Courtesy of RedWingsBaseball.com ROCHESTER, NY – Pete Rose, Major League Baseball’s all-time hits leader with 4,256, will be at Frontier Field on Thursday, July 21. Unlike a typical autograph appearance at Frontier Field, fans will be required to purchase an additional ticket to secure an autograph. Two options will be available with a maximum of four purchases per … [Read more...] about Pete Rose to sign at Frontier Field on Thursday, July 21
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NYCBL unveils new logo
SYRACUSE, N.Y. - The New York Collegiate Baseball League (NYCBL) presented its new league logo at a Wednesday morning press conference at the Syracuse.com offices. The updated emblem represents the first such change in almost a decade. “Today we unveil a new and exciting logo that honors the traditions of all the ballplayers who have called the NYCBL home,” league vice … [Read more...] about NYCBL unveils new logo
Brice named NYCBL Player of the Year
By Kathryne Davis As recipient of the New York Collegiate Baseball League Player of the Year award, Kevin Brice (Pomona-Pitzer College), is in good company. The past three winners have all been been taken in the Major League Baseball draft. Chris Bostick (2011 winner) was taken by the Oakland Athletics in the 44th round in 2011. Jon Kemmer (2012) was selected by the … [Read more...] about Brice named NYCBL Player of the Year
New Era to sponsor NYCBL All-Star Game slated for July 8th
By Paul Gotham ROCHESTER, N.Y. – In their first year of existence, the Genesee Rapids will host the 2014 New York Collegiate Baseball League All-Star Game Tuesday, July 8th at Houghton College's brand-new Kerr-Pegula Athletic Complex. New Era, the Official Cap of Major League Baseball, will sponsor the annual event. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for us,” Rapids president … [Read more...] about New Era to sponsor NYCBL All-Star Game slated for July 8th
Ryan Dempster suspended for nailing A-Rod
By Dave Holcomb Major League Baseball announced Tuesday Ryan Dempster will be suspended five games for intentionally hitting Yankees’ Third Baseman Alex Rodriguez. Dempster threw all of his first four pitches inside to Rodriguez in the 2nd inning on Sunday night. The 3-0 pitch nailed A-Rod in the elbow. Dempster also received an undisclosed fine according to … [Read more...] about Ryan Dempster suspended for nailing A-Rod