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Five Tool Baseball Senior Editor Dustin McComas and Scouting Director Drew Bishop cover the latest in amateur baseball in Texas and offer unique insight into the game they love with help from coaches, scouts and more.
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Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Five Tool SoCal Director and Hawaii native Tim Arakawa joins to preview the upcoming Hawaii Sandlot event, which will include over 150 talented prospects from Hawaii. Tim, a former Oklahoma State standout who reached AAA in the Angels organization, also shares his unique baseball journey that began in Hawaii, discusses Five Tool's coverage in Southern California and more.
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Dustin and Drew share what goes into the Five Tool 55 rankings process and offer an extensive breakdown of players ranked No. 1 - No. 28 on the debut 2024 list for Texas.
Friday Dec 09, 2022
Friday Dec 09, 2022
Covid finally made its way into Dustin's house and got him for the first time in three years, but that didn't stop The Five Tool Podcast from producing some Friday magic. Drew and Dustin shared numerous tips and advice for players/players about recruiting and helping the recruiting and development process during this time of the year. Plus, the two previewed the debut of the 2024 Five Tool 55 in Texas by sharing 10 players who made the list, highlighted some fall standouts from Arizona and California, discussed MLB free agency and more.
Friday Dec 02, 2022
Friday Dec 02, 2022
Dustin and Drew are finally back after an extended break. The two discuss the recently released Five Tool All-Summer Team and highlight numerous honorable mention players as well. Plus, the duo discusses what recruiting looks like during the fall and how players can help themselves and also put the spotlight on 10 uncommitted California, New Mexico, Arizona or Utah players that stood out during fall events.
Thursday Nov 17, 2022
Thursday Nov 17, 2022
Drew recently added his second child to the family and joins Dustin to break down signing classes in the state of Texas. The two go in-depth about both Texas and out-of-state prospects and discuss what it means and also what it means if you're a 2023 player who hasn't signed yet. Plus, they highlight 10 players from California, Nevada, New Mexico and Arizona who stood out this fall, including seven uncommitted prospects colleges should keep an eye on.
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Drew and Dustin discuss 30+ players who have a very good case to be included on the Five Tool 55 list. Plus, they highlight recent commitments, talk some football, share their Halloween stories as parents and explain why candy corn is terrible.
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Drew and Dustin continue their discussion of the updated 2023 Five Tool 55 with thoughts on players ranked No. 34-55. Plus, the duo explains the importance of finding the right fit in college, upcoming changes to recruiting the portal, recent commitments and a lot of sad football discussion. And should we question Drew's sanity after a recent fantasy football trade?
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
The 2023 Five Tool 55 received an update and Drew and Dustin break down the players ranked No. 1-33. Plus, the two discuss which colleges have stood out in recruiting, UIL's vote to make three-game playoff series mandatory for 5A/6A and the very long list of recent college commitments.
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Drew and Dustin are joined by one of the rising stars in college baseball, LSU recruiting coordinator Josh Jordan. Jordan discusses his move to LSU, looking for the "sixth tool" in recruiting, player development at LSU, what the Tigers value in recruiting and much, much more. Plus, Drew and Dustin recap Texas-OU, discuss bike rides, look ahead to a great weekend of football and postseason baseball and more.
Friday Oct 07, 2022
Friday Oct 07, 2022
Dustin McComas and Drew Bishop are joined by Five Tool's Ryan Brewer who coached the senior Five Tool Academic Team at the Arizona Fall Classic. The trio break down the roster, discuss what colleges look for and more. Drew and Dustin wrap things up with MLB postseason discussion and, of course, Texas vs. Oklahoma picks.