“There’s something unique about the Team Red dugout at the Canadian Futures Showcase.
As Andrew Albers and Dustin Molleken roam about preparing for their next game, it’s not lost that the two Saskatchewan-born former big leaguers are standing side-by-side throughout the week.”
Read MoreThe Chicago Cubs have recalled outfielder/first baseman Jared Young (Prince George, B.C.) from triple-A.
Read MoreCanadian Baseball Network editor Kevin Glew’s weekly “But What Do I Know?” column discusses Edouard Julien, Josh Naylor, Cal Quantrill, Matt Brash and Jose Bautista.
Read MoreScout John Castleberry of Orleans, Mass., who scouted and signed Joey Votto (Etobicoke, Ont.) for the Cincinnati Reds in 2002, has been named the Canadian Baseball Network 30th annual Scout of the Year.
Read More“A former major league outfielder, a World Series manager, a man who has represented Canada proudly around the world and two icons of the Ontario sandlots make up the Baseball Ontario’s Hall of Fame class of 2023.
Frank Colman (London), who spent six years in the majors with the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Yankees; Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson (Corunna); Baseball Canada, director of national teams Greg Hamilton (Peterborough), the late Troy May (Oshawa) and the late Len Andrews (Campbellville) complete the class.”
Read MoreCanadian Baseball Network editor Kevin Glew’s weekly “But What Do I Know?” column discusses Cal Quantrill, Bo Naylor, Josh Naylor, James Paxton, Matt Brash, John Olerud and Jason Bay.
Read MoreCanadian Baseball Network editor Kevin Glew shares some updates on Jordan Balazovic, Andy Yerzy, Eric Cerantola, Jonah Weisner and Steve Charles.
Read MoreCanadian Baseball Network editor Kevin Glew’s weekly “But What Do I Know?” column discusses Bo Naylor, Jordan Romano, Joey Votto, Edouard Julien and Jeff Heath.
Read MoreLeft-hander Rob Zastryzny (Edmonton, Alta.) was called up by the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday to start against the Chicago Cubs.
Read MoreOn this date 30 years ago, Kevin Reimer (Enderby, B.C.) became the first Canadian to have six hits in a major league game since 1900.
Read MoreABC and Junior National Team alum Edouard Julien (Levis, Que.) drove in both runs for the Minnesota Twins in their 2-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday at Target Field.
Read MoreKevin Glew’s weekly “But What Do I Know?” column discusses Matt Brash, Edouard Julien, Tyler O’Neill, Fergie Jenkins, Joey Votto and Bo Bichette.
Read MoreBob Elliott writes that the Naylor brothers - Josh, Bo and Myles - own three of the top six MLB draft signing bonuses paid to Canucks.
Read MoreCincinnati Reds slugger Joey Votto (Etobicoke, Ont.) is closing in on more of Maple Ridge, B.C. native Larry Walker’s all-time major league records.
Read MoreAll it took was Oakland A’s scout Matt Higginson convincing his bosses on the talents and pedigree of Myles Naylor.
And when Oakland selected Ontario Blue Jays 3B Naylor (Mississauga, Ont.) 39th overall in the July draft, the signing by Higginson (Grimsby, Ont.) vaulted Oakland from 19th in overall TSCT (Team Spending on Canadian Teams) to a solid 10th.
Read MoreCanadian Baseball Network contributor George Farelli summarizes the transactions involving Canadians from the affiliated minor league and independent ranks from the past week.
Read MoreFormer Cambridge Terriers right-hander Peter Rywak shares his memories of the Terriers’ Intercounty Baseball League title that the team secured 40 years ago. Unfortunately, it would also be the team’s final season.
Read MoreCanadian Baseball Network writer Tyson Shushkewich takes a look at the five Canadians he believes are most likely next in line to make their MLB debuts.
Read MoreThere may not be a better feeling in the world than hearing your name called on draft day. For Junior National Team alum Jérémy Pilon (Salaberry-De-Valleyfield, Que), it’s an experience he’s had twice. Last year, he was selected in the 18th round by the Toronto Blue Jays but opted not to sign. This year, he was chosen by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 18th round and signed with the club and has since started his pro career in the Florida Complex League.
Read MoreFormer Toronto Blue Jays right-hander and Vancouver native Scott Richmond reflects on his time playing with Jose Bautista and Scott Rolen.
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