In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, we sit down with Broder Katke from Brother Rice High School to talk about his recent commitment to Vanderbilt University. Broder opens up about his recruiting journey, the role his family played throughout the process, and what it means to join one of the top programs in college baseball.

We also continue our Top 100 countdown, breaking down #90–86, and talk with Michael on his experience using Pison and how it can be an asset players and families everywhere.

Plus, don’t miss out on our JustBats giveaway — head over to our Instagram (@ColdWeatherBats) for all the details!

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In this episode of Cold Weather Bats, we continue our Top 100 countdown with a breakdown of players ranked 95 through 91. We go in depth on each name, giving you insight into what makes these players stand out.

Our interview segment features Marc Deschanes, Zach Sorensen, and Donovan Santas of Pison, as we announce an exciting new partnership between Pison x Cold Weather Bats. We dive into what Pison is, how it works, and how it can give players a serious edge on the mental side of baseball.

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Cold Weather Bats kicks off the highly anticipated CWB Top 100 series, highlighting the best high school baseball players in Michigan for the 2026 season. We begin the countdown with players ranked 100 through 95, breaking down their strengths and what makes them stand out on the diamond.

This episode also features an in-depth interview with Michigan State commit and Forest Hills Eastern right-handed pitcher, Cam Pallo. Fresh off a Division 2 state championship, Pallo discusses his recruitment process, commitment to MSU, and the outlook for Forest Hills Eastern heading into the upcoming season.

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Welcome to the Rundown Episode 1. Hosted by Griffin Green, we dive into everything baseball. From youth, to high school and beyond, come grab a seat and enjoy the show. Join us every other week for the next edition of the Rundown!

The high school baseball season in Michigan has officially wrapped, and we’re breaking it all down.

In this episode, we recap everything that went down across the state — from standout teams and players to the drama of the state title games. We dig into the biggest storylines of the postseason and give our honest take on how things played out across all divisions.

Plus, we go deep on the current playoff system: what works, what doesn’t, and how we’d improve it if given the chance. It’s a full-season sendoff packed with insight, analysis, and some forward-thinking ideas for the future of high school baseball in Michigan.

Whether you followed every pitch or just want to get caught up, this episode has it all. Tune in and wrap up the season with us.

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In this episode of CWB, we’re joined by Royal Oak Leprechauns standout Tristan Crane, who’s doing it all this summer — pitching, playing shortstop, and holding down the three-hole in the lineup. Tristan talks about the team’s grind through a brutal seven-games-in-seven-days stretch, how he balances his two-way role, and what fans can expect from the Leps in the weeks ahead.

We also preview the upcoming matchups, chat about the vibes on the road, and why now’s the time to get behind this team as the season heats up.

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Just in time for the start of the College World Series, the Bald Banter crew is joined by Noah Bieniek of @11point7 to dive into everything college baseball.

Noah checks in from Charles Schwab Field in Omaha to preview the CWS, break down key teams to watch, and give his take on the wild world of the transfer portal, recruiting trends, and standout storylines — including Michigan native and Murray State head coach Dan Skirka.

If you’re a college baseball fan, this is the episode for you.

Hit that like button, subscribe for more, and let us know who you’ve got winning it all in Omaha!

Summer baseball is officially here, and we’re kicking it off with one of the biggest names in the game in the state of Michigan. On this episode of Spittin’ Seeds, Michael and Nick sit down with Drew Huard — Head Coach at Madonna University and the man behind one of Michigan’s top exposure events: Exposure at the Grands.

We talk about what makes this tournament a magnet for college coaches, how players can stand out, and what recruiters are really looking for. Whether you’re playing in the event or grinding through summer ball elsewhere, this episode’s got something for you.

Plus, we shout out our new partnership with the Royal Oak Leprechauns of the Northwoods League and send good luck to all the high school teams still chasing a state title this weekend.

Soak it in. Play hard. Have fun. Let’s go.

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