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GET IN THE GAME PODCAST: Mike Matheny - Former MLB Player & Manager

Former MLB player/manager Mike Matheny joins the "Get in the Game" podcast to talk about leadership and trusting God in triumphs and tragedy.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. knows 'Christ is everything' amid strong season, trade rumors

Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. just made his 4th All-Star Game appearance, but finds himself among MLB trade rumors.

'Truly one of a kind': Full Count Ministries uses baseball to share Gospel locally & abroad

Full Count Ministries uses baseball to share the Gospel. “We’re very serious about baseball, but even more serious about discipling."

FSU's James Tibbs knows 'God is good' as San Francisco Giants draft him No. 13 overall

As James Tibbs begins in pro baseball journey with the Giants, the former FSU star seeks to give glory to God in the good and the bad times.

32-year-old rookie Cam Booser 'thanking God' as winding journey leads to Red Sox

"Through God's grace," Cam Booser, a 32-year-old rookie relief pitcher, overcame substance abuse and injuries to reach the major leagues.

GET IN THE GAME PODCAST: Troy Silva - Former Pro Baseball Player

Former pro baseball player Troy Silva joins the "Get in the Game" podcast to talk about telling the truth about Jesus through baseball.

Mariners pitching ace, 'Follower of Christ' Logan Gilbert thrilled with 1st All-Star nod

Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert surprised his parents — who he says "really led me to Christ" — after getting his 1st All-Star nod.

Minor leaguer Wes Clarke gets baptized by his teammate on the field: 'Thank you Jesus'

Wes Clarke, a player for the Brewers' Triple-A affiliate, was baptized on the field by teammate Brewer Hicklen after Saturday's game.

'Child of God' Drew Beam pitches for Tennessee & his sister at College World Series

In the finals of the College World Series, Tennessee pitcher Drew Beam seeks to be a light for God and for his sister, Carlee, who has SMA.

'Christian believer' Scott Forbes ready for 1st College World Series as UNC head coach

UNC is back in the College World Series, but for the first time under coach Scott Forbes. "My faith in Christ impacts everything I do."

Texas A&M pitcher Chris Cortez playing for the Lord: 'Pitching is not my identity'

Texas A&M reliever Chris Cortez played a key role in helping the Aggies advance to the College World Series. "Pitching is not my identity."

Coach Nick Mingione leads Kentucky to 1st College World Series: 'Only God can make this up'

After head coach Nick Mingione helped lead Kentucky to its first-ever College World Series, he said, "I give Him all the honor and glory."

SS PODCAST: Adam LaRoche on combatting human trafficking, partnering with Water Mission

The former MLB player talks about combatting human trafficking, and clean water initiatives with Water Mission.

New York Mets retire Darryl Strawberry's No. 18: 'I'd like to give honor to God'

N.Y. Mets slugger Darryl Strawberry had his No. 18 retired Saturday. "The greatest gift I've ever received was accepting the Lord in my life."

Astros pitcher Lance McCullers nears return from injury, seeks to be 'a man of Christ'

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers tries to "live my life through Christ" as his return from an elbow injury approaches.

Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson dazzles on the diamond, rests in the 'love of Christ'

SS Gunnar Henderson continues to trust in Jesus while quickly becoming the face of the Baltimore Orioles. "I’ll just put my faith in Him."

WATCH: 'I ONCE WAS' - MLB Wife & Mom Leslee Holliday

MLB wife Leslee Holliday made some regretful decisions, but God spoke to her through a song, and she's been on a journey with Him ever since.

Sam Houston's Rome Shubert to play home finale exactly 6 years after surviving school shooting

On May 18, 2018, Rome Shubert was shot in the head. On May 18, 2024, he will be celebrated on Senior Day as a pitcher at Sam Houston State.

Yankees closer Clay Holmes finding freedom as 'living sacrifice' for the Lord

Yankees closer Clay Holmes has not allowed an earned run this season. "I just want to experience God working His power in my life."

SS PODCAST: Former MLB pitcher David Hess on cancer, overcoming fear, God's faithfulness

The former MLB pitcher shares about his ongoing battle with cancer and overcoming fear with God's faithfulness.

GET IN THE GAME PODCAST: Billie Jauss - Author & Speaker

Author and speaker Billie Jauss joins the "Get in the Game" podcast to talk about her latest book, "The Baseball Family."