Automatic Ball-Strike Challenge Reshapes MLB Strategy
The ABS challenge system has added drama and strategic depth to baseball, prompting teams to adjust their approaches and sparking mixed reactions among players and managers.
Jul 12, 2026
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West Virginia’s Draft Prospects Eye Day Two Selections
Five West Virginia players — Kyle Casteel, Ian Korn, Armani Guzman, Paul Schoenfeld and Sean Smith — are projected to be among the most compelling selections on day two of the 2026 MLB Draft, each bringing a distinct skill set that could shape their professional futures.
Jul 12, 2026
Pleasantville Baseball rallies to advance, softball season ends
The baseball team erased a 4‑1 deficit with a five‑run sixth inning, while the softball squad fell 2‑0 after a rain‑delayed finish.
Jul 12, 2026
Knoxville Baseball Team Preps for Substate Semifinal Against Fort Madison
The Knoxville baseball squad will host Fort Madison on Monday in a class 3A Substate semifinal, after both teams secured dramatic victories in rain‑delayed and upset games earlier this week.
Jul 12, 2026
Iowa High School Baseball Playoffs: Substate Results Across Classes 1A and 2A
Several Iowa high school baseball teams secured wins in their respective substate finals, with notable scores across both Class 1A and Class 2A districts.
Jul 12, 2026
MLB’s Midseason Crossroads: Dodgers, Tigers, and the Trade Deadline
As the trade deadline looms, the Dodgers' dominance, the Tigers' pivotal decision on Skubal, and surprise contenders reshape the NL and AL races.
Jul 12, 2026
Hyannis Harbor Hawks Bow to Wareham Gatemen in 10‑Hit Affair
The Hyannis Harbor Hawks suffered a 6‑2 defeat at the hands of the Wareham Gatemen, whose early barrage of hits and walks set the tone, despite a spirited comeback attempt.
Jul 12, 2026
Iowa’s Summer Baseball and Softball Seasons Shape Family Life and Athletic Careers
Iowa high schools conduct baseball and softball in the summer, reshaping family schedules, enabling four‑sport athletes and producing collegiate and professional talent.
Jul 12, 2026
Iowa’s Summer Baseball and Softball: A Unique Calendar Shaping Athletes and Communities
Iowa stands alone in conducting high school baseball and softball during the summer months, a tradition that molds family plans, fuels multi‑sport participation and creates a communal atmosphere reminiscent of Friday night football.
Jul 12, 2026
LSU Baseball Shines in MLB Draft with Three Selections
Three LSU players were drafted on the opening day, highlighting the program's sustained excellence and future prospects.
Jul 12, 2026
The NewMetrics of Baseball: From Batting Averages to Velocity
From Mo Vaughn’s contract move to Luis Arraez’s batting titles, the sport’s evaluation tools have shifted, yet the game’s strategic depth endures.
Jul 12, 2026
Texas A&M Baseball Stars Sign MLB Deals After Draft, Coaching Shakeup
The 2026 season concluded with a loss to USC, prompting the firing of pitching coach Jason Kelley. Top hitters Chris Hacopian, Caden Sorrell and Gavin Grahovac were drafted, with Hacopian heading 11th overall to the Washington Nationals. Shane Sdao also earned a Mets selection. All four are expected to sign, while the program adds seven transfer‑portal pitchers for next year.
Jul 12, 2026
Gastineau Channel Little League All-Stars Eye District 2 Triumph
The Gastineau Channel Little League Majors are preparing for the District 2 tournament in Ketchikan, with a path that could lead to the state, regional and World Series competitions. Coached by Ron Winkelman and assisted by a dedicated staff, the team’s diverse talents and enthusiastic support from families and local posts have sparked optimism across Alaska.
Jul 12, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Shine in 2026 MLB Draft
The 2026 MLB Draft highlighted Georgia’s dominant season, with Joey Volchko, Daniel Jackson and Rylan Lujo selected among the nation’s top prospects.
Jul 12, 2026
The Mud That Gripes the Game
From a quiet tributary in Burlington County to the dugouts of every Major League Baseball team and the sidelines of the NFL, a unique patch of mud has shaped the preparation of balls for more than eight decades.
Jul 12, 2026
Texas A&M’s Draft Streak Highlights Program’s Ascent
The Aggies’ 2026 draft prospect Chris Hacopian went 11th overall to the Washington Nationals, capping a run that began with Braden Montgomery in 2024 and Jace LaViolette a year earlier.
Jul 12, 2026
Frank Amoroso Brings Fantastical Baseball Tale to Hot Springs Baseball Weekend
The event, free and open to the public, features a discussion of Amoroso's supernatural novel set in 1926 Hot Springs, Arkansas, where Babe Ruth coaches a team against Al Capone's squad, alongside talks by baseball legends and a baseball card show.
Jul 12, 2026
Marlins Draft Oregon State Left‑Hander Ethan Kleinschmit in Second Round
Ethan Kleinschmit, a left‑handed pitcher from Oregon State, was chosen by the Miami Marlins in the second round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a college career that included 210 strikeouts and a College World Series appearance.
Jul 12, 2026
Southern Arizona Alumni Make Waves in Triple-A as Guardians Elevate Walty
Cam Walty’s ascent to Triple-A, Jackson Kent’s solid outing, Clark Candiotti’s reassignment, and Jared Oliva’s latest designation illustrate the dynamic careers of Arizona‑born players navigating the minor leagues.
Jul 12, 2026
Byron Edges Rochester A’s 3-2 in Pitcher’s Duel
On July 11, 2026, Byron secured a 3‑2 victory over the Rochester A's, highlighted by Noah Theobald's 3‑for‑3 performance and six‑plus innings on the mound.
Jul 12, 2026
Cranes Edge Past Sodbusters in Thrilling Diamond League Clash
In a tightly contested Diamond Baseball League game, the Grand Island Fightin’ Cranes faced the Hastings Sodbusters, with standout performances from rookie pitcher Logan Hampton and slugger Sawyer Slade, while Matthew Schulz delivered a complete game for the Sodbusters.
Jul 12, 2026
WVU Pitchers Montesa and Yehl Selected in First 100 of 2026 MLB Draft
Two West Virginia University pitchers, Dawson Montesa and Maxx Yehl, were among the first 100 picks in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the program's rising influence.
Jul 12, 2026
WVU Pitchers Montesa and Yehl Drafted into MLB
Two West Virginia University baseball standouts, Dawson Montesa and Maxx Yehl, were selected in the recent MLB Draft, underscoring the program’s continued pipeline to the majors.
Jul 12, 2026
Carson Wiggins Drafted 27th by New York Mets, Sets Up Bonus Negotiations
Arkansas pitcher Carson Wiggins was selected 27th overall by the New York Mets, sparking discussions about his injury‑impacted profile and the team’s strategic bonus allocation.
Jul 12, 2026