We have a name! Dave Holcomb and Ty Sipala host their second episode of The Bronx Banter, a podcast completely covering the New York Yankees. In this week's show, Dave and Ty discuss the Yankee participants at the All-Star Game. Closer Mariano Rivera received a standing ovation from fans and players at Citi Field, and after not advancing into the second round of the Home Run … [Read more...] about The Bronx Banter
Outlaws move into tie for first with blowout win over Twins
by Dan Lonky (@danlonky) ONEONTA, NY - Matt Milburn (Wofford) was dominant once again and his team’s offense exploded for 10 runs on 13 hits as the Oneonta Outlaws (20-12) beat the Geneva Twins (15-17) 10-1 Tuesday night in New York Collegiate Baseball League action. After throwing his second 2-hit shutout of the season less than a week ago, Milburn’s stuff was working … [Read more...] about Outlaws move into tie for first with blowout win over Twins
Niagara splits doubleheader with Ridgemen
By Taylor Nigrelli NIAGARA FALLS, NY -- The Niagara Power (11-20) was unable move out of last place Tuesday when it split a doubleheader with the Rochester Ridgemen (13-20) in New York Collegiate Baseball League action at Sal Maglie Stadium. Because the doubleheader was created as a makeup for a previous rainout, each game was only seven innings. The Power took the first … [Read more...] about Niagara splits doubleheader with Ridgemen
Chris Davis is Chasing the Home Run Record, but Which One?
By Dave Holcomb Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis finished with 37 home runs before the All-Star break tying an American League record set by Reggie Jackson in 1969. Jackson only hit 10 more that season finishing with 47 dingers, and didn’t even lead the league in the category. That does not seem possible for Davis as he went deep four times in the last four … [Read more...] about Chris Davis is Chasing the Home Run Record, but Which One?
Fiorito paces Salt Cat offense and sweep of Sherrill
By Alicia Daddario SYRACUSE, NY -- The Syracuse Salt Cats (16-14) are now on a three-game win streak thanks to outstanding pitching, hot bats, and a team who is playing together for a common goal: to WIN. The Cats were victorious in both games Sunday afternoon against the Sherrill Silversmiths, winning the first game 8-6 and the second 6-1. Cristian Fiorito (Concordia), … [Read more...] about Fiorito paces Salt Cat offense and sweep of Sherrill