical therapy model often falls short for competitive athletes. So he

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Episode 24: World Series Reflection & SEC Coach Carousel

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2025/11/06

In this episode of Behind the Lineup, we dive into a jam-packed week across the baseball world. First, we break down a dramatic World Series that lived up to the hype, but ended just shy of our Blue Jays in 7 prediction. From an 18-inning marathon to Trey Yesavage’s clutch Game 5 gem, and the brilliance of World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Who went 3-0 with a 1.02 ERA; we cover it all. Game 7 alone delivered iconic moments, from Miguel Rojas' shocking game-tying homer to Will Smith’s walk-off

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00:42:56

Episode 23: Why An Evolving Identity Matters: The...

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2025/10/30

In this episode, we break down one of the most iconic franchises in NFL history — the Pittsburgh Steelers — and examine how a refusal to evolve their identity has kept them from true contention for over a decade.We open with a look at the Steelers' proud legacy: six Super Bowl titles, only three head coaches in franchise history, and a long-standing identity built on defensive toughness and blue-collar grit. But since 2015, that identity has shown cracks — and the results speak for themselves.We

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Episode 22: The Tony Vitello Saga, More MLB Manager...

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2025/10/23

This week’s episode dives into a historic move in the baseball world: Tony Vitello has officially accepted the job as the next manager of the San Francisco Giants — making him the first college head coach hired directly into an MLB managerial role without any prior big-league experience. We walk through the timeline, the reporting, the emotional weight of the decision, and what it means for both Tennessee and San Francisco.From there, we break down the latest MLB managerial hires and updates,

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Episode 21: Building a Financial Future For College...

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2025/10/16

This week’s guest is someone who bridges the gap between the field and financial world — Dane Burkholder, a former college football player turned elite financial advisor. Dane began his playing career at the University of Pittsburgh before transferring to Millersville University, where he completed his degree in finance and wrapped up his collegiate football journey.Today, Dane is the Managing Partner of Roseville Wealth Management Group and holds multiple elite credentials, including CFP®, ChFC®,

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Episode 20: MLB Postseason Update, Managerial Rumors,...

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2025/10/09

The MLB Postseason is heating up, and so is the conversation.In this week’s episode, we dive into everything happening across October baseball — starting with a full postseason update and my honest admission that, yeah… I was way off on most of my Wild Card predictions. We’ll break down who’s still alive in both leagues, what’s surprised me the most, and why some of these division series are turning into must‑watch battles.From there, we’ll shift into the latest MLB managerial rumors and hires —

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Episode 19: 2025 MLB Awards & Playoff Preview

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2025/10/02

In this episode, I hand out my end-of-season awards for the 2025 MLB season. AL & NL Manager of the Year, Cy Young winners, and MVPs — breaking down why each of my picks deserves the hardware. From Stephen Vogt’s resilience narrative in Cleveland to Dan Wilson leading the Mariners to the AL West crown and Paul Skenes dominating the NL, I walk you through each race, the numbers, and the storylines that shaped the season.Then we shift gears to October. I preview the 2025 MLB postseason, running

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Episode 18: What The Cleveland Guardians Can Teach Us...

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2025/09/25

The 2025 Cleveland Guardians have been through it all: trades of core players, losing two key bullpen arms to gambling investigations, and sitting below .500 at the All-Star break. Yet, here they are in late September, right in the thick of the playoff race.In this episode, we break down the Guardians’ journey step by step:A look back at Cleveland’s postseason DNA and their history of late-season runs.The offseason moves that shook up the roster included trading Josh Naylor and Andrés Giménez and

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Episode 17: What The Minnesota Vikings Can Teach Us...

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2025/09/18

Too often in sports, and in life, we stick to what we’ve always done, even when the results clearly aren’t working. In this week’s episode, we dive into the dangers of staying stuck in the same cycle, blaming others, and expecting different outcomes without ever changing our philosophy.To bring that idea to life, we explore the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback decisions from 2010 to 2024. From short-term band-aids like Donovan McNabb, Sam Bradford, and Case Keenum… to veterans like Kirk Cousins and

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Episode 16: Interview with AJ Gonzalez

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2025/09/11

In this episode, we sit down with AJ Gonzalez, a rising name in the world of college baseball coaching. AJ’s journey has taken him from standout player to player development leader, and now into key coaching roles at the collegiate level. Most recently, the Interim Head Coach at St. Peter’s University. AJ is now stepping into his next challenge as Assistant Coach at SUNY New Paltz.We explore his standout playing career across programs like SUNY Ulster, Concordia, STAC, and SUNY Oneonta, and how

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Episode 15: Fall Ball Preview

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2025/09/06

In this episode of Behind The Lineup, we dive into the value of fall ball — not just as a preseason warm-up, but as one of the most critical development windows of the entire year.Whether you're a high school player trying to get recruited or a college athlete fighting for a spot in the lineup, this is the time to get uncomfortable, take risks, and build championship habits.For high schoolers, especially 2026 grads, we talk about:Why fall reps matter more than you thinkHow to find fall camps and

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Episode 14: Interview with Anthony Williams

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2025/08/28

In this episode of Behind the Lineup, I sit down with Anthony Williams, the head baseball coach at Frostburg State University, who has quietly built one of the premier programs in NCAA Division II baseball. Entering his seventh season at the helm, Coach Williams is coming off a historic 2024 campaign where he led the Bobcats to their first-ever NCAA Division II Atlantic Regional appearance, a 37–16 record, and a 24–4 mark in Mountain East Conference play, earning MEC Coach of the Year honors.We dive

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Episode 13: Why Is Your Lineup Built That Way?

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2025/08/21

In this episode of Behind the Lineup, we break down one of the most fundamental — yet most misunderstood — aspects of baseball strategy: how to build a lineup. We explore how traditional lineup construction has evolved in today’s analytics-driven game, diving deep into the roles and expectations of each spot in the order.We compare the old-school model to the modern approach — from what it used to mean to bat leadoff or cleanup, to why the two-hole has become a spot for your best hitter. With player

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Episode 12: Interview with Coach Marquay Mayo

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2025/08/14

In this episode of Behind The Lineup, we sit down with Marquay Mayo, Assistant Coach for infielders and outfielders at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), a D1 program in the America East Conference. A New Jersey native with experience across high school, collegiate, and professional sports, Coach Mayo has built a career around player development and winning cultures.We start with his playing days at Centenary University and hear about his recruiting process, lessons learned, and the

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Episode 11: The Five Dysfunctions Of A Team -...

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2025/08/07

This week on Behind The Lineup, we’re diving into one of the most impactful leadership books ever written for building strong, cohesive teams – The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni.In this episode, we break down each of the five dysfunctions that hold teams back:Absence of TrustFear of ConflictLack of CommitmentAvoidance of AccountabilityInattention to ResultsWe’ll not only explain what each dysfunction means, but also connect it directly to baseball. From clubhouse culture to

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