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Major League Baseball
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Arizona Diamondbacks
Injury Prevention
Player Development
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Houston Astros
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Muscle System Specialist
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Dominican Republic

The Professional Baseball Strength and Conditioning Coaches Society Podcast provides recognition for those who have experienced the unique demands of professional baseball performance enhancement. Individuals share their stories and insights, providing valuable lessons for all who are tuning in!

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This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on the 2026 World Baseball Classic. This is Part One of the interview.

Speakers:

-Alexa Garcia (Houston Astros)

-Jose Salas (Milwaukee Brewers)

Topics covered in this episode:

-All things rel... more

Megan Pierro is in her 3rd year as a Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Tampa Bay Rays organization (seasonal in 2024, full-time in 2025 and 2026). She is originally from Lutz, FL and attended the University of South Florida, where she played 5 s... more

Megan Pierro is in her 3rd year as a Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Tampa Bay Rays organization (seasonal in 2024, full-time in 2025 and 2026). She is originally from Lutz, FL and attended the University of South Florida, where she played 5 s... more

Blaine Taylor is a strength and conditioning coach currently working in Lake Tahoe, California. Prior to his current role, he has had stops with both the Cincinnati Reds and Philadelphia Phillies organizations, working in various roles throughout the... more

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Recent Guests

Jose Salas
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Brewers
Milwaukee Brewers
Episode: Episode 234: 234. 2026 WBC Group Discussion (Part One)
Megan Pierro
Professional softball player and strength and conditioning coach
Self-employed/ softball programs
Episode: Episode 233: 233. Interview with Megan Pierro (Part Two)
Blaine Patrick Taylor
Strength and conditioning coach with experience across multiple sports and founder/creator of Persevere app and Rowan Golf
Persevere.co; Rowan Golf
Episode: Episode 231: 231. Interview with Blaine Taylor (Part Three)
Blaine Taylor
Strength and conditioning coach with seven years in professional baseball; former firefighter
Private baseball strength and conditioning practice in Tahoe; former Reds organization and Phillies organization
Episode: Episode 229: 229. Interview with Blaine Taylor (Part One)
Logan Jones
Strength and conditioning coach, White Sox organization
Chicago White Sox
Episode: Episode 226: 226. 2026 Spring Training Group Discussion (Part One)
Alexa Garcia
Strength and Conditioning Coach involved in professional baseball.
Episode: Episode 225: 225. Interview with Alexa Garcia (Part Two)
Steven Thayer
Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Oakland Athletics
Oakland Athletics
Episode: Episode 222: 222. Interview with Steven Thayer (Part One)
Campbell Quirk
Strength and Conditioning Coach with the St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Episode 221: 221. Interview with Campbell Quirk
Luis Cervantes
Strength and conditioning coach with extensive experience in baseball, bilingual and culturally aware.
Episode: Episode 220: 220. Interview with Luis Cervantes (Part Two)

Host

Chris Messina
Host of The PBSCCS Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Absolutely intriguing

    It’s hella dope hearing the behind the scenes of what it takes to keep these athletes and team members at peak performance both physically and mentally. It’s easy to forget that this game starts in the mind and these coaches sometimes have to win the athlete’s trust before they can heal/strengthen them and their game. #CoachLife #ArmFarm #BuildinStuds

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SteveAtWar
    United States7 years ago
  • Good stuff!

    Chris really knows what he’s talking about. This podcast is great, well presented, and can be enjoyed by many. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rhia J.
    United States8 years ago
  • Fire

    Solid info, even if you’re not in the fitness industry. Hard work is hard work, and that is touched on in these episodes! Definitely something beneficial for everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julesss07
    United States8 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    Chris does a great job of bringing together numerous S&C Coaches throughout baseball to share there experiences within the game. Valuable tool for coaches in the game as well as perspective for those who want to get into the field.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Asandova
    United States8 years ago
  • Great resource to learn about strength training in baseball.

    Great podcast that gives an inside view of what it takes to be/ the daily life of a professional baseball strength coach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ballgame Bill
    United States9 years ago

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The discussions are accessible yet deeply informed, appealing to a broad audience interested in sports performance.
Coaches praise the show for practical, behind-the-scenes insights into keeping athletes at peak performance.
Listeners find the group discussions valuable for understanding collaboration across performance staff.
Positive feedback on the relevance of topics like spring training, injury prevention, and data-driven decision making.
Guests are consistently high-caliber and share useful, real-world coaching lessons.

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Episode 234: 234. 2026 WBC Group Discussion (Part One)
Q: What is a selection process like for the WBC? Is it like an application and an interview?
Often it involves multiple pathways including federation connections, MLB approvals through your parent organization, and direct recommendations from MLB to the federation, followed by formal approval from the federation and the team.
Episode 232: 232. Interview with Megan Pierro (Part One)
Q: Before we wrap, what's your best professional baseball story so far?
There are many moments, but one standout is how the Spanish Immersion program deepened connections with Latin players and helped me grow as a coach by understanding culture and language, which in turn improved communication and trust.
Episode 231: 231. Interview with Blaine Taylor (Part Three)
Q: If you could pursue a career other than strength and conditioning, what would you choose?
Professional golf or YouTube golf, combining a passion for the sport with content creation and audience engagement in a growing media space.
Episode 231: 231. Interview with Blaine Taylor (Part Three)
Q: What is your biggest accomplishment, professionally or personally?
A long trajectory of growth across multiple roles, including challenging internships, learning from top mentors, and ultimately building a career that blends coaching excellence with personal and family values.
Episode 231: 231. Interview with Blaine Taylor (Part Three)
Q: If you had to pick one piece of equipment to train with, what would it be?
Gymnastics rings, because mastering upper-body control and joint stability with rings translates into a strong, capable foundation for overall athletic performance.

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A focused series spotlighting high-level strength and conditioning professionals in professional baseball. Episodes center on career paths, cross-disciplinary coaching, injury rehabilitation, data-driven performance, and the unique culture of spring training and player development. Listeners gain practical insights into program design, athlete engagement, and the realities of coaching across MLB organizations, minor leagues, and private training environments. A standout aspect is the consistency of guest expertise—from seasoned S&C veterans to rising coaches—often weaving in cross-cultural, multilingual, and multi-sport perspectives that expand the traditional baseball performance lens.

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1. Jose Salas
2. Megan Pierro
3. Blaine Patrick Taylor
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6. Alexa Garcia
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