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The Indianola baseball squad rolled past Des Moines Lincoln 11‑0 on Thursday night, highlighted by George Blake’s five scoreless innings and a walk‑off three‑run homer.
The Pleasantville baseball team captured its second straight West Central Conference title with a perfect 20‑0 league record, allowing just seven runs all season, and now prepares to defend its Class 2A state championship.
The Twin Cedars Sabers will face North Mahaska tonight in Moravia, Iowa, in the opening game of the Class 1A substate tournament.
Tonight the Pella Christian baseball team begins its Class 2A Substate 5 playoff run against Davis County, a team that finished the regular season with a 14-15 record. The game, steeped in recent history and scheduled for a 7 pm first pitch, will be broadcast live on 92.1 KRLS.
As the 2026 campaign reaches its midpoint, several emerging players are forcing fantasy managers to reconsider roster moves, from hot‑hitting infielders to arms ready for a call‑up.
Veteran Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler, a Walpole native, speaks about the surge of Massachusetts-born talent, spotlighting high school phenom Brody Bumila and the tight‑knit community that links them.
From Chicago’s Brother Rice High School to the Louisville Cardinals, Zion Rose’s rapid rise in college baseball has placed him among the most watched names ahead of the 2026 MLB Draft.
Texas adds 6‑foot‑7 right‑hander Gavin King from Middle Tennessee State, hoping coach Max Weiner can unlock his potential after a mixed debut.
The bronze likeness of James Henry O'Rourke, a Baseball Hall of Famer and early league pioneer, was relocated to Seaside Park in Bridgeport and will be rededicated this Friday, marking a symbolic return after a contentious dispute over the city’s former minor‑league team.
Purdue University has secured head baseball coach Greg Goff with a three‑year extension, raising his base salary to $287,000 and adding a clause that ties the contract to potential program status changes, highlighting the tight budgeting faced by non‑revenue athletics.
The Palouse Patriots endured a mixed night in Spokane, edging past the South Hill Bolts 10-4 before slipping 7-5 in the second contest, highlighted by strong individual outings.
The Palouse Patriots faced the South Hill Bolts in a two‑game series, winning the first contest 10‑4 and dropping the second 7‑5, highlighted by Thomas’s 6‑for‑7 outing.
Arkansas baseball held onto a core group of five freshmen despite losing ten players to the transfer portal. Their performances and potential could shape the team's outlook.
Florida A&M's baseball program is reshaping its lineup after a wave of transfers, while coach Shouppe looks to a talented incoming class featuring Christian Sheffield.
Despite a 3-14 record, the Colfax-Mingo baseball squad has repeatedly battled opponents within one or two runs, highlighted by standout performances from players such as Camden Cunningham and Jadyn Patten.
As the United States marks 250 years of independence, the story of baseball in Washington County, Maryland, weaves together pioneering players, storied teams, and enduring coaches into a narrative that mirrors the nation’s own evolution.
The Baxter baseball team secured a 6‑0 victory over North Tama on June 22, with Colton Moffit delivering a stellar performance, striking out 15 batters. The team is in a strong position to win their first conference title, tied for first place with Collins‑Maxwell. Recent wins include a 15‑1 victory over BCLUW and a 5‑1 win against GMG, showcasing the team's offensive and defensive strengths.
Watertown High School graduate Hunter Halajian has pledged to continue his baseball career at Northeast Iowa Community College, joining a list of regional athletes heading to new campuses.
The Los Angeles Dodgers overcame an early onslaught from Roki Sasaki to defeat the San Diego Padres 12‑7, with Ohtani opening the game with a single and Yuki Matsui struggling on the mound.
Adam Rugg, a rising senior at Biloxi High School, has been awarded the Ochsner Rush Health Athlete of the Year for baseball in Mississippi, a recognition that highlights his impressive performance and future potential.
A heartfelt gathering honored Coach Dave Morris as he prepares to move to St. Augustine, Florida, to be closer to family, with plans to return to Maine each summer.
The Minot Vistas rolled through a trio of non‑conference matchups, posting shutouts and rally wins while key hitters and arms shined.
The Chicago Cubs have surged in recent games, and their top prospect Josiah Hartshorn is set to shine at the 2026 Futures Game, underscoring a promising future for the franchise.
The Blue Water Area Conference produced state titles in both softball and baseball, with Armada’s perfect postseason and Richmond’s 14‑0 conference run leading the way.