# Dedeaux Download Podcast: Kevin Takeuchi talks injury return, defensive proficiency

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Podcast: [Peristyle Podcast - USC Trojan Football Discussion](https://stenobird.com/podcast/peristyle-podcast-usc-trojan-football-discussion-458589)
Published: 2026-04-28T16:47:00+00:00
Episode link: https://247sports.com/college/usc/article/dedeaux-download-podcast-usc-baseball-kevin-takeuchi-interview-center-fielder-injury-defense-283418689/
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The Dedeaux Download Podcast returns with Shotgun Spratling and podcast co-host Kasey Kazliner breaking down USC baseball's bounce back series sweep of Purdue after a four-game losing streak and previewing the Trojans' upcoming week of action. They also talk with USC junior center fielder Kevin Takeuchi about his recent power surge and the vibes around the program with the Trojans now 34-11 (16-8). In the first half of the show, Takeuchi talks about how he's been able to tap into his power more in recent games and how he's become such a good defender despite having barely any prior experience at the premium position he plays. He also discusses why USC continues to have so much success at new Dedeaux Field and what the Trojans have to do to play better on the road . After a break, Shotgun and Kasey break down the Trojans' 4-0 week in the Three Up, Three Down segment, looking at the positives and negatives from the Purdue sweep following a get-right game at Cal State Fullerton. Shotgun and Kasey close out the show taking a look at where the Trojans' stand in the rankings, where their hosting chances stand and previewing a week of take-care-of-business games against UC Irvine and Rutgers. Please review, rate and subscribe to the Peristyle Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Make sure you check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠USCFootball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for complete coverage of USC Trojans football, basketball, baseball and recruiting. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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