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The Baseball Europe Podcast

Paul Hughes and Matthias Letsch
Baseball
Germany
European Championships
MLB
Mainz Athletics
Italian Baseball League
Czech Republic
Czech Baseball Extraliga
Netherlands
Softball
Italy
European Baseball Championship
Bundesliga
Austria
World Baseball Classic
Poland
Dutch Baseball League
Britain
Baseball History In Britain
France

The Baseball Europe podcast is dedicated to telling the stories, sharing the banter, and covering the quirks of the game across the continent. From Bundesliga dugouts to Dutch dynasties, Italian rivalries to Czech ballparks, we’re digging into the people, places, and passion that make European baseball its own weird and wonderful world. This isn’t a dry scoreboard recap or an MLB clone. It’s about... more

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This week it's all about the country where, during communism, Baseball was illegal, but now boasts one of the most Baseball saturated cities in Europe.

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How did an American become the Manager of croatia? What is Baseball really like in this country? We take a deep dive into the grass roots of Croatian baseball.

**Audio Issue Warning** This episode was recorded using Riverside FM. Somehow the record... more

Baseball season is right around the corner - the boys talk about their forthcoming season and about Croatia.

Did you know, Croatia have been playing as "Croatia" since before the country existed. Have a listen as we go over the origins of the game ... more

In between Matthias's full time job, the boys get together to chat about the upcoming WBC, as the stars arrive amidst insurance issues and star players competing only under certain circumstances.

But how will the European clubs do? Who does Matthia... more

If you want the story from the horses mouth, here's your opportunity to hear about the unrest in the Hungarian Baseball league from one of the people who helped FOUND baseball in Hungary; Mr. Balazs Halmos.

You'll hear about his story - from using a... more

Did you know Hungary invented a ridiculous amount of stuff.

Hungary gave the world. The Rubik’s Cube, The ballpoint pen,Holography, and key early computer concepts

For a country of 10 million, that’s wild brain density.

But unfortunately at this mom... more

Slovakia, a country that knows how to lose repeatedly and still come back fighting - wait... let me explain that better in the podcast, it's really a compliment.

Vienna has more famous desserts per square metre than almost anywhere on Earth. Sachertorte, Apfelstrudel, Linzer Torte, Kaiserschmarrn — half of Europe’s comfort food comes from one little alpine country that decided butter, sugar and melancholy sho... more

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Recent Guests

Balazs Halmos
Player and representative of the Red Wolves of Hungary
Red Wolves of Hungary
Episode: #18 BONUS - Hungary "Scandal" Deep Dive - with the man who saw it all.
Philip Weller
Vice President of the Austrian Baseball Federation, active in baseball since the early 90s
Austrian Baseball and Softball Federation
Episode: #15 Austria - The hills are alive with the sounds of... Baseball?
Evan Opperman
American baseball player with the Rättvik Butchers and marketing professional
Rättvik Butchers
Episode: #14 The Home of Ikea, Meatballs and... Baseball? - must be Sweden
Phil Richmond
A baseball player and coach involved in Poland's youth baseball development
Centaury Warsaw
Episode: #13 Baseball scams & Poland, w/US import Phil Richmond
Ted Barrett
MLB umpire with a long career, noted for umpiring two perfect games.
Episode: #11 Video Bonus - Retired MLB umpire Ted Barret

Hosts

Matthias Letsch
Co-host of The Baseball Europe Podcast; involved in European baseball coverage and governance discussions.
Paul Hughes
Co-host of The Baseball Europe Podcast; frequent host and contributor on European baseball topics.
Mattia
Co-host of The Baseball Europe Podcast; covers regional leagues and development topics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • A fun conversation to listen to and interesting stuff

    Paul and Matthias bring the right mix of facts and fun together. It’s a relaxed wa of learning more about European baseball. How are the rules different. What are the rules in the different countries for players from abroad. And so on

    Plus the interviews with Players, Umps and others always bring cool insights too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RoxY00023
    Germany3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Strong local perspective with useful context for sponsors.
A fun, informative mix of facts and banter about European baseball.
Insightful discussions on governance and development in Europe.
Great guest diversity—from players to umpires and organizers.
Balanced, approachable, and entertaining for die-hard fans.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#87
Italy/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#17
Austria/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#131
Sweden/Sports/Baseball

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#18 BONUS - Hungary "Scandal" Deep Dive - with the man who saw it all.
Q: What does the future look like for the Red Wolves and Hungarian baseball?
Despite current challenges, there is hope for the growth and development of baseball in Hungary, particularly through youth engagement and international competitions.
#18 BONUS - Hungary "Scandal" Deep Dive - with the man who saw it all.
Q: So how did you discover baseball and want to play it?
Balazs was encouraged by a classmate to join a baseball team despite having no previous experience with the sport.
#14 The Home of Ikea, Meatballs and... Baseball? - must be Sweden
Q: What do you talk about with fellow American players in Sweden?
The common topics include the beauty of Swedish girls and experiences with food and culture.
#14 The Home of Ikea, Meatballs and... Baseball? - must be Sweden
Q: What misconceptions do people in the States have about baseball in Sweden?
A lot of them don't understand why you are still playing when you're 30, and they think the games have huge crowds and stadiums.
#14 The Home of Ikea, Meatballs and... Baseball? - must be Sweden
Q: How did you get into Sweden?
I was recruited by a coach that had previously been here that found me in the States, connected me with Rättvik.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Baseball Europe Podcast

What is The Baseball Europe Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A buddy-cast about European baseball, balancing on-field stories with governance, development, and culture across multiple countries. Listeners get insider perspectives from players, coaches, umpires, and officials, plus practical takes on leagues, youth programs, and regional collaborations. Episodes highlight how the sport evolves outside the U.S.—from funding controversies in Hungary to growth in Poland, Sweden, Austria, and the UK—often with a mix of banter and in-depth context that helps fans and industry folks understand the nuances of European baseball. A notable strength is weaving personal journeys with broader structural issues, making it engaging for potential players, coaches, sponsors, and media partners who want a vivid, local... more

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2. Philip Weller
3. Evan Opperman
4. Phil Richmond
5. Ted Barrett

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