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The Up & In Show

The Up & In Show

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  • Mike Steele On What Really Makes a Big Leaguer | Baseball Development, Resilience & Coaching | The Up And In Show

    Mike Steele On What Really Makes a Big Leaguer | Baseball Development, Resilience & Coaching | The Up And In Show
    Dec 19 2025
    Former professional pitcher and elite development coach Mike Steele joins Anthony Ranaudo on the Up And In Show for one of the most honest conversations on player development you’ll hear. Raised in Michigan and guided by his grandfather, Mike’s journey took him from junior college baseball to Central Michigan, into professional baseball with the Detroit Tigers, and eventually into coaching at every level — college, professional organizations, and now as a leader in player development at Stevens Complex. In this episode, Mike breaks down:
    • What actually separates players who make it from those who don’t
    • Why developing the person matters more than mechanics alone
    • Lessons learned from coaching inside MLB organizations (Pirates, Guardians, Yankees pipeline influence)
    • The balance between old-school coaching and modern analytics, biomechanics, and motor learning
    • Why resilience, discipline, and mindset still beat talent alone
    This is a masterclass in pitching development, coaching philosophy, and leadership, and a must-watch for players, parents, and coaches who want to understand what the next level really demands. 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with elite athletes, coaches, and leaders inside the game.
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    57 mins
  • How Paul Fry Went from JUCO Longshot to MLB Reliever | The Up & In Show with Anthony Ranaudo

    How Paul Fry Went from JUCO Longshot to MLB Reliever | The Up & In Show with Anthony Ranaudo
    Dec 8 2025
    Former MLB reliever Paul Fry sits down with Anthony Ranaudo for an incredible deep-dive into one of the most underrated journeys to the big leagues. Fry opens up about growing up in Waterford, Michigan, barely playing baseball until high school, choosing JUCO over small-school football offers, and the moment his career almost fell apart after becoming academically ineligible. This episode covers: How Fry went from outfielder → late-blooming pitcher Why he never planned on being drafted The JUCO adversity that completely changed his life Working at a gas station while trying to earn his way back What scouts actually saw in him His draft story with the Seattle Mariners Being told he’d pitch in the big leagues — and proving it Developing as a left-handed reliever and rising through the minors The mindset behind being an underdog and believing in yourself Whether you're a JUCO athlete, a late bloomer, or someone grinding to make it in baseball, this conversation is one of the most authentic and inspiring stories you’ll hear. 🎙 Up & In Show with Anthony Ranaudo Talking baseball, life, development, adversity, and everything in between. #PaulFry #MLBStories #UpAndInShow #BaseballPodcast #AnthonyRanaudo
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    53 mins
  • Inside LSU Pitching: Nate Yeskie on Culture, Conviction & Developing Aces | The Up And In Show

    Inside LSU Pitching: Nate Yeskie on Culture, Conviction & Developing Aces | The Up And In Show
    Dec 8 2025
    LSU Pitching Coach Nate Yeskie joined Anthony Ranaudo on The Up and In Show to talk about the mindset, confidence, and culture within one of the most demanding pitching staffs in the country. They covered it all — the standard of excellence it takes to survive in the SEC, the emotional and mental battles pitchers go through, and how LSU has built a locker room full of resilient competitors.

    Yeskie name-dropped key arms like William Schmidt and Kade Anderson, and shared his perspective on their growth this season. He also talked about coaching Paul Skenes, what he looks for in developing young pitchers, and the leadership he's seen emerge from this 2025 staff.

    Anthony, a former LSU and MLB pitcher himself, related personally to the struggle of building conviction and confidence on the mound — and how difficult that can be, especially in high-pressure environments like the SEC.

    This episode is a deep dive into what it really takes to compete at the highest level in college baseball, mentally and physically. A must-listen for players, coaches, and fans alike.

    🔗 Subscribe for more player and coach interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@UpAndInShow 🌐 Visit Anthony’s website: https://anthonyranaudo.co
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    #LSUBaseball #NateYeskie #AnthonyRanaudo
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    39 mins
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