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NFHS Approves New Baseball Rules for 2027 Season

The National Federation of State High School Associations has adopted several rule changes for 2027, including optional larger bases, one‑way coach communication and updated bat testing standards.

Jul 9, 2026

Former standout returns to lead baseball program

Jace Wilson, a 2019 graduate of Flagler Palm Coast High School, has been named head baseball coach, bringing his player experience and recent coaching success to revitalize the Commodores program.

Jul 9, 2026

Mario Trivella Commits to Tennessee Baseball

From FIU to the University of Tennessee, shortstop Mario Trivella adds a potent bat and SEC experience to a program that finished 38‑22 and earned a top‑10 series sweep.

Jul 9, 2026

WPBL Unveils Inaugural Teams Honoring Trailblazing Women

The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) has announced its first four franchises, each named after a pivotal woman in her city’s history. With at least 18 out LGBTQ+ players, the league blends sport, heritage, and social progress as it prepares for its August launch in Springfield, Illinois, backed by a media partnership with Fremantle.

Jul 9, 2026

Devlan Daniel Earns Spot in USA Baseball 18U National Team Trials

Devlan Daniel, a senior at Indian Hill High School, has been invited to the USA Baseball 18U National Team Trials in Cary, North Carolina, where he will vie for a place on the national roster while balancing commitments to Mississippi State and his upcoming football season.

Jul 9, 2026

High School Baseball Bats to Get Lighter in 2028 Under New Rule

A new regulation approved by USA Baseball and the National Federation of High School State Associations will allow high school players to use bats with drop‑four, drop‑five and drop‑six weights starting in 2028, while keeping existing drop‑three bats available indefinitely.

Jul 9, 2026

Encore Broadcast of Mountain Stage Highlights Baseball‑Inspired Music

West Virginia Public Broadcasting’s Mountain Stage returned with an encore featuring a supergroup’s musical endorsement of Hall of Fame candidate Dale Murphy, alongside performances by The Minus 5, Bob Mould, Chris Stamey and Loose Cattle, recorded in September 2025 at the Culture Center Theater.

Jul 9, 2026