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Pacific Swings brings you exclusive interviews and insider stories from players who’ve crossed the Pacific Ocean. Hosted by former MLB, NPB & KBO player David MacKinnon and filmmaker/journalist Jasper Spanjaart.

David MacKinnon (1994) played professional baseball for nearly a decade, competing in Major League Baseball (MLB), Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), and the Korean Baseball Organization ... more

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Can Kazuma Okamoto and Munetaka Murakami succeed in MLB?

In this episode of Pacific Swings, David MacKinnon and Jasper Spanjaart break down two of NPB's biggest power hitters: Kazuma Okamoto (Yomiuri Giants) and Munetaka Murakami (Tokyo Yakult Swall... more

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In this episode of Pacific Swings, David MacKinnon reunites with his 2023 Seibu Lions teammate Mark Payton for a conver... more

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In Part 2 of Pacific Swings, David MacKinnon and Jasper Spanjaart continue their conversation with Gosuke Katoh, diving into the mental strategies and development philosophies that shaped his unique career path.

After 10 years grinding through six d... more

In this first-part of a two-part episode of Pacific Swings, David MacKinnon and Jasper Spanjaart sit down with Gosuke Katoh, the first player in baseball history to be drafted by both MLB and NPB, who just retired at 30 to join the Toronto Blue Jays ... more

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Gosuke Katoh
Former professional baseball player and current member of the Toronto Blue Jays front office
Toronto Blue Jays
Episode: Never Giving Up with Gosuke Katoh (加藤豪将) | The ONLY player drafted by both MLB and NPB | "If you never give up, a lot of good things will happen" | Part 1
Anthony Kay
Japan Series Champion with the Yokohama BayStars
Yokohama BayStars
Episode: Anthony Kay: From NY Mets First-Rounder to Japan Series Champion w/ the Yokohama BayStars | "Baseball takes you places you never imagined"
Tyler Nevin
Pacific League MVP for the month of May and first player to 100 hits in the season
Seibu Lions
Episode: Tyler Nevin: Fan Favorite with the Seibu Lions, Conquering NPB & Embracing Life in Japan | "I'm just diving all in"
Trey Cabbage
Professional baseball player currently playing in the Nippon Professional Baseball league.
Yomiuri Giants
Episode: Giant Cabbage Power: Trey Cabbage on 487-Foot Bombs, NPB Adjustments & Tokyo Life | "My job is to barrel the baseball and do some damage"
Matt Davidson
Professional baseball player known as the homerun king in the KBO for his impressive season with the NC Dinos.
NC Dinos
Episode: The Korean Home Run King: Matt Davidson on 46 Bombs, Mental Battles & Life Overseas | "Don't ask for a lighter load, ask for a stronger back"
Tyler Beede
Professional baseball pitcher, former first-round pick
Yomiuri Giants
Episode: The Giants Standard: Tyler Beede on Playing for Japan's Premier Baseball Team | Pacific Swings | "It gives me moments of awe"
Dietrich Enns
Professional baseball player who has played in MLB, NPB, and KBO.
Detroit Tigers AAA
Episode: Three Countries, Three Baseballs: Dietrich Enns on His Journey Through MLB, NPB, and KBO

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David MacKinnon
Former MLB, NPB & KBO player; an advocate for international baseball culture with years of professional experience.
Jasper Spanjaart
Filmmaker and journalist specializing in sports and cultural storytelling.

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Apple Podcasts
#70
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#43
Italy/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#63
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#53
South Korea/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#60
Japan/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#75
Hong Kong/Sports/Baseball

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Anthony Kay: From NY Mets First-Rounder to Japan Series Champion w/ the Yokohama BayStars | "Baseball takes you places you never imagined"
Q: What would your reaction be if you told your younger self you'd find success in Yokohama?
He would have said no way because back then, everything was going great, and he thought he would dominate the whole way through his career.
Anthony Kay: From NY Mets First-Rounder to Japan Series Champion w/ the Yokohama BayStars | "Baseball takes you places you never imagined"
Q: What adjustments have you made in your pitching since moving to Japan?
I've changed my pitching approach, learned a two-seam fastball, and became a different pitcher compared to my time in the States.
Anthony Kay: From NY Mets First-Rounder to Japan Series Champion w/ the Yokohama BayStars | "Baseball takes you places you never imagined"
Q: How does the NPB pitching philosophy differ from MLB?
In NPB, you pitch down more because hitters focus on putting the ball in play, as opposed to MLB where hitters swing for the fences.
Anthony Kay: From NY Mets First-Rounder to Japan Series Champion w/ the Yokohama BayStars | "Baseball takes you places you never imagined"
Q: What was your first impression walking into the clubhouse with the Yokohama BayStars?
Everyone was really welcoming, reflecting the respectful nature of Japanese culture.
Anthony Kay: From NY Mets First-Rounder to Japan Series Champion w/ the Yokohama BayStars | "Baseball takes you places you never imagined"
Q: How did you mentally handle the break during your rehab?
It's brutal; being away from playing baseball for a whole year is lonely and draining.

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Insightful and engaging, this podcast focuses on the rich cultural tapestry of baseball across the Pacific, exploring the experiences of players who have transitioned between leagues in the United States, Japan, and Korea. With first-hand accounts and exclusive interviews, the hosts dive into topics like player development philosophies, the cultural adjustments players face, and the passionate fan cultures in different countries. The series is particularly notable for its unique blend of sports storytelling and cultural exploration, bringing a fresh perspective to the global game of baseball.

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2. Anthony Kay
3. Tyler Nevin
4. Trey Cabbage
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6. Tyler Beede
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