By Paul Gotham Patrick Urckfitz knows how to save his best for last. As a junior college player, he came out of the bullpen for Monroe Community College and helped the Tribunes finish third in the 2008 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) World Series. Four years later, the left-hander hurled a pair of scoreless frames in the deciding game of the 2012 … [Read more...] about Urckfitz and Lancaster claim California League crown
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Niagara’s Beckham named NYCBL Pitcher of the Year
By Paul Gotham ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- It took Steven Beckham (Olivet Nazarene) the month of June to get his feet under him. When he did, there was no looking back. Beckham notched a 4-0 … [Read more...] about Niagara’s Beckham named NYCBL Pitcher of the Year
Geneva sweeps twin bill from Wellsville
GENEVA, N.Y. -- Two teams going in opposite directions met Tuesday night. The combatants left with compasses adjusted. Nate Harris (University of Dayton) earned a pair of saves as the Geneva Twins swept the Wellsville Nitros 3-0/6-5 in New York Collegiate Baseball League action at McDonough Park. Harris tossed a pair of shutout innings for his second and third saves of … [Read more...] about Geneva sweeps twin bill from Wellsville
Oilers sweep NYCBL weekly honors
Give Bobby Bell and his Olean Oilers credit for making good on their first impression in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. The expansion Oilers sit atop the NYCBL's Western Division with a record of five wins and two losses, and to the winners go the spoils. Olean's Brandon Nemeti (Erie) earns the NYCBL Pitcher of the Week, and Joe Pantano (Erie CC) garners the … [Read more...] about Oilers sweep NYCBL weekly honors
Full Count – September 14th
By Kyle Soppe Tim Wakefield finally recorded his 200th career victory. It took him eight starts, but this win helped the Sox hold off the surging Rays late push for a wildcard spot. The knuckleballer (45 years and 42 days old) became the oldest player in the last 80 years to reach the 200 win plateau. Mo Rivera closes to within 1 save Trevor Hoffman’s all-time record. … [Read more...] about Full Count – September 14th