CBA Baseball's Formula for Success: From Travel Ball to the Big Leagues
In this episode, Matt sits down with Jon Paino, longtime coach, teacher, and one of the architects behind CBA Baseball. From starting the program in honor of pioneer Mike Spears, to shaping a culture ...
27 Aug 202554min
One Last Shot At MLB: Anthony Banda's Journey to The World Series
What does it really take to make it in the big leagues and stay there? In this emotional and eye-opening episode, LA Dodgers pitcher and World Series Champion Anthony Banda shares his raw, unfiltered ...
20 Aug 20251h 30min
More Than Travel Ball: Michael Garciaparra's Blueprint for College & Pro Baseball Development
Discover the truth about player development with Michael Garciaparra: former first-round pick, pro scout for the St. Louis Cardinals, and founder of GBG, a college and pro development powerhouse. Subs...
13 Aug 20251h 12min
Navigating Youth Travel Baseball in 2025 - Truths You Need To Hear
Parents and players, STOP stressing about the travel baseball grind! In this powerful episode, Matt sits down with four insiders: Craig Holman, Andy Burress, Jeff Petty, and Matthew Maniscalco to reve...
6 Aug 202550min
Baseball Parents Ask… I Answer: Honest Advice on Development, Recruiting & the Draft
Struggling to make sense of travel ball, recruiting, and what actually matters? This episode is your guide. Subscribe for weekly real-talk. What You'll Learn: How to evaluate costly academies and pr...
23 Jul 202545min
Travel Ball With a Purpose: How Excel Baseball Academy Does It Different
In this episode of Most Valuable Agent, Matt Hannaford sits down with former pro player and Excel Baseball co-founder Matthew Maniscalso to talk all things youth baseball. From how to choose a travel ...
16 Jul 20251h 3min
Inside the MLB Combine: What Scouts Really Look For with Trevor Haley
Ever wonder what scouts actually think during the MLB Draft Combine? Former MLB scout Trevor Haley reveals insider perspectives that could change how families, players, and advisors approach the draft...
9 Jul 202557min
450 MLB Draft Picks: Inside the Canes Baseball Dynasty
Have you ever faced that crossroads—losing your competitive edge but gaining a higher calling in the game you love? In this episode, Jeff Petty shares how an average college player found purpose as a ...
2 Jul 20251h 1min
