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Thomas Edward John, a Hall of Fame pitcher born in Terre Haute, Indiana, overcame a career‑ending elbow injury to become one of baseball’s most celebrated comeback stories. His 26‑year career and pioneering surgery left an indelible mark on the game.
Cole Gabrielson’s first Triple‑A outing came on the mound, but his family’s deep baseball roots and a recent award for teammate Brendan Beck highlight a promising chapter for the Scranton/Wilkes‑Barre RailRiders.
Reed Peters, who led the University of the Pacific’s Tigers to consecutive 20‑win seasons and a historic WCC Tournament run, died after a brief illness. His influence extended from community college roots to the minor leagues, leaving a lasting imprint on players like Brendan O’Sullivan and his twin brother Rex.