The Beginner's Dugout
Welcome to Beginner’s Dugout! If you’re new to baseball—or baseball-curious—this is the show for you.
Each episode focuses on one key part of the game, breaking it down in simple, beginner-friendly language so you can stop feeling lost and start enjoying baseball with confidence. Whether you’re picking your first team or trying to understand what everyone’s yelling about, we’ve got you covered.
New to baseball? Start here:
EP1: How to Pick Your Team
EP2: How to Watch Baseball
EP3: Pitching Basic
EP6: Batting Basics
EP8: Stats for Beginners
Follow the path, and the game will start to click fast.
The game is complicated. We make it make sense.
Podcasting since 2025 • 18 episodes
The Beginner's Dugout
Latest Episodes
S1: EP18: MLB Playoffs Explained: How October Baseball Really Works
If you’re new to the sport, the MLB postseason can feel confusing fast. Wild Cards, expanding brackets, sudden momentum swings — what actually makes playoff baseball different from the regular season?In this episode of Beginner’s Dug...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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41:00
S1: EP17: Baseball Umpires Explained: The Hardest Job on the Field
Umpires are everywhere in baseball — but most new fans don’t know how they actually work their way to the majors.In this episode of Beginner’s Dugout, we break down umpire roles, training, and the real challenges of calling a bi...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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47:52
S1: EP16: The Trade Deadline Explained: Why Teams Make Big Moves
Every summer, teams suddenly start making dramatic trades — and it can feel chaotic if you’re new to baseball.In this episode of Beginner’s Dugout, we explain how the trade deadline works, why contenders get aggressive, and what...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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34:49
S1: EP15: The All-Star Game Explained: What New Fans Should Watch For
The MLB All-Star Game looks different from regular season baseball — and for new fans, it can be confusing.In this episode of Beginner’s Dugout, we break down how players are selected, what happens during All-Star Week, and how ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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55:19
S1: EP14: Baseball Superstitions: The Weird Rituals Players Swear By
From lucky socks to bizarre routines, baseball players are famously superstitious — but why?In this episode of Beginner’s Dugout, we explore the strangest traditions in the sport and what they reveal about baseball culture.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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