The Show Before the Show: Episode 441
Check out the latest episodes of The Show Before the Show, MiLB.com's official podcast. A segment rundown is listed below, in case you want to skip to a particular section. Like the podcast? Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts. The podcast is also available via Spotify, Megaphone and other
Check out the latest episodes of The Show Before the Show, MiLB.com's official podcast. A segment rundown is listed below, in case you want to skip to a particular section. Like the podcast? Subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts. The podcast is also available via Spotify, Megaphone and other podcast-listening apps. This episode can also be found on Minor League Baseball's official YouTube page. Send questions or feedback to podcast@milb.com, and follow hosts Sam Dykstra (@SamDykstraMiLB) and Benjamin Hill (@bensbiz) on X.
Intro/Ben's Biz Banter (0:00)
Ben, Sam and Tyler open up this week's show by looking back at the Minor League careers of the newest inductees into the Baseball Hall of Fame and share their excitement for Somerset's Jersey Diners identity coming in 2024. You can subscribe to the Ben's Biz Beat newsletter here.
Jim Holland interview (38:15)
Former Princeton general manager Jim Holland talks to Ben about his book My Fortunate Detour and how it takes a community to help run a local baseball team.
Top 10 talk (1:08:08)
Sam and Tyler discuss MLB Pipeline's Top 10 shortstop and outfield prospect rankings. The full Top 100 will be revealed as part of MLB Network's coverage beginning at 7 p.m. ET on Friday.
Ghosts of the Minors/Wrapping up (1:25:50)
Before the show concludes for another week, Josh yammers on in the latest edition of Ghosts of the Minors.
2025 Spring Breakout Roster Announced For Yankees
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The New York Yankees, along with Major League Baseball, have announced their roster for the 2025 Spring Breakout Game versus prospects of the Baltimore Orioles to be played on Saturday, March 15 at 6:05 pm at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, FL.
"Rookie of the Year" Star Thomas Nicholas To Appear At 7/13 Game
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have announced that Thomas Nicholas, the star of the baseball film “Rookie of the Year,” will appear at the Sunday, July 13 game. The Patriots take on the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Toronto Blue Jays) at TD
Kids Opening Day On Sunday, April 13
Bridgewater, New Jersey - Kids Opening Day with the Somerset Patriots is back on Sunday, April 13th at 1:05 PM! Enter for the chance to win one of our special kids experiences. Plus you can meet Bluey! Events for ALL kids! - Meet Bluey at the game - In-game kids
Darryl Strawberry To Appear At August 6th Game
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have announced that New York baseball legend Darryl Strawberry will appear at the Wednesday, August 6 game at TD Bank Ballpark. The Patriots take on the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (New York Mets) at 6:35 pm in the
9 Questions with Willie Randolph
In tribute to Black History Month, former Yankees World Series Champion Willie Randolph sat down with the Somerset Patriots to address nine questions in reference to Minor League Baseball's The Nine program. The Nine, which pays homage to the number that Jackie Robinson wore when he broke the color barrier
Sopranos Night With Special Guest Steve Schirripa Returns To Somerset
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have announced that the team will once again host Sopranos Night with special guest Steve Schirripa at TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday, May 31 for the 6:35 pm game against the Akron RubberDucks (Cleveland Guardians).
New York Black Yankees Tribute On 8/2
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, will play as the New York Black Yankees at TD Bank Ballpark as part of a tribute night to honor the historic Negro Leagues team. The Patriots take on the Richmond Flying Squirrels (SFG) at 7:05 pm.
Celebrate Our Armed Forces On May 18
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have announced that the team’s Military Appreciation Day will take place at TD Bank Ballpark on Sunday, May 18. Fans are encouraged to arrive early for a pre-game ceremony beginning at 12:00 pm prior to the 1:05
Nine Patriots Named As Yankees Spring Training Non-Roster Invitees
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The New York Yankees have announced their spring training non-roster invitees, which includes nine players with time as Somerset Patriots.
Somerset Patriots' Ultimate Guide to the Top Sporting Events Worldwide
If you’re a Somerset Patriots fan, this guide will take you on a journey across some of the world’s most iconic and thrilling sporting events. From the excitement of the NBA Finals to the history of Wimbledon, each event brings a unique flair to the global stage. Ready to attend?
Yankees Announce 2025 Coaching Staff For Double-A Somerset Patriots
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The New York Yankees have announced the 2025 coaching staff for the Double-A Somerset Patriots, led by manager Raul Dominguez. Dominguez enters his third consecutive season as manager for the Patriots, 11th overall as a manager and 19th coaching in the Yankees organization. In his first
Seasonal Job Fair Scheduled For 2/8
Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, as well as HomePlate Catering and Hospitality, will host a seasonal job fair at TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday, February 8 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. The Patriots and HomePlate Catering and Hospitality are looking for
Bluey Appearance Scheduled For 4/13
Bridgewater, New Jersey - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, will welcome Bluey to TD Bank Ballpark on Sunday, April 13 as part of the Kids Opening Day. The Patriots take on the Reading Fightin Phils (PHI) at 1:05 pm.
Baseball America Names Patriots 2024 Double-A Organization of the Year
Bridgewater, New Jersey – Baseball America has named the Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, winners of its 2024 Freitas Award for Double-A Organization of the Year.
Fundraise By Working Concessions For Games
Bridgewater, New Jersey- HomePlate Catering & Hospitality, the concessions partner of the Somerset Patriots, is once again offering a program for local non-profit organizations to work at TD Bank Ballpark during the 2025 season to raise money for their charities.
Remembering Dave Rosenthal
Bridgewater, New Jersey - The Somerset Patriots are saddened to hear of the passing of Dave Rosenthal, who served as an event staff supervisor at our ballpark from 1999 - 2010. Rosenthal, of Spotswood, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick.
Jersey Diners Return For 2025
Bridgewater, New Jersey - The Somerset Patriots have announced that the Jersey Diners will be back for the 2025 season. The Jersey Diners, the winner of MiLB's 2024 Best Alternate Identity and Golden Bobblehead for Best New Merchandise Promotion or Retail Sales Strategy, will play six games at TD Bank
Holiday Auction To Benefit The Greater Somerset County YMCA
Bridgewater, New Jersey - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, are hosting a Holiday Auction to benefit the Greater Somerset County YMCA.