Joined by former Missouri State head baseball coach Keith Guttin to set the tone for a new Bears baseball season, starting with a night that celebrates the program’s roots and where it’s headed next. From the legacy behind First Pitch Night to the presence of a true Bears great, this segment taps into what Missouri State baseball has always been built on.

The conversation looks forward just as much as it looks back, with Guttin offering perspective on the current roster, the physicality of this year’s team, and how the college baseball landscape is shifting fast. With roster limits and revenue changes reshaping the sport, this hour blends tradition, honesty, and insight into what the future may demand from programs trying to keep pace.

Joined by former Missouri State head baseball coach&nbsp;Keith Guttin to set the tone for a new Bears baseball season, starting with a night that celebrates the program&rsquo;s roots and where it&rsquo;s headed next. From the legacy behind First Pitch Night to the presence of a true Bears great, this segment taps into what Missouri State baseball has always been built on.
The conversation looks forward just as much as it looks back, with Guttin offering perspective on the current roster, the physicality of this year&rsquo;s team, and how the college baseball landscape is shifting fast. With roster limits and revenue changes reshaping the sport, this hour blends tradition, honesty, and insight into what the future may demand from programs trying to keep pace.

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Stay in the Game with 102.1 The Won &ndash; Springfield&rsquo;s Sports Hub
Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won &mdash; your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.
-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.