Claim OwnershipCurves, Cannons and Bells - The Official Podcast of the San Antonio Missions
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Curves, Cannons and Bells is the official podcast of the San Antonio Missions Baseball Club, Double-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. Host Brian Yancelson gives fans an inside look at all things Missions while celebrating the rich culture surrounding baseball in San Antonio. Whether it’s exclusive interviews with players and coaches, a look at upcoming promotions at The Wolff, or sit-downs with the Missions front office, you won’t want to miss a second!
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Missions manager Luke Montz joins to look back at the best moments of 2025. He also discusses his future after three years with the San Antonio Missions.
Missions pitching coach Jeff Andrews joins Brian to look back on 40 years as a professional pitching coach. From how pitching has evolved, to who he has helped, Andrews and Brian cover a lot of ground.
Missions reliever Ryan Och gets a big surprise while chatting with Brian at San Antonio Pets Alive, where he volunteers before every Missions home game. Hear about both his career and his community service, which to him go hand in hand.
Missions outfielder Kai Murphy was essentially born on a baseball field. Kai, who is the son of Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy, joins Brian to discuss his childhood growing up around the game, how he finished his degree during at Arizona State this season and so much more!
Missions hitting coach Eric Del Prado joins Brian to discuss his background in the Division III world. He also gives insight into what a hitting coach does on a daily basis at the Double-A level.
Henry Baez, the San Diego Padres Minor League Pitcher of the Year in 2024 and Texas League ERA leader in 2025, joins Brian on the podcast to discuss his journey from the Dominican Republic to being one of the best pitchers in the minors. This is a translation from the original interview, which is also available as a separate episode.
Henry Baez, the San Diego Padres Minor League Pitcher of the Year in 2024 and the Texas League Leader in ERA in 2025, joins Brian to talk about his journey from the Dominican Republic to being one of the best pitchers in the minors. This is the original version of the interview in Spanish. You can also listen to the English translation, which is listed as a separate episode.
Missions catcher and infielder Anthony Vilar joins Brian to chat about how he became a professional catcher despite never catching at the University of Miami, he discusses his Cuban heritage and he talks some hoops.
Missions first baseman Romeo Sanabria joins Brian in Amarillo to discuss his rapid rise from junior college to top prospect. They also discuss some of the more exciting events of the 2025 season.
Missions starter Braden Nett joins Brian and shares his incredible story of being an undrafted free agent and becoming a top Padres prospect. Nett also tries his hand at "Name That Mission" and discovers more about a teammate.
San Diego Padres reliever Bryan Hoeing joins Brian as he continues his rehab assignment with the Missions. Hoeing has been recovering from a shoulder injury that's had him on the 60-day Injured List.
Stu Paul and Brian Yancelson, broadcast partners when the Missions hit the road, chat in Amarillo. Get to know more about Paul's long career and favorite memories in the industry.
Missions infielder Marcos Castañon and Brian chat at Whataburger Field in Corpus Christi. Learn about how Castañon got into baseball growing up in the Inland Empire and how he's become the player he is today.
Missions manager Luke Montz joins Brian to discuss the upcoming 2025 season ahead of Opening Day. From names to look out for, to what it means to be in San Antonio, Montz provides tremendous insight.
While at Spring Training in Arizona, Brian is joined by John Nolan, Broadcasting & Media Relations Manager for the Fort Wayne Tin Caps. They discuss the relationship between the Missions and Tin Caps as the High-A and Double-A affiliates of the San Diego Padres and reminisce over their favorite broadcasting memories.
MLB All-Star Jackson Merrill joins Brian from Spring Training in Arizona to discuss his memories of being a San Antonio Mission in 2023.
As the 2025 season approaches, Brian welcomes fans back to the podcast. He explains the exciting new name and is joined by David Baez, Missions Director of Marketing, to preview many of the exciting promotions fans can expect this year at The Wolff.
With the 2024 season ending for the Missions, Jeremy and Brian tie a bow on season one of 1888. From highlighting memorable moments and players, to discussing the future, you won't want to miss a second!
The Missions enter a critical final stretch of the season as the playoffs approach. Jeremy and Brian also welcome infielder Ripken Reyes to learn about his pursuit of a PhD, his community service in San Antonio and so much more.
As the Dog Days of August roll along, Texas native and Missions reliever Jason Blanchard jumps on for a fun conversation with Jeremy and Brian.
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