Phillies’ Power Duo Set for Home Run Derby Showdown
The Philadelphia Phillies will field Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper in the upcoming Home Run Derby, a swing‑based event that promises historic storylines and a fresh format.
Jul 11, 2026
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Jesse Georgiana Leads Alexander Financial Group to 12-5 Victory Over MH Electric Services
Alexander Financial Group defeated MH Electric Services 12-5 in the Altoona AAABA League, highlighted by Jesse Georgiana's 3-for-4 performance and Jacob Smith's shutout innings.
Jul 11, 2026
Tavis Honeycutt’s 17‑Home‑Run Showcase at the MLB High School Home Run Derby
Florida commit Tavis Honeycutt finished fourth in the MLB High School Home Run Derby with 17 homers, while Kinon Bastian placed seventh and his brother Jadan’s injury added a personal dimension.
Jul 11, 2026
Big Y Restores Power and Renames Field for Youth Baseball Tournament
Big Y’s donation replaced a storm‑damaged light pole at Mattakeesett Fields, allowing the Kids Helping Kids tournament to go ahead with more than 100 games, and the field was renamed in gratitude.
Jul 11, 2026
Schwarber and Harper Set for Home Run Derby Showdown at Citizens Bank Park
Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper headline the 2026 Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park, bringing historic power numbers and a revived swing‑based format to Philadelphia.
Jul 11, 2026
Southern California’s All‑State Baseball Honors Celebrate Top Talent
The 44th annual Cal‑Hi Sports All‑State Baseball Teams reveal the region’s elite, highlighting Pitcher of the Year Cole Engels, slugger Dylan Lee, and the legacy of Derrek Lee, while intern Isai Gutierrez drives the nomination process.
Jul 11, 2026
Astros Stumble as Rangers Take Command in Arlington
The Houston Astros fell 7‑3 to the Texas Rangers in a key series opener, with a fourth‑inning surge sealing the win.
Jul 11, 2026
The hidden engine behind modern baseball analysis
Statcast’s radar‑driven data captures everything from exit velocity to sprint speed, giving teams and fans a deeper understanding of performance.
Jul 11, 2026
Tragic End for Father and Son After Cardinals Game in Illinois Plane Crash
A father and his 22‑year‑old son died when their aircraft crashed in Monroe County, Illinois, after attending a St. Louis Cardinals baseball game. The National Transportation Safety Board is examining the wreckage and the role of severe weather.
Jul 11, 2026
Matt Conte Withdraws from MLB Draft to Join Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt secures a top transfer catcher as he pulls out of the 2026 MLB Draft.
Jul 11, 2026
Rock Springs Stallions Gear Up for Crucial Doubleheader Against Wheatland Lobos
The Rock Springs Stallions host the Wheatland Lobos in a Saturday doubleheader, while the Green River Knights face a busy schedule of games against Douglas and Wheatland, aiming to build on recent performances.
Jul 11, 2026
Giants target top talent with high draft picks and sizable bonus pool
With the fourth overall selection and an additional 29th pick, the San Francisco Giants are poised to reinforce a farm system that already sits among the league’s top ten, leveraging a $17.35 million bonus pool and a focus on the best available player.
Jul 11, 2026
Giants Gear Up for 2026 Draft with Top Picks and Local Flavor
The San Francisco Giants hold the fourth and 29th picks in the 2026 MLB draft, backed by a $17.35 million bonus pool, and are poised to choose the best player available while leveraging local talent.
Jul 11, 2026
Father and Son Killed in Illinois Plane Crash After Cardinals Game
A father and his adult son died when their aircraft went down in rural Monroe County, Illinois, shortly after attending a St. Louis Cardinals baseball game. The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation, which is examining possible weather-related factors.
Jul 11, 2026
Women’s Baseball World Cup Descends on Rockford for Week‑Long Celebration
The upcoming World Cup will showcase international teams while a special meal celebrates former AAGPBL star Maybelle Blair and a hospital visit from the iconic clown.
Jul 11, 2026
Bourne Braves Suffer First Shutout in Loss to Y-D Red Sox
The Bourne Braves fell 2-0 to the Y-D Red Sox in a rain‑shortened game, marking their first shutout of the season and snapping a four‑game winning streak.
Jul 11, 2026
Holliday’s Double Play Seals the Night in Baltimore
Jackson Holliday's timely turn of a double play against the Kansas City Royals turned the tide in Baltimore's favor.
Jul 11, 2026
Father and Son Killed in Illinois Plane Crash After Cardinals Game
A 48‑year‑old pilot and his 22‑year‑old son died when their Beech 95‑B55 crashed in rural Monroe County, Illinois, shortly after departing from St. Louis Regional Airport en route to Arkansas.
Jul 11, 2026
Angels Eye College Pitcher Mason Edwards in 2026 Draft Under Mozeliak’s Guidance
With John Mozeliak steering the Los Angeles Angels' draft strategy, the club is poised to target college left‑hander Mason Edwards, the reigning College Pitcher of the Year, as the centerpiece of its 2026 draft class.
Jul 11, 2026
Pirates-Brewers Series Postponed, Set for Saturday Doubleheader
A rain‑soaked forecast forces a split doubleheader on Saturday, featuring Braxton Ashcraft and Bubba Chandler on the mound.
Jul 11, 2026
Understanding Statcast: Key Metrics that Shape Modern Baseball Analysis
An overview of the most important Statcast metrics, from hard‑hit definitions to running thresholds, that are reshaping how baseball is studied and played.
Jul 11, 2026
Vanderbilt lands Wake Forest catcher Matt Conte as 2026 MLB Draft looms
Matt Conte, a draft‑eligible sophomore catcher from Wake Forest, has elected to forgo the 2026 MLB Draft and commit to Vanderbilt, where he is expected to start at catcher. His decision comes alongside the draft‑eligibility of two other Vanderbilt transfers, Dominic Monaco and Niko Brini, who are not projected to be selected.
Jul 11, 2026
HBCU Swingman Classic Spotlights Talent Pipeline Gaps in Baseball
The HBCU Swingman Classic brings together top historically black college and university baseball players to showcase their abilities, but its organizers stress that visibility must be paired with concrete resources and long‑term commitment.
Jul 11, 2026
Five Tar Heel Baseball Players Projected for 2026 MLB Draft
North Carolina’s baseball pipeline continues to produce top talent, with five Tar Heel players expected to hear their names called in the 2026 MLB draft and several others in the mix.
Jul 11, 2026