Ep. 68: From the Diamond to the Duck Blind: A Conversation with Hunter Strickland

Join hosts Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard on this exciting episode of Save it for the Blind as they sit down with MLB pitcher and passionate outdoorsman Hunter Strickland. Dive into a lively discussion covering Hunter's journey from a small-town boy to a professional baseball player and his adventures co-founding AVES. Discover the unique connection between baseball players and duck hunting, and hear Hunter's take on his most memorable moments on and off the field. Get insights into Hunter's experience playing for different teams and cities, the challenges he faced as a pro athlete, and the preparation that high school and the minor leagues provided. Listen to his thoughts on youth sports and the importance of playing multiple sports, as well as advice for aspiring young athletes. Plus, enjoy some funny and unusual stories from his time in the league, and find out why the baseball offseason is the perfect time for hunting. Hunter also shares his opinion on the best and worst stadiums to play in and answers the tough question: if he could only pursue one animal for the rest of his life, what would it be? Tune in for an entertaining and insightful conversation that blends the worlds of baseball and the great outdoors.