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Alberta Dugout Stories: The Podcast

Alberta Dugout Stories
Baseball
Western Canadian Baseball League
Alberta
Baseball Canada
Okotoks Dawgs
Saskatoon Berries
Baseball Alberta
WCBL
World Baseball Classic
Canadian Future Showcase
Sylvan Lake Gulls
Toronto Blue Jays
Morneau Cup
Regina Red Sox
Canada Summer Games
Canadian Baseball Hall Of Fame
Dawgs Academy
Minor League Baseball
Okotoks
Canada

Celebrating Alberta’s past, present and future in baseball. Hear from the players, coaches, officials and others involved in the game, as well as the latest news and notes from around the sport in our province.

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And then there were four. The Western Canadian Baseball League's Division Series all wrapped up with the Okotoks Dawgs, Sylvan Lake Gulls, Moose Jaw Miller Express and Saskatoon Berries emerging victorious. We take a look back at each of their first-... more

The field of 12 teams is now down to eight, and in just a few days, we’ll be down to four, and then two will be looking to claim the Harry Hallis Trophy as WCBL champions.

Over the next couple of weeks, Joe McFarland and Ian Wilson will look ahead t... more

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We put the wraps on another busy week of baseball (including the MLB Trade Deadline, a couple of promotions in the minors and the start of the Women's Pro Baseball League season). Then we hear from the Baseball Canada 19U Women's Nationals Hitter of ... more

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We're back with another edition of the show after a few extra days off following a wild stretch of daily shows during The Road to Okotoks and the WCBL All-Star Game. We get you all caught up with the news, then hear from Swift Current 57s record-brea... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Bello
Dawgs Academy hurler, Morneau Cup champion
ATHX? / Dawgs
Episode: Episode #411: Braidy Birdsall, Jack Bello & Lucas Gensler
Lucas Gensler
ATHX Academy alum, Morneau Cup participant
ATHX Academy / Gulls Prep
Episode: Episode #411: Braidy Birdsall, Jack Bello & Lucas Gensler
Garet Ostapchuk
Parkland Twins hitter, BAEL championship MVP
Parkland Twins, Baseball Alberta Elite League
Episode: Episode #410: Jake Hiromoto, Garet Ostapchuk & Greg Brons
Greg Brons
Baseball Saskatchewan figure, MLB draft commentator
Saskatchewan baseball community
Episode: Episode #410: Jake Hiromoto, Garet Ostapchuk & Greg Brons
Gael Salinas
Bunt competition winner, Saskatoon Berries
Saskatoon Berries
Episode: Episode #409: WCBL All-Star Weekend in Saskatoon
Thomas Soto
Moose Jaw/Express speedster, All-Star
Moosejaw Barry/Express
Episode: Episode #409: WCBL All-Star Weekend in Saskatoon
Dallen Rude
Saskatoon Barry and East Division All-Star
Saskatoon Barry
Episode: Episode #409: WCBL All-Star Weekend in Saskatoon
Carter Roth
Berries All-Star and MVP candidate
Saskatoon Berries
Episode: Episode #409: WCBL All-Star Weekend in Saskatoon
Jeff Duda
Co-head coach of the Dawgs Academy
Okotoks Dawgs
Episode: Episode #408: Morneau Cup Champions - Dawgs Academy

Hosts

Joel McFarland
Host of Alberta Dugout Stories: The Podcast (main host role on many episodes)
Joe McFarland
Frequent host, guides conversations with guests; many episode summaries credit him

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Great coverage of Alberta baseball

    We’re lucky to have these guys devote their time to telling the story of baseball in Alberta!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jumbo Diaz
    Canada7 years ago
  • Great Interviewer and Production Value!

    So happy to have stumbled upon this pod after following ADS on social media. Everything an Alberta baseball fan is interested in. Content is fabulous and relevant! One suggestion is to reintroduce guests by full name and title at the closing of interviews as a reminder for the listening audience. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lybby2
    Canada7 years ago
  • Alberta's Vin Scullys

    Two guys, passion and joy. Vin and Scully. They do phenomenal job at Alberta Dugout Stories. It's breath taking how huge knowledge they've got about the players from all over the world that are somehow connected to this province. AB Podcasts brought another dimension to the Alberta baseball encyclopedia. It's about people you might currently know or you might meet tomorrow or week later. It's real. I'm just wondering who is Vin and who is Scully?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vlad_mack
    Canada7 years ago
  • Great Baseball show

    Awesome production quality, passionate hosts, and an area of Canadian Baseball that is often overlooked. Absolutely worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    7s
    Canada8 years ago
  • Great for baseball lovers. Local or otherwise

    This is a great podcast covering everything baseball related in Alberta. From youth teams to professional players who have played here. Highly recommended not only for local baseball fans, but for anyone who is interested in baseball. Some great stories and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baseball Ruben
    Canada8 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the breadth of guest perspectives from college to league play and national contexts.
Hosts are passionate and produce high-quality content with a clear community focus.
Shows strong coverage of Alberta baseball and its players, with deep local connections.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#145
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Apple Podcasts
#247
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Apple Podcasts
#92
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode #412: WCBL Postseason Preview
Q: Do you think the top seeds will advance, or is there a bold prediction for round one?
The hosts lean toward the top seeds advancing, with a caveat that one upset could occur, but they expect the higher seeds to prevail given depth and experience, setting the stage for an exciting second round.
Episode #412: WCBL Postseason Preview
Q: How do you see this series playing out?
Ian suggests that Regina may struggle with pitching depth and that Saskatoon's depth could outlast Regina, while Okotoks and Energy City face a tighter, more even match, with Sylvan Lake's depth and pitching staff potentially carrying them to a deep playoff run.
Episode #405: The Road to Okotoks - Day #4
Q: What would it mean to you to win the Morneau Cup for the first time?
It would be an unreal achievement, a top moment in my baseball career, and it would mean a lot to cap off the season with such a trophy.
Episode #410: Jake Hiromoto, Garet Ostapchuk & Greg Brons
Q: What does it mean to have set such a historic single-season record, and how did you stay grounded through the approach?
Hiromoto explained that while the award felt cool, the bigger value was team success and contributing to a championship run; he stayed grounded by sticking to his established approach and maintaining focus on the next game rather than chasing personal glory.
Episode #411: Braidy Birdsall, Jack Bello & Lucas Gensler
Q: How do you manage pressure and stay focused during big tournaments?
Maintaining energy, supporting teammates, and keeping things light in between games helps. You stay calm, trust your preparation, and focus on performing one game at a time.

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This show tends to focus on Alberta and Western Canadian baseball, with deep dives into teams, players, coaches, and developmental programs across the region. Episodes often mix season previews, roster moves, coaching changes, and behind-the-scenes stories from leagues like the WCBL and CCBC, plus international and national baseball contexts. A standout trait is the steady emphasis on local ecosystems—from small-town pride to college pathways and mentorship within Alberta baseball—making it valuable for sponsors, teams, and brands looking to reach regional baseball communities and talent pipelines. Potential listeners are likely drawn to in-depth player development, community impact, and Canadian baseball culture with a clear Alberta lens.

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1. Jack Bello
2. Lucas Gensler
3. Garet Ostapchuk
4. Greg Brons
5. Gael Salinas
6. Thomas Soto
7. Dallen Rude
8. Carter Roth

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