Msgr. Thomas Machalski led a spiritual journey to honor St. Joseph.
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MLB’s First Woman Coach a ‘Go-Getter’ at Jesuit University
Another barrier in the sports world was broken July 20 when Alyssa Nakken coached first base in the late innings of an exhibition game between the San Francisco Giants and the Oakland Athletics, thus becoming the first woman to appear in uniform on the field during a major league baseball game. The Giants won the game, 6-2.
Randall Knocks Prostate Cancer Out of the Park
Longtime radio broadcaster Ed Randall not only defeated prostate cancer, but he also runs a foundation committed to raising awareness of the disease.
Stealing Signs Is Part of the Game, But…
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.
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.