Editor’s note: This is the fifth in an offseason series profiling the region’s Division 1 baseball programs. Spearheaded by an outstanding triumvirate of now-sophomores garnering significant 2021 MLB draft attention as well as a strong leadership core, Boston College finished off its second 30-win … [Read more...]
Fall report: Holy Cross counting on Austin Masel, newcomers
Editor’s note: This is the fourth in an offseason series profiling the region’s Division 1 baseball programs. The fall is an important time of year for every Division 1 baseball program. At the College of the Holy Cross, it’s a time to help get a 10-member freshman class get up to speed with the … [Read more...]
Fall report: After tourney run, CCSU’s lineup loaded with experience
Editor’s note: This is the third in an offseason series profiling the region’s Division 1 baseball programs. Entering a new season, Central Connecticut State has plenty to be excited about. The Blue Devils are looking to build upon winning their second Northeast Conference championship in three … [Read more...]
Fall report: Maine trying to build on MLB draft momentum
Editor’s note: This is the second in an offseason series profiling the region’s Division 1 baseball programs. Wins and losses, of course, is the most common measuring stick for the success of Division 1 baseball programs, but Maine coach Nick Derba is quick to point out that there often is much more … [Read more...]
Fall report: Merrimack jumps to Division 1, new turf field
Editor’s note: This is the first in an offseason series profiling the region’s Division 1 baseball programs. About two years ago, the Merrimack College baseball program was swimming in some uneasy waters. Plans for a new baseball field as part of the renovated Merrimack Athletics Complex fell … [Read more...]
Powered by Central Mass. players, Bravehearts reign again
There was a bit of change around the Futures Collegiate Baseball League entering this summer. The Westfield Starfires made their debut in the seven-team circuit, while a new commissioner was hired for the first time since the league’s inception back in 2011. At the end of the summer, though, it was … [Read more...]