BASEBALL

Jun 22 2025SPORTS

LSU's Kade Anderson Shines in College World Series Opener

The College World Series 2025 is off to an exciting start. LSU's Kade Anderson is making a strong case for being the top pick in the upcoming MLB draft. The 20-year-old pitcher put on a show in Game 1. He dominated the field against Coastal Carolina, securing a shutout win. This victory put LSU just one win away from securing their second NCAA title in three year...

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Jun 21 2025SPORTS

Rookie Pitcher Shatters Century-Old Record

The baseball world witnessed a remarkable feat on a Friday night. Jacob Misiorowski, a young pitcher from the Milwaukee Brewers, made history. He threw six flawless innings against the Minnesota Twins. This performance was not just impressive; it was record-breaking. Misiorowski became the first pitcher in over a century to start his major league career with 11 hitle...

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Jun 21 2025SPORTS

Wisconsin's Spring Sports Wrap-Up: A Look at the Big Wins and Close Calls

In the final round of spring sports, two teams from Western Wisconsin made their mark at the WIAA Girls Soccer Championships. West Salem and River Falls both had strong showings, but ultimately fell short in their respective semifinals. West Salem competed in the Division 3 state semifinals, while River Falls faced off in the Division 2 semifinals. Both teams gave...

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Jun 21 2025SPORTS

Pirates Pitcher Dennis Santana Faces Suspension and Fan Friction

A Pittsburgh Pirates reliever is in hot water after a heated exchange with a fan. Dennis Santana, a pitcher for the Pirates, has been handed a four-game suspension by Major League Baseball. The reason? He was caught on camera getting aggressive with a fan during a game in Detroit. Santana also got fined, but the exact amount is under wraps. He's appealing the suspens...

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Jun 21 2025SPORTS

Pitching's Hidden Impact: What's Really Going On With Young Baseball Arms?

Baseball is a beloved sport, but it comes with risks, especially for young players. One big concern is the stress on the elbow during pitching. This stress can lead to instability in the medial elbow joint, which is the inner part of the elbow. This instability can be spotted using ultrasound technology, which looks for something called a ring-down artifact (RDA). ...

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Jun 20 2025SPORTS

Pirates Pitcher's Surprising Outburst

Dennis Santana, a reliever for the Pittsburgh Pirates, found himself in an unexpected situation during a game against the Detroit Tigers. This incident happened during the second game of a doubleheader on a Thursday. The fan, who was sitting in the front row above the Pirates' bullpen at Comerica Park, was wearing a Tigers hat and a shirt that honored Pirates Hall ...

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Jun 18 2025SPORTS

A Striking End to a Player's Ironman Streak

In the heart of Miami, a Phillies player found himself in a quiet corner, away from the usual chatter and laughter. The team had just won, but Nick Castellanos was not part of the celebration. His night ended early, and so did a remarkable streak. Castellanos, known for his consistency, was pulled from the game in the eighth inning, replaced by Johan Rojas. The next ...

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Jun 17 2025SPORTS

Shohei Ohtani's Pitching Debut: More Than Just Fastballs

In a recent game, Shohei Ohtani showcased a different side of himself on the mound for the Dodgers. His first pitch as a Dodger was a 97. 6-mph fastball. He averaged 99. 1 mph with his four-seam fastball and 97. 4 mph with his sinker. He was clocked at 100. 2 mph against Luis Arraez and 99. 9 against Manny Machado. That was considerably faster than Ohtani threw in...

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Jun 17 2025SPORTS

The Red Sox's Rafael Devers Dilemma: A Puzzle of Strategy

The Red Sox's handling of Rafael Devers's contract situation has left many scratching their heads. Was it a strategic blunder or a clever ploy? It's hard to tell. The team made Devers the highest-paid player in franchise history. This move was made after Mookie Betts left. The team had to pay Devers 243. 5 million dollars over eight years. This is a huge amount of mo...

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Jun 17 2025SPORTS

Wisconsin's Spring Sports: A Wrap-Up of the Big Moments

The spring sports season in Wisconsin has been a rollercoaster of excitement and disappointment. The state championships are around the corner and the tension is building. The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) Baseball Championships are the main event. The top teams have been battling it out, and the competition has been fierce. In the Divisio...

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