By Play Global!, www.play-global.org Coaches Pat Doyle and Sam Dempster just wrapped up their trip to Uganda. Over three weeks, these two seasoned baseball coaches worked with teachers, coaches and players. They…
RHP Eric Massingham from Stuttgart Reds to Mainz Athletics
The Mainz Athletics have signed right-handed pitcher Eric Massingham. He is coming from the Stuttgart Reds, where he had celebrated his German Baseball-Bundesliga debut last year. In 13 starts he had an…
Robin Schmich joins Mannheim Tornados in May
The Mannheim Tornados have announced their first acquisition for the 2016 season. Utility man Rob Schmich transfers from the Stuttgart Reds to the Tornados. He played for Stuttgart since 2011 and helped…
Julsan Kamara ends Active Career
20-year-old German outfielder Julsan Kamara has ended his baseball career according to a news article from the Buchbinder Legionaere Regensburg a couple of days ago. He played the past two seasons with…
Euro League Baseball set to start 4-Team 2016 Season
Press Release Euro League Baseball The European Association of Professional Baseball (EAPB) is pleased to announce the definite start of Euro League Baseball (ELB) in 2016. After its foundation in May 2015…
News about Czech Preparations ahead of WBC Qualifier in Mexicali
The preparations for the World Baseball Classic Qualifiers for all European teams are well on their way. However not much has been announced. The Czech Baseball Association (CBA) posted an interview with…
Jadd Schmeltzer replaces Chris Mezger at Solingen Alligators
The Solingen Alligators announced on Tuesday that they have signed right-handed pitcher Jadd Schmeltzer as new starting pitcher for game two each week in the German Baseball-Bundesliga. The 27-year-old is replacing Chris…
Swiss Federation releases Preliminary Softball National Team Roster
The Swiss Baseball and Softball Federation has released a preliminary roster for the Women’s Softball National Team, which will compete in the WBSC Women’s Softball World Championship in Surrey, Canada in July….
Dodgers Prospect uncertain about Participation in WBC Qualifier in Mexicali
19-year-old left-hander Julio Urias, one of the best pitching prospects in all of Baseball, is still uncertain if he will play for Mexico at the upcoming World Baseball Classic Qualifier in Mexicali…
Edwin Rodriguez remains Manager of Puerto Rico for 2017 WBC
The 2013 runner up has started preparations for the upcoming World Baseball Classic. The President of the Puerto Rican Baseball Federation, Dr. Jose Quiles chaired a meeting with manager Edwin Rodriguez and…
Therwil Flyers add Devon Barker, Michael Stowers
The Swiss Nationalliga A club Therwil Flyers have added two new players for the upcoming season. Utility man Michael Stowers is coming from the Czech Extraleague club Eagles Prague to Switzerland, where…
Lucas Dickman returns to Mainz Athletics
Right-handed pitcher Lucas Dickman return to the Mainz Athletics. The 19-year-old played one season with the Buchbinder Legionaere Regensburg in 2015. In 12 games with Regensburg he went 3-1 with two saves…
Wuillians Vasquez cleared to play for Nicaragua in World Baseball Classic Qualifier
32-year-old Venezuelan infielder Wuillians Vasquez apparently got cleared to play for Nicaragua in the upcoming World Baseball Classic Qualifier in Mexicali, Mexico. The former minor leaguer with the New York Yankees has…
William Thorp joins Munich-Haar Disciples
The Munich-Haar Disciples have signed a new catcher. William Thorp joins the club to join duties behind the plate together with Jose Palacios, who will return for a second season. The Canadian…
New Baseball Documentary „Fastball“ narrated by Kevin Costner
Press Release Gravitas Ventures On Thursday, March 24, people in more than 50 Major and Minor League markets will be on deck for one-night-only fan screenings of “Fastball.” This timeless documentary will…
World Baseball Classic Inc. grants MP & Silva Media Distribution Rights for 2017 World Baseball Classic
Press Release Major League Baseball MP & Silva, a leading international media rights agency, has been granted the global media distribution rights for all games of the 2017 World Baseball Classic and…
World Baseball Hall of Fame announces 2015 International Player of the Year, 6 New Inductees
Press Release World Baseball Hall of Fame TORONTO, February 22, 2016: The World Baseball Hall of Fame today is honored to announce its annual awards and its six 2016 inductees, the third…
Czech Coaching Staff for World Baseball Classic Qualifier revealed
By Ján Jabrocký, www.milujeme-baseball.cz The Czech Baseball Association announced the coaching staff for the upcoming World Baseball Classic Qualifier in Mexico. The head coach remains Mike Griffin. Griffin begins his fourth season…
Kathy Coyle new Head Coach of Swiss Softball National Team
The Swiss Baseball and Softball Federation (SBSF) announced on Sunday that Kathy Coyle is taking over the role as head coach of the Swiss Softball National Team. She is succeeding Jerome Mueller…
Blake Hassebrock and Jan Tomek join Buchbinder Legionaere Regensburg
The Buchbinder Legionaere Regensburg announced two new acquisitions for the 2017 season in the German Baseball-Bundesliga. Blake Hassebrock and Jan Tomek reinforce the pitching staff after Gianny Fracchiolla, Wolfgang Reitter and Lucas…
New Logo, Nations unveiled for LG Presents WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup 2016 Gijang (KOR)
Press Release World Baseball Softball Confederation LAUSANNE, Switzerland — The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) today unveiled the new official visual identity of the Women’s Baseball World Cup, the pinnacle platform and…
Baseball Tournament for Finkstonball 2016 is set
The organizers of the Baseball and Softball Tournament Finkstonball (May 13 to 16 in Attnang-Puchheim, Austria) have announced the lineup for the baseball tournament. Eight teams will compete for the trophy. Attnang-Puchheim…
Ricardo Hernandez leaves Vaessen Pioniers for ASD Rimini
Left-handed pitcher Ricardo Hernandez has left the Dutch Hoofdklasse club Vaessen Pioniers to join the Italian Baseball League champion ASD Rimini for the 2016 season. The Venezuelan southpaw with Spanish passport already…
Netherlands, France, Germany, International Stars participate in 2016 Yoshida Challenge
The French Baseball and Softball Federation (FFBS) has announced the participants for the 2016 Yoshida Challenge. The second edition of the France International Baseball Tournament will be played from August 31 to…
Venezuela names Omar Vizquel Manager of World Baseball Classic Team
After a month long selection process with more than 10 candidates, Venezuela has found a new manager for its World Baseball Classic team. Detroit Tigers first base coach and former shortstop wizard…