Pipe It Up!
Pipe It Up! is a weekly podcast hosted by Ty Frenznick and Levi Fleer, two young players in Major League Wiffle Ball. Each episode takes listeners behind the scenes of what it's really like to compete in this unique league. The hosts are joined by a rotating cast of MLW guests to talk sports, pop culture, and everything happening in their lives week to week. New episodes arrive every Wednesday.
Episodes
#318 - MLW Postseason is Here!
The MLW Postseason is officially here! Ty and Levi break down the playoff picture and everything to watch for as the road to the World Series begins. The guys also dive into the MLB Postseason, make their MLB award predictions, and give some insight into the punishment Levi will soon have to endure. Enjoy!
#317 - Regular Season Championship + Best Video Games
Ty is joined by JP Newy to break down the Regular Season Championship between the Wildcats and D-Backs. They also react to the World Series location reveal before wrapping up the show by debating the best video games they’ve ever played. Enjoy!
#316 - The Ripken Series was FIREWORKS!
The Ripken Series brought the FIREWORKS! Levi and Kyle break down the electric Gators vs. Mallards series from the Ripken Experience in Aberdeen, Maryland, before previewing the Quarterfinals and dropping some hot takes on what’s ahead. Enjoy!
#315 - What Went Wrong for the Preds This Year?
Ty, Levi, and Evan Porter break down what went wrong for the Preds this season and how they missed the playoffs. They recap one of the craziest series in MLW history and look ahead to 2027 as the Predators try to right the ship.
#314 - Kyle Addresses Michigan’s Controversial Win
Aiden McCarthy joins the show to break down the Cobras’ recent hot streak, what’s been clicking for the team, and officially clinching a spot in the playoffs. Then, the guys shift gears to college football, breaking down the biggest storylines from around the country. Most importantly, die-hard Michigan fan Kyle Schultz addresses the controversial ending between Michigan and Western Michigan and g
#313 - We Witnessed MLW History: Gators-Cobras Recap
The Gators-Cobras series delivered one for the history books! The guys break down the wild series and Caden Irwin’s historic run on the mound. They also dive into what the results mean for both teams as the playoff picture starts to take shape. To wrap things up, the crew plays a game to build the ultimate wiffle ball player!
#312 - The Rivalry Series DELIVERS + Burkel for MVP?
Ty and Levi break down the Rivalry Series between the Wildcats and Predators, Cooper Burkel’s MVP-caliber season, and where both teams go from here. Plus, they wrap things up with their predictions for the final slate. Enjoy!
#311 - Mallards’ Season SAVED?! w/ Jorgensen
Brendan Jorgensen joins the show to break down the Mallards’ huge series win and what it means for their season. The crew also previews Friday night’s Gators vs. Mallards showdown at Ripken Experience Aberdeen before recapping all the action from the Long Island Wiffs tournament this past weekend.
#310 - Walgate Discusses His Season-Saving Walk-Off
Levi, Ty, Liam Porter, Evan Porter, and RJ Walgate break down the electric Chicago series, from the incredible fans and gameplay to RJ’s unforgettable walk-off home run. Then, the crew recaps last weekend’s Wiffle in the Mitten tournament and all the action from the event.
#309 - Top 10 Moments of 2026 So Far + Second Half Outlook
Ty and Levi react to the All-Star Game video, count down their Top 10 moments of the season so far, discuss the contenders and pretenders heading into the second half, and make their Slate 4 predictions. Enjoy!
#308 - Aiden McCarthy Is Taking Over MLW
Aiden McCarthy joins the show after an incredible first half of the season to discuss his breakout year, making his case for both MVP and Rookie of the Year, and what it meant to win the Home Run Derby. Ty and Levi also dive into the adjustments Aiden made that fueled his success, his mindset heading into the second half, and take some time to get to know one of MLW's fastest-rising stars both
#307 - The Secret Behind Evan Porter's Hot Start
Evan Porter joins the show to break down his unbelievable first half of the 2026 MLW season and the work that led to it. He discusses the biggest changes he made during the offseason, what's clicked for him this year, and how he's approaching the second half as the Predators fight to make a playoff push. Enjoy!
#306 - Inside Cooper Burkel's Bag
Ty and Levi are joined by Cooper Burkel to discuss his incredible start to the 2026 season, the success he's found on the field, and, of course, take a look inside the famous "Burkel Bag." They also break down the league's tightly packed standings, discuss the biggest surprises through the first half of the season, and share their current frontrunners for this year's major awards. Enjoy!
#305 - Drafting the 2026 All-Star Teams
The first-ever LIVE MLW All-Star Draft is here! Cheetam and Jorgy build their 2026 All-Star rosters live from a loaded pool of MLW stars. After the draft, Ty, Levi, and Kyle break down both teams, share their early All-Star Game predictions, recap the Diamondbacks vs. Gators series, and look ahead to this Friday's Backyard Baseball Series. Enjoy!
#304 - Getting to Know LIAM Porter
Ty and Levi are joined by Metro Magic rookie Liam Porter! They kick things off by breaking down the Magic's early-season struggles, what needs to change for a postseason push, and Liam's performance on the mound so far this year. Then, they sit down with Liam for a fun Q&A to learn more about his journey, personality, and life beyond the Wiffle Ball field. Enjoy!
#303 - An MLW Fan Picks the All-Stars
Ty and Levi are joined by MLW superfan Big Dan to break down the 2026 All-Star ballot and make their picks for who should earn a spot in the Midsummer Classic. The guys then make their Slate 3 predictions as Ty looks to extend his lead in the standings before wrapping up with a preview of the upcoming Backyard Baseball Series. Enjoy!
#302 - Was Cooperstown the Best Series Ever?
Kyle, Levi, and Tommy are back in the studio — yes, Tommy is finally back! The episode starts with an interview featuring Justin Esch, who joins the show to discuss his incredible day at the plate in Cooperstown and his standout season so far. The guys then break down the historic Cooperstown series and debate whether it was the greatest series in MLW history. They wrap things up with some life up
#301 - The Free Agent No One Saw Coming
Ty and Levi are joined by Jack Johnson to discuss his breakout performance and the series that put him on the map. Jack shares how he got the call into MLW, his journey to the league, and what it's been like making an immediate impact. The fellas also take some time to get to know Jack better and talk about what's ahead for him this season. Enjoy!
#300 - Meet the CEO That is Reviving Backyard Baseball
Levi and Kyle are joined by Lindsay Barnett, CEO and Founder of Playground Productions, to discuss the return of the beloved childhood classic, Backyard Baseball. Lindsay shares the story behind bringing the iconic game back to life, the challenges faced along the way, and the nostalgia that has made the franchise so special to generations of fans. The fellas also recap the Diamondbacks vs. Mallar
#299 - Walker on SHOCKING the Preds!
Ty and Levi are joined by Great Lakes Gators rookie Derek Walker to break down his insane breakout performance and the Gators’ upset over the Predators. Derek talks about the big moments from the series, the confidence this team is building, and what’s next moving forward. Then the fellas give their Slate 2 predictions before wrapping up the show with a classic game. Enjoy!
#298 - Sarah Huber on Historic Debut
Sarah Huber joins the show after her historic no-hitter debut and dominant 2-win performance on the mound. She talks about her background, how she found her way into MLW, and what the future looks like for the Eastern Eagles moving forward. Then the fellas preview the Preds vs. Gators series with predictions and storylines to watch before wrapping things up with some music trivia. Enjoy!
#297 - MLW's Windiest Series?!
Kyle, Ty, and Levi are in studio to break down the absolutely chaotic Wildcats vs. Mallards series — featuring some of the craziest weather conditions we’ve ever seen on an MLW field. The guys go game-by-game through the madness, discuss how the wind impacted strategy and gameplay, dive into some controversial sports stories around the sports world, tease a new upcoming video idea, and wrap things
#296 - Knorp Discusses D-Backs HOT Start
The Diamondbacks are off to a HOT start! Levi Fleer is joined by Jimmy Knorp and John Paul “Newy” Neuenschwander to break down the DBacks’ Opening Day sweep. Jimmy talks about the team’s offensive explosion, his dominance on the mound, and why the chemistry on this roster feels special early on. Then, the fellas get to know Newy better with some rapid fire questions. Enjoy!
#295 - Grading the 2026 Draft Class
Levi and Ty are back in studio to break down the entire 2026 MLW Draft and UDFA class, grading every team’s moves, biggest steals, and boldest decisions. Then, the fellas give their predictions for Opening Day and who they think starts the season with a statement win. They also lay out the full format for the 2026 prediction challenge, including potential punishments for the loser… and let’s just
#294 - Looking Into the 2026 MLW Season!
The pre-season spectacular is here! Kyle, Tommy, Ty, and Levi are all in studio to kick things off with a Caden Irwin interview, diving into the Cobras’ 2026 roster, the #1 pick, and expectations for the season. Then the fellas break down every roster across the league—highlighting new faces, key departures, and what it all means heading into 2026. Enjoy!
#293 - The Future of MLW w/ PB + Robles Documentary
Levi and Ty are back in the studio and joined by PB, the new Assistant Commissioner of MLW Wiffle Ball, to talk through his new role, what’s ahead for the league, and his recovery after ACL surgery. Then the guys shift gears and break down the Jordan Robles documentary, diving into the storylines and takeaways. They wrap things up with some wild coaching and umpiring stories you won’t believe. Enj
#292 - MLW Slate 1 Predictions!
Ty and Levi break down their full Slate 1 predictions to kick off the MLW season, calling their shots on matchups, storylines, and early contenders. Levi then delivers an absolutely insane flight story that you won’t believe, before the guys wrap things up by sharing their personal goals heading into the 2026 campaign.
#291 - The Commish Drops SPOILERS on EVERYTHING
If you like spoilers, this episode is for you! Levi and Kyle go over the Opening Day and slate 1 matchups, the draft, and possible field renovations! Enjoy!
#290 - MLW x Backyard Baseball Series
Ty and Levi break down how March Madness has been unfolding so far, highlighting the biggest moments and surprises from the tournament. The conversation quickly turns into plenty of food talk, including some potential food challenges for the upcoming season. To wrap things up, the guys dive into the Backyard Baseball series and what makes it so iconic. Enjoy!
#289 - March Madness & World Baseball Classic Predictions
Ty and Levi kick things off by role-playing as MLW managers and the moves they’d make, then break down an INSANE week in sports with the World Baseball Classic finals and March Madness tipping off today. Enjoy!
#288 - MLW is Headed to Cooperstown!
Ty, Levi, and Kyle talk World Baseball Classic, share stories from Ty’s youth baseball team, and reveal MLW’s first location in the Summer of Stadiums campaign: Cooperstown. The guys break down why Cooperstown was chosen, what it means for the league, and what fans can expect from the event. Enjoy!
#287 - MLW vs. Texas Rangers!
Tommy, Levi, and Kyle break down MLW’s newest upload featuring the MLW vs Texas Rangers Wiffle Ball game, discussing the MLB roster, how the event came together, and how Sparky got involved. They also talk with Kyle about his editing style for the video before wrapping up with food takes, childhood games, and blind rankings.
#286 - RJ Walgate’s Magic Plan
Ty, Levi, and Tommy bring on RJ Walgate, the new manager of the Metro Magic, to break down his vision for the team heading into 2026. They discuss what needs to be fixed, expectations for the season, and how RJ plans to lead the Magic in a new era of MLW, plus the guys rank all 8 MLW managers and debate where everyone stacks up.
#285 - Upcoming MLW Trades?!
With the season right around the corner, Ty, Levi, and Tom dive into MLW mock trades and share their season predictions, breaking down potential moves and how teams could stack up heading into the new year. Enjoy!
#284 - Getting to Know Evan Porter
After weeks of anticipation, Evan Porter finally joins the show! The crew goes behind the scenes for a burger taste test, rapid-fire questions, and a look back at Evan’s rookie season before discussing his expanded role in 2026 and upcoming tournament plans. Enjoy!
#283 - Could We Make These Plays?! MLW Top Plays of 2025
With the release of the Top 10 Plays of 2025 video, Ty and Levi break down each highlight and rate how likely they are to actually pull off the play themselves. The fellas then kick off a brand-new segment, going head-to-head in a different game each episode, before wrapping things up with their Super Bowl predictions and final takes. Enjoy!
#282 - Wiffle Ball Tournament at an MLB Stadium
Tommy, Ty, and Levi break down the Texas Rangers Wiffle Ball Tournament at Globe Life Field—covering the games, how the tournament was run, and the overall experience. Plus, they discuss how cold weather impacts performance in major sports.
#281 - Gen Z Post-Tournament Hotel Room Pod
We got a wild one in Texas! The Gen Z crew breaks down Jung’s Backyard Battle at Globe Life Field, then dives into a game of Imposter—plus plenty of other late-night hotel room goofiness. Enjoy!
#280 - Award Show Recap: Winners, Surprises, & Snubs
The fellas are back from the Christmas break to break down the newly released Awards Show, share some travel stories, and wrap things up with a blind player draft based purely on stats. Enjoy!
#279 - “Worst” Top 10 Christmas Movie List?!
Pipe It Up is bringing you a Christmas special to wrap up 2025! In this episode, the fellas break down Levi’s Top 10 Christmas movies, reveal their Naughty or Nice list of MLW players, and wrap things up with some blindfolded cookie decorating.
#278 - Sawyer and Staggs Reflect on the Gators’ Finish
Sawyer Behen and Dustin Staggs join this week’s podcast to break down how the Gators came up short in the 2025 World Series. Levi, Ty, and Tom close out the episode with some college football talk and a look ahead to next week’s Christmas special. Enjoy!
#277 - The Mallards on Winning it All + Jack Says Farewell
The Midwest Mallards are officially your 2025 World Series champions — and they’re joining the show to talk all about it. We break down their championship run, the biggest moments of the season, and what this title means for the franchise. Then, stick around at the end as Jack hops on with an important announcement you won’t want to miss.
#276 - Headed to GAME 5 + Tommy’s Managerial Strategy
Tommy and Levi break down the key moments from World Series Games 3 and 4 and how we ended up headed to a winner-take-all Game 5. Tommy also shares some behind-the-scenes managerial decisions you didn’t see on camera.
#275 - World Series: What We Learned from Games 1 & 2
The Commish is in studio with Ty and Levi to breakdown games 1 and 2 of the 2025 MLW World Series with some additional behind the scenes analysis. Enjoy!
#274 - World Series Preview: Fans Make Their Picks
The World Series is officially set! Jack, Tom, Levi, and Jack break down the matchup and share their own predictions — but they’re not alone. Fans from across the league call in to give their thoughts, hot takes, and bold picks on who will take home the championship.
#273 - Cheetam on the Gators Historic Run to the World Series
Chris Cheetam joins the show to discuss how the Great Lakes Gators went from missing the playoffs to World Series bound in just one season! Levi, Ty, and Tom also give their thoughts on the upcoming World Series being played THIS SATURDAY in Las Angeles, California!
#272 - Tom is BACK + Hot Dog Challenge Recap
The Midwest Mallards are headed to the World Series after a breakout performance by Tommy Coughlin. The fellas breakdown the series as well as the recent Hot Dog challenge that they underwent. Enjoy!
#271 - The Best Series in MLW History?!
Tom, Jack, Kyle, Ty, Levi, and special guest Carson Yurgaites all join the pod to break down what could be the best series in MLW history in the Quarterfinal between the Wildcats and the Eagles. Enjoy!
#270 - Esch on Insane Preds Playoff Push
One of the best playoff series in recent MLW history — the Preds vs. D-Backs — gets a full breakdown this week. Justin Esch joins the show to relive the action, talk about the trade that brought him to the Preds, and preview the upcoming 9 Innings, 9 Hot Dogs Challenge.
#269 - MLW is Headed to Hollywood
A packed house in today's episode as Tom, Jack, Kyle, Levi, and Ty recap the Wiffle Ball World Championships, talk MLW heading to Los Angeles for the World Series, break down the upcoming postseason matchups, and get Jack’s thoughts on the Magic missing the playoffs.
#268 - 2025 Postseason Predictions
Levi and Ty are in studio with Tom calling in to give their thoughts on the Eagles intentionally "throwing" a game, as well as giving their predictions on the 2025 Postseason!
#267 - The Pathways Into the Postseason
The crew breaks down every postseason scenario heading into the final series of 2025 and what’s on the line for each team. Tom compares his high school days to the younger guys on the pod, and Levi shares his thoughts on the Preds–D’Backs series.
#266 - Jorgensen LIGHTS OUT at the Meadows!
It’s a full house on the Pipe It Up Podcast with Tommy, Jack, Ty, Levi, and special guest Brendan Jorgensen! Jorgy breaks down his stellar pitching performance, Jack shares his thoughts on the Magic’s season and playoff hopes, and the crew dives into Dude Perfect’s new Squad Games series. Plus, the gang gives their condolences to Jack as the official loser of the Hot Dog Challenge.
#265 - How Staggs Stole the Show in Chicago
Dustin Staggs joins todays podcast to breakdown his phenomenal Chicago series at the plate and on the mound! The fellas then wrap up the show with some playoff talk! Enjoy!
#264 - Why Drew Davis Left the Cobras
Action-packed episode! Drew Davis joins to break down his move to the Predators and reflect on his time with the Coastal Cobras. Plus, Jack and Tom wrap up their final Hot Dog Challenge predictions. Enjoy!
#263 - Sully on the CRAZIEST Series of 2025!
Tommy and Sully are on the call today to breakdown one of the craziest series in MLW history! Endless lead changes, weather, location change, and more in this wild series! The fellas then wrap up the episode with some fantasy football talk with football season right around the corner! Enjoy!
#262 - Is Jaxen Pearson the Ace?!
Jaxen Pearson joins the show to discuss his INCREDIBLE outing against the Midwest Mallards! Tommy breaks down what the Mallards have to improve on to bring home the trophy and the PIU crew finishes the episode with a test of the generation gap! Enjoy!
#261 - Can the Cobras Make the Playoffs?
Full squad on Pipe It Up today, as Caden Irwin and Ty Frenznick join the show to discuss the electric Aberdeen, Maryland Ripken series! Irwin goes into detail about what it is like to play for Drew Davis and how it feels to pick up the Cobs first series win of 2025! Enjoy!
#260 - Playing on ESPN + MLW All-Star Game w/ PB
PB joins the show to discuss playing on ESPN the Ocho and the MLW All-Star Day. Jack and Tom also breakdown their Slate 4 predictions in the Hot Dog challenge. Enjoy!
#259 - Kracht and Schultz Draft All-Star Teams
Packed-action in today's podcast as Jack and Tom bring on 3 guests! The show kicks off with Preston Kolm giving his thoughts on his 2025 Home Run Derby title. Daniel Schultz and Ryan Kracht then join the show to go over their draft selections in the All-Star Game. The fellas wrap it up with wiffs and wins over the past couple weeks. Enjoy!
#258 - Walgate on Why the Magic Are the Team to Beat
RJ Walgate joins the show to give his thoughts on the Metro Magic's impressive start! Jack and Tom then go on to give their hot takes for the season, regular season predictions, and overall summary of the first half of the year! Enjoy!
#257 - Robles Recaps the New York Series
Jordan Robles joins the show today to break down the New York Series, the All-Star Day, and the Mallards going forward! Enjoy!
#256 - All-Star Game: Who's In, Who's Out
Stats Sean joins the show to give everyone the numbies on for the first 3 slates of 2025, and who should be headed to the University of Michigan for the 2025 MLW All-Star Game! Jack and Tom also give their takes on the Cobras and Gators going forward this season! Enjoy!
#255 - Carson Yurgaites on the Eagles' Bounce-Back Series
Are the Eagles back?! Carson Yurgaites joins the show to discuss their bounce-back series, as well as his first career home run! Jack joins the show near the end to breakdown the 4th of July festivities coming up, and possible future MLW broadcasters. Enjoy!
#254 - Brady Pearson Finally Gets Drafted
BANGARANGS still ring through the air as Jack Aigner gives his thoughts on his first home run since 2023! Brady Pearson also joins the show to talk about his incredible series against the Gators. Enjoy!
#253 - D-Backs Recap the St. Louis Series
3 of the Downtown Diamondbacks join the podcast to discuss the first stop on the Summer of Stadiums tour, St. Louis! Tommy gives his wiff of the week and the boys give the updated "Hot Dog Bet" scores. Enjoy!
#252 - Are the Cobras in Trouble?
Drew Davis joins Jack Aigner in todays podcast to discuss the recent Mallards vs. Cobras series. Drew discusses the Cobras moving forward in 2025 and which teams he thinks are threats at the end of slate 2. Enjoy!
#251 - Cats vs. Preds Slugfest Recap
The Pipe It Up duo are back to breakdown an action-packed upload between the Wildcats vs. Preds. The fellas also give the final 3 punishment options for the infamous "Challenge".
#250 - Evan Porter's UNREAL First Outing
Episode 250 of the Pipe it Up! Podcast is here! Preds rookie Evan Porter joins the show to discuss his incredible first career start for the Pacific Predators, Jack gives his thoughts on the new look Metro Magic, and wrap it up by giving their slate 2 predictions. Enjoy!
#249 - Chadwick on How the Gators Took Down the Champs
The Gators take down the defending champs to kick-off their season, and league veteran Jason Chadwick comes on the show to break it down! Enjoy!
#248 - Drew and PB Recap a Brutal Weather Series
In today's episode, Drew Davis and Patrick Baalman break down their first series' of 2025! The conditions, the drama, and the big moments! Enjoy!
#247 - Opening Day Breakdown with Jake Sullivan
The 2025 season is officially here! Jack and Tom breakdown the Mallards vs. DBacks series, talk about the upcoming "challenge" punishment, and talk to Jake Sullivan about his monster opening day series! Enjoy!
#246 - Gators Rookie Sends Message to the League
Gators rookie Dustin Staggs joins the show to discuss his role with his new team! Jack and Tom give their slate one predictions for the 2025 prediction challenge and wrap the episode up by giving some possible punishment ideas. Enjoy!
#245 - Why 2025 was MLW's Best Draft
In today's episode, Jack and Tom breakdown each pick (and trade) of the 2025 MLW Draft! Later in the show Jimmy Knorp and Trey Flood join the pod to discuss the 2025 season with their new look teams'. Enjoy!
#244 - Breaking Down the Eagles World Series Documentary
Jack and Tom are back in the STU! The fellas are joined by Kyle Schultz and Landon Yurgaites to go behind the scenes on the new Eagles documentary. The boys also discuss the Midwest Slugfest tournament from the past weekend and exchange their long-awaited Christmas gifts. Enjoy!
#243 - MLW Trivia Battle!
Jack and Tommy take on Stats Sean in a battle for the ages! 20 MLW World Series related trivia questions written up by Mark Schultz! It all goes down today on episode 243. Enjoy!
#242 - Baran is Retiring!
Four different locations for Episode 242! Jack and Baran kick off the podcast by discussing his recent retirement from MLW and his life outside the league. Then, Tom is on the road while Kyle joins in studio to break down the other off-season moves in the league! Enjoy!
#241 - Headed Back to St. Louis! + Creating Tournament Team Names
Tom and Jack are bringing some packed action in today’s episode! The duo dives into their experiences at the first St. Louis series and previews what to expect on their upcoming trip. Then, they get creative, coming up with some must-hear MLW Tournament team names. And to wrap it all up, the guys share their thoughts on the madness of March Madness so far. Enjoy!
#240 - The ULTIMATE Draft Grade for MLW Teams
Jack and Tom take a deep dive into every MLW draft, grading each team based on their all-time selections. Plus, Brendan Jorgensen joins the show at the end to break down all the madness of March. Tune in and enjoy!
#239 - Greg Kracht Reflects on Ryan's Growth
Greg Kracht joins the podcast to discuss his favorite out-of-state moments, behind the scenes, and Ryan's growth through Wiffle Ball, Baseball, and beyond! Enjoy!
