By MIKAEL DeSANTO If you attended a Rochester Ridgemen game this season, odds are you noticed a big guy playing either first or third base, or possibly even pitching. That mans name is Ethan Luna (Southwestern University), who according to his team bio stands at six-foot-three and weighs in at 215 pounds. However, if you listen around you may begin to hear some people … [Read more...] about The story of Big Tuna
Phillips selected NYCBL Player of the Year
By MIKAEL DeSANTO All Star Game starter. Western Division champion. Playoff champion. Pitcher of the Year. These are the titles associated with Aaron Phillips (St. Bonaventure University) of the Olean Oilers and his 2016 season. Add one more to add to that collection: New York Collegiate Baseball League Player of the Year. "It's definitely a turnaround for me, last year … [Read more...] about Phillips selected NYCBL Player of the Year
Phillips earns NYCBL Pitcher of the Year
By MIKAEL DeSANTO Aaron Phillips (St. Bonaventure University) of the Olean Oilers has added another accomplishment to his successful season, as he has been nameD the New York Collegiate Baseball League Pitcher of the Year for the 2016 season. "There's a lot of good pitchers in this league, as a hitter I can tell you that," Phillips said. "It definitely feels good to know … [Read more...] about Phillips earns NYCBL Pitcher of the Year
Jr. Chiefs DiTorrice garners NYCBL Reliever of the Year
By ANTHONY SCOTT Joseph DiTorrice II (Manhattan) first showed his dominance on the mound in an early season two strike out, four-out save against the Sherrill Silversmiths. His fastball was blazing by hitters that night, and he was able to cement his role as the closer for the Syracuse Junior Chiefs. Later, the sophomore from Manhattan showed off his deadly curve in a … [Read more...] about Jr. Chiefs DiTorrice garners NYCBL Reliever of the Year
Oilers claim back-to-back NYCBL titles
MIKAEL DeSANTO OLEAN, N.Y. -- Championship Series Most Valuable Player Cole Peterson (St. Bonaventure University) finished 2-for-4 with a run batted in and two runs scored as the Olean Oilers defeated the Syracuse Junior Chiefs 13-6 to claim their second straight straight New York Collegiate Baseball League Championship in front of 2,876 fans at Bradner Stadium, Sunday … [Read more...] about Oilers claim back-to-back NYCBL titles