Jewish Baseball - More Than A Game Podcast

This week on Jewish Baseball – More Than A Game, we’re joined by Ben Leeds, a catcher at Union College whose journey is about far more than baseball.As a practicing Orthodox Jewish athlete, Ben has shown incredible dedication to both his faith and the game—often walking miles to games on Saturdays to honor the Sabbath while still showing up for his team. His story is one of discipline, identity, and resilience.Ben shares what it means to compete at a high level without compromising who you are, and how he hopes to inspire the next generation of Jewish athletes to do the same. We also dive into his upcoming trip to Israel, where he’ll be helping coach and grow the game internationally.A powerful conversation about passion, purpose, and staying true to your values—on and off the field.

This week on Jewish Baseball – More Than A Game, we sit down with Aaron Machbitz for one of our most powerful conversations yet.Aaron’s journey is truly unique — from competing at the Division I level on the baseball field, to stepping into the ring as a professional wrestler, to now becoming a dedicated mental health advocate. His story goes far beyond sports, diving into identity, resilience, and the importance of taking care of your mental well-being.We talk about the transition between careers, the challenges athletes face off the field, and how Aaron is using his experiences to make a real impact.This is more than just baseball — it’s about growth, purpose, and perspective.

Team Israel is heading back to the World Baseball Classic, and the excitement around the roster, the talent, and the expectations continues to grow.On this episode of Jewish Baseball – More Than A Game, we welcome Max Mannis to break down everything you need to know about Team Israel heading into the WBC. We dive into the roster construction, key players to watch, the challenges of international competition, and what it means to represent Israel on baseball’s biggest global stage.Max shares insights on the team’s strengths, potential breakout performers, and how Israel stacks up against the rest of the field. We also discuss the growth of Jewish baseball worldwide and why the WBC has become such an important moment for the game.If you're following Team Israel, the World Baseball Classic, or the continued rise of Jewish baseball, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.⚾️ Jewish Baseball – More Than A GameWhere baseball, identity, and community meet.

With the World Baseball Classic just around the corner, we welcome back a familiar voice to the show — Benjamin Rosengard.In this episode of Jewish Baseball – More Than A Game, Ben shares what it truly means to earn a spot on a WBC roster and the responsibility that comes with representing Team Israel on the international stage.We dive into:• The mindset behind making the WBC team• The pride of wearing “Israel” across your chest• A full breakdown of Team Israel’s bracket and what to expect in pool play• The global impact of Jewish baseball at the highest levelThis conversation goes beyond the diamond — it’s about identity, opportunity, and competing for something bigger than yourself.The World Baseball Classic is almost here. Get ready. 🇮🇱⚾️#ShalomSluggers #JewishBaseball #WBC #TeamIsrael #MoreThanAGame

After 738 days, the living hostages are finally home.This episode is dedicated to those who have returned — and to those who are no longer with us.On this Simchat Torah, we reflect on the power of hope, the resilience of our people, and the meaning of coming home.We are proud to be Jewish — and unapologetically Jewish.Am Yisrael Chai. 💙🇮🇱