Sources Tell Jeff Passan

The Magic of September Baseball: When Anything Can Happen

September 1, 2026·51 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

September is one of the most special times on the baseball calendar. For players grinding away in the minor leagues, it’s a month when anything can happen — and the dream of reaching the big leagues can suddenly feel a whole lot closer. This week, I’m celebrating September baseball through three remarkable stories: John Paciorek, who went 3-for-3 in his only MLB game and finished with a perfect 1.000 batting average; Brian Jeroloman, who was called up by the Blue Jays in 2011 but never got into a major league game; and Matt Buschmann, who joins me to share his own unforgettable September baseball story. Three very different journeys — and a reminder of the hope and possibility that September brings to baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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