083 - JT Maguire | Big Leagues to the Backcountry

In this episode of the Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan Uffens is joined by JT Maguire, outfield and base running coach for the Cleveland Guardians. JT shares his story of growing up with baseball as his main focus, working his way through the coaching ranks, and eventually finding a new passion for hunting during the professional baseball offseason. From Arizona mule deer to elk hunting, scouting, and learning from experienced mentors, JT talks about how the backcountry became a place of growth, reset, and discipline. Ryan and JT also break down the powerful overlap between baseball and hunting. They talk about player development, learning from mistakes, staying patient, being physically prepared, and knowing when to be aggressive. JT explains his approach of being “selectively aggressive” — a lesson that applies both to base running and to making smart moves in the field. The conversation covers JT’s first mule deer, his biggest bull elk, the importance of scouting, bowhunting goals, physical conditioning, hunting mentors, and why the hunt is about much more than filling a tag. If you’re a new hunter, a baseball fan, or someone who loves stories about grit, preparation, and the outdoors, this episode is for you.