When the 2020 season ended, Rhode Island was one of the hottest teams in New England and Austin White was one of its leaders. The Rams were 8-5 with victories against a pair of nationally-ranked opponents in Central Michigan and Arizona on their resume. They had scored double-digit runs in five … [Read more...]
Division 3 insider: Top NESCAC Players to Watch in 2021
New England’s Division 3 schools had the most baseball left to play when the 2020 season was cut short due to the coronavirus pandemic in March. Many teams played just a handful of games, some had their spring trips shortened or canceled, and a select few hadn’t played a game. As the spring draws … [Read more...]
NCAA transfers: UConn adds California junior college All-American pitcher
As preparations for the 2021 season continue, New England Baseball Journal’s look at transfers across all levels of the college game does as well. Our latest “transfer tracker” is filled with talent entering New England from outside of the region, including an addition to the UConn pitching staff … [Read more...]
Northeastern ace: Kyle Murphy looks to again lead talented pitching staff
Though it was short lived, the 2020 season was a great one for Northeastern. The Huskies boasted the nation’s No. 11 RPI -- tops in the Colonial Athletic Association -- after winning 10 of their last 12 games on the way to a 10-5 finish. Included in the team’s successes were a three-game series … [Read more...]
The UConn closer tradition: Wallace latest Husky to make jump to pros
From walk-ons turned regulars and impact transfers to postseason heroes and Major League Baseball players, Jim Penders has developed his fair share of success stories during his time in the University of Connecticut dugout. The Huskies have only played a partial season -- due to COVID-19, of course … [Read more...]
NCAA transfers: UMass receives boost from D2, D3 standouts
New England Baseball Journal continues its look at transfer movement across all levels of the college game entering the 2021 season. Our latest update includes additions to the UMass roster from in-region programs at both the Division 2 and Division 3 levels, and one from the latter ranks bringing a … [Read more...]