To the Majors

Hosted by MLB veterans Cody Allen and Kevin Pillar spotlighting players' journeys TO THE MAJORS—from the biggest stars to underrated utility players, each interview traces their path from earliest days in the game to playing at the highest level.A Tidal League Original.

To the Majors is a sports podcast hosted by Tidal League, with 19 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Mark McLemore | Cal Ripken, Ichiro & the Greatest Mariners Team Ever

  Sep 8, 20262h 48m

  The crew welcomes a true baseball legend for an unforgettable conversation spanning a remarkable MLB career. He reflects on the defining “911 moment,” his upbringing, finding himself in the right place at the right time, and the players who inspired his game. The conversation dives into working with Joe Maddon, getting called up, and the moment he truly established himself in the majors. He shares stories about Jim Abbott, Cal Ripken, Reggie Jackson, and a memorable fight with Eck. The episode also covers the 1994 MLB lockout, Ichiro’s arrival, the legendary 2001 Mariners playoff run, media and coaching, and finishes with Starting 9 and quick hitters.

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  Torii Hunter | Robbing Barry Bonds, Trout or Buxton, Kirby Puckett's influence and more

  Aug 25, 20263 hour

  The crew welcomes Torii Hunter for an incredible conversation spanning his journey from prospect to one of baseball’s most respected veterans. Torii revisits robbing Barry Bonds, representing Team USA, overcoming failure, and grinding through the Twins’ minor league system. He shares lessons from Kirby Puckett and Dave Winfield, battling the Moneyball A’s, and eventually leaving Minnesota. The conversation covers playing alongside Mike Trout, chasing a World Series, joining Detroit, and witnessing Miguel Cabrera’s greatness firsthand. Torii also reflects on his 300th home run, Yankee Stadium versus Fenway, David Ortiz’s clutch moments, returning to Minnesota, Verlander versus Santana, and Mike Trout’s legacy.

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  Ryon Healy | The A's Did Him Dirty, First Hit a Home Run & Playing in Korea

  Aug 18, 20263h 21m

  The crew welcomes Ryon Healy to the show for a candid conversation about accountability, perseverance, and the unpredictable journey of professional baseball. Ryon reflects on his father’s influence, life-changing moments, choosing Oregon, and using recruiting rankings as motivation. He shares the grind of the minors, learning from Jim Thome, and the unforgettable moment his first MLB hit left the yard. The conversation covers the influence of Ron Washington and Stephen Vogt, being traded to Seattle, battling health issues and injuries, and moving between organizations. Ryon also remembers James Paxton’s no-hitter, his experience playing in Korea, and ultimately deciding when it was time to walk away.

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  Matt Carpenter | Pujols or Judge, St Louis culture is INSANE and his CRAZY year with the Yankees

  Aug 6, 20263h 11m

  The crew welcomes Matt Carpenter for an incredible conversation about resilience, competition, and a remarkable major league career. Matt reflects on getting the best of Clayton Kershaw, winning a national championship, and the lessons learned from youth baseball and the minor leagues. He shares stories from Draft Day, earning his first spring training invite, and the moment he received his first call-up. The conversation covers competing against stars like Albert Pujolsand Aaron Judge, his All-Star seasons, the 2013 World Series, signing an extension, reviving his career, time with the Yankees, remembering Oscar Taveras, and the journey that brought his playing career to a close.

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  Hunter Dozier | The Royals Dynasty, Crazy Winter Ball in Mexico & Losing His Swing

  Jul 22, 20262h 25m

  The crew welcomes Hunter Dozier to the show, starting with the unforgettable walk-off home run that helped define his career. Hunter reflects on growing up in Denton, choosing baseball over other sports, and navigating the recruiting process before diving into the mindset of working harder than everyone else while avoiding burnout. He shares stories from Draft Day, learning from the 2015 World Series champion Kansas City Royals, and getting the call to the majors. The conversation covers adversity, a wild trip to Mexico, memorable “welcome to the majors” moments, the COVID season, signing an extension, mentoring Bobby Witt Jr., and the emotional experience of being designated for assignment.

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