What happened with the Red Sox and Yankees takes sign stealing a step further by implementing technology. This wouldn’t even be a story if the Red Sox attempted to steal signs the old-fashioned way.
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Reds’ Pitcher Played Hoops at St. John’s
Amir Garrett, who once played small forward for the St. John’s University, Jamaica, men’s basketball team, currently plays pro baseball as a starting pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds.
From Football to Baseball, Tebow’s Got the Goods
Tim Tebow has wowed us throughout his life with his unrivaled passion to his faith, which he openly wears on his sleeve despite his critics. And right now, he is wowing us again, but this time on the baseball diamond.
MLB Journey Begins for McClancy Teammates
Quentin Holmes and Charlie Neuweiler, standout baseball players at Msgr. McClancy H.S., were both selected in this year’s MLB draft.
Brooklyn Pitcher Thankful for MLB’s Annuity Plan
About 500 former ballplayers do not receive MLB pensions since they retired prior to 1980. However, at least for one, just getting something from the league is good enough.
Texas Rangers Hire McClancy HS Grad
Local baseball standout Anthony Iapoce, a 1991 graduate of Msgr. McClancy M.H.S., will be taking his hitting prowess to the Texas Rangers as the team’s new hitting coach.
Baseball Hall Taps Piazza for Induction
Patience has paid off for New York Mets legendary catcher Mike Piazza, as he will be part of the Baseball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2016.
Sweeney in Royals’ Hall of Fame
Former Kansas City Royals team captain Mike Sweeney, a practicing Roman Catholic ballplayer, was inducted Aug. 15 into the Royals’ Hall of Fame.
Mets’ Draftee Decides to Stay in School
The New York Mets drafted St. John’s and former Archbishop Molloy star Tom Hackimer, but he has chosen to return to school to wrap up his degree.
Still Time to Help Elect Gil Hodges to Hall!
There’s still time to sign the petition circulating to elect Gil Hodges to the Baseball Hall of Fame!
