The Sandlot Radio Network
The Sandlot Radio Network
Podcast Description
The Sandlot Radio Show. Hosted by Tad Powers, The Sandlot Radio Show takes you deep into the world of baseball with exclusive interviews featuring some of the most well-known names in Major League Baseball. From unforgettable stories and behind-the-scenes moments to honest takes on the modern game, Tad brings fans closer to the players who’ve shaped America’s pastime. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just love a great conversation, The Sandlot is your front-row seat to the voices of the MLB.
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The show focuses on themes such as Major League Baseball analysis, player interviews, personal anecdotes, and nostalgic baseball stories. Episodes include segments like 'Who's Hot and Who's Not' with detailed breakdowns of team performances and player stats, along with narratives from guests about their baseball journeys, like Tim Neverett discussing his path to broadcasting and Clint Hurdle reminiscing about his sandlot days.

The Sandlot Radio Show. Hosted by Tad Powers, The Sandlot Radio Show takes you deep into the world of baseball with exclusive interviews featuring some of the most well-known names in Major League Baseball. From unforgettable stories and behind-the-scenes moments to honest takes on the modern game, Tad brings fans closer to the players who’ve shaped America’s pastime. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love a great conversation, The Sandlot is your front-row seat to the voices of the MLB.
Season13 Episode 21 features generational Talent Mike Trout, plus Angels Ace Lefty Reid Detmers and their bullpen coach former MLB star reliever Mike Wertz and three franchise owner in the Australian Baseball League, Cole SherertzThis episode of the Sandlot Radio Network brings together a powerhouse mix of Angels stars, coaching insight, and global baseball entrepreneurship.
Generational talent Mike Trout joins the conversation, sharing stories from his journey as one of the most electrifying players of his era and reflecting on what it means to carry the Angels franchise through the highs and challenges of a career already etched in baseball history.
Joining him is the Angels’ top left-handed pitcher from Central Illinois, Reid Detmers. The Nokomis native discusses his path from the Illinois sandlots to the big leagues, his development as a starter, and the mindset that has kept him battling for the Angels rotation.
Also on the show is the Angels’ new interim bullpen coach, former major-league reliever Michael Wuertz. The longtime Angels organizational pitching coach and ex-Cubs/A’s right-hander talks about stepping into the big-league bullpen role, working with the current staff, and the lessons he carries from his own eight-year MLB career.
Rounding out the guest list is Cole Sherertz, owner of multiple Australian Baseball League franchises (including the Sydney Blue Sox and Perth Heat) and founder of Black Pearl Sports Group. Sherertz shares how he got involved in Aussie baseball, his vision for growing the game Down Under, and the unique challenges and opportunities of building sustainable franchises on the other side of the world.
From Anaheim star power to Illinois roots, bullpen strategy, and international ownership—this is a full-circle Sandlot episode packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Inside Baseball from a different perspective. Only on The Sandlot Radio
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