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How COVID-19 IMPACTED MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

How COVID-19 IMPACTED MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

Cleveland Indians prospect Tyler Freeman connecting on a pitch at the alternate site during the 2020 MLB Season

When COVID-19 swept across the United States, nobody knew the ramifications it would bring with it. It hit the sports industry hard, but it hit baseball players partaking in Major League Baseball’s spring training harder.

The Cleveland Indians shortstop Tyler Freeman was one of…

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Opinion: Fournette signing brings question for BUCCANEERS running backs

Opinion: Fournette signing brings question for BUCCANEERS running backs

Leonard Fournette signed a one-year deal worth up to $3.5 million with incentives with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Wednesday.

The signing not only brings a lot of questions to the countless other running backs on the roster, but it also shows that the Buccaneers continue to go “all-in” for the 2020 season. 

Sure the Fournette signing provides an abundance of help for Tom Brady. Still, the…

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Prospect Highlight: Zavier Warren

Prospect Highlight: Zavier Warren

A young baseball player from Birmingham Groves High School saw his childhood dream come true when the 2020 MLB Draft concluded. 

From Southfield, Michigan, Zavier Warren was selected in the third round of the MLB Draft by the Milwaukee Brewers after three successful seasons at Central Michigan University.

Warren was rated the No. 19 prospect in Michigan by Prep Baseball Report after earning…

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Prospect Highlight: Jo-El Shaw

Vince Lombardi once said that it wasn’t about whether you got knocked down; it was about whether you got up.

Jo-El Shaw was a gifted athlete in high school at Woodland Hills in Pittsburgh. That success carried into college at Lackawanna Community College and Kent State University.

Shaw was a member of the Woodland Hills team that finished 11-1 and qualified for the Western Pennsylvania…

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Prospect Highlight: Jonathan Ward

“If you can believe it, the mind can achieve it.” Ronnie Lott.

A teenager from Kankakee, Ill., did just that in highschool. Jonathan Ward believed in his ability and running back and, in return, achieved the opportunity to play at the collegiate level.

Jonathan Ward was that young man. Ward played under Coach Rich Zinanni at Bishop McNamara Catholic School.

Ward was a three-year starter…

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Prospect Highlight: Da'Quaun Jamison

Prospect Highlight: Da’Quaun Jamison

A Chicago Bears great and Hall-of-Fame defensive tackle once said that his favorite part of the game was the opportunity to play. 

Some athletes play their last games in high school; others have the opportunity to continue their careers in college. 

Da’Quaun Jamison, a Lee County, Georgia native and Central Michigan University graduate, has the opportunity to play at the next level, the…

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Demone Harris: undrafted to Super Bowl

Demone Harris: undrafted to Super Bowl

On Sunday, February 2, Demone Harris will represent the University at Buffalo in Super Bowl LIV as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs. 

Its Harris’ first game participating in the Super Bowl and he’s looking forward to the experience.

“I’m looking forward to kissing that Lombardi trophy the most,” Harris said.

In 2018, Harris was an undrafted free agent that signed initially with the…

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JCubed_ volleys success into Rocket League Top 10

JCubed_ volleys success into Rocket League Top 10

Justin (JCubed_) Janulewicz has quickly risen in the Rocket League Esports rankings in recent months.

Rocket League is a cross-platform video game that is a soccer based competition with vehicles. 

JCubed_ currently ranks No. 8 in the World in Rocket League gameplay. JCubed_ reflected on this accomplishment, saying it was mainly because he started enjoying the game.

“Once I felt I was…

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Experience at Progressive Field provides glimpse into Freeman's future

Experience at Progressive Field provides glimpse into Freeman’s future

Tyler Freeman getting ready to bat against Fayetteville Woodpeckers pitcher Luis Garcia (Photo Credit: Isabella Wykowski)

Tyler Freeman, a shortstop out of Etiwanda High School, started 2019 as a member of the Lake County Captains, the Class A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians.

Freeman spent 61 games as a member of the Captains, where he recorded .292 batting average. Due to his success on…

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When adversity came knocking, Demone Harris turned to God

When adversity came knocking, Demone Harris turned to God

Demone Harris suffered a rather stressful week filled with many ups and downs. 

Even while dealing with stress and adversity, Harris capped off his week in a rewarding fashion. On Tuesday, Oct. 15, the Baltimore Ravens announced the signing of Harris to the practice squad.

The 23-year-old outside linebacker out of the University of Buffalo was visiting Baltimore for a workout just days…

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Recap Roar: Detroit Lions vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Recap Roar: Detroit Lions vs. Philadelphia Eagles

After a rough two-game stretch for Jamal Agnew, which included a couple of fumbles and mental mistakes in the return game, Agnew stepped up for Detroit early against Philadelphia.

The third-year cornerback out of San Diego State redeemed himself as he did the unthinkable and returned a 100-yard kick return for a touchdown.

Not only did Jamal Agnew step-up when the team needed him but…

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Top Cleveland Prospect Drafted in the Dominican Republic

Top Cleveland Prospect Drafted in the Dominican Republic

Every kid’s dream is to play professionally, but it’s not very common for you to play professionally for your own country in the offseason. For Cleveland Indians prospect, Jose Fermin, his childhood dreams became a reality.

Fermin was selected in the third round of the Dominican Professional Baseball League by the Gigantes del Cibao. Fermin expressed his feelings following the draft.

“When…

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Cody Freeman Ready For Year Two With Rangers

Cody Freeman Ready For Year Two With Rangers

AZL Texas Rangers celebrating championship victory over AZL Cleveland Indians

Cody Freeman, a Fourth Round pick by the Texas Rangers, has some bragging rights on his older brother Tyler Freeman, a shortstop for the Cleveland Indians organization.

During his first professional season in the minor league farm system, Cody Freeman and the Texas Rangers defeated the Cleveland Indians in the…

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Stafford & Slay Step Up Against Chargers In Late Win

Stafford & Slay Step Up Against Chargers In Late Win

Matthew Stafford and Darius Slay did not have the best performances through three quarters against the Los Angeles Chargers. However, both players played critical roles in the winding minutes to help seal the victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, 13-10, on Sunday.

The difference-maker happened in the fourth quarter when Stafford threw a 31-yard touchdown pass to Kenny Golladay and Slay made…

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Meet Top Infield Prospect and Etiwanda Graduate, Cody Freeman

Meet Top Infield Prospect and Etiwanda Graduate, Cody Freeman

The MLB may soon see the brother of currently Cleveland Indians prospect Tyler Freeman join the farm system following the 2019 MLB Draft.

Recent Etiwanda High School graduate Cody Freeman could hear his name called during the 2019 MLB Draft which kicks off Monday, June 4.

Freeman was a principal component to the Etiwanda Eagles success on the diamond. The four-year varsity player saw time…

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Meet Top Infield Prospect, Chandler Freeman

Meet Top Infield Prospect, Chandler Freeman

Colleyville, Texas native Chandler Freeman finds himself amongst the top available prospects in the upcoming 2019 MLB Draft which begins on Monday.

Freeman comes from a talented baseball family as his cousin, Tyler Freeman, currently plays for the Lake County Captains, which are members of the Cleveland Indians’ organization. His other cousin, Cody Freeman, is available to be drafted this year…