(Ben & Jack) Midweek Recap + Weekend Series Pick'em + Club Bromaha

We spend the first hour or so recapping LSU winning their 8th College World Series. We talk the 1-0 game 1 win in depth and explain big moments and big plays in the game.  Then we break down the dramatic Game 2, including the ejection heard around the world.  We talk Monster Milam and how he had a tournament to remember. Kade Anderson was unbelievable. Jay Johnson is doing things we haven't seen in a long time at the college level. Etc.  After CWS talk, we break down the coaching carousal between Mississippi State, Virginia, and Duke.  Next we name some of the biggest transfer portal news.  Lastly we preview the MLB Draft... kind of. 

We are back on the podcast previewing the CWS Championship Series between Coastal Carolina and LSU. We break down both teams, their paths that got them here, and what's at stake. We look at the probable pitchers, and finally make our official picks. Then we go back and revist the CWS as a whole and talk about each game and what stood out to us. We have a huge fight over K/9 and K%. Please comment your thoughts.

The boys make their official picks for the 2025 College World Series including their champion. Next they fill out a full fantasy team (2 SP, 1 RP, Every Position, and DH) The fantasy rules: Must pick 1 player from all 8 teams. Must pick 1 player per position. Hope you enjoy this episode and also the content we will be coming out with in Omaha. If you are unable to make the trip and want to buy Jello Shots to support one of the 8 teams, you can Venmo @BenUpton and he will buy and distribute them. Make sure to put what team in the message on Venmo

#CollegeBaseball #Baseball #NCAA In this episode of the 11.7 Podcast, college baseball fans are treated to a comprehensive recap of the super regionals and a preview of the upcoming College World Series in Omaha. They share their excitement for the College World Series, highlighting the unique mix of 8 teams from 6 different conferences. Ben, Dimitri, Jack, and Noah dive into a deep analysis of the super regionals, starting with thrilling performances from teams like Coastal Carolina, Murray State, and Oregon State. They discuss key moments and standout players from each series, such as Trent Caraway's grand slam for Oregon State and Coastal Carolina's continued success under head coach Kevin Schnall. The episode gives exclusive insights into strategies and mindsets heading into Omaha. Listeners will hear about the emotional journeys of teams like Louisville and Murray State with detailed breakdowns of their paths to the College World Series. The hosts also address the controversial officiating decisions and share personal anecdotes from their experiences covering the games. As they wrap up, the hosts engage in lighthearted banter, including a humorous discussion about riding electric scooters and plans for a group event in Omaha. They express gratitude to their listeners and share their thoughts on the impact of this season on the future of college baseball. This episode is a must-listen for fans eager to catch up on all the action and excitement leading into the College World Series. 00:00 Intro 00:59 Long term impact of this year’s Omaha 8 13:28 Murray State's Impressive Run 22:00 UCLA Shuts Out UTSA For 16 Innings 29:34 Arizona and Coastal Carolina Journey to Omaha 47:04 Louisville vs. Miami Super Regional Recap 54:37 Oregon State's Gritty Series Win 01:02:44 Arkansas Triumphs Over Tennessee 01:14:10 LSU Defeats West Virginia 01:18:44 11Point7’s Omaha Plans Use promo code “CWS25” at Home Field Apparel for a 15% off discount!

#CollegeBaseball #NCAA #Baseball Welcome to the Super Regional Preview episode of the 11.7 Podcast! Join the whole squad of Ben, Dimitri, Jack, and Noah as they dive deep into the upcoming Super Regionals in college baseball. Because of his hard 30-minute cutoff Jack kicks things off with his super regional picks and detailed breakdown analysis. The rest of the team stays on to discuss further picks, share stories, and indulge in some fun banter. The team debates whether they should follow their hearts or brains for the matchups. This leads to an engaging discussion on the merits and drawbacks of going with mid-major underdogs. Highlighting criticism they received about their mid-major picks being a 'shtick,' they passionately argue why their support is genuine, backed by their own experiences as former mid-major players. Jack was a true sport, combines creative predictions and betting analogies for the Tennessee vs Arkansas series that he will attend in person this weekend. We crafted an Uncut Gems-style parlay involving funny and accurate game scenarios. From discussing bench-clearing altercations, sound bites in post-game press conferences, to bat flips, we think that without a doubt we are hitting this imaginary parlay. Diving into individual matchups, Noah, Dmitri, and Ben give their takes on teams like Louisville, Miami, Oregon State, and Florida State, weighing their picks based on player performance and strategic analysis. The trio also reflects on potential College World Series matchups, discussing scenarios where teams like Coastal Carolina and Arizona face off, or even a repeat of the famous Oregon State versus Arkansas CWS duel. Further, the guys express admiration for underdog stories such as UTSA, championing their culture and significant upsets over teams like Texas. They debate the potential of teams like Duke and Murray State, diving into the strategic elements and challenges they'll face. Towards the end, they discuss logistics like game times and weather, showing how these factors might influence game outcomes. Betting odds and predictions from DraftKings are also mentioned, making this podcast episode a complete guide for college baseball enthusiasts who are looking for in-depth analysis, fun commentary, and accurate predictions for the Super Regionals. Don't miss this informative and engaging episode of the 11.7 Podcast, where humor and strategic insight create the perfect blend for a college baseball fanatic's listening pleasure! This episode is proudly sponsored by Home Field Apparel. Get your perfect summer baseball gear from homefieldapparel.com and use promo code CWS25 for a 15% discount. Don't miss this chance to grab your jerseys, hats, and pullovers for Omaha! 00:00 Welcome to the Super Regional Preview 02:38 Defending our Mid-Major Love 08:05 Preseason Mid-Major Power Rankings 12:43 Jack's Super Regional Picks 29:30 Miami vs. Louisville Showdown 44:22 Oregon State vs. Florida State Analysis 52:15 North Carolina vs. Arizona Debate 59:57 Auburn vs. Coastal Carolina Predictions 01:04:03 Coastal Carolina vs. Auburn Debate 01:09:05 UCLA vs. UTSA Analysis 01:16:37 Murray State's Path to Omaha runs through Duke in Durham 01:25:32 LSU vs. West Virginia Breakdown 01:30:56 Arkansas vs. Tennessee Showdown

Jack, Dimitri, and Ben recap all of the action and storylines from Regional play this weekend. Starting with Friday, moving to Saturday, then Sunday, and finally Monday's games. We also review our pre-regional picks and predictions Super Regional Picks and Predictions will be on our next episode!

Ben, Dimitri, Jack, and Noah make all 16 regional picks, Omaha 8 picks, and National Championship picks. 

Ben, Jack, Dimitri, and Noah each make their 10 accolades picks for the NCAA Tournament. Toughest Regional Easiest Regional Most confident 1 seed to not advance  Most confident 2 seed to advance Most confident 3 seed to advance Most confident 4 seed to advance Best Uniform Regional Most watched Regional on TV Highest Scoring Regional Best Pitching Regional

Player Awards (Mid Major Player of the Year, Pitcher of the Year, Coach of the Year AND P4 Player of the Year, Pitcher of the Year, Coach of the Year) Jack and Ben broadcast experience for ETSU vs Citadel on Saturday Then we pick all 26 college baseball conference tournaments. A wacky and wild episode where there is arguments and tension in the air. Enjoy!

Welcome to the last regular season weekend series! Weekend Series Pick'em to start the show Alabama vs Florida GT vs Duke Southern Miss vs Troy UNC vs Florida State Miami OH vs Ball State Fairfield vs Rider After that we preview Army vs Holy Cross (Patriot League Championship Series) Then we preview the Ivy League Tournament (Yale, Columbia, Penn, Harvard) Next we preview both Southland tournament brackets Lastly we do Mid Major Player of Year, Mid Major Pitcher of Year, Mid Major Coach of the Year Power 4: Player of Year, Pitcher of Year, Coach of Year