Pat Cantwell is a Major League Bullpen catcher and coach for the 2023 World Series winning Texas Rangers. He is a former Stony Brook catcher who helped lead one of college baseball’s greatest Cinderella runs to the 2012 College World Series.
00:00 Introduction to Training Dynamics
07:53 The Competitive Edge in Training
13:50 The Journey to Catching
19:48 Leadership and Team Dynamics
25:39 Early Experiences at Stony Brook
31:42 Physical Changes and Prioritizing Baseball
37:51 The Love for the Game
46:05 The Journey to Redemption
55:17 The Road to the College World Series
01:01:43 Celebrating the Journey
01:11:48 The Impact of Fan Support
01:20:24 Navigating the Challenges of Pro Ball
01:25:52 Learning to Cope with Losses
01:38:16 The Importance of Personal Happiness
01:46:38 The Journey Through Minor League Baseball
01:56:39 The Unexpected End: Transitioning to a New Role
02:03:31 Navigating New Opportunities: The Call from the Rangers
02:15:49 Lessons from the Big Leagues: Preparation and Mindset
02:22:33 Time Management and Preparation
02:28:51 Finding Personal Routines
02:35:35 Pressure in Preparation
02:43:40 The Nuance of Coaching
02:50:12 Facilitating Player Development
02:55:58 Timing in Coaching Conversations
03:04:25 Podcast Outro
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