Shushkewich: Martin savors Canadian ball hall honour

“Sitting in a golf cart fielding questions from numerous journalists via a conference call, newly elected Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Russell Martin was in good spirits as he reflected on his career.

He answered questions about all aspects of his playing career, from competing in youth baseball in Montreal to catching Greg Maddux in his early days with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The four-time major league All-Star even discussed his post-career coaching aspirations.

“I have loved my experiences with the coaching at the recent World Baseball Classic and with the Blue Jays, although I haven’t coached too much since my playing days,” reflected Martin from his cart. “I have three little girls at home that need their dad but once they get older, I definitely can see myself getting into coaching more.”

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Verge: Stephenson becomes first Women's National Team player elected to Canadian ball hall

“Her impact on Canada every time she took the field was so profound, one Ashley Stephenson gracing the lineup card wasn’t enough.

A roster full of Stephenson’s — that’s what you hoped for, said former longtime Women’s National Team Manager Andre Lachance. Her competitiveness, reliability, and passion x9. (Or 20.)

“She was the type of player that you wish you had 20 of them on your team,” said Lachance, who managed the Women’s National team for 15 years.”

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Shushkewich: From Warrior to Ragin' Cajun, Langevin ready to battle D1 hitters

After an outstanding season with the Wabash Valley Warriors in 2023 that earned him CBN All-Canadian College First Team honours, ABC alum L.P. Langevin (Quebec, Que.) has joined the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns and is ready to do battle with NCAA Div. 1 hitters. Canadian Baseball Network writer Tyson Shushkewich recently spoke with the young right-hander.

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