Michael LaFranchise Achieves Perfection for 18+ Padres in Inland Northwest MSBL
Submitted by James Edwards, Padres’ manager Heading into the final week of the regular season for the 18+ Inland Northwest Men’s Baseball League, the Rockies (15-1) held a one-game lead over the Padres (14-2) for the regular season championship and the number one seed in the playoffs. As fate would have it, the Padres and…
Read MoreMSBL Mid-Year Spotlight: Brian Black, Chesapeake Angels, 21+ Mick Myers East Division, Chesapeake MSBL
Submitted by Chris Braden Since joining the Chesapeake Angels of the Chesapeake MSBL in 2019, Brian Black has been the ultimate utility weapon, anchoring the pitching staff while delivering consistent production across the diamond. Whether taking the ball as a starter, locking down games in relief, or filling in at nearly every defensive position, Brian…
Read More2025 MSBL/MABL Player of the Week: Josh Muldau, Tri-Valley MSBL
‘Muldau Posts 8-RBI Game at Tri-Valley MSBL’ Submitted by Leonard Towle, Tri-Valley Cardinals manager Inspired by the play of Sacramento A’s phenom Nick Kurtz and his 8-RBI game, Josh Muldau of the Tri Valley Cardinals posted an 8-RBI game on July 27th in their 16-8 victory over the Brewers. Josh hit a towering grand slam…
Read MoreLehigh Valley MSBL Hosts All-Star Weekend; Raises $12,333 for Charities
Submitted by Joe Vallely, President/CIO Lehigh Valley MABL/MSBL MABL/MSBL Players and Families, Thanks to your generosity, our annual All-Star Weekend charity fundraiser was a huge success. Through you, the league raised $12,333. all earmarked to go directly to the charities of your choice. You chose to gift the Miracle League of Northampton County ($5,042), Leo’s…
Read More2025 MSBL Player Profile: Ray Deckman, Ohio MSBL
By Steve LaMontia-Carlentini, MSBL Director of Communications In the words of Nick Loukas, League President of the Ohio MSBL, “Ray Deckman is a good guy to feature from our league. He is a longtime manager in our 25-over division and is the 18-over commissioner for our Canton Class A affiliate.” That got my attention, so…
Read MoreCameron Fuller Throws Perfecto in Cleveland MSBL
Submitted by John Ramsey, Cleveland Steve’s Sports manager On Sunday, July 20th, Cameron Fuller of Cleveland Steve’s Sports 25+ Gold Division threw a perfect game in Steve’s 20-0 victory over the Cleveland RedBirds. In the game, which reached the mercy rule after seven innings, Fuller finished with 15 Ks. As if that wasn’t impressive enough,…
Read MoreBombers Defeat Vipers 7-3 for Rocky Mountain Baseball Bash Title in Colorado Springs
Supplied by Bud Maison, Tournament Director The Bombers got on the board in the bottom of the second inning after Eric Norman walked, Thomas Revering grounded into a fielder’s choice, and Brett Gelb lined out, each scoring one run. Dominic San Felippo earned the win for the Bombers. The starting pitcher gave up four hits…
Read MoreSteve Cooper, North County MSBL Veteran, Dies at 75
Submitted by Jim McArdle, Friend and Teammate Steve Cooper, a resident of Carlsbad, California, died June 27, 2025, following a fall at home. He was 75 and is survived by his wife Trilby and son David. Steve played for a number of teams in North County San Diego MSBL, advancing through the age brackets, and…
Read MoreA Whole New Ballgame
Barbara Barrielle, Saturday Evening Post (Re-printed with permission) “I never dreamed [the league] would get to where it is today, but I am so gratified at the mark it has left on tens of thousands of players across the country,” Steve Sigler, MSBL Founder and President June 26, 2025…Thwack! Thwack! Thwack! Players running from base…
Read MoreKalei Kover Snaps Incredible 50 Game On-base Streak at Puget Sound Senior Baseball League
Submitted by Tom Evans Krause, Puget Sound Senior Baseball League President 7/2/2025…Pitcher/Outfielder Kalei Kover of the Adams Division Diablos has had an amazing run in the PSSBL since 2023. A veteran of eight seasons in the league, Kover just had his consecutive game on-base streak snapped at an incredible 50 games! The streak started on…
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