NFBC Main Event Waiver Wire Gems Worth Targeting
A look at the most coveted pickup candidates in the National Fantasy Baseball Championship, from power arms to breakout hitters
Jun 29, 2026
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Metro North and Metro West Share Honors in Rain‑Soaked All‑Star Baseball Showdown
A rain‑delayed eight‑inning contest between Metro North and Metro West ended in a 7‑7 deadlock, highlighting standout hits from Adam Aasen and solid base running by Matthew Berkland and Oliver Taynton.
Jun 29, 2026
Cale Johnson Named Pitching Coach for Missouri State Bears
The university announced Johnson's appointment, citing his proven record of cultivating elite arms and his deep ties to collegiate and professional baseball.
Jun 29, 2026
At Least 100 Young Baseball Players Killed in Venezuela Earthquakes, Community Rallies to Aid Survivors
A series of powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela this week has left a grim toll on the nation's beloved youth baseball circuit, with at least one hundred children enrolled in the Criollitos de Venezuela league confirmed dead. The tragedy has sparked a nationwide outcry and a coordinated effort to support grieving families.
Jun 29, 2026
Alabama AG Defends Religious Rights of Auburn Baseball Team Amid FFRF Threat
Attorney General Steve Marshall responds to a Freedom From Religion Foundation warning, asserting that prayer and religious symbols are protected for Auburn University athletes and coaches.
Jun 29, 2026
2026 All-U.P. Baseball Awards Celebrate Top Players and Coaches
The alliance announced its 2026 All-U.P. baseball awards, recognizing exceptional players, coaches and assistants from multiple divisions.
Jun 29, 2026
WIAC Stars Shine on 2026 ABCA All-Defensive Team
The American Baseball Coaches Association has named four Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference players to its 2026 NCAA Division III Region IX All-Defensive Team, recognizing outstanding fielding performances.
Jun 29, 2026
Pitt State Announces 2026 Coaches Caravan Across Kansas and Oklahoma
The Pitt State Coaches Caravan series features four stops in Pittsburg, Tulsa, Wichita and Overland Park, offering food, discussion and networking opportunities with limited registration.
Jun 29, 2026
Cosmic Baseball Brings Neon Night to Buffalo’s Sahlen Field
This weekend, Buffalo’s iconic Sahlen Field will host a one‑of‑a‑kind baseball spectacle that blends sport with vibrant visual flair.
Jun 29, 2026
Streaming Starting Pitchers: Who to Pick Up This Week
Fantasy baseball managers can gain an edge by targeting under‑rostered starters who are tweaking their arsenals and drawing favorable matchups.
Jun 29, 2026
MLB DFS Value Picks: Gasser, Durbin, Watson Shine on Monday
Three standout players offer strong fantasy point projections at bargain salaries for Monday's slate.
Jun 29, 2026
Southern Miss Adds Freshman Pitcher Luke Williams to Bolster Rotation
Southern Miss baseball secured pitcher Luke Williams via the transfer portal, highlighting his 2026 performance and dual‑position versatility as the program reshapes its roster.
Jun 29, 2026
Nebraska Baseball Standout J’Shawn Unger Earns Spot in 2026 USA National Team Camp
Relief pitcher J'Shawn Unger, who posted 13 saves and a 4.05 ERA last season, will join the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team training camp in North Carolina, while Nebraska adds standout Kellan Burke to its 2027 roster.
Jun 29, 2026
Southern Miss Bolsters Pitching Rotation with Transfer Luke Williams
Southern Miss has added pitcher Luke Williams from East Central Community College, a move that underscores the program’s aggressive use of the transfer portal and hints at a strategic shift in how it builds depth on the mound and at the plate.
Jun 29, 2026
Oklahoma Sooner Baseball Champions Inspire Limited-Edition Cigar from Bocock Brothers
A limited-edition cigar commemorates Oklahoma's 2026 baseball championship, blending premium tobacco with collegiate branding.
Jun 29, 2026
Woman Cited for Leaving Dogs in Hot Car at Baseball Game
A Solon woman was cited after leaving her two dogs in a sweltering car while she watched a baseball game, prompting a police response and animal‑cruelty charges.
Jun 29, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Week 15: Key Pickups to Boost Your Roster
With Week 15 approaching, Yahoo’s Scott Pianowski points to three under‑the‑radar talents who could reshape fantasy lineups.
Jun 29, 2026
Cactus Empire Secures District 12 Title and Heads to Phoenix for State Tournament
The Cactus Empire clinched the District 12 8-10 Baseball championship with a 2-1 win over Rincon, finishing an unbeaten 4-0 campaign. The team now prepares for the state tournament in Phoenix beginning July 7.
Jun 29, 2026
Renegades Host Rome Emperors in Festive Christmas‑in‑July Baseball Game
The Hudson Valley Renegades will welcome the Rome Emperors to Heritage Financial Park for a special game that blends summer baseball with a Christmas‑in‑July celebration, complete with a toy drive, limited‑edition bobblehead, live music and a kids’ base‑running experience.
Jun 29, 2026
Waiver Wire Gems: Five Players Ready to Break Out
Five under‑the‑radar players are heating up on the waiver wire, offering upside across multiple categories.
Jun 29, 2026
NBCUniversal’s Historic Sunday MLB Broadcast Marathon
NBCUniversal will air every MLB game on a single Sunday for the first time, bringing a record 15 contests to Peacock and NBC platforms with a multiview experience and dedicated crews.
Jun 29, 2026
Tom Hager Promoted as Ryan Iliff Takes the Helm of Jamestown Baseball
Tom Hager steps into a new leadership role while Ryan Iliff prepares to lead the University of Jamestown baseball program forward.
Jun 29, 2026
MLB Considers Two-Year Draft Delay for High School Graduates
A proposed change to eligibility rules may give mid-major programs a larger pool of talent, according to analysts and reporters.
Jun 29, 2026
Prep Baseball Minnesota Announces Summer ID-Fargo Showcase at St. John’s University
Prep Baseball Minnesota will host its Summer ID-Fargo showcase on June 30, 2026 at St. John's University, bringing together more than 30 players from the classes of 2027‑2030 for a day of evaluation, technology‑driven scouting, and pathway qualification for invite‑only events.
Jun 29, 2026