Ryan Ahlum Takes the Helm of Myers Park Baseball Program
Ryan Ahlum, a Myers Park High School alumnus and former standout player, has been appointed head coach, bringing a 172‑41 record and a commitment to student‑athlete development.
Aug 26, 2026
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Kwanza Jones Uses Culture In Motion™ and SUPERCHARGED® to Revitalize Baseball in Black Communities
Kwanza Jones is redefining baseball engagement for Black audiences through cultural initiatives that merge sport with music, theater, and community storytelling.
Aug 26, 2026
Canada and Asia‑Pacific Set for Another Showdown at the 2026 Little League World Series
The 2026 Little League World Series continues with a highly anticipated clash between Canada and the Asia‑Pacific region, featuring a tight 2‑1 record for both squads and a spot in the knockout stage on the line.
Aug 25, 2026
Bob Janeda Retires After Seven Years, Leaving a Legacy of Montour Baseball Success
After seven seasons at the helm of Montour High School baseball, Bob Janeda announces his retirement, citing family commitments as his sons and daughter embark on college journeys.
Aug 25, 2026
Tacoma’s Soundview Little League Falls Short at Little League World Series
Tacoma’s Soundview Little League team concluded its Little League World Series run with a 4‑2 defeat to the Southeast Region’s Phenix City squad, ending a 2‑2 tournament record and setting the stage for a future showdown.
Aug 25, 2026
College Baseball Player Glen Pysher Fatally Shot After Entering Wrong Pennsylvania Home
A 23‑year‑old New Jersey athlete was killed by police in Upper Pottsgrove after mistakenly entering a neighbor’s house; his mother remembers his joyful spirit as a crowdfunding campaign raises over $24,000.
Aug 25, 2026
NCAA Approves Automated Ball‑Strike System for Division I Baseball Starting 2027
The NCAA announced that from the 2027 season onward, Division I programs may employ an automated ball‑strike system, allowing challenges to umpire calls and building on a pilot used by the Southeastern Conference in 2026.
Aug 25, 2026
Reese Chapman Returns to Tennessee Baseball as Student Assistant Coach Amid Eligibility Battle
Reese Chapman, a former Tennessee right fielder, now serves as a student assistant coach while navigating a court‑ordered stay that threatens his chance to play in 2027.
Aug 25, 2026
Reese Chapman Returns to Tennessee Baseball as Student Assistant Coach
Reese Chapman, a Colorado native and top-ranked outfielder, has returned to the University of Tennessee Volunteers baseball program as a student assistant coach after a standout high school and collegiate career.
Aug 25, 2026
Reese Chapman Returns to Tennessee Baseball as Student Assistant
After a four‑year stint that produced 33 home runs and 137 RBIs, Reese Chapman rejoins the Volunteers in a new capacity, underscoring a coaching staff’s retention strategy and the wider implications of recent NCAA eligibility rules.
Aug 25, 2026
USA Baseball’s 18U Camp Brings Back Seasoned Faces
Five returning athletes reflect on lessons learned from international play, emphasizing mental resilience, adaptability, and humility as they prepare for the competitive selection process.
Aug 25, 2026
Connor Lambert’s Contract Extension Marks a Turning Point for Washington Baseball
Connor Lambert has secured a contract extension with the University of Washington, cementing his role in a program that has rapidly ascended in the Big Ten and produced several MLB‑ready pitchers.
Aug 25, 2026
Denae Benites: Redefining Women’s Professional Baseball
Denae Benites, a trailblazing catcher, has risen from a historic high‑school debut to league‑leading stats and cultural prominence, shaping the future of women's baseball.
Aug 25, 2026
NCAA Expands Automated Umpire System Across All College Baseball Divisions
The governing body has green‑lighted a technology that lets teams challenge ball and strike calls, while also mandating 18‑inch bases, a double first base and a 30‑second timer in the top tier.
Aug 25, 2026
Sporting News Honors Red Sox Legends in ‘Baseball’s Greatest Players’ Project
Eight Boston Red Sox icons — including Wade Boggs, Mookie Betts and Lefty Grove — are spotlighted in a sweeping tribute that blends historic achievement with a push to rescue forgotten legends from the shadows of baseball history.
Aug 25, 2026
Mason Adams Poised for MLB Debut After Remarkable Recovery
After a 16‑month comeback from Tommy John surgery, Mason Adams is set to make his Major League debut for the Rockies, joining a distinguished line of former Dolphin pitchers.
Aug 25, 2026
NCAA Expands Automated Ball‑Strike System Across All College Baseball Divisions
The NCAA has green‑lighted an automated strike‑zone system for use in every division of college baseball, building on a successful trial in the SEC. Alongside the technology, the association mandated larger square bases, a double first base, a 30‑second timer in Division I and optional pitcher‑disengagement experiments.
Aug 25, 2026
NCAA Approves Automated Ball/Strike System for College Baseball
The NCAA has cleared an automated strike‑zone system for use in college baseball, allowing teams to challenge calls, while also introducing new base dimensions, timing rules, and pitcher disengagement limits for the upcoming season.
Aug 25, 2026
Late‑Season Roster Shuffles Reshape Playing Time Across MLB
A look at how recent injuries, call‑ups and roster adjustments have dramatically altered the on‑field roles of several high‑profile players in the final stretch of the season.
Aug 25, 2026
NCAA Approves Automated Ball/Strike System for College Baseball
The governing body has green‑lighted a suite of innovations — from challengeable calls to 18‑inch bases — set to reshape the game.
Aug 25, 2026
Brantley and Votto Rejoin Sunday Night Baseball
Jeff Brantley and Joey Votto are set to reappear on NBC’s Sunday Night Baseball, bringing their playing experience and fresh insights to a lineup that includes Anthony Rizzo, Jason Benetti and Clayton Kershaw.
Aug 25, 2026
Midseason Bullpen Shifts: Who’s Poised to Close?
With several teams jockeying for reliable closers, standout performances and strategic moves are reshaping bullpen dynamics.
Aug 25, 2026
Jack Ishmael Named Head Baseball Coach of the Chico Dragons
Former Paradise High standout Jack Ishmael has been appointed head baseball coach at Chico Dragons, bringing a blend of local roots and collegiate experience to a program eager to break a three‑year playoff drought.
Aug 25, 2026
NCAA Greenlights Automated Ball‑Strike System for College Baseball
The governing body has approved a suite of experimental changes, from a technology‑driven strike zone to larger bases and a mandatory three‑batter minimum, slated for rollout across all divisions.
Aug 25, 2026