Astros plan Launch Party

As the Houston Astros prepare to join the American League Western Division in 2013, they are planning a party to unveil their new uniforms, logos and more. Complete details are below. (Via the Houston Astros) – Houston, TX (October 1, 2012) – The Houston Astros will reveal the club’s new uniforms, logos, color schemes and mascot… [Continue Reading...]

Gomes receives award

Annually, an Oakland A’s player is chosen to receive the “Dave Stewart Service Community Award”. This year, Jonny Gomes was the proud recipient. He received his award on Saturday. Complete details are below. (Via the Oakland Athletics) – Oakland, CA (September 28, 2012) – Oakland A’s outfielder/designated hitter Jonny Gomes has been named the recipient of… [Continue Reading...]

The end of an era in Houston

There are times in life when “all good things must come to an end”. On Wednesday night in Houston, Hall of Fame broadcaster Milo Hamilton called the final game of his career. The Astros were taking on the St. Louis Cardinals at Minute Maid Park. During the 7th-inning stretch he gave a farewell speech to… [Continue Reading...]

28th Annual Cubs Convention is set

The Chicago Cubs announced Monday the dates and location for their 28th Annual Cubs Convention. Complete details follow. (Via the Chicago Cubs) – Chicago, IL (September 17, 2012) – The Chicago Cubs will host the 28th Annual Cubs Convention January 18-20, 2013, in downtown Chicago at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers at 301 E. North Water… [Continue Reading...]

Clemente award nominees

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,… [Continue Reading...]

Rays announce fundraiser

The Tampa Bay Rays are gearing up for their annual “Shirts Off Our Backs” fundraiser. Full details are below. (Via the Tampa Bay Rays) – St. Petersburg, FL (September 19, 2012) – The Rays Baseball Foundation and the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association’s Educational Foundation (FRLAEF) are teaming up for the annual “Shirts Off Our Backs”… [Continue Reading...]

Yankees contribute to hurricane relief

The New York Yankees are doing their part to help aid relief efforts associated with Hurricane Isaac. They announced Sunday a donation of $25,000 to the American Red Cross in support of the Gulf Coast region. “On behalf of the entire New York Yankees organization, we are eager to extend our support to the people of… [Continue Reading...]

Uecker statue to be unveiled Friday

One of the most well-known voices of the game will be honored with a statue Friday at Miller Park in Milwaukee. Bob Uecker has been announcing Milwaukee Brewers games since 1971 and he does so today with as much passion as the day he started. The Uecker statue, designed by Brian Maughan, measures over seven… [Continue Reading...]

Scully back for year number 64

The Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Fame broadcaster announced today he will be back in the booth in 2013, right where he belongs. Full story continues below. (Via the Los Angeles Dodgers) – Los Angeles, CA. (August 26, 2012) – Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully, one of the most revered figures in Los Angeles sports… [Continue Reading...]

Legendary Coleman gets statue

Hall of Fame broadcaster Jerry Coleman will be honored with a statue courtesy of the San Diego Padres. Complete details of “Jerry Coleman Day” is below. (Via the San Diego Padres) – San Diego, CA. (August 22, 2012) – The San Diego Padres today announced they will unveil a statue of Hall of Fame broadcaster Jerry… [Continue Reading...]