The Baseball United Podcast
The Baseball United Podcast serves as the premier voice for international baseball, spotlighting the first-ever professional league in the Middle East and its role in globalizing the game. Through breaking news, exclusive interviews, and deep dives into the cultural and strategic facets of Baseball United, we aim to foster a global community united by a love for baseball. This podcast is a celebration of the sport's international journey, offering insights into how Baseball United is influencing baseball's landscape worldwide. Each episode invites listeners to explore the rich diversity and shared passions that connect fans and players across continents. Join us to witness the unfolding story of baseball's expansion, where every play and personality contributes to the sport's global heritage.
Episodes
37 episodes
Arabia Wolves Pitcher Brian Schlitter Ready To Rock At UAE Series
Arabia Wolves pitcher Brian Schlitter shares his journey through professional baseball, from playing for Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg to making his MLB debut with the team he grew up rooting for—the Chicago Cubs. He talks about launching his cus...
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23:54
Mid East Falcons Infielder Mitch Piatnik Previews UAE Series
Mid East Falcons infielder Mitch Piatnik dives into his professional baseball journey, including his time in the Cincinnati Reds organization and playing in the independent league. He shares his passion for mentoring the next generation of play...
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20:33
Arabia Wolves Pitcher Alex Katz Fired Up For Historic UAE Series
Arabia Wolves pitcher Alex Katz shares his journey through the minor leagues, his experience representing Team Israel in international competitions like the World Baseball Classic and the Olympics, and how he built his business, Stadium Custom ...
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25:16
Arabia Wolves Outfielder Courtney Hawkins Gears Up for UAE Series Showdown
Arabia Wolves outfielder Courtney Hawkins shares his journey through professional baseball—from being a first-round draft pick to navigating the challenges of being released and reviving his career through independent leagues. He reflects on ho...
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29:54
SVP Of Emerging Markets Max Shaukat On Pushing The Boundaries Of Baseball
Max Shaukat, Baseball United's SVP of Emerging Markets and a veteran in the sports and entertainment industry, joins the show to share his remarkable journey. Known for his instrumental role in bringing professional cricket to the United States...
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41:20
Eddie Diaz On Baseball’s Breakthrough In The UAE
Eddie Diaz, manager of the UAE National Baseball Team, brings years of leadership experience to the game. In this episode, he discusses the historic Arab Classic tournament, the rapid construction of Baseball United Ballpark, and the journey of...
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The Future of Saudi Baseball With Jean-Michel Mayeur
Jean-Michel Mayeur, Technical Director for the Saudi Baseball and Softball Federation, has over 25 years of experience in the game. In this episode, he shares his journey from player to coach, the challenges of developing baseball in Saudi Arab...
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26:33
Chris Beyers On Inspiring the Next Generation of UAE Baseball Players
Arabia Wolves infielder Chris Beyers shares his remarkable journey, from growing up in Saudi Arabia to becoming one of the first players selected for the UAE’s inaugural national baseball team. As the Baseball United Arab Classic approaches (No...
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30:33
Baseball United Arab Classic Tickets On Sale Now
The 2024 Baseball United Arab Classic is set to take place from November 7th to November 10th at the new Baseball United Ballpark in Dubai. This historic tournament will showcase national teams from nine nations across the Middle East and South...
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Arabia Wolves Outfielder Connor Panas Driven By The Passion To Win
Arabia Wolves outfielder Connor Panas joins the show to share insights from over a decade of professional baseball. Drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in 2015, Connor reached Triple-A before transitioning to the independent leagues. As a longtime...
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33:39
Italy’s Alex Liddi Talks Baseball United and Beyond
Mid East Falcons infielder Alex Liddi takes center stage in this episode as he shares his remarkable journey from Italy to becoming the first Italian player in Major League Baseball. He discusses the cultural nuances and challenges he enc...
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31:58
Baseball United's Vishnu Kalel on the Rise of Baseball in India
Vishnu Kalel, Baseball United’s Development Specialist for India, joins the show to share his inspiring journey from school teacher to nurturing some of the country’s top baseball prospects. He reflects on the moment he fell in love with the ga...
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38:59
Robbie Ross Jr. Reflects on MLB Journey & The Impact of Baseball United
Mumbai Cobras pitcher Robbie Ross Jr. joins the show to reflect on his experiences in the Major Leagues and beyond. Robbie discusses his time with the Texas Rangers and Boston Red Sox, sharing memorable stories of playing alongside legends like...
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36:30
Baseball United to Build Middle East’s First-Ever Professional Ballpark
Baseball United has announced a historic milestone with plans to build the first-ever professional baseball ballpark in the Middle East. Located at The Sevens sports complex in Dubai, this groundbreaking field will be a hub for the region’s gro...
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Steven Moya’s Journey from Vitilla to Baseball United
Karachi Monarchs outfielder Steven Moya joins the show to share his journey from playing vitilla on the streets of the Dominican Republic to the Major Leagues. He discusses being scouted by MLB teams at 16 and his transition to professional bas...
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30:15
Dillon Thomas Welcomes Exciting Opportunity with Baseball United
Mid East Falcons outfielder Dillon Thomas joins the show to offer his compelling insights into his journey through professional baseball. Dillon reflects on his recent experience playing in the Mexican League, and learning Spanish. He discusses...
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36:47
Arabia Wolves Outfielder Dwight Smith Jr. Talks MLB Career and Global Growth of Baseball
Dwight Smith Jr., former first-round draft pick and Arabia Wolves outfielder, joins the show to reflect on his journey through baseball, from his early career to his impact on the game today. He reflects on his father, Dwight Smith Sr.’s, memor...
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Baseball United's #1 Overall Draft Pick Karan Patel Discusses His Historic Journey
Baseball United's #1 overall draft pick, Karan Patel, joins the show to share an exclusive look into his historic journey. Karan discusses his childhood, where he developed a love for both cricket and baseball. He reflects on his experience as ...
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37:57
Baseball United Announces Dates for First Full Season
Baseball United has announced its schedule for the league's inaugural full season running from October 23,2025 to November 23, 2025, highlighting an exciting year of events. In addition to the season, the league will hold a professional tournam...
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Nick Swisher Spreading The Joys Of Baseball Around The World
In this episode of the Baseball United Podcast, host Liam Skiffington sits down with Baseball United Co-Owner Nick Swisher. A 12-year MLB veteran and World Series champion, Swisher brings his unmatched energy and passion to the show as h...
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World Series Champion Matt Barnes Discusses The Impact Of Baseball United
In this episode of the Baseball United Podcast host Liam Skiffington sits down with 2018 World Series champion and Baseball United Co-Owner Matt Barnes to discuss the global expansion of baseball. Matt discusses his childhood as a die-hard New ...
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Didi Gregorius Helping Ignite Professional Baseball In The Middle East
In this episode of the Baseball United podcast, host Liam Skiffington sits down with Baseball United Co-Owner and MLB veteran Didi Gregorius. They discuss Didi's recent experiences in the Caribbean Series and the Mexican League, his love for ba...
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38:39
NPB Legend Carlos Mirabal Embracing New Challenges With Baseball United
Join host Liam Skiffington as he welcomes Carlos Mirabal, Baseball United’s Manager of Baseball Operations, for an exclusive deep dive into his fascinating baseball career. From his beginnings with the New York Yankees to becoming a star in Jap...
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Inside the Dugout with Longtime MLB Coach John McLaren
In this episode of the Baseball United Podcast, host Liam Skiffington sits down with longtime MLB coach John McLaren. With over five decades of experience in professional baseball, John has coached around the globe and impacted countless player...
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56:29
Former MLB All-Star Elvis Andrus Goes Beyond The Diamond With Baseball United
In this episode of the Baseball United Podcast, host Liam Skiffington welcomes Baseball United Co-Owner Elvis Andrus. With 15 years of MLB experience, Elvis offers a unique perspective on the game and his new role in ownership.Elvis shar...
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