The Clinton LumberKings are on fire! This week, General Manager Nate Vander Bleek and on-field host Chris Mickelson take over the mics to break down an undefeated week for the LumberKings. From clutch performances to early-season comparisons, the duo dives into what’s clicking for this team and why fans should be excited. Tune in for insights, laughs, and a deep look into a red-hot start to the summer.

Filmed: June 16, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon Wynkoop

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

This BONUS episode of Around the Lumber Yard features the Voice of the LumberKings, Andrés Tejeda conducting an exclusive on-air interview with former Clinton LumberKing, Connor Giusti and his father, Russ.

Connor reflects on his time with the club as he finishes his career as a college baseball player and all the experiences and lessons he's learned as he enters the work force.

Russ, shares his experience being a father to a D-I athlete and his relationship with head coach Jack Dahm and his relationship with the players he has coached as he enters retirement.

Note: Interview takes place between the 3rd and 4th innings of an 8-0 LumberKings win against the Normal CornBelters on June 10, 2025.

Filmed: June 10, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon Wynkoop

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

The LumberKings wrapped up a gritty and eventful 4–2 road trip, and Andrés Tejeda, Voice of the LumberKings, is riding solo to break it all down on this week’s episode of Around the Lumber Yard. From a weather-shortened win over the Pistol Shrimp to a doubleheader split in Springfield and a statement sweep in Burlington, the Kings showed toughness and tenacity on the road. The trip ended with a wild comeback that came up just short in extra innings — but not without fireworks.

Andrés also announces our Week 2 Player and Pitcher of the Week, spotlighting standout performances that helped fuel the road success.

Looking ahead, the LumberKings return home to NelsonCorp Field for three games against the Normal CornBelters and Danville Dans, including a special Stars & Stripes Sunday as the Kings don their patriotic jerseys for Flag Day.

It’s a packed episode full of highlights, insight, and solo commentary from the Voice of the LumberKings — only on Around the Lumber Yard.

Filmed: June 9, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon Wynkoop

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

Opening Week is in the books, and the Clinton LumberKings are off to a competitive start in the 2025 Prospect League season. Hosts Andrés Tejeda, the Voice of the LumberKings, and on-field host Chris Mickelson break down all the action from the first six games — from a dominant Opening Night shutout of the defending champion Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp to a gritty split with the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes and a tough pair of losses to the rival Burlington Bees.

We also catch up with two LumberKings players — pitcher Jaqson Tejada and outfielder Brayden Mulkey — for a quick look inside their Opening Day experience and how they’re feeling after week one. With a .500 record at 3-3, the Kings are already showing flashes of brilliance, including a combined 24-0 score across two shutouts against the Pistol Shrimp.

Plus, we preview the team’s first major road trip of the season, a six-day stretch from June 3 to June 8 that will test the depth and chemistry of this year’s squad. It’s a shorter episode, just over 30 minutes, but it’s packed with insight, interviews, and all the early-season storylines you won’t want to miss.

Filmed: May 23, 2025

Location: Clinton, IA

Music: Sport Rock by Soundridemusic

Directed by: Andrés Tejeda & Kannon Wynkoop

Produced by: Andrés Tejeda

Welcome to the Lumber Yard! Hosted by Andrés Tejeda, the Voice of the Clinton LumberKings and LumberKings, on-field host, Chris Mickelson. In the debut episode of Around the Lumber Yard, we’re looking back at highlights from the 2024 season and diving into what’s new for 2025. From returning players to offseason changes, this episode sets the stage for what’s shaping up to be an exciting year at NelsonCorp Field. We preview the highly anticipated Opening Day matchup on May 27 against the defending Prospect League champs, the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp. With this budding rivalry heating up, the 2025 season is off to a hot start. We also sit down with Max Holy — a Clinton native, former LumberKing, and current minor league player with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers — for an exclusive interview you won’t want to miss. This hour-long opening episode is for the die-hard LumberKings fan — fun, insightful, and packed with local baseball talk.