Baseball
Zach McKinstry: A Student of the Game
Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson›
Aug 10, 202558:16
Listen now
Listen in the appEpisode context
ListenWatch
Keep going with Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson.
Listen here, open the show page, or watch the linked video version without starting over in search.
Mentioned in this episode
Episode Notes
Tigers' utility man Zach McKinstry joins Jason and Dan to discuss his journey from being a
33rd round draft pick to an All-Star. What work did he put in during the offseason? How did
teammates, coaches and his family help him to grow? How important is it to continue
learning about the nuances of the game? McKinstry emphasizes the importance of “being
your own biggest fan and playing your game” and how that mentality has carried him
through her career. He shares stories of his childhood and the love for learning more about
the game of baseball. What influence did his brother have on him? How did being "the
dirtiest kid of the field” translate to his mentality playing baseball today? How does the
importance of the mental side of the game translate into what McKinstry and this Tigers
team have done this season? Hear about McKinstry (as well as Jason and Dan’s) daredevil
side, his experience at his first All-Star game and his connection with his nephew.
Next listen
Kerry Carpenter: Playing with Peace
4 days ago1:03:18
Listen guide
How do I listen to this episode of Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson?
"Zach McKinstry: A Student of the Game" is an episode of Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson. Runtime 58 min. Published August 10, 2025. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
Step by step
- Open Spot Sports. Get the free Spot Sports app for background play, lock-screen controls, and offline downloads.
- Or stream right here. Tap play on the episode card above. No app needed.
- Browse the full podcast. Jump to the Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson page for the rest of the catalog.
- Or subscribe in any podcast app. Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson ships on a standard RSS feed, so Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and Pocket Casts all work too.
Quick FAQ
- When was this episode published?
- August 10, 2025.
- How long is this episode?
- 58 min.
- What podcast is this from?
- Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
- What does this episode cover?
- Have A Seat with Jason Benetti and Dan Dickerson covers baseball. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.
