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The Black Baseball Mixtape
by Black Baseball Mixtape
Black baseball insight through the lens of a hip-hop culture enthusiast.
Episodes
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The Brewers Win the NL Pennant!
For the first time in 44 years, the Milwaukee Brewers are going to the World Series. They are the first team in MLB history to be swept out of the NLCS the previous year and come back to sweep the same team the following year. The Brewers were down 4-0 after Shohei Ohtani hit his first home run…
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The Dodgers are Cooked
Brewers star Jackson Chourio hit the first pitch of the Game 3 over the right field wall. That should have been a sign for 2026 Dodgers fans that this ain’t the same Brewers of years past. Nonetheless, the Dodgers, particularly starting pitcher Blake Snell, settled down and actually got into a...
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Put the Word Out: The Rays are Back Up.
It happens to everyone, and last night it happened to future Hall of Famer José Ramírez: a choppy ground ball went right through his legs. A costly error led directly to one run, and on the next play, another two runs off Liam Hicks. Thanks to a rough defensive inning from Ramírez, the Rays…
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The Dodgers Might be Cooked
Time and time again, when the Dodgers need a big win, they turn to Yoshinobu Yamamoto. They did that last night, and it did not work. Yamamoto, the Dodgers’ best postseason pitcher, only lasted 2.2 IP. The Brewers scored runs in the 1st, 3rd, 5th, 6th, and 8th. The Dodgers also used eight…
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The Brewers Seize Game 1 of the NLCS
The Milwaukee Brewers deeply believe they can win close games. Last night, on one of the biggest stages in all of the baseball, Game 1 of the NLCS, the Brewers used their ingrained confidence and timely hitting from Brice Turang and 21-year-old Luis Lara to defeat the defending champion Dodgers…
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Cleveland Comes Back from 0-2 to Advance
Cleveland is once again Believe-land. They are only the 11th team out of over 90 (I think 94) to come back from 0-2 in a best-of-5 Divisional series to advance to the ALCS. They completed the task behind an outstanding pitching night - led by Ace Gavin Williams, and a very strong bullpen. The…
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The Guardians Force Game 5 in Cleveland
After three hours and thirty-nine minutes, and a whopping 15 pitching changes between the White Sox and Guardians, we are heading to a game 5 on Saturday night in Cleveland. The Guardians scored 6 runs in the top of the 6th inning. Angel Martínez scored on a pitch that hit him, stole second, and...
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The Brewers, Dodgers, and Rays Advance
I’m going to take this morning recap in whole, rather than breaking down each game, simply because I’m excited about what I’m seeing overall: the best teams are winning. The Brewers have been the best team in the NL all season. They are moving on in the NLCS to take on the second-best team in the...
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The Braves Take Charge, the Padres Hold at Home
Behind a brilliant performance from Yamamoto: 7 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 10 Ks, the Dodgers take a commanding 3-1 lead in Atlanta. It was Kike postseason magic again for LA. His homer in the 4th really propelled the Champs to the victory. In Southern California, the Padres held on to defeat the Brewers…
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The Sox & Rays Take a Commanding ALDS Lead
Are the Chicago White Sox the 2026 MLB team of destiny? It certainly feels that way after they took a commanding 2-0 series lead by winning Game 2 in Cleveland 4-3. After Cleveland took a 2-0 lead early, Murakami started the Sox comeback with an RBI single in the 4th. The rookie, BBM favorite,...
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The Brew Crew is Up 2, the Braves Even the Series in LA
The NL took the spotlight last night and delivered two really good playoff games. Milwaukee now leads San Diego 2-0, and both games could have gone either way—truly two heartbreaking losses for the Padres. Game 2 came down to star reliever Mason Miller vs. phenom hitter Jackson Chourio, and the...
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Game 1 of the MLB Divisional Series did not Disappoint
The MLB Divisional Series did not disappoint last night. The vibes were high, and the drama was high, especially in Milwaukee. After Jackson Chourio tied the game with at 2-run homer in the 3rd, the Brewers took the lead for good following a William Contreras homer in the 7th. The game came down…
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Mo'ne Davis is a WPBL Champion...And she on today's Finish Your Breakfast
Today is a special episode of Finish Your Breakfast. Our good friend Mo’ne Davis joins us to talk about winning the first-ever WPBL championship. The LA Queens, managed by Eric Young Sr., defeated the SF Firebells, 2-0, in a winner-take-all game last week. The Queens got a complete-game shutout…
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The Braves Move On! The MLB Divisional Rounds are Set.
There is nothing better in baseball than a winner-take-all playoff game. And last night at Truist Park in Atlanta, the home Braves’ fans were treated to an unbelievable performance. They defeated their NL East rivals, the Philadelphia Phillies, 6-2 and will move on to play the Dodgers in the...
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The White Sox, Yankees, and Padres Move On!
We have three teams moving on to the divisional round — congrats to the White Sox, Yankees, and Padres, and one epic showdown left between the Braves and the Phillies. Bryce Harper went from fall guy to hero in the matter of moments. His misplay on Drake Baldwin’s fly ball in left field gave the...
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The MLB Playoffs are back, and so is Finish Your Breakfast
Finish Your Breakfast: 9.30.2026 - We’ve waited out 162 regular-season games, but we are now here: It’s Playoff Time, Baby! And we’re back from now until the last pitch of the World Series with your recap of games and news you can use. This year, Finish Your Baseball will be even more personal.…
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SF Giants #8 Prospect Dakota Jordan Stops by the Mixtape
Giants prospect Dakota Jordan stops by the Black Baseball Mixtape to share his journey through baseball. Hosted by Cheats Location: CarMax Park
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And Then There Were None: Dana Brown is Out as General Manager in Houston
Dana Brown, the only African-American General Manager in baseball, was fired by the Astros. Kwanza Jones is the first (and only) African-American woman owner of an MLB franchise. Does this make you want to buy Padres gear? And the podcast crew held a tribunal on the Black-on-Black crime: Tommy…
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Remembering Butch Huskey
Back in April of 2025, I got my first and only opportunity to meet and interview Butch Huskey. Mr. Huskey was in New York for the Players Alliance Legendary Weekend. The brief interview took place at the Bronx Children’s Museum, where the museum was launching an exhibit that featured Mets and...
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Former AL MVP Mo Vaughn is Answering the Call For More Black Baseball Coaches
Mo Vaughn has never been a small man. He stands 6-1 and, in the height of his playing days, weighed around 225 lbs., mostly muscle. He hit towering home runs and was very light on his feet for a man of his stature. My guess is that if you saw the former 3X All-Star and 1995 AL MVP approaching you...
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Is Perfect Game Too Big to Fail? [PG's Kash Shaikh Visits the Mixtape]
I’ve spoken to Kash Shaikh before. Kash’s mission-driven attitude is infectious, and his enthusiasm is contagious. You may remember him from his two previous appearances on the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast. In both episodes, Kash talked about his role as founder and CEO of Baseball United. This...
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CJ Abrams Stock, Baez's Historic Debut, Is Lombard the new Jeter?
On this episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, Cheats, Flobo, and April talk about the future of Black Nats All-Star CJ Abrams. Will moving to second base be the end of him in Chocolate City? Also, would you want Joshua Baez' historic debut? Flobo takes on Banana Ball in Denver. Cheats…
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Tim Anderson (TA7) Says Goodbye to the Game (And we have a lot of Thoughts)
Breaking news: Tim Anderson AKA TA7, is saying goodbye to the game. The two-time All-Star, AL Batting Champion, and Silver Slugger leaves a legacy that cannot be denied by anyone who saw him play in his prime. The crew (Cheats, Flobo, April, and Malik) are joined by Guru Earnest Horton of Black...
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A's Prospect KJ White and his Father Coach Kelsey White Sr. Discuss their Journey from HBCU to the Pros
On this very special episode of the Black Baseball Mixtape podcast, Cheats visits with A's signee KJ White Jr. and his father, Coach Kelcey White Sr. The White family shares their journey from KJ's days as a youth player, to KJ playing for his father at the powerhouse Westlake High, to starring…
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Breaking Down the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline
Cheats and Flobo break down the 2026 MLB trade deadline. Who are the winners, and who are the losers? Did the Rays, Phillies, and Yankees do enough to win the World Series? Should Nationals and O's fans be happy or sad? Are the Dodgers the most unlikable team in MLB? All of that and a closing...
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The Future of the Red Sox is Bright, and it also may be Black
Whether you love them or hate them, the Boston Red Sox are the talk of MLB. Between their slow start and now their 15-game winning streak, people don't really know what to make of the BoSox. In full disclosure, I am not a Red Sox fan. I'm an O's fan, and the Sox are in the AL East, so that is…
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The Reds Can Make Unprecedented Baseball History
The Cincinnati Reds have the chance to make unprecedented MLB history. Hunter Greene and Chase Burns have the arm talent to be the first “Black Ace” teammate duo since integration. Greene is under contract with the Reds until 2030, and Burns until 2033. The sky is the limit for this duo. TRIVIA:...
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Finish Your Breakfast, America!
Happy 4th of July! FYB: Better late than never, right? Daylen Lile had a huge game for the Nats, Money Mike came through for the Braves, Teoscar delivered the dagger, and the Cards took the Cubs' lunch money in their own back yard. Please stay safe, stay cool, and stay hydrated this holiday.
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Finish Your Breakfast: 7.3.3026
The Dodgers went full One Piece on their theme night, and Mookie Betts delivered. Caminero’s streak ended at six, but Mullins continued at three. Jordan Walker and Chase Burns continue to make their case for All-Star selection, and I got my Cardinals Black Heritage jersey…Let’s go!
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Finish Your Breakfast: 7.2.2026
Happy Thursday Mixtape Family! The Cubs have won five in a row, Junior Caminero has hit six in a row, and the Yankees have lost seven in a row. Also, can we talk about the Black Nats taking on the green monster last night? Let’s do what we do every day, let’s finish our breakfast together.
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Finish Your Breakfast: 7.1.2026 (Happy Bobby Bonilla Day)
It’s July 1st AKA Bobby Bonilla Day in MLB! On this episode of FYB: Doc Roberts is the fastest manager in MLB history to 1K, Junior Caminero is the first player in the HR Derby (Yordan Alverez SHOULD be next), and we offer our sincere condolences to friend of the Mixtape Hall of Fame Coach Roger...
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.30.2026
Happy Tuesday! Last night, we had a Black Baseball Mixtape Instant Classic between the Twins and Astros: Cam Smith hit 2 home runs, Taylor Trammell hit his 100th career home run, Josh Bell hit a home run, and so did Royce Lewis. It was five home runs from four different players with...
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BBM Live Podcast: MLB Playoff Picture, Mid-Season Buyers and Sellers, and the real star on Team DR
Cheats, Flobo, April, and Lewis Brinson talk about the MLB playoff picture. Are the Rays and the A's good for baseball? Which player would you want from Team DR? The Black Baseball Mixtape is in partnership with the Players Alliance, Minority Prospects, and NumbersGame Scorecards. Please use the...
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.29.2026 (White Sox Surprise)
Are you surprised by the rapid rise of the White Sox? I think you have to be. If the MLB playoffs started today, the Sox would be the second seed in the American League. There is a long way to go before the playoffs, but this morning we took a look at the playoff picture.
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.27.2026 [Walker or Wood]
For the next five (5) years, who would you rather have on your team: Jordan Walker (Cardinals) or James Wood (Nats)? THEY ARE BOTH STARS - no shade to either player, just fun baseball debate. Let me know in the comments. Also, Derek Hill may have made the web gem of the season! All of that and…
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.26.2026
Happy Friday! We’re wrapping up a busy week here at the Mixtape. Please check out our first article in the news series “All About the Money,” written by @buttamane.baseball - Are you paying attention to the MLB Combine? Are you paying attention to the Nats bullpen? Did you see Tyler Tolbert on…
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.25.2026
First and foremost, please allow me to start this episode of FYB by honestly and truthfully congratulating the Mets for a successful Black Legacy Night. The Mixtape was not in the building last night, but I believe the crew will be there in the future. Our mission is to share the intersection of...
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.24.2026
Friends of the @blackbaseballmixtape are showing out all over MLB. Khalil Watson hit his first MLB home run, Nasim Nuñez is the first MLB player to 30 stolen bases, and even my guy Chuckie Robinson is back in the BIGS with the Dodgers. Cam Smith and Taylor Trammell went Black-to-Black for the...
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OU's National Championship is a Win for Baseball Diversity
I went over the 3-minute IG time limit because I think this message is important and encouraging. Last night’s OU victory was not just a win for Sooner Nation; it was a win for diversity in college baseball - more so, a win for diversity programs in baseball. @mlbdevelops @mbptakeover @astros_ya...
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.22.2026
One game will determine it all for the college baseball championship. Who you got: UNC or Oklahoma?
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.16.2026
I feel like I owe Oklahoma baseball an apology. They won the Atlanta regional, beating GA Tech. They swept the Super Regional, beating Kansas on their way to Omaha. OU has several African American players on their team, and two in the everyday starting nine, and yet I have not talked about them...
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.15.2026
Finish Your Breakfast: 6.15.2026 - World Cup fans invade Fenway (didn’t help the Red Sox), Sir Lewis Hamilton gets a win, the Knicks are NBA Champions, and James Wood keeps hitting homers. Let’s go!
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Finish Your Breakfast with the NBA World Champion New York Knicks!
The New York Knicks are NBA Champions! And some baseball - but mostly the NEW YORK KNICKS NBA CHAMPIONS! Finish Your Breakfast 6.14.2026
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.13.2026
So many highlights, so little time (IG limits reel sharing to 3 minutes): So, big CWS win for WVU. I’ve mentioned this before, but WVU baseball has a recent history of diverse rosters, including several African American players on their teams; S/O to my guy @ttuck_5 for putting me on this game....
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.12.2026
Happy Friday! Who’s ready? World Cup, College World Series, and of course, MLB baseball action. Finish Your Breakfast.
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Finish Your....I Can't Talk or Type: Knicks in 5!!!!
There are a lot of Black baseball highlights to review this morning, BUT who are we kidding? Last night was all about the Knicks and their epic - historic - comeback victory in the Garden. I’m not going to lie, I was depressed by the third quarter. I was in my Knicks group chat not just talking...
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.10.2026 [AUSL Opening Day]
There is a lot to talk about this morning: AUSL Opening Day was last night, and I want to know if you are following the nascent softball league. Let me know in the comments: Are you following the AUSL? Which teams and which players? Some of the most exciting players within the entire softball...
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.9.2026 [The Knicks Winning Streak is Over]
FYB: Tuesday, June 9th: The field for Omaha is set, the Samad Taylor game, the Black Nats with late-inning heroics, and the Knicks’ winning streak is over - I’ll give you one guess who I am blaming.
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.8.2026 [Three More Tickets Punched to Omaha]
Happy Monday! Three more teams punched their tickets to Omaha: UNC, Georgia, and Texas. Only two slots remain for the College World Series, and the decision will be made tonight. Is it too early to start really talking about the MLB All-Star Game? Nope, it’s not. Voting is underway, and I’m…
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Finish Your Breakfast: 6.7.2026 [Troy, Mississippi, & WVU are Omaha Bound]
Sunday, June 7, 2026: Baseball is on fire right now, and Black baseball fans should be excited. Three college baseball teams have already punched their tickets to Omaha, and, forgive WVU, I was not this familiar with your game. @tyrus.hall @mani.ftn & @seansmithll are putting on a show worth the...
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