Eugenio Suarez became the 19th player ever to hit 4 HR's in a game. The boys discuss the impact of a big game like this one. Banana ball is at it again! This time they are selling out Death Valley in Clemson, SC. Are the Savannah Bananas their own entity or are they creating a new and younger fan base. Find out what the WrightStew Podcast thinks An…

Well.....Shadeur is still waiting and the WrightStew Podcast have some thoughts. Is this a good thing for Sanders? Only time will tell! Brian's Tigers were rained out on Friday night, but what goes on during a rain delay in pro baseball? Brian and Paul share some of their memories and recollections. Also, a big day in the Wright house. Time to take…

The first round of the NFL Draft is over. Brian and Paul react to some of the big story lines of the first round. Christian Yelich dropped a routine fly ball yesterday. Brian and Paul discuss what exactly that means to them. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on the socials and check out our merch: Merch Store: https://wrightstewmerch.ite…

It's finally here. The day you find out which college player will be joining your favorite NFL franchise and taking them to the Super Bowl. Let's talk draft grades, over reactions, and where Shadeur Sanders is landing. The boys discuss the Panther Mount Rushmore of Draft Picks. Who's faces will forever be etched in stone. And why are the Rockies so…

Red Sox prospect Andy Lugo didn't have a bat flip, he had a bat throw the bat to the moon. Brian and Paul discuss the flip and what if it really matters. Has tipping gotten out of hand? Paul shares a story of a recent dinner out with his family and how the waiter forced his hand into a big tip. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on the so…

Brian is getting the itch to talk a little NFL Draft. The boys dive in to some big picture topics in the upcoming NFL Draft. Also, Jarred Kelenic walked what he thought was a HR out of the box and ended up getting thrown out at second base. Find out how the WrightStew Podcast feels about that And S'mores. Overrated, underrated, or properly rated? S…

Coming off of Easter Sunday the boys discuss a little faith in baseball and how they saw it play out in clubhouses and dugouts. Does God really like the Yankees more than other teams? Max Fried loses a no-hitter in a very unceremonious manner when a scorekeeper changed a play that was originally scored an error into a hit. The boys talk about how s…

Brian and his son attended a Carolina MudCats game on Friday night. Find out what take aways Brian had from the game. And the big question, did Brian get Dip N Dots (The Ice Cream of the Future) Caleb Durbin made his big league debut for the Brewers on Friday night. Paul and Brian discuss his first AB and the excitement around Durbins first game. A…

Paul was able to catch up on the first two episodes of the Netflix series, 'The Clubhouse', which documents the 2024 Boston Red Sox season. Brian and Paul discuss their thoughts from the first two episodes and what the major take aways are. Sadly, Limestone University in Gaffney, SC recently announced that it would be closing it's doors as an acade…

Well, just like 11th grade Algebra II, Paul didn't do the HW assignment Brian assigned him. But unlike Algebra II, this one is much easier and likely more engaging. Mrs. Hardy, if you are reading this I use Algebra everyday and love it! Brian shares his thoughts on 'The Clubhouse', the Netflix documentary that tracked the 2024 Boston Red Sox. Paul …

Brian and Paul dive in to what they are excited about for the upcoming NFL draft. Will Travis Hunter play both sides of the ball in the NFL, where will Shadeur go, and more. Also, the boys discuss some of their favorite print media from the what feels like many moons ago. Would Paul or Brian ever have posed for the ESPN body issue? Send us a text F…

It's Tax Day! Just a friendly reminder in case you need to take a day off work to get them done. The boys discuss some of the amazing pitching going on at the big league level and how that affects the approach hitters take at the plate. Congratulation to Paige Bueckers on being the first pick in the WNBA draft. Stay tuned for a great MLB related qu…

Congratulations to Rory McIlroy on winning the Masters and completing the career Grand Slam in golf. The boys react to the win and share the emotional roller coaster of the final hole and play-off. Is NIL getting out of hand? Did Nico Iamaleava go to far? Well he went far enough that he won't be the QB for Tennessee next year. Brian and Paul discus…

Paul had another big day in Cincinnati. The Zoo & Botanical Garden, White Castle, Skyline Chili, and of course the Cincinnati Reds! The Reds showed out on Elly De La Cruz bobblehead night, and Elly himself had a big night! Paul shares his observations from the game and all things Cincinnati. The boys dive into the Masters and their experiences at P…

Paul and his son watched the Cincinnati Reds defeat the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night, but they spent a lot more time at Great American Ballpark than just the game. Tune in to learn more about the history of the stadium, some of the interesting features that make Great American Ballpark unique, and what Paul's thoughts are on his game day expe…

Paul is on another baseball roadtrip with his son. This time they are in Cincinnati! Paul and his son have seen several big league stadiums on their quest to visit every big league ballpark. Find out what some of Paul's takeaways are from the stadiums he's visited with his son, and some takeaways from other stadiums he has visited. What is going on…

It's hump day and the boys are fired up! They dive into some myths they were told as kids and try to uncover the real truth. Does gum really stay in your stomach for seven years, how long exactly do you have to wait to swim after eating..... Brian and Paul also share their thoughts on the Florida Gators winning their third national title, and discu…

The boys dive into Geno Auriemma's historic 12th National Title at UConn, and discuss where that ranks amongst other historically great coaches. Find out where Auriemma ranks amongst names such as Wooden, Krzyzewski, Saban, Bryant, Jackson, Summit, and more. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on the socials and check out our merch: Merch …

The Uconn Women's Basketball team won their 12th National Title and Alex Ovechkin set the all time record for goals scored by an NHL player......quite the record setting day! The boys dive into the events of the day and share the story of the Athlete You Should Know this week. Find out how Addie Joss was the predecessor to the social media athlete …

The pod celebrates Brians big day as he is officially in the middle of his 40's! Brian shares some of his birthday plans and what better way to get a birthday going than a fresh podcast discussing Final 4 basketball and baseball. Did Houston with the game last night or did Duke lose it? Find out what the boys think. Has college baseball gone too fa…

Cooper Flagg became the 4th ever Freshman to win the AP National Player of the Year Award. The boys dive into Cooper's amazing season and how it will affect the Blue Devils in their quest for a national title. Also, there were a handful of teams who just had "Opening Day". How late can you go into a season before Opening Day doesn't mean as much? I…

Brian and Paul dive into the semi historic starts for the Padres and Dodgers, and on the other side the dubious start for the Braves. How much longer will their winning and losing streaks continue to elevate them or continue to spiral into a chasm so deep that no free agent will ever want to play in Atlanta again. Also, does Brian's son have a stro…

RIP Val Kilmer. The boys share some of their favorite Val Kilmer movies, quotes, and characters. Also, why are there so many teams batting under .200? Brian and Paul dive in to what is going on with the bats early in the season for so many teams. Paul has also been staying up too late and watching too many West Coast games. Lets talk the A's in Sac…

The boys discuss the little things that keep their athletic juices flowing around the house. Like throwing a piece of trash from distance into a trash can or throwing an apple from some distance into the compost pile. Paul shares a story of a mooning incident on a high school bus ride and what the repercussions were for his teammate who did it. Als…

It's April Fools Day! Time to play those hilarious pranks and jokes on your loved ones and friends. The boys discuss their favorite Aprils Fools jokes and some they pulled over time. Brian spent some time at an amusement park recently and shares his thoughts on roller coasters. Have they passed him by or is he an adrenaline junky? The White Sox are…

The NY Yankees are shaking up all the traditions! First they're allowing beards, now they are reimagining the way bats are designed. The boys discuss the Yankees new 'Torpedo Bats' and how they could change the game. The Final 4 is set and for the first time since 2008 and only the second time ever all four number one seeds made it. And it's Monday…

The boys discuss the epic performance by the NY Yankees where they hit 9 home runs against the Brewers in one game. Nestor Cortes did not enjoy his trip back to the Bronx as a visiting pitcher! Brian also discusses his peanut butter eating habits and what he is changing about it. It's more interesting than it sounds! Send us a text Follow the Wrigh…

#saveourfield #diamondsoverdecks Paul was interviewed by the local news yesterday. His oldest daughter is a Junior softball player at William Peace University and they recently shared with the team that they would be tearing down their on campus field to build a parking lot/deck. The team isn't thrilled with the decision and are fighting to find a …

BASEBALL IS BACK! Opening Day was filled with great games and even a record was extended. The boys discuss what caught their eye on opening day and are truly giddy to have baseball back in action. Also, how did New Kids on the Block teach Paul a lesson about being his authentic self? Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on the socials and c…

It's Opening Day.....again! Major League Baseball officially kicks off the season state side with a full slate of games. The boys dive into what they are excited about this season. Will the Dodgers go undefeated, will the White Sox win a game, will Mike Trout be an Angel at the end of the year, and much more. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Po…

The WrightStew Podcast welcome Ben Orlando of The Midnight Library of Baseball to the show. Ben is a writer, podcaster, and baseball historian who in his podcast dives into the history of baseball to tell some amazing stories and uncover hidden truths and misconceptions of commonly known stories. The conversation bounces all over the history of the…

Brian and Paul both recently had interactions with collegiate games where the clock played a factor in determining the winner. The boys discuss their thoughts on the rule and how some coaches try to take advantage of the clock. They also discuss Jim Zullo (the coach who pulled that girls hair), nicknames, and stressful math situations. Send us a te…

Brian and Paul have been talking a lot of Men's NCAA tournament, but they want to make sure they check in on the women's tournament as well. The boys give a synopsis of the first couple rounds and what they've seen. It's Monday, so it's time for Athlete You Should Know. The boys stick with the March Madness theme and discuss a tragic story the sent…

Rest in Peace Champ! George Foreman passed away recently and the boys share their thoughts and memories of George Foreman. The boys also dive into some of the 'non baseball' things they've seen on the baseball field recently. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on the socials and check out our merch: Merch Store: https://wrightstewmerch.it…

Paul got to spend and evening at a ballgame in Buies Creek with his son watching his Fighting Camels take on the Seahawks of UNC Wilimington. A close game with a lot of strike outs. Jake Murray started for Campbell and threw a gem going six shut out innings and striking out 12. The boys discuss how a smaller school like Campbell can recruit top tal…

Will Wade leads the McNeese State Cowboys to a first round upset win over the Clemson Tigers. Is this a good omen for NC State fans? Brian and Paul discuss the first day of the NCAA tournament, discuss eating habits of minor league players, and dive into some hitting and pitching mechanic discussion. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on …

For many sports fans this is their favorite day/weekend of the year. The round of 64 to the sweet 16. We are about to go on a magical run of upsets, buzzer beaters, blue bloods, and basketball euphoria! The boys dive in to what they are excited to see in the 2025 NCAA tournament. Also, Brian is thrilled about the news of the new basketball coach at…

Brian and Paul discuss the big questions in life, like....if you were a coach what would you wear on the sidelines. You might be surprised to find out what Brian would wear, but there is a strategy behind it. The boys also discuss their tentative plans for the first day of NCAA tournament viewing. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on the…

It's MLB Opening Day......in Japan! The Dodgers and Cubs open the season in Tokyo, Japan! The people of Japan have fully embraced both teams and are beyond excited to see several homegrown players take the field. Brian and Paul share some of their favorite Opening Day stories and memories from their careers. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Pod…

Brian and Paul discuss Selection Sunday and the field of 68. The SEC has a firm grasp on the premier conference in NCAA basketball, but does that mean an NCAA Title in 2025 It's Monday, that means its time for the Athlete You Should Know! Find out who this weeks athlete is! Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on the socials and check out o…

It's Selection Sunday and a lot of teams are on the bubble. The NCAA Selection Committee will choose the field of 68 tonight and some teams will be moving on, while others will have to make alternate plans. Brian shares from his time at NC State what it was like being on the bubble with one of his NC State baseball teams. Other topics the boys dive…

Duke and UNC revived their basketball rivalry with another classic basketball game in the semi-finals of the ACC tournament. Brian and Paul discuss the heart breaking ending for the Tar Heels. The boys also dive into whether Cooper Flagg should give it one more go at Duke and Paul shares how he once had wheels. Also, congratulations to Parker Byrd!…

Brian and Paul discuss year round travel baseball and how it affects the arms of players. Is it different for players in the United States vs Latin American ball players? Paul also poses a very interesting dinner party/bullpen question. The boys want to hear your answers to the question. Also....did Paul actually once like a dog? Is he really not h…

Brian and Paul reflect back on how the WrightStew Podcast started and share what the podcast has meant to them over the first 100 episodes. The boys also dive into TikTok dancing, root canals, and fanatical fans. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on the socials and check out our merch: Merch Store: https://wrightstewmerch.itemorder.com/s…

Brian shares how he may have been cursed by a sorcerer while driving the caddy. There will definitely be signs. Paul discusses some of his transition out of baseball and what the work force had for him. Or better put, didn't have for him. And the boys discuss a dubious national record set by a couple of local high school softball teams. Send us a t…

There are some QB's on the move in the NFL. The boys discuss the big moves and how it will impact next NFL season. **INJURY ALERT*** The Yankees ace goes down. Paul jumps on his soapbox and discussed arm care. And which hotel was haunted in the International League? All that and more on todays episode! #wrightstewpodcast #fyp #gerritcole #nyyankees…

Well, it happened. In less than a year Kevin Keatts went from taking the NC State Wolfpack to the Final Four and signing a contract extension to no longer being employed by the university. Brian and Paul discuss Kevin Keatts' time at NC State. It's Monday and you know what that means, it time for the 'Athlete You Should Know'. The boys head into th…

Brian and Paul discussed Ethan Norby's (ECU) 19 strike out game, but there is some controversy unfolding in Greenville. Listen in to find out why Coastal Carolina may have some beef. Paul shares how a dear friend helped save his life, and the boys discuss the current state of baseball playing surfaces. It's actually pretty interesting! Send us a te…

The boys discuss the end of an era, as the ESPN staple 'Around the Horn' will end it's run on the network. Brian and Paul discuss what the show meant to them personally, as well as sports talk in general. Paul also discussed his love for the Trop in Tampa, and jumps on his soapbox about pitch count. Send us a text Follow the WrightStew Podcast on t…

After a magical run to the NCAA Final Four, the NC State Wolfpack basketball team failed to make their conference tournament this season. That right, they didn't make the ACC Tournament! Brian and Paul dive in and discuss what is next for the program. The boys also share thoughts on the NFL Combine, and discuss what ESPN is hitting and missing on. …