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The Top Step with Ryan Rowland-Smith

By Ryan Rowland-Smith

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Apr 15, 202422:59
Brandon Morrow and Eric O'Flaharty join The Top Step

Brandon Morrow and Eric O'Flaharty join The Top Step

Ryan Rowland-Smith sits down with his former #Mariners teammates Brandon Morrrow to talk Felix Hernadez, Rookie treatment and epic stories.!

Apr 11, 202419:37
Felix Hernandez joins The Top Step

Felix Hernandez joins The Top Step

Mariners Hall of Famer Felix Hernandez joins Ryan on top of the Dugout leading into the 2024 Season. #mariners #TheTopStep #MLB #FelixHernadez

Apr 10, 202416:32
Welcome to The Top Step, episode #1 features Felix Hernandez!
Apr 06, 202424:01
BIG NEWS for my Top Step subscribers...

BIG NEWS for my Top Step subscribers...

I have some exciting news. I wanted to share with my current subscribers first.

Take a listen...

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Mar 25, 202404:39
Luis Castillo V's Gerrit Cole for Cy Young and 10 Games left out west!
Sep 22, 202324:16
Ohtani v's Trout, which one would be a better fit for the 2024 Mariners? and more Kirby reaction
Sep 12, 202327:07
The bigger issue with Ohtani, and Cal Raleigh needs to strikeout more!
Sep 07, 202354:50
Grant Balfour returns to The Top Step
Aug 23, 202334:38
The Mariners are surging, Yankees are purging, and what I have learnt about M's prospect Sir Harry Ford

The Mariners are surging, Yankees are purging, and what I have learnt about M's prospect Sir Harry Ford

We are back!

Excited to be back on the Top Step, We have a great show, taling about the Mariners surging post Tradeline, I give my thoughts on why, the Yankees former Minor leaguers spill the beans on how theyre teaching their kids, I give my thoughts on that PLUS, I got a chance to spend a day with Harry Ford at my NxtGen Baseball Camp, I go on a positive rant as to why I love thids kid!

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Enjoy Mates!

RRS

Aug 18, 202333:05
Mariners trade deadline predictions, plus Julio v's Griffey, who started their career better?
Jul 24, 202344:59
What will it take for your team to land Ohtani?
Jul 13, 202332:40
The Mariners so far, the good the bad the ugly: Mariners Monday Edition.
Jul 03, 202341:56
Perfect games and jumping castles

Perfect games and jumping castles

MLB Players Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith are BACK!

In this episode, the fellas dive into Domingo German's perfect game, The All-Star game is eight days away, and Grant takes us back to his 2001 All-Star game experience as an up-and-comer, Aussie word of the day, Perfect game mishaps and more!

Manscaped proudly sponsors this episode. Go to www.manscaped.com and enter the code TTS at check out for 20% off and free shipping!

Enjoy mates!

Jun 30, 202345:32
George Kirby, the good the bad and the M's witha 15.4% chance of the playoffs? Mariners Monday edition!

George Kirby, the good the bad and the M's witha 15.4% chance of the playoffs? Mariners Monday edition!

The Top Step is Back!

We were gone for a few weeks and now we are back with our new official sponsor Manscape.com!

We get into the Mariners at the Midway point, George Kirby's struggles against Lefties, Teoscar Hernandez is on fire and more!

So guys, if you love this show and want to support it please go to Manscape.com and enter the code TTS at Checkout, not only do you get 20% off, you massively support our show so we can continue creating even better episodes, guests, etc!

The more people who enter the code, the easier it is to create episodes (We'll explain later)!

Let us know if you used the code and I will give you a shoutout on the show!

Click subscribe and enjoy mates!

Jun 26, 202329:41
Mariners Monday; Luis Castillo and what vertical approach angle is all about.

Mariners Monday; Luis Castillo and what vertical approach angle is all about.

Former MLB Pitcher and current Baseball analyst Ryan Rowland-Smith recaps the Mariners week and breakdown Luis Castillo's fastball and explains 'vertical approach angle' in this Mariners edition of The Top Step.

Grant Balfour will new back later in the week!

PLEASE subscribe and spread the word with your fellow M's fans! We appreciate the TTS Family spreading the word!

Enjoy mates!

May 30, 202324:45
Tina Turner the Aussie Icon and Marcus Stroman calls out the "Soft Met"
May 26, 202344:40
“All the little things” Jose Caballero is a stud!; Mariners Monday Edition

“All the little things” Jose Caballero is a stud!; Mariners Monday Edition

Welcome back to another Mariners weekly recap. Former Mariner Ryan Rowland-Smith breaks down Jose Caballero’s comment about why the little things he does in the minor leagues don’t get noticed like they do here. 

We talk about what it meant for Cal Raleigh to have a massive night infant of his idol. What’s really going on with Luis Castillo and more! 


If you haven’t already please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your mates! 

Enjoy this episode of The Top Step. 

May 22, 202328:13
Can Matt Brash take on this workload? RRS's Mothers Day stories and more! Mariners Monday Edition.

Can Matt Brash take on this workload? RRS's Mothers Day stories and more! Mariners Monday Edition.

Former Mariners and current Baseball Analyst Ryan Rowland-Smith answer the question, is it too early to know who or what this team is? Matt Brash workload concerns, the two different versions of Bryce Miller, Mothers Day stories, shout-outs, and more! 

MLB All-Star and fellow Aussie Grant Balfour joins the show every Thursday for some good fun and the game is broken down by former players with Aussie accents! 

Make sure you subscribe and tell your mates! Enjoy! 

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May 15, 202332:58
The scout who signed Julio! Tim Kissner joins me on The Top Step

The scout who signed Julio! Tim Kissner joins me on The Top Step

Long time International scouting director and the man responsible for bringing a young Julio Rodriguez to the Seattle Mariners organization, Tim Kissner joins the show! 

Tim tells the epic JROD signing story, the first time he saw him play, that hour long conversation that sealed the deal, and what it is really like to be an international scouting director, draft day, and more.

Make sure you subscribe and tell your mates! 

And enjoy this episode as Tim Kissner joins me on The Top Step! 

May 11, 202301:09:28
What makes Bryce Millers Fastball ELITE and why we need to pay more attention to the Rangers; Mariners Monday edition.

What makes Bryce Millers Fastball ELITE and why we need to pay more attention to the Rangers; Mariners Monday edition.

Former Mariner Ryan Rowland-Smith recaps the Mariners week, the good, the bad; we preview the Rangers series, Are they, the team we need to focus on instead of the Astros?

I take a deep dive into Bryce Millers' elite fastball, answer your questions, my breakdown of the Mariners City connect uni's, and more!

If you haven't already, please SUBSCRIBE.

We do a Mariner's episode and then our regular show with MLB All-Star Grant Balfour later in the week!

Tell you, mates! Go check us out on YouTube!

Enjoy!

May 08, 202350:18
Will the Rays beat the Mariners 116 W record? Is Wander Franco too slick? Is Bryce Harper back too soon?

Will the Rays beat the Mariners 116 W record? Is Wander Franco too slick? Is Bryce Harper back too soon?

Aussie MLB Players Ryan Rowland-Smith and Grand Balfour dive into all the talk around Baseball this week. From the Rays 130 win pace, will they have enough to beat the Mariner’s 2001 record of 116 wins what will it take? 

Bryce Harper is back in under six months. This is so impressive, but is it too fast? Grant Balfour has been through major arm injuries and gives his take, PLUS Wander Franco’s viral play. Does it make you vomit or are we all for it? 

Australian Word the Day, the All In Energy Drink All in Moment, and more! 

Make sure you subscribe and click the share button and send it to your mates, that’s how you support this show! 

May 04, 202349:25
Team meetings and must wins; Mariners Monday Edition.

Team meetings and must wins; Mariners Monday Edition.

It's the Mariners Monday edition, and we're recapping the Mariner’s road trip. 

I also explain what goes down with those team meetings, plus tell some of my crazy team meeting stories!

 

If you’re a Mariners fan, this is your chance to hear my unbiased opinion from a player’s point of view and break down what I see from this team every Monday on Mariners Monday. Fellow Aussie and MLB All-Star will be back with me on Thursday! 

Please subscribe wherever you listen or watch your podcasts! 

Enjoy mates! 


May 01, 202344:17
Grant Balfour goes viral and the A’s are moving to Vegas.

Grant Balfour goes viral and the A’s are moving to Vegas.

Aussie MLB Players Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith discuss the unexpected viral sensation of  Grant Balfour and his rise to internet fame. 

We also tackle the big news of the Oakland A's potential move to Las Vegas and what it means for the team, the fans, and baseball.

We also give our old man thoughts on the  City Connect uniforms that have been making waves across the league. 

Listen on the go wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube. 

Make sure you subscribe, mate! 

Enjoy! 

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Apr 27, 202350:13
Is this hot start sustainable for Jarred Kelenic? Chris Flexen "I've hit rock bottom"- Mariners Monday edition.

Is this hot start sustainable for Jarred Kelenic? Chris Flexen "I've hit rock bottom"- Mariners Monday edition.

Former MLB player and current broadcaster 'The Hyphen' Ryan Rowland-Smith breaks down the scorching start of Jarred Kelenic and whether it's sustainable. 

Can he continue to perform at this level and become a superstar, as we anticipated? 


We also dive deep into the current mental struggle of Chris Flexen, who calls it “rock bottom.” RRS takes us back to his own rock bottom, giving you an inside look at what it takes to overcome adversity in the world of professional baseball and in life.

Of course, we'll also be discussing the top performers of the week and breaking down all the big moments from the Mariners' recent games. 

Tune in and find out for yourself why Mariners Monday is the must-listen podcast for any true baseball fan. 

And don't forget to subscribe and share it with your mates so you never miss an episode!

Grant Balfour will be back Thursday! 

Enjoy bogans! 

Apr 24, 202335:57
Did Max Scherzer use the sticky stuff? He swears on his kid’s life he did not!

Did Max Scherzer use the sticky stuff? He swears on his kid’s life he did not!

Former Aussie MLB Pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith ask the question on every baseball fan's mind: was Max Scherzer using sticky stuff or just sunscreen and rosin when he was ejected? We'll explore the controversy surrounding this issue and breakdown down from a player’s perspective. 

Shohei Ohtani. The big question on everyone's mind is how much will he make next year. 

We'll be exploring all the factors at play and giving our predictions for what we think the future holds for this superstar athlete.

And of course, no episode of The Top Step Podcast would be complete without our Aussie word of the day! Tune in to expand your vocabulary and get a taste of the Aussie culture.

Whether you're a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for some lively conversation and insider insights, The Top Step Podcast has got you covered. Don’t forget to subscribe. 

Enjoy mates! 


Apr 20, 202338:23
Mariner Mondays Edition: Sweepin teams, Top Performers, and Brewers Play-by-Play Jeff Levering joins me.

Mariner Mondays Edition: Sweepin teams, Top Performers, and Brewers Play-by-Play Jeff Levering joins me.

Welcome to another special edition of Mariner Mondays, where RRS brings you the latest news and analysis for our Mariner of Seattle Mariners baseball. In this episode, we're breaking down the recent Rockies sweep and highlighting the standout performers, including the crazy start by, you guessed it, Jarred Kelenic.

We'll take a deep dive into Kelenic's numbers and approach. 

Plus, we'll review George Kirby's recent outing, it was good, but I want to break down what wasn’t working for the promising young pitcher on Saturday.

We have a very special guest joining us on the show today! Jeff Levering, the Brewers play-by-play announcer, will be joining us to preview the upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers. 

Jeff will give us a look at the Brew Crew and share his predictions for the upcoming games.

Some good stories, and big breakdowns,  So tune in to this episode of Mariners Monday for a jam-packed show hosted by Former Mariner himself, Ryan Rowland-Smith. 

Don’t forget to subscribe, mates! 


Apr 17, 202301:10:42
Rays are 12-0! How do these hot starters historically finish after 162.

Rays are 12-0! How do these hot starters historically finish after 162.

In this episode, former MLB pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith break down the Tampa Bay Rays' historic 12-0 start to the season and explore the question on everyone's mind: can they sustain this level of dominance throughout the year? 

But that's not all they discuss. They also share some harrowing tales of getting hit by comebackers and introduce listeners to the Aussie word of the day (you won't want to miss this!). Plus, the duo debates whether Aaron Judge has what it takes to get even close to Barry Bonds’s career home run totals. I

f you're a fan of baseball or want to speak Australian, or just love great conversation, be sure to tune in and hit that subscribe button for more episodes like this.

Tell your mates! 

Enjoy 





Apr 13, 202346:38
Mariner Mondays: RRS breaks down the M's each Monday.

Mariner Mondays: RRS breaks down the M's each Monday.

Mariners baseball Analyst Ryan Rowland-Smith breaks down the week every Monday on this Mariners edition of The Top Step. 

RRS dives into Sunday’s loss to the Guardians, George Kirby, and the Andrews Munoz news. Should Teoscar have caught that ball in the 9th inning? 

We have a lot of Seattle Mariners fans listening, and I will spend every Monday breaking down the Mariner’s week. If you have anything you want me to break down or discuss, make sure you send me a message on social media or leave a question below! 


Enjoy my Mariners, mates! 

Ryan Rowland-Smith 

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Apr 10, 202321:20
Are the Mariners Anchored in 2022 & our BOLD Cy Young Award predictions.

Are the Mariners Anchored in 2022 & our BOLD Cy Young Award predictions.

Two former Aussie MLB Players, Ryan Rowland-Smith and Grant Balfour, dive into the Mariner’s start to 2023; what do we see plus, some BOLD predictions for Cy Young Award winners? 

Baseball’s new rules after week one, the Aussie word of the day, and more!

Please subscribe and add us to your weekly podcast rotation! 

Review and follow! 

Enjoy mates! 


Apr 06, 202336:01
Mariners GM Justin Hollander joins us on The Top Step

Mariners GM Justin Hollander joins us on The Top Step

Seattle Mariner's Vice President and General Manager Justin Hollander talk us through his team's expectations for 2023, his rise to becoming the General Manager, and how he and his front office built the first playoff team in Seattle in 20-plus years!

Make sure you hit the subscribe button, turn on the notifications, and leave a review. All this good stuff helps supports the show, so thank you for being a part of the Top Step!

Enjoy, mates, and happy opening day!

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Mar 30, 202344:33
Tampa Bay Rays Curtis Mead join RRS on The Top Step
Mar 23, 202341:12
"Cancel the WBC!"... The dumbest takes and quick reactions to idiots outrage.

"Cancel the WBC!"... The dumbest takes and quick reactions to idiots outrage.

RRS gives his thoughts on the WBC and some of these ridiculous reactions as the baseball world argues about the importance of the World Baseball Classic. 

Let me know your thoughts and if you are new to the show, please subscribe and leave a review! 

Enjoy 

Mar 16, 202326:14
Driveline’s hitting coordinator Andrew Aydt

Driveline’s hitting coordinator Andrew Aydt

The best hitters on the planet from Mookie Betts to Shohei Ohtani are all making Driveline their offseason home.

Ryan sits down with Driveline's hitting coordinator Andrew Aydt as he takes us inside the world’s most renowned baseball training facility. Andrew explains how they construct a plan and program for the best hitters and Drivelines philosophies!

Please subscribe and write a review as it helps grow The Top Step Podcast.

Available to watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Enjoy mates.

Mar 15, 202301:00:56
Spring Training Physicals and new rules!

Spring Training Physicals and new rules!

Former Aussie MLB players Ryan Rowland-Smith and Grant Balfour discuss Spring training physicals, the WBC, mental toughness, and new rules! 

To support the show, please subscribe, click the notification so you don’t miss an episode, and tell your mates! 

Enjoy. www.thetopstep.com

Feb 18, 202348:24
The Bogans are back for 2023!

The Bogans are back for 2023!

Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith are back! Happy new year, mates! 

It's good to be back on the chat! We talk about the Los Angeles Angel's ownership. 

Carlos Correa's physicals, snake stories, and much more good stuff! 

Subscribe and tell your mates! 

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Jan 26, 202356:21
Will Mitch Haniger be back in 2023?

Will Mitch Haniger be back in 2023?

Former Aussie MLB Player Ryan Rowland-Smith discusses the Teoscar Hernandez trade, Manager of the Year, and whether or not Mitch Haniger will be back in 2023.

Please click the subscribe button, Leave a review as Ryan Rowland-Smith or Grant Balfour a question, and we will discuss it next episode!

Enjoy! 


Previous episodes with your favorite MLB Players and more... 

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Nov 16, 202228:42
Tipping pitches and wedding speeches!

Tipping pitches and wedding speeches!

Hey mates, Aussie MLB Players Grant Balfour, and RYan Rowland-Smith are joined by MLB Network Producer Tim Fryer! We cover everything from epic wedding speeches, what happens behind the scenes during the World Series Broadcast and was Lance McCullers tipping pitches? 

Please support the show by clicking the SUBSCRIBE button wherever you get your podcasts and check out past episodes! 

Enjoy mates! 

Nov 04, 202201:28:08
Players secret off season plans and the Arizona Fall League!

Players secret off season plans and the Arizona Fall League!

Former Aussie MLB Player Ryan Rowland-Smith talks about players who need to keep their off-season training top secret, plus what the Arizona Fall League does for players and what it all means! 

Go subscribe! Go listen to other episodes with your favorite MLB Players! 

Enjoy! 

www.thetopstep.com 

Oct 31, 202230:41
Where is Aaron Judge headed?

Where is Aaron Judge headed?

Former Aussie MLB Players Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith dive into their World Series Predictions and discuss Aaron Judge's big free agency. Where is he going to land? 

We also welcome back Cohey the Apprentice and he unveils his big announcement! 

Make sure you subscribe, and thanks for supporting the show! 

Enjoy! 

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Oct 28, 202201:10:08
JP Crawford to 2B in 2023? Jesse Winker & the M's relationship and what happens in the off season to struggling players?

JP Crawford to 2B in 2023? Jesse Winker & the M's relationship and what happens in the off season to struggling players?

Former Aussie MLB Player Ryan Rowland-Smith tells us what players go through mentally after tough seasons. Should JP be open to switching positions? YIKES! Also, my prediction with Jesse Winker, his relationship with players and the Mariners, and more! 


Please subscribe and enjoy! 

Ryan Rowland-Smith 

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Oct 25, 202243:27
Balfour and Rowland-Smith are BACK

Balfour and Rowland-Smith are BACK

Former Aussie MLB Players Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith get back on The Top Step. 

We discuss Robbie Ray's pitch to Altuve, the Mariners season, the World Baseball Classic, Aussie Word of the day and more

Subscribe!

Enjoy Mates! 

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Oct 21, 202255:04
Good vibe Mariners, Jarred Kelenic's social media drama and WBC Qualifiers.

Good vibe Mariners, Jarred Kelenic's social media drama and WBC Qualifiers.

Former MLB player Ryan Rowland-Smith dives into the Jarred Kelenic social media drama, the Mariner's post-season run, WBC Qualifier, and more. 

Make sure you click subscribe, so you don't miss an episode! 

Go to www.thetopstep.com and check out interviews with some of your favorite MLB Players. 

Enjoy mates! 

RRS 

Sep 05, 202230:37
Tatis, salty vets and wildcard races.

Tatis, salty vets and wildcard races.

Former MLB Pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith discuss the breaking news of Fernando Tatis, do veteran players really make a difference in a playoff race? The Jeter documentary plus the Aussie word of the day and more! 

Please subscribe, and write a review wherever you listen or watch your podcasts. 

Enjoy mates! 

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Aug 18, 202255:55
Randy Couture joins us on The Top Step.

Randy Couture joins us on The Top Step.

What do you do if someone charges the mound? 6 x UFC Champion and MMA Legend Randy Couture join former MLB All Star Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith to dive into the best tactics and some of the toughest fights in his career. We also dive into the mind of one of the toughest human beings on the planet! 

Make sure you subscribe wherever you are watching or listening to this episode. 

Please leave a review as it helps the best baseball podcast grow! 

Or go to www.thetopstep.com to get caught up on all past episodes! 

Enjoy mates! 

Aug 09, 202257:12
All Star Paul Blackburn joins us on The Top Step.

All Star Paul Blackburn joins us on The Top Step.

Oakland Athletics Paul Blackburn went from a guy just trying to survive in the Major Leagues to being a top 5 starting pitcher in the American League. We talk about what changed, some of his darkest times, and geek out on pitching stuff! 

Please click subscribe to support our show so we can keep bringing you the biggest and best players in the game as well as have some great conversations with two former Australian MLB Players Grant Balfour, Ryan Rowland-Smith, and all our friends. 

and if you have time, those reviews really help us out wherever you're listening to this podcast! 

Enjoy mates! 

RRS

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Aug 01, 202243:51
Taylor Trammell joins me on The Top Step.

Taylor Trammell joins me on The Top Step.

Seattle Mariners Taylor Trammell is in the middle of a break-out season and sits down with former Major League Ryan Rowland-Smith. We talk about everything from the brawl to his biggest influences and dive into the rise and falls of every elite athlete. 

This episode is the first of many sitdown interviews with the game's best players, so, please subscribe and write us a review so we can continue doing these episodes.

Or go to www.thetopstep.com to catch every episode for free wherever you listen or watch your podcasts! 

Jul 25, 202201:06:48
We are back mates! With All Star Game memories and Bench Clearance brawl classics!
Jul 13, 202233:20
Underachievers and rough charter flights.

Underachievers and rough charter flights.

Former MLB players Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith dive into what it's like when your team is struggling. the plane ride, the clubhouse, the grind! 

We also give our first quarter reports on the big-money free-agent signings. The good the bad and everything in between! 

Make sure you subscribe wherever you listen or watch your podcasts! 

Enjoy mates! 

May 24, 202201:05:46
Nestor Cortes goes 'viral' plus, when your mate gets sent to AAA...

Nestor Cortes goes 'viral' plus, when your mate gets sent to AAA...

Former MLB Pitchers Grant Balfour and Ryan Rowland-Smith dive into the latest MLB happenings and some serious words of wisdom when it comes to dealing with a demotion! 

Big announcement... We are now available on video!

Make sure you subscribe wherever you listen or watch this podcast and make sure you add your mates to your rotation! 

Enjoy! 

May 17, 202256:43