Former Gator and major leaguer Matt Den Dekker has taken a job on the Charleston Southern coaching staff for 2021. Den Dekker was an integral part of the Florida Gators from 2007-10, helping the program reach the College World Series in 2010. Playing Career Den Dekker came to UF and …
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MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day
April 15, 1947. It’s one of the most important dates in the history of Major League Baseball. 73 years ago, Jackie Robinson made his debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers. In doing so, he became the first African-American ballplayer in the MLB. Each year on April 15, players celebrate Jackie Robinson Day …
Read More »Pete Alonso Making the Most Out of Extra Time
With the offseason going into extra innings, former Gator and Mets’ first baseman Pete Alonso is making the most out of his added time. Opening Day was originally on Thursday. However, the coronavirus outbreak has postponed the return of baseball. Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred gave an update on …
Read More »Girardi, Phillies ready for 2020 season
In 2019, the Philadelphia Phillies finished fourth in the NL East and Gabe Kapler was fired before the NLCS. Now, Joe Girardi has his Phillies ready for the 2020 season. Offseason in review On October 24th, the Phillies announced the hiring of Girardi and he was later introduced. In addition, …
Read More »Caught Stealing: Astros Accused of Stealing Signs During 2017 World-Series Run
Trouble is brewing in Texas for a former championship-winning team. Less than three weeks ago, the Houston Astros suffered a heart-wrenching loss in the World Series to the Washington Nationals. The thrilling, seven-game finale to the postseason marked the Nationals’ first World Series crown in team history. In turn, the …
Read More »Pete Alonso Named NL Rookie of the Year
Pete Alonso stepped into the batter’s box, waggled his bat once and watched a fastball from Atlanta Braves pitcher Mike Foltynewicz come down the heart of the plate. Alonso stepped through, transferred his weight forward and effortlessly sent the pitch sailing in the opposite direction. The ball dropped over the …
Read More »Former Met Carlos Beltran Takes Over as Manager
The New York Mets announced on Monday that former outfielder Carlos Beltran will be the team’s new manager. The nine-time MLB All-Star spent seven years with the Mets organization from 2005 to 2011. Furthermore, Beltran earned three Golden Gloves and two Silver Sluggers during his time with the Mets. Beltran …
Read More »Angels Land Big Fish in Joe Maddon
The Los Angeles Angels were able to reel in the biggest fish in the lake. They got Joe Maddon, previously the manager of the Chicago Cubs and Tampa Bay Rays, to come back to where it all began. He previously spent 31 years with the Angels organization, 12 in the …
Read More »Pete Alonso Sets MLB Rookie Home Run Record
Former Florida Gators and Current New York Mets all-star, Pete Alonso, hit his 53rd home run of the season, setting new rookie season record. Alonso broke the record set by Aaron Judge in 2017. It’s safe to say the crowd went insane. The most homers EVER by a rookie. Take …
Read More »Pete Alonso Continues Historic Rookie Season
The dream season for Pete Alonso continues. The former Florida Gator has busted onto the scene in his rookie season. The New York Mets and the rest of baseball once again saw why Alonso will most likely be the NL Rookie of The Year. In Wednesday’s game against the Colorado …
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