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The First Televised Baseball Game: A 1939 Milestone

On August 26, 1939, Major League Baseball aired its inaugural televised game between the Cincinnati Reds and Brooklyn Dodgers, a modest production that reached just a few thousand homes while the ballpark was filled with 33,000 fans.

Aug 26, 2026

Mets Edge Past Brewers in Extra-Inning Thriller

In a tightly contested matchup on August 25, 2026, the New York Mets rallied in the bottom of the tenth to defeat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2, with standout contributions from pitcher Jefry Yan and first baseman Christopher Morel.

Aug 26, 2026

The Birth of Broadcast Baseball

On August 26, 1939, a modest experiment at Ebbets Field turned baseball into a televised spectacle, laying the groundwork for the multibillion-dollar industry we know today.

Aug 26, 2026

A Century of Cub devotion: The Goldstick‑Meagher legacy

Jerry Goldstick's lifelong devotion to the Chicago Cubs shaped his family's story, from wartime service to a 2016 World Series watch at age 92, and now continues through his grandson Michael Meagher's role with the club.

Aug 26, 2026

Ryan Forrest Takes the Helm of Princeton Baseball

Princeton University has named Ryan Forrest as its 17th head baseball coach, tapping a veteran developer of elite pitchers to revive a program that last captured an Ivy League title in 2016.

Aug 26, 2026

Indians Drop 6-1 to Canadians, Streak Hits Three

The Spokane Indians fell 6-1 to the Vancouver Canadians, extending their losing streak as prospect JoJo Parker’s RBI effort wasn’t enough, and roster moves loom as the team slides in the Northwest League standings.

Aug 26, 2026

College Baseball Player Killed After Entering Wrong Home in Pennsylvania

A 23‑year‑old New Jersey native, Glen Pysher, was shot by police in Upper Pottsgrove after mistakenly stepping into the wrong house while celebrating a friend’s birthday. Unarmed and holding only a phone, he died despite the police’s claim of a break‑in attempt. His mother, Erin Pysher, and a GoFundMe campaign have since rallied support for the grieving family.

Aug 26, 2026

Ryan Ahlum Takes the Helm of Myers Park Baseball

Ryan Ahlum, a 2013 Myers Park graduate and former standout player, has been named head coach of the school’s varsity baseball program, succeeding Erik Foor. Principal Robert Folk highlighted his dedication and the program’s bright future.

Aug 26, 2026

NCAA Approves Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System for 2027

The NCAA has green‑lit an experimental Automated Ball‑Strike (ABS) challenge system for the 2027 season, giving players a way to contest umpired decisions. Alongside the technology, a suite of rule changes — including larger bases, a 30‑second timer and expanded video review — will be tested across Divisions I, II and III.

Aug 26, 2026