Section 9 Baseball Standouts Earn Top Honors in New York State
The latest all‑state baseball teams reveal a strong showing from Section 9, highlighted by Cornwall’s Rich Roohan and a host of other award‑winning players.
Aug 17, 2026
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Tommy John, Baseball Pioneer and Sports Medicine Trailblazer, Dies at 83
Tommy John, a four‑time MLB All‑Star with 288 career wins, passed away at his Florida home on August 15, 2024. His groundbreaking 1974 elbow reconstruction, later named 'Tommy John surgery,' reshaped pitching careers and saved the professional paths of stars like Justin Verlander and Shohei Ohtani.
Aug 17, 2026
Tommy John, Baseball Legend and Pioneer of Elbow Surgery, Dies at 83
Tommy John, the Hall of Fame pitcher whose name became synonymous with a revolutionary elbow operation, died at 83, leaving a lasting impact on baseball medicine and the sport.
Aug 17, 2026
Berkshire Reign Purple captures inaugural 1791 Classic Baseball Tournament crown
The Purple squad secured the first ever 1791 Classic Baseball Tournament 14U championship, showcasing dominant pitching and key offensive moments in North Adams.
Aug 17, 2026
Legendary Pitcher Tommy John Dies at 83, Leaving a Medical Legacy
Tommy John, the 83‑year‑old left‑handed pitcher whose career spanned three decades, passed away in Bradenton, Florida. His pioneering elbow surgery transformed sports medicine, and tributes highlighted his enduring influence on the game.
Aug 17, 2026
Berkshire Bananas Capture Inaugural 1791 Classic Baseball Tournament Title
The final of the 1791 Classic Baseball Tournament delivered a thrilling conclusion as the Berkshire Bananas outlasted the Berkshire Reign, highlighted by standout performances from pitcher Lucas Hamilton and a clutch defensive play by Ethan O'Donnell
Aug 17, 2026
Tunnel City Freight Claims Berkshire Adult Baseball League Championship
Tunnel City Freight secured the Division Championship with an 11-3 win, highlighted by Matt Clark’s MVP performance and a seven-run third-inning rally
Aug 17, 2026
Jake Ivey’s Dream Outing at the Field of Dreams
Left‑handed prospect Jake Ivey impressed at the 2026 MLB High School All‑American Game in Dyersville, Iowa, delivering a scoreless inning and sharing a special catch with his father at the iconic Field of Dreams site.
Aug 16, 2026
A Father‑Son Day at the Field of Dreams
Left‑handed prospect Jake Ivey shines in the 2026 High School All‑American Game while his family savors a rare visit to the iconic movie site.
Aug 16, 2026
Phillies Edge Twins in Eighth-Inning Comeback to Sweep Series
Philadelphia overcame a five-run hole to defeat Minnesota 7-5, completing a three-game sweep and setting up a Monday matchup against Miami.
Aug 16, 2026
Phillies Edge Twins 7-5 in Thrilling Comeback
A late‑inning rally powered by De La Cruz’s two‑run single and Bohm’s three‑run homer turned a five‑run deficit into a 7‑5 victory over Minnesota, completing a series sweep.
Aug 16, 2026
Tommy John, Baseball’s Longevity Icon, Dies at 83
Tommy John, the Hall‑of‑Fame pitcher whose name became synonymous with a revolutionary surgery, passed away at 83, leaving a legacy that spans sport, medicine, and generations of athletes.
Aug 16, 2026
Polymarket’s ‘OREGON’ Invite Code Grants $20 Bonus for New US Bettors Ahead of Mariners‑Astros Showdown
A new Polymarket promotion lets US bettors in the Pacific Northwest claim a $20 trading credit after a $10 deposit, using the ‘OREGON’ invite code before the first pitch of the Mariners‑Astros game on August 16, 2026.
Aug 16, 2026
Cape Cod Baseball League Unveils 2026 All-League Teams
The league announced its 2026 All-League selections, recognizing the nation’s premier collegiate talent and celebrating a legacy of MLB alumni.
Aug 16, 2026
Rafael Devers’ Three‑Run Blast Powers Giants Past Rockies
Rafael Devers delivered a clutch three‑run homer in the second inning, driving in Drew Gilbert and Buddy Kennedy as the Giants took on the Rockies in San Francisco.
Aug 16, 2026
Harrisburg Woodies Capture Back‑to‑Back Class A Baseball Crown
The Harrisburg Woodies secured their second consecutive Class A state amateur baseball championship, defeating Renner 3‑1 at Cadwell Park. The win extends a three‑year streak of title games against the same opponent and highlights a season that ended at 27‑4.
Aug 16, 2026
Tommy John, Pitching Pioneer, Dies at 83
Veteran left‑hander Tommy John passed away on August 16, 2026, after a battle with bladder cancer, leaving behind a career of 288 wins and a medical breakthrough that transformed pitcher rehabilitation.
Aug 16, 2026
Kristen Bell Turns Baseball Game into Disney‑Broadway Mashup
Kristen Bell surprised fans at a Savannah Bananas game in Denver with a musical mashup that featured songs from Frozen, Wicked and Dirty Dancing, while hinting at upcoming Frozen 3 developments.
Aug 16, 2026
Kristen Bell Rocks Savannah Bananas Game with Frozen‑Wicked‑Dirty Dancing Mashup
Actress Kristen Bell surprised fans at a Savannah Bananas exhibition game in Denver, delivering a musical mashup of songs from "Frozen", "Wicked" and "Dirty Dancing" alongside pitcher Derek Klena, while Disney teased the upcoming "Frozen 3" at D23.
Aug 16, 2026
Orioles Edge Rays in Crucial Wild‑Card Push
The Orioles rallied in the sixth inning, with Colton Cowser’s two‑run homer and Christian Encarnación‑Strand’s three‑run double turning a tight contest into a decisive win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
Aug 16, 2026
Tommy John, Baseball Pioneer and Medical Trailblazer, Dies at 83
Tommy John, the Hall of Fame pitcher whose name became synonymous with a revolutionary elbow surgery, died at 83 in Florida, leaving a legacy that reshaped baseball and sports medicine.
Aug 16, 2026
Tommy John, Pitching Pioneer, Dies at 83, Leaving a Legacy of Innovation
Tommy John, a four‑time All‑Star whose 288 career wins and 3.34 ERA defined a generation, died at 83. His eponymous surgery reshaped the sport, influencing over a thousand pitchers and becoming a rite of passage for modern arms.
Aug 16, 2026
Tommy John, Baseball Pioneer, Passes Away at 83
Tommy John, a six‑time All‑Star whose name became synonymous with a breakthrough surgical procedure, died in Florida at 83 after a battle with bladder cancer. His legacy endures in the way pitchers recover from elbow injuries.
Aug 16, 2026
How Tommy John Surgery Changed the Face of Modern Baseball
When Dr. Frank Jobe performed the first ulnar collateral ligament replacement on Tommy John, few imagined the ripple effect that would reshape careers, statistics and the very language of the sport.
Aug 16, 2026