Mercer County American Legion Baseball League Extends Season Amid Heat Wave
Extreme temperatures force the league to delay matches, reshuffle schedules, and keep players safe while racing to complete the season.
Jul 3, 2026
Section
Baseball
Latest Slidescroller coverage in Baseball.
Knoxville Baseball Squad Heads to Cedar Rapids for Friday Showdown
The Knoxville Baseball Squad travels to Cedar Rapids to meet West Delaware on Friday at 6:00 p.m., a game steeped in history and anticipation.
Jul 3, 2026
Melcher-Dallas Softball Triumphs as Baseball Preps for Substate Showdown
The Melcher-Dallas Softball team closed its regular season with a 14-4 victory over Seymour, highlighted by strong showings from Kesley Reed, Ashlyn Metz and pitcher Lotty Nolte. The squad will host Mormon Trail in the class 1A regional, while the baseball team readies for a substate clash with Montezuma under Coach Pat Ferguson’s confident guidance.
Jul 3, 2026
Pella Baseball Secures Close Win as Softball Eyes Postseason
Pella baseball defeats ADM 5‑4 behind Hayes Lautenbach’s three‑run homer and save, while softball falls to Grand View Christian after a late rally; both teams eye upcoming matchups.
Jul 3, 2026
A Narrow Victory on the Diamond
A late fourth‑inning rally and solid pitching secured a 2‑1 win for Hillcrest over Winfield‑Mt. Union.
Jul 3, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Week 16: Streaming Sleepers to Watch
With reliable starters scarce, the latest advice from CBS Sports points to a handful of streaming options, led by Ian Seymour and Troy Melton, while reminding managers to revisit the rankings on Sunday for fresh updates.
Jul 3, 2026
Scott White’s Week 16 Fantasy Baseball Sleeper Picks
Scott White highlights ten low‑owned arms for Week 16, emphasizing a handful of fully endorsed options and two specific sleepers — Ian Seymour and Troy Melton — that can provide a competitive edge.
Jul 3, 2026
Prospects Live Deep Dive: Underrated 2026 MLB Draft Prospects
In a recent episode of College Baseball Now, five members of the Prospects Live scouting team dissect underrated college and prep prospects for the 2026 MLB Draft, identifying players who could exceed expectations and outperform their projected slots.
Jul 3, 2026
Scott White’s Week 16 Two‑Start Pitcher Rankings: Who to Start and Who to Sit
Scott White breaks down the most usable two‑start pitchers, spotlighting standout arms like Joey Cantillo and Matthew Boyd, and offers start‑sit guidance for fantasy leagues.
Jul 3, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Closer Rankings: Week 15 Insights and Waiver Wire Targets
Nick Mariano’s weekly closer report for Week 15 of 2026 arrives at a pivotal moment, as fantasy managers shift their focus to the stretch run of the season. The updated rankings highlight a mix of proven closers and emerging arms who have begun to carve out high‑leverage roles.
Jul 3, 2026
Dansby Swanson’s Unprecedented Power Surge
Dansby Swanson has hit five home runs in his last two games, a turnaround that reflects both environmental factors and personal improvement.
Jul 3, 2026
Texas Baseball Lands Noted Recruiter Jack Marder
Jack Marder, a celebrated recruiter with a championship‑laden résumé at Oregon, has joined the University of Texas staff, aiming to help the program chase a national title.
Jul 3, 2026
MLB Hands Down Multi-Game Suspensions After Fenway Park Brawl
Major League Baseball announced suspensions ranging from three to seven games for four players involved in a bench-clearing fight at Fenway Park, citing dangerous conduct and a personal note from Contreras about the earthquakes in Venezuela.
Jul 3, 2026
Week 16 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Pitching and Hitting Targets
A look at the most promising waiver wire additions for Week 16, highlighting pitching standouts and power-hitting prospects.
Jul 3, 2026
Five Overperforming MLB Players Poised for Regression in Week 15
An examination of five fantasy standouts whose underlying metrics hint at a looming regression in Week 15.
Jul 3, 2026
Week 15 Pitching Prospects Light Up the 2026 MLB Fantasy Landscape
A look at the top arms dominating Double‑A and Triple‑A, their paths to the majors, and what their recent outings mean for fantasy owners.
Jul 3, 2026
Stallings Shines in MLB Debut as Reds Down Brewers
Garrett Stallings made his MLB debut for the Brewers, pitching one inning with one strikeout and one walk, while Chase Burns earned his tenth win as the Reds defeated the Brewers 7-2 in Milwaukee.
Jul 3, 2026
Week 14 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Who to Add Before the All-Star Break
With the MLB All-Star break approaching, fantasy managers can gain a competitive edge by targeting the latest waiver-wire additions, from breakout rookie A.J. Ewing to veteran reliever Kirby Yates, while monitoring the health of stars like Julio Rodríguez and Dustin May.
Jul 3, 2026
MLB Weekly Wrap: Closer Chaos, Injury Updates and Streaming Pitcher Picks
A look at the latest developments across the majors, from the White Sox’s unsettled closer role to standout outings by Ian Seymour and Bryce Miller, plus streaming pitcher recommendations for fantasy baseball enthusiasts.
Jul 3, 2026
AHSTW Faces Audubon in Opening 1A Playoff Doubleheader
Tonight's doubleheader in Anita kicks off the 1A baseball playoffs, featuring a rematch between AHSTW and Audubon.
Jul 3, 2026
Austin Boege: The Versatile Pillar of Collins‑Maxwell Baseball
Senior Austin Boege’s ability to excel at multiple positions, combined with his leadership, has become a driving force behind Collins‑Maxwell’s competitive edge this season.
Jul 3, 2026
Freshman Standouts Pack and Cozart Earn Consensus All‑American Honors
Anthony Pack Jr. and Sam Cozart were selected to the consensus Freshman All‑American team, highlighting their outstanding performances that placed them at the top of several national statistical categories.
Jul 3, 2026
Texas A&M’s ‘Ball 5’ Chant Captivates Nation as MLB Spotlights Ritual
When an opposing pitcher delivers four straight balls, Aggie supporters unleash an escalating chant that has become a hallmark of college baseball and even earned a feature on MLB's platform.
Jul 3, 2026
MLB Weekend Recap: Reds, Cardinals, Pirates, Rockies, Dodgers, Guardians, Rays, Rangers, Mariners Win
From Cincinnati's dominant 7‑2 victory to Seattle's shutout of the Angels, here's how the teams fared in the most recent slate of games.
Jul 3, 2026