Tag Archives: Atlantic League
The ability to reset and refocus is key for Zac Grotz
There really is no conventional route to professional baseball and New York Mets minor league pitcher Zac Grotz in no exception. While most players never make it to the big leagues, there are always those players who defy the odds. …
Did the Boston Red Sox sign the next Daniel Nava?
The Boston Red Sox signed Johnny Bladel of the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. That opening statement won’t raise the eyebrows of any readers unless your a staunch follower of Independent baseball. Bladel went undrafted out of James Madison University. There, …
Pro call only a matter of time for Zac Grotz
Former Houston Astros draft pick Zac Grotz is putting together a year any baseball person can be proud of After appearing in five games, including two starts for the Atlantic League’s York Revolution, the 25 year old hailing from San Mateo, …
Major League bullpen powering Ducks in the standings
The Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League are less than a quarter into their 2018 season, but the ex-MLB’ers brought in to anchor their bullpen are paying dividends already. Vinnie Pestano has a career 2.98 ERA during his …
Former Atlanta Braves All-Star begins first season with LI Ducks
The Independent Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League have signed former Atlanta Braves All-Star, Jair Jurrjens. Inking deals in the independent leagues never really registers on national scale, but to really put this into perspective, Jurrjens is a great …
1350-AM And York Revolution Embark On A Three-Year Partnership
According to the York Daily Record, WOYK 1350-AM, and the York Revolution of the Atlantic League have come together on a three-year partnership. The agreement was announced by Revolution general manager Matt O’Brien, and WOYK general manager Vince Grande. “We’re …
Bridgeport Bluefish, Through Disappointment, See Optimism
The Bridgeport Bluefish have missed the playoffs for the third straight season, closed out the year losing 11 of their last 14 and have seen their attendance marks dwindle to the point that they sit in the basement of the …