Courtesy of MCCTribunes.com COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado - After a historic season that saw him shatter a few storied MCC records, sophomore first baseman John Ricotta has been named an NJCAA first team All-American. Ricotta led Monroe (22-28) in a number of offensive categories, including the three triple crown categories. He batted .410 with 15 home runs and 61 RBI on the … [Read more...] about Ricotta named first team All-American
Lancers Cunningham finds growth in “uncomfortable situations”
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA The skills of Rochester Lancers players are quite easy to spot when they're on the pitch. We've marveled at what striker Will Stone can do when the ball is at his feet. His four goals in the past five games show what happens when the ball then leaves his left foot. We've seen the agility of goalkeeper William Banahene when a shot is headed for the … [Read more...] about Lancers Cunningham finds growth in “uncomfortable situations”
Santiago, Hughes to begin rehab assignments Wednesday
Courtesy of RedWingsBaseball.com ROCHESTER, NY – Left-handed pitcher Hector Santiago and right-handed pitcher Phil Hughes will begin rehab assignments with the Rochester Red Wings on Wednesday, the Minnesota Twins announced. Santiago will start the game while Hughes will throw in relief. Santiago landed on the Twins 10-day disabled list with a left shoulder strain on June 7 … [Read more...] about Santiago, Hughes to begin rehab assignments Wednesday
Billy O’Conner promoted to Head Coach of Xavier Program
Courtesy of GoXavier.com CINCINNATI - After a decorated playing career and four years as an assistant on the Xavier baseball staff, Billy O'Conner was named the program's seventh head coach on Tuesday. "Billy is the full package when it comes to his playing, coaching and recruiting experience," said Xavier Director of Athletics Greg Christopher. "His passion for Xavier, … [Read more...] about Billy O’Conner promoted to Head Coach of Xavier Program
Geneva’s Arman, Oneonta’s Hershman honored as Week 2 PGCBL Player and Pitcher of the Week
Courtesy of PGCBL.com The Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League (PGCBL) has announced that Geneva outfielder Mikey Arman (Kenyon) and Oneonta right-hander Jake Hershman (Wofford) have been named Player and Pitcher of the Week, respectively, for Week 2 of the 2017 season. Arman is the second Red Wing to be honored so far this season, as teammate Brian Reed (RIT) was … [Read more...] about Geneva’s Arman, Oneonta’s Hershman honored as Week 2 PGCBL Player and Pitcher of the Week