Brett Carroll (Hornell '02) has been selected as the Pacific Coast League's Offensive Player of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the first time this season that Carroll has been honored by the league.
From April 21 through April 27, Carroll batted .500 (10-for-20) in six games for the Albuquerque Isotopes. Carroll collected four home runs, eight runs batted in, one double, five walks and a 1.150 slugging percentage. He had at least one hit in all six games and drove in at least one run or scored one run in five of six contests. Carroll had three multi-hit games and two multi-RBI games.
Carroll started the week with a season-high four runs scored and he went 2-for-2 with a home run as the Isotopes defeated Nashville, 12-6, on April 21. In a four-game series at Oklahoma City, Carroll totaled seven hits, three home runs and seven runs batted in. He belted two home runs and drove in four to help Albuquerque to an 11-4 victory in the opener on April 24. The following night, Carroll clouted a two-run home run in the eighth inning as Albuquerque edged past Oklahoma City, 3-2. After driving in one run on Saturday, Carroll went 3-for-3 with two runs scored in the series finale on April 27.
Carroll played for the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Hornell Dodgers in 2002. He made his Major League debut with the Florida Marlins last year.
POST SCRIPT: The Knoxville, Tenn., native was called up by the Florida Marlins on May 2. In 18 games with Triple-A Albuquerque, Carroll hit .418 with nine home runs and 23 runs batted in. He tallied 23 hits, scored 18 runs and registered a 1.376 OPS.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Linton (Little Falls '06) Grabs Big West Weekly Honor
UC-Irvine redshirt junior Ollie Linton (Little Falls '06) has been named the Big West Player of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the second time this season that Linton has been named the conference's top weekly performer.
Last week, Linton hit .478 (11-for-23) with one home run, seven runs batted in, eight runs scored and five stolen bases. He reached base in all five Anteaters games and recorded at least one hit in four of the five contests. Linton finished the week with three multi-hit and two multi-RBI games. In addition, the redshirt junior broke a single-season school record at UC-Irvine with his 29th stolen base of the year on Saturday night against New Mexico.
Linton stole three bases in a two-game series with Kansas State. He drove in two runs during the series finale and went 1-for-5. The Winnetka, Calif., native put together a 10-hit weekend against conference-foe New Mexico in Albuquerque, N.M. He scored seven runs, drove in five and smashed a home run. Linton had three hits and scored three runs in the opening game last Friday night. The following day, Linton had three hits, two runs batted in and one run scored to go along with the broken stolen base record. Sunday, Linton exploded for a 4-for-5 performance with a home run, three runs batted in and three runs scored. Linton's solo home run to start the fifth inning ignited a five-run UC-Irvine rally.
This spring, Linton is batting .348 with three home runs and 29 runs batted in. He leads the Anteaters with 30 stolen bases, 57 hits and 42 runs scored. Linton is tied for second on the team with a .432 on-base percentage.
The UC-Irvine redshirt junior was a member of the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Little Falls Diamond Miners in 2006. He led the first-year Diamond Miners to the semifinals of the NYCBL playoffs. Linton was named second-team All-NYCBL.
Last week, Linton hit .478 (11-for-23) with one home run, seven runs batted in, eight runs scored and five stolen bases. He reached base in all five Anteaters games and recorded at least one hit in four of the five contests. Linton finished the week with three multi-hit and two multi-RBI games. In addition, the redshirt junior broke a single-season school record at UC-Irvine with his 29th stolen base of the year on Saturday night against New Mexico.
Linton stole three bases in a two-game series with Kansas State. He drove in two runs during the series finale and went 1-for-5. The Winnetka, Calif., native put together a 10-hit weekend against conference-foe New Mexico in Albuquerque, N.M. He scored seven runs, drove in five and smashed a home run. Linton had three hits and scored three runs in the opening game last Friday night. The following day, Linton had three hits, two runs batted in and one run scored to go along with the broken stolen base record. Sunday, Linton exploded for a 4-for-5 performance with a home run, three runs batted in and three runs scored. Linton's solo home run to start the fifth inning ignited a five-run UC-Irvine rally.
This spring, Linton is batting .348 with three home runs and 29 runs batted in. He leads the Anteaters with 30 stolen bases, 57 hits and 42 runs scored. Linton is tied for second on the team with a .432 on-base percentage.
The UC-Irvine redshirt junior was a member of the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Little Falls Diamond Miners in 2006. He led the first-year Diamond Miners to the semifinals of the NYCBL playoffs. Linton was named second-team All-NYCBL.
Herr (Rochester '06) Selected To BIG EAST Honor Roll
University of Pittsburgh redshirt sophomore Jordan Herr (Rochester '06) has been named to the BIG EAST Honor Roll for the week ending April 27, 2008.
Herr batted .600 (6-for-10) for Pittsburgh last weekend in a three-game series against conference-foe Georgetown. He belted three home runs, scored six runs, drove in five runs and walked twice. Herr had at least one hit and one run scored in all three games, two of which were Pittsburgh wins.
Friday, Herr was 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI as Pittsburgh won the opener, 9-2. He smacked a solo home run in the second and then singled home a run and scored in a six-run fourth inning. In a Saturday doubleheader, Herr combined for four hits, four runs scored, three runs batted in and two home runs. In the opener, he went 3-for-3 with two home runs and three runs batted in. He clouted a two-run home run in the sixth and later clubbed a solo home run in the eighth. Herr finished the doubleheader with one hit and one run scored in the night cap.
This spring, Herr is batting .275 with five home runs and 23 runs batted in. He has played in all 39 of Pittsburgh's games and amassed 36 hits, 26 runs scored, two doubles, 11 stolen bases and a .405 on-base percentage. Herr is second on the team in stolen bases.
The Lancaster, Pa., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Rochester Royals. Herr batted .327 with five home runs and 22 runs batted in for the Royals. He had 49 hits, 26 runs scored, six doubles, eight stolen bases and a .480 slugging percentage. Herr helped the Royals make the NYCBL playoffs as a wildcard selection and was named first-team All-NYCBL at the end of the season.
Herr batted .600 (6-for-10) for Pittsburgh last weekend in a three-game series against conference-foe Georgetown. He belted three home runs, scored six runs, drove in five runs and walked twice. Herr had at least one hit and one run scored in all three games, two of which were Pittsburgh wins.
Friday, Herr was 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI as Pittsburgh won the opener, 9-2. He smacked a solo home run in the second and then singled home a run and scored in a six-run fourth inning. In a Saturday doubleheader, Herr combined for four hits, four runs scored, three runs batted in and two home runs. In the opener, he went 3-for-3 with two home runs and three runs batted in. He clouted a two-run home run in the sixth and later clubbed a solo home run in the eighth. Herr finished the doubleheader with one hit and one run scored in the night cap.
This spring, Herr is batting .275 with five home runs and 23 runs batted in. He has played in all 39 of Pittsburgh's games and amassed 36 hits, 26 runs scored, two doubles, 11 stolen bases and a .405 on-base percentage. Herr is second on the team in stolen bases.
The Lancaster, Pa., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Rochester Royals. Herr batted .327 with five home runs and 22 runs batted in for the Royals. He had 49 hits, 26 runs scored, six doubles, eight stolen bases and a .480 slugging percentage. Herr helped the Royals make the NYCBL playoffs as a wildcard selection and was named first-team All-NYCBL at the end of the season.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Curylo (Amsterdam '07) Named MAAC Player of the Week
Marist College sophomore Richard Curylo (Amsterdam '07) has been selected as the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Player of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the second time this season that Curylo has been named the conference's top weekly performer.
Last week, Curylo hit .571 (8-for-14) in four games for the Marist Red Foxes. He drove in five runs, scored three runs, walked three times and ripped two doubles. Curylo had hits in all four of the Red Foxes games and he started and ended the week with a multi-hit game.
Curylo opened the week with a 4-for-5 outing against Hartford on April 22. He doubled and scored in the ninth inning to ignite a five-run rally as Marist was victorious 8-5. The sophomore swatted a two-run double and scored twice in the Red Foxes series-opening victory over St. Peter's on Saturday. Curylo closed the series with two hits and one run batted in on Sunday.
This spring, Curylo has been Marist's top offensive performer. He leads the Red Foxes in batting average (.360), hits (50), runs scored (24), runs batted in (24) and on-base percentage (.414). He is tied for the team lead in home runs (3), triples (2) and stolen bases (7) and second in doubles (7) and slugging percentage (.504).
The Staten Island, N.Y., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Amsterdam Mohawks. In 25 games, Curylo batted .258 and drove in eight runs. He collected 25 hits, 17 runs scored, three doubles and six stolen bases. This summer, Curylo will be playing for the Winchester Royals of the Valley Baseball League. The VBL is also sponsored by the National Association of College Summer Baseball.
Last week, Curylo hit .571 (8-for-14) in four games for the Marist Red Foxes. He drove in five runs, scored three runs, walked three times and ripped two doubles. Curylo had hits in all four of the Red Foxes games and he started and ended the week with a multi-hit game.
Curylo opened the week with a 4-for-5 outing against Hartford on April 22. He doubled and scored in the ninth inning to ignite a five-run rally as Marist was victorious 8-5. The sophomore swatted a two-run double and scored twice in the Red Foxes series-opening victory over St. Peter's on Saturday. Curylo closed the series with two hits and one run batted in on Sunday.
This spring, Curylo has been Marist's top offensive performer. He leads the Red Foxes in batting average (.360), hits (50), runs scored (24), runs batted in (24) and on-base percentage (.414). He is tied for the team lead in home runs (3), triples (2) and stolen bases (7) and second in doubles (7) and slugging percentage (.504).
The Staten Island, N.Y., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Amsterdam Mohawks. In 25 games, Curylo batted .258 and drove in eight runs. He collected 25 hits, 17 runs scored, three doubles and six stolen bases. This summer, Curylo will be playing for the Winchester Royals of the Valley Baseball League. The VBL is also sponsored by the National Association of College Summer Baseball.
DiNuzzo (Webster '07) Named MAAC Pitcher of the Week
Iona College senior Bobby DiNuzzo (Webster '07) has been chosen as the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008.
DiNuzzo pitched a complete-game two-hitter as Iona defeated Fairfield, 3-2, in the second game of a doubleheader in New Rochelle, N.Y. Iona rallied for two runs in the bottom of the seventh to earn its second victory of the season. DiNuzzo allowed two unearned runs, walked two and struck out a career-high 12 in the seven-inning contest. After allowing two unearned runs in the third, he retired 10-straight Fairfield batters. DiNuzzo struck out at least one batter in six of seven innings pitched and he struck out the side in order twice. The senior's performance was also named the Ping!Baseball.com Spotlight Pitching Performance of the Week.
This spring, the Stony Point, N.Y., native is 1-6 with a 5.18 earned run average in eight appearances. DiNuzzo has made eight starts, pitched 41.2 innings and struck out 36. He is tied for the team lead in victories, second in strikeouts and third in innings pitched.
The Iona senior pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Webster Yankees. He was 2-4 with a 3.53 earned run average in seven appearances. DiNuzzo worked 43.1 innings, struck out 34 and held opponents to a .268 batting average.
DiNuzzo pitched a complete-game two-hitter as Iona defeated Fairfield, 3-2, in the second game of a doubleheader in New Rochelle, N.Y. Iona rallied for two runs in the bottom of the seventh to earn its second victory of the season. DiNuzzo allowed two unearned runs, walked two and struck out a career-high 12 in the seven-inning contest. After allowing two unearned runs in the third, he retired 10-straight Fairfield batters. DiNuzzo struck out at least one batter in six of seven innings pitched and he struck out the side in order twice. The senior's performance was also named the Ping!Baseball.com Spotlight Pitching Performance of the Week.
This spring, the Stony Point, N.Y., native is 1-6 with a 5.18 earned run average in eight appearances. DiNuzzo has made eight starts, pitched 41.2 innings and struck out 36. He is tied for the team lead in victories, second in strikeouts and third in innings pitched.
The Iona senior pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Webster Yankees. He was 2-4 with a 3.53 earned run average in seven appearances. DiNuzzo worked 43.1 innings, struck out 34 and held opponents to a .268 batting average.
Mye (Niagara '07) Named To MAC Weekly Honorable Mention
University at Buffalo sophomore pitcher Chaz Mye (Niagara '07) was selected to the Mid-America Conference weekly honorable mention list for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the first time this season that Mye has been honored by the conference.
Last week, Mye made three scoreless appearances in relief for Buffalo. He did not allow an earned run in eight and one-third innings pitched. Mye yielded four hits, walked two and struck out six. Last Tuesday, the sophomore held St. Bonaventure without a hit over four and two-thirds innings of relief. He allowed one unearned run and struck out two. Friday, Mye held Akron scoreless over two and a third innings of relief in a 10-4 Buffalo victory. The sophomore shut down Akron again on Sunday with one and a third innings of scoreless relief. He struck out three and allowed two hits.
This season, Mye is 1-3 with a 5.86 earned run average in 11 appearances for Buffalo. He has made five starts, pitched 35.1 innings and struck out 23. Mye leads all Buffalo relievers in innings pitched and he is fourth overall on the team in that category. The North Tonowanda, N.Y., native transferred to Buffalo after one season at Lake Sumter (Fla.) Community College.
Mye pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Niagara Power. In an injury-shortened season, Mye went 4-0 with a 2.18 earned run average in five starts. He allowed eight earned runs in 33 innings pitched and struck out 26. He played in the 2007 New York Collegiate Baseball League All-Star Game for the Western Division all-stars.
Last week, Mye made three scoreless appearances in relief for Buffalo. He did not allow an earned run in eight and one-third innings pitched. Mye yielded four hits, walked two and struck out six. Last Tuesday, the sophomore held St. Bonaventure without a hit over four and two-thirds innings of relief. He allowed one unearned run and struck out two. Friday, Mye held Akron scoreless over two and a third innings of relief in a 10-4 Buffalo victory. The sophomore shut down Akron again on Sunday with one and a third innings of scoreless relief. He struck out three and allowed two hits.
This season, Mye is 1-3 with a 5.86 earned run average in 11 appearances for Buffalo. He has made five starts, pitched 35.1 innings and struck out 23. Mye leads all Buffalo relievers in innings pitched and he is fourth overall on the team in that category. The North Tonowanda, N.Y., native transferred to Buffalo after one season at Lake Sumter (Fla.) Community College.
Mye pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Niagara Power. In an injury-shortened season, Mye went 4-0 with a 2.18 earned run average in five starts. He allowed eight earned runs in 33 innings pitched and struck out 26. He played in the 2007 New York Collegiate Baseball League All-Star Game for the Western Division all-stars.
Tesseyman (Bennington '07) Garners Weekly NEC Award
Central Connecticut State University senior John Tesseyman (Bennington '07) has been named the Northeast Conference Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008.
Sunday, Tesseyman pitched a complete game as Central Connecticut defeated league-leading Monmouth, 2-1, at Beehive Field in New Britain, Conn. Tesseyman allowed one run on eight hits, walked one and struck out six. The senior stranded six Monmouth runners on base and forced the Hawks to hit into two double plays. Monmouth loaded the bases in the ninth, but Tesseyman induced Ryan Terry to ground into a double play to end the game.
The High Falls, N.Y., native is currently 5-3 with a 3.02 earned run average in eight appearances for Central Connecticut State. He has allowed 21 earned runs in 62.2 innings pitched, walked eight and struck out 26. Opponents against Tesseyman are batting .249. The senior leads the team in starts (8), complete games (4), innings pitched and strikeouts and he is tied for the team lead in victories.
Tesseyman pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Bennington Bombers. He went 3-4 with a 4.97 earned run average in seven appearances for the Bombers. He pitched 41.2 innings and struck out a team-high 36. Tesseyman recorded a pair of firsts in Bombers history. He threw the first complete game and earned the first win in franchise history with a complete game shutout of Watertown on June 9 at Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds. Tesseyman came within one out of throwing a no-hitter.
Sunday, Tesseyman pitched a complete game as Central Connecticut defeated league-leading Monmouth, 2-1, at Beehive Field in New Britain, Conn. Tesseyman allowed one run on eight hits, walked one and struck out six. The senior stranded six Monmouth runners on base and forced the Hawks to hit into two double plays. Monmouth loaded the bases in the ninth, but Tesseyman induced Ryan Terry to ground into a double play to end the game.
The High Falls, N.Y., native is currently 5-3 with a 3.02 earned run average in eight appearances for Central Connecticut State. He has allowed 21 earned runs in 62.2 innings pitched, walked eight and struck out 26. Opponents against Tesseyman are batting .249. The senior leads the team in starts (8), complete games (4), innings pitched and strikeouts and he is tied for the team lead in victories.
Tesseyman pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Bennington Bombers. He went 3-4 with a 4.97 earned run average in seven appearances for the Bombers. He pitched 41.2 innings and struck out a team-high 36. Tesseyman recorded a pair of firsts in Bombers history. He threw the first complete game and earned the first win in franchise history with a complete game shutout of Watertown on June 9 at Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds. Tesseyman came within one out of throwing a no-hitter.
Reimer (Allegany County '06) Chosen As GLVC Player of the Week
St. Joseph's (Ind.) College senior Matthew Reimer (Allegany County '06) has been named the Player of the Week by the Great Lakes Valley Conference for the week ending April 27, 2008.
Last week, Reimer hit .632 (12-for-19) with two home runs and eight runs batted in during six games for the Pumas. He scored eight runs, belted three doubles and put together three sacrifice hits. Reimer had at least one hit in all six games and he totaled three multi-hit games.
The St. Joseph's senior had six of his 12 hits last Tuesday in a doubleheader against Tiffin. In the opener, Reimer belted a home run and went 3-for-5 with three runs scored and two runs batted in as St. Joseph's rallied for a 15-14 comeback victory. Reimer scored the Pumas eventual game-winning run in the fifth inning. The senior had three hits and scored two runs in the night cap.
Reimer ended the week with back-to-back multi-RBI games against SIU-Edwardsville on Sunday. In the opener, the Pumas shortstop was 3-for-3 with two runs batted in, two doubles and a sacrifice hit. Reimer broke a 3-3 tie in the seventh inning with a two-run double that provided the winning margin as St. Joe's triumphed, 5-3. Reimer clouted a two-run home run during the first inning of the night cap.
Through 50 games, Reimer is batting .373 with three home runs and 42 runs batted in. He leads the team with 66 hits, 55 runs scored and 108 total bases. Reimer also has 15 doubles, seven triples, 17 walks and 11 stolen bases.
The Downers Grove, Ill., native played for the Allegany County Nitros of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season. He helped the team to the Western Division title and an appearance in the NYCBL Championship Series against the Saratoga Phillies. Reimer was named second-team All-NYCBL and he played in the NYCBL All-Star Game as a member of the Western Division all-stars. For the Nitros, Reimer batted .300 with one home run and 24 runs batted in. He led the Nitros with 54 hits and 19 stolen bases in 50 games. He was the only Nitro to play all 50 games between the regular season and playoffs.
Last week, Reimer hit .632 (12-for-19) with two home runs and eight runs batted in during six games for the Pumas. He scored eight runs, belted three doubles and put together three sacrifice hits. Reimer had at least one hit in all six games and he totaled three multi-hit games.
The St. Joseph's senior had six of his 12 hits last Tuesday in a doubleheader against Tiffin. In the opener, Reimer belted a home run and went 3-for-5 with three runs scored and two runs batted in as St. Joseph's rallied for a 15-14 comeback victory. Reimer scored the Pumas eventual game-winning run in the fifth inning. The senior had three hits and scored two runs in the night cap.
Reimer ended the week with back-to-back multi-RBI games against SIU-Edwardsville on Sunday. In the opener, the Pumas shortstop was 3-for-3 with two runs batted in, two doubles and a sacrifice hit. Reimer broke a 3-3 tie in the seventh inning with a two-run double that provided the winning margin as St. Joe's triumphed, 5-3. Reimer clouted a two-run home run during the first inning of the night cap.
Through 50 games, Reimer is batting .373 with three home runs and 42 runs batted in. He leads the team with 66 hits, 55 runs scored and 108 total bases. Reimer also has 15 doubles, seven triples, 17 walks and 11 stolen bases.
The Downers Grove, Ill., native played for the Allegany County Nitros of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season. He helped the team to the Western Division title and an appearance in the NYCBL Championship Series against the Saratoga Phillies. Reimer was named second-team All-NYCBL and he played in the NYCBL All-Star Game as a member of the Western Division all-stars. For the Nitros, Reimer batted .300 with one home run and 24 runs batted in. He led the Nitros with 54 hits and 19 stolen bases in 50 games. He was the only Nitro to play all 50 games between the regular season and playoffs.
Four NYCBL Players Named To NE-10 Weekly Honor Roll
Four former and/or current New York Collegiate Baseball League players have been named to the Northeast-10 weekly honor roll for the week ending April 27, 2008. The four players chosen were Bryant's Nick Campbell (Little Falls '08), Merrimack's Jeff Bercume (Bennington '08), and Pace's Dustin Corbett (Plattsburgh '05) and Andre Liscinsky (Elmira '07).
Bryant University sophomore Nick Campbell (Little Falls '08) has been named to the league's honor roll for three-straight weeks and four times overall this season. Last week, Campbell batted .364 (8-for-22) with six runs batted in and one run scored in five games for the Bulldogs. The sophomore recorded at least one hit in all five games and collected three multi-hit and two multi-RBI games. At the time of the award, Campbell had a nine-game hitting streak. In a three-game series with American International, he collected five hits and three runs batted in. Saturday, Campbell drove in three runs during a doubleheader and was part of a game-winning suicide squeeze in the night cap that broke a 1-1 tie in the eighth inning.
Campbell has played and started all of Bryant's 50 games this season. He is batting a team-high .375 with 78 hits, 35 runs batted in and 17 stolen bases on 24 attempts. Campbell has 41 runs scored, 15 doubles, three triples, 12 walks and a .463 slugging percentage.
The Raynham, Mass., native will play for the Little Falls Miners of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer.
Merrimack University junior Jeff Bercume was named to the league's honor roll for the first time this season. Earlier in the year, Bercume was tabbed NE-10 Player of the Week. This past week, Bercume batted .500 (12-for-24) with seven runs batted in, six runs scored, five stolen bases and two triples. Bercume had at least one hit in all seven of Merrimack's games and put together four multi-hit games including two three-hit contests. In a Saturday doubleheader with St. Michael's, Bercume totaled five hits, five runs batted in, four runs scored and two triples. In the opener, he went 3-for-4 with three RBI and fell a home run shy of the cycle.
This spring, the Leceister, Mass., native is batting a team-high .363. In 38 games played, Bercume leads the Warriors in batting average, hits (53), runs scored (23), triples (4), runs batted in (21), slugging percentage (.452), on-base percentage (.398) and stolen bases (17).
Bercume will play for the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Bennington Bombers this summer.
For the third time this season, Pace senior pitcher Dustin Corbett has been named to the NE-10 honor roll. He has also garnered one NE-10 Pitcher of the Week accolade this season. Last week, Corbett went 1-1 with 0.64 earned run average in two appearances for the Setters. He allowed one earned run in 14.0 innings pitched, walked five and struck out 13. Corbett pitched a two-hit shutout over eight innings on April 22 as Pace defeated St. Rose, 9-0. He faced three batters over the minimum and fanned eight. Sunday, the Pace senior allowed one run on six hits over six innings and struck out five in a 3-0 loss to UMass Lowell.
This spring, Corbett is 6-2 with a 1.20 earned run average in 10 appearances. He has allowed nine earned runs in 67.2 innings pitched, struck out 65 and thrown two complete games. Corbett leads the Setters in victories, complete games and innings pitched. He is second in strikeouts to MacKenzie King (Allegany County '07).
Corbett pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2005 season for the Plattsburgh Thunder.
Pace junior Andre Liscinsky earned his first weekly award from the NE-10 this season. Licinsky batted .387 (12-for-31) in seven games for the Setters. He drove in four runs, scored four runs and stole two bases. Liscinsky had at least one hit in six of seven games and tallied three multi-hit games. The Trumbull, Conn., native highlighted his week with a 5-for-5 performance against Saint Rose on April 22. He drove in three runs, scored twice and ripped a triple in a 9-0 victory.
This spring, Liscinsky is batting .290 with 20 runs batted in. He has started 41 of Pace's 45 games. Liscinsky has totaled 51 hits, 25 runs scored, three doubles, one triple, 14 walks and 11 stolen bases.
The Pace junior was a member of the New York Collegiate Baseball League champion Elmira Pioneers last summer. He batted .292 with 21 runs batted in and a team-high 18 stolen bases last summer. In the playoffs, Liscinsky hit .407 with a team-high eight runs batted in and 11 hits in eight games. He won the Bob Bellizzi Big Stick Award at the end of the NYCBL Championship Series for his offensive prowess in the playoffs. Liscinsky was named second-team All-NYCBL at the end of the season.
Bryant University sophomore Nick Campbell (Little Falls '08) has been named to the league's honor roll for three-straight weeks and four times overall this season. Last week, Campbell batted .364 (8-for-22) with six runs batted in and one run scored in five games for the Bulldogs. The sophomore recorded at least one hit in all five games and collected three multi-hit and two multi-RBI games. At the time of the award, Campbell had a nine-game hitting streak. In a three-game series with American International, he collected five hits and three runs batted in. Saturday, Campbell drove in three runs during a doubleheader and was part of a game-winning suicide squeeze in the night cap that broke a 1-1 tie in the eighth inning.
Campbell has played and started all of Bryant's 50 games this season. He is batting a team-high .375 with 78 hits, 35 runs batted in and 17 stolen bases on 24 attempts. Campbell has 41 runs scored, 15 doubles, three triples, 12 walks and a .463 slugging percentage.
The Raynham, Mass., native will play for the Little Falls Miners of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer.
Merrimack University junior Jeff Bercume was named to the league's honor roll for the first time this season. Earlier in the year, Bercume was tabbed NE-10 Player of the Week. This past week, Bercume batted .500 (12-for-24) with seven runs batted in, six runs scored, five stolen bases and two triples. Bercume had at least one hit in all seven of Merrimack's games and put together four multi-hit games including two three-hit contests. In a Saturday doubleheader with St. Michael's, Bercume totaled five hits, five runs batted in, four runs scored and two triples. In the opener, he went 3-for-4 with three RBI and fell a home run shy of the cycle.
This spring, the Leceister, Mass., native is batting a team-high .363. In 38 games played, Bercume leads the Warriors in batting average, hits (53), runs scored (23), triples (4), runs batted in (21), slugging percentage (.452), on-base percentage (.398) and stolen bases (17).
Bercume will play for the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Bennington Bombers this summer.
For the third time this season, Pace senior pitcher Dustin Corbett has been named to the NE-10 honor roll. He has also garnered one NE-10 Pitcher of the Week accolade this season. Last week, Corbett went 1-1 with 0.64 earned run average in two appearances for the Setters. He allowed one earned run in 14.0 innings pitched, walked five and struck out 13. Corbett pitched a two-hit shutout over eight innings on April 22 as Pace defeated St. Rose, 9-0. He faced three batters over the minimum and fanned eight. Sunday, the Pace senior allowed one run on six hits over six innings and struck out five in a 3-0 loss to UMass Lowell.
This spring, Corbett is 6-2 with a 1.20 earned run average in 10 appearances. He has allowed nine earned runs in 67.2 innings pitched, struck out 65 and thrown two complete games. Corbett leads the Setters in victories, complete games and innings pitched. He is second in strikeouts to MacKenzie King (Allegany County '07).
Corbett pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2005 season for the Plattsburgh Thunder.
Pace junior Andre Liscinsky earned his first weekly award from the NE-10 this season. Licinsky batted .387 (12-for-31) in seven games for the Setters. He drove in four runs, scored four runs and stole two bases. Liscinsky had at least one hit in six of seven games and tallied three multi-hit games. The Trumbull, Conn., native highlighted his week with a 5-for-5 performance against Saint Rose on April 22. He drove in three runs, scored twice and ripped a triple in a 9-0 victory.
This spring, Liscinsky is batting .290 with 20 runs batted in. He has started 41 of Pace's 45 games. Liscinsky has totaled 51 hits, 25 runs scored, three doubles, one triple, 14 walks and 11 stolen bases.
The Pace junior was a member of the New York Collegiate Baseball League champion Elmira Pioneers last summer. He batted .292 with 21 runs batted in and a team-high 18 stolen bases last summer. In the playoffs, Liscinsky hit .407 with a team-high eight runs batted in and 11 hits in eight games. He won the Bob Bellizzi Big Stick Award at the end of the NYCBL Championship Series for his offensive prowess in the playoffs. Liscinsky was named second-team All-NYCBL at the end of the season.
Derbacher (Gen. Valley '06) Tabbed NE-10 Player of the Week
Southern Connecticut State University junior Karl Derbacher (Genesee Valley '06) has been selected as the Northeast-10 Player of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the second-straight week that Derbacher has been honored by the league. One week ago, Derbacher was named to the NE-10 weekly honor roll.
Last week, Derbacher hit .531 (17-for-32) and drove in 10 runs during seven games for Southern Connecticut State. He scored five runs and tallied four extra-base hits, including three doubles. Derbacher had at least one hit in all seven games and he put together five multi-hit and four multi-RBI games.
Derbacher started the week with back-to-back four-hit games against American International and Merrimack on Tuesday and Wednesday. He drove in five runs combined and scored twice. Friday, Derbacher ripped a two-run triple in the ninth inning as SCSU outlasted Pace, 5-4. Over the weekend, he had six hits and scored three runs in a three-game series against St. Anselm. In the second game of Saturday's doubleheader, Derbacher went 3-for-5 with two runs batted in, one run scored, one double and two stolen bases.
The Northford, Conn., native is among Southern Connecticut State's top three in every major offensive category. He leads the team in batting average (.432), hits (73), doubles (16), runs batted in (46), walks (31) and on-base percentage (.526). Derbacher is second in runs scored (43), triples (5) and slugging percentage (.586) and third in stolen bases (26).
Derbacher played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Central Division champion Genesee Valley Riverbats. In 19 games, Derbacher batted .265 with 11 runs batted in, 11 runs scored, 18 hits and six stolen bases.
Last week, Derbacher hit .531 (17-for-32) and drove in 10 runs during seven games for Southern Connecticut State. He scored five runs and tallied four extra-base hits, including three doubles. Derbacher had at least one hit in all seven games and he put together five multi-hit and four multi-RBI games.
Derbacher started the week with back-to-back four-hit games against American International and Merrimack on Tuesday and Wednesday. He drove in five runs combined and scored twice. Friday, Derbacher ripped a two-run triple in the ninth inning as SCSU outlasted Pace, 5-4. Over the weekend, he had six hits and scored three runs in a three-game series against St. Anselm. In the second game of Saturday's doubleheader, Derbacher went 3-for-5 with two runs batted in, one run scored, one double and two stolen bases.
The Northford, Conn., native is among Southern Connecticut State's top three in every major offensive category. He leads the team in batting average (.432), hits (73), doubles (16), runs batted in (46), walks (31) and on-base percentage (.526). Derbacher is second in runs scored (43), triples (5) and slugging percentage (.586) and third in stolen bases (26).
Derbacher played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Central Division champion Genesee Valley Riverbats. In 19 games, Derbacher batted .265 with 11 runs batted in, 11 runs scored, 18 hits and six stolen bases.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Martinez (Saratoga '08) Earns Recognition From Sunshine State Conference
Nova Southeastern University sophomore J.D. Martinez (Saratoga '08) has been selected as one of the Sunshine State Conference Players of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the first time this season that Martinez has been honored by the conference.
Last week, Martinez hit .529 (9-for-17) with three home runs, nine runs batted in and six runs scored in. Martinez had at least one hit in all four games for Nova Southeastern and he had two multi-hit and one multi-homer game.
Saturday, Martinez went 4-for-5 with one home run and five runs batted in as NSU defeated Barry, 20-7 in the opening game of a doubleheader. He scored three runs and added a double. In the night cap, Martinez belted two home runs and drove in four as the Sharks were again victorious. He singled home a run and scored in the third, belted a two-run homer in the fourth, smashed a solo home run in the sixth and reached on a fielders' choice in the sixth.
The Pembroke Pines, Fla., native, is currently batting .354 with 11 home runs and 54 runs batted in. Through 47 games, Martinez has accumulated 65 hits, 48 runs scored, 15 doubles, one triple, 24 walks and a .657 slugging percentage. He leads the team in runs batted in and is second in home runs and third in batting average to Bryan Cook (Saratoga '07).
Martinez will play for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer.
Last week, Martinez hit .529 (9-for-17) with three home runs, nine runs batted in and six runs scored in. Martinez had at least one hit in all four games for Nova Southeastern and he had two multi-hit and one multi-homer game.
Saturday, Martinez went 4-for-5 with one home run and five runs batted in as NSU defeated Barry, 20-7 in the opening game of a doubleheader. He scored three runs and added a double. In the night cap, Martinez belted two home runs and drove in four as the Sharks were again victorious. He singled home a run and scored in the third, belted a two-run homer in the fourth, smashed a solo home run in the sixth and reached on a fielders' choice in the sixth.
The Pembroke Pines, Fla., native, is currently batting .354 with 11 home runs and 54 runs batted in. Through 47 games, Martinez has accumulated 65 hits, 48 runs scored, 15 doubles, one triple, 24 walks and a .657 slugging percentage. He leads the team in runs batted in and is second in home runs and third in batting average to Bryan Cook (Saratoga '07).
Martinez will play for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer.
Dornes (Webster '08) Chosen Empire 8 Pitcher of the Week
Rochester Institute of Technology sophomore Geoff Dornes (Webster '08) has been named Empire 8 Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the first time this season that Dornes has been named the league's Pitcher of the Week. The RIT sophomore was the Empire 8 Player of the Week for the week ending April 21, 2008.
Last week, Dornes was 1-0 with a 1.29 earned run average in two appearances for the Tigers. He allowed one run on six hits, walked two and struck out two. Last Wednesday, the sophomore pitched one scoreless inning of relief and struck out two as RIT defeated Medaille, 10-3. Saturday, Dornes allowed one run on six hits over six innings as RIT defeated Stevens, 5-1, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader in Hoboken, N.J. Dornes walked two and stranded six runners on base.
The Landisville, Pa., native is currently 2-2 with a 2.91 earned run average in seven appearances for Rochester Tech. He has made five starts and thrown two complete games. Dornes has allowed 11 earned runs in 34 innings pitched, walked three and struck out 21. At the plate, Dornes is batting a team-high .384 with two home runs and 27 runs batted in. He leads the Tigers in at-bats (99), hits (38), doubles (8) and runs batted in.
Dornes, the 2007 Empire 8 Player of the Year, will compete in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Webster Yankees.
Last week, Dornes was 1-0 with a 1.29 earned run average in two appearances for the Tigers. He allowed one run on six hits, walked two and struck out two. Last Wednesday, the sophomore pitched one scoreless inning of relief and struck out two as RIT defeated Medaille, 10-3. Saturday, Dornes allowed one run on six hits over six innings as RIT defeated Stevens, 5-1, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader in Hoboken, N.J. Dornes walked two and stranded six runners on base.
The Landisville, Pa., native is currently 2-2 with a 2.91 earned run average in seven appearances for Rochester Tech. He has made five starts and thrown two complete games. Dornes has allowed 11 earned runs in 34 innings pitched, walked three and struck out 21. At the plate, Dornes is batting a team-high .384 with two home runs and 27 runs batted in. He leads the Tigers in at-bats (99), hits (38), doubles (8) and runs batted in.
Dornes, the 2007 Empire 8 Player of the Year, will compete in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Webster Yankees.
King (Brockport '07) Tabbed Empire 8 Player of the Week
St. John Fisher College senior Chad King (Brockport '07) has been selected as the Empire 8 Player of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the second time this season that King has been chosen as the conference's top weekly performer.
Last week, King hit .522 (12-for-23) with one home run and 13 runs batted for the Cardinals. In seven games, King racked up seven runs scored, two sacrifice flies, two doubles and one stolen base. He recorded at least one hit in every game and produced three multi-hit and four multi-RBI games. In addition, King earned a mound victory with five strong innings against conference-foe Utica College over the weekend.
King started the week with four hits, seven runs batted in and three runs scored in St. John Fisher's doubleheader sweep of Keuka on April 23. In the night cap, he recorded a career-high five runs batted in. King strung together six hits over the weekend as the Cardinals swept a four-game series with Utica. He drove in at least one run in all four games and knocked in a total of six runs for the series. Saturday, the senior allowed two unearned runs on five hits in five innings pitched and went 3-for-4 with a run batted in as Fisher defeated Utica, 8-3.
The Baldwinsville, N.Y., native is currently batting .349 with five home runs and a team-high 33 runs batted in. Through 30 games, King has totaled 38 hits, 22 runs scored and eight doubles. Defensively, he leads the team with 86 assists. In five pitching appearances, King is 2-2 with a 0.68 earned run average. He has allowed two earned runs in 26.1 innings pitched and struck out 11.
King played for the Brockport Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He batted .261 with one home run, 11 RBI and 23 hits. On the mound, King went 2-0 in four appearances with a 2.16 earned run average.
Last week, King hit .522 (12-for-23) with one home run and 13 runs batted for the Cardinals. In seven games, King racked up seven runs scored, two sacrifice flies, two doubles and one stolen base. He recorded at least one hit in every game and produced three multi-hit and four multi-RBI games. In addition, King earned a mound victory with five strong innings against conference-foe Utica College over the weekend.
King started the week with four hits, seven runs batted in and three runs scored in St. John Fisher's doubleheader sweep of Keuka on April 23. In the night cap, he recorded a career-high five runs batted in. King strung together six hits over the weekend as the Cardinals swept a four-game series with Utica. He drove in at least one run in all four games and knocked in a total of six runs for the series. Saturday, the senior allowed two unearned runs on five hits in five innings pitched and went 3-for-4 with a run batted in as Fisher defeated Utica, 8-3.
The Baldwinsville, N.Y., native is currently batting .349 with five home runs and a team-high 33 runs batted in. Through 30 games, King has totaled 38 hits, 22 runs scored and eight doubles. Defensively, he leads the team with 86 assists. In five pitching appearances, King is 2-2 with a 0.68 earned run average. He has allowed two earned runs in 26.1 innings pitched and struck out 11.
King played for the Brockport Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He batted .261 with one home run, 11 RBI and 23 hits. On the mound, King went 2-0 in four appearances with a 2.16 earned run average.
McEneaney (Gen. Valley '06) Named Liberty League Co-Pitcher of the Week
University of Rochester senior Peter McEneaney (Genesee Valley '06) has been chosen as the Liberty League Co-Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 27, 2008. It is the second time this season that McEneaney has won the award.
Last week, the Rochester senior was 1-0 with a 1.84 ERA in two appearances for the Yellow Jackets. He allowed three earned runs in 14.2 innings pitched, yielded 15 hits and struck out 10. McEneaney pitched five and two-thirds innings against Ithaca on April 22. In a no decision, he allowed three runs on eight hits, walked four and struck out four. Working on three-days rest, McEneaney whirled a complete-game shutout against conference-rival RPI on Saturday afternoon in the second game of a doubleheader.
The New York, N.Y., native scattered seven hits, walked one and struck out six as Rochester defeated RPI, 2-0. McEneaney stranded six RPI runners on base and faced six hitters over the minimum in the nine-inning contest.
This spring, McEneaney is 6-0 with a team-low 1.32 earned run average for Rochester. He has allowed eight earned runs in a team-high 54.1 innings pitched and struck out 50. The senior is second on the team in victories and strikeouts to junior Blair Veenema (Gen. Valley '06). Rochester will host the Liberty League tournament on the weekend of May 12-13.
McEneaney pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season. He helped the Genesee Valley Riverbats to the Central Division championship. The 6-foot-2 hurler went 5-2 with one save and a 2.01 earned run average in 11 appearances for Genesee Valley. He pitched a team-high 62.2 innings and struck out 40. McEneaney was named first-team All-NYCBL at the end of the season.
Last week, the Rochester senior was 1-0 with a 1.84 ERA in two appearances for the Yellow Jackets. He allowed three earned runs in 14.2 innings pitched, yielded 15 hits and struck out 10. McEneaney pitched five and two-thirds innings against Ithaca on April 22. In a no decision, he allowed three runs on eight hits, walked four and struck out four. Working on three-days rest, McEneaney whirled a complete-game shutout against conference-rival RPI on Saturday afternoon in the second game of a doubleheader.
The New York, N.Y., native scattered seven hits, walked one and struck out six as Rochester defeated RPI, 2-0. McEneaney stranded six RPI runners on base and faced six hitters over the minimum in the nine-inning contest.
This spring, McEneaney is 6-0 with a team-low 1.32 earned run average for Rochester. He has allowed eight earned runs in a team-high 54.1 innings pitched and struck out 50. The senior is second on the team in victories and strikeouts to junior Blair Veenema (Gen. Valley '06). Rochester will host the Liberty League tournament on the weekend of May 12-13.
McEneaney pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season. He helped the Genesee Valley Riverbats to the Central Division championship. The 6-foot-2 hurler went 5-2 with one save and a 2.01 earned run average in 11 appearances for Genesee Valley. He pitched a team-high 62.2 innings and struck out 40. McEneaney was named first-team All-NYCBL at the end of the season.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Graman (Little Falls '97) Tied For Pacific League Lead In Saves
After one month of play in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball, Saitama Seibu Lions closer Alex Graman (Little Falls '97) is tied for the Pacific League lead in saves with seven. Nippon Ham Fighters closer Michael Nakamura has also registered seven saves. Seibu currently stands in first place in the Pacific League; the Lions have a game and a half lead over the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles and the Chiba Lotte Marines who are tied for second place.
Through 12 appearances, Graman is 1-0 with a 0.00 earned run average. He has held opponents scoreless in 10.1 innings pitched, yielded just nine hits and struck out seven. After making two appearances in March, Graman has pitched 10 games for Saibu in April and converted seven saves. He did not allow a hit until his fifth appearance of the season. Graman earned his lone victory over Greg LaRocca's Orix Buffaloes on April 25. He pitched a scoreless eleventh inning and then center fielder Shogo Akada belted a walk-off grand slam to give Seibu a 9-5 win.
This is Graman's third season in Japan. He is a former teammate of current Boston Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka. Last year, Graman was moved into the Lions bullpen and he converted 17 saves.
Prior to Japan, Graman pitched in the New York Yankees organization. He made five total Major League appearances between 2004 and 2005. The Huntingburg, Ind., native was drafted by the Yankees out of Indiana State University. He was chosen in the third round (111st overall) of the 1999 draft.
Graman pitched in the Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League during the 1997 season. He was a member of the Knickerbocker Baseball Club of Little Falls. The team fell in the NCBL Championship to the Ithaca Lakers.
Through 12 appearances, Graman is 1-0 with a 0.00 earned run average. He has held opponents scoreless in 10.1 innings pitched, yielded just nine hits and struck out seven. After making two appearances in March, Graman has pitched 10 games for Saibu in April and converted seven saves. He did not allow a hit until his fifth appearance of the season. Graman earned his lone victory over Greg LaRocca's Orix Buffaloes on April 25. He pitched a scoreless eleventh inning and then center fielder Shogo Akada belted a walk-off grand slam to give Seibu a 9-5 win.
This is Graman's third season in Japan. He is a former teammate of current Boston Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka. Last year, Graman was moved into the Lions bullpen and he converted 17 saves.
Prior to Japan, Graman pitched in the New York Yankees organization. He made five total Major League appearances between 2004 and 2005. The Huntingburg, Ind., native was drafted by the Yankees out of Indiana State University. He was chosen in the third round (111st overall) of the 1999 draft.
Graman pitched in the Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League during the 1997 season. He was a member of the Knickerbocker Baseball Club of Little Falls. The team fell in the NCBL Championship to the Ithaca Lakers.
Hoover (Amsterdam '08) Hits Walk-Off Winner For Trinity (TX)
Junior Stosh Hoover (Amsterdam '08) belted a two-out, two-run single in the bottom of the ninth inning to propel the Trinity University (Texas) Tigers over Millsaps College, 6-5, in the championship game of the 2008 Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference postseason tournament. With the victory, the Tigers received an automatic bid to the 2008 Division III NCAA tournament.
Hoover's two-run, walk-off single capped off a four-run ninth inning that saw Trinity erase a 5-2 Millsaps lead. Hoover was down to his final strike when he connected on a base hit to right-center field that scored Kevin Jackson and Dillan Early. Hoover finished the game 2-for-5 with two runs batted in.
Hoover is a shortstop from Phoenix, Ariz. out of Brophy College Prep. Heading into the SCAC title game, Hoover was batting .367 with one home run and 30 runs batted in. He had 61 hits, 51 runs scored, 18 doubles, four triples, 11 stolen bases and a team-high 35 walks. Hoover was the only Tiger to play and start all 43 games.
The Trinity junior will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Amsterdam Mohawks.
Hoover's two-run, walk-off single capped off a four-run ninth inning that saw Trinity erase a 5-2 Millsaps lead. Hoover was down to his final strike when he connected on a base hit to right-center field that scored Kevin Jackson and Dillan Early. Hoover finished the game 2-for-5 with two runs batted in.
Hoover is a shortstop from Phoenix, Ariz. out of Brophy College Prep. Heading into the SCAC title game, Hoover was batting .367 with one home run and 30 runs batted in. He had 61 hits, 51 runs scored, 18 doubles, four triples, 11 stolen bases and a team-high 35 walks. Hoover was the only Tiger to play and start all 43 games.
The Trinity junior will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Amsterdam Mohawks.
Enman (Little Falls '07) Named GNAC Player of the Year
St. Joseph's College of Maine senior Luke Enman (Little Falls '07) has been chosen as the 2008 Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) Player of the Year. Enman was also named first-team all-conference.
Enman, a 2007 D3baseball.com All-American, batted .415 during the regular season with a conference-leading .771 slugging percentage. He led the St. Joseph's College Monks in batting average, slugging percentage, hits (49), runs (40), runs batted in (38), stolen bases (10) and on-base percentage (.510). Enman finished second in the GNAC in on-base percentage, hits, home runs and runs batted in, third in batting average and fourth in runs scored. The senior helped his team qualify for the 2008 GNAC playoffs.
Last year, the Milan, N.H., native was the North Atlantic Conference (NAC) Player of the Year and the NAC tournament Most Valuable Player. In addition, Enman was tabbed first-team all-conference, second-team all-region, first-team All-NEIBA and second-team All-America.
A four-year starter at for the Monks, Enman ranks as one of the school's best baseball players. He entered the weekend as the school's all-time record holder in at-bats (567) and triples (18). Enman is among the top-10 all-time in doubles, runs scored, runs batted in, hits, home runs and batting average.
Enman played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Little Falls Miners. He hit .261 with one home run, 12 runs batted in and 36 hits in 40 games. Enman was the only Miner to reach the 40-game plateau.
UPDATE: Sunday, Enman and St. Joseph's will play in the GNAC Championship Round against top-seeded Suffolk. The two teams will play at Holman Stadium in Nashua, N.H. If St. Joseph's wins, they will advance to the NCAA tournament.
Enman, a 2007 D3baseball.com All-American, batted .415 during the regular season with a conference-leading .771 slugging percentage. He led the St. Joseph's College Monks in batting average, slugging percentage, hits (49), runs (40), runs batted in (38), stolen bases (10) and on-base percentage (.510). Enman finished second in the GNAC in on-base percentage, hits, home runs and runs batted in, third in batting average and fourth in runs scored. The senior helped his team qualify for the 2008 GNAC playoffs.
Last year, the Milan, N.H., native was the North Atlantic Conference (NAC) Player of the Year and the NAC tournament Most Valuable Player. In addition, Enman was tabbed first-team all-conference, second-team all-region, first-team All-NEIBA and second-team All-America.
A four-year starter at for the Monks, Enman ranks as one of the school's best baseball players. He entered the weekend as the school's all-time record holder in at-bats (567) and triples (18). Enman is among the top-10 all-time in doubles, runs scored, runs batted in, hits, home runs and batting average.
Enman played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Little Falls Miners. He hit .261 with one home run, 12 runs batted in and 36 hits in 40 games. Enman was the only Miner to reach the 40-game plateau.
UPDATE: Sunday, Enman and St. Joseph's will play in the GNAC Championship Round against top-seeded Suffolk. The two teams will play at Holman Stadium in Nashua, N.H. If St. Joseph's wins, they will advance to the NCAA tournament.
Friday, April 25, 2008
Four NYCBL Alums Named To Howser Watch List
Four former New York Collegiate Baseball League players have been named to the 2008 Dick Howser Trophy Watch List. The four are Georgia Southern's Chris Shehan (Glens Falls '06), Miami's Kyle Bellamy (Geneva '07), St. John's' George Brown (Watertown '05) and Virginia's Michael Schwimmer (Saratoga '05).
The award, named after former Florida State All-American and Major Leaguer Dick Howser, is presented by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association in conjunction with the St. Petersburg (Fla.) Area Chamber of Commerce. It is given to the top player in collegiate baseball. A total of 50 players are on the watch list.
Chris Shehan is a junior outfielder at Georgia Southern University. Entering the weekend, he leads Georgia Southern in batting average (.462), hits (72), runs scored (60), home runs (14), slugging percentage (.840), on-base percentage (.582) and walks (39). Shehan also has 13 doubles, 56 runs batted in and 18 stolen bases on 19 attempts. At the end of last week's games, Shehan led the nation in on-base percentage and he was among the nation's top 25 in batting average, runs per game, runs scored, hits, home runs, runs batted in, RBI per game, slugging percentage and total bases. This spring, Shehan has twice been named the Southern Conference Player of the Week and he was also a Louisville Slugger National Player of the Week.
The Strasburg, Pa., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Glens Falls Golden Eagles. He collected three hits in three games and drove in two runs.
Kyle Bellamy is a sophomore relief pitcher for the first nationally-ranked Miami (Fla.) Hurricanes. Heading into this weekend's action, Bellamy is 5-0 with two saves and a 1.57 earned run average in a team-high 23 appearances. He has allowed six earned runs in 34.1 innings pitched, walked four and struck out 40. Bellamy has held opponents to a .140 batting average. He leads the team in earned run average, appearances and opponents batting average and he is second in strikeouts. Last weekend, Bellamy helped Miami (Fla.) to a 2-1 series victory over second-ranked Florida State. He appeared in all three games for the Hurricanes.
The Davie, Fla., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Geneva Red Wings. Bellamy was named first-team All-NYCBL after accumulating a league-high 14 saves in 17 appearances. He finished 1-0 with a 1.29 earned run average and 26 strikeouts. In the playoffs, Bellamy tossed two scoreless frames as the Red Wings advanced to the Western Division finals. He was also named as one of the league's top prospects by Baseball America and Perfect Game Scouting.
George Brown is a senior pitcher at St. John's University. This spring, Brown is 8-0 with a 2.47 earned run average in nine appearances. Brown has pitched 58.1 innings, allowed 16 earned runs, walked six and struck out 45. Opponents against the senior are batting .237. He has won seven-straight decisions dating back to the start of March. Brown leads the BIG EAST with eight wins and that number ties him for second nationally. He is a two-time BIG EAST Pitcher of the Week.
Brown was a member of the 2005 NYCBL Eastern Division playoff champion Watertown Wizards. In five starts, Brown went 1-1 with a 3.29 earned run average. He pitched 27.1 innings and struck out 22 batters.
Michael Schwimmer is a senior relief pitcher at the University of Virginia. This spring, Schwimmer is 2-1 with 11 saves and a 0.96 earned run average. In 18.2 innings pitched, Schwimmer has allowed two earned runs, nine hits and struck out 17. He leads the ACC with 11 saves and ranks third nationally in that category. Opponents are batting .148 against Schwimmer this spring.
The Alexandria, Va., native pitched for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2005 season. He went 3-1 with a 1.66 earned run average in seven appearances. Schwimmer made seven starts, pitched a team-high 43.1 innings and struck out 30. He was one of Saratoga's representatives at the 2005 NYCBL All-Star Game in Newark, N.Y.
Former winners of the Dick Howser Trophy include Robin Ventura, Brooks Kieschneck, Jason Varitek, Todd Helton, Kris Benson, JD Drew, Mark Teixeira, Mark Prior, Khalil Greene, Jered Weaver, Alex Gordon and David Price.
The award, named after former Florida State All-American and Major Leaguer Dick Howser, is presented by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association in conjunction with the St. Petersburg (Fla.) Area Chamber of Commerce. It is given to the top player in collegiate baseball. A total of 50 players are on the watch list.
Chris Shehan is a junior outfielder at Georgia Southern University. Entering the weekend, he leads Georgia Southern in batting average (.462), hits (72), runs scored (60), home runs (14), slugging percentage (.840), on-base percentage (.582) and walks (39). Shehan also has 13 doubles, 56 runs batted in and 18 stolen bases on 19 attempts. At the end of last week's games, Shehan led the nation in on-base percentage and he was among the nation's top 25 in batting average, runs per game, runs scored, hits, home runs, runs batted in, RBI per game, slugging percentage and total bases. This spring, Shehan has twice been named the Southern Conference Player of the Week and he was also a Louisville Slugger National Player of the Week.
The Strasburg, Pa., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Glens Falls Golden Eagles. He collected three hits in three games and drove in two runs.
Kyle Bellamy is a sophomore relief pitcher for the first nationally-ranked Miami (Fla.) Hurricanes. Heading into this weekend's action, Bellamy is 5-0 with two saves and a 1.57 earned run average in a team-high 23 appearances. He has allowed six earned runs in 34.1 innings pitched, walked four and struck out 40. Bellamy has held opponents to a .140 batting average. He leads the team in earned run average, appearances and opponents batting average and he is second in strikeouts. Last weekend, Bellamy helped Miami (Fla.) to a 2-1 series victory over second-ranked Florida State. He appeared in all three games for the Hurricanes.
The Davie, Fla., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Geneva Red Wings. Bellamy was named first-team All-NYCBL after accumulating a league-high 14 saves in 17 appearances. He finished 1-0 with a 1.29 earned run average and 26 strikeouts. In the playoffs, Bellamy tossed two scoreless frames as the Red Wings advanced to the Western Division finals. He was also named as one of the league's top prospects by Baseball America and Perfect Game Scouting.
George Brown is a senior pitcher at St. John's University. This spring, Brown is 8-0 with a 2.47 earned run average in nine appearances. Brown has pitched 58.1 innings, allowed 16 earned runs, walked six and struck out 45. Opponents against the senior are batting .237. He has won seven-straight decisions dating back to the start of March. Brown leads the BIG EAST with eight wins and that number ties him for second nationally. He is a two-time BIG EAST Pitcher of the Week.
Brown was a member of the 2005 NYCBL Eastern Division playoff champion Watertown Wizards. In five starts, Brown went 1-1 with a 3.29 earned run average. He pitched 27.1 innings and struck out 22 batters.
Michael Schwimmer is a senior relief pitcher at the University of Virginia. This spring, Schwimmer is 2-1 with 11 saves and a 0.96 earned run average. In 18.2 innings pitched, Schwimmer has allowed two earned runs, nine hits and struck out 17. He leads the ACC with 11 saves and ranks third nationally in that category. Opponents are batting .148 against Schwimmer this spring.
The Alexandria, Va., native pitched for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2005 season. He went 3-1 with a 1.66 earned run average in seven appearances. Schwimmer made seven starts, pitched a team-high 43.1 innings and struck out 30. He was one of Saratoga's representatives at the 2005 NYCBL All-Star Game in Newark, N.Y.
Former winners of the Dick Howser Trophy include Robin Ventura, Brooks Kieschneck, Jason Varitek, Todd Helton, Kris Benson, JD Drew, Mark Teixeira, Mark Prior, Khalil Greene, Jered Weaver, Alex Gordon and David Price.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Athletics Claim Davis (Hornell '00) Off Waivers
The Oakland Athletics claimed outfielder Rajai Davis (Hornell '00) off waivers from the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday. Davis joined the Athletics for a Thursday afternoon contest with the Minnesota Twins at McAfee Coliseum. He started in center field and went 3-for-4 with a triple and a run scored as Oakland pounded Minnesota, 11-2.
Davis started the season on the San Francisco Giants roster. He played in 12 games for the Giants and batted .056 (1-for-18) with four stolen bases. Davis was designated for assignment by San Francisco on April 20.
Last season, Davis played for both the Pittsburgh Pirates and the San Francisco Giants. Davis, who made his Major League debut in 2006, began the 2007 season in Triple-A Indianapolis. He was called up by the Pirates in June and hit .271 in 24 games. Davis was traded to San Francisco in late July for pitcher Matt Morris. He finished the season in San Francisco. In 24 games with the Giants, Davis batted .282 with one home run, seven runs batted in and 17 stolen bases.
The New London, Conn., native was selected by the Pirates in the 38th round (1134th overall) of the 2001 Major League draft. During his minor league career with Pittsburgh, Davis was an all-star in three different leagues (Gulf Coast, South Atlantic, Carolina) and he stole a career-high 57 bases for the Lynchburg Hillcats in 2004.
Davis, who played collegiately at UCONN-Avery Point, was a member of the 2000 Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League champion Hornell Dodgers. He is one of six players from the 2000 Dodgers to play professional baseball. Davis was a Hornell teammate of current Saratoga Phillies assistant coach Steve Checksfield (Schenectady '98, Hornell '00).
Davis started the season on the San Francisco Giants roster. He played in 12 games for the Giants and batted .056 (1-for-18) with four stolen bases. Davis was designated for assignment by San Francisco on April 20.
Last season, Davis played for both the Pittsburgh Pirates and the San Francisco Giants. Davis, who made his Major League debut in 2006, began the 2007 season in Triple-A Indianapolis. He was called up by the Pirates in June and hit .271 in 24 games. Davis was traded to San Francisco in late July for pitcher Matt Morris. He finished the season in San Francisco. In 24 games with the Giants, Davis batted .282 with one home run, seven runs batted in and 17 stolen bases.
The New London, Conn., native was selected by the Pirates in the 38th round (1134th overall) of the 2001 Major League draft. During his minor league career with Pittsburgh, Davis was an all-star in three different leagues (Gulf Coast, South Atlantic, Carolina) and he stole a career-high 57 bases for the Lynchburg Hillcats in 2004.
Davis, who played collegiately at UCONN-Avery Point, was a member of the 2000 Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League champion Hornell Dodgers. He is one of six players from the 2000 Dodgers to play professional baseball. Davis was a Hornell teammate of current Saratoga Phillies assistant coach Steve Checksfield (Schenectady '98, Hornell '00).
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Navarrete (Geneva '97) & Pellegrine (Watertown '04) Set For Atlantic League Opening Day
Former New York Collegiate Baseball League players Ray Navarrete (Geneva '97) and David Pellegrine (Watertown '04) are set to begin the 2008 independent baseball season in the Atlantic League. Navarette will play for the Long Island Ducks and Pellegrine will pitch for the Newark Bears. The Atlantic League opens its 2008 season this Friday.
The 2008 season will be Navarrete's third with the Ducks and ninth in professional baseball. Last season, Navarrete was an Atlantic League all-star and he led the circuit in runs scored (104), doubles (42) and extra-base hits (62). Navarrete hit .3o7 with 67 runs batted in and a career-high 18 home runs as the Ducks advanced to the Atlantic League playoffs.
Navarrete was signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates as a non-drafted free agent out of Seton Hall in 2000. He spent five seasons in the Pirates farm system and advanced as high as Double-A Altoona. Navarrete was a Carolina League all-star with the Lynchburg Hillcats in 2002 and he led the league in hits with 169. The former Seton Hall star split 2005 between Houston's Double-A affiliate in Corpus Christi and the Atlantic League's Somerset (N.J.) Patriots. Navarrete helped the Patriots to an Atlantic League championship.
The Colts Neck, N.J., native signed with the New York Mets in 2006 and played 53 games combined between Double-A Binghamton and Triple-A Norfolk. Navarrete was released during the season by the Mets and he closed out 2006 with the Long Island Ducks.
Navarrete played in the Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League for the Geneva Knights in 1997. His teammates included former Major League pitcher Scott Cassidy, current Hornell Dodgers general manager Paul Welker and former Camden Riversharks pitcher Nate Buttenfield.
Pellegrine is in his first season with the Newark Bears. He was signed by the team after a free-agent try out in February. Pellegrine missed all of 2007 due to injury. After being selected by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the 11th round (342nd round) of the 2006 draft, Pellegrine made his professional debut for the Orem Owlz of the Pioneer League.
In 12 appearances, Pellegrine went 1-0 with a 4.50 earned run average. He pitched 12 innings, finished four games and struck out 11. Before Orem, Pellegrine pitched at Northeastern University. As a junior, he went 6-5 with a 3.02 earned run average and 92.1 innings pitched.
The Norwood, Mass., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2004 Watertown Wizards. He went 3-3 with a 2.74 earned run average in 10 appearances. Pellegrine finished third on the team in strikeouts and fifth in ERA.
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The 2008 season will be Navarrete's third with the Ducks and ninth in professional baseball. Last season, Navarrete was an Atlantic League all-star and he led the circuit in runs scored (104), doubles (42) and extra-base hits (62). Navarrete hit .3o7 with 67 runs batted in and a career-high 18 home runs as the Ducks advanced to the Atlantic League playoffs.
Navarrete was signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates as a non-drafted free agent out of Seton Hall in 2000. He spent five seasons in the Pirates farm system and advanced as high as Double-A Altoona. Navarrete was a Carolina League all-star with the Lynchburg Hillcats in 2002 and he led the league in hits with 169. The former Seton Hall star split 2005 between Houston's Double-A affiliate in Corpus Christi and the Atlantic League's Somerset (N.J.) Patriots. Navarrete helped the Patriots to an Atlantic League championship.
The Colts Neck, N.J., native signed with the New York Mets in 2006 and played 53 games combined between Double-A Binghamton and Triple-A Norfolk. Navarrete was released during the season by the Mets and he closed out 2006 with the Long Island Ducks.
Navarrete played in the Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League for the Geneva Knights in 1997. His teammates included former Major League pitcher Scott Cassidy, current Hornell Dodgers general manager Paul Welker and former Camden Riversharks pitcher Nate Buttenfield.
Pellegrine is in his first season with the Newark Bears. He was signed by the team after a free-agent try out in February. Pellegrine missed all of 2007 due to injury. After being selected by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the 11th round (342nd round) of the 2006 draft, Pellegrine made his professional debut for the Orem Owlz of the Pioneer League.
In 12 appearances, Pellegrine went 1-0 with a 4.50 earned run average. He pitched 12 innings, finished four games and struck out 11. Before Orem, Pellegrine pitched at Northeastern University. As a junior, he went 6-5 with a 3.02 earned run average and 92.1 innings pitched.
The Norwood, Mass., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2004 Watertown Wizards. He went 3-3 with a 2.74 earned run average in 10 appearances. Pellegrine finished third on the team in strikeouts and fifth in ERA.
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NYCBL Alumni Spotlight: Nate Espy (Hornell '97)
Welcome back to the New York Collegiate Baseball League Alumni Spotlight. Every other week until the beginning of the 2008 NYCBL season on June 6th, former NYCBL (or NCBL) players or coaches will be featured. Last June, 27 current or former New York Collegiate Baseball League players were selected in the Major League Baseball entry draft. Countless other former players and coaches have gone on to success at the collegiate and professional levels.
Today, the spotlight shines on former Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League player Nate Espy. Espy was a member of the 1997 Hornell Dodgers. Last year, he was one of 21 former Dodgers to play professional baseball in either the minors or the independent leagues. Also, five members of the '97 Dodgers went on to play professional baseball including former New York Mets prospect Mitch Wylie.
Espy played last summer for the York (Pa.) Revolution of the independent Atlantic League. After a stellar season, he was named the team's Most Valuable Player. Espy led the first-year Revolution in almost every major offensive category including batting average (.316), home runs (22), runs batted in (90), runs scored (82), hits (137), triples (6), slugging percentage (.547) and on-base percentage (.419). At the end of the season, Espy was named to the Atlantic League all-star team along with Ray Navarrete (Geneva '97).
His professional journey began in June of 1998. Espy was chosen by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 18th round (524th overall) of the 1998 draft out of Lurleen B. Wallace Community College. As a 20-year-old, Espy tore up the Appalachian League for the Martinsville Phillies batting .361 with 13 home runs and 56 runs batted in. After two seasons in the South Atlantic League, including a 21-home run campaign in 2000, Espy moved up to Clearwater in the Florida State League. He batted .285 with 11 home runs and 68 runs batted in to earn a promotion to Double-A Reading in 2002. Espy belted 23 home runs and drove in over 110 runs for Reading over two seasons but was traded to St. Louis in 2004.
Espy spent one year in the Cardinals system with the Tennessee Smokies. He clouted 11 home runs and hit .274 in 114 games. After slamming 13 home runs for Seattle's Double-A team in San Antonio in 2005, Espy signed with the Oakland Athletics. He made his Triple-A debut in 2006 with the Sacramento RiverCats. The former Hornell Dodger batted .277 with 10 home runs and 48 runs batted in while playing 99 games.
According to the York (Pa.) Dispatch, Espy is currently a free agent. While he is not listed on the York roster for 2008, there is a chance that he may return to the Revolution or sign a contract to play overseas.
Today, the spotlight shines on former Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League player Nate Espy. Espy was a member of the 1997 Hornell Dodgers. Last year, he was one of 21 former Dodgers to play professional baseball in either the minors or the independent leagues. Also, five members of the '97 Dodgers went on to play professional baseball including former New York Mets prospect Mitch Wylie.
Espy played last summer for the York (Pa.) Revolution of the independent Atlantic League. After a stellar season, he was named the team's Most Valuable Player. Espy led the first-year Revolution in almost every major offensive category including batting average (.316), home runs (22), runs batted in (90), runs scored (82), hits (137), triples (6), slugging percentage (.547) and on-base percentage (.419). At the end of the season, Espy was named to the Atlantic League all-star team along with Ray Navarrete (Geneva '97).
His professional journey began in June of 1998. Espy was chosen by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 18th round (524th overall) of the 1998 draft out of Lurleen B. Wallace Community College. As a 20-year-old, Espy tore up the Appalachian League for the Martinsville Phillies batting .361 with 13 home runs and 56 runs batted in. After two seasons in the South Atlantic League, including a 21-home run campaign in 2000, Espy moved up to Clearwater in the Florida State League. He batted .285 with 11 home runs and 68 runs batted in to earn a promotion to Double-A Reading in 2002. Espy belted 23 home runs and drove in over 110 runs for Reading over two seasons but was traded to St. Louis in 2004.
Espy spent one year in the Cardinals system with the Tennessee Smokies. He clouted 11 home runs and hit .274 in 114 games. After slamming 13 home runs for Seattle's Double-A team in San Antonio in 2005, Espy signed with the Oakland Athletics. He made his Triple-A debut in 2006 with the Sacramento RiverCats. The former Hornell Dodger batted .277 with 10 home runs and 48 runs batted in while playing 99 games.
According to the York (Pa.) Dispatch, Espy is currently a free agent. While he is not listed on the York roster for 2008, there is a chance that he may return to the Revolution or sign a contract to play overseas.
Braden (Hornell '03) Recalled By Athletics
The Oakland Athletics recalled pitcher Dallas Braden (Hornell '03) from the Triple-A Sacramento RiverCats on Tuesday, April 22. According to a team press release, Braden is expected to pitch out of the bullpen on Wednesday night when the Athletics host the Minnesota Twins at McAfee Coliseum.
Braden spent most of Spring Training with the Athletics before being sent down to Sacramento on March 29. In four appearances for the RiverCats, Braden had no decisions and a 2.50 earned run average. He allowed five earned runs in 18 innings pitched, walked six and struck out 17. Braden's best start with a six-inning performance against Las Vegas on April 13. He allowed one run on four hits and struck out five against the 51s.
The Stockton, Calif., native spent the 2007 season shuttling between Oakland and Sacramento. Not even five days after making his first Triple-A start with Sacramento on April 19, Braden made his Major League debut for the Athletics against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. He pitched six innings and earned his lone Major League victory of the season. For Oakland, Braden went 1-8 with a 6.72 earned run average in 20 appearances and 14 starts. He pitched 72.1 innings and struck out 55. In Sacramento, the former Hornell Dodger was 2-3 with a 2.95 ERA and 74 strikeouts in 64 innings pitched. Braden was the Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week during the final week of the regular season.
Braden was a member of the 2003 New York Collegiate Baseball League Western Division champion Hornell Dodgers. He was one of Hornell's four representatives in the 2003 New York Collegiate Baseball League All-Star Game. Braden struck out 13 in Hornell's game one victory over Geneva in the Western Division playoffs. He came back in the second game of the NYCBL Championship Series to pitch in Hornell's lone win against Amsterdam.
Braden spent most of Spring Training with the Athletics before being sent down to Sacramento on March 29. In four appearances for the RiverCats, Braden had no decisions and a 2.50 earned run average. He allowed five earned runs in 18 innings pitched, walked six and struck out 17. Braden's best start with a six-inning performance against Las Vegas on April 13. He allowed one run on four hits and struck out five against the 51s.
The Stockton, Calif., native spent the 2007 season shuttling between Oakland and Sacramento. Not even five days after making his first Triple-A start with Sacramento on April 19, Braden made his Major League debut for the Athletics against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. He pitched six innings and earned his lone Major League victory of the season. For Oakland, Braden went 1-8 with a 6.72 earned run average in 20 appearances and 14 starts. He pitched 72.1 innings and struck out 55. In Sacramento, the former Hornell Dodger was 2-3 with a 2.95 ERA and 74 strikeouts in 64 innings pitched. Braden was the Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week during the final week of the regular season.
Braden was a member of the 2003 New York Collegiate Baseball League Western Division champion Hornell Dodgers. He was one of Hornell's four representatives in the 2003 New York Collegiate Baseball League All-Star Game. Braden struck out 13 in Hornell's game one victory over Geneva in the Western Division playoffs. He came back in the second game of the NYCBL Championship Series to pitch in Hornell's lone win against Amsterdam.
Two Former NYCBL Players Receive Conference Carolinas Postseason Awards
Mount Olive College senior pitcher Ryan Schlecht (Little Falls '06) has been named the Conference Carolinas 2008 Pitcher of the Year. Schlecht was also named to the first-team all-conference. Coker College senior Julio Gomez (Geneva '07) was chosen to the second-team all-conference by the league's coaches.
Schlecht helped Mount Olive College to the 2008 Carolinas Conference regular season championship, Carolinas Conference tournament championship and a number-one ranking in NCAA Division II. Prior to the conference tournament, Schlecht led the nation in victories with 11. He finished the regular season 11-0, the first pitcher in Mount Olive history to go undefeated with more than ten wins. He earned victories in 10 starts and one relief appearance for the Trojans. The Scottsdale, Ariz., native put together three complete games, 55 strikeouts and a 2.61 earned run average. Schlecht transferred to Mount Olive from Charleston Southern.
The Mount Olive senior pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2006 Little Falls Diamond Miners. The Diamond Miners made the league playoffs but fell to Saratoga in the semifinals. Schlecht went 3-2 with a 5.68 earned run average in 14 appearances. He pitched 20.2 innings, struck out 22 and held opponents to a .172 batting average. Schlecht finished second on the team in innings pitched.
Gomez was the top offensive performer for the Coker College Cobras this past spring. Gomez hit .319 with three home runs and 33 runs batted in. He played and started 48 of Coker's 50 games. Gomez led the team in batting average, home runs, runs batted in and slugging percentage (.438). He also compiled 59 hits, 29 runs scored, 13 doubles and eight stolen bases. The Sante Fe, N.M., native was the only Coker player selected to the all-conference team. He transferred to Coker after playing at McCook Community College.
The Coker senior played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Geneva Red Wings. He helped the Red Wings make the playoffs for the first time since 2003. Gomez hit .259 with four home runs and a team-high 26 runs batted in. Gomez collected 36 hits, 23 runs scored, 11 doubles and 13 walks. He was one of Geneva's participants in the 2007 NYCBL All-Star Game in Amsterdam, N.Y.
Schlecht helped Mount Olive College to the 2008 Carolinas Conference regular season championship, Carolinas Conference tournament championship and a number-one ranking in NCAA Division II. Prior to the conference tournament, Schlecht led the nation in victories with 11. He finished the regular season 11-0, the first pitcher in Mount Olive history to go undefeated with more than ten wins. He earned victories in 10 starts and one relief appearance for the Trojans. The Scottsdale, Ariz., native put together three complete games, 55 strikeouts and a 2.61 earned run average. Schlecht transferred to Mount Olive from Charleston Southern.
The Mount Olive senior pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2006 Little Falls Diamond Miners. The Diamond Miners made the league playoffs but fell to Saratoga in the semifinals. Schlecht went 3-2 with a 5.68 earned run average in 14 appearances. He pitched 20.2 innings, struck out 22 and held opponents to a .172 batting average. Schlecht finished second on the team in innings pitched.
Gomez was the top offensive performer for the Coker College Cobras this past spring. Gomez hit .319 with three home runs and 33 runs batted in. He played and started 48 of Coker's 50 games. Gomez led the team in batting average, home runs, runs batted in and slugging percentage (.438). He also compiled 59 hits, 29 runs scored, 13 doubles and eight stolen bases. The Sante Fe, N.M., native was the only Coker player selected to the all-conference team. He transferred to Coker after playing at McCook Community College.
The Coker senior played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Geneva Red Wings. He helped the Red Wings make the playoffs for the first time since 2003. Gomez hit .259 with four home runs and a team-high 26 runs batted in. Gomez collected 36 hits, 23 runs scored, 11 doubles and 13 walks. He was one of Geneva's participants in the 2007 NYCBL All-Star Game in Amsterdam, N.Y.
Mead (MV '03) & Maxwell (Watertown '05) Lead Kannapolis To Wednesday Win
Andrew Mead (Mohawk Valley '03) belted his second home run of the season and Levi Maxwell (Watertown '05) pitched two innings of scoreless relief as the Kannapolis Intimidators defeated the Greensboro Grasshoppers, 3-1, in a South Atlantic League game, on Wednesday afternoon, in Greensboro, N.C.
Mead, who started in center field, slugged a solo home run in the third inning to give Kannapolis a 2-0 lead. Maxwell entered the game to replace starter Nathan Jones in the fifth inning with runners on first and second. After Greensboro manufactored a run to cut the Kannapolis lead to one, Maxwell quashed the threat. He struck out Ryan Anetsberger with the potential tying run on second to end the inning. Maxwell then retired the side in order in the sixth.
Mead finished the game 1-for-4 with a home run, walk and stolen base. Maxwell held Greensboro without a hit for two innings and struck out one in his second victory of the season.
Currently, Mead is batting .143 with two home runs and seven runs batted in. The Baldwinsville, N.Y., native has six hits, six runs scored and six stolen bases in 14 games for the Intimidators. Last summer, Mead hit .300 for the Great Falls White Sox of the Pioneer League.
Maxwell is 2-0 with a 0.63 earned run average in six appearances for Kannapolis. He has allowed one earned run on eight hits in 14.1 innings pitched. Maxwell has struck out 15 and walked five. Last summer, he went 3-2 with four saves in 23 appearances for the Great Falls White Sox.
Both Mead and Maxwell played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. Mead was a member of the 2003 Mohawk Valley Cobras. He competed in the 2003 NYCBL All-Star Game in Wellsville, N.Y. for the Eastern Division. Maxwell pitched for the 2005 Eastern Division playoff champion Watertown Wizards. He went 4-2 with a 2.66 earned run average in eight appearances. Maxwell struck out 42 in 44 innings pitched and was one of four pitchers tied for the team lead in victories.
Mead, who started in center field, slugged a solo home run in the third inning to give Kannapolis a 2-0 lead. Maxwell entered the game to replace starter Nathan Jones in the fifth inning with runners on first and second. After Greensboro manufactored a run to cut the Kannapolis lead to one, Maxwell quashed the threat. He struck out Ryan Anetsberger with the potential tying run on second to end the inning. Maxwell then retired the side in order in the sixth.
Mead finished the game 1-for-4 with a home run, walk and stolen base. Maxwell held Greensboro without a hit for two innings and struck out one in his second victory of the season.
Currently, Mead is batting .143 with two home runs and seven runs batted in. The Baldwinsville, N.Y., native has six hits, six runs scored and six stolen bases in 14 games for the Intimidators. Last summer, Mead hit .300 for the Great Falls White Sox of the Pioneer League.
Maxwell is 2-0 with a 0.63 earned run average in six appearances for Kannapolis. He has allowed one earned run on eight hits in 14.1 innings pitched. Maxwell has struck out 15 and walked five. Last summer, he went 3-2 with four saves in 23 appearances for the Great Falls White Sox.
Both Mead and Maxwell played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. Mead was a member of the 2003 Mohawk Valley Cobras. He competed in the 2003 NYCBL All-Star Game in Wellsville, N.Y. for the Eastern Division. Maxwell pitched for the 2005 Eastern Division playoff champion Watertown Wizards. He went 4-2 with a 2.66 earned run average in eight appearances. Maxwell struck out 42 in 44 innings pitched and was one of four pitchers tied for the team lead in victories.
Recknagel (Glens Falls '06) Named National Player of the Week
University of Michigan senior Nate Recknagel (Glens Falls '06) has been chosen as one of the two Louisville Slugger National Players of the Week by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper for the week ending April 20, 2008.
Last week, Recknagel belted five home runs in six games and batted .381 (8-for-21) as nationally-ranked Michigan went 6-0. Recknagel collected 11 runs batted in, eight runs scored, two walks, a double and a sacrifice fly. He reached base via hit or walk in all six of Michigan's games and recorded at least one hit in five of six contests. Recknagel produced four multi-RBI and two multi-hit games.
Recknagel started the week with a bang as he socked a pair of home runs against Eastern Michigan during a mid-week series in Ann Arbor, Mich. He launched a game-winning, two-run home run in the bottom of the ninth inning as the Wolverines defeated the Eagles, 5-3, on April 15. The next day, Recknagel banged out three hits and swatted a solo home run as the Wolverines won easily, 20-5. After being shut out the series opener against Michigan State, Recknagel clouted three home runs and drove in eight runs in the final three games.
In the opening game of a Saturday doubleheader, Recknagel scored twice and hit a three-run home run. He bashed his second home run of the day and fourth of the week in the night cap. Sunday, Recknagel ended his week with a three-run clout and two runs scored as Michigan swept the series.
Currently Recknagel leads the Big Ten with 16 home runs. He is batting a team-high .392 with 16 home runs and 47 runs batted in. Recknagel also leads the nationally-ranked Wolverines in hits (57), runs scored (37), runs batted in, total bases (107) and slugging percentage (.823). His 16 home runs are three behind the single-season school record at Michigan. Recknagel is second at Michigan in career home runs with 36; he is 10 shy of the school's all-time record.
The Lake Orion, Mich., native was a member of the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Glens Falls Golden Eagles in 2006. He hit .276 in 36 games for the Golden Eagles with three home runs and a team-high 26 runs batted in. Recknagel was named second-team All-NYCBL.
Last week, Recknagel belted five home runs in six games and batted .381 (8-for-21) as nationally-ranked Michigan went 6-0. Recknagel collected 11 runs batted in, eight runs scored, two walks, a double and a sacrifice fly. He reached base via hit or walk in all six of Michigan's games and recorded at least one hit in five of six contests. Recknagel produced four multi-RBI and two multi-hit games.
Recknagel started the week with a bang as he socked a pair of home runs against Eastern Michigan during a mid-week series in Ann Arbor, Mich. He launched a game-winning, two-run home run in the bottom of the ninth inning as the Wolverines defeated the Eagles, 5-3, on April 15. The next day, Recknagel banged out three hits and swatted a solo home run as the Wolverines won easily, 20-5. After being shut out the series opener against Michigan State, Recknagel clouted three home runs and drove in eight runs in the final three games.
In the opening game of a Saturday doubleheader, Recknagel scored twice and hit a three-run home run. He bashed his second home run of the day and fourth of the week in the night cap. Sunday, Recknagel ended his week with a three-run clout and two runs scored as Michigan swept the series.
Currently Recknagel leads the Big Ten with 16 home runs. He is batting a team-high .392 with 16 home runs and 47 runs batted in. Recknagel also leads the nationally-ranked Wolverines in hits (57), runs scored (37), runs batted in, total bases (107) and slugging percentage (.823). His 16 home runs are three behind the single-season school record at Michigan. Recknagel is second at Michigan in career home runs with 36; he is 10 shy of the school's all-time record.
The Lake Orion, Mich., native was a member of the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Glens Falls Golden Eagles in 2006. He hit .276 in 36 games for the Golden Eagles with three home runs and a team-high 26 runs batted in. Recknagel was named second-team All-NYCBL.
Spina (Amsterdam '08) On The Honor Roll Again
Cincinnati junior Mike Spina (Amsterdam '08) has been named to the BIG EAST weekly honor roll for the week ending April 20, 2008. It is the second-straight week that Spina has been selected.
Spina hit .500 (9-for-18) and belted two home runs in five games last week for Cincinnati. Spina drove in five runs, scored six runs, walked four times and had one double. He produced three multi-hit games in a three-game conference series with Georgetown. Spina had at least one hit or scored one run in all five Cincinnati games.
Against Georgetown, Spina went 8-for-12 with two home runs, five runs scored and five runs batted in. Spina clouted a pair of two-run home runs and went 3-for-4 as Cincinnati won the opening game, 7-1, at Marge Schott Stadium. Saturday, he tallied two hits and two runs scored to lead the Bearcats to a second victory over the Hoyas. In a losing effort on Sunday, Spina went 3-for-4 with one run batted in and one run scored.
This spring, Spina is hitting .345 with seven home runs and 35 runs batted in. He leads the team in home runs, runs batted in and slugging percentage (.561). Spina has 48 hits, 24 runs scored, seven doubles, one triple and nine walks in 36 games played. He is second on the team in batting average to Cameron Satterwhite.
The Newberry, Fla., native will play for the Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer.
Spina hit .500 (9-for-18) and belted two home runs in five games last week for Cincinnati. Spina drove in five runs, scored six runs, walked four times and had one double. He produced three multi-hit games in a three-game conference series with Georgetown. Spina had at least one hit or scored one run in all five Cincinnati games.
Against Georgetown, Spina went 8-for-12 with two home runs, five runs scored and five runs batted in. Spina clouted a pair of two-run home runs and went 3-for-4 as Cincinnati won the opening game, 7-1, at Marge Schott Stadium. Saturday, he tallied two hits and two runs scored to lead the Bearcats to a second victory over the Hoyas. In a losing effort on Sunday, Spina went 3-for-4 with one run batted in and one run scored.
This spring, Spina is hitting .345 with seven home runs and 35 runs batted in. He leads the team in home runs, runs batted in and slugging percentage (.561). Spina has 48 hits, 24 runs scored, seven doubles, one triple and nine walks in 36 games played. He is second on the team in batting average to Cameron Satterwhite.
The Newberry, Fla., native will play for the Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer.
Holley (Watertown '07) Tabbed America East Player of the Week
Binghamton University junior Ryan Holley (Watertown '07) has been named the America East Player of the Week for the week ending April 20, 2008. It is the first time this season that Holley has won the award.
Last week, Holley hit .450 (9-for-20) and led Binghamton to a four-game conference sweep of the University at Albany. Holley compiled seven runs batted in, seven runs scored, three doubles and one home run in five games last week for the Bearcats. He recorded at least one hit in all five contests and he had three multi-hit and two-multi RBI games.
Against Albany, Holley totaled eight hits and seven runs batted in. Holley went 2-for-5 in the opening game with a double and one run scored. Saturday, the junior drove in four runs and scored three more as Binghamton slammed Albany, 16-5, in the first game of a doubleheader. Holley smashed a two-run home run and a double during a 3-for-5 performance. He drove in his fifth run of the day in the night cap. Sunday, Holley scored twice and drove in two runs as Binghamton earned a 13-10 comeback victory. His RBI single in the bottom of the eighth inning tied the game at nine.
This season, Holley is batting .261 with four home runs and 27 runs batted in. He is one of five players to have started all 35 of Binghamton's games. He has 30 hits, 19 runs scored, eight doubles and 20 walks. Holley is second on the team in runs batted in and tied for second in home runs. Against America East opponents, Holley has 16 runs batted in during 12 games. He's currently riding an 11-game hitting streak and he hasn't committed an error in 325 chances this spring. Holly is in his first season at Binghamton after transferring from Oakton Community College.
The Frankfort, Ill., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Watertown Wizards. He hit .236 and drove in 11 runs in 29 games for the Wizards. Holley amassed 21 hits, 14 runs scored and three stolen bases.
Last week, Holley hit .450 (9-for-20) and led Binghamton to a four-game conference sweep of the University at Albany. Holley compiled seven runs batted in, seven runs scored, three doubles and one home run in five games last week for the Bearcats. He recorded at least one hit in all five contests and he had three multi-hit and two-multi RBI games.
Against Albany, Holley totaled eight hits and seven runs batted in. Holley went 2-for-5 in the opening game with a double and one run scored. Saturday, the junior drove in four runs and scored three more as Binghamton slammed Albany, 16-5, in the first game of a doubleheader. Holley smashed a two-run home run and a double during a 3-for-5 performance. He drove in his fifth run of the day in the night cap. Sunday, Holley scored twice and drove in two runs as Binghamton earned a 13-10 comeback victory. His RBI single in the bottom of the eighth inning tied the game at nine.
This season, Holley is batting .261 with four home runs and 27 runs batted in. He is one of five players to have started all 35 of Binghamton's games. He has 30 hits, 19 runs scored, eight doubles and 20 walks. Holley is second on the team in runs batted in and tied for second in home runs. Against America East opponents, Holley has 16 runs batted in during 12 games. He's currently riding an 11-game hitting streak and he hasn't committed an error in 325 chances this spring. Holly is in his first season at Binghamton after transferring from Oakton Community College.
The Frankfort, Ill., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Watertown Wizards. He hit .236 and drove in 11 runs in 29 games for the Wizards. Holley amassed 21 hits, 14 runs scored and three stolen bases.
Irwin (Amsterdam '07) Chosen ECC Co-Player of the Week
Molloy College senior Chris Irwin (Amsterdam '07) has been named one of the Baden East Coast Conference Players of the Week for the week ending April 20, 2008. It is the second time this season that Irwin has been recognized by the conference.
Irwin batted .438 (7-for-16) with seven runs batted in last week for the Molloy College Lions. He drove in seven runs, scored six runs, drew three walks, belted two doubles and a triple and stole two bases. He had hits in all five of the Lions games and posted three multi-RBI games to go along with one three-hit game.
The Molloy senior just tallied one hit against Briarcliffe on April 16, but he also drove in two runs, scored another run and connected on a sacrifice fly. Irwin socked a two-run triple in Molloy's 4-3 victory over Queens (N.Y.) College on April 18. The next day, Irwin paced the Lions offense with three hits, three runs scored, two runs batted in, two doubles and a stolen base as Molloy routed Queens, 13-5.
Currently, Irwin is batting .341 with three home runs, 39 runs batted in and a team-high 40 runs scored. He has played and started all 39 of Molloy's games. Irwin has 47 hits, five doubles, four triples, 27 walks and 11 stolen bases. He is third on the team in batting average and second in runs batted in.
The Mahopac, N.Y., native played for the Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2007 season. He collected four hits in nine games and drove in two runs.
Irwin batted .438 (7-for-16) with seven runs batted in last week for the Molloy College Lions. He drove in seven runs, scored six runs, drew three walks, belted two doubles and a triple and stole two bases. He had hits in all five of the Lions games and posted three multi-RBI games to go along with one three-hit game.
The Molloy senior just tallied one hit against Briarcliffe on April 16, but he also drove in two runs, scored another run and connected on a sacrifice fly. Irwin socked a two-run triple in Molloy's 4-3 victory over Queens (N.Y.) College on April 18. The next day, Irwin paced the Lions offense with three hits, three runs scored, two runs batted in, two doubles and a stolen base as Molloy routed Queens, 13-5.
Currently, Irwin is batting .341 with three home runs, 39 runs batted in and a team-high 40 runs scored. He has played and started all 39 of Molloy's games. Irwin has 47 hits, five doubles, four triples, 27 walks and 11 stolen bases. He is third on the team in batting average and second in runs batted in.
The Mahopac, N.Y., native played for the Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2007 season. He collected four hits in nine games and drove in two runs.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Lee (Glens Falls '08) Selected Mid-South Pitcher of the Week (4/14)
University of the Cumberlands junior Tyler Lee (Glens Falls '08) was named the Mid-South Conference Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008.
Lee pitched the Cumberlands Patriots to the Mid-South Conference regular season championship with a complete game victory over Georgetown (Ky.) on April 11. Lee allowed two runs on three hits, walked two and struck out 10 in the seven-inning contest. The 119-pitch outing was Lee's sixth complete game of the season.
This spring, Lee is 8-1 with a staff-low 2.29 earned run average in 10 appearances. He has made six starts, allowed 15 earned runs in 59 innings pitched and struck out 52. Lee is holding opponents to a .209 batting average.
The Cumberlands Patriots will play in the Mid-South Conference tournament on the weekend of April 24 - April 26.
Lee is slated to pitch in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Glens Falls Golden Eagles.
Lee pitched the Cumberlands Patriots to the Mid-South Conference regular season championship with a complete game victory over Georgetown (Ky.) on April 11. Lee allowed two runs on three hits, walked two and struck out 10 in the seven-inning contest. The 119-pitch outing was Lee's sixth complete game of the season.
This spring, Lee is 8-1 with a staff-low 2.29 earned run average in 10 appearances. He has made six starts, allowed 15 earned runs in 59 innings pitched and struck out 52. Lee is holding opponents to a .209 batting average.
The Cumberlands Patriots will play in the Mid-South Conference tournament on the weekend of April 24 - April 26.
Lee is slated to pitch in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Glens Falls Golden Eagles.
Jansen (Watertown '07) Selected Big Ten Pitcher of the Week
Purdue University sophomore Matt Jansen (Watertown '07) has been chosen as the Big Ten Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 20, 2008. It is the first time this season that Jansen has been honored by the Big Ten.
Saturday, Jansen pitched a complete-game shutout as Purdue defeated Ohio State, 8-0, in Columbus, Ohio. Jansen allowed six hits, walked none and struck out three in the seven-inning contest. The Purdue sophomore retired the first 11 Ohio State batters and carried a no-hitter through three and two-thirds innings. He faced four batters over the minimum and threw just 78 pitches.
Currently, Jansen is 3-1 with a 5.68 earned run average in 11 appearances for Purdue. He has made four starts, pitched 29.1 innings and struck out 19. Jansen is tied for the team lead in victories and he is fourth in appearances.
The Crown Point, Ind., native pitched for the Watertown Wizards of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He went 2-3 with a 3.94 earned run average in nine appearances. Jansen pitched 32 innings, made five starts and struck out 25. Opponents against the left-handed pitcher batted .220.
Saturday, Jansen pitched a complete-game shutout as Purdue defeated Ohio State, 8-0, in Columbus, Ohio. Jansen allowed six hits, walked none and struck out three in the seven-inning contest. The Purdue sophomore retired the first 11 Ohio State batters and carried a no-hitter through three and two-thirds innings. He faced four batters over the minimum and threw just 78 pitches.
Currently, Jansen is 3-1 with a 5.68 earned run average in 11 appearances for Purdue. He has made four starts, pitched 29.1 innings and struck out 19. Jansen is tied for the team lead in victories and he is fourth in appearances.
The Crown Point, Ind., native pitched for the Watertown Wizards of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He went 2-3 with a 3.94 earned run average in nine appearances. Jansen pitched 32 innings, made five starts and struck out 25. Opponents against the left-handed pitcher batted .220.
NYCBL Past and Future Honored By MAAC
Canisius College junior Kevin Mahoney (Glens Falls '07) and Siena College junior Nick Messinger (Elmira '08) have been named the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference co-Players of the Week for the week ending April 20, 2008. It is the first time this season that two players with ties to the New York Collegiate Baseball League have split the award. Mahoney and Messinger squared off on the diamond this past weekend when Siena took on Canisius in Buffalo, N.Y.
Mahoney batted .556 (10-for-18) with four home runs in five games this past week for the Golden Griffs. He drove in 11 runs, scored seven runs and recorded two doubles. Mahoney posted four straight multi-hit games to close the week and he had three multi-RBI games.
After an 0-3 performance to start the week, Mahoney went 2-for-4 with a home run and three runs batted in as Canisius slipped past St. Bonaventure, 11-7, on April 16. Mahoney erupted for eight hits in the three-game conference series with Siena. He had two hits, two runs batted in and one run scored in the opening game and then two hits and one run scored in the second contest. Mahoney saved the best for last. In the series finale, Mahoney belted three home runs and went 4-for-4 with six runs batted in as Canisius defeated Siena, 10-9. Mahoney fell a grand slam short of the home run cycle with a two-run home run in the fourth, a solo blast in the sixth and a three-run clout in the eighth. His three home runs tied a single-game school record.
This spring, Mahoney is batting .378 with 10 home runs and 36 runs batted in. He has 42 hits, 33 runs scored, four doubles, two triples, a .437 on-base percentage and a .721 slugging percentage. Mahoney not only leads the Golden Griffs in home runs and slugging percentage, he also leads the entire MAAC.
The Miller Place, N.Y., native was a first-team All-NYCBL selection last summer with the Glens Falls Golden Eagles. He led the league with seven home runs and 44 runs batted in. Mahoney helped the Golden Eagles to a remarkable 34-6 regular season record and the Eastern Division championship.
Messinger batted .563 (9-for-16) with eight runs scored in six games last week for the Saints. He tallied four runs batted in, four doubles and four walks. Messinger posted hits in five of the Saints six games and he started the week and ended the week with a three-hit game. In addition, Messinger doubled in four-straight games.
Against Binghamton on April 15, Messinger went 3-for-4 with three runs batted and a stolen base as Siena won 6-2. The following day, he was 1-for-1 with two runs scored, a double and a walk against New York Tech in the second game of a doubleheader. Messinger reeled off five hits in three games against Canisius over the weekend. He scored two runs, walked twice and recorded a double in the opening game. After one hit and one RBI in the second game, Messinger closed the series with three hits and two runs scored on Sunday.
Currently, Messinger is batting a team-high .390 with three home runs and 25 runs batted in. He has played in all 37 of Siena's games and started 32. Messinger has 39 hits, 27 runs scored, eight doubles, two triples, 10 walks, 10 hit-by-pitch, 11 stolen bases, a .600 slugging percentage and a team-high .484 on-base percentage.
The Norton, Mass., native will play for the Elmira Pioneers this summer.
Mahoney batted .556 (10-for-18) with four home runs in five games this past week for the Golden Griffs. He drove in 11 runs, scored seven runs and recorded two doubles. Mahoney posted four straight multi-hit games to close the week and he had three multi-RBI games.
After an 0-3 performance to start the week, Mahoney went 2-for-4 with a home run and three runs batted in as Canisius slipped past St. Bonaventure, 11-7, on April 16. Mahoney erupted for eight hits in the three-game conference series with Siena. He had two hits, two runs batted in and one run scored in the opening game and then two hits and one run scored in the second contest. Mahoney saved the best for last. In the series finale, Mahoney belted three home runs and went 4-for-4 with six runs batted in as Canisius defeated Siena, 10-9. Mahoney fell a grand slam short of the home run cycle with a two-run home run in the fourth, a solo blast in the sixth and a three-run clout in the eighth. His three home runs tied a single-game school record.
This spring, Mahoney is batting .378 with 10 home runs and 36 runs batted in. He has 42 hits, 33 runs scored, four doubles, two triples, a .437 on-base percentage and a .721 slugging percentage. Mahoney not only leads the Golden Griffs in home runs and slugging percentage, he also leads the entire MAAC.
The Miller Place, N.Y., native was a first-team All-NYCBL selection last summer with the Glens Falls Golden Eagles. He led the league with seven home runs and 44 runs batted in. Mahoney helped the Golden Eagles to a remarkable 34-6 regular season record and the Eastern Division championship.
Messinger batted .563 (9-for-16) with eight runs scored in six games last week for the Saints. He tallied four runs batted in, four doubles and four walks. Messinger posted hits in five of the Saints six games and he started the week and ended the week with a three-hit game. In addition, Messinger doubled in four-straight games.
Against Binghamton on April 15, Messinger went 3-for-4 with three runs batted and a stolen base as Siena won 6-2. The following day, he was 1-for-1 with two runs scored, a double and a walk against New York Tech in the second game of a doubleheader. Messinger reeled off five hits in three games against Canisius over the weekend. He scored two runs, walked twice and recorded a double in the opening game. After one hit and one RBI in the second game, Messinger closed the series with three hits and two runs scored on Sunday.
Currently, Messinger is batting a team-high .390 with three home runs and 25 runs batted in. He has played in all 37 of Siena's games and started 32. Messinger has 39 hits, 27 runs scored, eight doubles, two triples, 10 walks, 10 hit-by-pitch, 11 stolen bases, a .600 slugging percentage and a team-high .484 on-base percentage.
The Norton, Mass., native will play for the Elmira Pioneers this summer.
Petraitis (Rochester '06) Selected To MAC Weekly Honorable Mention
Miami (Ohio) University junior Jordan Petraitis (Rochester '06) has been named to the Mid-America Conference's weekly honorable mention list for the week ending April 20, 2008.
Petraitis batted .333 (6-for-18) with two home runs in five games last week for the Miami (Ohio) University Red Hawks. He tallied five runs batted in, six runs scored, two walks and a .500 on-base percentage as Miami (Ohio) went 3-2. Petraitis had at least one hit in four of the five games and he put together two multi-hit games.
The junior smashed a three-run home run as the Red Hawks defeated Purdue, 5-3 on April 15. Petraitis' three-run clout came in the seventh inning and it erased a 3-2 Boilermakers lead. The following day against Xavier, Petraitis belted two doubles and drove in one run as Miami won easily, 7-2. In a three-game conference series with Buffalo, Petraitis recorded three hits, but he reached base seven times. The Canal Fulton, Ohio, native went 0-for-3 in the opening game, but was hit by a pitch three times and scored two runs. After a 1-for-4 performance in game two, Petraitis slammed a home run and scored twice on Sunday.
This spring, the Miami junior is batting .322 with five home runs and 30 runs batted in. He has amassed 46 hits, 26 runs scored, 14 doubles, three triples, 24 walks, a .566 slugging percentage and a .443 on-base percentage. Petraitis leads Miami in doubles, triples, home runs, runs batted in, on-base percentage and slugging percentage.
Petraitis played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Rochester Royals. He was named second-team All-NYCBL after helping the Royals to the league playoffs.
Petraitis batted .333 (6-for-18) with two home runs in five games last week for the Miami (Ohio) University Red Hawks. He tallied five runs batted in, six runs scored, two walks and a .500 on-base percentage as Miami (Ohio) went 3-2. Petraitis had at least one hit in four of the five games and he put together two multi-hit games.
The junior smashed a three-run home run as the Red Hawks defeated Purdue, 5-3 on April 15. Petraitis' three-run clout came in the seventh inning and it erased a 3-2 Boilermakers lead. The following day against Xavier, Petraitis belted two doubles and drove in one run as Miami won easily, 7-2. In a three-game conference series with Buffalo, Petraitis recorded three hits, but he reached base seven times. The Canal Fulton, Ohio, native went 0-for-3 in the opening game, but was hit by a pitch three times and scored two runs. After a 1-for-4 performance in game two, Petraitis slammed a home run and scored twice on Sunday.
This spring, the Miami junior is batting .322 with five home runs and 30 runs batted in. He has amassed 46 hits, 26 runs scored, 14 doubles, three triples, 24 walks, a .566 slugging percentage and a .443 on-base percentage. Petraitis leads Miami in doubles, triples, home runs, runs batted in, on-base percentage and slugging percentage.
Petraitis played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Rochester Royals. He was named second-team All-NYCBL after helping the Royals to the league playoffs.
Perconte (Hornell '05) Tapped As OVC Pitcher of the Week
Murray State University senior Micheal Perconte (Hornell '05) has been chosen as the Pitcher of the Week by the Ohio Valley Conference for the week ending April 20, 2008. It is Perconte's first weekly award of the season and the second of his career.
Perconte pitched a complete game shutout on Saturday as Murray State defeated Eastern Kentucky, 6-0, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader. Perconte scattered eight hits, walked one and struck out seven over an 118-pitch effort. He stranded eight Eastern Kentucky runners on base and earned his second victory of the spring in the nine-inning contest.
Currently, Perconte is 2-4 with a 5.72 earned run average in nine appearances. As a member of the Racers weekend rotation, Perconte has made eight starts, pitched 45.2 innings and struck out 41. He is tied for first on the team in starts, second in victories, third in innings pitched and second in strikeouts.
The Lisle, Ill., native was a member of the 2005 New York Collegiate Baseball League champion Hornell Dodgers. He was named to the NYCBL postseason all-star team and he was one of five Dodgers to compete in the NYCBL All-Star Game at Wayne County. Between the regular season and playoffs, Perconte went 4-0 with four saves and a 0.44 earned run average. He made 13 appearances for the Dodgers and allowed two earned runs in 41.1 innings pitched. Perconte finished second on the team with 49 strikeouts.
Perconte pitched a complete game shutout on Saturday as Murray State defeated Eastern Kentucky, 6-0, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader. Perconte scattered eight hits, walked one and struck out seven over an 118-pitch effort. He stranded eight Eastern Kentucky runners on base and earned his second victory of the spring in the nine-inning contest.
Currently, Perconte is 2-4 with a 5.72 earned run average in nine appearances. As a member of the Racers weekend rotation, Perconte has made eight starts, pitched 45.2 innings and struck out 41. He is tied for first on the team in starts, second in victories, third in innings pitched and second in strikeouts.
The Lisle, Ill., native was a member of the 2005 New York Collegiate Baseball League champion Hornell Dodgers. He was named to the NYCBL postseason all-star team and he was one of five Dodgers to compete in the NYCBL All-Star Game at Wayne County. Between the regular season and playoffs, Perconte went 4-0 with four saves and a 0.44 earned run average. He made 13 appearances for the Dodgers and allowed two earned runs in 41.1 innings pitched. Perconte finished second on the team with 49 strikeouts.
Monday, April 21, 2008
Quartet Recognized by Northeast-10
Four former and/or future New York Collegiate Baseball League players were selected to the Northeast-1o weekly honor roll for the week ending April 20, 2008. Named to league's weekly honor roll were Bryant's Nick Campbell (Little Falls '08), Pace's Dustin Corbett (Plattsburgh '05) and Jack Cawley (Elmira '06) and Southern Connecticut State's Karl Derbacher (Genesee Valley '06).
Bryant University sophomore Nick Campbell was chosen to the honor roll for the second week in a row and third time this season. Campbell batted .500 (12-for-24) with seven runs batted in, four doubles and five stolen bases in six games for the Bulldogs. Saturday, Campbell went a combined 8-for-8 during Bryant's doubleheader sweep of Merrimack. In the opener, Campbell drove in three runs, scored three runs, ripped two doubles and had one stolen base. The sophomore reeled off three swipes in the night cap, drove in one run and scored another. He had three multi-hit games for the week.
This spring, Campbell is batting a team-high .365 with 29 runs batted in. He leads the Bulldogs with 70 hits and 16 stolen bases. The Raynham, Mass., native has 39 runs scored, 14 doubles, three triples, 12 walks, a .469 slugging percentage and a .418 on-base percentage.
Campbell will wear the colors of the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Little Falls Miners this summer.
Pace University senior Dustin Corbett (Plattsburgh '05) returned to the league honor roll for the second time this season. Earlier this year, Corbett was the NE-10 Pitcher of the Week. Thursday, Corbett pitched a complete game four-hit shutout as Pace defeated Merrimack, 2-0, in North Andover, Mass. Corbett walked two, struck out six and faced four batters over the minimum in the nine-inning contest. He retired the side in order in five of nine innings.
Corbett is 5-1 with a 1.34 earned run average this spring for the Pace University Setters. He has made eight starts, allowed eight earned runs in 53.2 innings and struck out 52. Corbett leads the Pace staff in victories and innings pitched and he is second in strikeouts to MacKenzie King (Allegany County '07). Pace opponents are batting .172 against Corbett this spring.
The Pace senior pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Plattsburgh Thunder.
Pace University senior Jack Cawley (Elmira '06) has been selected to the league honor roll five weeks in a row. Last week, Cawley batted .429 (6-for-14) and drove in three runs during four games for the Pace University Setters. He had hits in all four games and recorded two multi-hit games as Pace went 3-0-1. In a 2-0 victory over Merrimack, Cawley accounted for both Setters runs. He doubled home a run in the first inning and then walked and scored in the third. He drove in one of Pace's two runs in a 2-2 tie with Franklin Pierce last Wednesday.
Currently, Cawley is batting a team-high .379 with six home runs and 31 runs batted in. He is the only Setter to have played and started all of the team's 39 games. Cawley leads Pace in hits (58), runs scored (33), home runs, runs batted in, stolen bases (19), slugging percentage (.562) and on-base percentage (.461).
Cawley was a member of the 2006 Elmira Pioneers. He played in the New England Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Holyoke Giants.
Southern Connecticut State University junior Karl Derbacher (Genesee Valley '06) was chosen to the league honor roll for the first time this season. Derbacher batted .379 (11-for-29) last week as the SCSU Owls went 6-1. He had five runs batted in, six walks, two triples and four stolen bases. Derbacher posted three multi-hit games including a pair of three-hit outings. The SCSU junior had three hits and scored three runs on Friday as the Owls defeated Assumption, 11-3. After driving in three runs in against St. Rose in the opening game of a doubleheader on Saturday, Derbacher went 3-for-5 with three stolen bases and a triple in the night cap.
This spring, Derbacher is batting a team-high .409 with 36 runs batted in. The junior leads the team in batting average, runs batted in, hits (58), doubles (13), walks (30) and on-base percentage (.520). He is second on the team with 38 runs scored and tied for second with 24 stolen bases on 27 attempts.
The Northford, Conn., native was a member of the 2006 Central Division champion Genesee Valley Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League. Though his season was cut short due to injury, Derbacher batted .265 with 11 runs batted in and six stolen bases in 24 games for the Riverbats. He totaled 18 hits, 11 runs scored, three doubles and 19 starts.
Bryant University sophomore Nick Campbell was chosen to the honor roll for the second week in a row and third time this season. Campbell batted .500 (12-for-24) with seven runs batted in, four doubles and five stolen bases in six games for the Bulldogs. Saturday, Campbell went a combined 8-for-8 during Bryant's doubleheader sweep of Merrimack. In the opener, Campbell drove in three runs, scored three runs, ripped two doubles and had one stolen base. The sophomore reeled off three swipes in the night cap, drove in one run and scored another. He had three multi-hit games for the week.
This spring, Campbell is batting a team-high .365 with 29 runs batted in. He leads the Bulldogs with 70 hits and 16 stolen bases. The Raynham, Mass., native has 39 runs scored, 14 doubles, three triples, 12 walks, a .469 slugging percentage and a .418 on-base percentage.
Campbell will wear the colors of the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Little Falls Miners this summer.
Pace University senior Dustin Corbett (Plattsburgh '05) returned to the league honor roll for the second time this season. Earlier this year, Corbett was the NE-10 Pitcher of the Week. Thursday, Corbett pitched a complete game four-hit shutout as Pace defeated Merrimack, 2-0, in North Andover, Mass. Corbett walked two, struck out six and faced four batters over the minimum in the nine-inning contest. He retired the side in order in five of nine innings.
Corbett is 5-1 with a 1.34 earned run average this spring for the Pace University Setters. He has made eight starts, allowed eight earned runs in 53.2 innings and struck out 52. Corbett leads the Pace staff in victories and innings pitched and he is second in strikeouts to MacKenzie King (Allegany County '07). Pace opponents are batting .172 against Corbett this spring.
The Pace senior pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Plattsburgh Thunder.
Pace University senior Jack Cawley (Elmira '06) has been selected to the league honor roll five weeks in a row. Last week, Cawley batted .429 (6-for-14) and drove in three runs during four games for the Pace University Setters. He had hits in all four games and recorded two multi-hit games as Pace went 3-0-1. In a 2-0 victory over Merrimack, Cawley accounted for both Setters runs. He doubled home a run in the first inning and then walked and scored in the third. He drove in one of Pace's two runs in a 2-2 tie with Franklin Pierce last Wednesday.
Currently, Cawley is batting a team-high .379 with six home runs and 31 runs batted in. He is the only Setter to have played and started all of the team's 39 games. Cawley leads Pace in hits (58), runs scored (33), home runs, runs batted in, stolen bases (19), slugging percentage (.562) and on-base percentage (.461).
Cawley was a member of the 2006 Elmira Pioneers. He played in the New England Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Holyoke Giants.
Southern Connecticut State University junior Karl Derbacher (Genesee Valley '06) was chosen to the league honor roll for the first time this season. Derbacher batted .379 (11-for-29) last week as the SCSU Owls went 6-1. He had five runs batted in, six walks, two triples and four stolen bases. Derbacher posted three multi-hit games including a pair of three-hit outings. The SCSU junior had three hits and scored three runs on Friday as the Owls defeated Assumption, 11-3. After driving in three runs in against St. Rose in the opening game of a doubleheader on Saturday, Derbacher went 3-for-5 with three stolen bases and a triple in the night cap.
This spring, Derbacher is batting a team-high .409 with 36 runs batted in. The junior leads the team in batting average, runs batted in, hits (58), doubles (13), walks (30) and on-base percentage (.520). He is second on the team with 38 runs scored and tied for second with 24 stolen bases on 27 attempts.
The Northford, Conn., native was a member of the 2006 Central Division champion Genesee Valley Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League. Though his season was cut short due to injury, Derbacher batted .265 with 11 runs batted in and six stolen bases in 24 games for the Riverbats. He totaled 18 hits, 11 runs scored, three doubles and 19 starts.
Greene (Hornell '05) Named Peach Belt Player of the Week
Francis Marion University senior Justin Greene (Hornell '05) has been named the Peach Belt Conference Player of the Week for the week ending April 20, 2008.
Greene belted five home runs and batted .615 (8-for-13) this past weekend during a three-game conference series with Augusta State. He drove in nine runs, scored nine runs, drew four walks and recorded three multi-hit games.
Saturday, Greene set a Peach Belt Conference single-game record with three home runs and five runs scored as Francis Marion blasted Augusta State, 27-9. He went 3-for-5 with seven runs batted in and three walks. Greene reached base in the first inning via walk and error and scored two of the Patriots 15-first inning runs. He belted a solo home run in the second inning and followed up with a two-run blast in the fourth. Greene capped off his historic night with a three-run clout in the ninth inning.
The Francis Marion senior belted two more home runs on Sunday, one in each end of a twin bill. Greene went 3-for-4 with three runs scored and one RBI as the Patriots dropped the opener, 12-10. His home run was a solo blast during a four-run outburst for FMU in the third inning. Greene didn't wait long in the night cap, he smashed a home run in the first inning as part of a back-to-back home runs for FMU to start the game. He finished 2-for-4.
This spring, Greene is batting a team-high .386 with seven home runs and 36 runs batted in. He has compiled 73 hits, 50 runs scored, 12 doubles, two triples, 110 total bases, 24 walks, 16 stolen bases and a .582 slugging percentage. Greene leads the team in hits, runs scored and steals.
The Goose Creek, S.C., native was a member of the 2005 New York Collegiate Baseball League champion Hornell Dodgers. He was one of five Dodgers to play in the 2005 NYCBL All-Star Game in Newark, N.Y. Between the regular season and playoffs, Greene batted .271 with one home run, 18 runs batted in and 18 stolen bases.
Greene belted five home runs and batted .615 (8-for-13) this past weekend during a three-game conference series with Augusta State. He drove in nine runs, scored nine runs, drew four walks and recorded three multi-hit games.
Saturday, Greene set a Peach Belt Conference single-game record with three home runs and five runs scored as Francis Marion blasted Augusta State, 27-9. He went 3-for-5 with seven runs batted in and three walks. Greene reached base in the first inning via walk and error and scored two of the Patriots 15-first inning runs. He belted a solo home run in the second inning and followed up with a two-run blast in the fourth. Greene capped off his historic night with a three-run clout in the ninth inning.
The Francis Marion senior belted two more home runs on Sunday, one in each end of a twin bill. Greene went 3-for-4 with three runs scored and one RBI as the Patriots dropped the opener, 12-10. His home run was a solo blast during a four-run outburst for FMU in the third inning. Greene didn't wait long in the night cap, he smashed a home run in the first inning as part of a back-to-back home runs for FMU to start the game. He finished 2-for-4.
This spring, Greene is batting a team-high .386 with seven home runs and 36 runs batted in. He has compiled 73 hits, 50 runs scored, 12 doubles, two triples, 110 total bases, 24 walks, 16 stolen bases and a .582 slugging percentage. Greene leads the team in hits, runs scored and steals.
The Goose Creek, S.C., native was a member of the 2005 New York Collegiate Baseball League champion Hornell Dodgers. He was one of five Dodgers to play in the 2005 NYCBL All-Star Game in Newark, N.Y. Between the regular season and playoffs, Greene batted .271 with one home run, 18 runs batted in and 18 stolen bases.
Dornes (Webster '08) Named E8 Player of the Week
Rochester Institute of Technology sophomore Geoff Dornes (Webster '08) has been chosen as the Empire 8 Player of the Week for the week ending April 20, 2008. It's the first time this season that Dornes, the 2007 Empire 8 Player of the Year, has won the award.
Last week, Dornes batted .593 (16-for-27) and drove in 12 runs during seven games for the R.I.T. Tigers. He reeled off five-straight multi-hit games, reached base in all seven games and drove in at least one run in every contest as the Tigers went 6-1. He added 10 runs scored, three doubles, one triple, three stolen bases and three walks.
Dornes pounded out 12 hits over a four-game weekend series with conference-foe Utica. He pitched eight innings in the opening game of the series and went 2-for-5 with two runs scored and one RBI as RIT was victorious, 10-9, in 12 innings. In the Saturday night cap, Dornes was 4-for-4 with five runs batted in and two doubles. He had a two-run single in the third and a two-run double in the sixth as the Tigers squeeked past the Pioneers, 7-5. Sunday, the RIT sophomore recorded three hits each in two games and scored a total of five runs.
The Landisville, Pa., native is currently batting .358 with one home run and a team-high 24 runs batted in. He leads the Tigers in runs batted in, hits (29), runs scored (21), doubles (6) and total bases (40). Dornes is third on the team in batting average and tied for third in home runs. On the mound, the sophomore is 1-2 with a 3.33 earned run average in five appearances. Dornes has allowed 10 earned runs in 27.0 innings pitched, walked one and struck out 19. In addition, he has thrown complete games in two of his four starts.
Dornes will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Webster Yankees.
Last week, Dornes batted .593 (16-for-27) and drove in 12 runs during seven games for the R.I.T. Tigers. He reeled off five-straight multi-hit games, reached base in all seven games and drove in at least one run in every contest as the Tigers went 6-1. He added 10 runs scored, three doubles, one triple, three stolen bases and three walks.
Dornes pounded out 12 hits over a four-game weekend series with conference-foe Utica. He pitched eight innings in the opening game of the series and went 2-for-5 with two runs scored and one RBI as RIT was victorious, 10-9, in 12 innings. In the Saturday night cap, Dornes was 4-for-4 with five runs batted in and two doubles. He had a two-run single in the third and a two-run double in the sixth as the Tigers squeeked past the Pioneers, 7-5. Sunday, the RIT sophomore recorded three hits each in two games and scored a total of five runs.
The Landisville, Pa., native is currently batting .358 with one home run and a team-high 24 runs batted in. He leads the Tigers in runs batted in, hits (29), runs scored (21), doubles (6) and total bases (40). Dornes is third on the team in batting average and tied for third in home runs. On the mound, the sophomore is 1-2 with a 3.33 earned run average in five appearances. Dornes has allowed 10 earned runs in 27.0 innings pitched, walked one and struck out 19. In addition, he has thrown complete games in two of his four starts.
Dornes will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Webster Yankees.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Bellamy (Geneva '07) Helps No. 1 Miami Over No. 2 Florida State
Sophomore Kyle Bellamy (Geneva '07) made three appearances in three games as first nationally-ranked Miami (Fla.) won two out of three games against second nationally-ranked Florida State this past weekend in Tallahassee, Fla.
Friday night, Bellamy struck out four over two scoreless innings as Miami took the opening game, 11-4. Bellamy held the Seminoles scoreless and hitless after starter Chris Hernandez had allowed four runs on nine hits in the first five innings.
Saturday, the Davie, Fla., pitched an inning and two-thirds as Florida State defeated Miami, 9-5. Bellamy allowed one unearned run on two hits. After yielding one run in the sixth, Bellamy retired the side in order in the seventh inning.
The Miami (Fla.) reliever faced four batters on Sunday and retired two. He allowed two runs on two hits, but Miami triumphed, 11-10, in a seven-inning contest.
This spring, Bellamy is 5-0 with two saves and 1.08 earned run average in a team-high 22 appearances. The sophomore has allowed four earned runs in 33.1 innings pitched, walked three and struck out 39. Opponents against Bellamy are batting .128 this season. He leads the top-ranked Hurricanes in earned run average and appearances and he is second on the team in strikeouts and third in victories.
Bellamy was a first team New York Collegiate Baseball League all-star last summer. He was 1-0 with a team-high 14 saves and 1.29 earned run average in 17 appearances. Bellamy pitched 21 innings, struck out 26, walked four and held opponents to a .120 batting average. He helped the Red Wings to the NYCBL playoffs for the first time since 2003.
Friday night, Bellamy struck out four over two scoreless innings as Miami took the opening game, 11-4. Bellamy held the Seminoles scoreless and hitless after starter Chris Hernandez had allowed four runs on nine hits in the first five innings.
Saturday, the Davie, Fla., pitched an inning and two-thirds as Florida State defeated Miami, 9-5. Bellamy allowed one unearned run on two hits. After yielding one run in the sixth, Bellamy retired the side in order in the seventh inning.
The Miami (Fla.) reliever faced four batters on Sunday and retired two. He allowed two runs on two hits, but Miami triumphed, 11-10, in a seven-inning contest.
This spring, Bellamy is 5-0 with two saves and 1.08 earned run average in a team-high 22 appearances. The sophomore has allowed four earned runs in 33.1 innings pitched, walked three and struck out 39. Opponents against Bellamy are batting .128 this season. He leads the top-ranked Hurricanes in earned run average and appearances and he is second on the team in strikeouts and third in victories.
Bellamy was a first team New York Collegiate Baseball League all-star last summer. He was 1-0 with a team-high 14 saves and 1.29 earned run average in 17 appearances. Bellamy pitched 21 innings, struck out 26, walked four and held opponents to a .120 batting average. He helped the Red Wings to the NYCBL playoffs for the first time since 2003.
Former, Future NYCBL Players Lead West Chester To D-II National Ranking
The West Chester University Golden Rams are ranked 14th nationally in the latest Collegiate Baseball Newspaper NCAA Division II baseball poll. After a weekend split with conference-rival Bloomsburg, West Chester is 36-9 and 10-6 in the East Division of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference. The Golden Rams started the season on a 16-game winning streak and won 28 of their first 30 games.
Two former and two future New York Collegiate Baseball League stars along with one former Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League coach have helped the Golden Rams off to a great start. Juniors Nick Spisak and Jason Bowman both played for the Geneva Red Wings last summer and took the team to the NYCBL playoffs for the first time since 2003. Sophomore Kevin McGrath is bound for Geneva this summer and freshman Carmen Daddario is slated to pitch for the Bolivar Athletics this summer.
West Chester skipper Greg Mamula spent a summer in upstate New York. He was the head coach of the 1999 Rome Indians.
Bowman has been the ace of the West Chester staff this spring. He is 8-0 with a 1.89 earned run average in nine appearances. Bowman has allowed 12 earned runs in 57 innings pitched and struck out 51. He leads the Golden Rams in victories, starts (9), complete games (4), innings pitched, walks allowed (3) and strikeouts. Bowman is a two-time All-PSAC East Division and two-time all-region selection.
Spisak is one of four players to have started all 45 of West Chester's games this season. He is batting .361 with two home runs, 28 runs batted in and 11 stolen bases. Spisak has compiled 61 hits, 15 doubles, 42 runs scored and four triples. The Millersville, Pa., native was first-team All-PSAC last year and the PSAC Rookie of the Year. He transferred to West Chester from Indiana University Bloomington.
McGrath, like Spisak, is one of four players to have played and started all 45 West Chester games. The Golden Rams sophomore is batting .281 with three home runs and 28 runs batted in. McGrath has 38 hits, 27 runs scored, nine doubles, eight stolen bases and he has been hit by a pitch 12 times. The Forty Fort, Pa., native was a second-team All-PSAC East as a freshman in 2007.
Daddario, a true freshman, has made just two appearances for West Chester this spring.
Two former and two future New York Collegiate Baseball League stars along with one former Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League coach have helped the Golden Rams off to a great start. Juniors Nick Spisak and Jason Bowman both played for the Geneva Red Wings last summer and took the team to the NYCBL playoffs for the first time since 2003. Sophomore Kevin McGrath is bound for Geneva this summer and freshman Carmen Daddario is slated to pitch for the Bolivar Athletics this summer.
West Chester skipper Greg Mamula spent a summer in upstate New York. He was the head coach of the 1999 Rome Indians.
Bowman has been the ace of the West Chester staff this spring. He is 8-0 with a 1.89 earned run average in nine appearances. Bowman has allowed 12 earned runs in 57 innings pitched and struck out 51. He leads the Golden Rams in victories, starts (9), complete games (4), innings pitched, walks allowed (3) and strikeouts. Bowman is a two-time All-PSAC East Division and two-time all-region selection.
Spisak is one of four players to have started all 45 of West Chester's games this season. He is batting .361 with two home runs, 28 runs batted in and 11 stolen bases. Spisak has compiled 61 hits, 15 doubles, 42 runs scored and four triples. The Millersville, Pa., native was first-team All-PSAC last year and the PSAC Rookie of the Year. He transferred to West Chester from Indiana University Bloomington.
McGrath, like Spisak, is one of four players to have played and started all 45 West Chester games. The Golden Rams sophomore is batting .281 with three home runs and 28 runs batted in. McGrath has 38 hits, 27 runs scored, nine doubles, eight stolen bases and he has been hit by a pitch 12 times. The Forty Fort, Pa., native was a second-team All-PSAC East as a freshman in 2007.
Daddario, a true freshman, has made just two appearances for West Chester this spring.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Schwimmer (Saratoga '05) Named To Midseason Watch List
University of Virginia senior pitcher Michael Schwimmer (Saratoga '05) has been named to the midseason watch list for the 2008 National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) Stopper of the Year Award. The award is given to the top relief pitcher in NCAA Division I college baseball. Schwimmer is one of 45 pitchers included on the midseason list.
The Alexandria, Va., native is 1-1 with 10 saves and a 1.26 earned run average in 13 appearances for the Cavaliers. His 10 saves are ranked second nationally behind Tyler Conn of Southern Mississippi who has 12 saves. Schwimmer has allowed two earned runs in 14.1 innings pitched and struck out 14. Opponents against Schwimmer are batting .170.
Schwimmer pitched for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2005 season. He was one of Saratoga's representatives in the 2005 NYCBL All-Star Game.
The finalists for the NCBWA Stopper of the Year Award will be announced on May 28. The award will be given on June 4.
The Alexandria, Va., native is 1-1 with 10 saves and a 1.26 earned run average in 13 appearances for the Cavaliers. His 10 saves are ranked second nationally behind Tyler Conn of Southern Mississippi who has 12 saves. Schwimmer has allowed two earned runs in 14.1 innings pitched and struck out 14. Opponents against Schwimmer are batting .170.
Schwimmer pitched for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2005 season. He was one of Saratoga's representatives in the 2005 NYCBL All-Star Game.
The finalists for the NCBWA Stopper of the Year Award will be announced on May 28. The award will be given on June 4.
Groff (GF '04-'05) & Pennell (Watertown '05) Sign With Nashua Pride
The Nashua Pride of the independent Can-Am League have signed former New York Collegiate Baseball League players Will Groff (Glens Falls '04-'05) and Vinny Pennell (Watertown '05) for the 2008 season.
Groff played in the St. Louis Cardinals organization last summer for the Batavia Muckdogs of the New York-Penn League. In 36 games, Groff hit .252 with one home run and 12 runs batted in. He accumulated 28 hits, 17 runs scored, seven doubles, one triple and six stolen bases. Groff was tabbed by the Cardinals in 29th round (886th overall) of the 2006 Major League draft. He was released last month.
The Queensbury, N.Y., native was a 2006 ABCA/Rawlings Division III All-American at Cortland State. In addition, he was the 2006 State University of New York Athletic Conference Player of the Year and a three-time all-conference selection. As a junior, Groff batted a team-high .464 in his final season with the Red Dragons. He also led the team in hits (77) and stolen bases (29) and he reached base safely via hit, walk or hit-by-pitch in all 44 of Cortland's games. The former Red Dragon played football as a freshman at Cortland. In an ECAC bowl game, Groff returned a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown against St. John Fisher.
Groff played for the NYCBL's Glens Falls Golden Eagles in 2004 and 2005. He helped the team to an Eastern Division regular season title in 2004. The following year, Groff played in 42 games and batted .250 with nine runs batted in and a team-high 38 hits.
Pennell competed in the Kansas City Royals farm system last summer after an outstanding four-year career at Franklin Pierce College. Pennell hit .279 in 47 games for the Royals affiliate in the rookie-level Arizona League. He drove in 20 runs, scored 33 runs, stole 14 bases and drew 21 walks. Pennell finished the season with Class-A Burlington of the Midwest League. He collected two hits in five games and drove in one run. Pennell, who was released earlier this year, had signed with the Royals as a non-drafted free agent.
At Franklin Pierce College, Pennell was a four-time All-Northeast 10 selection. As a senior, Pennell hit .342 with one home run and 40 runs batted in. He totaled 79 hits, 58 runs scored, 15 doubles, six triples, 28 walks and a team-high 27 stolen bases. Pennell's Ravens advanced to the NCAA Division II World Series. He is Franklin Pierce's all-time leader in games played (215), hits (250) and stolen bases (95).
The Spencer, Mass., native was a member of the 2005 Eastern Division playoff champion Watertown Wizards. Pennell played in 43 games for the Wizards and batted .225 with one home run and 12 runs batted in. He finished second on the team with 14 stolen bases and 24 runs scored.
Groff played in the St. Louis Cardinals organization last summer for the Batavia Muckdogs of the New York-Penn League. In 36 games, Groff hit .252 with one home run and 12 runs batted in. He accumulated 28 hits, 17 runs scored, seven doubles, one triple and six stolen bases. Groff was tabbed by the Cardinals in 29th round (886th overall) of the 2006 Major League draft. He was released last month.
The Queensbury, N.Y., native was a 2006 ABCA/Rawlings Division III All-American at Cortland State. In addition, he was the 2006 State University of New York Athletic Conference Player of the Year and a three-time all-conference selection. As a junior, Groff batted a team-high .464 in his final season with the Red Dragons. He also led the team in hits (77) and stolen bases (29) and he reached base safely via hit, walk or hit-by-pitch in all 44 of Cortland's games. The former Red Dragon played football as a freshman at Cortland. In an ECAC bowl game, Groff returned a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown against St. John Fisher.
Groff played for the NYCBL's Glens Falls Golden Eagles in 2004 and 2005. He helped the team to an Eastern Division regular season title in 2004. The following year, Groff played in 42 games and batted .250 with nine runs batted in and a team-high 38 hits.
Pennell competed in the Kansas City Royals farm system last summer after an outstanding four-year career at Franklin Pierce College. Pennell hit .279 in 47 games for the Royals affiliate in the rookie-level Arizona League. He drove in 20 runs, scored 33 runs, stole 14 bases and drew 21 walks. Pennell finished the season with Class-A Burlington of the Midwest League. He collected two hits in five games and drove in one run. Pennell, who was released earlier this year, had signed with the Royals as a non-drafted free agent.
At Franklin Pierce College, Pennell was a four-time All-Northeast 10 selection. As a senior, Pennell hit .342 with one home run and 40 runs batted in. He totaled 79 hits, 58 runs scored, 15 doubles, six triples, 28 walks and a team-high 27 stolen bases. Pennell's Ravens advanced to the NCAA Division II World Series. He is Franklin Pierce's all-time leader in games played (215), hits (250) and stolen bases (95).
The Spencer, Mass., native was a member of the 2005 Eastern Division playoff champion Watertown Wizards. Pennell played in 43 games for the Wizards and batted .225 with one home run and 12 runs batted in. He finished second on the team with 14 stolen bases and 24 runs scored.
Brown (Watertown '05) Named Gotham Baseball Pitcher of the Week
St. John's University senior George Brown (Watertown '05) has been chosen as the Gotham Baseball Magazine Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008.
Saturday, Brown pitched seven scoreless innings to improve to 7-0 as St. John's defeated Connecticut, 10-5, at Jack Kaiser Stadium. Brown scattered six hits, walked none and struck out six in his seventh victory of the season. He faced five batters over the minimum and left five Huskies on base.
This spring, Brown is 7-0 with a 2.45 earned run average in eight appearances. He has allowed 14 earned runs in 51.1 innings pitched, walked six and struck out 41. Opponents against Brown are batting .225. The Syracuse, N.Y., native leads the Red Storm in victories and innings pitched and he is second on the team in strikeouts.
Brown pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Eastern Division playoff champion Watertown Wizards.
Saturday, Brown pitched seven scoreless innings to improve to 7-0 as St. John's defeated Connecticut, 10-5, at Jack Kaiser Stadium. Brown scattered six hits, walked none and struck out six in his seventh victory of the season. He faced five batters over the minimum and left five Huskies on base.
This spring, Brown is 7-0 with a 2.45 earned run average in eight appearances. He has allowed 14 earned runs in 51.1 innings pitched, walked six and struck out 41. Opponents against Brown are batting .225. The Syracuse, N.Y., native leads the Red Storm in victories and innings pitched and he is second on the team in strikeouts.
Brown pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Eastern Division playoff champion Watertown Wizards.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
NYCBL Players Help LeMoyne To Record-Breaking Weekend
Last week, the LeMoyne College Dolphins swept a three-game series with former conference-foe St. Peter's College in Jersey City, N.J. The Dolphins outscored the Peacocks, 57-12, over the three-game series and recorded 68 hits.
Saturday, LeMoyne won both ends of a doubleheader, 20-1, and 29-7. The Dolpins set school records for runs scored in a doubleheader (49), runs scored in a single game (29) and hits in a single game (30, 2nd game). The LeMoyne batsmen included a slew of former New York Collegiate Baseball League players including Chris Edmondson (Watertown '07), Matt Nandin (Geneva '06), Phil St. Amant (Genesee Valley '05), Chris Haynes (Watertown '07) and Corey O'Neill (Genesee Valley '06).
In the opener, LeMoyne scored at least one run in eight of nine innings and pounded out 22 hits. Phil St. Amant belted a two-run home run in the first inning and the Dolphin offense never looked back. St. Amant went 3-for-5 with four runs batted in and one run scored. Chris Edmondson drove in three runs, scored three runs and swatted a home run. Corey O'Neill drove in two runs and Matt Nandin scored twice.
LeMoyne saved the best for last in the night cap with 29 runs on 30 hits in a seven-inning game. The Dolphins plated runs in five of seven innings, including 10 in the first and 14 in the fifth. Chris Haynes and Chris Edmondson led the offense for the Green and Gold with each recording six RBI. Haynes went 3-for-5 with three runs scored and a pair of home runs. Edmondson tallied three hits and four runs scored to go along with two doubles. Phil St. Amant went 6-for-7 with four runs batted in and three runs scored. Matt Nandin scored four runs and Corey O'Neill scored thrice.
The Dolphins won a low-scoring third game, 8-4, on Sunday. Here are some of the Dolphins stats on the weekend:
Chris Edmondson .667 (8-for-12), 1 HR, 11 RBI, 8 R, 3 DBL, 2 BB, 1 TRP, 1 SF, SB
Phil St. Amant .529 (9-for-17), 1 HR, 8 RBI, 6 R, 4 DBL
Matthew Nandin .429 (6-for-14), 1 RBI, 8 R, 3 BB, DBL, SB
Chris Haynes .429 (6-for-14), 2 HR, 7 RBI, 3 R, HBP
Corey O'Neill .417 (5-for-12), 3 RBI, 4 R, 2 DBL, 2 BB, 1 SF, 1 SB
Several former and future NYCBL players were on the mound for the Dolphins as well. Those arms included Eric Beaulac (Amsterdam '06-'07), TJ Sheridan (Mohawk Valley '04), Corey Nelson (Watertown '08), Daniel Tunison (Hornell '07-'08) and Lucas Nellis (Amsterdam '07-'08).
Saturday, LeMoyne won both ends of a doubleheader, 20-1, and 29-7. The Dolpins set school records for runs scored in a doubleheader (49), runs scored in a single game (29) and hits in a single game (30, 2nd game). The LeMoyne batsmen included a slew of former New York Collegiate Baseball League players including Chris Edmondson (Watertown '07), Matt Nandin (Geneva '06), Phil St. Amant (Genesee Valley '05), Chris Haynes (Watertown '07) and Corey O'Neill (Genesee Valley '06).
In the opener, LeMoyne scored at least one run in eight of nine innings and pounded out 22 hits. Phil St. Amant belted a two-run home run in the first inning and the Dolphin offense never looked back. St. Amant went 3-for-5 with four runs batted in and one run scored. Chris Edmondson drove in three runs, scored three runs and swatted a home run. Corey O'Neill drove in two runs and Matt Nandin scored twice.
LeMoyne saved the best for last in the night cap with 29 runs on 30 hits in a seven-inning game. The Dolphins plated runs in five of seven innings, including 10 in the first and 14 in the fifth. Chris Haynes and Chris Edmondson led the offense for the Green and Gold with each recording six RBI. Haynes went 3-for-5 with three runs scored and a pair of home runs. Edmondson tallied three hits and four runs scored to go along with two doubles. Phil St. Amant went 6-for-7 with four runs batted in and three runs scored. Matt Nandin scored four runs and Corey O'Neill scored thrice.
The Dolphins won a low-scoring third game, 8-4, on Sunday. Here are some of the Dolphins stats on the weekend:
Chris Edmondson .667 (8-for-12), 1 HR, 11 RBI, 8 R, 3 DBL, 2 BB, 1 TRP, 1 SF, SB
Phil St. Amant .529 (9-for-17), 1 HR, 8 RBI, 6 R, 4 DBL
Matthew Nandin .429 (6-for-14), 1 RBI, 8 R, 3 BB, DBL, SB
Chris Haynes .429 (6-for-14), 2 HR, 7 RBI, 3 R, HBP
Corey O'Neill .417 (5-for-12), 3 RBI, 4 R, 2 DBL, 2 BB, 1 SF, 1 SB
Several former and future NYCBL players were on the mound for the Dolphins as well. Those arms included Eric Beaulac (Amsterdam '06-'07), TJ Sheridan (Mohawk Valley '04), Corey Nelson (Watertown '08), Daniel Tunison (Hornell '07-'08) and Lucas Nellis (Amsterdam '07-'08).
Carraway (Saratoga '06) Tabbed ACC Pitcher of the Week
University of Virginia junior Andrew Carraway (Saratoga '06) has been selected as the Atlantic Coast Conference Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008. It's the second time this season that Carraway has been won the award.
Carraway pitched a career-high seven innings on Sunday as Virginia defeated conference-rival Maryland, 11-4, in College Park, Md. Carraway allowed one run on six hits, walked none and struck out nine. He sat down the first 10 Maryland batters he faced and allowed four runners past first base.
This season, Carraway is 3-2 with a 2.86 earned run average in eight appearances for Virginia. He is a member of the Wahoos weekend rotation. Carraway has allowed 14 earned runs in 44.0 innings pitched, walked eight and struck out 55. He is second on the team in ERA and strikeouts and third in innings pitched. Last weekend, Carraway struck out a career-high 10 in Virginia's 3-2 loss at second-ranked Florida State.
The Marietta, Ga., native pitched for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season. Carraway's season was cut short due to injury. He made one appearance and struck out seven batters in four innings pitched.
Carraway pitched a career-high seven innings on Sunday as Virginia defeated conference-rival Maryland, 11-4, in College Park, Md. Carraway allowed one run on six hits, walked none and struck out nine. He sat down the first 10 Maryland batters he faced and allowed four runners past first base.
This season, Carraway is 3-2 with a 2.86 earned run average in eight appearances for Virginia. He is a member of the Wahoos weekend rotation. Carraway has allowed 14 earned runs in 44.0 innings pitched, walked eight and struck out 55. He is second on the team in ERA and strikeouts and third in innings pitched. Last weekend, Carraway struck out a career-high 10 in Virginia's 3-2 loss at second-ranked Florida State.
The Marietta, Ga., native pitched for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season. Carraway's season was cut short due to injury. He made one appearance and struck out seven batters in four innings pitched.
Miller (Geneva '07) Earns A-Sun Recognition
Gardner-Webb junior Brock Miller (Geneva '07) has been chosen as one of the Atlantic Sun's top weekly performers for the week ending April 13, 2008.
Last week, Miller batted .769 (10-for-13) with two runs batted in and four runs scored in five games for the Bulldogs. Miller, despite starting just twice, put together three multi-hit games.
After making a pinch running appearance against Furman, Miller started against Appalachian State on April 9. He went 3-for-5 with one run scored as G-W beat ASU, 10-3. Miller totaled seven hits in a three-game series with conference-rival East Tennessee State University. He belted a two-run double during his only plate appearance in the series opener. Miller followed up with two hits in the second game. In the series finale, Miller started and went 4-for-4 with two runs scored.
The Alma, Ga., native is currently batting .467 with eight runs batted in. He's played 27 games and started 13 for the Diamond Dogs. He has 28 hits, 18 runs scored, three doubles, seven walks and 12 stolen bases on 13 attempts. Miller leads the team in batting average and is tied for second in stolen bases.
Miller played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Geneva Red Wings. Miller helped Geneva to its first playoff appearance since 2003. The speedy outfielder batted .252 and drove in 10 runs while playing in 36 games during the regular season. Miller led the Red Wings in stolen bases with 17 and he finished tied for third in the league in that category. More remarkable, Miller was not thrown out in 17 attempts. The Wings outfielder also tied for the league lead with four triples.
Last week, Miller batted .769 (10-for-13) with two runs batted in and four runs scored in five games for the Bulldogs. Miller, despite starting just twice, put together three multi-hit games.
After making a pinch running appearance against Furman, Miller started against Appalachian State on April 9. He went 3-for-5 with one run scored as G-W beat ASU, 10-3. Miller totaled seven hits in a three-game series with conference-rival East Tennessee State University. He belted a two-run double during his only plate appearance in the series opener. Miller followed up with two hits in the second game. In the series finale, Miller started and went 4-for-4 with two runs scored.
The Alma, Ga., native is currently batting .467 with eight runs batted in. He's played 27 games and started 13 for the Diamond Dogs. He has 28 hits, 18 runs scored, three doubles, seven walks and 12 stolen bases on 13 attempts. Miller leads the team in batting average and is tied for second in stolen bases.
Miller played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Geneva Red Wings. Miller helped Geneva to its first playoff appearance since 2003. The speedy outfielder batted .252 and drove in 10 runs while playing in 36 games during the regular season. Miller led the Red Wings in stolen bases with 17 and he finished tied for third in the league in that category. More remarkable, Miller was not thrown out in 17 attempts. The Wings outfielder also tied for the league lead with four triples.
Spina (Amsterdam '08) On BIG EAST Honor Roll
Cincinnati junior Mike Spina (Amsterdam '08) has been named to the BIG EAST weekly honor roll for the week ending April 13, 2008. Earlier this season, Spina was the BIG EAST Player of the Week.
Spina hit .476 (10-for-21) with two home runs and five runs batted in during five games last week for Cincinnati. He scored four runs and posted an .810 slugging percentage. Spina recorded three multi-hit and two multi-RBI games as the Bearcats went 4-1 for the week.
The Cincinnati junior belted a two-run home run and scored twice to start the week in the Bearcats 13-7 victory over Miami (Ohio). Spina went 3-for-5 and drove in three runs against Wright State on April 9. He clouted a solo home run and tallied a pair of run-scoring singles. In a three-game series with Pittsburgh, Spina racked up six hits, including a 3-for-3 performance on Sunday.
The Newberry, Fla., native is currently batting .305 with a team-high five home runs and 28 runs batted in. Through 30 games, Spina has 36 hits, 17 runs scored, five doubles and a .592 slugging percentage.
Spina will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Amsterdam Mohawks.
Spina hit .476 (10-for-21) with two home runs and five runs batted in during five games last week for Cincinnati. He scored four runs and posted an .810 slugging percentage. Spina recorded three multi-hit and two multi-RBI games as the Bearcats went 4-1 for the week.
The Cincinnati junior belted a two-run home run and scored twice to start the week in the Bearcats 13-7 victory over Miami (Ohio). Spina went 3-for-5 and drove in three runs against Wright State on April 9. He clouted a solo home run and tallied a pair of run-scoring singles. In a three-game series with Pittsburgh, Spina racked up six hits, including a 3-for-3 performance on Sunday.
The Newberry, Fla., native is currently batting .305 with a team-high five home runs and 28 runs batted in. Through 30 games, Spina has 36 hits, 17 runs scored, five doubles and a .592 slugging percentage.
Spina will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Amsterdam Mohawks.
Salem (Bennington '08) Grabs Second MAAC Rookie Award
Manhattan College freshman Chad Salem (Bennington '08) has been selected as the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008. It is the second time this season that Salem has won the award.
Last week, Salem hit .357 (5-for-14) with two home runs and five runs batted in. He recorded at least one hit and one RBI in all four of Manhattan's games and three of his five hits were extra-base hits. Salem had his only multi-RBI game against Army on April 9 courtesy of a two-run single in the first inning. The Jasper frosh belted a pair of home runs in a three-game series with Niagara. Salem clouted a home run and went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and a double to open the series. He slammed his second home run of the week in the second game to account for Manhattan's lone run. Salem closed the series with a one hit and one RBI on Sunday.
This spring, the Rye, N.Y., native is batting .320 with a team-high four home runs and 28 runs batted in. Through 27 games, Salem has tallied 30 hits, 25 runs scored, seven doubles and a .526 slugging percentage.
Salem is slated to play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Bennington Bombers.
Last week, Salem hit .357 (5-for-14) with two home runs and five runs batted in. He recorded at least one hit and one RBI in all four of Manhattan's games and three of his five hits were extra-base hits. Salem had his only multi-RBI game against Army on April 9 courtesy of a two-run single in the first inning. The Jasper frosh belted a pair of home runs in a three-game series with Niagara. Salem clouted a home run and went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and a double to open the series. He slammed his second home run of the week in the second game to account for Manhattan's lone run. Salem closed the series with a one hit and one RBI on Sunday.
This spring, the Rye, N.Y., native is batting .320 with a team-high four home runs and 28 runs batted in. Through 27 games, Salem has tallied 30 hits, 25 runs scored, seven doubles and a .526 slugging percentage.
Salem is slated to play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Bennington Bombers.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Petraitis (Rochester '06) Named To MAC Weekly Honorable Mention
Miami (Ohio) junior Jordan Petraitis (Rochester '06) was selected to the Mid-America Conference weekly honorable mention list for the week ending April 13, 2008.
Petraitis batted .476 (10-for-21) in five games last week for the Red Hawks. He drove in seven runs, scored three runs, drew four walks and collected two doubles. He put together three multi-hit games and recorded at least one hit in all five of Miami's contests. Against in-state rival Cincinnati, Petraitis went 2-for-4 with two runs scored, one run batted in and a double. Petraitis totaled seven hits in a three-game conference series against Central Michigan. Sunday, he had a career-high four hits and four runs batted in as Miami dropped a 12-9 decision to CMU. At the end of the week, the Miami (Ohio) junior had a seven-game hitting streak.
Currently, the Canal Fulton, Ohio, native is batting .320 with three home runs and 25 runs batted in. He is one of only two players to have played and started all of Miami's 32 games. Petraitis leads the Red Hawks in runs batted in, doubles (12), triples (3), walks (22), slugging percentage (.536) and on-base percentage (.433).
Petraitis was a member of the 2006 Rochester Royals. He was named to the New York Collegiate Baseball League postseason all-star team after helping lead the Royals into the league playoffs. Petraitis batted .328 and drove in 12 runs in 41 games. He had 45 hits and 17 runs scored.
Petraitis batted .476 (10-for-21) in five games last week for the Red Hawks. He drove in seven runs, scored three runs, drew four walks and collected two doubles. He put together three multi-hit games and recorded at least one hit in all five of Miami's contests. Against in-state rival Cincinnati, Petraitis went 2-for-4 with two runs scored, one run batted in and a double. Petraitis totaled seven hits in a three-game conference series against Central Michigan. Sunday, he had a career-high four hits and four runs batted in as Miami dropped a 12-9 decision to CMU. At the end of the week, the Miami (Ohio) junior had a seven-game hitting streak.
Currently, the Canal Fulton, Ohio, native is batting .320 with three home runs and 25 runs batted in. He is one of only two players to have played and started all of Miami's 32 games. Petraitis leads the Red Hawks in runs batted in, doubles (12), triples (3), walks (22), slugging percentage (.536) and on-base percentage (.433).
Petraitis was a member of the 2006 Rochester Royals. He was named to the New York Collegiate Baseball League postseason all-star team after helping lead the Royals into the league playoffs. Petraitis batted .328 and drove in 12 runs in 41 games. He had 45 hits and 17 runs scored.
Sottung (Gen. Valley '05) Chosen E8 Pitcher of the Week
Ithaca College senior Nick Sottung (Gen. Valley '05) has been named the Empire 8 Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008.
In two appearances last week, Sottung went 2-0 with a 0.69 earned run average. He allowed three hits in 13 innings pitched, walked three and struck out 15 to become Ithaca's all-time leader in victories, strikeouts and innings pitched. All three records were previously held by his older cousin, Kyle Sottung (Watertown '01), who graduated in 2004.
Sottung earned his record-breaking 29th victory on April 8 as Ithaca defeated Oneonta State, 12-5. The Ithaca senior went six innings, allowed one run on two hits, walked one and struck out nine. He struck out the side in the first inning and later retired 11 of the final 13 batters he faced. Sunday, Sottung pitched a complete game one-hit shutout against Rochester Tech. He walked two, struck out six and carried a no-hitter into the fourth inning during in the seven-inning contest. Sottung faced two batters over the minimum and did not allow a runner past first base.
This season, Sottung is 7-0 with a 1.81 earned run average in eight appearances. He has accumulated 49.2 innings pitched, seven starts, two complete games, 49 strikeouts and a .222 opponents batting average.
The Pulaski, N.Y., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Genesee Valley Riverbats.
In two appearances last week, Sottung went 2-0 with a 0.69 earned run average. He allowed three hits in 13 innings pitched, walked three and struck out 15 to become Ithaca's all-time leader in victories, strikeouts and innings pitched. All three records were previously held by his older cousin, Kyle Sottung (Watertown '01), who graduated in 2004.
Sottung earned his record-breaking 29th victory on April 8 as Ithaca defeated Oneonta State, 12-5. The Ithaca senior went six innings, allowed one run on two hits, walked one and struck out nine. He struck out the side in the first inning and later retired 11 of the final 13 batters he faced. Sunday, Sottung pitched a complete game one-hit shutout against Rochester Tech. He walked two, struck out six and carried a no-hitter into the fourth inning during in the seven-inning contest. Sottung faced two batters over the minimum and did not allow a runner past first base.
This season, Sottung is 7-0 with a 1.81 earned run average in eight appearances. He has accumulated 49.2 innings pitched, seven starts, two complete games, 49 strikeouts and a .222 opponents batting average.
The Pulaski, N.Y., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Genesee Valley Riverbats.
Wolf (Elmira '06-'07) Tabbed Empire 8 Player of the Week
Ithaca College senior Shane Wolf (Elmira '06-'07) has been named the Empire 8 Player of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008.
Last week, Wolf batted .357 (5-for-14) with three runs batted in, three doubles and six runs scored in five games for the Bombers. In addition, Wolf pitched a complete game shutout against conference-rival Rochester Tech on Saturday. He allowed five hits, walked none and struck out a season-high 10 in the seven-inning contest. At the plate, Wolf helped his own cause with a double and a run scored as Ithaca won, 3-0.
Wolf had hits in four of Ithaca's five games and scored at least one run or drove in at least one run in all five contests. He went 2-for-3 with two doubles, three runs scored and one RBI as Ithaca defeated Oneonta State, 12-5, on April 8. Wolf scored three runs and drove in two during a four-game conference series with Rochester Tech.
This spring, Wolf is batting .333 with two home runs and a team-high 24 runs batted in. The Ithaca senior has 31 hits, 25 runs scored, seven doubles and 11 walks. On the mound, Wolf is 5-1 with a 3.46 earned run average in seven starts. He has a team-high 51 strikeouts in 41.2 innings pitched.
The Freeville, N.Y., native led the Elmira Pioneers to the 2007 New York Collegiate Baseball Leauge championship. He played for the Pioneers in 2006 and 2007. Wolf was named the 2007 NYCBL Player of the Year.
Last week, Wolf batted .357 (5-for-14) with three runs batted in, three doubles and six runs scored in five games for the Bombers. In addition, Wolf pitched a complete game shutout against conference-rival Rochester Tech on Saturday. He allowed five hits, walked none and struck out a season-high 10 in the seven-inning contest. At the plate, Wolf helped his own cause with a double and a run scored as Ithaca won, 3-0.
Wolf had hits in four of Ithaca's five games and scored at least one run or drove in at least one run in all five contests. He went 2-for-3 with two doubles, three runs scored and one RBI as Ithaca defeated Oneonta State, 12-5, on April 8. Wolf scored three runs and drove in two during a four-game conference series with Rochester Tech.
This spring, Wolf is batting .333 with two home runs and a team-high 24 runs batted in. The Ithaca senior has 31 hits, 25 runs scored, seven doubles and 11 walks. On the mound, Wolf is 5-1 with a 3.46 earned run average in seven starts. He has a team-high 51 strikeouts in 41.2 innings pitched.
The Freeville, N.Y., native led the Elmira Pioneers to the 2007 New York Collegiate Baseball Leauge championship. He played for the Pioneers in 2006 and 2007. Wolf was named the 2007 NYCBL Player of the Year.
Raetzloff (AC '08) Selected SLIAC Player of the Week
Webster University junior Alex Raetzloff (Allegany County '08) has been chosen as the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008.
Raetzloff batted .429 (6-for-14) in four games last week for the Webster University Gorloks. Raetzloff belted three home runs, drove in 10 runs, scored five runs and tallied two doubles. He recorded two multi-hit and three multi-RBI games.
The Webster junior clouted two home runs in his first two at-bats during the opening game of a doubleheader at Greenville on April 7. He smashed a solo home run to start the game and then belted a two-run bomb in an 11-run second inning. Raetzloff finished the game 2-for-5 with four runs batted in. Two days later, he hit his third home run of the week, again off Greenville, in a 10-7 victory at home. Raetzloff's two-run blast in the third inning lifted the Gorloks to a six-run frame. Sunday, he went 3-for-4 with three runs batted in, two doubles and two runs scored as Webster defeated Blackburn, 13-11.
This spring, Raetzloff is batting .370 with five home runs and 24 runs batted in. He has 34 hits, 33 runs scored, 12 doubles, five triples, 17 walks, nine stolen bases and a .772 slugging percentage. The Florissant, Mo., native was the 2007 SLIAC Player of the Year.
Raetzloff will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Allegany County Nitros. Webster head coach Bill Kurich and assistant coach Michael Stawski both have NYCBL connections. Kurich managed the Rome Indians in 2001 and 2002 and led them to a 2001 league championship. Stawski pitched for the Allegany County Nitros in 2005 and served as a Nitros assistant coach in 2006.
Raetzloff batted .429 (6-for-14) in four games last week for the Webster University Gorloks. Raetzloff belted three home runs, drove in 10 runs, scored five runs and tallied two doubles. He recorded two multi-hit and three multi-RBI games.
The Webster junior clouted two home runs in his first two at-bats during the opening game of a doubleheader at Greenville on April 7. He smashed a solo home run to start the game and then belted a two-run bomb in an 11-run second inning. Raetzloff finished the game 2-for-5 with four runs batted in. Two days later, he hit his third home run of the week, again off Greenville, in a 10-7 victory at home. Raetzloff's two-run blast in the third inning lifted the Gorloks to a six-run frame. Sunday, he went 3-for-4 with three runs batted in, two doubles and two runs scored as Webster defeated Blackburn, 13-11.
This spring, Raetzloff is batting .370 with five home runs and 24 runs batted in. He has 34 hits, 33 runs scored, 12 doubles, five triples, 17 walks, nine stolen bases and a .772 slugging percentage. The Florissant, Mo., native was the 2007 SLIAC Player of the Year.
Raetzloff will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Allegany County Nitros. Webster head coach Bill Kurich and assistant coach Michael Stawski both have NYCBL connections. Kurich managed the Rome Indians in 2001 and 2002 and led them to a 2001 league championship. Stawski pitched for the Allegany County Nitros in 2005 and served as a Nitros assistant coach in 2006.
Monday, April 14, 2008
Five NYCBL Players Named To Northeast 10 Weekly Honor Roll
Five former and/or future New York Collegiate Baseball League players were named to the Northeast 10 weekly honor roll for the week ending April 13, 2008. Selected to the league list were Pace's Jack Cawley (Elmira '06) and MacKenzie King (Allegany County '07), Bryant's Nick Campbell (Little Falls '08), St. Anselm's Adam Hussey (Watertown '05) and St. Rose's Derek Marshall (Watertown '08).
Pace senior Jack Cawley has been a staple on the NE-10 weekly honor roll for the last four weeks. In five games last week, Cawley batted .364 (8-for-22) with four runs scored, two runs batted in, two doubles and five stolen bases. He recorded at least one hit in every game and collected four of his eight hits in a three-game series with Stonehill. Cawley scored all three of Pace's runs in a 3-2, 15-inning victory over Bentley on April 9. In the 15th, Cawley doubled, stole third and scored on a base hit to win the game for the Setters.
Currently, the Bronx, N.Y., native is batting .370 with six home runs and 24 runs batted in. He leads the Pace Setters in hits (47), runs scored (31), home runs, RBI, slugging percentage (.559) and stolen bases (15). He is the only player to start all 33 of Pace's games this season.
Cawley played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Elmira Pioneers.
Pace sophomore MacKenzie King helped Pace to two victories last week with a pair of scoreless relief outings. He was 1-0 with a 0.00 earned run average and 11 strikeouts in six and two-thirds innings pitched. He allowed two hits and walked none. King pitched four scoreless innings against Bentley on April 9 and earned a victory in relief. He struck out seven and retired all 12 batters he faced in extra innings. King closed the week with two and two-thirds innings of scoreless relief against Stonehill on Sunday. He allowed two hits and fanned five batters.
This spring, King is 2-1 with two saves and a 2.08 earned run average in 11 appearances for the Setters. He has allowed seven earned runs in 30.1 innings pitched and he is second on the team with 45 strikeouts. King is holding opponents to a .136 batting average.
The Blairstown, N.J., native pitched for the Allegany County Nitros last summer. He went 3-1 with a 1.54 earned run average in seven appearances for the Nitros. King pitched 35 innings and struck out 35 batters. He led the Nitros pitching staff in earned run average.
Bryant sophomore Nick Campbell returns to the NE-10 weekly honor roll for the second time this season. Campbell batted .424 (14-for-33) with five runs batted in, seven runs scored, one double, one triple and three stolen bases in seven games for the Bulldogs. Saturday, Campbell totaled seven hits, four runs scored and three RBI during a doubleheader sweep over Assumption. In the opener, Campbell went 2-for-4 with three RBI and two runs scored. Campbell bettered that in the night cap with a 5-for-5 performance and he scored twice.
Currently, Campbell is batting a team-high .335 with 57 hits in 39 games. Campbell has 22 runs batted in, 32 runs scored, 11 stolen bases, nine doubles, nine walks and a .425 slugging percentage.
The Raynham, Mass., native is slated to play for the Little Falls Miners this summer.
St. Anselm senior Adam Hussey (Watertown '05) batted .364 (8-for-22) with one home run and six runs batted in during a six-game week for the Hawks. He recorded at least one run or one hit in every game as St. A's went 4-2. Hussey's seventh inning RBI triple propelled St. Anselm past American International, 2-1, on April 8. He smashed a home run and drove in two the following day against St. Rose. The senior was directly responsible for another exciting victory on Sunday. Hussey scored in the top of the 10th inning to break a 4-4 tie as St. Anselm slipped past Southern New Hampshire in extra innings.
Through Sunday's games, the Danvers, Mass., native is batting .239 with one home run and nine runs batted in. He has started 28 games for the Hawks, collected 25 hits and 24 runs scored and stolen a team-high 11 bases.
Hussey was a member of the 2005 Eastern Division champion Watertown Wizards. Between the regular season and playoffs, Hussey batted .253 and drove in 16 runs. He finished third on the team in hits (37) and runs batted in and he tied for third in runs scored (21).
St. Rose sophomore Derek Marshall batted .524 (11-for-21) with three runs batted in and four doubles last week for the Golden Knights. He recorded hits in all five of St. Rose's games and he had multiple hits in four of five contests. Marshall started the week with back-to-back three hit games against St. Anselm and American International. In a three-game series with AIC, Marshall totaled five hits and three runs batted in.
The Malone, N.Y., native leads the Golden Knights with a .274 batting average through Monday's action. He has 31 hits, 10 runs scored, eight doubles and six walks in 31 games for the Golden Knights. Marshall leads the team in hits, doubles and at-bats (113). He is the only player to have started 31 of St. Rose's 32 games this spring.
Marshall will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Watertown Wizards.
Pace senior Jack Cawley has been a staple on the NE-10 weekly honor roll for the last four weeks. In five games last week, Cawley batted .364 (8-for-22) with four runs scored, two runs batted in, two doubles and five stolen bases. He recorded at least one hit in every game and collected four of his eight hits in a three-game series with Stonehill. Cawley scored all three of Pace's runs in a 3-2, 15-inning victory over Bentley on April 9. In the 15th, Cawley doubled, stole third and scored on a base hit to win the game for the Setters.
Currently, the Bronx, N.Y., native is batting .370 with six home runs and 24 runs batted in. He leads the Pace Setters in hits (47), runs scored (31), home runs, RBI, slugging percentage (.559) and stolen bases (15). He is the only player to start all 33 of Pace's games this season.
Cawley played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season for the Elmira Pioneers.
Pace sophomore MacKenzie King helped Pace to two victories last week with a pair of scoreless relief outings. He was 1-0 with a 0.00 earned run average and 11 strikeouts in six and two-thirds innings pitched. He allowed two hits and walked none. King pitched four scoreless innings against Bentley on April 9 and earned a victory in relief. He struck out seven and retired all 12 batters he faced in extra innings. King closed the week with two and two-thirds innings of scoreless relief against Stonehill on Sunday. He allowed two hits and fanned five batters.
This spring, King is 2-1 with two saves and a 2.08 earned run average in 11 appearances for the Setters. He has allowed seven earned runs in 30.1 innings pitched and he is second on the team with 45 strikeouts. King is holding opponents to a .136 batting average.
The Blairstown, N.J., native pitched for the Allegany County Nitros last summer. He went 3-1 with a 1.54 earned run average in seven appearances for the Nitros. King pitched 35 innings and struck out 35 batters. He led the Nitros pitching staff in earned run average.
Bryant sophomore Nick Campbell returns to the NE-10 weekly honor roll for the second time this season. Campbell batted .424 (14-for-33) with five runs batted in, seven runs scored, one double, one triple and three stolen bases in seven games for the Bulldogs. Saturday, Campbell totaled seven hits, four runs scored and three RBI during a doubleheader sweep over Assumption. In the opener, Campbell went 2-for-4 with three RBI and two runs scored. Campbell bettered that in the night cap with a 5-for-5 performance and he scored twice.
Currently, Campbell is batting a team-high .335 with 57 hits in 39 games. Campbell has 22 runs batted in, 32 runs scored, 11 stolen bases, nine doubles, nine walks and a .425 slugging percentage.
The Raynham, Mass., native is slated to play for the Little Falls Miners this summer.
St. Anselm senior Adam Hussey (Watertown '05) batted .364 (8-for-22) with one home run and six runs batted in during a six-game week for the Hawks. He recorded at least one run or one hit in every game as St. A's went 4-2. Hussey's seventh inning RBI triple propelled St. Anselm past American International, 2-1, on April 8. He smashed a home run and drove in two the following day against St. Rose. The senior was directly responsible for another exciting victory on Sunday. Hussey scored in the top of the 10th inning to break a 4-4 tie as St. Anselm slipped past Southern New Hampshire in extra innings.
Through Sunday's games, the Danvers, Mass., native is batting .239 with one home run and nine runs batted in. He has started 28 games for the Hawks, collected 25 hits and 24 runs scored and stolen a team-high 11 bases.
Hussey was a member of the 2005 Eastern Division champion Watertown Wizards. Between the regular season and playoffs, Hussey batted .253 and drove in 16 runs. He finished third on the team in hits (37) and runs batted in and he tied for third in runs scored (21).
St. Rose sophomore Derek Marshall batted .524 (11-for-21) with three runs batted in and four doubles last week for the Golden Knights. He recorded hits in all five of St. Rose's games and he had multiple hits in four of five contests. Marshall started the week with back-to-back three hit games against St. Anselm and American International. In a three-game series with AIC, Marshall totaled five hits and three runs batted in.
The Malone, N.Y., native leads the Golden Knights with a .274 batting average through Monday's action. He has 31 hits, 10 runs scored, eight doubles and six walks in 31 games for the Golden Knights. Marshall leads the team in hits, doubles and at-bats (113). He is the only player to have started 31 of St. Rose's 32 games this spring.
Marshall will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Watertown Wizards.
Cook (Saratoga '07) Selected SSC Player of the Week
Nova Southeastern University senior Bryan Cook (Saratoga '07) has been named the Sunshine State Conference Player of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008.
Last week, Cook batted .500 (8-for-16) with two home runs and eight runs batted in through four games for Nova Southeastern. Cook recorded three multi-hit games and scored at least one run in all four of the Sharks contests. He sparked Nova Southeastern to a series victory over conference-foe Rollins College.
In the opener, Cook belted a home run and went 4-for-5 with three runs scored and three runs batted in. Cook broke a 5-5 tie in the fifth inning with a solo home run. After Rollins tied the game in the top of the seventh, Cook singled and scored in the bottom of the frame to put NSU ahead to stay. He recorded two hits and scored twice in the series' second game. Cook saved his best for last. In the finale, Cook socked a grand slam and drove in five of Nova Southeastern's seven runs in an 8-7 loss.
This season, Cook is batting a team-high .388 with 12 home runs, 45 runs scored, 54 hits, 14 doubles and 33 runs batted in.
The Rockledge, Fla., native played for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. Cook slugged a team-high five home runs, drove in 15 runs, scored 17 runs and racked up 20 hits in 30 games for the Phillies.
Last week, Cook batted .500 (8-for-16) with two home runs and eight runs batted in through four games for Nova Southeastern. Cook recorded three multi-hit games and scored at least one run in all four of the Sharks contests. He sparked Nova Southeastern to a series victory over conference-foe Rollins College.
In the opener, Cook belted a home run and went 4-for-5 with three runs scored and three runs batted in. Cook broke a 5-5 tie in the fifth inning with a solo home run. After Rollins tied the game in the top of the seventh, Cook singled and scored in the bottom of the frame to put NSU ahead to stay. He recorded two hits and scored twice in the series' second game. Cook saved his best for last. In the finale, Cook socked a grand slam and drove in five of Nova Southeastern's seven runs in an 8-7 loss.
This season, Cook is batting a team-high .388 with 12 home runs, 45 runs scored, 54 hits, 14 doubles and 33 runs batted in.
The Rockledge, Fla., native played for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. Cook slugged a team-high five home runs, drove in 15 runs, scored 17 runs and racked up 20 hits in 30 games for the Phillies.
Maxwell (GV '06/Brockport '07) Tabbed SUNYAC Player of the Week
Brockport State senior Rob Maxwell (Gen. Valley '06/Brockport '07) has been chosen as the Player of the Week in the State University of New York Athletic Conference for the week ending April 13, 2008.
Maxwell batted .524 (11-for-21) with a team-high 12 runs batted in through eight games last week for the Brockport State Golden Eagles. Maxwell collected four doubles, seven runs scored, four walks, three sacrifice flies and he was hit by a pitch four times as the Golden Eagles went 5-3 for the week. Maxwell drove in at least one run in seven of eight games and recorded at least one hit in six contests to go along with three multi-hit games.
The Brockport State senior drove in seven runs in a span of three games against Clarkson and Medaille. Maxwell went 3-for-4 with two runs batted in and a double as the Golden Eagles defeated Clarkson, 8-5, at Watertown's Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds. He drove in three more Brockport runs to go along with three hits, two runs scored, a double and a hit-by-pitch in the opening game of a doubleheader against Medaille. Maxwell did not record an official at-bat in the night cap, but he walked twice, scored twice and drove in one run.
Sunday, Maxwell spurred Brockport to a doubleheader sweep of New Paltz State. In the opener, Maxwell clouted a two-run home run and went 2-for-4 as Brockport won, 9-0. In the night cap, the Amherst, N.Y., native connected on a game-winning single in the eighth inning to give Brockport a 3-2 victory.
This spring, Maxwell is batting .345 with two home runs and 19 runs batted in. He leads the Golden Eagles in home runs, runs batted in and slugging percentage (.552). Maxwell paces all the Brockport regulars with a .494 on-base percentage as well. On the mound, he has made four starts for the Golden Eagles and hurled one complete game. He is third on the team in innings pitched (27.1) and second in strikeouts (21).
Maxwell has played two seasons in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. He was a member of the Genesee Valley Riverbats in 2006 and the Brockport Riverbats in 2007. In two seasons with the Riverbats, Maxwell hit .310 and drove in 19 runs.
Maxwell batted .524 (11-for-21) with a team-high 12 runs batted in through eight games last week for the Brockport State Golden Eagles. Maxwell collected four doubles, seven runs scored, four walks, three sacrifice flies and he was hit by a pitch four times as the Golden Eagles went 5-3 for the week. Maxwell drove in at least one run in seven of eight games and recorded at least one hit in six contests to go along with three multi-hit games.
The Brockport State senior drove in seven runs in a span of three games against Clarkson and Medaille. Maxwell went 3-for-4 with two runs batted in and a double as the Golden Eagles defeated Clarkson, 8-5, at Watertown's Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds. He drove in three more Brockport runs to go along with three hits, two runs scored, a double and a hit-by-pitch in the opening game of a doubleheader against Medaille. Maxwell did not record an official at-bat in the night cap, but he walked twice, scored twice and drove in one run.
Sunday, Maxwell spurred Brockport to a doubleheader sweep of New Paltz State. In the opener, Maxwell clouted a two-run home run and went 2-for-4 as Brockport won, 9-0. In the night cap, the Amherst, N.Y., native connected on a game-winning single in the eighth inning to give Brockport a 3-2 victory.
This spring, Maxwell is batting .345 with two home runs and 19 runs batted in. He leads the Golden Eagles in home runs, runs batted in and slugging percentage (.552). Maxwell paces all the Brockport regulars with a .494 on-base percentage as well. On the mound, he has made four starts for the Golden Eagles and hurled one complete game. He is third on the team in innings pitched (27.1) and second in strikeouts (21).
Maxwell has played two seasons in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. He was a member of the Genesee Valley Riverbats in 2006 and the Brockport Riverbats in 2007. In two seasons with the Riverbats, Maxwell hit .310 and drove in 19 runs.
Zongol (Saratoga '06-'07) Racks Up Fourth Conference Honor
Rensselaer Polytechnic Insitute senior Joe Zongol has been named the Liberty League co-Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 13, 2008. It is the fourth time this season that Zongol has been named the league's Pitcher of the Week or co-Pitcher of the Week. Former New York Collegiate Baseball League pitchers have won the award outright or tied for the award in all six weeks of the 2008 season.
In two appearances this past week, Zongol went 2-0 with a 0.69 earned run average. He pitched 13 innings and allowed eight hits, two walks and one earned run. Zongol struck out 12 and held opponents to a .182 batting average.
The RPI senior pitched six innings in a victory over Old Westbury on April 8 in Troy, N.Y. He yielded one run on two hits, walked one and struck out four. After giving up a run in the first inning, Zongol retired 10-straight Old Westbury batters and 14 of the final 16 he faced. Sunday, Zongol hurled a seven-inning complete game as Rensselaer defeated St. Lawrence, 8-2, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader. He gave up two unearned runs on six hits, walked one and struck out eight.
The Flower Mound, Texas, native is 5-1 this spring with a 0.64 earned run average in seven appearances. He has accumulated 42.1 innings pitched, three complete games, one shutout and 40 strikeouts. He leads the Red Hawks pitchers in victories, starts, complete games, innings pitched, strikeouts and opponents batting average (.163).
Zongol pitched for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League in 2006 and 2007.
In two appearances this past week, Zongol went 2-0 with a 0.69 earned run average. He pitched 13 innings and allowed eight hits, two walks and one earned run. Zongol struck out 12 and held opponents to a .182 batting average.
The RPI senior pitched six innings in a victory over Old Westbury on April 8 in Troy, N.Y. He yielded one run on two hits, walked one and struck out four. After giving up a run in the first inning, Zongol retired 10-straight Old Westbury batters and 14 of the final 16 he faced. Sunday, Zongol hurled a seven-inning complete game as Rensselaer defeated St. Lawrence, 8-2, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader. He gave up two unearned runs on six hits, walked one and struck out eight.
The Flower Mound, Texas, native is 5-1 this spring with a 0.64 earned run average in seven appearances. He has accumulated 42.1 innings pitched, three complete games, one shutout and 40 strikeouts. He leads the Red Hawks pitchers in victories, starts, complete games, innings pitched, strikeouts and opponents batting average (.163).
Zongol pitched for the Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League in 2006 and 2007.
Two More NYCBL Alums Join Frontier League
Former New York Collegiate Baseball League pitcher Mark Suchowiecki (Amsterdam '05) has signed a free-agent contract with the Midwest Sliders of the independent Frontier League. In addition, the Frontier League's Gateway Grizzlies have signed Al Barbato (Mohawk Valley '05) to a contract for the 2008 season.
More to follow.
More to follow.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Pacella (Amsterdam '03) Pitching In Minors
Last month, the Houston Astros signed pitcher J.J. Pacella (Amsterdam '03) to a minor league contract. At the conclusion of Spring Training, Pacella was assigned to the Lexington (Ky.) Legends of the South Atlantic League.
Pacella pitched in the independent Frontier League last summer for the River City Rascals after completing his collegiate career at Kent State. His stay with the Rascals was brief, three appearances and a total of 14.2 innings that turned into one win and two defeats.
The 6-foot-6 hurler pitched four seasons at Kent State. He accumulated a four-year record of 13-6 with two saves and a 4.30 earned run average. In his final three seasons, Pacella struck out 122 batters and averaged 10 starts per year. As a senior, he finished second on the team in strikeouts and third in ERA and starts.
The Powell, Ohio, native is currently 0-1 with a 2.35 earned run average in four appearances for the Legends. After a shaky first outing, Pacella has allowed two earned runs in his last three games and struck out eight. The former Amsterdam Mohawk turned in his best professional outing on Saturday night against Augusta. He pitched two scoreless innings, allowed one hit and struck out three. According to a team press release, Pacella will be looked upon to come out of the bullpen and he is in the running for the team's closer role.
Pacella was a member of the 2003 New York Collegiate Baseball League champion Amsterdam Mohawks. The Mohawks won the Eastern Division regular season title, swept second-place Watertown in the Eastern Division playoffs and went on to defeat the Hornell Dodgers in the NYCBL Championship Series. Pacella went 4-2 with a 2.42 earned run average in eight appearances. He pitched 44.2 innings, struck out 33 and hurled a team-high four complete games.
Pacella pitched in the independent Frontier League last summer for the River City Rascals after completing his collegiate career at Kent State. His stay with the Rascals was brief, three appearances and a total of 14.2 innings that turned into one win and two defeats.
The 6-foot-6 hurler pitched four seasons at Kent State. He accumulated a four-year record of 13-6 with two saves and a 4.30 earned run average. In his final three seasons, Pacella struck out 122 batters and averaged 10 starts per year. As a senior, he finished second on the team in strikeouts and third in ERA and starts.
The Powell, Ohio, native is currently 0-1 with a 2.35 earned run average in four appearances for the Legends. After a shaky first outing, Pacella has allowed two earned runs in his last three games and struck out eight. The former Amsterdam Mohawk turned in his best professional outing on Saturday night against Augusta. He pitched two scoreless innings, allowed one hit and struck out three. According to a team press release, Pacella will be looked upon to come out of the bullpen and he is in the running for the team's closer role.
Pacella was a member of the 2003 New York Collegiate Baseball League champion Amsterdam Mohawks. The Mohawks won the Eastern Division regular season title, swept second-place Watertown in the Eastern Division playoffs and went on to defeat the Hornell Dodgers in the NYCBL Championship Series. Pacella went 4-2 with a 2.42 earned run average in eight appearances. He pitched 44.2 innings, struck out 33 and hurled a team-high four complete games.
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Kline (Little Falls '92) Signs Minor League Pact With Phillies
Steve Kline (Little Falls '92) has signed a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. Kline, who was released by the Giants in Spring Training, has been assigned to the Phillies Triple-A team, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs.
Kline, 35, has pitched the last 11 seasons in the Major Leagues and spent time with five different big league clubs. His stops have included Cleveland, Montreal, St. Louis, Baltimore and most recently San Francisco. In two seasons with the Giants, Kline made 139 appearances and went 5-5 with three saves in 97.1 innings pitched.
The middle reliever's best season was in 2001 with the St. Louis Cardinals. He made a career-high 89 appearances and was 3-3 with nine saves and a 1.80 earned run average. Kline struck out 54 and threw 75 innings from the Redbirds bullpen.
Kline has not pitched in the minors since a three-game rehab stint in 2002 while playing for the Cardinals. He made three appearances between Single-A Peoria and Double-A New Haven.
The Sunbury, Pa., native pitched in the Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League for the Little Falls Diamonds in 1992. The Diamonds won the league championship. The following spring, Kline was the Atlantic-10 Pitcher of the Year and first-team all-conference at West Virginia University.
Kline, 35, has pitched the last 11 seasons in the Major Leagues and spent time with five different big league clubs. His stops have included Cleveland, Montreal, St. Louis, Baltimore and most recently San Francisco. In two seasons with the Giants, Kline made 139 appearances and went 5-5 with three saves in 97.1 innings pitched.
The middle reliever's best season was in 2001 with the St. Louis Cardinals. He made a career-high 89 appearances and was 3-3 with nine saves and a 1.80 earned run average. Kline struck out 54 and threw 75 innings from the Redbirds bullpen.
Kline has not pitched in the minors since a three-game rehab stint in 2002 while playing for the Cardinals. He made three appearances between Single-A Peoria and Double-A New Haven.
The Sunbury, Pa., native pitched in the Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League for the Little Falls Diamonds in 1992. The Diamonds won the league championship. The following spring, Kline was the Atlantic-10 Pitcher of the Year and first-team all-conference at West Virginia University.
Former NYCBL Players In Major League Baseball, Retired
Glen Barker (Schenectady '91), Houston
Clay Bellinger (Cortland), New York (AL), Anaheim
Scott Cassidy (Geneva '97), Toronto, San Diego, Boston
Tim Christman (Schenectady '94), Colorado
Archi Cianfrocco (Rome '86), Montreal, San Diego
Kirt Manwaring (Cortland '82), San Francisco, Houston, Colorado
Lou Merloni (NYCBL '90), Boston, Cleveland, Oakland
Tim Naehring (Cohocton '86), Boston
Clay Bellinger (Cortland), New York (AL), Anaheim
Scott Cassidy (Geneva '97), Toronto, San Diego, Boston
Tim Christman (Schenectady '94), Colorado
Archi Cianfrocco (Rome '86), Montreal, San Diego
Kirt Manwaring (Cortland '82), San Francisco, Houston, Colorado
Lou Merloni (NYCBL '90), Boston, Cleveland, Oakland
Tim Naehring (Cohocton '86), Boston
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Williams (Glens Falls '04-'05) Clubs Grand Slam In RiverDogs Win
David Williams (Glens Falls '04-'05) went 2-for-3 and belted a first-inning grand slam as the Charleston River Dogs defeated the Savannah Sand Gnats, 7-4, on Thursday night at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Ballpark in Charleston, S.C.
Williams' bases-loaded bomb over the left field scoreboard in the first inning was his first professional home run and the RiverDogs first grand slam of the season. After a fly out in his next at-bat, Williams walked and scored in the fifth inning to increase Charleston's lead to 6-2. He finished off his solid night at the plate with a double in the seventh inning.
Through his first six games in Charleston, Williams is batting .429 with one home run and nine runs batted in. He has six hits in 14 at-bats, three doubles, four runs scored and an .853 slugging percentage. The former Rutgers star leads the RiverDogs in runs batted in and he is tied for second on the team in home runs and third in batting average.
The Charleston RiverDogs are a Class-A affiliate of the New York Yankees and play in the South Atlantic League.
Last summer, Williams was a member of the New York-Penn League's Staten Island Yankees. He batted .256 for the Baby Bombers with 19 runs batted in and 12 doubles in 64 games. Williams was taken by the New York Yankees in the 15th round (484th overall) of the 2007 amateur entry draft. He was previously drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Florida Marlins.
Williams' former Glens Falls teammate, Darren Clark (Glens Falls '05), played in the game for the Savannah Sand Gnats. He signed with the New York Mets last season as a non-drafted free agent out of Southern University. Clark started in left field for the Sand Gnats and went 0-for-4. Matt Bouchard (Plattsburgh '05) started at shortstop for Savannah and batted lead-off. Bouchard was 1-for-4 with a double and two runs scored. He is currently batting .250. Both Bouchard and Clarke are in their first full seasons of professional baseball in the New York Mets organization.
Williams' bases-loaded bomb over the left field scoreboard in the first inning was his first professional home run and the RiverDogs first grand slam of the season. After a fly out in his next at-bat, Williams walked and scored in the fifth inning to increase Charleston's lead to 6-2. He finished off his solid night at the plate with a double in the seventh inning.
Through his first six games in Charleston, Williams is batting .429 with one home run and nine runs batted in. He has six hits in 14 at-bats, three doubles, four runs scored and an .853 slugging percentage. The former Rutgers star leads the RiverDogs in runs batted in and he is tied for second on the team in home runs and third in batting average.
The Charleston RiverDogs are a Class-A affiliate of the New York Yankees and play in the South Atlantic League.
Last summer, Williams was a member of the New York-Penn League's Staten Island Yankees. He batted .256 for the Baby Bombers with 19 runs batted in and 12 doubles in 64 games. Williams was taken by the New York Yankees in the 15th round (484th overall) of the 2007 amateur entry draft. He was previously drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Florida Marlins.
Williams' former Glens Falls teammate, Darren Clark (Glens Falls '05), played in the game for the Savannah Sand Gnats. He signed with the New York Mets last season as a non-drafted free agent out of Southern University. Clark started in left field for the Sand Gnats and went 0-for-4. Matt Bouchard (Plattsburgh '05) started at shortstop for Savannah and batted lead-off. Bouchard was 1-for-4 with a double and two runs scored. He is currently batting .250. Both Bouchard and Clarke are in their first full seasons of professional baseball in the New York Mets organization.
NYCBL 2008: Three Hoosiers To Play For Glens Falls
The Glens Falls Golden Eagles of the New York Collegiate Baseball League have signed Indiana University's Eric Arnett, Michael Earley and Ethan Wilson for the 2008 season.
Eric Arnett is a 6-foot-5, sophomore right-handed pitcher from Pataskala, Ohio. Last season, Arnett was 2-2 with two saves and a 6.11 earned run average in 16 appearances. Arnett pitched 35.1 innings and struck out 26 batters. He earned victories over Florida A&M and College World Series-participant Louisville. Prior to Bloomington, Arnett was a three-sport star at Watkins Memorial High School, earning letters in football, baseball and basketball. As a senior, he was named the Licking County Male Athlete of the Year and the Ohio Capital Conference Player of the Year in baseball. He graduated holding the school record for most career home runs hit in baseball and most career receptions in football.
This spring, Arnett is 2-1 with a 5.47 earned run average in eight appearances. He's made four starts and pitched 26.1 innings with 14 strikeouts. He has victories this season over New Mexico State and IPFW.
Michael Earley is a sophomore infielder from Anderson, Ind. He transfered to Indiana from the University of Cincinnati. With the Bearcats, Earley batted .320 with five home runs and 15 runs batted in. He played 33 games and scored 21 runs. The Indiana sophomore was a three-sport star at Anderson High School, excelling in football, baseball and basketball. As a senior, Earley was the county Player of the Year in baseball and a finalist for the Indiana Mr. Baseball award. He was four-time all-conference selection in baseball, three-time all-conference choice in football and he earned one all-conference basketball nod. Earley graduated as the school's all-time leader in career receptions in football.
This season, Earley is batting .338 with one home run and nine runs batted in. The Hoosiers sophomore has played in 23 games, tallied 23 hits, 13 runs scored, three doubles, six walks and three stolen bases. Earley has primarily been used as the Hoosiers designated hitter.
Ethan Wilson is a freshman infielder from Pendleton, Ind. Wilson was a four-year letterwinner at Pendleton Heights High School. As a junior, Wilson was the all-area Player of the Year and named to the Hoosier Heritage Conference all-star team. In addition, Wilson was tabbed honorable mention all-state.
In his first season with the Hoosiers, Wilson is batting .241 with one home run and 12 runs batted in. As a true freshman, he has played 20 games and started 14. Wilson has 13 hits, eight runs scored, four doubles and six walks.
Eric Arnett is a 6-foot-5, sophomore right-handed pitcher from Pataskala, Ohio. Last season, Arnett was 2-2 with two saves and a 6.11 earned run average in 16 appearances. Arnett pitched 35.1 innings and struck out 26 batters. He earned victories over Florida A&M and College World Series-participant Louisville. Prior to Bloomington, Arnett was a three-sport star at Watkins Memorial High School, earning letters in football, baseball and basketball. As a senior, he was named the Licking County Male Athlete of the Year and the Ohio Capital Conference Player of the Year in baseball. He graduated holding the school record for most career home runs hit in baseball and most career receptions in football.
This spring, Arnett is 2-1 with a 5.47 earned run average in eight appearances. He's made four starts and pitched 26.1 innings with 14 strikeouts. He has victories this season over New Mexico State and IPFW.
Michael Earley is a sophomore infielder from Anderson, Ind. He transfered to Indiana from the University of Cincinnati. With the Bearcats, Earley batted .320 with five home runs and 15 runs batted in. He played 33 games and scored 21 runs. The Indiana sophomore was a three-sport star at Anderson High School, excelling in football, baseball and basketball. As a senior, Earley was the county Player of the Year in baseball and a finalist for the Indiana Mr. Baseball award. He was four-time all-conference selection in baseball, three-time all-conference choice in football and he earned one all-conference basketball nod. Earley graduated as the school's all-time leader in career receptions in football.
This season, Earley is batting .338 with one home run and nine runs batted in. The Hoosiers sophomore has played in 23 games, tallied 23 hits, 13 runs scored, three doubles, six walks and three stolen bases. Earley has primarily been used as the Hoosiers designated hitter.
Ethan Wilson is a freshman infielder from Pendleton, Ind. Wilson was a four-year letterwinner at Pendleton Heights High School. As a junior, Wilson was the all-area Player of the Year and named to the Hoosier Heritage Conference all-star team. In addition, Wilson was tabbed honorable mention all-state.
In his first season with the Hoosiers, Wilson is batting .241 with one home run and 12 runs batted in. As a true freshman, he has played 20 games and started 14. Wilson has 13 hits, eight runs scored, four doubles and six walks.
Tone (Brockport '07) Named Division III National Pitcher of the Week
Cortland State sophomore Matt Tone (Brockport '07) has been selected as the NCAA Division III National Pitcher of the Week by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) for the week ending April 6, 2008.
In addition, Tone has been chosen as the State University of New York Athletic Conference Pitcher of the Week and the NCAA Division III Upstate New York Pitcher of the Week.
Last Saturday, Tone pitched a complete game no-hitter as Cortland State defeated Oswego State, 11-0, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader at Oswego's Laker Field. It was the 16th no-hitter in Cortland State history and the first nine-inning no-hitter since 1964. Tone walked five, hit one and struck out a career-high 13 batters. He faced three batters over the minimum for the contest. Tone forced Oswego into four fly ball outs and seven ground ball outs.
Tone pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Brockport Riverbats. He was 3-1 with a 1.71 earned run average and 42 strikeouts in six appearances.
In addition, Tone has been chosen as the State University of New York Athletic Conference Pitcher of the Week and the NCAA Division III Upstate New York Pitcher of the Week.
Last Saturday, Tone pitched a complete game no-hitter as Cortland State defeated Oswego State, 11-0, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader at Oswego's Laker Field. It was the 16th no-hitter in Cortland State history and the first nine-inning no-hitter since 1964. Tone walked five, hit one and struck out a career-high 13 batters. He faced three batters over the minimum for the contest. Tone forced Oswego into four fly ball outs and seven ground ball outs.
Tone pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Brockport Riverbats. He was 3-1 with a 1.71 earned run average and 42 strikeouts in six appearances.
Sottung (Gen. Valley '05) Sets Ithaca Career Wins Record
Nick Sottung (Genesee Valley '05) earned his school-record breaking 29th career victory as Ithaca College defeated Oneonta State, 12-5, in a non-conference game on Tuesday at Freeman Field in Ithaca, N.Y.
Sottung allowed one run on two hits and struck out nine over six innings. He struck out the side in order in the first inning and held the Red Dragons hitters off balance for the next five frames. Sottung faced four batters over the minimum and sat down 11 of the final 13 Oneonta State batters he opposed.
This spring, the Ithaca senior is 6-0 with a 2.11 earned run average in seven appearances. Sottung has allowed 10 earned runs in 42.2 innings pitched and he leads the Bombers with 43 strikeouts. For his career, the Pulaski, N.Y., native is 29-8 with a 2.72 earned run average. Through his four-year career, Sottung has pitched 268.1 innings and struck out 222 batters.
Sottung can become Ithaca's all-time leader in strikeouts and innings pitched in his next start. He needs two strikeouts and two-thirds of an inning to break both records. The records are currently held by Kyle Sottung (Watertown '01), Nick's cousin. Kyle Sottung previously held Ithaca's career wins mark with 28 triumphs.
The Ithaca senior pitched for the Genesee Valley Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League in 2005. He was 1-1 with a 3.70 earned run average in five appearances.
Sottung allowed one run on two hits and struck out nine over six innings. He struck out the side in order in the first inning and held the Red Dragons hitters off balance for the next five frames. Sottung faced four batters over the minimum and sat down 11 of the final 13 Oneonta State batters he opposed.
This spring, the Ithaca senior is 6-0 with a 2.11 earned run average in seven appearances. Sottung has allowed 10 earned runs in 42.2 innings pitched and he leads the Bombers with 43 strikeouts. For his career, the Pulaski, N.Y., native is 29-8 with a 2.72 earned run average. Through his four-year career, Sottung has pitched 268.1 innings and struck out 222 batters.
Sottung can become Ithaca's all-time leader in strikeouts and innings pitched in his next start. He needs two strikeouts and two-thirds of an inning to break both records. The records are currently held by Kyle Sottung (Watertown '01), Nick's cousin. Kyle Sottung previously held Ithaca's career wins mark with 28 triumphs.
The Ithaca senior pitched for the Genesee Valley Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League in 2005. He was 1-1 with a 3.70 earned run average in five appearances.
Odle (Amsterdam '06) Scores Five Runs In A Game For 'Bama
Tyler Odle (Amsterdam '06) went 3-for-3 with a home run, two runs batted in and five runs scored as the University of Alabama defeated Mississippi Valley State, 12-4, on Tuesday night in Birmingham, Ala. Odle is the first Crimson Tide player to score five runs in a game since 2001.
Odle was hit by a pitch in the first inning, moved to second on a ground out, stole third and scored on a single by Ryan Rhoden. He led off the third inning with a solo home run to right field, his first home run of the season. Odle returned to the plate in the fourth inning, walked and later scored on a Brandon May RBI single. The Alabama junior singled in the sixth inning and was plated by a Brandon May double. In his final at-bat of the night, Odle doubled home a run in the seventh inning. He scored his fifth run of the game on a single by Josh Rutledge.
This spring, Odle is batting .333 with one home run and 11 runs batted in. He has played in 21 games and started 14 for the Crimson Tide. Odle has scored 13 runs, tallied 17 hits and accumulated a .453 on-base percentage.
The Vestavia Hills, Ala., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2006 Amsterdam Mohawks. Through 36 games in Amsterdam, Odle had 24 hits and 24 runs scored to go along with a co-team-high eight stolen bases.
Odle was hit by a pitch in the first inning, moved to second on a ground out, stole third and scored on a single by Ryan Rhoden. He led off the third inning with a solo home run to right field, his first home run of the season. Odle returned to the plate in the fourth inning, walked and later scored on a Brandon May RBI single. The Alabama junior singled in the sixth inning and was plated by a Brandon May double. In his final at-bat of the night, Odle doubled home a run in the seventh inning. He scored his fifth run of the game on a single by Josh Rutledge.
This spring, Odle is batting .333 with one home run and 11 runs batted in. He has played in 21 games and started 14 for the Crimson Tide. Odle has scored 13 runs, tallied 17 hits and accumulated a .453 on-base percentage.
The Vestavia Hills, Ala., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2006 Amsterdam Mohawks. Through 36 games in Amsterdam, Odle had 24 hits and 24 runs scored to go along with a co-team-high eight stolen bases.
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Vargas (Hornell '05) Signed By Kalamazoo
The Kalamazoo Kings of the independent Frontier League have signed Elvin Vargas (Hornell '05) to a free-agent contract for the 2008 season. Vargas becomes the second former Dodger on the Kings roster. New York Collegiate Baseball League all-star Sam Mann was a teammate of Elvin Vargas with the Dodgers during the summer of 2005.
After a collegiate career that included stops at Connors State and the University of Alabama, Vargas signed a minor league contract with the Florida Marlins in 2007. Vargas spent last summer with the Marlins affiliate in the short-season Gulf Coast League. He played in 24 games and collected seven hits and seven runs batted in. Vargas was released by the Marlins last month during Spring Training.
The New York City, N.Y., native enjoyed great success at Connors State College in 2005 and 2006. He batted .350 for his career with 26 home runs and 111 runs batted in. Vargas was a two-time all-region and all-district selection and he was a 2006 NJCAA honorable mention All-American. He belted 12 home runs and drove in 61 as a freshman and was taken by the Baltimore Orioles in the 23rd round (693rd overall) of the 2005 draft, but he did not sign with the Orioles.
Last spring, Vargas played in 23 games for the Crimson Tide and batted .306. He drove in six runs, collected 15 hits and scored 10 runs. His .306 batting average was the highest among Crimson Tide reserves and fourth overall on the team.
Vargas won a New York Collegiate Baseball League championship with the Hornell Dodgers in 2005. He was one of eight Dodgers named to the NYCBL postseason all-star team. Between the regular season and playoffs, Vargas hit .295 with a league-leading 42 runs batted in and 17 doubles. He totaled 52 hits, 23 runs scored, 11 walks, two home runs and 10 stolen bases on 11 attempts. Vargas was named the league's top prospect by Baseball America at the conclusion of the season.
After a collegiate career that included stops at Connors State and the University of Alabama, Vargas signed a minor league contract with the Florida Marlins in 2007. Vargas spent last summer with the Marlins affiliate in the short-season Gulf Coast League. He played in 24 games and collected seven hits and seven runs batted in. Vargas was released by the Marlins last month during Spring Training.
The New York City, N.Y., native enjoyed great success at Connors State College in 2005 and 2006. He batted .350 for his career with 26 home runs and 111 runs batted in. Vargas was a two-time all-region and all-district selection and he was a 2006 NJCAA honorable mention All-American. He belted 12 home runs and drove in 61 as a freshman and was taken by the Baltimore Orioles in the 23rd round (693rd overall) of the 2005 draft, but he did not sign with the Orioles.
Last spring, Vargas played in 23 games for the Crimson Tide and batted .306. He drove in six runs, collected 15 hits and scored 10 runs. His .306 batting average was the highest among Crimson Tide reserves and fourth overall on the team.
Vargas won a New York Collegiate Baseball League championship with the Hornell Dodgers in 2005. He was one of eight Dodgers named to the NYCBL postseason all-star team. Between the regular season and playoffs, Vargas hit .295 with a league-leading 42 runs batted in and 17 doubles. He totaled 52 hits, 23 runs scored, 11 walks, two home runs and 10 stolen bases on 11 attempts. Vargas was named the league's top prospect by Baseball America at the conclusion of the season.
NYCBL 2008: Riverhawks Set To Flock To NYCBL
Four members of the UMass Lowell Riverhawks have signed to play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2008 season.
Sean Burns and Ted Haley will compete for the Eastern Division's Bennington Bombers. Mark Wiggins and Luke Wallace will don the pinstripes of the Western Division's Webster Yankees.
Burns is a freshman infielder from Colchester, Vt. Prior to Lowell, Burns was a four-year varsity starter at Colchester High School. He is one of only 10 players in Colchester history to start as a freshman. He still holds several freshman records at the school. As a junior, Burns hit .474 and closed the season on a 15-game hitting streak. He was a two-year team captain for the Colchester Cannons American Legion squad. Burns was named team MVP in 2006 and he won the team's Silver Slugger award in 2007.
In his first season as a Riverhawk, Burns is batting .290 with one home run and 17 runs batted in. He is second on the team in hits (27), runs scored (20) and on-base percentage (.412). As a true freshman, Burns has most recently been used as the team's lead-off man. He had a career day against Southern New Hampshire on Sunday with three runs batted in, three walks and three runs scored.
Haley is a sophomore pitcher from Cranston, R.I. Last season, Haley went 2-0 with a 2.84 earned run average in eight relief appearances. He pitched 12.2 innings, struck out nine and held opposing hitters to a .143 batting average. Before Lowell, Haley was a high school star at Cranston West. As a senior, he pitched Cranston West to a Division I Rhode Island state championship in 2006. In the title tilt against North Kingstown, Haley hurled a complete game five-hitter just two weeks after separating his shoulder in the state quarterfinals. He was also a second-team all-state selection by the Providence Journal.
This spring, Haley is 2-2 with a 5.29 earned run average in five appearances. Haley has 19 strikeouts in 17 innings pitched and he has thrown one complete game. Opponents are batting .188 against the Riverhawks sophomore.
Wallace is a sophomore outfielder from Yorktown Heights, N.Y. He appeared in 25 games as a freshman and batted .229 with five runs batted in, eight hits and seven runs scored. Wallace played baseball and basketball at Yorktown High School. As a senior, Wallace hit .406 with three home runs and 20 RBI. He slugged .652 for the Cornhuskers and scored 27 runs in 24 games.
As a sophomore starter, Wallace is batting .261 with one home run and 15 runs batted in. He has started all 25 games for Lowell and is nearly averaging one hit per game with 24 hits so far. Wallace has scored 16 runs and he is second on the team with nine stolen bases on 11 attempts.
Wiggins is a freshman infielder from Rochester, N.H. Before joining the Riverhawks, Wiggins was a high school star at Spaulding High School. As a senior, he was named first-team all-state by the New Hampshire High School Baseball Coaches Association. Wiggins was tabbed third-team all-state as a sophomore in 2005. He played American Legion baseball last summer for Rochester Post 7.
The former Spaulding star has appeared in 11 games for Lowell and started eight in his first collegiate season. Wiggins has collected three hits, three runs scored, one stolen base and one RBI so far this spring.
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Former UMass Lowell pitcher Joe Malzone (Watertown '05) was a New York Collegiate Baseball League first-team all-star in 2005.
Sean Burns and Ted Haley will compete for the Eastern Division's Bennington Bombers. Mark Wiggins and Luke Wallace will don the pinstripes of the Western Division's Webster Yankees.
Burns is a freshman infielder from Colchester, Vt. Prior to Lowell, Burns was a four-year varsity starter at Colchester High School. He is one of only 10 players in Colchester history to start as a freshman. He still holds several freshman records at the school. As a junior, Burns hit .474 and closed the season on a 15-game hitting streak. He was a two-year team captain for the Colchester Cannons American Legion squad. Burns was named team MVP in 2006 and he won the team's Silver Slugger award in 2007.
In his first season as a Riverhawk, Burns is batting .290 with one home run and 17 runs batted in. He is second on the team in hits (27), runs scored (20) and on-base percentage (.412). As a true freshman, Burns has most recently been used as the team's lead-off man. He had a career day against Southern New Hampshire on Sunday with three runs batted in, three walks and three runs scored.
Haley is a sophomore pitcher from Cranston, R.I. Last season, Haley went 2-0 with a 2.84 earned run average in eight relief appearances. He pitched 12.2 innings, struck out nine and held opposing hitters to a .143 batting average. Before Lowell, Haley was a high school star at Cranston West. As a senior, he pitched Cranston West to a Division I Rhode Island state championship in 2006. In the title tilt against North Kingstown, Haley hurled a complete game five-hitter just two weeks after separating his shoulder in the state quarterfinals. He was also a second-team all-state selection by the Providence Journal.
This spring, Haley is 2-2 with a 5.29 earned run average in five appearances. Haley has 19 strikeouts in 17 innings pitched and he has thrown one complete game. Opponents are batting .188 against the Riverhawks sophomore.
Wallace is a sophomore outfielder from Yorktown Heights, N.Y. He appeared in 25 games as a freshman and batted .229 with five runs batted in, eight hits and seven runs scored. Wallace played baseball and basketball at Yorktown High School. As a senior, Wallace hit .406 with three home runs and 20 RBI. He slugged .652 for the Cornhuskers and scored 27 runs in 24 games.
As a sophomore starter, Wallace is batting .261 with one home run and 15 runs batted in. He has started all 25 games for Lowell and is nearly averaging one hit per game with 24 hits so far. Wallace has scored 16 runs and he is second on the team with nine stolen bases on 11 attempts.
Wiggins is a freshman infielder from Rochester, N.H. Before joining the Riverhawks, Wiggins was a high school star at Spaulding High School. As a senior, he was named first-team all-state by the New Hampshire High School Baseball Coaches Association. Wiggins was tabbed third-team all-state as a sophomore in 2005. He played American Legion baseball last summer for Rochester Post 7.
The former Spaulding star has appeared in 11 games for Lowell and started eight in his first collegiate season. Wiggins has collected three hits, three runs scored, one stolen base and one RBI so far this spring.
For more information on the UMass Lowell Riverhawks, click here.
Former UMass Lowell pitcher Joe Malzone (Watertown '05) was a New York Collegiate Baseball League first-team all-star in 2005.
NYCBL 2008: Two Manhattan Jaspers Bound For Upstate Line
The Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League have signed Manhattan College's Dan Forman and Mark Onorati for the 2008 season. They are part of a Manhattan freshman class that was ranked by Baseball America as the second-best 2008 recruiting class in the northeast.
Forman is a freshman left-handed pitcher from Jamaica, N.Y. Baseball America also called Forman the "centerpiece of the Jaspers recruiting class." As a senior at St. Francis Prep, he was named the Daily News CHSAA Player of the Year and first-team all-state. Forman pitched St. Francis Prep to its first CHSAA "A" city championship since 1996. The southpaw tossed a no-hitter in the city title game against Regis.
This spring, Forman has worked his way into Manhattan's weekend rotation. He is 3-3 with one save and a 4.86 earned run average in eight appearances. Forman has struck out a team-high 35 in 38.2 innings pitched and thrown one complete game. The Manhattan frosh went the distance against LeMoyne in a seven-inning game on March 30. He allowed two runs on six hits and struck out five in a 4-2 victory for the Jaspers. Monday, Forman pitched a two-hit shutout over seven innings and struck out seven as Manhattan defeated Siena, 7-0, at Van Cortlandt Park.
Onorati is a freshman outfielder from Williston Park, N.Y. He was a four-time all-county and two-time all state selection at Herrick High School. Onorati led the Herrick High School baseball team in batting average, home runs and RBI for four-straight seasons. He was invited to participate in the H.I.P. Grand Slam Challenge (Nassau vs. Suffolk) and the Exceptional Senior Games. Away from the high school diamond, Onorati was a member of two national championship teams with the Bayside Yankees.
Through 26 games, Onorati is batting .305 with one home run and 17 runs batted in. He has 29 hits, 27 runs scored, eight doubles, seven walks, four stolen bases and a .421 on-base percentage. The Jaspers outfielder has started 25 of the team's 26 games. He is tied for fourth on the team in RBI and sixth in batting average.
Forman is a freshman left-handed pitcher from Jamaica, N.Y. Baseball America also called Forman the "centerpiece of the Jaspers recruiting class." As a senior at St. Francis Prep, he was named the Daily News CHSAA Player of the Year and first-team all-state. Forman pitched St. Francis Prep to its first CHSAA "A" city championship since 1996. The southpaw tossed a no-hitter in the city title game against Regis.
This spring, Forman has worked his way into Manhattan's weekend rotation. He is 3-3 with one save and a 4.86 earned run average in eight appearances. Forman has struck out a team-high 35 in 38.2 innings pitched and thrown one complete game. The Manhattan frosh went the distance against LeMoyne in a seven-inning game on March 30. He allowed two runs on six hits and struck out five in a 4-2 victory for the Jaspers. Monday, Forman pitched a two-hit shutout over seven innings and struck out seven as Manhattan defeated Siena, 7-0, at Van Cortlandt Park.
Onorati is a freshman outfielder from Williston Park, N.Y. He was a four-time all-county and two-time all state selection at Herrick High School. Onorati led the Herrick High School baseball team in batting average, home runs and RBI for four-straight seasons. He was invited to participate in the H.I.P. Grand Slam Challenge (Nassau vs. Suffolk) and the Exceptional Senior Games. Away from the high school diamond, Onorati was a member of two national championship teams with the Bayside Yankees.
Through 26 games, Onorati is batting .305 with one home run and 17 runs batted in. He has 29 hits, 27 runs scored, eight doubles, seven walks, four stolen bases and a .421 on-base percentage. The Jaspers outfielder has started 25 of the team's 26 games. He is tied for fourth on the team in RBI and sixth in batting average.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Dill (Hornell '07) Wins Third Weekly Gulf South Award
University of West Alabama senior Brandon Dill (Hornell '07) has been selected as the Pitcher of the Week in the Gulf South Conference East Division for the week ending April 7, 2008. It's the third time this season that Dill has won the award.
Dill tied a career high with nine strikeouts as West Alabama rolled past West Florida, 9-3, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader on Sunday. Dill pitched eight innings and allowed two runs on six hits. He held the Argos to single runs in the fourth and eighth innings. In his nine-strikeout performance, Dill fanned at least one batter in five of the eight frames and he struck out the side in the sixth.
This spring, Dill is 6-0 with a 2.62 earned run average in nine appearances. He has struck out 47 batters in 58.1 innings pitched and thrown one complete game. The Columbia, Miss., native is second on the team in innings pitched and strikeouts and tied for second in victories and starts.
The West Alabama senior pitched for the Hornell Dodgers of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He was named first-team All-NYCBL after a stellar season for the Dodgers. Dill went 4-2 with a 0.83 earned run average and a team-high seven saves for the Blue and White. He struck out 43 and walked 10 in 32.2 innings pitched.
Dill tied a career high with nine strikeouts as West Alabama rolled past West Florida, 9-3, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader on Sunday. Dill pitched eight innings and allowed two runs on six hits. He held the Argos to single runs in the fourth and eighth innings. In his nine-strikeout performance, Dill fanned at least one batter in five of the eight frames and he struck out the side in the sixth.
This spring, Dill is 6-0 with a 2.62 earned run average in nine appearances. He has struck out 47 batters in 58.1 innings pitched and thrown one complete game. The Columbia, Miss., native is second on the team in innings pitched and strikeouts and tied for second in victories and starts.
The West Alabama senior pitched for the Hornell Dodgers of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He was named first-team All-NYCBL after a stellar season for the Dodgers. Dill went 4-2 with a 0.83 earned run average and a team-high seven saves for the Blue and White. He struck out 43 and walked 10 in 32.2 innings pitched.
Pair of NYCBL Pitchers To Compete In Golden Baseball League
Former New York Collegiate Baseball League pitchers Jake Upwood (Watertown '01) and Ezequiel Ruvalcaba (Saratoga '06) have signed to play in the independent Golden Baseball League for the 2008 season. Upwood will pitch for the Edmonton Cracker Cats. The Cracker Cats are one of two Canadian teams in the California-based GBL. Ruvalcaba will wear the orange and blue of the Orange County Flyers.
Upwood is entering his sixth season in professional baseball. Last summer, Upwood pitched for the South Georgia Peanuts of the now-defunct South Coast League. The Peanuts, under manager Wally Backman, won the league championship. Upwood was 5-0 with a 2.53 earned run average in 35 appearances. He pitched 42.2 innings and struck out 35 batters. Upwood finished second on the Peanuts in appearances and earned run average.
The Colorado Springs, Colo., native started his professional career in the Northern League with the Lincoln Salt Dogs and the Gary South Shore Railcats. He signed with the San Diego Padres in 2004 and spent the next year and a half in the team's farm system. Upwood advanced as high as Class-A Fort Wayne in the Midwest League. After being released by the Padres in 2005, Upwood spent the rest of the season and all of 2006 in the independent Can-Am League. The lefty pitched for the New Jersey Jackals and the Sussex Skyhawks.
Prior to turning pro, Upwood was an all-conference pitcher at Ithaca College. He pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2001 season for the Watertown Wizards.
Ruvalcaba made his professional debut with the Orange County Flyers last season after a four-year pitching career at Loyola Marymount University. Ruvalcabda made 18 appearances for the Flyers and went 0-2 with a 3.86 earned run average. He finished six games, pitched 23 innings and struck out 23.
As a senior at LMU in 2007, Ruvalcaba led the Lions bullpen with a 4.44 earned run average. The Sylmar, Calif., native led the West Coast Conference with a 0.00 earned run average in league play. He finished fourth on the team with 24.1 innings pitched and started against Long Beach State in his final collegiate game.
Ruvalcaba won a New York Collegiate Baseball championship in 2006 with the Saratoga Phillies. In 17 appearances between the regular season and playoffs, Ruvalcaba did not allow an earned run. He went 2-0 with five saves in 18.2 innings pitched. The Phillies closer yielded eight hits, walked eight and struck out 22. Opponents hit just .140 against him. In the second game of the NYCBL Championship Series, Ruvalcaba struck out the side in order to win the league championship for Saratoga.
Upwood is entering his sixth season in professional baseball. Last summer, Upwood pitched for the South Georgia Peanuts of the now-defunct South Coast League. The Peanuts, under manager Wally Backman, won the league championship. Upwood was 5-0 with a 2.53 earned run average in 35 appearances. He pitched 42.2 innings and struck out 35 batters. Upwood finished second on the Peanuts in appearances and earned run average.
The Colorado Springs, Colo., native started his professional career in the Northern League with the Lincoln Salt Dogs and the Gary South Shore Railcats. He signed with the San Diego Padres in 2004 and spent the next year and a half in the team's farm system. Upwood advanced as high as Class-A Fort Wayne in the Midwest League. After being released by the Padres in 2005, Upwood spent the rest of the season and all of 2006 in the independent Can-Am League. The lefty pitched for the New Jersey Jackals and the Sussex Skyhawks.
Prior to turning pro, Upwood was an all-conference pitcher at Ithaca College. He pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2001 season for the Watertown Wizards.
Ruvalcaba made his professional debut with the Orange County Flyers last season after a four-year pitching career at Loyola Marymount University. Ruvalcabda made 18 appearances for the Flyers and went 0-2 with a 3.86 earned run average. He finished six games, pitched 23 innings and struck out 23.
As a senior at LMU in 2007, Ruvalcaba led the Lions bullpen with a 4.44 earned run average. The Sylmar, Calif., native led the West Coast Conference with a 0.00 earned run average in league play. He finished fourth on the team with 24.1 innings pitched and started against Long Beach State in his final collegiate game.
Ruvalcaba won a New York Collegiate Baseball championship in 2006 with the Saratoga Phillies. In 17 appearances between the regular season and playoffs, Ruvalcaba did not allow an earned run. He went 2-0 with five saves in 18.2 innings pitched. The Phillies closer yielded eight hits, walked eight and struck out 22. Opponents hit just .140 against him. In the second game of the NYCBL Championship Series, Ruvalcaba struck out the side in order to win the league championship for Saratoga.
NYCBL 2008: The Fighting Irish Are Coming To Geneva
The Geneva Red Wings of the New York Collegiate Baseball League have signed University of Notre Dame's Eddie Mendiola and Will Harford for the 2008 season.
Mendiola is a junior infielder from Miami, Fla. Prior to attending Notre Dame, he was a standout at Miami's Palmer Trinity High School and Belen Jesuit. Mendiola was rated the third-best third base prospect among the class of 2005 by Team One Baseball and he was ranked among the top 25 prospects in the state of Florida by Perfect Game/Baseball America. He was a two-time all-city and all-conference selection and he was named third-team all-county as a junior. Mendiola led Palmer Trinity to a district championship in 2004, the school's first in 18 years.
The Notre Dame junior played in 43 games for the Irish through his first two seasons. He batted .309 with 17 hits and 10 runs batted in. Last season, Mendiola batted a team-high .429 (6-for-14) as a pinch hitter. He collected career highs in hits (9), runs scored (4), at-bats (28), runs batted in (6) and batting average (.321). So far in 2008, Mendiola has appeared in two games for the Fighting Irish.
Harford is a sophomore utility player from Chicago, Ill. Prior to the University of Notre Dame, Harford attended the Kent (Conn.) School and Notre Dame High School in Niles, Ill. He was a baseball and basketball star at Notre Dame High School. He led the team to a league title, a regional title and a 2005 state championship. Harford was the team MVP at Kent as a shortstop and catcher. He was named first-team all-conference in 2006. His father, Bill, is a scout for the Chicago Cubs.
Last season, Harford appeared in one game as a true freshman. In 2008, the Chicago, Ill., native has played in one game for the Fighting Irish.
Notre Dame junior Ryan Connelly (Amsterdam '06) is the last member of the Fighting Irish to play in the New York College Baseball League. Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge (Ithaca '96) pitched at Notre Dame. He was the 1998 BIG EAST Pitcher of the Year.
Mendiola is a junior infielder from Miami, Fla. Prior to attending Notre Dame, he was a standout at Miami's Palmer Trinity High School and Belen Jesuit. Mendiola was rated the third-best third base prospect among the class of 2005 by Team One Baseball and he was ranked among the top 25 prospects in the state of Florida by Perfect Game/Baseball America. He was a two-time all-city and all-conference selection and he was named third-team all-county as a junior. Mendiola led Palmer Trinity to a district championship in 2004, the school's first in 18 years.
The Notre Dame junior played in 43 games for the Irish through his first two seasons. He batted .309 with 17 hits and 10 runs batted in. Last season, Mendiola batted a team-high .429 (6-for-14) as a pinch hitter. He collected career highs in hits (9), runs scored (4), at-bats (28), runs batted in (6) and batting average (.321). So far in 2008, Mendiola has appeared in two games for the Fighting Irish.
Harford is a sophomore utility player from Chicago, Ill. Prior to the University of Notre Dame, Harford attended the Kent (Conn.) School and Notre Dame High School in Niles, Ill. He was a baseball and basketball star at Notre Dame High School. He led the team to a league title, a regional title and a 2005 state championship. Harford was the team MVP at Kent as a shortstop and catcher. He was named first-team all-conference in 2006. His father, Bill, is a scout for the Chicago Cubs.
Last season, Harford appeared in one game as a true freshman. In 2008, the Chicago, Ill., native has played in one game for the Fighting Irish.
Notre Dame junior Ryan Connelly (Amsterdam '06) is the last member of the Fighting Irish to play in the New York College Baseball League. Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge (Ithaca '96) pitched at Notre Dame. He was the 1998 BIG EAST Pitcher of the Year.
NYCBL 2008: Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death!
Three players from Patrick Henry (Va.) Community College have signed to play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2008 season.
Sophomore Jeremy Sprague and freshman Andrew York will suit up for the Bolivar Athletics. The team is sponsored by the Athletes In Action Christian ministry. Freshman Jarrad Hayes will play for the Niagara Power. The Power is sponsored by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Sprague is a 6-foot-1 left-handed pitcher from Hamden, Conn. He transferred to Patrick Henry for the 2008 college season from Division-I Liberty University.
This spring, Sprague is 3-1 with a 6.08 earned run average in seven appearances and six starts. He has pitched 26.2 innings and struck out 32. Sprague's lone relief appearance came against Southern Virginia on April 2 in the second game of a doubleheader. He allowed one run on three hits and struck out three to earn his third victory of the season.
Sprague, when not pitching, has played first base for the Patriots. He is currently batting .324 with one home run and 25 runs batted in. Sprague has 23 hits, 19 runs scored, eight doubles and four stolen bases. Defensively, he has a .992 fielding percentage in 122 chances.
York is a 6-foot-2 right-handed pitcher from from Mars Hill, Maine. He transferred to Patrick Henry from Liberty University. York plays baseball and basketball for the Patriots. Over the winter, York and the Patriots men's basketball team won the Virginia state championship of the Virginia Community College system.
York was a basketball and baseball star at Central Aroostook High School in Mars Hill, Maine. On the hardwood, he led Central Aroostook to back-to-back Class D boys basketball state championships and he was a third-team all-state selection by the Bangor Daily News as a senior.
This spring, York has worked as the closer for the Patriots bullpen. He is 0-1 with three saves and a 3.79 earned run average in a team-high 16 appearances. York has struck out 21 batters in 19 innings pitched and he is holding opponents to a .247 batting average.
Hayes is a 6-foot-3 right-handed pitcher from Wake Forest, N.C. Last year, he starred at Wakefield High School in Raleigh, N.C.
In his first season of collegiate baseball, Hayes is 3-1 with a 4.94 earned run average in seven appearances. Hayes has pitched 31 innings, struck out 24 and walked 16. He is tied for second on the team in appearances, fourth on the team in wins, third in strikeouts and innings pitched. Hayes pitched five shutout innings and struck out four in his last start as Patrick Henry defeated Southside Va. Community College, 9-3, on March 29 in Martinsville, Va.
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Sophomore Jeremy Sprague and freshman Andrew York will suit up for the Bolivar Athletics. The team is sponsored by the Athletes In Action Christian ministry. Freshman Jarrad Hayes will play for the Niagara Power. The Power is sponsored by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Sprague is a 6-foot-1 left-handed pitcher from Hamden, Conn. He transferred to Patrick Henry for the 2008 college season from Division-I Liberty University.
This spring, Sprague is 3-1 with a 6.08 earned run average in seven appearances and six starts. He has pitched 26.2 innings and struck out 32. Sprague's lone relief appearance came against Southern Virginia on April 2 in the second game of a doubleheader. He allowed one run on three hits and struck out three to earn his third victory of the season.
Sprague, when not pitching, has played first base for the Patriots. He is currently batting .324 with one home run and 25 runs batted in. Sprague has 23 hits, 19 runs scored, eight doubles and four stolen bases. Defensively, he has a .992 fielding percentage in 122 chances.
York is a 6-foot-2 right-handed pitcher from from Mars Hill, Maine. He transferred to Patrick Henry from Liberty University. York plays baseball and basketball for the Patriots. Over the winter, York and the Patriots men's basketball team won the Virginia state championship of the Virginia Community College system.
York was a basketball and baseball star at Central Aroostook High School in Mars Hill, Maine. On the hardwood, he led Central Aroostook to back-to-back Class D boys basketball state championships and he was a third-team all-state selection by the Bangor Daily News as a senior.
This spring, York has worked as the closer for the Patriots bullpen. He is 0-1 with three saves and a 3.79 earned run average in a team-high 16 appearances. York has struck out 21 batters in 19 innings pitched and he is holding opponents to a .247 batting average.
Hayes is a 6-foot-3 right-handed pitcher from Wake Forest, N.C. Last year, he starred at Wakefield High School in Raleigh, N.C.
In his first season of collegiate baseball, Hayes is 3-1 with a 4.94 earned run average in seven appearances. Hayes has pitched 31 innings, struck out 24 and walked 16. He is tied for second on the team in appearances, fourth on the team in wins, third in strikeouts and innings pitched. Hayes pitched five shutout innings and struck out four in his last start as Patrick Henry defeated Southside Va. Community College, 9-3, on March 29 in Martinsville, Va.
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Scarlata (AC '08) Chosen Ivy League co-Pitcher of the Week
Columbia University junior Joe Scarlata (Allegany County '08) has been named the Ivy League co-Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 7, 2008.
Scarlata pitched a complete game two-hit shutout as Columbia defeated Harvard, 2-0, in the opening game of a doubleheader on Sunday in Cambridge, Mass. Columbia finished the afternoon with a doubleheader sweep, its first over Harvard since 1993. Scarlata scattered two hits, walked none, struck out eight and faced one batter over the minimum. He allowed a lead-off single in the first inning and then retired the next 16-straight batters before a sixth-inning single.
This spring, Scarlata is 2-4 with a 7.64 earned run average in six starts for the Columbia University Lions. He has pitched two complete games, 35.0 innings and struck out 25. Scarlatta is second on the team in innings pitched, victories and strikeouts and tied for first on the team in starts. And, he is second on the team with a 5:1 strikeout-to-walk ratio.
The Walpole, Mass., native is slated to pitch in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Allegany County Nitros.
Scarlata pitched a complete game two-hit shutout as Columbia defeated Harvard, 2-0, in the opening game of a doubleheader on Sunday in Cambridge, Mass. Columbia finished the afternoon with a doubleheader sweep, its first over Harvard since 1993. Scarlata scattered two hits, walked none, struck out eight and faced one batter over the minimum. He allowed a lead-off single in the first inning and then retired the next 16-straight batters before a sixth-inning single.
This spring, Scarlata is 2-4 with a 7.64 earned run average in six starts for the Columbia University Lions. He has pitched two complete games, 35.0 innings and struck out 25. Scarlatta is second on the team in innings pitched, victories and strikeouts and tied for first on the team in starts. And, he is second on the team with a 5:1 strikeout-to-walk ratio.
The Walpole, Mass., native is slated to pitch in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Allegany County Nitros.
NYCBL Alumni Spotlight: Nate Buttenfield (Geneva '97-'98)
Welcome back to the New York Collegiate Baseball League Alumni Spotlight. Every other week until the beginning of the 2008 NYCBL season on June 6th, former NYCBL (or NCBL) players or coaches will be featured. Last June, 27 current or former New York Collegiate Baseball League players were selected in the Major League Baseball entry draft. Countless other former players and coaches have gone on to success at the collegiate and professional levels.
Today, the spotlight shines on former Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League pitcher Nate Buttenfield. Buttenfield pitched in the NCBL in 1997 and 1998 for the Geneva Knights. Among his teammates were former Major League pitcher Scott Cassidy, current Long Island Ducks star Ray Navarette and current Hornell Dodgers general manager Paul Welker. The Knights won the NCBL championship in 1998 and Buttenfield was named to the NCBL postseason all-star team. In college, Buttenfield was all-league pitcher at Indiana (Pa.).
The Seattle Mariners signed the 6-foot-7 pitcher as a non-drafted free agent. He was one of the last players cut by the Mariners before Spring Training ended. Buttenfield spent several seasons in the independent leagues, pitching for the Canton (Ohio) Crocodiles of the Frontier League and the Alexandria Aces of the Texas-Louisiana League. After those stints, Buttenfield went into coaching high school baseball and teaching, while playing in some men's senior leagues on the side. He is currently the head baseball coach at North Hills High School in Pittsburgh, Pa.
Through all the batting practice sessions and summer league games, Buttenfield's arms got stronger. He continued to pitch in local leagues for town teams and eventually he became more and more noticed by the opposition for his velocity. Last year, that led to several tryouts in front of Major League scouts. A pitcher that threw in the low 90s in college was now throwing in the mid-90s. Buttenfield drew interest from several Major League teams. He was eventually signed, after the school year was over, by the Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League. The league, located in the northeastern United States, is largely populated by former Major Leaguers and players that competed at high levels in the minor leagues.
Buttenfield, 30, went 3-1 with a 4.56 earned run average in 18 appearances and five starts. He pitched 51.1 innings, struck out 31 batters and held opponents to a .299 batting average. After the season, he returned to his teaching job at North Hills.
This past winter, Buttenfield was signed by the Toronto Blue Jays. Though, due to a variety of different factors, things didn't work out and he was released from his contract. For now, Buttenfield plans to continue throwing and return to Camden this summer. If he continues his success at Camden, another Major League call might not be too far away.
Today, the spotlight shines on former Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League pitcher Nate Buttenfield. Buttenfield pitched in the NCBL in 1997 and 1998 for the Geneva Knights. Among his teammates were former Major League pitcher Scott Cassidy, current Long Island Ducks star Ray Navarette and current Hornell Dodgers general manager Paul Welker. The Knights won the NCBL championship in 1998 and Buttenfield was named to the NCBL postseason all-star team. In college, Buttenfield was all-league pitcher at Indiana (Pa.).
The Seattle Mariners signed the 6-foot-7 pitcher as a non-drafted free agent. He was one of the last players cut by the Mariners before Spring Training ended. Buttenfield spent several seasons in the independent leagues, pitching for the Canton (Ohio) Crocodiles of the Frontier League and the Alexandria Aces of the Texas-Louisiana League. After those stints, Buttenfield went into coaching high school baseball and teaching, while playing in some men's senior leagues on the side. He is currently the head baseball coach at North Hills High School in Pittsburgh, Pa.
Through all the batting practice sessions and summer league games, Buttenfield's arms got stronger. He continued to pitch in local leagues for town teams and eventually he became more and more noticed by the opposition for his velocity. Last year, that led to several tryouts in front of Major League scouts. A pitcher that threw in the low 90s in college was now throwing in the mid-90s. Buttenfield drew interest from several Major League teams. He was eventually signed, after the school year was over, by the Camden Riversharks of the Atlantic League. The league, located in the northeastern United States, is largely populated by former Major Leaguers and players that competed at high levels in the minor leagues.
Buttenfield, 30, went 3-1 with a 4.56 earned run average in 18 appearances and five starts. He pitched 51.1 innings, struck out 31 batters and held opponents to a .299 batting average. After the season, he returned to his teaching job at North Hills.
This past winter, Buttenfield was signed by the Toronto Blue Jays. Though, due to a variety of different factors, things didn't work out and he was released from his contract. For now, Buttenfield plans to continue throwing and return to Camden this summer. If he continues his success at Camden, another Major League call might not be too far away.
Weber (Alfred '04) & Pribanic (Hornell '06) Pitch Nebraska To No. 6 Ranking
The University of Nebraska baseball team has climbed to sixth in both the USA Today/ESPN Coaches Top 25 poll and the Collegiate Baseball Newspaper Top 25. The Huskers are currently 24-4-1 overall and they lead the Big XII conference with a 10-1-1 record.
One of the reasons for the Huskers success has been pitching. Senior Thad Weber (Alfred '04) and junior Aaron Pribanic (Hornell '06) have bolstered the Huskers weekend rotation as the number two and three pitchers behind Friday night starter Johnny Dorn.
So far this season, Weber is 6-1 with a 3.06 earned run average in seven starts. He has allowed 16 earned runs in 47 innings pitched and he's second on the team with 44 strikeouts. The Nebraska senior has won six-straight decisions. Weber pitched a complete game two-hit shutout as Nebraska blanked Texas, 2-0, on March 29 in Austin, Texas. He allowed two singles, struck out five and sat down 14 of the last 15 batters he faced. Last Saturday, Weber struck out a career-high 11 over seven and two-thirds innings as Nebraska defeated Texas Tech, 5-2.
Weber is in his second season with the Huskers after playing two seasons at Hutchinson (Kan.) Community College. He was a second team NJCAA All-American in 2006, the school's first in four years. Last season, Weber pitched out of the Huskers bullpen and went 1-2 with three saves and a 5.62 earned run average. He struck out 30 batters in 24 innings and served as a part-time designated hitter and first baseman. Weber was drafted last June by the Cincinnati Reds (35th round, 1065th overall) but did not sign.
The Friend, Neb., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2004 season for the Alfred Athletics. The 2004 Athletics turned in a franchise record season with a 24-16 mark and third place finish in the Western Division behind the Hornell Dodgers and the Allegany County Nitros.
Pribanic, in his first season with the Huskers, is 3-1 with a 2.70 earned run average in seven appearances and six starts. He has pitched 43.1 innings, including two complete games and struck out 43. Pribanic is third among the Nebraska starters in ERA and tied for third in strikeouts. The junior pitched a complete game five-hitter and struck out five in his Division I debut as Nebraska defeated UC-Riverside, 13-1, on March 2. Pribanic also hurled a complete game five-hit shutout against Northern Colorado on March 10. Last Sunday, Pribanic allowed three runs over six innings but struck out six as Nebraska defeated Texas Tech, 5-3.
The Plano, Texas, native transferred to Nebraska from Hutchinson (Kan.) Community College. He was 6-1 with a 3.33 ERA in 2007 with 64 strikeouts in 67.2 innings pitched. The 6-foot-4 right-handed pitcher led HCC in innings pitched, strikeouts and complete games and held opponents to a .234 batting average.
Pribanic pitched for the Hornell Dodgers of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season. He went 1-5 with a 3.62 earned run average in nine appearances. Pribanic made eight starts, hurled three complete games and finished the summer with 42.1 innings pitched.
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One of the reasons for the Huskers success has been pitching. Senior Thad Weber (Alfred '04) and junior Aaron Pribanic (Hornell '06) have bolstered the Huskers weekend rotation as the number two and three pitchers behind Friday night starter Johnny Dorn.
So far this season, Weber is 6-1 with a 3.06 earned run average in seven starts. He has allowed 16 earned runs in 47 innings pitched and he's second on the team with 44 strikeouts. The Nebraska senior has won six-straight decisions. Weber pitched a complete game two-hit shutout as Nebraska blanked Texas, 2-0, on March 29 in Austin, Texas. He allowed two singles, struck out five and sat down 14 of the last 15 batters he faced. Last Saturday, Weber struck out a career-high 11 over seven and two-thirds innings as Nebraska defeated Texas Tech, 5-2.
Weber is in his second season with the Huskers after playing two seasons at Hutchinson (Kan.) Community College. He was a second team NJCAA All-American in 2006, the school's first in four years. Last season, Weber pitched out of the Huskers bullpen and went 1-2 with three saves and a 5.62 earned run average. He struck out 30 batters in 24 innings and served as a part-time designated hitter and first baseman. Weber was drafted last June by the Cincinnati Reds (35th round, 1065th overall) but did not sign.
The Friend, Neb., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2004 season for the Alfred Athletics. The 2004 Athletics turned in a franchise record season with a 24-16 mark and third place finish in the Western Division behind the Hornell Dodgers and the Allegany County Nitros.
Pribanic, in his first season with the Huskers, is 3-1 with a 2.70 earned run average in seven appearances and six starts. He has pitched 43.1 innings, including two complete games and struck out 43. Pribanic is third among the Nebraska starters in ERA and tied for third in strikeouts. The junior pitched a complete game five-hitter and struck out five in his Division I debut as Nebraska defeated UC-Riverside, 13-1, on March 2. Pribanic also hurled a complete game five-hit shutout against Northern Colorado on March 10. Last Sunday, Pribanic allowed three runs over six innings but struck out six as Nebraska defeated Texas Tech, 5-3.
The Plano, Texas, native transferred to Nebraska from Hutchinson (Kan.) Community College. He was 6-1 with a 3.33 ERA in 2007 with 64 strikeouts in 67.2 innings pitched. The 6-foot-4 right-handed pitcher led HCC in innings pitched, strikeouts and complete games and held opponents to a .234 batting average.
Pribanic pitched for the Hornell Dodgers of the New York Collegiate Baseball League during the 2006 season. He went 1-5 with a 3.62 earned run average in nine appearances. Pribanic made eight starts, hurled three complete games and finished the summer with 42.1 innings pitched.
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Wells (Saratoga '04) and Carlson (GF '04) Help Whitecaps Off To Hot Start
Casper Wells (Saratoga '04) went 4-for-5 with two home runs and four runs batted in as the West Michigan Whitecaps defeated the Great Lakes Loons, 11-1, at Fifth-Third Ballpark on Monday night in Comstock Park, Mich. The Whitecaps (5-0), a Class-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, are off to one of the best starts in their franchise history.
Wells clouted a pair of solo home runs in the third and sixth innings and smacked a two-run single in the seventh inning. He is the first Whitecaps player to hit two home runs in one game at Fifth-Third Ballpark since 2004.
Chris Carlson (Glens Falls '04) aided in the Whitecaps 14-hit outburst with a pair of doubles.
Sunday, Carlson went 4-for-5 with four runs batted in as West Michigan trounced South Bend, 11-5. Carlson fell a triple shy of hitting for the cycle. He hammered a two-run home run in the first inning to highlight a three-run frame for the Whitecaps. Carlson rapped a two-run double in the fourth inning as West Michigan scored six more runs to go ahead, 9-2.
Through five games, Wells is batting .350 (7-for-20) with three home runs, six runs batted in and four runs scored. He has an .800 slugging percentage and a 1.150 OPS. Wells is in his first season with the Whitecaps. He played for the Oneonta Tigers of the New York-Penn League last season.
Carlson is batting .350 (7-for-20) with one home run, seven runs batted in, four runs scored and three doubles. He has a .650 slugging percentage and a 1.000 OPS. Carlson was the MVP of the 2007 New York-Penn League All-Star Game. He played for the Oneonta Tigers last summer.
Both Wells and Carlson were named to the New York Collegiate Baseball League postseason all-star team in 2004. Carlson was a first-team selection from the Glens Falls Golden Eagles. Wells was named to the all-league second-team after playing for the Saratoga Phillies.
Wells clouted a pair of solo home runs in the third and sixth innings and smacked a two-run single in the seventh inning. He is the first Whitecaps player to hit two home runs in one game at Fifth-Third Ballpark since 2004.
Chris Carlson (Glens Falls '04) aided in the Whitecaps 14-hit outburst with a pair of doubles.
Sunday, Carlson went 4-for-5 with four runs batted in as West Michigan trounced South Bend, 11-5. Carlson fell a triple shy of hitting for the cycle. He hammered a two-run home run in the first inning to highlight a three-run frame for the Whitecaps. Carlson rapped a two-run double in the fourth inning as West Michigan scored six more runs to go ahead, 9-2.
Through five games, Wells is batting .350 (7-for-20) with three home runs, six runs batted in and four runs scored. He has an .800 slugging percentage and a 1.150 OPS. Wells is in his first season with the Whitecaps. He played for the Oneonta Tigers of the New York-Penn League last season.
Carlson is batting .350 (7-for-20) with one home run, seven runs batted in, four runs scored and three doubles. He has a .650 slugging percentage and a 1.000 OPS. Carlson was the MVP of the 2007 New York-Penn League All-Star Game. He played for the Oneonta Tigers last summer.
Both Wells and Carlson were named to the New York Collegiate Baseball League postseason all-star team in 2004. Carlson was a first-team selection from the Glens Falls Golden Eagles. Wells was named to the all-league second-team after playing for the Saratoga Phillies.
Lukas (Glens Falls '08) Named America East Rookie of the Week
University of Maine freshman Jarrett Lukas (Glens Falls '08) has been chosen as the America East Rookie of the Week for the week ending April 6, 2008. It's the second time this season that Lukas has won the award.
Lukas batted .583 (7-for-13) in three games last week as the Black Bears went 2-0-1. Lukas had at least one hit in all three games and drove in three runs, scored three runs and ripped one triple. Friday, Lukas had one of Maine's only two hits in a rain-shortened scoreless tie against New York Tech. Saturday, Lukas had six hits in the Black Bears two-game sweep over the New Jersey Institute of Technology. He went 2-for-4 in the first game with two runs scored and one run batted in. The Old Town, Maine, native had a career-high four hits in the night cap and drove in two runs. He also scored once and had a triple.
The Maine freshman is currently batting .362 with one home run and 11 runs batted in. He has 17 hits, eight runs scored, three doubles and a .532 slugging percentage. Lukas has played in 17 games for Maine and started 13 as a true freshman.
Lukas will play for the Glens Falls Golden Eagles of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer. He was the 2007 Gatorade High School Player of the Year in Maine and 2007 Mr. Baseball Maine.
Lukas batted .583 (7-for-13) in three games last week as the Black Bears went 2-0-1. Lukas had at least one hit in all three games and drove in three runs, scored three runs and ripped one triple. Friday, Lukas had one of Maine's only two hits in a rain-shortened scoreless tie against New York Tech. Saturday, Lukas had six hits in the Black Bears two-game sweep over the New Jersey Institute of Technology. He went 2-for-4 in the first game with two runs scored and one run batted in. The Old Town, Maine, native had a career-high four hits in the night cap and drove in two runs. He also scored once and had a triple.
The Maine freshman is currently batting .362 with one home run and 11 runs batted in. He has 17 hits, eight runs scored, three doubles and a .532 slugging percentage. Lukas has played in 17 games for Maine and started 13 as a true freshman.
Lukas will play for the Glens Falls Golden Eagles of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer. He was the 2007 Gatorade High School Player of the Year in Maine and 2007 Mr. Baseball Maine.
Branham (Brockport '08) Chosen A-Sun Pitcher of the Week
USC-Upstate sophomore Matt Branham (Brockport '08) has been selected as the Atlantic Sun Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 6, 2008. Branham is the first player from USC-Upstate to win a weekly conference award from the Atlantic Sun.
Branham pitched a complete game six-hitter as USC-Upstate defeated Gardner-Webb, 2-1, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader on Sunday in Boiling Springs, N.C. Branham allowed one run on six hits, walked two and struck out 10 in his first career nine-inning complete game. The 10 strikeouts are a personal best for the USC-Upstate sophomore pitcher. Through a 131-pitch outing, Branham stranded nine Gardner-Webb runners on base and did not allow a runner past first base after the sixth inning.
This spring, Branham is 4-2 with a 3.44 earned run average in seven appearances. Branham leads the Spartans with 49.2 innings pitched. He is tied for first on the team in victories, tied for second in strikeouts (33) and third in ERA.
The Columbia, S.C., native has signed with the Brockport Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2008 season. He pitched last summer for the Columbia Blowfish of the Coastal Plain League.
USC-Upstate is coached by former Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League skipper Matt Fincher. Fincher was the head coach of the Cortland Apples in 1986 and 1987. He returned to the league to manage the Syracuse Braves in 1990.
Branham pitched a complete game six-hitter as USC-Upstate defeated Gardner-Webb, 2-1, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader on Sunday in Boiling Springs, N.C. Branham allowed one run on six hits, walked two and struck out 10 in his first career nine-inning complete game. The 10 strikeouts are a personal best for the USC-Upstate sophomore pitcher. Through a 131-pitch outing, Branham stranded nine Gardner-Webb runners on base and did not allow a runner past first base after the sixth inning.
This spring, Branham is 4-2 with a 3.44 earned run average in seven appearances. Branham leads the Spartans with 49.2 innings pitched. He is tied for first on the team in victories, tied for second in strikeouts (33) and third in ERA.
The Columbia, S.C., native has signed with the Brockport Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2008 season. He pitched last summer for the Columbia Blowfish of the Coastal Plain League.
USC-Upstate is coached by former Northeastern Collegiate Baseball League skipper Matt Fincher. Fincher was the head coach of the Cortland Apples in 1986 and 1987. He returned to the league to manage the Syracuse Braves in 1990.
Curylo (Amsterdam '07) Chosen As MAAC Player of the Week
Marist College sophomore Richard Curylo (Amsterdam '07) has been tabbed the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Player of the Week for the week ending April 6, 2008.
Curylo batted .500 (9-for-18) in four games for the Red Foxes this past week. Curylo recorded at least two hits in all four games and had one three-hit game. He totaled four runs scored, three runs batted in, one home run and one double as the Red Foxes went 4-0. The second-year shortstop went 3-for-4 with one home run and two RBI as Marist slipped past New York Tech, 6-5, on April 3. Curylo belted a solo home run in the first inning and later connected on a RBI single in the fourth inning.
He tallied six hits in Marist's three-game conference sweep over Iona. Curylo helped Marist rally for a 2-1 victory over Iona in the second game of the series. He erased a 1-0 Iona lead with a RBI single in the fifth inning. The Marist sophomore scored two runs in the series finale to go along with two hits.
This spring, Curlyo is batting a team-high .333 for the Red Foxes with two home runs and 13 runs batted in. He leads the Marist nine in hits (29), runs scored (17), triples (2), stolen bases (5) and assists (64). He is second on the team in home runs and RBI.
Curlyo played for the Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He batted .258 and drove in eight runs in 25 games for the Mohawks. He collected 25 hits, 17 runs scored, four stolen bases and 75 assists.
Curylo batted .500 (9-for-18) in four games for the Red Foxes this past week. Curylo recorded at least two hits in all four games and had one three-hit game. He totaled four runs scored, three runs batted in, one home run and one double as the Red Foxes went 4-0. The second-year shortstop went 3-for-4 with one home run and two RBI as Marist slipped past New York Tech, 6-5, on April 3. Curylo belted a solo home run in the first inning and later connected on a RBI single in the fourth inning.
He tallied six hits in Marist's three-game conference sweep over Iona. Curylo helped Marist rally for a 2-1 victory over Iona in the second game of the series. He erased a 1-0 Iona lead with a RBI single in the fifth inning. The Marist sophomore scored two runs in the series finale to go along with two hits.
This spring, Curlyo is batting a team-high .333 for the Red Foxes with two home runs and 13 runs batted in. He leads the Marist nine in hits (29), runs scored (17), triples (2), stolen bases (5) and assists (64). He is second on the team in home runs and RBI.
Curlyo played for the Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He batted .258 and drove in eight runs in 25 games for the Mohawks. He collected 25 hits, 17 runs scored, four stolen bases and 75 assists.
Huff (Hornell '07) Selected OVC co-Pitcher of the Week
Austin Peay University sophomore Stephen Huff (Hornell '07) has been chosen as the co-Pitcher of the Week in the Ohio Valley Conference for the week ending April 6, 2008.
Huff pitched a two-hit shutout over seven innings as Austin Peay defeated Morehead State, 26-4, in the opening game of a doubleheader on Saturday. Huff carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning and then just allowed one hit each in the sixth and seven innings. He walked two and struck out eight. In a 94-pitch outing, Huff forced nine ground ball outs and four ground ball outs.
This season, Huff is 3-3 with a 2.74 earned run average in nine appearances. He leads the Govs pitching staff in innings pitched (49.1), earned run average, opponents batting average (.194) and strikeouts (42). Against Ohio Valley Conference opponents, Huff is 1-1 with a 1.27 ERA.
The Nashville, Tenn., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Hornell Dodgers. Huff made nine appearances and five starts for the Dodgers and accrued a 5.04 earned run average. He struck out 21 batters in 25 innings pitched.
Huff pitched a two-hit shutout over seven innings as Austin Peay defeated Morehead State, 26-4, in the opening game of a doubleheader on Saturday. Huff carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning and then just allowed one hit each in the sixth and seven innings. He walked two and struck out eight. In a 94-pitch outing, Huff forced nine ground ball outs and four ground ball outs.
This season, Huff is 3-3 with a 2.74 earned run average in nine appearances. He leads the Govs pitching staff in innings pitched (49.1), earned run average, opponents batting average (.194) and strikeouts (42). Against Ohio Valley Conference opponents, Huff is 1-1 with a 1.27 ERA.
The Nashville, Tenn., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Hornell Dodgers. Huff made nine appearances and five starts for the Dodgers and accrued a 5.04 earned run average. He struck out 21 batters in 25 innings pitched.
Monday, April 7, 2008
Cawley (Elmira '06) & Corbett (Plattsburgh '05) Again Honored By NE-10
Pace University seniors Jack Cawley (Elmira '06) and Dustin Corbett (Plattsburgh '05) have been named to the Northeast-10 weekly honor roll for the week ending April 6, 2008. It's the third week in a row that Cawley has been named to the league's honor roll. Corbett was the NE-10 Pitcher of the Week last week.
Cawley batted .316 (6-for-19) in five games last week for the Pace University Setters. He hit one home run, drove in four runs, scored three runs and collected two stolen bases. Cawley's lone home run was a game-tying grand slam in Pace's 7-6 loss to Saint Anselm on April 3 in the second game of a doubleheader. He went 3-for-5 with four runs batted in and one run scored after scoring once and stealing two bases in the opener.
This season, Cawley is hitting .371 with a team-high six home runs and 22 runs batted in. He leads the Setters in hits (39), runs scored (27), home runs, RBI, walks (16), slugging percentage (.581) and stolen bases (10).
The Bronx, N.Y., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2006 Elmira Pioneers.
Corbett pitched a two-hit shutout over seven innings as Pace defeated Southern Connecticut State, 1-0, in the second game of a doubleheader on Sunday afternoon. He allowed two hits, walked three and struck out seven. Corbett stranded seven Southern Connecticut State runners on base. The Pace senior struck out back-to-back hitters in the sixth inning with the bases loaded to keep the game tied at one. Aaron Zrenda (Bennington '07) drove in the eventual game-winning run in the eighth inning.
This season, Corbett is 4-0 with a 1.96 earned run average in six starts. He has a team-high 38 strikeouts in 36.2 innings pitched. Corbett has combined on two shutouts in his last three starts and allowed one earned run in his last 20 innings pitched.
Corbett pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Plattsburgh Thunder.
Cawley batted .316 (6-for-19) in five games last week for the Pace University Setters. He hit one home run, drove in four runs, scored three runs and collected two stolen bases. Cawley's lone home run was a game-tying grand slam in Pace's 7-6 loss to Saint Anselm on April 3 in the second game of a doubleheader. He went 3-for-5 with four runs batted in and one run scored after scoring once and stealing two bases in the opener.
This season, Cawley is hitting .371 with a team-high six home runs and 22 runs batted in. He leads the Setters in hits (39), runs scored (27), home runs, RBI, walks (16), slugging percentage (.581) and stolen bases (10).
The Bronx, N.Y., native played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2006 Elmira Pioneers.
Corbett pitched a two-hit shutout over seven innings as Pace defeated Southern Connecticut State, 1-0, in the second game of a doubleheader on Sunday afternoon. He allowed two hits, walked three and struck out seven. Corbett stranded seven Southern Connecticut State runners on base. The Pace senior struck out back-to-back hitters in the sixth inning with the bases loaded to keep the game tied at one. Aaron Zrenda (Bennington '07) drove in the eventual game-winning run in the eighth inning.
This season, Corbett is 4-0 with a 1.96 earned run average in six starts. He has a team-high 38 strikeouts in 36.2 innings pitched. Corbett has combined on two shutouts in his last three starts and allowed one earned run in his last 20 innings pitched.
Corbett pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Plattsburgh Thunder.
Cabral (Niagara '08) Tabbed NE-10 Rookie of the Week
Franklin Pierce College freshman Kyle Cabral (Niagara '08) has been selected as the Northeast-10 Rookie of the Week for the week ending April 6, 2008.
Cabral hit .333 (5-for-15) in five games this past week for the Franklin Pierce Ravens. He totaled one home run, eight runs batted in, four runs scored and one double. Cabral belted his first collegiate home run, a grand slam, against Bryant on Saturday in the opening game of a conference doubleheader. Cabral finished the game 2-for-3 with four RBI and one run scored. He connected on a RBI single in the night cap against the Bulldogs. Sunday, Cabral went 2-for-3 with two RBI and three runs scored as Franklin Pierce demolished St. Michael's, 20-2, in the second game of a doubleheader.
This season, Cabral is batting .294 with one home run and 10 runs batted in. He has played in 15 games for the Ravens and started 10. Cabral has 10 hits, 11 runs scored, one double and three stolen bases.
The New Bedford, Mass., native is slated to play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Niagara Power.
Cabral hit .333 (5-for-15) in five games this past week for the Franklin Pierce Ravens. He totaled one home run, eight runs batted in, four runs scored and one double. Cabral belted his first collegiate home run, a grand slam, against Bryant on Saturday in the opening game of a conference doubleheader. Cabral finished the game 2-for-3 with four RBI and one run scored. He connected on a RBI single in the night cap against the Bulldogs. Sunday, Cabral went 2-for-3 with two RBI and three runs scored as Franklin Pierce demolished St. Michael's, 20-2, in the second game of a doubleheader.
This season, Cabral is batting .294 with one home run and 10 runs batted in. He has played in 15 games for the Ravens and started 10. Cabral has 10 hits, 11 runs scored, one double and three stolen bases.
The New Bedford, Mass., native is slated to play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Niagara Power.
Irwin (Amsterdam '07) Chosen As ECC Player of the Week
Molloy College senior catcher Chris Irwin (Amsterdam '07) has been named the East Coast Conference Player of the Week for the week ending April 6, 2008.
Irwin hit .417 (5-for-12) in four games for the Molloy College Lions last week. He belted two home runs, drove in six runs, scored thrice, slugged .917 and collected three stolen bases. The Molloy senior drove in at least one run in all four games and recorded hits in three. Irwin smashed his first home run of the season and drove in two for Molloy in a 13-8 loss to Adelphia on April 1. Against Dominican the following day, Irwin earned three walks and drove in one run.
The senior backstop was 1-for-3 with one RBI, one run scored and two walks in the opening game of a doubleheader against Concordia (N.Y.) on Sunday. He went 3-for-4 in the night cap and clouted a two-run home run in the first inning as Molloy won, 7-1, in seven innings.
Irwin celebrated the Player of the Week award on Monday afternoon with his third home run of the season and a 2-for-4 performance in a victory over Concordia (N.Y.).
Through the end of March, Irwin was batting .333 with 19 runs batted in. He was one of four players to start all of Molloy's 24 games.
The Mahopac, N.Y., native played for the Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. Irwin collected four hits, two RBI, three runs scored and two doubles in nine games for the Mohawks.
Irwin hit .417 (5-for-12) in four games for the Molloy College Lions last week. He belted two home runs, drove in six runs, scored thrice, slugged .917 and collected three stolen bases. The Molloy senior drove in at least one run in all four games and recorded hits in three. Irwin smashed his first home run of the season and drove in two for Molloy in a 13-8 loss to Adelphia on April 1. Against Dominican the following day, Irwin earned three walks and drove in one run.
The senior backstop was 1-for-3 with one RBI, one run scored and two walks in the opening game of a doubleheader against Concordia (N.Y.) on Sunday. He went 3-for-4 in the night cap and clouted a two-run home run in the first inning as Molloy won, 7-1, in seven innings.
Irwin celebrated the Player of the Week award on Monday afternoon with his third home run of the season and a 2-for-4 performance in a victory over Concordia (N.Y.).
Through the end of March, Irwin was batting .333 with 19 runs batted in. He was one of four players to start all of Molloy's 24 games.
The Mahopac, N.Y., native played for the Amsterdam Mohawks of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. Irwin collected four hits, two RBI, three runs scored and two doubles in nine games for the Mohawks.
Simmons (Saratoga '07-'08) Picked As NEWMAC Pitcher of the Week
Wheaton (Mass.) College junior Josh Simmons (Saratoga '07-'08) has been named the Pitcher of the Week in the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference for the week ending April 6, 2008.
Simmons closed out three victories this past week for the Wheaton (Mass.) Lyons. Through three appearances, he converted three saves, allowed one hit and struck out 12 of the 13 batters he faced. Simmons struck out all five batters he faced to start the week in one and two-thirds innings against Suffolk University on April 2. He allowed one hit and fanned three in one inning against Worcester Polytechnic on April 3. Simmons wrapped up his third save of the week on Saturday by striking out the side in a scoreless ninth inning against Southern Maine.
This season, Simmons is 0-1 with a 7.04 earned run average and five starts in eight appearances and two starts. He has 21 strikeouts in 17 innings pitched. Since being moved to the bullpen, Simmons has struck out 15 batters in 6.1 innings. His five saves lead the conference and are fifth for a single season in school history.
The Cranston, R.I., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Saratoga Phillies. He will return to Saratoga Springs, N.Y., this year. Simmons was 2-0 with a 2.60 earned run average and one save in 10 appearances in 2007 for the Phillies. He struck out 29 batters in 17.1 innings pitched and allowed five earned runs. Simmons started Saratoga's exhibition game against the Russian Olympic team on July 23 and struck out three in two innings.
Simmons closed out three victories this past week for the Wheaton (Mass.) Lyons. Through three appearances, he converted three saves, allowed one hit and struck out 12 of the 13 batters he faced. Simmons struck out all five batters he faced to start the week in one and two-thirds innings against Suffolk University on April 2. He allowed one hit and fanned three in one inning against Worcester Polytechnic on April 3. Simmons wrapped up his third save of the week on Saturday by striking out the side in a scoreless ninth inning against Southern Maine.
This season, Simmons is 0-1 with a 7.04 earned run average and five starts in eight appearances and two starts. He has 21 strikeouts in 17 innings pitched. Since being moved to the bullpen, Simmons has struck out 15 batters in 6.1 innings. His five saves lead the conference and are fifth for a single season in school history.
The Cranston, R.I., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Saratoga Phillies. He will return to Saratoga Springs, N.Y., this year. Simmons was 2-0 with a 2.60 earned run average and one save in 10 appearances in 2007 for the Phillies. He struck out 29 batters in 17.1 innings pitched and allowed five earned runs. Simmons started Saratoga's exhibition game against the Russian Olympic team on July 23 and struck out three in two innings.
Veenema (Gen. Valley '06) Selected Liberty League Pitcher of the Wek
University of Rochester junior Blair Veenema (Genesee Valley '06) has been chosen as the Liberty League Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 6, 2008.
Veenema was 2-0 with a 1.50 earned run average in two starts over five days last week for the Yellow Jackets. He allowed eight hits, walked four and struck out 14 in 13 innings pitched. Wednesday, Veenema pitched a complete game one-hit shutout as Rochester defeated St. Lawrence, 10-0, in the first game of a conference twin bill. Veenema walked four and struck out eight. He retired the first nine batters he faced and allowed one Saints runner past first base.
Sunday, the Rochester junior allowed two runs on seven hits over six innings in a victory over Union (N.Y.). Veenema, pitching on three days rest, walked none and struck out six.
This season, Veenema is 3-0 with a 3.09 earned run average in four starts. He has pitched 23.1 innings and struck out a team-high 29 batters. The Yellowjackets hurler is holding opposing hitters to a .198 batting average. Veenema is tied for the team lead in victories with Pete McEneaney (Genesee Valley '06).
The Penfield, N.Y., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2006 Central Division champion Genesee Valley Riverbats. He went 4-1 with a 2.74 earned run average in 10 appearances and six starts. Veenema allowed 15 earned runs in 49.1 innings pitched and struck out 37.
Veenema was 2-0 with a 1.50 earned run average in two starts over five days last week for the Yellow Jackets. He allowed eight hits, walked four and struck out 14 in 13 innings pitched. Wednesday, Veenema pitched a complete game one-hit shutout as Rochester defeated St. Lawrence, 10-0, in the first game of a conference twin bill. Veenema walked four and struck out eight. He retired the first nine batters he faced and allowed one Saints runner past first base.
Sunday, the Rochester junior allowed two runs on seven hits over six innings in a victory over Union (N.Y.). Veenema, pitching on three days rest, walked none and struck out six.
This season, Veenema is 3-0 with a 3.09 earned run average in four starts. He has pitched 23.1 innings and struck out a team-high 29 batters. The Yellowjackets hurler is holding opposing hitters to a .198 batting average. Veenema is tied for the team lead in victories with Pete McEneaney (Genesee Valley '06).
The Penfield, N.Y., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2006 Central Division champion Genesee Valley Riverbats. He went 4-1 with a 2.74 earned run average in 10 appearances and six starts. Veenema allowed 15 earned runs in 49.1 innings pitched and struck out 37.
Wolf (Elmira '06-'07) Tabbed E8 Pitcher of the Week
Ithaca College senior Shane Wolf (Elmira '06-'07) has been named the Empire 8 Pitcher of the Week for the week ending April 6, 2008.
Wolf struck out a season-high 11 batters as Ithaca defeated Utica, 9-1, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader on April 5 in Ithaca, N.Y. Wolf allowed one run on six hits and walked one over six innings in his fourth victory of the season for the Bombers. The Ithaca senior struck out nine of the first 14 batters he faced. At the plate, Wolf went 2-for-3 with one RBI and two runs scored.
While Wolf took home Pitcher of the Week accolades, he also batted .368 (7-for-19) with one home run and seven runs batted in. Wolf drove in a season-high four runs against Utica in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader. Earlier in the week, Wolf clouted a two-run home run against Oswego State.
This season, Wolf is 4-1 with a 4.15 earned run average in six starts. He has pitched 34.2 innings and struck out a team-high 41. Opponents against the senior are batting .271. The Freeville, N.Y., native is batting .329 with two home runs and a team-high 21 runs batted in through 21 games.
Last summer, Wolf, playing for the Elmira Pioneers, was the New York Collegiate Baseball League Player of the Year and the Most Valuable Player in the NYCBL Championship Series. He led the Pioneers to their first league championship. Wolf finished among the league leaders in batting average and earned run average. He hit a team-high .367 with one home run and 13 runs batted in. On the mound, Wolf went 5-0 with an Elmira-best 1.31 earned run average and 42 strikeouts.
Wolf struck out a season-high 11 batters as Ithaca defeated Utica, 9-1, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader on April 5 in Ithaca, N.Y. Wolf allowed one run on six hits and walked one over six innings in his fourth victory of the season for the Bombers. The Ithaca senior struck out nine of the first 14 batters he faced. At the plate, Wolf went 2-for-3 with one RBI and two runs scored.
While Wolf took home Pitcher of the Week accolades, he also batted .368 (7-for-19) with one home run and seven runs batted in. Wolf drove in a season-high four runs against Utica in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader. Earlier in the week, Wolf clouted a two-run home run against Oswego State.
This season, Wolf is 4-1 with a 4.15 earned run average in six starts. He has pitched 34.2 innings and struck out a team-high 41. Opponents against the senior are batting .271. The Freeville, N.Y., native is batting .329 with two home runs and a team-high 21 runs batted in through 21 games.
Last summer, Wolf, playing for the Elmira Pioneers, was the New York Collegiate Baseball League Player of the Year and the Most Valuable Player in the NYCBL Championship Series. He led the Pioneers to their first league championship. Wolf finished among the league leaders in batting average and earned run average. He hit a team-high .367 with one home run and 13 runs batted in. On the mound, Wolf went 5-0 with an Elmira-best 1.31 earned run average and 42 strikeouts.
Sunday, April 6, 2008
Dennstedt (Genesee Valley '06) Takes Over As Head Riverbat For '08
The Brockport Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League have announced that Jake Dennstedt (Gen. Valley '06) has been promoted to the position of head coach for the 2008 season. Dennstedt was the Riverbats pitching coach in 2007 and takes over for the departed Jim Maciejewski.
The new Riverbats skipper is in his first season as an assistant coach at Brockport State. Dennstedt enjoyed a successful pitching career for the Golden Eagles. Over two years at Brockport, Dennstedt went 10-5, pitched over 121 innings, worked five complete games and struck out 66. As a senior in 2007, Dennstedt led the Golden Eagles with six victories and 70.1 innings pitched. He was named first-team All-State University of New York Athletic Conference and first-team all-region.
Dennstedt joined the Riverbats as a player in 2006 and helped the team to the Central Division championship. The right-handed pitcher went 3-4 with a 3.04 earned run average in 11 appearances and six starts. He pitched 50.1 innings, struck out 19 and held opposing hitters to a .278 batting average.
As an assistant coach last season, Dennstedt mentored the Riverbats pitching staff to a 3.36 earned run average, sixth among 14 teams in the NYCBL. Brockport pitcher P.J. Saporito (New Jersey Tech) hurled what is believed to be the first perfect game in the league's 30-year history against eventual league champion Elmira and he was named second-team All-NYCBL.
Dennstedt will be assisted by Casey Scott. Scott is an assistant coach at Brockport State. Scott, like Dennstedt, played collegiately at Brockport State. He was named All-SUNYAC in 2007 after posting a 5-0 record with a 2.47 earned run average in 11 appearances.
The new Riverbats skipper is in his first season as an assistant coach at Brockport State. Dennstedt enjoyed a successful pitching career for the Golden Eagles. Over two years at Brockport, Dennstedt went 10-5, pitched over 121 innings, worked five complete games and struck out 66. As a senior in 2007, Dennstedt led the Golden Eagles with six victories and 70.1 innings pitched. He was named first-team All-State University of New York Athletic Conference and first-team all-region.
Dennstedt joined the Riverbats as a player in 2006 and helped the team to the Central Division championship. The right-handed pitcher went 3-4 with a 3.04 earned run average in 11 appearances and six starts. He pitched 50.1 innings, struck out 19 and held opposing hitters to a .278 batting average.
As an assistant coach last season, Dennstedt mentored the Riverbats pitching staff to a 3.36 earned run average, sixth among 14 teams in the NYCBL. Brockport pitcher P.J. Saporito (New Jersey Tech) hurled what is believed to be the first perfect game in the league's 30-year history against eventual league champion Elmira and he was named second-team All-NYCBL.
Dennstedt will be assisted by Casey Scott. Scott is an assistant coach at Brockport State. Scott, like Dennstedt, played collegiately at Brockport State. He was named All-SUNYAC in 2007 after posting a 5-0 record with a 2.47 earned run average in 11 appearances.
Tone (Brockport '07) Tosses No-Hitter
Sophomore Matt Tone (Brockport '07) pitched a complete game no-hitter as nationally-ranked Cortland State defeated Oswego State, 11-0, in the opening game of a conference doubleheader at Laker Field on Saturday afternoon.
Tone's nine inning no-hitter is the 16th no-hitter in Cortland State history and what is believed to be the first nine inning no-hit bid at the school in 44 years. The last Cortland State no-hitter was a combined seven inning effort between Jim Dougher (MV '04/Glens Falls '05) and Justin Mattes (Glens Falls '05) against Christopher Newport in 2006.
Tone walked five, hit one and struck out a career-high 13 batters. He faced three batters batters over the minimum and induced four fly ball outs and seven ground ball outs.
This spring, Tone is 3-0 with a 3.33 earned run average and in five starts. He has pitched 27.0 innings, allowed 10 earned runs and struck out 31. Tone leads the nationally-ranked Red Dragons in starts, strikeouts and innings pitched and he is tied for the team lead in wins.
The Rochester, N.Y., native pitched for the Brockport Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He was 3-1 with a 1.71 earned run average in six appearances. Tone led the Riverbats in earned run average, strikeouts (42) and opponents batting average (.188) and he finished second on the team in wins.
Tone's nine inning no-hitter is the 16th no-hitter in Cortland State history and what is believed to be the first nine inning no-hit bid at the school in 44 years. The last Cortland State no-hitter was a combined seven inning effort between Jim Dougher (MV '04/Glens Falls '05) and Justin Mattes (Glens Falls '05) against Christopher Newport in 2006.
Tone walked five, hit one and struck out a career-high 13 batters. He faced three batters batters over the minimum and induced four fly ball outs and seven ground ball outs.
This spring, Tone is 3-0 with a 3.33 earned run average and in five starts. He has pitched 27.0 innings, allowed 10 earned runs and struck out 31. Tone leads the nationally-ranked Red Dragons in starts, strikeouts and innings pitched and he is tied for the team lead in wins.
The Rochester, N.Y., native pitched for the Brockport Riverbats of the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer. He was 3-1 with a 1.71 earned run average in six appearances. Tone led the Riverbats in earned run average, strikeouts (42) and opponents batting average (.188) and he finished second on the team in wins.
Friday, April 4, 2008
NYCBL Picture of the Week
Courtesy of the Bennington Banner. Photo taken by Adam White.
Saratoga's Jon Nicolla (Duke) tries to slide past the tag of Bennington's Chris Brown (Pace). Saratoga defeated Bennington, 6-2, on July 26 at Southern Vermont College.
Minor League Opening Day 2008, NYCBL Highlights
Sebastien Boucher (Plattsburgh '03), Norfolk Tides, AAA
2-for-5, one run scored, started in left field and batted eighth
Buffalo 9 Norfolk 4
Terry Tiffee (Hornell '98), Las Vegas 51s, AAA
2-for-4, one RBI, started at third base and batted third
Salt Lake 6 Last Vegas 3
David Cook (Rome '01), Birmingham Barons, AA
2-for-5, two RBI, started in right field and batted third
Birmingham 4 Tennessee 0
Jacob Kaase (Brockport '07), Bakersfield Blaze, A
1-for-3, started at shortstop and batted ninth
San Jose 12 Bakersfield 2
Darin Mastroianni (Saratoga '06), Lansing Lugnuts, A
2-for-4, one RBI, one double, started in center field and batted third
Fort Wayne 7 Lansing 1
Casper Wells (Saratoga '04), West Michigan Whitecaps, A
2-for-6, one home run, two RBI, one run scored, started in right field and batted third
West Michigan 15 South Bend 2
Chris Carlson (Glens Falls '04), West Michigan Whitecaps, A
1-for-6, two RBI, one run scored, started at first base and batted fourth
West Michigan 15 South Bend 2
Dallas Cawiezell (Glens Falls '06), Lake County Captains, A
2.0 innings pitched, no runs, one hit, one walk, pitched in relief
Lake County 4 Lakewood 0
Jordon Wolf (Amsterdam '05), Delmarva Shorebirds, A
3-for-4, one RBI, one triple, two walks, started at catcher and batted seventh
Hagerstown 5 Delmarva 4, 14 innings
Steven Calicutt (Glens Falls '04), Augusta GreenJackets, A
4.0 innings pitched, no runs, two hits, one walk, three strikeouts, starting pitcher
Greensboro 3 Augusta 1
2-for-5, one run scored, started in left field and batted eighth
Buffalo 9 Norfolk 4
Terry Tiffee (Hornell '98), Las Vegas 51s, AAA
2-for-4, one RBI, started at third base and batted third
Salt Lake 6 Last Vegas 3
David Cook (Rome '01), Birmingham Barons, AA
2-for-5, two RBI, started in right field and batted third
Birmingham 4 Tennessee 0
Jacob Kaase (Brockport '07), Bakersfield Blaze, A
1-for-3, started at shortstop and batted ninth
San Jose 12 Bakersfield 2
Darin Mastroianni (Saratoga '06), Lansing Lugnuts, A
2-for-4, one RBI, one double, started in center field and batted third
Fort Wayne 7 Lansing 1
Casper Wells (Saratoga '04), West Michigan Whitecaps, A
2-for-6, one home run, two RBI, one run scored, started in right field and batted third
West Michigan 15 South Bend 2
Chris Carlson (Glens Falls '04), West Michigan Whitecaps, A
1-for-6, two RBI, one run scored, started at first base and batted fourth
West Michigan 15 South Bend 2
Dallas Cawiezell (Glens Falls '06), Lake County Captains, A
2.0 innings pitched, no runs, one hit, one walk, pitched in relief
Lake County 4 Lakewood 0
Jordon Wolf (Amsterdam '05), Delmarva Shorebirds, A
3-for-4, one RBI, one triple, two walks, started at catcher and batted seventh
Hagerstown 5 Delmarva 4, 14 innings
Steven Calicutt (Glens Falls '04), Augusta GreenJackets, A
4.0 innings pitched, no runs, two hits, one walk, three strikeouts, starting pitcher
Greensboro 3 Augusta 1
NYCBL, Minor League Opening Day 2008, Class-A
Midwest League
Angel Cabrera (Hornell '05), Dayton Dragons
Chris Carlson (Glens Falls '04), West Michigan Whitecaps
Ryan Eigsti (Hornell '05), Burlington Bees
Shawn Hayes (Watertown '04), Burlington Bees
Darin Mastroianni (Saratoga '06), Lansing Lugnuts
Keith Meyer (Genesee Valley '06), Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
Chris Rosenbaum (Watertown '04, '06), Cedar Rapids Kernals
Justin Souza (Hornell '04), Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
Casper Wells (Saratoga '04), West Michigan Whitecaps
South Atlantic League
Matt Bouchard (Plattsburgh '05), Savannah Sand Gnats
Steve Calicutt (Glens Falls '04), Augusta GreenJackets
Darren Clark (Glens Falls '05), Savannah Sand Gnats
Cliff Flagello (Plattsburgh '05), Delmarva Shorebirds
Andrew Groves (Amsterdam '05), Asheville Tourists
Jeremy Hall (Glens Falls '04), Columbus Catfish
Levi Maxwell (Watertown '05), Kannapolis Intimidators
Andrew Mead (Mohawk Valley '02), Kannapolis Intimidators
Brendan Monaghan (Hornell '05), Delmarva Shorebirds
David Williams (Glens Falls '04-'05), Charleston River Dogs
Jordon Wolf (Amsterdam '05), Delmarva Shorebirds
Angel Cabrera (Hornell '05), Dayton Dragons
Chris Carlson (Glens Falls '04), West Michigan Whitecaps
Ryan Eigsti (Hornell '05), Burlington Bees
Shawn Hayes (Watertown '04), Burlington Bees
Darin Mastroianni (Saratoga '06), Lansing Lugnuts
Keith Meyer (Genesee Valley '06), Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
Chris Rosenbaum (Watertown '04, '06), Cedar Rapids Kernals
Justin Souza (Hornell '04), Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
Casper Wells (Saratoga '04), West Michigan Whitecaps
South Atlantic League
Matt Bouchard (Plattsburgh '05), Savannah Sand Gnats
Steve Calicutt (Glens Falls '04), Augusta GreenJackets
Darren Clark (Glens Falls '05), Savannah Sand Gnats
Cliff Flagello (Plattsburgh '05), Delmarva Shorebirds
Andrew Groves (Amsterdam '05), Asheville Tourists
Jeremy Hall (Glens Falls '04), Columbus Catfish
Levi Maxwell (Watertown '05), Kannapolis Intimidators
Andrew Mead (Mohawk Valley '02), Kannapolis Intimidators
Brendan Monaghan (Hornell '05), Delmarva Shorebirds
David Williams (Glens Falls '04-'05), Charleston River Dogs
Jordon Wolf (Amsterdam '05), Delmarva Shorebirds
NYCBL, Minor League Opening Day 2008, High Class-A
California League
Derrick Gordon (Amsterdam '04), Stockton Ports
Daniel Griffin (Saratoga '04), San Jose Giants
Jacob Kaase (Brockport '07), Bakersfield Blaze
Carolina League
James Barksdale (Allegany County '04-'05), Lynchburg Hillcats
Quentin Davis (Amsterdam '03), Myrtle Beach Pelicans
Derrick Gordon (Amsterdam '04), Stockton Ports
Daniel Griffin (Saratoga '04), San Jose Giants
Jacob Kaase (Brockport '07), Bakersfield Blaze
Carolina League
James Barksdale (Allegany County '04-'05), Lynchburg Hillcats
Quentin Davis (Amsterdam '03), Myrtle Beach Pelicans
NYCBL, Minor League Opening Day 2008, Double-A
Southern League
David Cook (Rome '01), Birmingham Barons
Justin Mallett (Watertown '02), Chattanooga Lookouts
Mike Rozema (MV '02/Geneva '03), Mississippi Braves
David Cook (Rome '01), Birmingham Barons
Justin Mallett (Watertown '02), Chattanooga Lookouts
Mike Rozema (MV '02/Geneva '03), Mississippi Braves
NYCBL, Minor League Opening Day 2008, Triple-A
International League
Sebastien Boucher (Plattsburgh '03), Norfolk Tides
Chip Cannon (Cortland '01), Syracuse Chiefs
Valentino Pascucci (Schenectady '97), Lehigh Valley IronPigs
Scott Sauerbeck (Ithaca '92), Louisville Bats
Pacific Coast League
Dallas Braden (Hornell '03), Sacramento RiverCats
Jason Motte (Rome '01), Memphis Redbirds
Terry Tiffee (Hornell '98), Las Vegas 51s
Sebastien Boucher (Plattsburgh '03), Norfolk Tides
Chip Cannon (Cortland '01), Syracuse Chiefs
Valentino Pascucci (Schenectady '97), Lehigh Valley IronPigs
Scott Sauerbeck (Ithaca '92), Louisville Bats
Pacific Coast League
Dallas Braden (Hornell '03), Sacramento RiverCats
Jason Motte (Rome '01), Memphis Redbirds
Terry Tiffee (Hornell '98), Las Vegas 51s
Thursday, April 3, 2008
NYCBL Alumus Graber To Skipper Phillies
The Saratoga Phillies of the New York Collegiate Baseball League have announced that Kevin Graber has been hired as the team's field manager for the 2008 season. Graber, an assistant coach at Amherst, replaces Garett Baron, who will move into the Phillies front office.
Graber is in his second season as an assistant baseball coach at Amherst. He has coached at the collegiate, summer collegiate and professional levels. Graber's coaching stops have included the Prairie League, the Northeast League, the Northeast Collegiate Baseball League, the Mountains Collegiate Baseball League, Lassen College, McLintock High School (Mesa, Ariz.), and Riverland C.C. (Austin, Minn.). At 27, Graber was named the manager of the Prairie League's Southern Minny Stars. He was the youngest field manager in all of professional baseball in 1997. He skippered the Stars to a 48-21 record and Manager of the Year honors. Last summer, Graber led the Amherst, Mass., Mickey Mantle (15-to-16 year olds) team to a Massachusetts state championship.
Graber played collegiately at the College of St. Rose under Bob Bellizzi and was a three-time all-league selection for the Golden Knights after transferring from Winthrop. Graber spent four years in the Northeast Collegiate Baseball League as a player. He was a member of the Schenectady Mohawks from 1988 through 1990 and he finished out his NCBL career in 1991 with the Cohocton Red Wings and Tom Kenney. He played several seasons of independent baseball in the United States and Australia before turning to a managerial role.
The former NCBL star was originally slated to be an associate head coach for the Geneva Red Wings this summer. He resigned from his position to accept the Phillies' head coaching job.
For additional information on Kevin Graber, please click here.
Graber becomes the third former NCBL/NYCBL player to join the Phillies coaching staff. Assistant coaches Steve Checksfield and Andy Cuthbertson both have league experience. Checksfield won a NCBL championship in 2000 with the Hornell Dodgers. He also played for the 1998 Schenectady Mohawks. Cuthbertson was a member of the 2001 Watertown Wizards.
Garett Baron moves into the Saratoga Phillies front office as the most successful manager in franchise history. In two seasons at the helm, Baron guided the Phillies to 41 victories, back-to-back playoff appearances, one Eastern Division championship and the 2006 New York Collegiate Baseball League title. Baron is currently an assistant baseball coach at the University at Albany.
Graber is in his second season as an assistant baseball coach at Amherst. He has coached at the collegiate, summer collegiate and professional levels. Graber's coaching stops have included the Prairie League, the Northeast League, the Northeast Collegiate Baseball League, the Mountains Collegiate Baseball League, Lassen College, McLintock High School (Mesa, Ariz.), and Riverland C.C. (Austin, Minn.). At 27, Graber was named the manager of the Prairie League's Southern Minny Stars. He was the youngest field manager in all of professional baseball in 1997. He skippered the Stars to a 48-21 record and Manager of the Year honors. Last summer, Graber led the Amherst, Mass., Mickey Mantle (15-to-16 year olds) team to a Massachusetts state championship.
Graber played collegiately at the College of St. Rose under Bob Bellizzi and was a three-time all-league selection for the Golden Knights after transferring from Winthrop. Graber spent four years in the Northeast Collegiate Baseball League as a player. He was a member of the Schenectady Mohawks from 1988 through 1990 and he finished out his NCBL career in 1991 with the Cohocton Red Wings and Tom Kenney. He played several seasons of independent baseball in the United States and Australia before turning to a managerial role.
The former NCBL star was originally slated to be an associate head coach for the Geneva Red Wings this summer. He resigned from his position to accept the Phillies' head coaching job.
For additional information on Kevin Graber, please click here.
Graber becomes the third former NCBL/NYCBL player to join the Phillies coaching staff. Assistant coaches Steve Checksfield and Andy Cuthbertson both have league experience. Checksfield won a NCBL championship in 2000 with the Hornell Dodgers. He also played for the 1998 Schenectady Mohawks. Cuthbertson was a member of the 2001 Watertown Wizards.
Garett Baron moves into the Saratoga Phillies front office as the most successful manager in franchise history. In two seasons at the helm, Baron guided the Phillies to 41 victories, back-to-back playoff appearances, one Eastern Division championship and the 2006 New York Collegiate Baseball League title. Baron is currently an assistant baseball coach at the University at Albany.
Wizards Hire Horning As New Manager
The Watertown Wizards of the New York Collegiate Baseball League have promoted Ryan Horning to the position of field manager for the 2008 season. Horning, an assistant coach at Cornell University, was the Wizards pitching coach last season. He replaces Phil Nicoletti, who resigned earlier this year to pursue other opportunities.
Horning is in his first season as an assistant coach with the Big Red. He spent the last two years as an assistant coach at St. John Fisher College in Pittsford, N.Y. Horning was part of a coaching staff that mentored the Cardinals to the school's first-ever NCAA tournament appearance in 2007. Ten players from the team were named to the Empire 8 postseason all-star team. Prior to St. John Fisher, Horning spent one season as an assistant coach at Longwood University.
The new Wizards skipper is a 2004 graduate of Saint Lawrence University. His first managerial experience came with a 16-year-old Babe Ruth all-star team from Syracuse, N.Y. Horning skippered the team to the 2004 Babe Ruth national championship.
Last summer, Horning mentored Wizards pitcher Luis Castillo to a first-team All-NYCBL selection. The Wizards finished third in the Eastern Division and advanced to the league playoffs for the third year in a row and fourth time in franchise history.
Horning will be assisted by John Northrop and Brandon Potter. Northrop returns for his fourth season in the Wizards dugout. He played for Todd Kirkey in 2005 and 2006 and spent last summer as an assistant coach. Northrop is currently an assistant coach at Oswego State. Brandon Potter, who will work as the Wizards pitching coach, most recently worked at Minnesota State.
Horning is in his first season as an assistant coach with the Big Red. He spent the last two years as an assistant coach at St. John Fisher College in Pittsford, N.Y. Horning was part of a coaching staff that mentored the Cardinals to the school's first-ever NCAA tournament appearance in 2007. Ten players from the team were named to the Empire 8 postseason all-star team. Prior to St. John Fisher, Horning spent one season as an assistant coach at Longwood University.
The new Wizards skipper is a 2004 graduate of Saint Lawrence University. His first managerial experience came with a 16-year-old Babe Ruth all-star team from Syracuse, N.Y. Horning skippered the team to the 2004 Babe Ruth national championship.
Last summer, Horning mentored Wizards pitcher Luis Castillo to a first-team All-NYCBL selection. The Wizards finished third in the Eastern Division and advanced to the league playoffs for the third year in a row and fourth time in franchise history.
Horning will be assisted by John Northrop and Brandon Potter. Northrop returns for his fourth season in the Wizards dugout. He played for Todd Kirkey in 2005 and 2006 and spent last summer as an assistant coach. Northrop is currently an assistant coach at Oswego State. Brandon Potter, who will work as the Wizards pitching coach, most recently worked at Minnesota State.
Curry (Geneva '05) Named National Player of the Week
Mt. Vernon Nazarene University senior Levi Curry (Geneva '05) has been chosen by the Baseball News as a Louisville Slugger National Player of the Week for the week ending March 30, 2008. Curry was one of five players nationally selected for the award.
Curry pitched a seven-inning perfect game as Mount Vernon Nazarene defeated Cedarville, 7-0, on March 26 in the first game of a doubleheader. Curry's perfect game is only the second in Mount Vernon Nazarene history and it is the school's 16th no-hitter. Curry, in a 90-pitch outing, retired all 21 Cedarville batters he faced over seven innings and struck out 10. He forced Cedarville into nine ground ball outs and two fly ball outs.
In addition to being named a Louisville Slugger National Player of the Week, Curry was also chosen as the American Mideast Conference Pitcher of the Week and the NAIA Pitcher of the Week.
This season, Curry is 4-1 with a 1.54 earned run average in five appearances. Through five starts, he has amassed four complete games, two shutouts, 35.0 innings pitched, 29 strikeouts and a .217 opponents batting average.
The Mount Vernon, Ohio, native was a member of the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Geneva Red Wings in 2005. He went 2-4 with a 4.04 earned run average in nine appearances. Curry pitched a team-high 42.1 innings, struck out 27 and threw three complete games. He did not play in the 2005 NYCBL All-Star Game but he was listed on the Western Division all-stars roster.
Curry pitched a seven-inning perfect game as Mount Vernon Nazarene defeated Cedarville, 7-0, on March 26 in the first game of a doubleheader. Curry's perfect game is only the second in Mount Vernon Nazarene history and it is the school's 16th no-hitter. Curry, in a 90-pitch outing, retired all 21 Cedarville batters he faced over seven innings and struck out 10. He forced Cedarville into nine ground ball outs and two fly ball outs.
In addition to being named a Louisville Slugger National Player of the Week, Curry was also chosen as the American Mideast Conference Pitcher of the Week and the NAIA Pitcher of the Week.
This season, Curry is 4-1 with a 1.54 earned run average in five appearances. Through five starts, he has amassed four complete games, two shutouts, 35.0 innings pitched, 29 strikeouts and a .217 opponents batting average.
The Mount Vernon, Ohio, native was a member of the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Geneva Red Wings in 2005. He went 2-4 with a 4.04 earned run average in nine appearances. Curry pitched a team-high 42.1 innings, struck out 27 and threw three complete games. He did not play in the 2005 NYCBL All-Star Game but he was listed on the Western Division all-stars roster.
Bregartner (Watertown '08) Tabbed America East Rookie of the Week
Binghamton University freshman Peter Bregartner (Watertown '08) has been selected as the America East Rookie of the Week for the week ending March 30, 2008.
Bregartner batted .476 (10-for-21) during Binghamton's six-game road swing last week to Wichita State and Farleigh Dickinson. He tallied three multi-hit games and put together at least one hit and one run in each of the Bearcats six contests. Bregartner scored six runs, drove in three and hit one home run.
The Binghamton freshman excelled in a two-game series at Wichita State. He had two of Binghamton's four hits and scored one run in the series opener on March 25. The following day, Bregartner went 3-for-4 with one run, one RBI and a triple. He finished with a team-high five hits against the Shockers in two games. Bregartner helped Binghamton to a series split this past weekend against FDU. He totaled four hits for the series and swatted his second career home run on March 30.
The East Islip, N.Y., native is batting .303 with two home runs and 11 RBI in his first season with the Bearcats. He has 23 hits, 12 runs scored, three doubles, five walks, two sacrifice flies and three stolen bases. Bregartner is one of five players to start all of Binghamton's 22 games this season.
The BU frosh will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Watertown Wizards.
Bregartner batted .476 (10-for-21) during Binghamton's six-game road swing last week to Wichita State and Farleigh Dickinson. He tallied three multi-hit games and put together at least one hit and one run in each of the Bearcats six contests. Bregartner scored six runs, drove in three and hit one home run.
The Binghamton freshman excelled in a two-game series at Wichita State. He had two of Binghamton's four hits and scored one run in the series opener on March 25. The following day, Bregartner went 3-for-4 with one run, one RBI and a triple. He finished with a team-high five hits against the Shockers in two games. Bregartner helped Binghamton to a series split this past weekend against FDU. He totaled four hits for the series and swatted his second career home run on March 30.
The East Islip, N.Y., native is batting .303 with two home runs and 11 RBI in his first season with the Bearcats. He has 23 hits, 12 runs scored, three doubles, five walks, two sacrifice flies and three stolen bases. Bregartner is one of five players to start all of Binghamton's 22 games this season.
The BU frosh will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Watertown Wizards.
Perkins (Rochester '06) Receives Ivy League Honor
Columbia University senior Henry Perkins (Rochester '06) has been named to the Ivy League's weekly honor roll for the week ending March 31, 2008.
Perkins hit .444 (8-for-18) with two home runs and five RBI in five games last week as Columbia went 3-2. He had at least one hit in every game and recorded three multi-hit games for the Lions. Perkins also scored six runs and stole three bases.
The Columbia senior started the week with a multi-faceted effort against St. John's on March 25. Perkins started on the mound against the Red Storm and pitched three innings. He allowed one run on two hits, walked three and struck out three. At the plate, Perkins went 1-for-5 with two runs scored and a RBI triple. He clouted his first home run of the season on March 29 against Brown in the second game of a doubleheader. He finished 1-for-3 with two runs batted in, two runs scored and two walks.
The Skaneateles, N.Y., native provided the eventual game-winning blast against Yale in the second game of a doubleheader on March 30. Perkins hit a solo home run in the sixth inning that proved to be the difference in a 6-5 Columbia victory. In two games against the Bulldogs, Perkins went 4-for-7 with a home run, one RBI, two runs scored, one double and one stolen base.
This season, Perkins is batting a team-high .364 with two home runs and 11 runs batted in. He leads the Lions with 32 hits in 23 games and has 19 runs scored, six doubles, four triples, ten walks, eight stolen bases and a .591 slugging percentage.
Perkins was a member of the 2006 Rochester Royals in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. He batted .232 in 39 games with 13 runs batted in. He totaled 32 hits, 21 runs scored and he tied for the team lead with nine stolen bases.
Perkins hit .444 (8-for-18) with two home runs and five RBI in five games last week as Columbia went 3-2. He had at least one hit in every game and recorded three multi-hit games for the Lions. Perkins also scored six runs and stole three bases.
The Columbia senior started the week with a multi-faceted effort against St. John's on March 25. Perkins started on the mound against the Red Storm and pitched three innings. He allowed one run on two hits, walked three and struck out three. At the plate, Perkins went 1-for-5 with two runs scored and a RBI triple. He clouted his first home run of the season on March 29 against Brown in the second game of a doubleheader. He finished 1-for-3 with two runs batted in, two runs scored and two walks.
The Skaneateles, N.Y., native provided the eventual game-winning blast against Yale in the second game of a doubleheader on March 30. Perkins hit a solo home run in the sixth inning that proved to be the difference in a 6-5 Columbia victory. In two games against the Bulldogs, Perkins went 4-for-7 with a home run, one RBI, two runs scored, one double and one stolen base.
This season, Perkins is batting a team-high .364 with two home runs and 11 runs batted in. He leads the Lions with 32 hits in 23 games and has 19 runs scored, six doubles, four triples, ten walks, eight stolen bases and a .591 slugging percentage.
Perkins was a member of the 2006 Rochester Royals in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. He batted .232 in 39 games with 13 runs batted in. He totaled 32 hits, 21 runs scored and he tied for the team lead with nine stolen bases.
Chenoweth (Webster '08) Tabbed MAC West Division Player of the Week
Ball State University redshirt sophomore Ryan Chenoweth has been named the Mid-America Conference West Division Player of the Week for the week ending March 31, 2008.
Chenoweth hit .455 (5-for-11) in four games for the Cardinals last week. Chenoweth belted three home runs, scored five times and drove in four runs as Ball State went undefeated him, 4-0, in the line-up. Chenoweth entered the week with no home runs. He clouted his first two of the season in the same inning against Anderson on March 26. The Ball State sophomore homered twice during an 11-run second inning as the Cardinals won, 20-12. Chenoweth finished the game 3-for-5 with two home runs, three RBI, two runs scored and a double.
Against Kent State on March 29, Chenoweth smashed his third home run of the week in a 6-5 Ball State victory. Chenoweth finished 1-for-3 with two runs scored. His home run proved to be the game-winning run for the Cardinals.
Currently, Chenoweth is batting .378 with four home runs and nine runs batted in. He has 14 hits in 15 games, two doubles, one triple, eight runs scored and an .811 slugging percentage.
The Fort Wayne, Ind., native will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Webster Yankees.
Chenoweth hit .455 (5-for-11) in four games for the Cardinals last week. Chenoweth belted three home runs, scored five times and drove in four runs as Ball State went undefeated him, 4-0, in the line-up. Chenoweth entered the week with no home runs. He clouted his first two of the season in the same inning against Anderson on March 26. The Ball State sophomore homered twice during an 11-run second inning as the Cardinals won, 20-12. Chenoweth finished the game 3-for-5 with two home runs, three RBI, two runs scored and a double.
Against Kent State on March 29, Chenoweth smashed his third home run of the week in a 6-5 Ball State victory. Chenoweth finished 1-for-3 with two runs scored. His home run proved to be the game-winning run for the Cardinals.
Currently, Chenoweth is batting .378 with four home runs and nine runs batted in. He has 14 hits in 15 games, two doubles, one triple, eight runs scored and an .811 slugging percentage.
The Fort Wayne, Ind., native will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Webster Yankees.
Hains (Watertown '07) Has It His Way, Again
For the third time this season, University at Buffalo sophomore Jeff Hains (Watertown '07) has earned honorable mention accolades from the Mid-America Conference. He was named to the league's honorable mention list for the week ending March 31, 2008.
Hains pitched a five-hit shutout over eight and two-thirds innings as Buffalo defeated Central Michigan, 1-0, on March 30 in Olean, N.Y. Hains scattered five hits, walked three and struck out three in his second victory of the season. He forced the Chippewas to strand at least one runner on base in seven of eight full innings.
This season, Hains is 2-2 with a 2.15 earned run average in seven appearances for the Bulls. He has thrown a team-high 37.2 innings and is second on the team in victories and earned run average and third in opponents batting average (.215).
The Mexico, N.Y., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Watertown Wizards. He went 1-2 with a 3.00 earned run average. Hains struck out 22 batters in 24 innings pitched and finished fourth on the Wizards in earned run average.
Hains pitched a five-hit shutout over eight and two-thirds innings as Buffalo defeated Central Michigan, 1-0, on March 30 in Olean, N.Y. Hains scattered five hits, walked three and struck out three in his second victory of the season. He forced the Chippewas to strand at least one runner on base in seven of eight full innings.
This season, Hains is 2-2 with a 2.15 earned run average in seven appearances for the Bulls. He has thrown a team-high 37.2 innings and is second on the team in victories and earned run average and third in opponents batting average (.215).
The Mexico, N.Y., native pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League last summer for the Watertown Wizards. He went 1-2 with a 3.00 earned run average. Hains struck out 22 batters in 24 innings pitched and finished fourth on the Wizards in earned run average.
Shapiro (Little Falls '08) Named Patriot League Pitcher of the Week
Holy Cross sophomore Matt Shapiro (Little Falls '08) has been chosen as the Patriot League Pitcher of the Week for the week ending March 30, 2008. It is Shapiro's first weekly accolade from the Patriot League.
Shapiro pitched a complete game two-hit shutout as Holy Cross defeated Lehigh, 1-0, in the first game of a doubleheader on March 29 in Bethlehem, Pa. Shapiro went the distance in the seven-inning contest, walked two, struck out five and stranded three Mountain Hawks on base. He faced three batters over the minimum and twice retired the side in order. It was Shapiro's second career start and his first complete game and shutout.
The Raynham, Mass., native is 1-1 with a 5.59 earned run average in eight appearances for the Crusaders. Shapiro has pitched 19.1 innings and struck out 12. He is second on the team in earned run average and appearances.
Shapiro will pitch in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Little Falls Miners.
Shapiro pitched a complete game two-hit shutout as Holy Cross defeated Lehigh, 1-0, in the first game of a doubleheader on March 29 in Bethlehem, Pa. Shapiro went the distance in the seven-inning contest, walked two, struck out five and stranded three Mountain Hawks on base. He faced three batters over the minimum and twice retired the side in order. It was Shapiro's second career start and his first complete game and shutout.
The Raynham, Mass., native is 1-1 with a 5.59 earned run average in eight appearances for the Crusaders. Shapiro has pitched 19.1 innings and struck out 12. He is second on the team in earned run average and appearances.
Shapiro will pitch in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Little Falls Miners.
NYCBL Duo Named To NE-10 Weekly Honor Roll
Pace University senior Jack Cawley (Elmira '06) and Bryant University sophomore Nick Campbell (Little Falls '08) were named to the Northeast 10 weekly honor roll for the week ending March 30. For Cawley, it's his second-straight honor roll mention.
Cawley batted .455 (10-for-22) in six games last week for the Pace University Setters. He scored eight runs, drove in five and collected four stolen bases as the Setters went 5-1. Cawley had four multi-hit games, scored runs in five of six games and drove in at least one run in four of six games. He went 3-for-5 with one RBI, one run and one stolen base on March 25 against Dominican. In a 21-3 triumph over Southern New Hampshire on March 29, Cawley had two hits, drove in two runs and scored thrice.
The Bronx, N.Y., native is batting .371 with five home runs and 18 runs batted in. He leads the Setters in hits (33), runs scored (24), home runs, walks (15), stolen bases (8) and slugging percentage (.573).
Cawley played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League in 2006 for the Elmira Pioneers. He hit .280 and drove in 16 runs for the Pioneers in 45 games. Cawley totaled 44 hits and stole a team-high 21 bases on 25 attempts. He spent the last two summers in the New England Collegiate Baseball League with the Holyoke Giants.
Campbell batted .583 (14-for-24) in five games last week for the Bryant University Bulldogs. He put together five multi-hit games, including four three-hit games, and tallied seven runs batted in, five runs scored, three doubles, one triple and two stolen bases. Campbell scored at least one run or drove in at least one run in all five Bulldogs games. He went 3-for-4 with one RBI against Bentley on March 24. After just two hits against Southern New Hampshire on March 25, Campbell scorched the Penmen for three hits, three runs batted in and three runs scored on March 27. The Bryant sophomore closed the week with six hits, two runs batted in and one run scored in two games against St. Rose.
Through 26 games, the Raynham, Mass., native is hitting .321 with 15 runs batted in. He has a team-high 36 hits and he is tied for second on the team with six stolen bases.
Campbell will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Little Falls Miners.
Cawley batted .455 (10-for-22) in six games last week for the Pace University Setters. He scored eight runs, drove in five and collected four stolen bases as the Setters went 5-1. Cawley had four multi-hit games, scored runs in five of six games and drove in at least one run in four of six games. He went 3-for-5 with one RBI, one run and one stolen base on March 25 against Dominican. In a 21-3 triumph over Southern New Hampshire on March 29, Cawley had two hits, drove in two runs and scored thrice.
The Bronx, N.Y., native is batting .371 with five home runs and 18 runs batted in. He leads the Setters in hits (33), runs scored (24), home runs, walks (15), stolen bases (8) and slugging percentage (.573).
Cawley played in the New York Collegiate Baseball League in 2006 for the Elmira Pioneers. He hit .280 and drove in 16 runs for the Pioneers in 45 games. Cawley totaled 44 hits and stole a team-high 21 bases on 25 attempts. He spent the last two summers in the New England Collegiate Baseball League with the Holyoke Giants.
Campbell batted .583 (14-for-24) in five games last week for the Bryant University Bulldogs. He put together five multi-hit games, including four three-hit games, and tallied seven runs batted in, five runs scored, three doubles, one triple and two stolen bases. Campbell scored at least one run or drove in at least one run in all five Bulldogs games. He went 3-for-4 with one RBI against Bentley on March 24. After just two hits against Southern New Hampshire on March 25, Campbell scorched the Penmen for three hits, three runs batted in and three runs scored on March 27. The Bryant sophomore closed the week with six hits, two runs batted in and one run scored in two games against St. Rose.
Through 26 games, the Raynham, Mass., native is hitting .321 with 15 runs batted in. He has a team-high 36 hits and he is tied for second on the team with six stolen bases.
Campbell will play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer for the Little Falls Miners.
Corbett (Plattsburgh '05) Garners NE-10 Pitching Accolades
Pace University senior Dustin Corbett (Plattsburgh '05) was chosen as the Northeast 10 Pitcher of the Week for the week ending March 30, 2008.
Last week, Corbett went 2-0 with a 0.69 earned run average and 13 strikeouts in two appearances for Pace University. He earned conference victories over Assumption and Southern New Hampshire. Corbett pitched a two-hit shutout over seven innings as Pace defeated Assumption, 7-0, on March 25. He walked two and struck out seven in his second victory of the season. Corbett sat down the first 10 batters he faced and allowed two runners past first base.
The Pace senior hurled a one-hitter over six innings as Pace defeated Southern New Hampshire, 10-4, on March 30. He allowed two runs (one earned), walked two and struck out four. Corbett retired the side in order in four of his six innings pitched.
The Vestal, N.Y., native is 3-0 with a 2.43 earned run average in five starts. Corbett leads the team with 31 strikeouts in 29.2 innings pitched. Opponents against Corbett are batting .194.
Corbett pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Plattsburgh Thunder. Primarily used as a reliever, Corbett was 0-2 with a 3.72 earned run average and one save in 11 appearances. He struck out 15 batters in 19.1 innings pitched.
Last week, Corbett went 2-0 with a 0.69 earned run average and 13 strikeouts in two appearances for Pace University. He earned conference victories over Assumption and Southern New Hampshire. Corbett pitched a two-hit shutout over seven innings as Pace defeated Assumption, 7-0, on March 25. He walked two and struck out seven in his second victory of the season. Corbett sat down the first 10 batters he faced and allowed two runners past first base.
The Pace senior hurled a one-hitter over six innings as Pace defeated Southern New Hampshire, 10-4, on March 30. He allowed two runs (one earned), walked two and struck out four. Corbett retired the side in order in four of his six innings pitched.
The Vestal, N.Y., native is 3-0 with a 2.43 earned run average in five starts. Corbett leads the team with 31 strikeouts in 29.2 innings pitched. Opponents against Corbett are batting .194.
Corbett pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Plattsburgh Thunder. Primarily used as a reliever, Corbett was 0-2 with a 3.72 earned run average and one save in 11 appearances. He struck out 15 batters in 19.1 innings pitched.
Bercume (Bennington '08) Tabbed NE-10 Player of the Week
Merrimack University junior Jeff Bercume (Bennington '08) has been chosen as the Northeast-10 Player of the Week for the week ending March 30, 2008.
Bercume batted .586 (17-for-29) in seven games last week for the Merrimack University Warriors. He scored seven runs, drove in six, stole three bases and tallied a .655 slugging percentage. Bercume totaled six-straight multi-hit games and finished the week with a 6-for-6 performance against American International on March 30. The junior outfielder helped Merrimack to its first doubleheader sweep of the season on March 27 against Oakland City. For the twin bill, he went 4-for-6 with three runs batted in and three runs scored.
Bercume's season-high six hits against American International helped Merrimack to a 14-1 victory. After recording a hit in his first at-bat, Bercume batted twice in Merrimack's seven-run fourth inning and totaled two hits, one run scored and one RBI. He singled in the sixth, tripled and scored in the eighth and swatted a two-run single in the ninth.
Through 17 games, the Leicester, Mass., native is batting a team-high .409 with one home run and nine runs batted in. He also leads the Warriors with 27 hits and five stolen bases. Earlier this week, Bercume tallied his seventh-straight multi-hit game with a pair of hits against St. Rose. He was named first-team All-Northeast 10 last season.
Bercume has signed a contract with the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Bennington Bombers for the 2008 season.
Bercume batted .586 (17-for-29) in seven games last week for the Merrimack University Warriors. He scored seven runs, drove in six, stole three bases and tallied a .655 slugging percentage. Bercume totaled six-straight multi-hit games and finished the week with a 6-for-6 performance against American International on March 30. The junior outfielder helped Merrimack to its first doubleheader sweep of the season on March 27 against Oakland City. For the twin bill, he went 4-for-6 with three runs batted in and three runs scored.
Bercume's season-high six hits against American International helped Merrimack to a 14-1 victory. After recording a hit in his first at-bat, Bercume batted twice in Merrimack's seven-run fourth inning and totaled two hits, one run scored and one RBI. He singled in the sixth, tripled and scored in the eighth and swatted a two-run single in the ninth.
Through 17 games, the Leicester, Mass., native is batting a team-high .409 with one home run and nine runs batted in. He also leads the Warriors with 27 hits and five stolen bases. Earlier this week, Bercume tallied his seventh-straight multi-hit game with a pair of hits against St. Rose. He was named first-team All-Northeast 10 last season.
Bercume has signed a contract with the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Bennington Bombers for the 2008 season.
Dziomba (Niagara '07) Named To Weekly GLIAC Honor Roll
Gannon University junior Jonathan Dziomba (Niagara '07) was selected to the weekly honor roll in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for the week ending March 30, 2008.
Dziomba batted .385 (5-for-13) in four games for Gannon University last week. He drove in four runs, scored one run and stole three bases. Dziomba powered Gannon to it's lone victory of the week against Penn State-Beaver in the opening game of a doubleheader on March 30. He went 2-for-3 with two runs batted in, one run scored and three stolen bases in a 4-0 Gannon win. In the third inning, Dziomba doubled home the Knights second run, stole third and scored on a single. Dziomba tallied two more stolen bases in the fifth inning after driving in Gannon's fourth and final run.
The Gannon junior is currently batting .396 with two home runs and 17 runs batted in. He has a team-high 21 hits to go along with 15 runs scored, six doubles, one triple, five stolen bases and a .667 slugging percentage. Dziomba is tied for the team lead in runs and doubles and he is second in batting average to Greg Radwan (Niagara '07).
Last summer, Dziomba batted .277 for the Niagara Power of the New York Collegiate Baseball League. He led the Power with 33 runs batted in over 41 games. Dziomba added 49 hits, 23 runs scored, seven doubles, nine walks and four stolen bases. His older brother, Josh, played for the NYCBL's Wayne County Raptors in 2005.
Dziomba batted .385 (5-for-13) in four games for Gannon University last week. He drove in four runs, scored one run and stole three bases. Dziomba powered Gannon to it's lone victory of the week against Penn State-Beaver in the opening game of a doubleheader on March 30. He went 2-for-3 with two runs batted in, one run scored and three stolen bases in a 4-0 Gannon win. In the third inning, Dziomba doubled home the Knights second run, stole third and scored on a single. Dziomba tallied two more stolen bases in the fifth inning after driving in Gannon's fourth and final run.
The Gannon junior is currently batting .396 with two home runs and 17 runs batted in. He has a team-high 21 hits to go along with 15 runs scored, six doubles, one triple, five stolen bases and a .667 slugging percentage. Dziomba is tied for the team lead in runs and doubles and he is second in batting average to Greg Radwan (Niagara '07).
Last summer, Dziomba batted .277 for the Niagara Power of the New York Collegiate Baseball League. He led the Power with 33 runs batted in over 41 games. Dziomba added 49 hits, 23 runs scored, seven doubles, nine walks and four stolen bases. His older brother, Josh, played for the NYCBL's Wayne County Raptors in 2005.
Ash (Elmira '08) Chosen As Empire 8 Player of the Week
Ithaca College junior catcher Drew Ash (Elmira '08) has been selected as the Empire 8 Player of the Week for the week ending March 31, 2008. It's the first time this season that the Bombers backstop has won the award.
Ash hit .529 (9-for-17) in five games last week as Ithaca went 5-0 with a road victory over New Paltz and a four-game series sweep of Stevens. Ash recorded at least one hit in all five contests and he put together three multi-hit games. He totaled three runs batted in, five runs scored, two doubles and one home run. Ash collected three hits and scored one run against New Paltz on March 26. The Ithaca junior went 2-for-4 with one RBI and two runs scored in the conference opener against Stevens on March 28. Ash slammed his second home run of the season against Stevens on March 29 and he also doubled and scored two runs.
The Denville, N.J., native is currently batting .346 with two home runs and six runs batted in through 16 games. He has 18 hits, 14 runs scored, three doubles, one triple and six walks.
Ash has signed to play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer with the Elmira Pioneers.
Ash hit .529 (9-for-17) in five games last week as Ithaca went 5-0 with a road victory over New Paltz and a four-game series sweep of Stevens. Ash recorded at least one hit in all five contests and he put together three multi-hit games. He totaled three runs batted in, five runs scored, two doubles and one home run. Ash collected three hits and scored one run against New Paltz on March 26. The Ithaca junior went 2-for-4 with one RBI and two runs scored in the conference opener against Stevens on March 28. Ash slammed his second home run of the season against Stevens on March 29 and he also doubled and scored two runs.
The Denville, N.J., native is currently batting .346 with two home runs and six runs batted in through 16 games. He has 18 hits, 14 runs scored, three doubles, one triple and six walks.
Ash has signed to play in the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer with the Elmira Pioneers.
Back-To-Back Empire 8 Accolades For Ithaca Ace
For the second-straight week, Ithaca College senior Nick Sottung (Genesee Valley '05) has been named the Empire 8 Pitcher of the Week. Sottung was the conference's Pitcher of the Week last week after throwing six shutout innings against Gettysburg College on March 21.
This past week, Sottung earned two victories in four days and helped the Ithaca College Bombers off to an undefeated start in conference play. He went 2-0 with a 0.00 earned run average and 11 strikeouts in 11 innings pitched. Sottung pitched five scoreless innings of relief at New Paltz on March 26. He allowed three hits, walked one and struck out five as Ithaca rallied for a 6-3 come-from-behind victory over their non-conference foes.
Saturday, on two days rest, Sottung pitched a three-hitter over six innings as Ithaca routed Stevens, 12-1, in Hoboken, N.J. The senior allowed one unearned run and struck out six for his fourth victory of the season. Sottung did not allow a runner past first base in the first five innings and faced three batters over the minimum for the game.
The Pulaski, N.Y., native is 4-0 with a 2.43 earned run average. He has allowed eight earned runs through 29.2 innings pitched and he has 25 strikeouts. Sottung leads the Bombers in victories and innings pitched and he is second on the team in strikeouts and starts. Sottung is 27-8 through his four-year career and needs one more victory to tie the school record (28) that was set by his cousin, Kyle Sottung (Watertown '01).
Sottung pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Genesee Valley Riverbats. He made five starts for the Riverbats and went 1-1 with a 3.71 earned run average. Sottung pitched for the Green Bay Bullfrogs of the Northwoods League last summer.
This past week, Sottung earned two victories in four days and helped the Ithaca College Bombers off to an undefeated start in conference play. He went 2-0 with a 0.00 earned run average and 11 strikeouts in 11 innings pitched. Sottung pitched five scoreless innings of relief at New Paltz on March 26. He allowed three hits, walked one and struck out five as Ithaca rallied for a 6-3 come-from-behind victory over their non-conference foes.
Saturday, on two days rest, Sottung pitched a three-hitter over six innings as Ithaca routed Stevens, 12-1, in Hoboken, N.J. The senior allowed one unearned run and struck out six for his fourth victory of the season. Sottung did not allow a runner past first base in the first five innings and faced three batters over the minimum for the game.
The Pulaski, N.Y., native is 4-0 with a 2.43 earned run average. He has allowed eight earned runs through 29.2 innings pitched and he has 25 strikeouts. Sottung leads the Bombers in victories and innings pitched and he is second on the team in strikeouts and starts. Sottung is 27-8 through his four-year career and needs one more victory to tie the school record (28) that was set by his cousin, Kyle Sottung (Watertown '01).
Sottung pitched in the New York Collegiate Baseball League for the 2005 Genesee Valley Riverbats. He made five starts for the Riverbats and went 1-1 with a 3.71 earned run average. Sottung pitched for the Green Bay Bullfrogs of the Northwoods League last summer.
Zongol (Saratoga '06-'07) Hits The Trifecta
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute senior Joe Zongol (Saratoga '06-'07) has been named the Liberty League Pitcher of the Week for the week ending March 31, 2008. Zongol has won the award two weeks in a row and three times overall this season.
Zongol pitched a seven-inning complete game as RPI defeated Vassar, 8-2, on March 30 in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Zongol allowed one earned run on four hits, walked one and struck out nine. The RPI senior retired 12 of the final 13 batters he faced. In the final four innings, just two Vassar batters managed to hit the ball to the outfield against Zongol.
The Flower Mound, Texas, native is 3-1 with a 0.61 earned run average. He leads the Red Hawks in most pitching categories including wins, ERA, innings pitched and strikeouts.
Zongol pitched two seasons for the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Saratoga Phillies (2006, 2007). He helped the team to back-to-back playoff appearances as well as the 2006 Eastern Division championship and the league championship.
Zongol pitched a seven-inning complete game as RPI defeated Vassar, 8-2, on March 30 in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Zongol allowed one earned run on four hits, walked one and struck out nine. The RPI senior retired 12 of the final 13 batters he faced. In the final four innings, just two Vassar batters managed to hit the ball to the outfield against Zongol.
The Flower Mound, Texas, native is 3-1 with a 0.61 earned run average. He leads the Red Hawks in most pitching categories including wins, ERA, innings pitched and strikeouts.
Zongol pitched two seasons for the New York Collegiate Baseball League's Saratoga Phillies (2006, 2007). He helped the team to back-to-back playoff appearances as well as the 2006 Eastern Division championship and the league championship.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Glens Falls To Play Exhibition Against NYPD
The Glens Falls Golden Eagles of the New York Collegiate Baseball League will play an exhibition game against the New York City Police Department baseball team, New York's Finest, on Saturday, June 20, at East Field in Glens Falls, N.Y. The game will begin at 7:00 p.m.
Proceeds from the game will go to benefit local D.A.R.E. and Cops Care programs. All tickets to the game will be general admission and sold at $5.00. According to the Golden Eagles press release, there will also be a 50/50 raffle and other events to raise funds at the game.
New York's Finest Baseball Club consists of 30 New York City police officers who work in various communities throughout the city. This season, the team will compete in two men's senior leagues in New York City, the Parade Grounds League and the New York Metro Baseball League. In addition, New York's Finest will play against New York's Bravest (FDNY) in an August exhibition game at Brooklyn's Keyspan Park and in the Anthony Vasquez Memorial Tournament and the Columbus, Ohio Public Safety Tournament. The team has finished with 40 wins or more in three of the last five seasons.
The Glens Falls Golden Eagles are the only summer collegiate team in the nation on the schedule of New York's Finest. More more information, please go to http://www.nyfinestbaseball.com.
Proceeds from the game will go to benefit local D.A.R.E. and Cops Care programs. All tickets to the game will be general admission and sold at $5.00. According to the Golden Eagles press release, there will also be a 50/50 raffle and other events to raise funds at the game.
New York's Finest Baseball Club consists of 30 New York City police officers who work in various communities throughout the city. This season, the team will compete in two men's senior leagues in New York City, the Parade Grounds League and the New York Metro Baseball League. In addition, New York's Finest will play against New York's Bravest (FDNY) in an August exhibition game at Brooklyn's Keyspan Park and in the Anthony Vasquez Memorial Tournament and the Columbus, Ohio Public Safety Tournament. The team has finished with 40 wins or more in three of the last five seasons.
The Glens Falls Golden Eagles are the only summer collegiate team in the nation on the schedule of New York's Finest. More more information, please go to http://www.nyfinestbaseball.com.
Seven NYCBL Alums On MLB Opening Day Rosters
Jeremy Accardo (Wellsville '02), Toronto
Brett Carroll (Hornell '02), Florida
Rajai Davis (Hornell '00), San Francisco
Brendan Harris (Schenectady '99), Minnesota
Tim Hudson (Hornell '94), Atlanta
John McDonald (Cohocton '93), Toronto
Hunter Pence (Schenectady '02), Houston
Brad Lidge (Ithaca '96) is on Philadelphia's 40-man roster. He is currently on the 15-day disabled list. Josh Kinney (Hornell '98) is on the 40-man roster of the St. Louis Cardinals. He is on the 15-day disable list.
Brett Carroll (Hornell '02), Florida
Rajai Davis (Hornell '00), San Francisco
Brendan Harris (Schenectady '99), Minnesota
Tim Hudson (Hornell '94), Atlanta
John McDonald (Cohocton '93), Toronto
Hunter Pence (Schenectady '02), Houston
Brad Lidge (Ithaca '96) is on Philadelphia's 40-man roster. He is currently on the 15-day disabled list. Josh Kinney (Hornell '98) is on the 40-man roster of the St. Louis Cardinals. He is on the 15-day disable list.
Geneva Red Wings Roster Released
The Geneva Red Wings of the New York Collegiate Baseball League have posted a roster for the 2008 season. You can view the roster by clicking here.
Dave Herbst returns for his sixth season at the helm of the Geneva Red Wings. He is the longest serving manager in the league. Last summer, he skippered the Red Wings to their best showing in recent memory with a 26-16 regular season record and a near first place finish in the competitive Western Division. Elmira won the division title based on a head-to-head tiebreaker with Geneva. The Red Wings made the NYCBL playoffs for the first time since 2003 and advanced to the Western Division finals before falling to eventual league champion Elmira, two games to none. Four players were named All-NYCBL including first-team selections Ashton Mowdy (Eastern Oklahoma State) and Kyle Bellamy (Miami Fla.)
Catcher Nick Spears (Texas Pan-American) is the lone returning player from the 2007 Red Wings. Spears hit .277 with one home run and 14 runs batted in for Geneva in 34 games. He shared the catching duties last season with Julio Gomez (Coker) and Brett Burch (Oral Roberts). This year's Geneva roster includes players from the University of Notre Dame, South Florida, George Mason and Holy Cross among others.
The New York Collegiate Baseball League and the Northeast Collegiate Baseball League have called Geneva home since the mid-1990s. The Geneva Knights (not the same franchise as the current edition) won the league championship in 1998. Five years later, the first-year Red Wings finished second in the Western Division and competed in the Western Division playoffs against the Hornell Dodgers. In 2006, Geneva outfielder Nick Stewart was named the New York Collegiate Baseball League Player of the Year.
Dave Herbst returns for his sixth season at the helm of the Geneva Red Wings. He is the longest serving manager in the league. Last summer, he skippered the Red Wings to their best showing in recent memory with a 26-16 regular season record and a near first place finish in the competitive Western Division. Elmira won the division title based on a head-to-head tiebreaker with Geneva. The Red Wings made the NYCBL playoffs for the first time since 2003 and advanced to the Western Division finals before falling to eventual league champion Elmira, two games to none. Four players were named All-NYCBL including first-team selections Ashton Mowdy (Eastern Oklahoma State) and Kyle Bellamy (Miami Fla.)
Catcher Nick Spears (Texas Pan-American) is the lone returning player from the 2007 Red Wings. Spears hit .277 with one home run and 14 runs batted in for Geneva in 34 games. He shared the catching duties last season with Julio Gomez (Coker) and Brett Burch (Oral Roberts). This year's Geneva roster includes players from the University of Notre Dame, South Florida, George Mason and Holy Cross among others.
The New York Collegiate Baseball League and the Northeast Collegiate Baseball League have called Geneva home since the mid-1990s. The Geneva Knights (not the same franchise as the current edition) won the league championship in 1998. Five years later, the first-year Red Wings finished second in the Western Division and competed in the Western Division playoffs against the Hornell Dodgers. In 2006, Geneva outfielder Nick Stewart was named the New York Collegiate Baseball League Player of the Year.
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