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Mountaineers Set for College World Series Debut

The West Virginia University baseball team will face Troy in its first Men’s College World Series game on June 12, broadcast on ESPN. The outcome will shape the tournament bracket and set up an elimination match later that day.

Jun 8, 2026

Portnoy’s Georgia Baseball Rant

Dave Portnoy criticized Georgia baseball for denying an interview request for catcher Dan Jackson, whose home run secured a Super Regional win. He declared he would no longer support Georgia in any sport and disrespected alumni, before later giving Jackson a pass after learning of his interest in appearing on the show.

Jun 8, 2026

St. Petersburg’s Century‑Old Baseball Legacy

St. Petersburg, Florida, has served as a premier spring training destination for over a century. Early public fields like Huggins‑Stengel gave way to iconic sites such as Al Lang Stadium, while teams including the Yankees, Cardinals and Devil Rays called the city home. Today, the Tampa Bay Rays play at Tropicana Field, the only fixed‑dome stadium in the league, and visitors can explore museums, historic markers and vibrant waterfront sites that celebrate the sport’s deep roots.

Jun 8, 2026