SURGE CAST ... The Official Podcast of the Wichita Wind Surge

On this week's episode, we wrap up the end of the 2023 season, and playoff hopes came down to the final game with the Wind Surge on the wrong side of the win column. Although our Surge did not make the postseason, there were a lot of great moments of the 2023 season to remember for years to come. Also, Tim and Scotty reflect on all of the great players who have set foot in Riverfront, and those who may find their way here next year. Hats off to 2023, and we can't wait for 2024. Enjoy the offseason, and as always #SurgeUp!

On this episode, Tim and Scotty talk improvement as of late, and the Wind Surge rise as the leaders of their division. The second half has implications the Wind Surge may benefit this year if they can make a final push into the playoffs. While the Wind Surge are winding down their season, the teams throughout the MLB are making their strides into the playoffs as well. The Wind Surge close the season with one more home series, so let's make it one to remember. Enjoy another episode, and as always, #SurgeUP!

On this episode, Tim and Scotty discuss how the trade deadline in the MLB has effected the Minor Leagues and Wichita. Many players continue to move up to Triple A and even show signs of success in the MLB. The Wind Surge honor Wichita history with Monrovian Night, and Riverfront Stadium will have several football games in the offseason. We have much more to come for the remainder of the baseball season, and we are getting ready for the events coming in the near future. Enjoy another episode, and as always, #SurgeUp!

On this episode, The second half of the season is underway, and the Wind Surge start out strong. The All Star break is right around the corner, and with the Twins currently leading the division, player movement may or may not effect the roster in Wichita. The Wichita Wranglers return to Wichita for a night, and the teal, red, and black looked pretty sharp. Be ready for a lot of home games in the second half, and there is still a lot of baseball left to play. Enjoy another inside scoop episode, and #SurgeUp!

This was a fun one! Tim and Scotty are back, and the last couple of weeks were a heck of a ride. Being a PA announcer for a baseball game is harder than it looks, as is throwing out the ceremonial first pitch. The Wind Surge is back after sweeping in Frisco, and get through a tough series against Arkansas at home. MLB players are making appearances in the Minor Leagues as of late because of rehab assignments, and we the guys answer a question from a listener. The Wichita Wranglers make an appearance in the team store, and the next couple of home series are going to be packed with special nights. Enjoy another great episode, and as always #SurgeUp!

On this week's episode, the Wichita Wind Surge wrap up the series with Springfield, and Riverfront Stadium got to see a pitcher who will certainly be in the MLB Hall of Fame. Kids take over the ballpark this last Friday, and found themselves on the field, on the radio, and many other things we may take for granted. Now, the Wind Surge start a two-week road trip in NW Arkansas, and then onto Frisco against the Texas Ranger's AA affiliate. The Wind Surge will be on national TV on a couple games this season on Stadium TV, and you probably have that channel and didn't even know it. We have a great summer of baseball left, and it's just starting to heat up. Enjoy another episode, and as always #SurgeUp Wichita!

Scotty & Tim talk about the first opening series to kick off the 2023 Wind Surge season, and the record crowd at Riverfront Stadium on Opening Day. The Kansas weather did not disappoint on opening day, and congratulations to President Jay Miller as he gets his first win as the President of the Wichita Wind Surge. Roster moves have already affected the Wind Surge players, and Edouard Julien does something amazing in his MLB debut, and he does it in Yankee Stadium. As we kick off the 2023 season, we are excited for that baseball is back, and there are a lot of surprises to get ready for. We are ready for another exciting season, and as always, #SurgeUp!

It's baseball season, baby! The MLB has kicked off "Opening Day 2023, and that means Opening Day for the Wind Surge is here as well. Tim and Scotty discuss the culmination of the World Baseball Classic, and what to expect in on the Wind Surge roster for 2023. The season kicks off in Springfield against the Cardinals in a three game series starting on Thursday, April 6th, and follow up with the home opener at home at Riverfront Stadium against Northwest Arkansas on Tuesday, April 11th. Tickets are still available, but they are going fast. Come join us at the ballpark for another exciting Wind Surge season, and as always #SurgeUp.

On this week's episode, opening day is right around the corner, and a few Wind Sure players are spotted playing in the World Baseball Classic. Spring training is also underway, and players are being sorted by their respected organizations. New promotions, and Happy Hour this year, so get out to Riverfront for another fantastic Wind Surge season. Enjoy another episode and #SurgeUp!

On this week's episode, Tim and Scotty give a couple quick updates on Winter Meetings and awards won by the Wind Surge players. Fall league baseball is underway, and more players are getting hot in the offseason. Many players are also on the move to other teams in the "big leagues," but how does it affect Wind Surge players? Enjoy a quick update, and enjoy another episode. As always, Wind Surge fans, #SugeUp!  

On this episode, Scotty and Tim are back to wrap up the 2022 Wind Surge season. The Wind Surge had another epic season coming up just short in the championship series. Although, it is another year of coming second, Wind Surge fans got to see 4 Surge players make it up to the Major Leagues by the end of the season and 16 players overall. We saw a complete game no-hitter, and it may never happen again. We saw more walk-offs, milestones, and amazing talent at Riverfront in 2022, but what is your favorite moment? In the offseason, Riverfront Stadium will not be empty. It will host at least 4 high school football games, and maybe a couple more attractions. Thank you, Wichita, for another great season, and here is to another one. Enjoy another episode, and as always, #SurgeUp!  

On this week's episode, Scotty & Tim discuss the playoff implications of the Wind Surge, and movement throughout the MiLB that may impact the MLB playoffs. Daniel Gusset throws the first complete-game-no-hitter in Wind Surge history, and it may be the only one to ever happen. Spencer Steer make a booming debut in Cincinnati, and Louie Varland is named the Minnesota Twins' Minor League Pitcher Of The Year. Riverfront Stadium is going to have high school football in the offseason, so don't think the fun is ending when baseball season is over. Enjoy another episode, and as always, #SurgeUp!

The season is winding down, and the playoffs are just around the corner. Would you rather win the first half or the second half of the regular season when going into the playoffs? What roster moves before the trade deadline have affected to Wind Sure, and how are some of our previous players moving up the ranks?  Our head coach has won his 500th game as a manager, and some of our Wind Surge players got to play at The Field Of Dreams. Make sure you do not miss Star Wars Night, and all of the other promo nights that are left at Riverfront Stadium. Enjoy another episode, and as always #SurgeUp.

On This week's episode, Tim and Scotty discuss the beginning of the second half to the Wind Surge season, and the 2022 All Star Futures Game. Two Wind Surge players get an opportunity to play in Dodger stadium, and what are the oldest MLB stadiums? Roster moves throughout the season look to have effected many teams throughout the league, and there is a good chance more moves are sure to come as the Twins make a push for a long postseason run. There are some pretty awesome theme nights coming up, and Riverfront stadium is scheduled to have the first Wichita High School Football game in October. Enjoy another episode, and, as always, #SurgeUp!

On this week's episode, Tim and Scotty discuss the end of the first half of the season, and how that affects the playoffs at the end of the season. Two Twins Single-A Minor League teams did win the first half of their season, so how does that affect the Wind Surge? Matt Wallner and Louie Varland are staying very hot, and there is still a lot of baseball to be played. Pulling the tarp over the field can be pretty humorous, and hopefully someone catches it on video. The Wind Surge logo finds itself on a KC-46, and building plans around Riverfront Stadium finally become public. Enjoy another Surge Cast, and as always, #SurgeUp! 

On this episode, Tim and Scotty discuss the most recent roster moves and how they effect the Wind Surge organization, the team, and the individual players, themselves. Why do some players move through the system faster, and why do players who are definitely capable of moving on to the next level seem to stick around? While the MLB uses the MiLB as a testing site for new rules, they are also testing different baseballs? How has the pitch clock effected the pitchers moving into the "big leagues," and how have the base runners taken advantage of said pitch clock? There is a lot of season left, but the first half of the season is winding down, and that is more important than you thought. Enjoy another episode, and, as always, #SurgeUp! 

On this week's episode, Scotty and Tim discuss the debut of the Tumba Vacas de Wichita, and problems with the surface of some of the baseballs. We have a few players going through rehab visit Wichita for the first time, and we now have 30 players who have played at Riverfront who are now in the "big leagues." Do you jinx no-hitters, or do announcers do it in a subtle way? Enjoy another episode, as always, #SurgeUp. 

On this episode, Tim and Scotty discuss the unfortunate rain delays, and how it affects players with schedule changes and double headers. Pitch clocks and automatic balls and strikes are changing the speed of the game, and some of those new rules may be coming to baseball quicker than you think. Players are moving through the minor league system including 2 players being called up as of late, and a very cool story about two brothers pitching against each other makes the minor league news. The season is young and the Surge may have had a rough start, but they seem to be banding together winning streaks as of late. Enjoy another episode, and always #SurgeUp!

On this week's episode, Scotty and Tim discuss the beginning to the 2022 season, and the origin of the Wichita Turbo Tubs. Where did the idea come from, and who is responsible for the new nickname Wichita is falling in love with? How difficult do you think it is to throw out the ceremonial first pitch, and what do you think we have planned for "Cinco de Mayo?" Your biggest hints and behind the scenes stories come from this Surge Cast. Enjoy another episode, and #SurgeUp. 

On this week's episode, Tim and Scotty discuss opening weekend with flyovers, Kansas weather, and positive things to look forward to this season. Although the Wind Surge start out the season 0-3, there is a lot of baseball to be played, and the playoff picture is decided by 2 halves of a season, instead of just one. The Wind Surge will be called The Tumba Vacas de Wichita to celebrate Hispanic and Latino culture in our community for 3 COPA games this season, and more promotions are still to come. Enjoy another episode, and #SurgeUp!

On this week's episode, Tim talks about his experience at Spring Training, and what to expect in the next week with MiLB rosters and MLB rosters. Carlos Correa signs with the Minnesota Twins, but how does that effect the Wind Surge?  Opening Day is just over a week away, and there are some old and new promotions you are going to want to be a part of. Keep your eyes on social media Thursday, and get ready for Minor League baseball! #surgeup

Wind Surge fans, we are back! On this week's episode, Tim and Scotty discuss the end of last season, and the beginning of a new season. The MLB lockout does not effect us. Opening day will happen April 8th, 2022 as scheduled! Rules we have experienced from last season are making it into the MLB, and Wind Surge Players may be wearing some new uniforms this year. Enjoy another episode, and #SurgeUp!

On this week's episode, Scotty Germann & Tim Grubbs discuss the current playoff implications for the Wichita Wind Surge, and the "fire sale" of the Chicago Cubs that and other roster moves that impacted minor league baseball. The trade deadline was so crazy, and those roster moves may make a huge impact in October. Wichita has become "The Walk-Off City," and the Wind Surge season is coming to a close. The NBC tournament is coming to Riverfront Stadium, and Wichita is pumped to see it. Come on out and enjoy the Wichita tradition of the NBC tournament, and #SurgeUp! 

On this week's episode, Scotty and Tim are finally back with another episode to discuss Minor League baseball and the Wichita Wind Surge. We are halfway through the 120-game season, and the Wind Surge are in playoff contention. The Tulsa Drillers are finally coming to Wichita July 13 as our main rival, and now there is a name designated for this rivalry series. They discuss a lot of players moving up in the minor league system, and Wichita has their first Wind Surge player to make it to "The Show." They discuss minor league baseball teams that take different identities, and it is "All-Star Week" in the MLB. Enjoy the podcast, and #SurgeUp! 

Scotty and Tim Talk about the Surge finally playing their first game and affiliated baseball FINALLY playing a game in Riverfront Stadium.   Tim is on is also on the road in Tulsa giving his rundown of current affairs of the Double-A Central.  

Scotty and Tim reflect on the first ever event at Riverfront Stadium.  They talk for the very first time Minor League Baseball operations and finally they have an estimated arrival date for the Wind Surge Players for 2021.  

RECORDED 4/2/21: A new year and totally redesigned Podcast. The inaugural SURGE CAST kicks off as Scotty and Tim discuss what it's like to finally be back in the saddle. They also preview some great segments as they seek to help keep you a little more informed on how the MiLB works.  

Listen as our hosts Cookie and Tim discuss the current state of baseball, a review of the recent 30 for 30 'Long Gone Summer' and their favorite Father's Day memories! Tim and Cookie also sit down with special guest and sports marketer Brandon Steiner who shares some of his favorite sports collectibles, and his advice to other young entrepreneurs!! Visit his websites brandonsteiner.com or cxstuff.com for your collectible needs and to get his books for FREE! For any questions you can reach Brandon on twitter at @BrandonSteiner!

Listen as our hosts Cookie and Tim discuss their favorite minor league ballpark foods. They also sit down with food and beverage director Randy Robinson as he discusses the difference between managing old sports venues and new. Also how those have evolved through time.  

Cookie and Tim talk and review 'The Last Dance'. Who's your favorite "Two Sport" athlete? Also, Executive Director of the Caribbean Education and Baseball Foundation Tommy Goodman in on the line to talk about how he's helping to bring baseball to the Caribbean. 

This episode:  ALL ABOUT LOGOS.  Cookie and Time talk about their favorite logos and why they love them.  They also sit down with Wind Surge Logo designer Todd Radom to discuss his process and some of the things he looks for in the logo/uniform design process.

Cookie and Tim talk about the type of manual labor they can do and the type they cannot.  Cookie sits down with Director of Sales and Marketing Brian Turner to chat about his transition from Wingnuts to Wind Surge and also what the term "Hick Hop" means.  

Cookie and Tim talk about some of the legendary players they saw play before they were MLB Superstars.  Tim sits down with Vice President/Assistant General Manager Bob Moullette to discuss the career path that brought him to baseball.  Bob also brings on a special guest to talk about his plans for the fall.  

Cookie and Tim continue their streaming conversation.  They discuss the longest game in Minor League history.  Cookie sits down with SVP of the Wind Surge Community and Charitable Foundation Annie life to talk about how she sold tickets before ticket.com and how she got to the ICT.

Cookie and Tim talk about some of the more memorable Opening Days they have been a part of in their careers while giving you an update on their streaming shows.  Tim sits down with Senior Vice President and General Manger Jared Forma to talk about his involvement with the design build process of the ballpark.  

This episode Cookie and Tim dive into some of the shows and movies their daughters and them are watching to keep entertained.  Tim also has a conversation with President Jay Miller to talk about his experience opening up his 6th ballpark and what to expect once we do get to start playing baseball again.  

Welcome up to Surge Baseball and Beyond.  In this episode you will be introduced you to your hosts:  Augusto "Cookie" Rojas and Tim Grubbs.  Tim also connects with Owner/Managing Partner Lou Schwechheimer and they talk about some of Lou's greatest memories leading up to what would have been Opening Day 2020 for the Wind Surge.