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A standout outfielder from Louisville, Lucas Moore combines elite sprint speed with a consistent contact approach, positioning him as a compelling mid‑round candidate for the 2026 MLB Draft.
The 2026 season showcases a potent lineup for Rowan County baseball, highlighted by multiple players posting high batting averages, RBIs, stolen bases and extra‑base hits.
The Longhorns finished 2026 with a 46‑15 record and a College World Series appearance, but several star players are set to leave while new talent and coaching staff arrive for the upcoming season.
The 2026 All‑County baseball team highlights top performers from St. Johns County high schools, with Creekside pitcher Gavin Duprey named player of the year.
CJ Gray, a 19-year-old pitcher signed by the Los Angeles Angels for $1.25 million, fanned ten batters over five innings in his first appearance, hinting at a bright future as the club charts his ascent toward Class A.
Police are probing a bomb threat at Gwangju Jeil High School that appears connected to a provocative chant during a baseball match, which led to sanctions against Paichai High School and an upcoming apology visit.
The 2026 regular season saw the Rowan County American Legion baseball team's pitchers combine for a sub‑3.00 collective ERA, highlighted by standout outings from Sifford, Graham and Alexander.
Despite being overlooked for the All-Star roster, Gray delivered a commanding 8‑1 win over the Angels, showcasing a string of quality starts that could sway voters.
The Harwich Mariners were unable to contain the Brewster Whitecaps on July 4, surrendering 13 runs in a home game that drew a packed crowd.
A rain‑delayed, fog‑filled night at Wrigley Field saw the St. Louis Cardinals defeat the Chicago Cubs 3‑0, highlighted by rookie J.J. Wetherholt’s leadoff homer and a dominant pitching performance by Kyle Leahy.
Sandy Alcantara delivered a masterful outing, while Otto Lopez’s bat sparked a rally that carried the Marlins past the Athletics. The win extends Miami’s recent surge and sets the stage for a weekend showdown.
Elijah Palmer, a former standout baseball player at Surry Community College, has been honored with the Lea Plarski Award, a distinction that celebrates excellence across athletics, academics, leadership and community service.
The Orleans Firebirds faced the Chatham Anglers on Independence Day at Veterans Field, committing errors and struggling on the mound in an 8-4 loss.
The Jefferson City American Legion Post 5 Juniors fell 8-3 to U.S. Nationals MidSouth in a consolation game at the Ozark Mountain World Series, with key contributions from London Talken and Colton Verslues
The Jefferson City American Legion Post 5 Freshmen rallied in the third inning, turning a 3‑0 deficit into a decisive lead and cruising to a 12‑4 win that sets up a showdown with Bulldogs Baseball.
The Seminoles add a high‑velocity right‑hander whose blend of college experience and summer league success signals a potent boost to their rotation
Yoshinobu Yamamoto tossed seven scoreless innings, allowing only two hits while striking out ten batters, as the Dodgers defeated the Padres 3-0. Freddie Freeman's sixth-inning home run and Andy Pages' third-inning RBI single provided the offense, while relievers Brock Stewart, Alex Vesia and Will Klein closed out the shutout.
The Dodgers defeated the Padres 3‑0, with Yamamoto striking out ten and Freeman homering, as San Diego’s eight‑game skid continues.
A summer night at Finch Field witnessed a decisive 10-5 victory for the Northern Division All-Stars over the Southern Division Stars, highlighted by standout performances from Rowan County athletes.
A rain‑delayed, fog‑filled night at Wrigley Field saw the St. Louis Cardinals defeat the Chicago Cubs 3‑0, highlighted by JJ Wetherholt’s homer and double and a dominant pitching performance.
Sandy Alcantara delivers another dominant start, while Otto Lopez's three‑hit, three‑RBI night and additional homers from Joe Mack and Kyle Stowers power Miami to a 7‑2 victory over the Athletics.
The Bossier City All-Stars posted a 13-4 win over Monroe before a 3-0 loss to Gonzalez, while Haughton fell to Concordia. Benton secured two victories in the South Regional and will meet Miley for a berth in the championship bracket.
Shane Brinham, a highly ranked pitcher in the transfer portal, has committed to Vanderbilt, bringing a proven slider and solid ERA to a staff that needs depth after missing the NCAA Tournament.
After a loss the previous night, the Bourne Braves rallied in the ninth inning, with Rustan Rigdon’s game‑winning single sealing a 4‑3 victory over the Gatemen on the United States’ 250th birthday.