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Mountaineers and Trojans Prepare for Omaha Showdown

The West Virginia Mountaineers and Troy Trojans meet again in Omaha, where the loser’s season ends and the winner eyes a rematch with North Carolina. Projected lineups feature a host of players, including Armani Guzman and Gavin Kelly, while starting pitchers are slated to take the mound.

Jun 16, 2026

Giants Pitcher’s Biblical Message Sparks MLB Warning Amid Pride Night

During a Pride Night game, San Francisco Giants pitcher Landen Roupp displayed a Bible verse on his cap, prompting a league warning. The incident unfolded alongside similar gestures by teammates and a former Dodgers star, raising questions about personal expression on the field.

Jun 16, 2026

Weekend Baseball Roundup

Dustion Rector’s seven‑RBI explosion, Owen Latham’s dominant pitching, and a slate of live radio broadcasts highlight the weekend’s baseball schedule across the region.

Jun 16, 2026

ABM Secures Multi‑Year Janitorial Partnership with the Atlanta Braves

ABM, a leading facility services provider, announced a multi‑year contract to supply janitorial services at Truist Park, marking its 10th Major League Baseball partnership and its first in Atlanta. The deal leverages tech‑enabled tools to enhance coordination across the 1.1‑million‑square‑foot campus, which welcomes roughly three million fans annually.

Jun 16, 2026

Wally Backman Takes the Helm of Staten Island FerryHawks, Promising a Turnaround

Wally Backman, a 66‑year‑old former New York Mets star, has been appointed manager of the Staten Island FerryHawks, an independent Atlantic League team. He emphasizes winning and hard work, has no interest in returning to the Mets, and is working with chairman John Catsimatidis to improve the fan experience. The team, which started the season 8‑40, will host an in‑season tryout on June 23 and open its first home game on June 24, hoping to spark a second‑half resurgence.

Jun 16, 2026