The Legacy of George Rawlings and the Birth of the Modern Baseball Glove
An exploration of George Rawlings' entrepreneurial journey, his partnership with pitcher Bill Doak, and the enduring impact of Rawlings gloves on baseball history.
Aug 1, 2026
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Max Vaisvila inks Yankees deal after record-breaking NIU season
Left‑hander Max Vaisvila, a standout from Northern Illinois University, has signed a free‑agent contract with the New York Yankees after a season that saw him dominate the Mid‑American Conference and earn national recognition.
Jul 28, 2026
Richmond’s Student-Athletes Dominate 2025-26 Academic All-State Honors
The University of Richmond celebrates six student-athletes who have been named to the 2025-26 Virginia Sports Information Directors Academic All-State Team, highlighting a blend of athletic achievement and academic excellence.
Jul 24, 2026
Michael Anderson Drafted 149th by Texas Rangers, Highest Nittany Lion Since 2022
Michael Anderson’s selection in the 2026 MLB Draft caps a career that blended power hitting with a rare fastball, but a torn UCL casts doubt on his pitching future.
Jul 12, 2026
Jacoby Dutchover’s Breakout Season Leads Midland High to Regional Semifinals
Senior Jacoby Dutchover powered Midland High to a 30‑7 record and a regional semifinal berth, dominating both on the mound and at the plate while collecting numerous accolades.
Jul 3, 2026
MLB Acknowledges Altered Baseball Performance Linked to Drag Reduction
Major League Baseball confirms that game balls are traveling farther due to a reduced drag coefficient, a change that began in June and coincides with a yellow discoloration affecting roughly half of the balls shipped for the 2026 season.
Jul 1, 2026
Texas Longhorns Baseball Players Recognized with 2026 All‑American Honors
Four Texas Longhorns players earn All‑American honors for the 2026 season, highlighted by standout performances from Dylan Volantis, Sam Cozart, Aiden Robbins and Carson Tinney.
Jun 26, 2026
Derek Curiel Earns Gold Glove, Propels LSU Star Toward MLB Draft
LSU's Derek Curiel captured a Gold Glove for his defensive excellence, showcasing a .353 batting average and a .957 OPS while emerging as a top first‑round MLB Draft prospect.
Jun 17, 2026
Carson Jasa Earns Third-Team All-American Honors
Nebraska's Carson Jasa was selected to the third team of the ABCA/Rawlings All-American roster, highlighting a breakout year that includes a 10-2 record, a 3.59 ERA and 117 strikeouts.
Jun 14, 2026
Blake Primrose Makes History with Multiple All‑America Honors
Blake Primrose becomes the first Hawk to collect multiple non‑freshman postseason All‑America honors in a single season, breaking records and earning a suite of national accolades.
Jun 12, 2026
Three Florida Gulf Coast Baseball Standouts Earn ABCA All‑Southeast Region Honors
Evan Dempsey, Jon Embury and Javier Gorostola were selected to the ABCA/Rawlings All‑Southeast Region teams, highlighting a breakout season for Florida Gulf Coast University’s program.
Jun 12, 2026
Dee Kennedy Earns ABCA/Rawlings Third Team All-American Honors
Junior shortstop Dee Kennedy was recognized as a Third Team All-American by the ABCA/Rawlings, capping a season that featured a .357 average, 20 home runs and 22 stolen bases, while K-State secured its fourth consecutive 30-win campaign.
Jun 12, 2026
Kollin Ritchie Becomes Oklahoma State’s 28th First‑Team All‑American
Kollin Ritchie's selection to the 2026 ABCA/Rawlings All‑America First Team marks the 28th time a Cowboy has earned the honor, highlighting a season that places him among the nation's elite in multiple offensive categories.
Jun 12, 2026
Oregon Ducks’ Star Players Earn All-Region Honors After Record-Breaking 2026 Season
Senior third-baseman Drew Smith and junior second-baseman Ryan Cooney were selected to the ABCA/Rawlings All-Region teams, capping a season in which they led the Ducks in key offensive categories and helped secure a deep postseason run.
Jun 10, 2026
Lorenzo Carrier’s Breakout Season Earns National Acclaim
A Delaware native’s historic campaign has drawn multiple national honors, underscoring his impact on the field and in the community.
Jun 9, 2026
Eight CAA Baseball Players Earn ABCA/Rawlings All‑Region Honors
A look at the eight collegiate players from the CAA who were recognized on the ABCA/Rawlings All‑Region teams, highlighting standout performances and conference accolades.
Jun 9, 2026
Campbell University Stars Earn Atlantic All-Region Honors
Sophomore Jett Music and redshirt senior David Rossow from Campbell University were selected to the Atlantic All-Region team, highlighting a season of elite performances that position them for national accolades.
Jun 9, 2026
RIT Baseball Trio Earn ABCA All‑Region Honors
Three RIT Tigers were selected to the 2026 ABCA/Rawlings All‑Region Team, highlighting a breakthrough year that culminated in a Liberty League championship and the program’s first NCAA Tournament berth since 2017.
May 27, 2026
Rawlings Sends 50,000 Gloves to Ukraine in Symbolic Gesture of Solidarity
Rawlings announced a donation of 50,000 new baseball gloves to support Ukrainians affected by the war, aiming to bring comfort and hope amid widespread destruction.
May 20, 2026
Gonzaga Heads 2026 West Coast Conference Baseball Tournament Ahead of Scottsdale Showdown
The 2026 West Coast Conference Baseball Tournament will take place May 20‑23 at Scottsdale Stadium, featuring top seeds, broadcast coverage on ESPN+, and a championship game on ESPNU that will determine the NCAA Tournament berth.
May 19, 2026