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PhoulBallz Podcast Episode 60: Mark Leiter Interview w/ Willians Astudillo Cameo

On the 60th edition of the PhoulBallz Minor League Podcast, Tug and Jay talk about prospects galore, including Tyson Gillies, Cameron Perkins and Mookie Betts. The guys also discuss the struggling Clearwater Threshers and their disappointing output. The show also features an exclusive interview with pitcher Mark Leiter Jr., with a sweet vocal cameo from Lakewood standout Willians Astudillo.

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