By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Rochester Red Wings outfielder Donovan Casey was promoted to the Washington Nationals Thursday, sources tell Pickin' Splinters. For Casey, who batted .269 with 16 home runs and 55 RBI in the minor leagues last season, this is his first major league call-up. The 26-year-old was acquired in the blockbuster trade that sent Max Scherzer and Trea Turner to the … [Read more...] about Sources: Donovan Casey promoted to Washington Nationals
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Niagara alum Matt Brash makes MLB debut
Courtesy of PurpleEagles.com CHICAGO, Ill. – Former Niagara baseball pitcher Matt Brash made his MLB debut on Tuesday, starting on the mound for the Seattle Mariners against the Chicago White Sox. Brash is the first former Niagara student-athlete since Sean Bentivoglio (New York Islanders) in 2009 to play in a game with one of the Big Four leagues (MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA). Brash … [Read more...] about Niagara alum Matt Brash makes MLB debut
Cowles homers in first MLB Spring Training at bat
By PAUL GOTHAM TAMPA -- Ben Cowles didn't waste any time. The former Newark Red standout connected on the first pitch he saw in the eighth inning of Tuesday's MLB Spring Training contest and drove in two runs with a two-out home run as the New York Yankees thumped Philadelphia, 14-2 in exhibition action. The mammoth blast off Philadelphia left-hander Brian Marconi cleared … [Read more...] about Cowles homers in first MLB Spring Training at bat
Pucko: On Being Iconic
John Madden reportedly watched the Christmas Day documentary on his life, at home with family. Enjoyed it, and appreciated that so many people thought so highly of him. The Hall of Fame football coach, color commentator and video game headliner died three days later. Epilogs came fast, furious and universally glowing about the life and impact of this … [Read more...] about Pucko: On Being Iconic
Aquinas alum Jamir Jones signs with Los Angeles Rams
By JOHN LIKANJE Jamir Jones (Aquinas/Notre Dame) signed with the Los Angeles Rams after clearing waivers from the Pittsburgh Steelers, Wednesday. The Rams official Twitter account made the announcement once the transaction was confirmed. LA Rams Transactions: • Claimed and been awarded LB Jamir Jones — Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) September 29, 2021 This was a surprise … [Read more...] about Aquinas alum Jamir Jones signs with Los Angeles Rams