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Mariners Spring Training Preview: Can They Take the Next Step?

Sunday March 9, 2025

The Seattle Mariners have struggled to get over the hump. Despite having no shortage of stars over the past two decades — Ichiro Suzuki, Félix Hernández, Adrián Beltré and Robinson Canó, to …
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How the Relationship between HCC and the New York Yankees is Growing the Game of Baseball in a Unique Way

Thursday April 6, 2023

Across the country, collegiate baseball programs continue to develop at a monstrous rate every year. By allocating money towards new facilities and technology, schools strive to give its players the …
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Rating the 6 Ballparks I Visited of the Grapefruit League: Photo Gallery and More

Saturday March 25, 2023

In the past week, I drove a total of 1,166 miles across the Sunshine State as I explored 7 different Grapefruit League ballparks of  Major League Baseball during the 2023 Spring Training season. I …
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Tigers roar to victory with explosive late-game rally against Red Sox

Sunday March 19, 2023

For eight straight innings, the Detroit Tigers just couldn’t find their groove. Being down 2-1 without any star power, their backs were against the wall until they struck gold. A five-run fifth …
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Fan Interviews at Lecom Park, Pirates Vs. Braves

Sunday March 19, 2023

On Sunday, March 12th, I went to Bradenton, FL, to visit the Pirates Spring Training stadium, Lecom Park. Lecom Park is also home to the pirates Single-A team, the Bradenton Marauders, when Spring …
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Philadelphia Phillies are Dominated at Home in Clearwater by Atlanta Braves (3/14/23)

Sunday March 19, 2023

The Philadelphia Phillies hosted the Atlanta Braves in Clearwater, Florida, last Tuesday, March 14th, for a Spring Training game in the Grapefruit League. The Phillies could not put on a show for …
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The Pittsburgh Pirates Celebrate 100 Years of Baseball in Bradenton

Sunday March 19, 2023

Last Friday, the Pittsburgh Pirates celebrated their 55th season and 100th year of baseball in Bradenton, Florida. On March 17th, I went down to Lecom park, where the Pirates host their Spring …
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Yankees Come-Back Effort Falls Short as Phillies Hold on to Win Thriller

Wednesday March 15, 2023

After a 47-minute first inning, the Yankees found themselves on the wrong end of a 7-1 deficit. New York burned through three pitchers in the prolonged the inning. By the time the second inning …
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Tigers’ Win 16-7: Meadows Bros’ Shine as Braves Bullpen Struggles

Wednesday March 15, 2023

Despite a strong outing from Braves’ veteran RHP Charlie Morton and an early 5-0 lead, the Detroit Tigers roar back to win 16-7 on Sunday in North Port. Final From North Port🏝: @tigers 16 …
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Talia Baia

Friday March 10, 2023

My name is Talia Baia, and I am a sophomore at the University of Florida. I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in journalism with a specialization in sports and media. In the future, I would like a …
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Jesse Simmons

Friday March 10, 2023

Hi! My name is Jess Simmons. I am currently a junior, from Deland, Florida, attending the University of Florida to pursue a career in Sports Journalism. Being able to connect with others through …

Reflection in an Odd Time

Thursday March 19, 2020

Spring break is usually a mixture of a beach, pool, sunglasses and sunscreen for me. This year, I was still applying sunscreen, but in a much different setting. The Grapefruit League spring training …

Ray vs Pirates in Port Charlotte: Everything Except the Game

Friday March 6, 2020

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Fans Follow the Mets to Watch Tebow

Saturday March 10, 2018

Tebow Mania is still going strong in Florida since the Mets organization wittingly employed Tim Tebow to play baseball for them in Spring Training. Fans come from all over the state and country to …
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A Blue Jay’s Double – A Couple’s Love for Working In Baseball

Wednesday March 7, 2018

A clutter of deep blue shirts and jerseys inhabited Dunedin Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. Fans eager to watch the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Atlanta Braves during their spring training campaign …