Posts in Canadian Futures Showcase
Worden: Dream come true for Hughes to play at Rogers Centre in Futures Showcase

“After attending last year’s Canadian Futures Showcase in Ottawa, earning a spot back at the event in 2023 means just a little bit more to John Hughes (Mississauga, Ont.).

Coming to the Rogers Centre to watch the Toronto Blue Jays growing up, Hughes is getting to range the same field as some of his baseball heroes this week for Team Grey.

“I’ve always dreamed of playing here,” the Ontario Blue Jays outfielder said after helping his team to a 7-1 win Thursday. “On showcase day, it was very cool. Just looking up and seeing everything, just being on the field and seeing how big it is.”

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Fitzpatrick: Macdonald's versatility on display at Canadian Futures Showcase

“He bats from the right, then switches around and bats from the left in the same game.

He starts at second base, then puts on the catcher’s gear when the team needs a signal caller change.

Heck, he’s even gotten up on the mound and pitched a scoreless inning against top Canadian talent during last year’s Canadian Futures Showcase.

Kamloops, B.C. native Matt Macdonald’s proverbial toolbox isn’t just full, it’s overflowing.”

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