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Scott Brown, a right‑handed pitcher who briefly wore a Cincinnati Reds uniform in 1981, passed away at 69. His life spanned a high‑school track record, a notable minor‑league stint, a short MLB debut, and a later career on the rails, leaving behind a wife, two children and a legacy of colorful storytelling.
Top prospect Josuar Gonzalez dazzled with a 109‑mph single, while Rod Barajas hit three homers and Leandro Rodriguez delivered a strong pitching debut.
Karson Milbrandt, the Marlins' highly touted right‑hander, has moved from Double‑A to Triple‑A, posting mixed results while showcasing a diverse pitch mix and a resilient mindset.
Hunter Possehl, drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 2026 MLB Draft, reflects on his journey from high school stardom to professional training, crediting family, college and his new pitch arsenal.
The American Association of Professional Baseball announced a three‑year extension for Commissioner Josh Schaub, securing his leadership through 2028 as the league celebrates record broadcast reach, social media expansion and rising sponsorship revenue.
A handful of teams with modest payrolls are reshaping the American League playoff picture, prompting experts to question whether a salary cap is the answer.
The NW 509 Stars survived a late rally to beat Albuquerque Baseball Academy 3‑2, advancing to face the Dulins Dodgers Americans while rewriting a quarter‑century‑old drought for New Mexico teams.
On Tuesday, McCook edged Holdrege 4-3 in a winner‑take‑all game for the Class B6 crown, while Palmer‑Woolbach‑Greeley routed Imperial 13‑7 in the Class C7 final, highlighted by a seven‑run fourth inning.
The Women’s Baseball World Cup in Rockford, Illinois, brought together more than 7,000 attendees, filled 3,500 hotel rooms and is projected to have generated close to $3 million in economic activity for the city.
North Star’s 4‑0 shutout ends Grand Island Home Federal’s run, while McCook edged Holdrege 4‑3 to capture the Class B Area 6 championship.
The Blue Jays' farm system, once among the league’s weakest, is undergoing a rapid transformation thanks to strategic trades, a productive draft, and emerging prospects like Arjun Nimmala and Gage Stanifer.
A look at the top trade targets, their recent performances and the contractual nuances that make each a compelling piece for playoff‑bound clubs.
The 2026 MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia blended classic festivities with fresh activations, from the Swingman Classic for HBCU talent to a revamped Home Run Derby that saw Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker claim victory.
Peter Alderman, a retired teacher from Natick, Massachusetts, now lives in Franklin, Tennessee, where he channels his lifelong love of baseball into a suspenseful novel titled Slider, weaving familiar New England settings with a story of retribution.
The market is fluid, with standout performances from Luis Arráez to Mickey Moniak influencing potential moves.
Lincoln Little League secured a spot in the state title game after a decisive victory over Cranston Western, setting up a winner‑take‑all showdown with Barrington.
The 2026 Texas high school baseball season produced a wealth of talent in the Big Country region, with coaches, players and teams earning recognition on the All‑Big Country Super Team.
A standout left‑handed pitcher/outfielder from North Marion High School has pledged to the University of Miami, citing a lifelong dream and a plan to study finance.
After a historic junior year that saw him hit .487 and lead his team to a conference title, Jay McConnaughey has pledged to continue his baseball career at Fairfield University, where he plans to major in business.
The 2026 MLB draft highlighted South Carolina's rising talent, with Carson Bolemon, Taj Marchand and Bo Lowrance selected in the first two rounds, while the HSSR confronts a $10,000 computer failure that threatened the release of all‑state teams.
Juneau’s Little League Majors All-Stars clinched the 2026 Alaska District 2 Championship with a 9-1 victory over Ketchikan, setting up a state series against Anchorage’s Abbott-O-Rabbitt.
The rise of West Virginia University baseball, from its early 1900s heyday to a historic 2026 College World Series appearance, reflects a century of competition, community, and unforgettable moments.
During a July 28, 2026, matchup, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dane Roberts, together with players Max Muncy, Freddie Freeman and Dalton Rushing, approached the mound for a pitching change against the Seattle Mariners.
Across more than a century, July 29 has been marked by no‑hitters, record‑breaking homers, and Hall of Fame inductions that continue to influence the game.