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Senior right-hander Asher Pruemer was named The News-Gazette's All-Area Baseball Player of the Year after guiding the Spartans to a 15-1 victory in the state title game and finishing the season with an 11-0 record and a 1.12 ERA.
Coach Josh Haley's 15th season culminated in a 40-2 record, a 500th career win and a Class 2A state championship. His family's insights illuminate the close-knit community that powered the Spartans' historic run.
The 2026 MLB Draft opened today, with Kentucky’s Tyler Bell expected to be among the early picks despite not being a consensus top‑slot name.
Kentucky Wildcats shortstop Tyler Bell, a top prospect in the 2026 class, is expected to hear his name among the early picks when the 2026 MLB Draft opens today.
The News-Gazette unveiled its annual All-Area baseball selections, recognizing top high school athletes from a wide range of schools.
With top pitchers and position players projected to be selected, Tennessee’s draft class promises to shape the future of the Vols' program.
The 2026 MLB Draft begins July 11 in Philadelphia, spotlighting Mississippi State’s ace third baseman Ace Reese and several other Bulldogs prospects who are expected to be selected across the early rounds.
The latest All-Area baseball team brings together top high school seniors from across central Illinois, each with a unique blend of athletic promise and personal passions.
A dominant pitching display and clutch defense propelled West Windsor past Sunnybrae, earning them a championship berth against Nottingham.
Major League Baseball’s latest collective bargaining proposals aim to reshape the amateur draft, targeting high school players and slashing signing bonuses. The move pits owners against the players’ union and raises the specter of a 2027 lockout that could cripple the sport.
Vanderbilt enters the 2026 MLB Draft with 14 eligible players, highlighted by Braden Holcomb's No. 226 ranking, while a wave of top recruits and broadcast coverage amplify the program's growing influence.
Ole Miss is set to have multiple players drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighted by pitchers Cade Townsend and Taylor Rabe projected for early rounds, with additional prospects and a schedule that spans two days.
Several standout baseball players from the Jersey Shore are among the leading prospects for the 2026 MLB Draft, set to unfold in Philadelphia over two days.
Coach Michael Earley expresses frustration over the timing of the MLB Draft as key players like Gavin Grahovac, Caden Sorrell and Chris Hacopian near selection, while the program reflects on recent successes and the path of recent alumni such as Braden Montgomery and Michael Wacha.
St. Joseph-Ogden's Asher Pruemer was named The News-Gazette's 2026 All-Area Baseball Player of the Year after guiding his team to an undefeated Class 2A championship, while Coach Josh Haley was honored as Coach of the Year.
Coach Michael Earley expresses frustration over the MLB Draft schedule, while the Aggies' recent successes and upcoming draft picks highlight both opportunity and uncertainty for the program.
South Carolina’s baseball program entered the offseason with a stark reality: a 22‑25 overall record and a 7‑23 mark in SEC play left the Gamecocks missing the postseason for the first time in years. The disappointment sparked a coaching carousel, culminating in the hiring of Kevin Schnall, a former assistant who brings a fresh philosophy and a promise of accelerated development. Athletic director Monte Lee expressed confidence that Schnall’s recruiting connections and player‑development background will restore competitiveness. With the 2026 MLB Draft looming, the focus has shifted to evaluating talent that could be selected as early as July 11, when rounds one through four unfold, and continuing through July 12 for rounds five to twenty. The Greenville News is tracking every South Carolina prospect, from high‑school signees to transfer portal additions, providing daily updates on signings, slot values and projected draft positions. For fans, the draft represents more than just numbers; it is a barometer of how quickly the new coaching staff can translate recruiting gains into on‑field success.
Multiple Tennessee players are projected to be selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, with signing deadlines and coverage details outlined.
From the NECBL to the Connecticut Collegiate Baseball League, a wave of home-grown talent is set to light up Heroes Field on July 11.
Otto Lopez, Heriberto Hernandez and Cole Carrigg are surging, while Braden Montgomery, Cody Bellinger and Jazz Chisholm Jr. are mired in a slump.
UCF outfielder Andrew Williamson, ranked among the top prospects for this year's MLB draft, blends family legacy with standout performance to potentially become the first UCF player selected in the first round since 2004.
A deep dive into the ten most relevant fantasy baseball questions for Week 15, covering player outlooks, injury returns, and team trends.
An analysis of the most valuable double‑start pitchers in Week 17, focusing on Cristopher Sanchez, Hunter Greene and Griffin Jax, and the matchup metrics that make them fantasy assets.
A look at the latest closer performances, emerging trade rumors and the impact on fantasy lineups as the season hits its midway point.