Unusual Beginnings: Two Rookies Defy Contact Norms
A deep dive into the statistical anomaly of two young hitters who are excelling offensively while struggling to make contact, and what history tells us about their prospects
Aug 31, 2026
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Ryan Forrest Takes the Helm of Princeton Baseball
Princeton University has named Ryan Forrest as its 17th head baseball coach, tapping a veteran developer of elite pitchers to revive a program that last captured an Ivy League title in 2016.
Aug 26, 2026
Coastal Plain League Returns to Mooresville After Park Renovation
The Coastal Plain League, a 30‑year‑old summer wood‑bat circuit, will field a team at Mooresville’s renovated Moor Park, displacing the longtime Spinners and sparking a legal clash.
Jul 26, 2026
Ryan Forrest Named Princeton Baseball Head Coach
Princeton University has appointed Ryan Forrest as its new Robert H.B. Baldwin ‘42 Head Coach of Baseball, bringing a record of player development and program growth from multiple collegiate programs.
Jul 24, 2026
Chas McCormick’s Post‑Hero Journey: From Astros Glory to Uncertain Future
Chas McCormick's 2023 season marked a dramatic fall from his World Series heroics, culminating in a release by the Iowa Cubs and raising questions about his major‑league prospects.
Jul 4, 2026