Kelabration (the Minor League Nerd)
@kelabration.bsky.social
Host of the Minor League Nerd YouTube channel/podcast. I'm a baseball fan and a ballpark chaser. I've visited 182 ballparks. I'm also into punk rock, traveling, football ⚽️, history, comedy & flags. SABR member.
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I've been to 182 baseball stadiums in my life. The breakdown is:
26 MLB/21 current (includes Sahlen Field)
2 Spring Training
19 Triple-A
15 AA
27 High A
11 Low A
23 Indy
35 Collegiate summer league
6 College
18 Defunct/no longer used by team I saw at the stadium.
26 MLB/21 current (includes Sahlen Field)
2 Spring Training
19 Triple-A
15 AA
27 High A
11 Low A
23 Indy
35 Collegiate summer league
6 College
18 Defunct/no longer used by team I saw at the stadium.
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Episode 198: Part 2 of our 4th annual Average Holiday Spectacular is live. We wrap up our fun conversation with our friends & former guests. We share what baseball trips we have planned for 2026. Be sure to share your plans with us below. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Episode 198 - EFA Average Holiday Spectacular 4 - Pt 2
Podcast Episode · Earned Fun Average · 12/31/2025 · 25m
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December 31, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Episode 198: Part 2 of our 4th annual Average Holiday Spectacular is live. We wrap up our fun conversation with our friends & former guests. We share what baseball trips we have planned for 2026. Be sure to share your plans with us below. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
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This week on Baseball By Design, designer Dan Simon categorized all 120 affiliated minor league teams and 82 independent professional teams. Have a listen and let us know if you agree or disagree with the groupings!
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Listen wherever you get podcasts.
December 30, 2025 at 7:03 PM
This week on Baseball By Design, designer Dan Simon categorized all 120 affiliated minor league teams and 82 independent professional teams. Have a listen and let us know if you agree or disagree with the groupings!
Listen wherever you get podcasts.
Listen wherever you get podcasts.
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Episode 197: Merry Christmas! The first of a two part series, we bring to you the 4th annual EFA Average Holiday Spectacular. We are joined by our friends and share the hats we’re wearing and what baseball trips we took in 2025. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Episode 197 - EFA Average Holiday Spectacular 4 - Pt 1
Podcast Episode · Earned Fun Average · 12/24/2025 · 51m
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December 24, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Episode 197: Merry Christmas! The first of a two part series, we bring to you the 4th annual EFA Average Holiday Spectacular. We are joined by our friends and share the hats we’re wearing and what baseball trips we took in 2025. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
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This week on Baseball By Design, we head to British Columbia for the Victoria HarbourCats! Guests include team owner Jim Swanson and wildlife correspondent @rangeramy.bsky.social! Listen wherever you get podcasts
December 23, 2025 at 5:36 PM
This week on Baseball By Design, we head to British Columbia for the Victoria HarbourCats! Guests include team owner Jim Swanson and wildlife correspondent @rangeramy.bsky.social! Listen wherever you get podcasts
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Hear the stories about card collecting, getting autographs and traveling to watch baseball on our most recent episode with Joe Sheeder. Joe tells us about his love for the Toronto Blue Jays & LSU Baseball and shares an awesome MLB Hall of Fame moment. He also shares his Proffitt & Loss.
December 22, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Hear the stories about card collecting, getting autographs and traveling to watch baseball on our most recent episode with Joe Sheeder. Joe tells us about his love for the Toronto Blue Jays & LSU Baseball and shares an awesome MLB Hall of Fame moment. He also shares his Proffitt & Loss.
Last hockey game of the year. Chicago Wolves vs Iowa Wild.
December 21, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Last hockey game of the year. Chicago Wolves vs Iowa Wild.
The #1 movie when you were 10 is how your 2026 is going to go.
December 19, 2025 at 8:09 PM
The #1 movie when you were 10 is how your 2026 is going to go.
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Listen to our latest episode with Scott Montesano as we talk about the Alton River Dragons and the Prospect League. Scott has held an assortment of jobs prior to being the radio voice for the River Dragons. We talk about the Prospect League scheduling and his Proffitt & Loss.
December 14, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Listen to our latest episode with Scott Montesano as we talk about the Alton River Dragons and the Prospect League. Scott has held an assortment of jobs prior to being the radio voice for the River Dragons. We talk about the Prospect League scheduling and his Proffitt & Loss.
I'm working on reorganizing my caps, adding in this year additions. Every time I have to do this I wonder why I couldn't collect something smaller and much easier to organize.
December 13, 2025 at 7:51 PM
I'm working on reorganizing my caps, adding in this year additions. Every time I have to do this I wonder why I couldn't collect something smaller and much easier to organize.
Drop a lawyer.
December 11, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Drop a lawyer.
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Episode 195: Scott Montesano is the VP of Broadcasting for the Alton River Dragons. Scott talks about his background and his time in the Prospect League. We talk about the region Alton is in and he shares his Proffitt & Loss. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Episode 195 - Beware of the River Dragons
Podcast Episode · Earned Fun Average · 12/10/2025 · 34m
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December 10, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Episode 195: Scott Montesano is the VP of Broadcasting for the Alton River Dragons. Scott talks about his background and his time in the Prospect League. We talk about the region Alton is in and he shares his Proffitt & Loss. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Movie you've watched more than six times with a gif. Easy mode: no Stars (either War or Trek), LOTR, or Marvel.
December 8, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Movie you've watched more than six times with a gif. Easy mode: no Stars (either War or Trek), LOTR, or Marvel.
Friday night hockey with the Wolves as they host the Milwaukee Admirals.
December 6, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Friday night hockey with the Wolves as they host the Milwaukee Admirals.
Wednesday night hockey in Rosemont. The Wolves are hosting the Manitoba Moose.
December 4, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Wednesday night hockey in Rosemont. The Wolves are hosting the Manitoba Moose.
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This week on Baseball By Design, the Windy City ThunderBolts brand is based on giant power lines near the ballpark and the grit of Chicago’s southside. Guests include GM Mike VerSchave, designer Jay Becker of BLDG Design, and folksy Chicago native Dr. Chris Mayer.
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Listen wherever you get podcasts!
December 2, 2025 at 3:15 PM
This week on Baseball By Design, the Windy City ThunderBolts brand is based on giant power lines near the ballpark and the grit of Chicago’s southside. Guests include GM Mike VerSchave, designer Jay Becker of BLDG Design, and folksy Chicago native Dr. Chris Mayer.
Listen wherever you get podcasts!
Listen wherever you get podcasts!
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Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Our newest episode of My Favorite Baseball Memory is now available. On this episode, I speak with @wisedrjr.bsky.social .
November 27, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Hey, my fellow Minor League Nerds. Our newest episode of My Favorite Baseball Memory is now available. On this episode, I speak with @wisedrjr.bsky.social .
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Episode 193: Ronnie Rantz owns the Baton Rouge Rougarou in the Texas Collegiate League, but now owns the Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators also. Ronnie talks about his playing days, what changes Lake Charles can expect and his Proffitt & Loss. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Episode 193 - Legend of the Rougarou
Podcast Episode · Earned Fun Average · 11/26/2025 · 27m
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November 26, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Episode 193: Ronnie Rantz owns the Baton Rouge Rougarou in the Texas Collegiate League, but now owns the Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators also. Ronnie talks about his playing days, what changes Lake Charles can expect and his Proffitt & Loss. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
I have to say, I really dig the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes new logos. The lowercase q with the halo is excellent.
November 25, 2025 at 6:58 PM
I have to say, I really dig the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes new logos. The lowercase q with the halo is excellent.
I have 53 VHS tapes full of episode I recorded off Comedy Central and Scifi that I really need to get transferred to DVD.
Today in 1988 Mystery Science Theater 3000 premiered on KTMA in St. Paul Minnesota. #MST3K
November 25, 2025 at 12:46 AM
I have 53 VHS tapes full of episode I recorded off Comedy Central and Scifi that I really need to get transferred to DVD.
post a movie where you are from.
November 23, 2025 at 10:09 PM
post a movie where you are from.
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While we might be taking a breath in Chicago, our friends in Charlotte and beyond are suffering. Join us Monday 7p CST as we host a webinar to give a broad overview of our efforts to support street vendors these past few months. RSVP link below.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:54 PM
While we might be taking a breath in Chicago, our friends in Charlotte and beyond are suffering. Join us Monday 7p CST as we host a webinar to give a broad overview of our efforts to support street vendors these past few months. RSVP link below.
forms.gle/RxgCoarvNL1w...
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Introduce yourself with the last 5 concerts you saw.
The Darkness
The Dollyrots (twice)
Smoking Popes/The Get Up Kids
The Handcuffs
Textbook
I used to go to concerts way more often. But since people can't be trusted to not vape at shows, I had to go all the way back to 2023 to get five.
The Darkness
The Dollyrots (twice)
Smoking Popes/The Get Up Kids
The Handcuffs
Textbook
I used to go to concerts way more often. But since people can't be trusted to not vape at shows, I had to go all the way back to 2023 to get five.
Introduce yourself with the last 5 concerts you saw
-Cake
-Trampled By Turtles & The Avett Brothers
-Pennywise & Dropkick Murphys
-The Buzzcocks & Descendents
-Social Distortion & Bad Religion
-Cake
-Trampled By Turtles & The Avett Brothers
-Pennywise & Dropkick Murphys
-The Buzzcocks & Descendents
-Social Distortion & Bad Religion
Introduce yourself with the last 5 concerts you saw
Green Day
Weezer
Sublime
Remi Wolf
Cake
Green Day
Weezer
Sublime
Remi Wolf
Cake
November 19, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Introduce yourself with the last 5 concerts you saw.
The Darkness
The Dollyrots (twice)
Smoking Popes/The Get Up Kids
The Handcuffs
Textbook
I used to go to concerts way more often. But since people can't be trusted to not vape at shows, I had to go all the way back to 2023 to get five.
The Darkness
The Dollyrots (twice)
Smoking Popes/The Get Up Kids
The Handcuffs
Textbook
I used to go to concerts way more often. But since people can't be trusted to not vape at shows, I had to go all the way back to 2023 to get five.
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Episode 192: A team that’s been around for over 20 years in San Francisco, the San Francisco Seagulls are owned by Marc Caviglia. Marc tells us about the teams that comprise the CCL and about his background and the organization. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
Episode 192 - Soaring Seagulls
Podcast Episode · Earned Fun Average · 11/19/2025 · 31m
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November 19, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Episode 192: A team that’s been around for over 20 years in San Francisco, the San Francisco Seagulls are owned by Marc Caviglia. Marc tells us about the teams that comprise the CCL and about his background and the organization. #AmericaLowerYourStandards podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...
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This week on Baseball By Design, yoinks—it’s the Richmond Flying Mummies! Guests include GM Trevor Amerson and designer John Worthen. Listen wherever you get podcasts!
November 18, 2025 at 4:11 PM
This week on Baseball By Design, yoinks—it’s the Richmond Flying Mummies! Guests include GM Trevor Amerson and designer John Worthen. Listen wherever you get podcasts!