Aging Curves in Fantasy Baseball: Delta Method vs Regression Insights
An analysis of how auction values shift with player age, contrasting delta and regression methods and their impact on dynasty rankings.
Aug 7, 2026
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Jim Toman, Legendary College Baseball Coach, Dies at 64
Jim Toman, the longtime college baseball coach known for his 400-plus wins and mentorship, died at 64 after a battle with glioblastoma. His family asked that donations be made to the National Brain Tumor Society.
Aug 7, 2026
Jim Toman, a pillar of college baseball, dies at 64
Veteran coach Jim Toman passed away on August 4, 2023, after a battle with glioblastoma. His career spanned decades, multiple programs, and left an indelible mark on the sport.
Aug 7, 2026
Fargo 12U Little League Falls to Davenport Northwest in Opening Game
A 13‑0 defeat to Davenport Northwest drops the Fargo All-Stars into the tournament’s elimination bracket, setting up a rematch with Kearney and a chance at redemption.
Aug 7, 2026
Legendary Coach Jim Toman Passes Away at 64 After Battle with Glioblastoma
Jim Toman, a revered figure in collegiate baseball, died on August 4, 2024, at the age of 64 after a battle with glioblastoma. His career touched multiple programs and generations of players.
Aug 7, 2026
Jim Toman, Legendary College Baseball Coach, Dies at 64
Jim Toman, who spent more than three decades shaping NCAA Division I baseball, passed away on August 4, 2024 after a battle with glioblastoma. His legacy includes over 400 wins, national coaching honors, and a lasting influence on players and the baseball community.
Aug 7, 2026
Legendary Coach Jim Toman Dies at 64 After Glioblastoma Battle
Jim Toman, a celebrated NCAA baseball coach with over 400 career wins, died at 64 after a glioblastoma diagnosis. His career spanned multiple programs and left a lasting imprint on the sport.
Aug 7, 2026
Ethan Jackson Commits to Stetson University, Elevating Lake County Baseball
Junior Ethan Jackson of Eustis High School has pledged to play baseball at Stetson University, bringing a blend of hitting prowess and pitching reliability to the Hatters program.
Aug 7, 2026
Legendary Coach Jim Toman Passes Away at 64
Jim Toman, a revered figure in NCAA Division I baseball, died on August 4, 2023, after a battle with glioblastoma. Over three and a half decades he amassed more than 400 wins and mentored countless players across several programs.
Aug 7, 2026
Jim Toman, Hall‑of‑Fame‑Level College Baseball Coach, Dies at 64
Veteran coach Jim Toman passed away on August 4, 2024 after a battle with glioblastoma, leaving behind a legacy of over 400 wins, championship‑caliber recruiting classes and mentorship that spanned three decades.
Aug 7, 2026
Legendary Coach Jim Toman Passes Away at 64 After Battle with Glioblastoma
Jim Toman, a revered figure in college baseball, died on August 4, 2024, at age 64 after battling glioblastoma. His 35‑year coaching journey spanned multiple programs and left an indelible mark on the sport.
Aug 7, 2026
Red Sox Trade Marcelo Mayer for Erik Miller in Bullpen Upgrade
Boston’s front office swapped its 2021 fourth‑overall pick for a left‑handed reliever, signaling a focus on bullpen depth as the club pushes for a playoff run.
Aug 7, 2026
Jim Toman, Legendary College Baseball Coach, Passes Away at 64
Jim Toman, a revered coach in NCAA Division I baseball, died after a battle with glioblastoma. His career spanned multiple programs and left an indelible mark on the game.
Aug 7, 2026
Jim Toman, Legendary College Baseball Coach, Dies at 64
Veteran coach Jim Toman, celebrated for his mentorship and over 400 wins, passed away on August 4, 2023 after a battle with glioblastoma.
Aug 7, 2026
Jim Toman, Legendary College Baseball Coach, Passes Away at 64
Veteran coach Jim Toman, celebrated for his strategic brilliance and dedication to player development, died on August 4 after a battle with glioblastoma. His legacy lives on through the countless athletes and colleagues he inspired.
Aug 7, 2026
Legendary Coach Jim Toman Dies at 64 After Battle with Glioblastoma
Jim Toman, a revered figure in college baseball who amassed more than 400 victories over a 35‑year coaching career, died on August 4, 2024 after a battle with glioblastoma. His journey from a high school captain in Pennsylvania to a celebrated coach at multiple Division I programs left an indelible mark on the sport.
Aug 7, 2026
Tim Pletkovich to Share Scouting Tales at Bishop Hill
Tim Pletkovich, a former baseball scout, will present “Confessions of a Baseball Scout” at Bishop Hill’s Steeple Building Museum on August 15, sharing personal stories from his early career with the Phillies and Cubs.
Aug 7, 2026
Bandits Edge Past Locke Electric in Opening Round of Class B Tournament
Lennox Bandits edged Groton Locke Electric 2-1 in the first round of the Class B state amateur baseball tournament, advancing to the second round after a decisive eighth‑inning run.
Aug 7, 2026
Around the Bases Returns to Capture the Heartbeat of Little League Region Play
Live coverage of the Little League Baseball Region Tournaments airs August 8–9, 2024, on ESPN+, hosted by Matt Schick and Mike Rooney, with insights from coordinating producer Scott Gustafson.
Aug 7, 2026
WPBL’s Historic Debut Draws Thousands in Rain‑Soaked Inaugural Game
A rainy opening game between the Los Angeles Queens and New York Heights attracted over 4,000 fans, featured historic firsts on the field and a ceremonial tribute to AAGPBL pioneer Maybelle Blair.
Aug 7, 2026
Legendary Coach Jim Toman Passes Away at 64 After Battle with Glioblastoma
Jim Toman, who spent 35 years shaping NCAA Division I baseball, died on August 4 after a battle with glioblastoma. His journey from Monroeville, Pennsylvania, to the sidelines of several major programs left an indelible mark on the sport.
Aug 7, 2026
Asher Newton Commits to Kansas State Baseball
Asher Newton, a standout junior from Manhattan High, announced his commitment to Kansas State University, capping a sophomore season that saw his team capture a Class 6A regional title and earn multiple all‑state honors.
Aug 7, 2026
Garner American Legion Team Opens Southeast Regional With Two Wins
North Carolina’s Garner squad secured its first two games, while Florida, South Carolina and others advanced through a series of decisive matchups.
Aug 7, 2026
American League West’s Historic Collapse: A Division in Crisis
The AL West is on track to make history with five teams posting negative run differentials, a first in division history. Despite Yordan Alvarez's dominance, the Astros sit at minus‑25, while the Athletics and Angels dismiss GMs, the Mariners struggle offensively, and the Angels lean on Mike Trout amid a bleak outlook.
Aug 7, 2026