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Each year every team in Major League Baseball nominates one of their players for the “Roberto Clemente Award”. This prestigious award is named for right fielder Roberto Clemente and recognizes players for their work in the community. The Hall of Famer played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and had his life cut short on December 31, [...]
Over the past 19 years, the Pittsburgh Pirates have been one of the most inept franchises in all of sports. The Pirates haven’t reached the postseason or finished above .500 since 1992. But, over the weekend the Pirates released information on, wait for it, playoff tickets. That’s right, the Pirates have a good enough shot [...]
This weekend in Oakland is sure to be special and bring back memories for fans. The Athletics are celebrating their 10th anniversary of the 20-game winning streak they had in 2002. Complete details are below. (Via the Oakland Athletics) – Oakland, CA. (August 14, 2012) – The Oakland Athletics will celebrate the 10th anniversary of [...]
Long-time San Diego Padres Bullpen coach, Darrel Akerfelds, lost his two-year battle with pancreatic cancer on June 24th. Akerfelds held that position with the Padres since 2001. On June 22, 2002, Jake Peavy made his MLB debut with the Padres. Peavy pitched for the Padres until he was traded to the Chicago White Sox in [...]
Detroit Tigers take the top spot this week for their Gloves for Kids work. The Indians and Flames get a mention on the links. May 27-June 2, 2012 1st Gold Star: Detroit Tigers A couple of Tigers players signed autographs in exchange for new or gently used baseball and softball equipment at ABC Warehouse in [...]
Whether you are a baseball fan or a stamp collector, you are sure to be in your hay day on July 21st. That’s the day the Major League Baseball All-Stars Commemorative Forever Stamps set will be released to the public by the United States Postal Service. The stamps commemorate the historic careers of four Major [...]
Children often have visions of becoming Major League Baseball players. For most, the dream is short lived and never becomes reality. For some though, the dream comes true and a life is changed forever. Kerry Wood was drafted by the Chicago Cubs fourth overall in the first round of the 1995 MLB draft, he was [...]
On the eve of their home opener against the Toronto Blue Jays, Cleveland Indians Charities announced today a $1 million donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Cleveland. This is the largest charitable donation in Cleveland Indians Charities history. The donation supports the “Save Our Kids” capital campaign. Cleveland Indians CEO and Chairman Paul [...]
The Cleveland Indians announced Thursday they will continue a popular community outreach program this upcoming year entitled “Fill the House for Charity”. Details are below. (Via the Cleveland Indians) - CLEVELAND, OH — The Cleveland Indians community outreach initiative “Fill the House for Charity” returns for the 2012 season. Now featured during 12 Tuesday home games, the Cleveland [...]
Player: Craig Breslow Sport: Baseball, MLB Team: Arizona Diamondbacks, Cleveland Indians, Minnesota Twins, Oakland Athletics Website: The Strike 3 Foundation Mission/Info:(Via the website): The Strike 3 Foundation is a charitable agency that heightens awareness, mobilizes support, and raises funding for childhood cancer research. Founded in 2008 by MLB pitcher Craig Breslow, the tenets of the Strike 3 [...]
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