We Are Back (Our 8th Season Covering College Baseball)

In Episode 2 of Season 8, the 11.7 Podcast is back to discuss everything college baseball fans need to know. Host Ben introduces a slightly shorter episode due to the absence of co-host Jack DeLongchamps, who is under the weather. The episode kicks off with the announcement of a new partnership with Paradigm Player Development Solutions. This collaboration will bring extensive player analytics and MLB draft board insights to the podcast, facilitated by Tommy from Paradigm Sports. Host Dmitri previews some of the partnership's visual content, showcasing analytics and write-ups that will be part of the 11.7 draft board. Noah takes the floor to discuss a highly anticipated 208-page preseason magazine created by him and several other experts. This detailed, $20 publication offers write-ups on all Power Four conference teams, including projected lineups, pitching staffs, and player profiles. Finally, the hosts delve into sports betting, analyzing odds for winning the College World Series and simply making it to Omaha. They highlight value picks from teams like TCU and Santa Barbara. The episode also promotes the Weekend Series Pick and Survivor Contest sponsored by Home Field Apparel, encouraging listeners to participate for a season-long competition. The team also welcomes LaSalle and New Haven as new D1 programs. Tune in for an informative and engaging episode with detailed insights into the upcoming college baseball season, partnerships, and exciting content. 00:00 Welcome Back to the 11.7 Podcast 01:49 Announcing a New Partnership 05:00 Introducing the Preseason Magazine 06:35 Diving into the Magazine's Content 20:04 Preseason Betting Odds and Predictions 39:07 Top 16 Odds Discussion 40:01 Debating the Top Teams' Chances 43:39 Betting Strategies and Market Analysis 46:13 Long Shot Bets and Value Picks 01:00:46 Survivor Contest and Pick'em Details 01:07:28 New Teams and Upcoming Events

The first 20 minutes are kind of a shit show, but in a classic 11.7 kind of way. The whole crew is back, Dimitri, Ben, Noah, and Jack and there is some bad blood in the water here at 11.7 HQ.  After the 20 minute mark we discuss some graphics that we are posting this week where we have to build a pitching staff, outfield, and infield with an $11.70 budget.  Next we discuss our Hot Takes for the season, such as ____ team will make a super regional, ____ will be a Golden Spikes finalist, ______ will win more games than ____, and also some things we are excited about for this upcoming season.  Last we show off our new website, which includes a lot of World Baseball Classic content, blogs about college baseball, vegas odds, and our merch shop.  This was more of a Spring Training episode to get our podcast voices back in the swing of things.  UPCOMING SCHEDULE January 25th- Omaha Odds, Golden Spikes Odds, and other Vegas odds  February 1- We pick our Omaha 8, Golden Spikes Draft, preview Power 4 conferences February 8- Picking all 30 conference champions  February 12- Weekend Preview, Weekend Series Pick'em, and possibly a guest

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