Pope Leo XIV’s Baseball Legacy: From White Sox Fan to Vatican Honoree
Pope Leo XIV, a lifelong Chicago White Sox fan, has received numerous sports‑related gifts since his election, and the team plans to honor him at an August game.
Jun 25, 2026
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Nick Lemieur’s Breakout Season Propels Harbor Springs Baseball to New Heights
Nick Lemieur transformed his game through intensive training, delivering elite pitching stats and helping Harbor Springs clinch a district championship.
Jun 25, 2026
Santa Fe College Breaks Ground on New Baseball and Softball Clubhouse
Construction has begun on a $2.5 million facility that will transform the way Santa Fe Saints baseball and softball teams train and bond, with completion targeted for spring 2027 and indoor batting cages planned for a later phase.
Jun 25, 2026
Earthquakes Halt Baseball Game in La Guaira as Venezuela Reels from Dual Quakes
Two powerful earthquakes disrupted a baseball match in northern Venezuela, causing a dust cloud to rise behind the stadium and resulting in significant loss of life.
Jun 25, 2026
Kellan Burke Commits to Nebraska Baseball Program
Nebraska secured a verbal commitment from Kellan Burke, a standout hitter from Cloud County Community College, who brings a .413 average and 21 home runs to the program.
Jun 25, 2026
Taylor Tracey Commits to TCU, Joining a Surge of Transfer Movement
Taylor Tracey, a freshman left‑hander from Tennessee, has pledged to TCU, bringing a 3.26 ERA and 28 strikeouts to a program with a strong recent tournament pedigree.
Jun 25, 2026
Southeast Missouri State Baseball Players Shine Across Seven Summer Leagues
Five returning Redhawks and four fall arrivals are making impacts in diverse leagues, with standout stats highlighting the program's growing national presence.
Jun 25, 2026
Skip Johnson Named National Coach of the Year After Guiding Oklahoma to Surprising Championship
OU baseball head coach Skip Johnson was honored as national coach of the year after leading the unranked Sooners to a championship.
Jun 25, 2026
Former North Linn Coach Travis Griffith Resigns Amid Misconduct Allegations
Travis Griffith, who led North Linn’s baseball and basketball teams to notable successes, stepped down after the board found probable cause of ethics violations and a separate grooming allegation was closed without charges.
Jun 25, 2026
Florida State Baseball Ends Season with All‑American Honors
Florida State's 2026 baseball campaign concluded with a regional final defeat, yet the team celebrated two D1Baseball All‑Americans whose performances garnered conference and national accolades.
Jun 25, 2026
Oregon State Baseball Announces 2027 Arizona Opener and Coaching Addition
Oregon State’s baseball program will open the 2027 season in Surprise, Arizona, as part of the College Baseball Series, while announcing facility upgrades and the hiring of Andrew Moore as pitching coach.
Jun 25, 2026
Tavis Honeycutt to Compete in MLB‑USA High School Home Run Derby
Rising senior Tavis Honeycutt, a University of Florida commit, will join the nation’s top high school power hitters in Philadelphia on July 10, with a chance to advance to the MLB Home Run Derby.
Jun 25, 2026
Skip Johnson Clinches 2026 National Coach of the Year Honors
Skip Johnson’s Oklahoma Sooners captured the 2026 NCAA baseball title, delivering a 13‑2 victory over North Carolina and securing Johnson’s first National Coach of the Year accolade.
Jun 25, 2026
Vanderbilt Baseball Secures 2027 Tournament Slots in Nashville and Arizona
Vanderbilt's 2027 schedule includes two College Baseball Series tournaments, one in Nashville and another in Arizona, featuring top regional rivals and a hopeful return to postseason play.
Jun 25, 2026
Jacob Parker’s Freshman Season Collects Fresh‑America Honors and a National Camp Invitation
Jacob Parker’s freshman season at Mississippi State earned him multiple All‑America honors and a spot in the USA Baseball National Collegiate Team Training Camp.
Jun 25, 2026
Petoskey Area Baseball 2026 Shines with Talent and Triumph
The 2026 baseball season in the Petoskey area defied expectations, delivering conference championships, a roster rich with underclassmen and seven batters above .400, and a story of resilience that will resonate for years.
Jun 25, 2026
Petoskey Area Baseball Defies Expectations in 2026 Season
Despite predictions of a talent dip, the 2026 baseball season in the Petoskey area delivered unexpected strength, highlighted by conference champions and numerous standout players.
Jun 25, 2026
Oklahoma State Secures Spot in Expanded 2027 College Baseball Series
Oklahoma State is set to compete in the 2027 College Baseball Series, playing three games at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, while the tournament expands to include surprise locations across the country. With a strong 2026 record and key recruiting moves, the team aims to break past recent postseason barriers.
Jun 25, 2026
Public Funds Should Not Bankroll a New MLB Stadium in North Carolina
The debate over a publicly financed Major League Baseball stadium in the Raleigh area reveals a misplaced priority: using state money to enrich private sports franchises instead of investing in broad economic growth.
Jun 25, 2026
Tavis Honeycutt Heads to Philadelphia for MLB Home Run Derby
Florida’s top slugger Tavis Honeycutt prepares for the 2026 MLB-USA Baseball High School Home Run Derby in Philadelphia.
Jun 25, 2026
Texas A&M Baseball to Compete in 2027 BRUCE BOLT College Classic in Houston
The Texas A&M Aggies will headline the 2027 BRUCE BOLT College Classic in Houston, opening against Louisville before facing Louisiana and Houston, with tickets to go on sale later this year.
Jun 25, 2026
Public Funds Should Not Bankroll a New MLB Stadium in Raleigh
Recent legislative interest in using state money for a Major League Baseball stadium raises economic and fairness concerns that deserve careful scrutiny.
Jun 25, 2026
Florida’s King and Lawson Earn D1Baseball All‑America Second‑Team Honors
D1Baseball’s 2026 All‑America teams highlight Florida’s rising stars, with King’s historic pitching season and Lawson’s offensive breakout earning second‑team accolades.
Jun 25, 2026
Arkansas Baseball Builds Momentum with Elite Transfers and a Promising Pitcher
The Razorbacks have added twelve Division I transfers, bolstered by a new NCAA eligibility rule and increased funding, while star pitcher Carson Wiggins weighs a return after elbow surgery.
Jun 25, 2026