This episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape is old school: It's just Cheats and Flobo talking playoffs. Mets Win! Is Lindor a global star? How did the Mets get here? Padres vs. Dodgers: Who you got? Are the Padres heels? Who has more pressure, Shohei or Judge? All that and more on this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape. The Black Baseball Mixtap…

On this LIVE playoff episode of the BBM podcast, we discuss each divisional series and the bad blood between the Dodgers and the Padres. The crew is here: Flobo, Malik, April, and Cheats. We also talk about the biggest villains in baseball history. Flobo's answer is crazy (lol). Subcribe to the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast; everywhere, podcasts a…

Sunday Live! BBM host Cheats is joined by former major Leaguer Lewis Brinson and BBM fantasy baseball commissioner Ced to talk all things playoffs. Subscribe to the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast everywhere streaming is available. The BBM podcast partners with Steelo Sports, the Players Alliance, Herencia 21, Numbers Game Scorecards, and Rebellion …

On this exclusive episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, Cheats is joined by the inaugural Manager of the Oakland Ballers, Micah Franklin, and three Black players who participated in the 2024 Ballers season: Austin Davis (52 games), Trevor Halsema (52 games), and Payton Harden (82 games). Coach Franklin and the players speak for the first t…

Cheats is joined by Flobo, Troy Justice, and Don Dishes to discuss the MLB Wild Card series. We also preview the Division Series and discuss the highest-selling jerseys in baseball. This is part of the BBM LIVE playoff series. The crew will go live every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday during the MLB playoffs. The Black Baseball Mixtape podcast partn…

The MLB playoffs are here! The Black Baseball Mixtape podcast crew is recording live every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday throughout the playoffs. Cheats is joined by Flobo, April, and Malik to discuss Day 1 of the Wild Card Series and the state of Black baseball. Subscribe to the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast everywhere podcasts are available. Tha…

All roads in youth baseball and softball development roads converge this weekend in Montgomery, Alabama, for the first-ever Flyball Jubilee. The event is presented by The Players Alliance in partnership with the city of Montgomery. On this extraordinary episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, I talk to Players Alliance Executive Director Mar…

Baseball United founder Kash Shaikh returns to the Black Baseball Mixtape! Flobo Boyce (In the Booth) and Cheats get a full update on the progress of Baseball United. Since last year's visit, Baseball United has been very busy. Kash recently announced that Baseball United is building a brand-new baseball stadium in Dubai: Barry Larkin Field. It wil…

Tyson Ross grew up playing baseball in Oakland. He went on to play Cal (Berkley) and was drafted by his hometown team the Oakland A's in 2008. Ross pitched 10 seasons in MLB and was selected to the All-Star team in 2014 (Padres). After hanging up the spikes, Ross started Loyal to My Soil, a non-profit that provides free baseball camps to kids in th…

I'm back with another quick travel log of Fanatics Fest Day 2. In this very brief episode, I mainly focused on the card hobby, and I had a quick chat with 14-year-old custom cleats sensation Evan the Artist. Thanks to the Black Baseball Mixtape partners: Steelo Sports, the Players Alliance, Numbers Game Scorecards, Rebellion Harvest, and Herencia 2…

On this Black Baseball Mixtape podcast episode, I recap my first day at Fanatics Fest in NYC. We especially thank our partners: Steelo Sports, Herencia 21, Numbers Game Scorecards, Rebellion Harvest, and the Players Alliance. Contact the Black Baseball Mixtape at BlackBaseballMixtape@gmail.com.De către Black Baseball Mixtape

I caught up briefly with Twins 1st Round Pick Kaelen Culpepper and Angels 1st Round Pick Christian Moore. Check out the incredible exchange. The future is bright with these two young men leading the way and understanding the assignment that Black baseball is a movement.De către Black Baseball Mixtape

This episode goes back to MLB All-Star week and comes live from the Players Alliance Game Changer Celebration. I was on the Black Carpet and interviewed everyone who came through, including Hall of Famer and Game Changer Award Recipient Fergie Jenkins, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, and Hip-Hop Legend Ed Lover. This episode is very special because, …

What's good, BBM Family! We have a special podcast today because our good friends over at Baseball United have a very special announcement. Flobo, our BU correspondent, has all the tea. In short, there are three major announcements, including the start date of the inaugural BU season. Enjoy the Show.…

I absolutely love this episode! Lenny Webster is a former MLB catcher who played 12 seasons in the BIGS. Web has dedicated his post-playing days to coaching and mentoring young players. Through his work with the Players Alliance and MLB Develops you will find Coach Webster at the center of events like the HBCU Swingman Classic, the Hank Aaron Invit…

On this special "midweek" episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape, I briefly chat with The Kid Mero and the Broadcast Boys on the field at the MLB Celebrity Softball game. This game was awesome, and it was an honor to speak with these guys who truly inspired me to be creative with the BBM podcast and community. The BBM podcast is in partnership with …

Reporting Live from the 2024 MLB Futures Game at Global Life Field: The Black Baseball Mixtape is proud to share with you on-the-field interviews with Marines #2 Prospect Harry Ford, Rays #13 Prospect Tre Morgan, and Rangers #1 Prospect Sebastian Walcott. The Futures Game is quickly becoming one of the most anticipated events of MLB All-Star Week. …

After three years at Lousiville University, Tyeler Hawkins decided he needed a change. It was either stop playing baseball altogether or transfer to a new school, hoping for a fresh start. He chose to attend an HBCU, Southern University, in the SWAC conference. That decision turned out to be a perfect one for Tyeler. He rediscovered his love for th…

On this episode of the BBM podcast, we are re-airing our James Wood conversation in honor of his MLB debut and first MLB hit last night. James is a top prospect in the Nats organization. He has been killing it in the minors the previous two seasons and has all the tools to be an MLB starter at the age of 21. On a personal note for the podcast, we c…

On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, Cheats welcomes first-time guests Izzy Lugo, the Brewers' Experimental Marketing Director, and Santos, host of The Baseball Aficionado. These two guests discuss a wide range of topics, including the recent passing of Willie Mays, the fan experience at the ballpark, and up-and-coming players to …

BBM Podcast Re-Air from March 4, 2024: There were plenty of times when Spencer Bivens thought his baseball career could be over, but the right-handed pitcher kept his options -- and his heart -- open to the next opportunity. That determination and drive guided him from Community College to playing overseas, independent baseball, and ultimately sign…

What's Good Mixtape Family: Here is a very brief preview of some Black players to watch in the College World Series.De către Black Baseball Mixtape

Justyn-Henry Malloy debuted in the MLB last week with the Detroit Tigers. He got his first hit in his third game, a Home Run. JHen was among the first pro players to appear on the BBM podcast in February 2023. It's a tradition to re-air episodes when BBM players debut (See Samad Taylor and Trey Lipscomb). I'm excited to re-air this episode because …

As MLB prepares for its highly anticipated Tribute to the Negro Leagues game at the historic Rickwood Field on June 20th, several special events and projects are happening in conjunction to celebrate the occasion. One of the most exciting for card collectors is a special trading card collection from Topps. The Topps collection features hand-drawn a…

On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape Podcast, I am talking with Coach Drew Spencer. Coach Spencer may be the most compelling man in baseball. He is the Complex Coach for the New York Yankees. He is also the Head man for the British National baseball team, a team that played in the 2023 World Baseball Classic and has already qualified for t…

One opinion I often hear is that MLB teams need more young Black people in their front office. That is true, but the path to getting into a position as an MLB Front Office Executive is tricky. Those future GMs may have grind at levels they didn't even know existed. Brandon Rembert is one of those future GMs currently out on the grind. Brandon is a …

On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape, Cheats talks with TT Bowens of the Bowie Baysox—the Connecticut native- about his journey in baseball and the mental approach that has led to his success. TT was a late bloomer in the game and grew his confidence playing at Central Connecticut State. Now, in pro ball, TT stays focused and grounded on b…

I know it's Monday, but today's message is not a new podcast; it's a life update. We need a few things from you: Please review the podcast on Apple podcast Please follow BBM on Instagram (@BlackBaseballMixtape) Please message me on IG or email me: BlackBaseballMixtape@gmail.com to join the FREE group chat on Discord. Follow In the Booth with Flobo …

I spoke with Donta' Williams of the Bowie Baysox on this Black Baseball Mixtape podcast episode. Donta' is a Las Vegas native. He played college baseball at the University of Arizona and was a 4th Round draft pick of the O's in 2021. Donta and I talk about his personal journey to pro ball and the importance of a strong foundation in the game. Donta…

Daniel "Jet" Johnson is a veteran in the stacked Orioles farm system. The Bay Area native continues a legacy of Black ball players, including Frank Robinson, Joe Morgan, Dave Stewart, Rickey Henderson, Curt Flood, Jimmy Rollins, CC Sabathia, and many more who claim the Oakland area home. In this episode, I chat briefly with DJ about his childhood j…

Have you ever wondered what it's like to play professional baseball in the Mexican Pro League? This episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast (BBM) answers that question and more with RHP Ronnie Williams. On this episode, you will hear from Ronnie what it's like to be a pro player in Mexico. What it was like being a pro player in Korea. You wil…

On this episode, Cheats talks with the #14 prospect in the Guardians organization, former 2021 1st-round draft pick Kahlil Watson. Watson is a Virginia native with strong ties to the Commonwealth. He grew up playing in adult leagues all around the Tri-Cities region. He was in Richmond last week with the Akron RubberDucks (AA). It was his first time…

On this episode of In the Booth with Flobo Boyce, Flobo is joined by Mia from Black Girls Love Baseball. What started as a fun side project has become one of baseball's more engaging social media platforms. Black Girls Love Baseball follows the adventures of Mia and her friends as they show their Atlanta Braves fandom throughout MLB. Flobo and Mia …

Sherman Johnson, AKA Coach Sherm or Sherm, is a natural leader. He's played at every level of baseball and became a hitting instructor with the Orioles last year. This season, at the age of 33, Sherm accepted the position of Upper-Level Hitting Coordinator. Sherm works with every level within the organization. While he is gaining experience daily, …

What's good, BBM family! BBM founder Cheats is here to touch on the five things that had him talking in baseball this week. Southern Beats LSU The Oakland A's situation is a mess The LA Dodgers are must-watch (good) The Miami Marlins are must-watch (bad) Are the Norfolk Tides the best minor league team ever? Please subscribe to the podcast. Please …

On this special episode of "In the Booth" with Flobo Boyce, we return to Dubai. Last year, "In the Booth" host Flobo Boyce traveled to Dubai to cover the first-ever Baseball United All-Star Showcase. Former MLB pitcher Reggie McClain suited up for the East All-Stars. Flobo recorded this episode with Reggie in Dubai during the historic showcase. Enj…

Trey Lipscomb debuted with the Washington Nationals on March 30, 2024. In that game, he recorded a hit and a stolen base. The next day, Trey recorded his first MLB home run. Trey is a friend of BBM. I sat down with him last season in Richmond while he was playing with the Harrisonburg Senators. He chronicled his journey in baseball and provided gem…

Award-Winning Journalist Dexter Henry chopped it up with Flobo for the latest edition of "In The Booth." Dexter hosts shows for the NY Post & SNY (Sports Net New York Regional TV Channel). He has also contributed to WFAN - Sports Radio and CBS Sports Radio. Dexter is dedicated to amplifying the voices of underserved and underrepresented communities…

The gang is all here for the 2024 MLB preview and predictions show. Flobo, April, and Malik join Cheats to preview the upcoming MLB season. We talk MVPs, Cy Youngs, breakout stars, division winners, and World Series participants. This is a fun episode with a lot of information. Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast as allowed. If you want …

What's the best baseball movie of all time? Of course, there is no 100% right answer, so this is what we did at the Black Baseball Mixtape. We asked the BBM community to list their best baseball films and the top 8 were: The Sandlot, Major League, A League of Their Own, Bingo Long, Soul of the Game, Hardball, 42, and Field of Dreams. Your BBM podca…

The season is right around the corner, so we at BBM thought now is the perfect time to recap the MLB 2024 free agency period. Of course, we're doing this in a way that only BBM can. Flobo, April, and Malik join BBM Founder Cheats to talk about EVERYTHING hot stove: from Shohei to TA. And, of course, "Where in the world is Tommy Pham going to play?"…

On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, I visit with LaTroy Hawkins. Hawk is a media analyst and Special Assistant for Baseball Ops for the Minnesota Twins. He also co-hosts the Thick Skin Podcast with his former teammate, Jauque Jones. Hawk has indeed seen a lot in the game. He played for over two decades (21 seasons with 11 teams) …

Detroit Stand Up! We got The D's own Werner Blakely on this Black Baseball Mixtape podcast episode. Werner, 22, has moved to primarily 3rd base this spring. He looks to break camp in AA and bounce back from what he described as a challenging 2023. Werner is the first (and only) High School Under Armor All-American baseball player from Detroit. He w…

There were plenty of times when Spencer Bivens thought his baseball career could be over, but the right-handed pitcher kept his options -- and his heart -- open to the next opportunity. That determination and drive guided him from Community College to playing overseas, independent baseball, and ultimately signing with the Giants organization. At fi…

On this episode of In the Booth, Flobo visits with die-hard Rockies fan Naika Grays. Flobo went on a bit of a journey to find a Black Rockies community...and well, community may not be the right term, he found Naika in a Black Colorado Facebook group, and it led to this amazing conversation. As always, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast…

On this special bonus episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, I caught up with one of my very first guests and one of my favorite people in all of MLB, Tyrone Brooks. Tyrone is MLB's Senior Director, Front Office and Field Staff Diversity Pipeline Program at Major League Baseball. That is a very fancy way of saying that his job is to find an…

Welcome to the inaugural episode of In the Booth with Flobo Boyce! On this debut episode, Flobo is joined by die-hard Mets musician Jordan Simpson (@jrsimpsonmusic). They talk all things Mets - both of their favorite teams. You don't want to miss this conversation. Please rate and review the BBM podcast network. Your 5-star ratings help keep the li…

KSU is the preseason #24 team in the country. On this episode of the BBM Podcast, I am joined by Associate Head Coach Austin Wates. Wates, 35, has been with the KSU program for six years, but this is his first year as Associate Head Coach. During our lengthy conversation, we talk about what it takes to build a program in a Power 5 conference, we ta…

This special edition of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast is an excerpt from a panel discussion on hip-hop's impact on baseball. It is a video presentation produced by the Players Alliance and directed by Andre LaDon. It features Eric Davis, CC Sabathia, Edwin Jackson, Lawrence Butler, Jason Bourgeois, and Michal Bourn. The panel was hosted by Van…

A.J. Andrews is an absolute star on the field and the mic. The former LSU All-American and current professional Fastpitch pro was the first woman to win the Rawlings Gold Glove Award in 2016. Andrews, 30, a Flordia native, is a true advocate for Black women in sports, specifically focusing on supporting and mentoring young Black softball players. I…