Bob Elliott shares his memories of Canada’s upset win over the U.S. at the first World Baseball Classic in 2006.
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“Every college freshman arrives on campus seeking the opportunity to make an immediate impact.
But that’s not always the best development path.
Indiana University catcher Brayden Ricketts (Brampton, Ont.) understands that well.
Hoosiers head coach Jeff Mercer made the decision to redshirt his Canadian backstop in 2025, opting to bank on the player’s ability to use the time to further develop.
And it’s worked out so far. “
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The Toronto Blue Jays have unveiled the promotions schedule for their 50th anniversary season.
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The Winnipeg Goldeyes have re-signed infielder Ray-Patrick Didder.
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Okotoks Dawgs Academy alum Logan Rumberg (Okotoks, Alta.) has been named Atlantic 10 Conference Player of the Week after not allowing a hit in six innings in his start for George Mason.
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Abraham Toro had a three-run double and Tyler Black had two hits and two stolen bases to lead Canada to a 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in front of 5,462 fans at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, Fla., on Wednesday afternoon.
It was Canada’s final exhibition game ahead of the World Baseball Classic, which will begin for them on Saturday with an 11:00 a.m. E.T. game against Colombia.
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Sudbury Voyageurs right-hander Braiden Paul (Espanola, Ont.) lost the tops of two fingers in a shop class accident last fall, but it hasn’t stopped him from pursuing his dream of playing college baseball. Canadian Baseball Network writer Melissa Verge recently spoke with Paul.
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Terriers and Niagara Purple Eagles alum Matt Ward (Mississauga, Ont.) will be a bullpen catcher for Great Britain at the World Baseball Classic. Canadian Baseball Network writer Matt Betts recently spoke with Ward about the opportunity.
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Canada rallied late but lost 10-7 to the Toronto Blue Jays in front of 4,496 fans at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Fla., on Tuesday afternoon.
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Hometown: Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, Que. Born: Saint-Eustache, Que.
Ht/Wt: 5’ 9” 180 lbs. B/T L-R
Team: Aigles de Trois-Rivières.
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“He’s waited longer than he had hoped to represent Canada.
And when he finally gets the opportunity to do it at the World Baseball Classic, Adam Macko plans to soak it all in.
Ever since receiving the call from Baseball Canada Men’s National Team director Greg Hamilton, the 25-year-old has been thinking about stepping into the clubhouse and putting on the red, white and black for the first time.”
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If the name Logan Allen is not known in households from New Westminster or Etobicoke, it is with good reason. He will make his debut wearing red and white at this year’s World Baseball Classic. You see the left-hander’s father Norman, grew up in Lachine, Que. playing hockey before moving to University of Florida, home of the Gators.
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Ontario Blue Jays grad and Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor (Mississauga, Ont.) has been named captain of Canada’s World Baseball Classic squad.
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“Team Canada has given fans plenty of memorable moments at the World Baseball Classic.
In the inaugural tournament in 2006, outfielder Adam Stern (London, Ont.) hit an inside-the-park home run to put Canada up 8-0 in the fifth inning en route to an 8-6 victory.”
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Okotoks Dawgs alum Ayden Makarus (Okotoks, Alta.) has been named Frontier Conference Player of the Week after he batted .500 and had 14 RBIs in five games for the Bellevue Bruins.
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UBC right-hander Myles Chamberlain (Victoria, B.C.) has been named CCC Pitcher of the Year after he allowed just one run in six innings in his start against Bushnell on Saturday.
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Canadian Baseball Network editor Kevin Glew did some research to find out who have been Canada’s best pitchers at the World Baseball Classic.
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The Canadian Baseball League’s London Majors have signed left-hander Dustin Davidson (Haida Gwaii, B.C.).
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The Canadian Baseball League’s Chatham Barnstormers have signed slugger Kian Johnston (Fruitvale, B.C.).
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“Matt Coutney has taken the term ‘roadtrip’ to a whole new level.
While some might be tired of driving along the highway after a long season of professional baseball, the Wetaskiwin native has created a new pre-Spring Training tradition.
Since he was selected in the 10th round of the 2022 Major League Baseball draft by the Los Angeles Angels, he’s made the trek to Arizona each spring by driving.
It’s a chance to unwind before getting down to business, checking out some hiking trails and catching the local sights and sounds.”
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