Following a first round exit in the Atlantic League Playoffs, Kendrick Fruits takes a look at the year that was. From walk-off wins to dominant pitching performances, mammoth home runs to golden glove work, the inaugural season of Rockers Baseball was one for the ages.

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Season in Review

Heading into the final home game of the 2019 regular season, the Rockers' magic number sits at just 3. Kendrick Fruits and James Jackson talk about the week that was, including the dominant outings by Van Meter and Brownell, a bounce-back effort by Stem, and the lights-out bullpen. We are joined this week by Rockers pitching coach Frank Viola, who shares memories from his playing days and his thoughts on the pitching staff this season, as well as a preview of potential postseason starters. Following the interview, Kendrick recaps the playoff scenario, gives info on the final home game and ticket vouchers for playoffs.

Rockers Make Sweet Music with Viola

The High Point Rockers picked up an important win against the New Britain Bees behind a great start from Joe Van Meter. The Rockers went down to Texas for a three game series against The Sugar Land Skeeters. This sets up a big series when the Rockers return to High Point to host the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. Rocker Broadcaster Kevin McMahon recipes the Rocker week that was, while also breaking down the Atlantic League playoff picture. Rocker reliever Chase Huchingson joins the podcast to talk about the success he is having this season and his experience as a Rocker in their first season. Kevin returns to preview the upcoming series against Southern Maryland.

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The High Point Rockers Returned home fresh off a series win against The Lancaster Barnstormers. They faced the freedom division's first place team in The York Revolution. Great starting pitching and big offense have powered The Rockers to a series win against The Revolution. That's two series wins in a row for High Point Rockers. Join the High Point Rocker Broadcast team of Kendrick Fruits and Kevin McMahon as they recap the week that was for High Point, as well as take a look around the league as the post season continues get closer. Kendrick, Kevin, and James are joined by High Point Rockers Manager Jamie Keefe. Keefe talks about the team's season so far, the rockers hot streak they are on, and his favorite memory of the season so far. The Jamie Keefe interview is a can't a miss for all Rocker fans this week!

Keeping Up with Keefe

The High Point Rockers returned to High Point for a big series against the first-half champion Long Island Ducks. The Rockers won Friday night and The Ducks won Saturday night, which set up a huge game for the series on Sunday. Join The Rocker Broadcast team of Kendrick Fruits and Kevin McMahon as they recap another week of Rockers baseball. As the playoffs get closer they look at the standings and breakdown what it all means for The Rockers. They discuss the first battle that was had between The Ducks and The Rockers and how starting pitching played a big role. For this week's interview, Rocker Outfielder Jared Mitchell joins Kevin, Media Relations Coordinator James Jackson, and Intern John Furr for a very fun and interesting conversation. Jared talks about his time with The Rockers so far, some of his baseball memories, and he even answers some fan questions!

Meeting Mitchell

The High Point Rockers are in first place, and they are the hottest team in The Atlantic League. The Rockers have won 4 series in a row and 10 of their last 12 games. Join Rockers Broadcaster Kevin McMahon and Media Relations coordinator James Jackson as they breakdown the success The Rockers are having while taking on some of the best The Atlantic League has to offer. Rocker reliever Ryan Kelly joins Kevin, Kendrick, and James this week as he tells about his journey in baseball over thirteen years at the professional level. Lastly James and Kevin wrap up the episode with a preview of what is to come for The Rockers.

Rockers Red Hot

The High Point Rockers had a great week with 2 series wins in a row. The Rockers beat a very hot Southern Maryland Blue Crabs team and their Liberty division rival Long Island Ducks. A lot took place during the homestand, and on the Rocker's quick road trip to Long Island. One half of the High Point Rockers Broadcast team, Kendrick Fruits, is here to break down the week that was for High Point. NC native and Rockers Outfielder Richie Shaffer joins the podcast to talk baseball, Clemson Football, His Draft Day experience, Music, Brett Austin and so much more! Then the other half of the High Point Rockers Broadcast team Kevin McMahon previews the upcoming 6 game homestand for the High Point Rockers.

A Rocking Hot Streak!

It was a playoff like atmosphere with the defending Atlantic League Champion Sugar Land Skeeters in the house, Sugar Land won a very competitive series 3-1. High Point shifts their focus to another Freedom division team as they welcome The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs to BB&T Point for a 4 game series. Join High Point Rockers Media Relations Cordinator James Jackson and Rocker broadcast team Kendrick Fruits and Kevin McMahon as they recap the series against The Sugar Land Skeeters. McMahon and Fruits discuss the takeaways from the series, say thank you to Tyler Ladendorf who's contract was purchased this week, and talk about the great starts The Rockers pitching staff has had as of late. Starting pitcher Michael Bowden joins the podcast, enjoy as we learn more about Bowden and he talks about how baseball has taken him all around the world. Then of course James previews the upcoming series against The Blue Crabs.

Keep on Rocking, Thank You Tyler

The High Point Rockers returned home for a quick three game series after winning a series against the Barnstormers on the road. The Somerset Patriots picked up two out of three games against The Rockers in their weekend homestand back in High Point. Join High Point Rockers Media Relations Coordinator James Jackson and Rocker broadcast team Kendrick Fruits and Kevin McMahon as they breakdown and recap the week that was for the Rockers/Hushpuppies. The guys take a look at the standings, their thoughts on the new rules after seeing them first hand, and they preview what is up next for High Point. High Point goes back on the road but will be back soon and when they come back they will stay a while with an eight game homestand. Also Kevin, Kendrick, and James sit down with Myles Schroder as they discuss The Rocker's season so far, his versatility, west coast hip hop, and a little football talk as well.

High Point, I'm Home

The Atlantic League All Star break has just come to an end. The High Point Rockers have started the 2nd half of their season on the road against The York Revolution. York won the series 2-1, The Rockers continue their road trip against the Lancaster Barnstormers and will return to BB&T Point on July 19th for a three game series. An All Star game, Rule Changes, a great interview with all star Sam Runion this episode has a little bit of everything! Join one half of the High Point Rockers broadcast team Kevin McMahon as he breaks down the newest rule changes in the Atlantic League and celebrates the accomplishment of The Rockers having 7 All-Stars in their inaugural season. All Star Sam Runion joins Kendrick and Kevin to talk the All Star game, his great hair, baseball, music, and more!

The All Star Episode

The High Point Rockers finished their last homestand before the all star game with a winning record of 4-3. The Rockers provided a homestand full of fun, walk off wins, and dramatic baseball. Join The Rockers Broadcast team, Kevin McMahon and Kendrick Fruits as they provide a recap of the first half playoff race, a look back at the week that was for The Rockers that was full of Fourth of July festivities and big wins. Quincy Latimore joins the podcast to talk with James Jackson and Kevin. It is currently the all star break in the Atlantic League and the guys provide a full break down of all the Rockers who are on their way to York.

Finishing Strong

The High Point Rockers have just completed their longest road trip of the year. This stretch was highlighted by a 5 game win streak and a series win against the Freedom Division leading Sugar Land Skeeters. The Rockers return to High Point with the race for first in the Liberty Division coming down to the wire with the All Star game right around the corner.Join Rockers play-by-play man Kevin McMahon and Media Relations Coordinator James Jackson as they recap the road trip and preview the last week of the first half for the Rockers. The duo also highlight some individual accolades for various Rockers as well as discuss the success of the Rocker bullpen thus far.

Down to the Wire

The first half of the division continues to creep closer with each passing game and The High Point Rockers are in the playoff conversation with two weeks to go before the all star game. The Rockers are coming off of a home stand where they went on a five game win streak splitting the series against the Long Island Ducks and sweeping the Lancaster Barnstormers. The High Point Rockers are now in the midst of a 9 game road trip. Join Rockers Play by Play broadcaster Kevin McMahon as he recaps the week that was for The Rockers. He also takes a look at the standings and what it all means for High Point. Quincy Latimore is a Rocker again, and Frank Nigro joins the podcast to talk with Kevin and James after being the hero in game 2 of the series against Lancaster.

In The Hunt

The High Point Rockers are heating up again after picking up two wins straight against their Liberty Division rival, The Long Island Ducks. After splitting the series The Rockers are looking to keep their winning ways going as the 1st half approaches. Rockers play-by-play man Kevin McMahon and Media Relations Coordinator James Jackson, discuss High Point Rockers status at this point in the season, recap the first series of the home stand against The Ducks, Preview the series against The Lancaster Barnstormers, also Kevin and James are joined by First Base Coach Billy Horn who provides a behind the scenes look of every day life on the Rockers coaching staff.

Heating up!

As the High Point Rockers enter the month of June they find themselves in a heated race in the Liberty Division. With the conclusion of the first have a few short weeks away, it's going to be a tight one for the first playoff spot in the Atlantic League.Rockers play-by-play man Kevin McMahon and Media Relations Coordinator James Jackson recap the last week in Rockers baseball including the departure of Dante Bichette, Jr. The two also chat with High Point infielder Giovanny Alfonzo as he discusses his upward trend and his role as clubhouse DJ.Don't forget to follow the team on Instagram (@highpointrockers), Twitter (@RockersBaseball) and Facebook (@HighPointBaseball). You can follow every home game right here on Public House Media or slide to HighPointRockers.com to learn more!

Hey, June. Farewell, DBJ

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