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No joke, these guys can play
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May
2013
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Kirkwood CC C/3B Dairo Gonzalez (pictured) and Mt. Mercy U. RHP Abe Carrasco arrived from two obscure Cedar Rapids colleges to provide plenty of highlights at the PG Pre-Draft read 
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Canadians strut stuff in States
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May
2013
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Top 2013 Canadian shortstop prospects Malik Collymore (left) and Daniel Pinero were at the PG Pre-Draft Showcase Monday eager to give scouts an eyeful of their talents. read
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Tall Texan takes on Pre-Draft
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May
2013
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2013 Texas right-hander and early round draft hopeful Casey Meisner threw 92 mph in front of the scouts Monday at the PG Pre-Draft Showcase while looking to improve his draft stock. read
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Blistering the competition
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May
2013
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Alabama RHP and 2012 PG All-American Kevin Davis battled back from a finger blister issue during his spring high school season, and threw well Monday at the PG Pre-Draft Showcase. read
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NY kid makes Florida move work
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May
2013
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Top 2013 N.Y. prospect Stephen Alemais finished his high school career at Elev8 Institute in Florida, and spent Monday showing scouts at the PG Pre-Draft Showcase how far he'd come. read
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PG Pre-Draft to be live-streamed
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May
2013
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PG All-American RHP Kevin Davis is one of nearly 50 players that will be attending the National Pre-Draft Showcase Monday. Cick here to watch the live, online stream. read
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Taking the road less traveled
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May
2013
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Stanford right-hander and 2009 PG All-American A.J. Vanegas has faced a lot of adversity over the last year, but is still projected as a first round pick in June's MLB draft. read
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Moving up on the mound
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May
2013
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Nevada top RHP Braden Shipley is enjoying a second straight standout season on the mound for the Wolf Pack, and is climbing up draft boards and into first-round draft discussions. read
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Mississippi jucos climb draft charts
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May
2013
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NW Mississippi CC LHP Cody Reed (pictured) and East Central CC SS Tim Anderson have enjoyed standout sophomore seasons and have grabbed the attention of MLB scouts. read
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Roughed-up but resilient
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May
2013
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2010 Jackie Robinson Award winner and Blue Jays LHP prospect Daniel Norris was roughed-up in 2012, and is looking to bounce back this season with Lansing in the Class A MWL. read
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Dodgers prospect shines for Loons
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Apr
2013
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Top L.A. Dodgers prospect and 2011 PG National Showcase and PG All-American Classic alumnus Corey Seager is toiling this season for the Great Lakes Loons in the Midwest League. read
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Acclimating to the minors
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Apr
2013
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Highly regarded Twins prospect and 2010 PG All-American Travis Harrison is learning his way around the MWL almost two years after the Twins made him a 1st round comp pick in 2011. read
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Iowa righty preps for draft
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Apr
2013
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2013 RHP Derek Burkamper from Muscatine, IA, was at the PG Spring Top Prospect Showcase Sunday looking to prove to the scouting community that he deserves draft consideration. read
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2-sport star takes in Spring Top
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Apr
2013
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It was all baseball at the Spring Top for two-sport standout Dom Thompson-Williams, but he has signed to play both baseball and football at juco national power Iowa Western CC. read
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Springing into an Iowa summer
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Apr
2013
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Kansas State commit and top 2014 Iowa SS prospect Ryan Lillard uses events like the Spring Top Showcase and the Iowa Spring Wood Bat League to get ready for his summer HS season. read
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Big Sky Country at Spring Top
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Apr
2013
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Top catching prospect Slade Heggen is one of three 2014 prospects from the Big Sky Country of Montana performing this weekend at the PG Spring Top Prospect Showcase in Cedar Rapids, IA. read
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Spring Top Show this weekend
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Apr
2013
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The 11th annual PG Spring Top Prospect Showcase, featuring 2012 PG All-American A.J. Puk and close to 120 other top prospects, kicks off Saturday in Cedar Rapids, IA read
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Boyd listens, learns in MWL
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Apr
2013
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2011 Twins supplemental 1st-round draft pick RHP Hudson Boyd from Fort Myers, Fla., is getting acclimated to full-season Class A ball in Cedar Rapids as his pro career sets sail. read
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PG All-American Championship
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Apr
2013
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The first PG All-American Championships, four tournaments in the 9u, 10u, 11u and 12u age-groups, will be held Aug. 8-12 in San Diego in conjunction with the PG All-American Classic. read
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Twin-bill no-nos for CAC
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Apr
2013
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Central Arizona College right-handers Nicco Blank (left) and Tatum Hendrix threw no-hitters in both ends of a recent double-header against Glendale CC to lead No. 2-ranked CAC. read
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'Best three years of my life'
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Apr
2013
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After slipping to the 18th round in 2010 MLB draft, 2009 PG All-American Kris Bryant headed to the U of San Diego and now is projected as a top-10 pick in the 2013 MLB Draft. read
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Venice shuts out Showdown foes
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Apr
2013
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Venice (Fla.) High School delivered four straight shutouts and overwhelmed its Georgia competition to win the 1st Perfect Game High School Showdown this weekend in Fort Myers. read
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PG HS Showdown winds down
6
Apr
2013
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Sarasota HS top 2013 OF prospect Dylan White was one of dozens of highly regarded players displaying their talents on the final day of the PG High School Showdown in Fort Myers. read
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Key 'Showdown' goes to Venice
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Apr
2013
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Venice HS 2014 RHP Brandon Elmy (p) teamed with 2013 RHP Cooper Hammond on a 3-hiiter to lead the No. 3 Indians past No. 13 Parkview HS, 3-0, at the PG High School Showdown on Friday. read
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Brothers, Bronco bombs lift BT
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Apr
2013
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Brothers Cody Roberts (L) and Sam Roberts (R) both homered and Bronco O'Brien added a grand slam to lead Blessed Trinity to victory Thursday at the PG High School Showdown. read
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Parkview's 'Hart' and soul
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Apr
2013
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Highly ranked 2013 OF and 2012 PG All-American Josh Hart is at the PG High School Showdown this weekend looking to help his 13th-ranked Parkview Panthers to a solid showing. read
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A Montverde melting pot
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Apr
2013
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Montverde Academy senior RHP/OF Angel Alicia-Nieves is one of at least six Puerto Rican natives that are leading the Eagles at this week's Perfect Game High School Showdown. read
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Crazy about Cartersville
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Apr
2013
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Standout 2013 prospect Connor Justus and his Cartersville HS teammates managed to get in some BP before the rain started falling on the first day of the PG High School Showdown. read
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Opening Day 'Rocks' for Fowler
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Mar
2013
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2003 PG All-American Classic alum and Colorado Rockies' center fielder Dexter Fowler is looking forward to his 5th MLB Opening Day while hoping to build on a terrific past 12 months. read
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Coach Bob AAA title to Moorpark
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Mar
2013
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Moorpark (CA) High School displayed terrific fundamental soundness inlcuding everything from laying down bunts to turning double-plays, and won the Coach Bob AAA Division title Thursday. read
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PG High School Showdown on tap
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Mar
2013
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An elite eight of the top high school baseball programs from Florida and Georgia will converge in Fort Myers, FL next week for the inaugural Perfect Game High School Showdown. read
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Portland's Kellys thrive on field
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Mar
2013
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Westview HS (Portland, Ore.) top 2015 prospect Parker Kelly is hoping to follow his brother Carson's footsteps while helping Westview to another Oregon state championship. read
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A ray of hope for limping 'Cats
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Mar
2013
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Junior third baseman Brandon Dixon has provided a bright spot for reigning CWS champion Arizona this season despite the Wildcats' 0-6 start to the Pac-12 portion of their schedule. read
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No quit in PG alum Nading
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Mar
2013
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At age 25, 2006 PG Spring Top Showcase alum Chad Nading is still chasing his dream of one day pitching in the big leagues and was recently offered a free agent contract by the Red Sox. read
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O'Connor's home sweet home
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Mar
2013
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Hometown hero O'Connor HS held off Broken Arrow (Okla.) HS and won the Coach Bob National Division Championship on its home field Thursday in Phoenix, its 15th straight win in 2013. read
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Gaels begin 'journey without Joey'
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Mar
2013
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2013 top prospect Jerrall Latham hopes to be able fill holes left by the departed Joey Gallo and lead Las Vegas Bishop Gorman to its 8th straight Nevada Class 4A state title. read
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No regrets for Beavers' Boyd
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Mar
2013
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Oregon State LHP Matt Boyd left 13th-round money on the table in 2012 to return for his senior season with the hope of leading the Beavers deep into the NCAA D-I postseason. read
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UA's Wade answers the bell
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Mar
2013
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Defending NCAA D-I CWS champion Arizona will rely heavily on junior RHP and Friday night starter Konner Wade as it tries to navigate the Pac-12 and return to the postseason. read
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ASU has 'something to fight for'
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Mar
2013
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Arizona St. RHP Trevor Williams has moved into the role of Friday night starter and hopes to lead the No. 13 Sun Devils deep into the postseason, now that their ban is lifted. read
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IMG crushes way to Cleats crown
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Mar
2013
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With 2013 prospect Manny Ramirez Jr. leading the way, Florida-based IMG Academy won the Cleats Sports Classic championship Thursday at the Gene Autry Complex in Mesa, Ariz. read
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A Peterson party at Packard
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Mar
2013
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Brothers D.J. Peterson from New Mexico (left) and Arizona St. recruit Dustin Peterson from Gilbert (AZ) HS were both in attendance at ASU's Packard Stadium Wednesday. read
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Angels' Trout: 'I'm feeling great'
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Mar
2013
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Looking to build on an unprecedented 2012 rookie season with the L.A. Angels, Mike Trout tells PG that he is feeling better than ever and is eyeing the 2013 AL playoffs. read
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A pocket full of Posey
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Mar
2013
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2012 NL MVP and 2004 PG All-American Buster Posey is at Cactus League spring training camp hoping to lead the Giants to their third World Championship in four years. read
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Giant-sized talent at every turn
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Mar
2013
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2006 PG All-American Madison Bumgarner has emerged as one of the World Champion San Francisco Giants' top starters in just 3 short years on the talented big-league roster.
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Wow! Washington top-6 in draft
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Mar
2013
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The state of Washington boasted a pair of Perfect Game All-Americans last summer, including Reese McGuire, and has churned out an impressive collection of talent in recent years. read
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Big prospects, big-time arms
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Mar
2013
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2014 Kansas RHP Bryce Montes De Oca from Lawrence HS is an imposing 6-foot-8, 265-pounds, and just one of many big-time pitchers from the PG High School Great Plains Region. read
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Big shoes, good hands at GCHS
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Mar
2013
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Gloucester Catholic HS will seek its fourth straight New Jersey state championship behind top 2013 RHP Michael Shawaryn, and new head coach and GCHS grad Mike Rucci. read
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'Tradition Never Graduates'
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Feb
2013
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Top 2014 RHP/OF prospect Zach Shannon will look to lead No. 35-ranked Archbishop Moeller HS to its second straight Ohio Division I state championship this spring. read
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Leaving a lasting legacy
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Feb
2013
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Braxton Davidson is one of the latest in a long line of top-notch prospects that have played at T.C. Roberson High School in Asheville, N.C., over the past several decades. read
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Ex-MLB pops guide top AZ preps
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Feb
2013
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Arizona HS prospects (from left) Cody Bellinger, Brantley Bell and Riley Unroe not only enjoy high national rankings, they also enjoy life as the sons of former MLB players. read
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Tullahoma's brothers in arms
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Feb
2013
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Tullahoma (TN) HS brothers Justus (left) and Jordan Sheffield are two of the highest ranked pitching prospects in the country (classes of '14, '13) and have committed to Vanderbilt. read
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In Houston, no problems at all
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Feb
2013
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PG All-American Nicholas Banks from Tomball (Texas) HS is one of dozens of highly ranked prospects from the Houston metro area that make it one of the nation's high school hotbeds. read
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An island paradise for prospects
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Feb
2013
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2013 OF Marcus Doi from Honolulu Mid-Pacific Institute leads a talented crop of prospects from Hawaii who will go on to play at either the D-I level or professionally in 2014. read
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Following in Javy's footsteps
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Feb
2013
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Puerto Rico native Brian Navarreto, a senior at Arlington Country Day School (FL), hopes to follow fellow Puerto Rico native and ACDS graduate Javy Baez into professional baseball. read
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No. 1 Pats back for more in 2013
11
Feb
2013
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American Heritage Academy (FL) rolled to the PG National High School Championship in 2012 behind the play of PG All-American Zack Collins, and will look to repeat in 2013. read
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Pitcher-only Dunlap sets mark
10
Feb
2013
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Former highly ranked catcher Andrew Dunlap has decided to put aside the gear and concentrate on pitching, and he delivered with an event record 96 mph fastball at the PG P/C Indoor. read
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A Jupiter repeat; Brentz shines
10
Feb
2013
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LHP and Missouri recruit Jacob Brentz was at this weekend's Perfect Game Pitcher/Catcher Indoor Showcase and duplicated his effort from the PG WWBA World with a 94 mph fastball. read
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P/C Indoor pulls in Hollon
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Feb
2013
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Highly ranked 2013 Kentucky RHP Clinton Hollon, out of the spotlight since late summer, reached 94 mph during a Saturday session at the PG Pitcher/Catcher Indoor Showcase. read
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No. 2 Cathedral sets sights higher
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Feb
2013
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LHP Stephen Gonsalves, a 2012 PG All-American and National Showcase alum, heads the rotation at Cathedral Catholic (CA), No. 2 in the 2013 PG National High School Preseason Rankings. read
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Looking to impress at P/C Indoor
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Feb
2013
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PG National alumnus and top RHP Clinton Hollon is one of 85 top prospects that will be at this weekend's PG Pitcher/Catcher Indoor Showcase, looking to once again impress the scouts. read
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Monarchs land at preseason No. 3
7
Feb
2013
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PG All-American C Jeremy Martinez will look to step to the plate and help Mater Dei (CA) live up to its No. 3 ranking in PG’s 2013 National High School Preseason Rankings. read
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No. 4 Jesuit consistent contender
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Feb
2013
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2013 LHP John Kilichowski will take over as staff ace at Tampa Jesuit High School as the Tigers open the 2013 season at No. 4 in the PG National High School Preseason Rankings. read
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Thundering Herd arrive at No. 5
5
Feb
2013
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With PG All-American slugger Ryan “Rowdy” Tellez leading the troops, Elk Grove (CA) HS begins the season in the No. 5 spot in the PG National High School Preseason Rankings. read
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Taking a different path
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Jan
2013
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Minor league umpire Derek Mollica (left) was part of a conversation with Dusty Baker at the PG MLK Championships about 2 months before he'll start his sixth season working games. read
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All-PG outfield for Braves in '13
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Jan
2013
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After acquiring Justin Upton from the D-Backs, the Atlanta Braves outfield will have a distinctive Perfect Game flavor when they take the field at Turner Field on April 1. read
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Show, T-Rex win 18u, 14u MLKs
21
Jan
2013
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The San Diego Show (pictured) and the T-Rex Baseball Club took home championships from the 18u and 14u PG MLK Championships, respectively, Monday at the Camelback Ranch Complex. read
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16u PG MLK title goes to GBG
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Jan
2013
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Los Angeles-based Garciaparra Baseball Group won a pair of final-four games Monday afternoon at Camelback Ranch and won the title at the 2nd annual 16u PG MLK Championship. read
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14u MLK welcomes Florida's MBA
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Jan
2013
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Left-handed hitting 2017 2B Alec Sanchez is one of the key players for the Florida-based MBA Prospects, who advanced to Monday's semifinal round at the 14u PG MLK Championship. read
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Cal kids no match for Valley boys
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Jan
2013
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The Arizona-based Chandler Rangers got great pitching from 2015 RHP Zachary Hardy and two others to beat three Cal-based teams and advance to the semis at the 16u PG MLK Championship. read
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No-hitters pace GBG at 16u MLK
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Jan
2013
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Top 2015 C Michael Hickman looks to lead Garciparra Baseball Group with his bat at the 16u PG MLK Championship, but his highlight so far has been catching a pair of no-hitters.
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'L.A. 3' lead So Cal Cavs at MLK
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Jan
2013
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2014 Marcus Wilson is one of 3 highly ranked Los Angeles prospects -- 2013 Dominic Smith and 2014 Denz'l Chapman are the others -- that lead the So Cal Cavs at the 18u PG MLK. read
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Reds' Baker watches son at MLK
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Jan
2013
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Cincinnati Reds manager Dusty Baker was at the Camelback Ranch Complex Friday watching his son Darren -- he of 2002 bat-boy lore -- play at the 14u Perfect Game MLK Championship. read
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Fun time in the sunshine
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Jan
2013
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2015 California OF prospect James Dawson Terrell III is in Glendale, Ariz., this weekend hoping to lead the NorCal Baseball Cardinal to a title at the 16u PG MLK Championship. read
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Teams have a dream at PG MLK
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Jan
2013
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The 18u, 16u and 14u PG MLK Championships will be played Jan. 18-21 in Glendale, Ariz., and PG All-American Dominic Smith will be playing for the So Cal Cavs at the 18u event. read
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He's not stopping 'anytime soon'
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Jan
2013
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Texas 2013 Eric Williams was at the PG World Showcase last weekend out to prove to everyone that he has what it takes to play at the next level and that he wasn't about to go away. read
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Top Puerto Ricans shine at World
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Jan
2013
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Puerto Rican RHP Joe Alexander Jimenez was one of nearly 60 P.R. prospects at the PG World Showcase this weekend, and one of many that impressed the large gathering of scouts. read
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Baseballs trump golf balls
5
Jan
2013
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2013 standout Nick Longhi has parents that played professional golf, but Nick has found his calling on the ballfield and is at this weekend's PG World Showcase in Fort Myers, Fla. read
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Brody, Walt Weiss enjoy World
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Jan
2013
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Top 2013 SS prospect Brody Weiss performed Saturday at the PG World Showcase in Fort Myers, Fla., with his father Walt, the new manager of the Colorado Rockies, also in attendance. read
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The World at their doorstep
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Jan
2013
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Top-ranked 2013 Puerto Rican prospect and PG All-American Jan Hernandez leads a contingent of 60 PR prospects to this weekend's 16th annual PG World Showcase in Fort Myers, Fla. read
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A chilly conclusion to Main Event
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Dec
2012
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Top 2015 LHP Max Wotell was one of several dozen pitchers that threw on a chilly Sunday morning in Fort Myers, Fla., as the PG National Underclass Showcase-Main Event concluded. read
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He's got Gators in his dreams
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Dec
2012
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Top 2015 SS prospect Jonathan India is still a sophomore in high school, but he's already given a commitment to Coach Kevin O'Sullivan at Florida, India's "dream school". read
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BP? Mosley always answers bell
29
Dec
2012
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Longtime BP pitcher Mike Mosley, recognized by the Guinness World of Records for throwing BP, threw for several teams and prospects at the PG National Underclass Showcase-Main Event. read
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Accolades pour in for Kel Johnson
28
Dec
2012
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Kel Johnson, a highly ranked and highly respected home-schooled OF/1B from Palmetto, Ga., is at the PG National Underclass-Main Event looking to add to his impressive resume. read
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Rodgers dives into Main Event
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Dec
2012
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Florida 2015 MIF Brendan Rodgers is ranked No. 8 nationally in his class and is experiencing his first showcase at this weekend's PG National Underclass-Main Event in Fort Myers. read
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Underclass-Main kicks off Friday
26
Dec
2012
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2014 No.3-ranked prospect Nicholas Gordon will be among the more than 400 top players in attendance at the PG National Underclass Showcase-Main Event this weekend in Fort Myers, Fla.
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2012 Year in Review: PG events
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Dec
2012
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Members of both the West and East squads at the PG All-American Classic celebrated with a double dog-pile. The event provided one of the top stories on the 2012 PG calendar. read
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Team Northwest left lasting mark
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Dec
2012
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2015 Washington standout C/RHP Brendan Illies helped Team Northwest to final 4 finishes at the 2012 17u and 15u PG World Series, and could lead both the 16u and 17u squads in 2013. read
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Pats look to 2013 and beyond
13
Dec
2012
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2016 Garland, Texas RHP Cody Sturgeon helped lead the Dallas Patriots Stout to three top-2 finishes at PG 14u national tournaments in 2012, and has the Patriots excited about 2013. read
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Baseball family loses Ty Neuhaus
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Dec
2012
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Ty Neuhaus, a promising prospect from Tampa, Fla., in the high school class of 2011, tragically lost his life in a single car traffic accident in the early morning of Nov. 30. read
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College commits Canes' priority
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Dec
2012
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2013 RHP and South Carolina signee Canaan Cropper helped the EvoShield Canes to third-place at the 2012 WWBA World Championship. A strong group of 2014s will lead the Canes in 2013. read
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Getting down in the desert
28
Nov
2012
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Top 3B/RHP Jordan Pearce from Oceanside, CA, will be at this weekend’s PG National Underclass-Session 1 Showcase in Phoenix. The PG West Uncommitted Showcase runs at the same time. read
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Elite Squad, Slugger eye 2013
28
Nov
2012
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William Abreu was one of many top prospects that helped SF Elite Squad to a terrific 2012 season. Elite Squad will partner with Louisville Slugger in '13 and expects more success. read
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'Awards season' honors PG alumni
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Nov
2012
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Nationals OF and '09 PG/Aflac All-American Bryce Harper was among dozens of PG alumni honored and awarded during and at the conclusion of the 2012 professional season. read
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NL MVP goes to PG vet Posey
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Nov
2012
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2004 PG/Aflac All-American Classic alum Buster Posey of the World Champion Giants was named the 2012 National League Most Valuable Player on Thursday on a vote by the BBWAA.
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PG joins Gold Glove celebration
15
Nov
2012
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Perfect Game was honored to have a table at the 2012 Rawlings Gold Glove Award Presentation Ceremony as players such as Andrew McCutchen were honored for their defense. read
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PG adds dash of Caribbean spice
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Nov
2012
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Carlos Correa was the No. 1 pick in the 2012 MLB draft and set the bar high for the current crop of Puerto Rican prospects that will be at the inaugural PG Caribbean Showcase. read
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Trout, Harper tabbed top rookies
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Nov
2012
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The Angels’ Mike Trout, an alumnus of 2 WWBA World Championships, was named the AL ROY Monday. 2009 PG All-American Bryce Harper (Nationals) won the award on the NL side.
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2012 PG tournament rewind
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Nov
2012
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MVP Wesley Jones helped pitch East Cobb Baseball to a win in the title game at the PG WWBA World Championship, the East Cobb organization's 7th PG tournament championship in 2012. read
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7 All-Americans are Rising Stars
2
Nov
2012
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Mariners prospect Mike Zunino is one of seven PG/Aflac All-American Classic and 17 PG National Showcase alumni that will be playing in Saturday’s AFL Rising Stars Game. read
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ECB claims WWBA World title
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Oct
2012
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East Cobb Baseball whipped Chet Lemon's Juice, 8-2, in the championship game and claimed its first PG WWBA World Championship since it shared the title with the Juice in 2005. read
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Sandy still messin' with World
28
Oct
2012
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2013 New Jersey prospect Matthew Thaiss and his Tri-State Arsenal teammates will be spending a few extra days in SE Florida because Hurricane Sandy won't let them return home. read
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Ciuffo a WWBA World 4-timer
28
Oct
2012
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Diamond Devils standout catching prospect Nick Ciuffo has entered rarified air by competing in his fourth straight PG WWBA World Championship this weekend in Jupiter, Fla. read
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Lefty Brentz impresses at World
28
Oct
2012
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St. Louis LHP Jake Brentz threw only five pitches in his WWBA World Championship debut Saturday night, but one of them reached 94 mph, impressing the scouts in attendance. read
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'Heady' additions boost Canes
27
Oct
2012
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Connor Heady, a top 2013 SS prospect and Kentucky commit, is one of several key players the EvoShield Canes picked up to help them compete for the title at the WWBA World Championship read
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Yak West's All-American infield
27
Oct
2012
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PG All-Americans J.P. Crawford, Chris Rivera and Dominic Smith comprise 3/4s of Yak Baseball West-GPG's infield at this weekend's PG WWBA World Championship in Jupiter, Fla. read
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Denney's stock continues climb
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Oct
2012
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Oklahoma 2013 catcher and Arkansas commit Jon Denney continues to watch his prospect rankings rise while he plays for the Texas Scout Team Yankees at the PG WWBA World Championship. read
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Slugger Morgan powers Jays
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Oct
2012
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2014 slugging Ontario Blue Jays outfield prospect Gareth Morgan is up to No. 7 in his class rankings, and is looking to impress the scouts at this week's PG WWBA World Championship. read
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Solid Sternagel brings it home
25
Oct
2012
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PG All-American and top third base prospect John Sternagel is in Jupiter, Fla., hoping to lead the Orlando Scorpions Purple to a title at the PG WWBA World Championship. read
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Trout adds to WWBA World lore
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Oct
2012
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The 15th annual PG WWBA World Championship opens in Jupiter, Fla., on Thursday with more than 1,700 prospects on 85 teams looking to add to the event's rich history and lore. read
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Benefit set for Waupun's DeBoer
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Oct
2012
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The Waupun (Wis.) Baseball Complex will host "Kickin' for Kevin" on Oct. 20. a benefit for Waupun HS baseball coach Kevin DeBoer, who has been diagnosed with Stage IV lung cancer. read
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It's Burn, baby, Burn
15
Oct
2012
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The Florida Burn won the championship at the PG WWBA Florida Qualifier Monday at jetBlue Park, the team's third Perfect Game tournament championship since early August. read
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WWBA Florida Q semis set
14
Oct
2012
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SCORE International 18u RHP Jose Pupo needed only a couple of minutes to warm up in the bullpen before pitching his team to a quarterfinal win at the WWBA Florida Qualifier. read
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Thunder rolls into round of 16
14
Oct
2012
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Led by the hitting and pitching of 2014 uncommitted Matt Rothenberg, Boca Thunder Baseball advanced into Sunday's playoffs at the PG WWBA Florida Qualifier in Fort Myers. read
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Top prospect plays with his pals
13
Oct
2012
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LHP Thomas Szapucki, 2015's 2nd-ranked overall prospect, is playing at the WWBA Florida Qualifier with his teammates and coach from William T. Dwyer HS in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. read
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Winning ways await Gatorball
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Oct
2012
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2013 No. 157-ranked Nick Agosto tried to get things going for Gatorball Baseball Academy on Saturday, and when they did Gatorball split two games at the WWBA Florida Qualifier. read
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SWFL 18u has eyes on the prize
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Oct
2012
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Florida Atlantic commit LHP Sean Labsan got things started from the mound for SWFL 18u as it began its defense of the WWBA Florida Qualifier championship Friday at Terry Park read
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Florida Qualifier ready to roll
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Oct
2012
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The 2012 PG WWBA Florida Qualifier begins Friday in Fort Myers, with 56 teams looking to earn a paid invitation to the PG WWBA World Championship in Jupiter later this month. read
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Burnin' down the house - again
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Oct
2012
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Florida Burn Orange grabbed the title at the PG WWBA Underclass World Championship on Monday, and claimed its second PG national championship in less than three months. read
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Burn eyes 2nd PG national title
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Oct
2012
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Florida Burn Orange rode a strong performance from lefty Ben Carson to a win in the 2nd round of the WWBA Underclass Championship playoffs Sunday, and hopes to keep riding the wave. read
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Elite Chain of command
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Oct
2012
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Team Elite and Chain Baseball joined forces to put a team on the field at the WWBA Underclass World Championship, and brought in top prospects like 2014 No. 21 Montrell Marshall. read
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KBC enjoys the fun and games
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Oct
2012
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RHP John Hisel came up just short in a no-hit bid Saturday afternoon, but still helped the Kentucky Baseball Club reach the playoffs at the PG WWBA Underclass World Championship. read
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Midland, Moeller can be proud
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Oct
2012
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No. 25-ranked 2014 prospect Zach Shannon is a product of Cincinnati Moeller HS and storied Midland Baseball, and is playing this weekend at the WWBA Underclass World Championship.
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This Marucci squad truly elite
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Oct
2012
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2015 No. 9 prospect Nick Shumpert hopes to help Marucci Elite to a 2nd straight WWBA Underclass World Championship title, and his dad Terry, an ex-big-leaguer, is also on board. read
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Davidson, Dirtbags a perfect fit
5
Oct
2012
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No. 12-ranked 2014 prospect Braxton Davidson is back in Fort Myers trying to help the Dirtbags make a deep run into the playoffs at the WWBA Underclass World Championship. read
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Upstate pushes for 'next level'
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Oct
2012
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Led by top 2014 catching prospect Griffin Helms, the Upstate Mavericks are at the WWBA Underclass World Championship looking for a title and valuable exposure in front of scouts. read
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Introducing PG Performance Gear
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Oct
2012
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Perfect Game is proud to announce the introduction of Perfect Game Performance Gear, a new line of sporting active wear designed to help athletes stay cool as they perform. read
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Top talent invades WWBA Under
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Oct
2012
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The 11th annual PG WWBA Underclass World Championship in Fort Myers, Fla., Oct. 4-8 promises to attract many of the nation's top-ranked prospects from the classes of 2014 and 2015.
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PG, EvoShield partnership strong
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Sep
2012
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Members of GBG Yak Baseball don their 'National Champions' T-Shirts after winning the Perfect Game/EvoShield National Championship (Underclass) last weekend in Goodyear, Ariz. read
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PG/Evo Under crown to GBG Yak
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Sep
2012
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GBG Yak Baseball went a perfect 7-0 over the past four days and claimed the PG national championship at the Perfect Game/EvoShield National Championship (Underclass). read
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NC Padres one of semis' surprises
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Sep
2012
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The North County Padres are one of the surpise teams to advance to Monday's semis at the PG/EvoShield Under, led by 2014 RHP/SS Scott Souter from Carlsbad, Calif. read
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No. 16 moves on at PG/Evo Under
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Sep
2012
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Clayton, CA, RHP Kyle Lally threw a 1-hit shutout to lead No. 16 seed Lamorinda Baseball past No. 1 Playa Vista Orioles 16u Sunday at the PG/EvoShield Underclass. read
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PV O's advance at PG/Evo Under
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Sep
2012
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Righty Leo Hernandez threw a 5-hit shutout to lead the Playa Vista Orioles 16u to a 3-0 pool record and a spot in the playoffs at the PG/EvoShield National Championship (Under). read
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Angels in Arizona
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Sep
2012
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Arkansas 2014 INF Blake Wiggins is one of 12 top national prospects playing for Angels Baseball this weekend at the PG/EvoShield National Championship (Underclass). read
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Desert sun feels fine to So Cal NTT
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Sep
2012
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Ohio prospect Clay Pittman got off to a hot start and so did his So Cal NTT teammates as action got under way Friday at the PG/EvoShield National Championship (Underclass). read
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4-day run for PG/EvoShield Under
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Sep
2012
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The 4th annual Perfect Game/EvoShield National Championship (Underclass) begins its 4-day run Friday at the Goodyear (Ariz.) Sports Complex and the Peoria (Ariz.) Sports Complex. read
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Team MD pitches in at PG/Evo
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Sep
2012
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Team Maryland used another strong pitching performance, this one from RHP Elijah Ginsburg, to move on to Monday's semifinals at the PG/EvoShield National Championship (Upperclass). read
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Top 2015 starts at PG/Evo Upper
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Sep
2012
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Top-ranked 2015 prospect RHP/OF Kyle Molnar made his Perfect Game tournament pitching debut for the ABD Bulldogs Sunday at the PG/EvoShield National Championship (Upperclass) read
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Iowa boys show they belong
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Sep
2012
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Nebraska recruit Derek Burkhamper helped pitch Iowa Select Black to a win Saturday afternoon, and despite a late loss, Black still advanced at the PG/EvoShield Upperclass. read
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Yak West, Garciaparra join forces
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Sep
2012
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Yak Baseball has teamed up with the Garciaparra Baseball Group to put a competitive team on the field at the PG/EvoShield Upperclass, including free-swinging Kyle Greenway. read
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Lettin' her RIP
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Sep
2012
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Encinitas, Calif., RHP Kyle Sachrison tossed 5 innings of one-hit ball to help Team RIP get off to a 1-0 start Friday at the PG/EvoShield National Championship (Upperclass). read
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West Coast Clippers set sail
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Sep
2012
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U of San Diego recruit Trae Arbet smacked a lead-off home run to get the West Coast Clippers off to a terrific start at the PG/EVoShield National Championship (Upperclass). read
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Valley welcomes PG/EvoShield
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Sep
2012
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The 4th annual Perfect Game/EvoShield National Championship (Upperclass) kicks off Sept. 14 at Goodyear (Ariz.) Ballpark with 56 top teams vying for the national title. read
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Banditos eye South Q repeat
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Sep
2012
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PG All-American Kacy Clemens will look to help the Houston Banditos Black to their second straight WWBA South Qualifier title when the event gets under way Sept. 14 in Houston.
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Pigs power to 16u Classic crown
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Sep
2012
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The SW Florida-based Iron Pigs got past the CFL Vipers, 5-1, Monday afternoon to claim the championship at the PG WWBA 16u Labor Day Classic at jetBlue Park in Ft. Myers. read
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Pride grabs 18u Labor Day title
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Sep
2012
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The FTB Pride out-dueled the Nola Baseball Monsters and won Monday morning's championship game at the PG WWBA 18u Labor Day Classic, 6-2, at jetBlue Park in Fort Myers. read
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Title tilts set at Labor Day Classics
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Sep
2012
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Florida 2016 Nicholas Barber drove in 3 runs to help the 6th-seeded CFL Vipers to a 10-1 win over the No. 2 Orlando BSB Academy in the semis of the WWBA 16u Labor Day Classic. read
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Pitchers were all the Rave
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Sep
2012
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Righty Kevin Rivera tossed a 2-hitter to lead Rave into the semifinals at the PG WWBA 16u Labor Day Classic, the last of 3 straight fine outings from Rave pitchers. read
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Shelter from the storm
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Sep
2012
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Nola Baseball and Dylan Manichia had their bats quieted Sunday morning, but they escaped Hurricane Isaac back home and are in the playoffs at the PG WWBA 18u Labor Day Classic. read
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16u or 18u? No worries for Warriors
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Sep
2012
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Thanks to some timely breaks and quality cuts from guys like Jesse Haney, the Tampa Bay Warriors rallied for a pair of wins at the PG WWBA 18u Labor Day Classic on Saturday. read
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Pigs fly at WWBA 16u Labor Day
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Sep
2012
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The Iron Pigs shined at the 14u level this summer, and with right-hander Brendan Cutting making the start, they set sail at the PG WWBA 16u Labor Day Classic on Saturday. read
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Classics welcome in fall season
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Aug
2012
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The main stadium at the JetBlue Player Development Complex, complete with its own mini "Green Monster", will host Monday's championship games at the PG WWBA Labor Day Classics. read
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One sizzlin' summer season
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Aug
2012
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2014 SS/3B/OF Michael Chavis swung a hot bat this summer for the East Cobb Braves, and was named to the all-tournament team at four of the five PG tournaments he attended. read
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Progressing one report at a time
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Aug
2012
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Ankeny (Iowa) HS 2014 two-way prospect Keaton McKinney has built up an impressive collection of PG scouting reports that document his progression over the last two years. read
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Seeking exposure in Iowa
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Aug
2012
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Iowa high school SS/OF prospect Anthony Denkinger is at the PG Midwest Top Prospect Showcase looking to gain valuable exposure as he works toward making a college commitment. read
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Not wanting the season to end
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Aug
2012
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Burbank, Calif., 2014 two-way prospect Jack Flaherty played at the PG National Games on Monday and Tuesday simply because he wasn't ready for the summer season to end. read
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East meets west at PG Games
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Aug
2012
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Orlando catcher John Jones is one of 10 prospects from Florida and Georgia to make the cross-country trip to San Diego for the underclass PG Natitonal Games at UC San Diego. read
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Playing in his own backyard
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Aug
2012
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2014 top catcher prospect Alex Jackson is finally performing in front of scouts near his home in Escondido, Calif., Monday and Tuesday at the PG National Games at UC San Diego. read
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Memories made at PG Classic
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Aug
2012
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Ian Clarkin, Stephen Gonsalves, Gosuke Katoh and Dane McFarland take a picture with 2004 All-American Cameron Maybin at PETCO Park. This year's Classic will be played Sunday on CBS Sports. read
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FL Burn win 16u PG World Series
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Aug
2012
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The Florida Burn have claimed the inaugural 16u Perfect Game World Series by defeating the Houston Banditos Black, 3-1, in the championship game today in Marietta, Ga. read
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EC Astros win 14u PG World Series
5
Aug
2012
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The East Cobb Astros beat the Dallas Patriots Stout 7-5 in the championship game to claim the inaugural 2012 14u Perfect Game World Series title. read
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Burn puts heat on 16u WS field
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Aug
2012
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2014 right-hander John Gray got the day started for the Florida Burn in a pounding rain storm at the 16u PG World Series, and the Burn won twice and earned a spot in the semis. read
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Smooth road for Gravel Baseball
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Aug
2012
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Chicago-based Gravel Baseball won its last four pool games before Saturday's contest was rained out, and advanced to Sunday's final four at the 15u PG World Series. read
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Top guys grace Banditos' roster
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Aug
2012
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2014 Texas shortstop Justin Twine joins Stone Garrett as two top-20 ranked prospects playing for the Houston Banditos Black at the 16u Perfect Game World Series this week. read
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Dallas Pats-Stout never say never
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Aug
2012
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Dallas Patriots 2016 prospect Cody Sturgeon was effective both on the hill and at the plate as he helped the Pats rally for a big win at the 14u Perfect Game World Series. read
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15u PGWS eye-opener for Devils
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Aug
2012
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2015 prospect Dalton Pate was on fire at the plate in leading the South Carolina-based Diamond Devils to a 3-1 start at the 15u Perfect Game World Series in Marietta, Ga. read
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EC Astros 16u chase rich history
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Aug
2012
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Top 2014 MIF prospect Ryan Gridley is just one cog that makes the EC Astros 16u so terrific while also making them a favorite to win the title at the 16u PG World Series. read
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Late add Mavs up to the task
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Aug
2012
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With 2015 prospect Jake McFarland off to a torrid start, the Tifton (Ga.) Mavericks have proved they can compete with the rest of the stellar field at the 15u PG World Series. read
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Team NW moves from SW to SE
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Jul
2012
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Top 2015 RHP/C Brendan Illies played for Team Northwest 17u in Arizona last week and is now with Team Northwest 15u in Georgia this week, looking for another final four finish. read
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Telling tie kicks off 16u PG WS
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Jul
2012
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Top 2014 pitching prospect Alex Lange held Team Citius in check just long enough for Marucci Elite to rally for a 3-3 tie in the opener at the 16u Perfect Game World Series. read
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SF Elite first 17u PGWS champs
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Jul
2012
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The South Florida Elite Squad outlasted the East Cobb Braves, 7-5, in the title game and became the first champions at the 17u Perfect World Series played in Peoria, Ariz. read
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EC Braves, SMART reach Phoenix
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Jul
2012
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East Cobb Braves players (from left) Anthony Young, Jackson Smith and Zach Flowers visited a homeless shelter in Phoenix Thursday night and read and talked to some eager kids. read
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ABD joins 17u PGWS semis party
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Jul
2012
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Ga. Tech commit Elliott Barzilli used this swing to launch a long bomb in an ABD Bulldogs win Friday, and ABD joined three other teams in the semis at the 17u PG World Series. read
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Upstart Northwest nabs final 4 bid
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Jul
2012
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Team Northwest came into the 17u PG World Series with something to prove, and with prospects like Oregon St. commit Logan Ice leading the way, has advanced into the semifinals. read
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Clemens climbs to Classic status
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Jul
2012
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Top two-way prospect Kacy Clemens, Roger's son, is at the 17u Perfect Game World Series this week but will soon be in San Diego for the 10th annual PG All-American Classic. read
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SF Elite expects to live up to name
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Jul
2012
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Top outfield prospect and U of Miami commit William Abreu is a big reason the South Florida Elite Squad is considered a favorite at this week's 17u Perfect Game World Series. read
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SGV looks to stay in 17u hunt
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Jul
2012
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Cal State Fullerton commit Adrian De Horta got the start for SGV Arsenal on Wednesday and helped SGV even its early record to 1-1 at the 17u Perfect Game World Series. read
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Banks charges into 17u PG Series
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Jul
2012
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Perfect Game All-American Nicholas Banks hopes to play a key role in the Houston Banditos' drive to the championship at the first 17u Perfect Game World Series this week. read
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Talent galore at 17u PG Series
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Jul
2012
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The top 16 travel teams from across the nation, each of which boasts a wealth of talent, have been hand picked to compete in the inaugural 17u PG World Series in Peoria, Ariz. read
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EC Braves hit 18u BCS trifecta
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Jul
2012
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With team members using their fingers to display the No. 3, the East Cobb Braves 17u celebrated their third straight PG 18u BCS Finals national championship Friday afternoon. read
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Scorps win big-time 17u BCS title
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Jul
2012
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Led by MVPs Brett Morales and J.B. Woodman, the Orlando Scorpions 17u Purple got past the East Cobb Astros 16u Friday afternoon to win the 17u BCS Finals national title. read
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Scorps 17u live to play another day
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Jul
2012
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With big right-handed slugger Gunnar McNeill providing a lot of the firepower, the No. 6 seeded Orlando Scorpions 17u Purple rolled into Friday's semis at the 17u BCS Finals. read
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No. 1 seed Marlins into 18u semis
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Jul
2012
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Miami recruit Eric Neitzel got down a bunt to help the Marlins Scout Team/Storm earn the No. 1 seed at the 18u BCS Finals and eventually move on to the playoff semifinals. read
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En Fuego 'on fire' at 18u BCS
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Jul
2012
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Right-hander Toby Thomas helped En Fuego Baseball win its sixth straight pool-play game at the 18u BCS Finals and advance to the 16-team playoffs, which begin Thursday afternoon. read
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Braves eye BCS bounce-back
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Jul
2012
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East Carolina commit Bryce Harman is hoping to help the Richmond Braves 2013 bounce back from a pool-play loss and advance to the 16-team playoffs at the 17u BCS Finals. read
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SCORE one for the good guys
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Jul
2012
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Coach Sam Marsonek and his players with SCORE International seem to place their caps on their heads in unison after a pre-game prayer Tuesday at the PG 18u BCS Finals. read
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Metcalf's crown adds Classic jewel
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Jul
2012
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Sarasota (Fla.) HS hall of fame coach Clyde Metcalf prepped for his duties as East Team head coach at the PG All-American Classic by guiding a team at the 18u BCS Finals. read
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MLB draft doesn't doom Devils
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Jul
2012
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4-year outfielder Cameron Dishon hopes to lead the Texas Sun Devils to a 2nd straight BCS Finals crown, even though the core of last year's team was lost to the MLB draft. read
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MBA Pride Claims 13U BCS Finals
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Jul
2012
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As rain continued to pound Fort Myers, Fla., the MBA Pride Elite emerged as champions with a 5-4 over Team Florida to win the 2012 13u BCS Finals. read
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EC Astros 15u seeing double again
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Jul
2012
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The East Cobb Astros 15u won their second straight PG 15u BCS Finals championship Friday, just two weeks after winning their second straight PG WWBA 15u National Championship. read
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Rain finally relents, BCS semis set
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Jul
2012
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The Ohio-based Columbus Sharks had plenty of opportunities for self-congratulation this past week as they outlasted the rain and advanced to the 15u BCS Finals semis. read
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A PG All-American honor
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Jul
2012
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Stephen Gonsalves and several of the other players shared their feelings on being selected to the 10th annual Perfect Game All-American Classic presented by Rawlings. read
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Melendez jumps from D-I to 13u
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Jul
2012
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MBA Pride Elite head coach Mervyl Melendez addresses his team after a 1st-round playoff win at the 13u BCS Finals Thursday. Melendez is also head coach at Alabama State.
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Team Florida debuts at 13u BCS
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Jul
2012
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Jordan Murray slides across home plate with the winning run in Team Florida's 7-6 win over the Academy Select Sun Devils at the PG 13u BCS Finals Wednesday afternoon. read
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Yankees 15u join ECB's top rung
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Jul
2012
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East Cobb Yankees lefty Austin Godfrey worked 7 innings in a big win over the New England Firebirds Wednesday, keeping the Yanks alive for the playoffs at the 15u BCS Finals. read
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'Fear the Fin'
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Jul
2012
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Dublin, Ohio, right-hander Nick Conner was a force both on the mound and at the plate Tuesday, helping the Columbus Sharks to their 4th and 5th straight wins at PG 15u BCS Finals. read
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From swimming pools to pool-play
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Jul
2012
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Left-handed power hitter Seth Beer from Suwanee, Ga., and the Georgia Roadrunners left behind a promising future in the pool to pursue his dream of a productive future in baseball. read
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Venom back as Twelve Black
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Jul
2012
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Twelve Black's Beau Ridgeway got a start on Sunday at the PG 15u BCS Finals. This year's Twelve Black roster advanced to the semis of the 2011 14u BCS Finals as Texas Venom. read
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Elite White likes 13u surroundings
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Jul
2012
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Team Elite White's Kale Ledford makes contact during his first at-bat Sunday at City of Palms Park as the 20-team PG 13u BCS Finals kicked off its six-day run. read
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