2026 Interscholastic Athletic Conference Names MVPs and All‑Stars
The conference released its 2026 baseball awards, recognizing standout players from schools spanning Lansing to Tioga.
Jul 10, 2026
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Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Honor Local Standouts in 2026 All‑Ohio Teams
The Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association announced its 2026 All‑Ohio and All‑District selections, highlighting a group of regional players who excelled in Division III, V and VII.
Jul 10, 2026
A Father’s Baseball Diary: Reflections from the Bleachers
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The Enduring Legacy of ACME Baseball in Ohio’s Summer Leagues
Originating in 1960 as an alternative to American Legion baseball, ACME has persisted through funding cuts and the rise of travel ball, thanks to community support and standout coaches who credit the league with developing talent.
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Kansas Baseball Stars Projected as Early MLB Draft Picks
With the MLB Draft approaching, Kansas University’s baseball program is poised to see multiple players selected, highlighted by shortstop Tyson LeBlanc’s record‑setting season and the emergence of pitchers and position players poised for professional opportunities.
Jul 10, 2026
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Jul 10, 2026
Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Induction Class
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Backyard Baseball Makes a Comeback on Steam with New Modes and a Soho Pop‑Up
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Auburn Baseball Coach Tours Prospects Ahead of MLB Draft
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Jul 10, 2026
El Paso’s Baseball Talent Heads to the 2026 MLB Draft
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Jul 10, 2026
NFHS Approves sweeping rule changes for high school baseball
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Jim Mentz Leaves Palo Verde After 36 Years to Coach Cienega Baseball
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After nearly four decades at Palo Verde, legendary coach Jim Mentz is set to become the new baseball coach at Cienega High School, bringing his championship pedigree and deep community ties to a program in flux.
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Project Béisbol: Baseball as a Bridge Across Latin America
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