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No quit in PG alum Nading    
24
Mar
2013
 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 
DPL Top Prospects    
20
Mar
2013
 David Rawnsley was on hand in Florida to assess the talent of the 2013 Dominican Prospect League rosters, which includes 2012 PG All-American RHP Mayky Perez.  read 
MLB Roundtrip debuts Sunday    
15
Mar
2013
 Perfect Game is proud to present MLB Roundtrip with Baseball Prospectus on Sunday nights on SiriusXM™ radio. The first broadcast will be this Sunday, March 17, at 7 PM ET.  read 
Angels' Trout: 'I'm feeling great'    
13
Mar
2013
 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 
Sutton's Strokes For Little Folks    
11
Mar
2013
 Perfect Game urges you to consider participating in Daron Sutton's Strokes For Little Folks Golf Tournament benefitting the Southwest Austism Research & Resource Center.  read 
Norway Reunion Tour hits Vegas    
7
Mar
2013
 Jeff Johnson of the Cedar Rapids Gazette profiles the Perfect Game sponsored team of former Norway (IA) High School players competing at the 2013 MSBL/MABL Las Vegas Kickoff Classic.  read 
New Rawlings helmets set standard    
22
Feb
2013
 Beginning with the start of this week's Spring Training exhibition games, Rawlings Sports Goods and its new S100® Pro Comp™ batting helmet will become the standard throughout MLB.  read 
Taking a different path    
25
Jan
2013
 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 
ABD legend Spiers passes away    
18
Jan
2013
 Perfect Game would like to extend its deepest condolences to the friends and family of legendary ABD Academy Executive Director Mike Spiers (left) who passed away today.  read 
Balance and Stability Assessment    
4
Jan
2013
 Rays strength and conditioning coordinator and TheBBR.com founder Kevin Barr provides valuable advice for baseball players on how to properly assess their balance and stability.  read 
Florida QB has big league feel    
31
Dec
2012
 Florida quarterback Jeff Driskel, who will lead his No. 4 Gators against Louisville in the Sugar Bowl on Jan. 2, had considerable baseball promise coming out of high school.  read 
Baseball Speed Guidelines    
20
Dec
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides some valuable tips on how players can improve their speed during the baseball season.  read 
Piliere joins Perfect Game    
12
Dec
2012
 Frankie Piliere, who has an impressive scouting background including time spent with the Rangers, Indians and FOX Sports, has joined Perfect Game's extensive scouting team.  read 
BP, PG Align Forces    
5
Dec
2012
 From the Baseball Winter Meetings in Nashville, Tenn., Baseball Prospectus and Perfect Game are proud to announce that they have partnered to provide unrivaled original content.  read 
2013 PG Internship Program    
1
Dec
2012
 2012 PG intern Drake Browne (left) is shown here having some fun with Domingo Ayala at the 2012 17u WWBA National Championship. Click for more details about this year's program.  read 
Baseball Offseason Conditioning    
30
Nov
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides some valuable strength and conditioning suggestions for baseball players during the offseason.  read 
Gift the Gift of Perfect Game    
21
Nov
2012
 Take advantage of the 25-percent discount on all apparel items in the Perfect Game Online Store. The holiday sale ends tonight at midnight.  read 
'Awards season' honors PG alumni    
18
Nov
2012
 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 
PG joins Gold Glove celebration    
15
Nov
2012
 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 
WWBA alum Price wins AL Cy Young    
15
Nov
2012
 David Price, who attended the 2003 WWBA Junior Division National Championship, edged out Justin Verlander to win the 2012 American League Cy Young Award.  read 
Post-Game Fuel for Baseball    
14
Nov
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com emphasizes the importance for baseball players to stay properly hydrated and consume protein and carbohydrates after games and practice.  read 
Trout, Harper tabbed top rookies    
12
Nov
2012
 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.   read 
Lower-Body Power for Baseball    
7
Nov
2012
 Tampa Bay Rays strength and conditioning coordinator Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com outlines techniques for baseball players to develop and improve power from their lower body.  read 
New PG Player Profiles    
5
Nov
2012
 As part of the most expansive and unparalleled player database, Perfect Game has updated the visual look of the individual player profiles while also adding new features.  read 
LakePoint Groundbreaking    
2
Nov
2012
 Visit the LakePoint Sporting Community and Town Center Facebook page for pictures and news links from the Groundbreaking Ceremony conducted on Thursday, November 1.  read 
Baseball Hydration-Strategies    
31
Oct
2012
 Tampa Bay Rays strength and conditioning coordinator Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides baseball-specific strategies for athletes to stay properly hydrated.  read 
Training guidelines - young players    
23
Oct
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides his weekly baseball training and conditioning tips focusing on 13-15 year-old baseball players.  read 
Baseball overuse and overtraining    
16
Oct
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides his weekly baseball training tips focusing on the symptoms, causes and methods for preventing overuse and overtraining.  read 
Baseball Agility Guidelines    
8
Oct
2012
 With the end of the regular season, Kevin Barr, Tampa Bay Rays strength and conditioning coach and founder of TheBBR.com, provides valuable guidelines on baseball agility training.  read 
Introducing PG Performance Gear    
3
Oct
2012
 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 
Baseball Warm-up and Flexibility    
17
Sep
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides his baseball training and conditioning tips, this week focusing on proper warm-up procedures and flexibility training.  read 
Baseball Hamstring Injuries    
4
Sep
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides his weekly tips on baseball conditioning, this week focuses on hamstring injuries and what can be done to prevent them.  read 
Baseball Physical Training    
28
Aug
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides his weekly tips for baseball players, with this week's topic focusing on what expectations players should have for physical training.  read 
Baseball Strength-Guidelines    
21
Aug
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com stops by with some helpful tips for baseball players on building strength.  read 
Foot Speed for Baseball    
15
Aug
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides advice and guidelines for baseball players looking to improve their footspeed.  read 
First-step mechanics for steals    
6
Aug
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com offers some quick tips for baserunners looking to improve their first-step quickness in stealing second base.  read 
Remembering Coach Walsh    
2
Aug
2012
 Perfect Game's Jerry Ford offers some fond memories as well as condolences to the family of Harvard Head Coach Joe Walsh, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 58.  read 
Effects of posture on baseball    
31
Jul
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides valuable training advice for baseball players, including this week's topic focusing on the effects one's posture has on their performance.  read 
Throwing Guidelines    
27
Jul
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com stops by for his weekly tips, with this week's focus on the importance of adhering to key throwing guidelines.  read 
Anabolic steroid side effects    
17
Jul
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides valuable professional insight on some of the life threatening side effects athletes can experience if they choose to take anabolic steroids.  read 
Baseball and Role of Sleep    
11
Jul
2012
 Kevin Barr of theBBR.com provides valuable advice on the role and benefits of sleep for baseball players/athletes, as well as the consequences of sleep deprivation.  read 
Bodyweight Management    
6
Jul
2012
 Kevin Barr provides valuable tips and advice for players of all ages to follow, including this week's topic focusing on bodyweight management and caloric balance.  read 
Baseball Goal Setting    
27
Jun
2012
 Kevin Barr, strength and conditioning coach of the Rays and founder of TheBBR.com emphasizes the importance for young baseball players to set goals.  read 
Baseball Performance-Nutrition    
21
Jun
2012
 Kevin Barr of TheBBR.com provides some key guidelines of proper nutrition tips that directly effect a baseball player's performance on the field.  read 
DPL/PG International Series Recap    
19
Jun
2012
 Follow the link for the recap of the 2012 Dominican Prospect League/Perfect Game International Series recap. The series took place May 28 through June 1 in Boca Chica.  read 
Louisville Slugger & PG Partner    
19
Jun
2012
 Louisville Slugger, the premium baseball equipment maker, is partnering with the premium high school tournament and showcase operator, Perfect Game.  read 
PG National to be streamed online    
12
Jun
2012
 Complete coverage of the 2012 Perfect Game National Showcase will be broadcast live online on the Perfect Game/ECoach Sports Network at www.iHigh.com/perfectgame.  read 
EC Braves 17u get S.M.A.R.T.    
11
Jun
2012
 The East Cobb Braves 17u have partnered with S.M.A.R.T. to help raise money and visit worthy institutions such as the Vanderbilt University Children's Hospital in Nashville, Tenn.  read 
Avery gets taste of The Show    
1
Jun
2012
 2007 Aflac/PG All-American Xavier Avery made his MLB debut on May 13 and the veteran of 16 PG events can't wait to return to the Baltimore Orioles and stick around next time.  read 
West Memorial Day Pool Play Recap    
27
May
2012
 The loaded Diamondbacks Elite Scout Team may be on the bubble for the playoffs at the WWBA West Memorial Day Classic, but they are amongst the tourney's most talented teams.  read 
Japanese Baseball Experience    
9
May
2012
 PG Scouting Coordinator Jason Piddington recently had the opportunity to take in a Japanese Nippon Professional Baseball game between the Yoiuri Giants and the Hiroshima Carp.  read 
MLB mop-up duty for hitters    
8
May
2012
 After Chris Davis got the win on Sunday night against the Red Sox, David Rawnsley takes a peak at each team in MLB to determine which hitters would be best suited for mop-up duty.  read 
A true Friend of the game    
1
May
2012
 Nebraska right-hander Thad Weber took advantage of opportunities offered by PG more than 10 years ago to climb the ladder all the way to his MLB debut with the Tigers on April 22.  read 
Game of the Week online broadcast    
19
Apr
2012
 Perfect Game, in conjunction with eCoachSports and iHigh.com, will be broadcasting this week's game of the week between Lexington Catholic and Farragut online.  read 
Two Kernels from the same Cobb    
11
Apr
2012
 Former PG/Aflac All-Americans and East Cobb Astros teammates Kaleb Cowart and Chevy Clarke are together again playing for the Class A Cedar Rapids Kernels in the Midwest League.  read 
Dominican Prospect League Reports    
4
Apr
2012
 After stops in both Florida and Arizona, the PG staff compiled a top prospect list from their observations on players from the Dominican Prospect League, led by OF Gustavo Cabrera.  read 
Davidson always strives for more    
2
Apr
2012
 Top minor league prospect Matt Davidson (with Daron Sutton) worked hard with his high school team and at various PG events, and the Diamondbacks made him a first round pick in '09.  read 
DPL scouting blogs    
27
Mar
2012
 Scouting notes and videos are available from the Dominican Prospect League's stops in Florida and Arizona, including those on RHP Bryan Munoz, who recently signed with the Dodgers.  read 
Nelson has that 'Mile High' feeling    
25
Mar
2012
 Rockies infielder Chris Nelson takes a whack at a pitch during their Cactus League game against the Reds on Sunday. Nelson, a 2003 Aflac All-American, is making his presence known.  read 
Parra traveled the extra miles    
23
Mar
2012
 Venezuelan native Gerardo Parra traveled thousands of miles to attend PG showcases in 2004, and he was rewarded with an amateur free agent contract from the Arizona Diamondbacks.  read 
Sutton leads the baseball life    
22
Mar
2012
 D-backs TV play-by-play man Daron Sutton grew up in an MLB family with his Hall of Fame father, Don, and is living his dream while also becoming a spokesman for Perfect Game.  read 
Rapid rise for Royals' Hosmer    
21
Mar
2012
 KC Royals' first baseman Eric Hosmer was playing in a PG event in the fall of 2007 and just four years later finished 3rd in the AL Rookie of the Year voting. A rapid rise, indeed.  read 
D'Backs' Upton driven to succeed    
20
Mar
2012
 Arizona Diamondbacks MLB All-Star and PG veteran Justin Upton is reaching new heights in his MLB career, and credits his parents and his PG experiences for much of his success.  read 
Sweeney sees if the Sox will fit    
13
Mar
2012
 MLB outfielder Ryan Sweeney, a veteran of 21 PG events, has spent a lot of time taking BP at Boston's spring training complex as he tries to earn a spot in the Red Sox's lineup.  read 
Dominican Prospect Lg. Scout Day    
12
Mar
2012
 David Rawnsley is in Florida the next few days covering the Dominican Prospect League, including LHP Keyln Jose, as well as the Rangers unapproved $4.5M signing of OF Jairo Beras.  read 
Top ballplayer, top all-around guy    
12
Mar
2012
 Hammond Stadium welcomed Twins OF Denard Span to his 10th spring training Grapefruit League season this month, and the PG alum is ready to bounce back from an injury-plagued 2011.  read 
'Salty' looks to reach full potential    
12
Mar
2012
 PG alum and 2003 first round draft pick Jarrod Saltalamacchia has inherited the starting catcher's job with the Boston Red Sox and looks to finally reach his potential in 2012.  read 
Moving up from the ground floor    
11
Mar
2012
 Boston Red Sox OF Cody Ross was right there on Perfect Game's ground floor when he attended the 1997 PG World Showcase. 15 years later, he hopes to make an impact with the Sox.  read 
'Fenway South' latest Lee Co. gem    
10
Mar
2012
 JetBlue Park in southeast Fort Myers, Fla., features its own "Green Monster" and the new spring training home of the Boston Red Sox gives Lee County another MLB-quality facility.  read 
Twins' Plouffe comes full-circle    
10
Mar
2012
 2003 Aflac All-American Trevor Plouffe is back at Hammond Stadium for the Twins' spring training camp this month learning to play the outfield and eager to earn a roster spot.  read 
Video: Spring Training coordination    
23
Feb
2012
 Former big league player and manager Bruce Kimm talks about the importance of entering spring training with an organized schedule and overall plan.  read 
Dom. Prospect Lg. Top Prospects    
2
Feb
2012
 With the conclusion of the Dominican Top Prospect League workout and All-Star Game, David Rawnsley breaks down the top prospects that were in attendance, including RHP Branly Crisotomo.  read 
PG's Simpson receives lifetime honor    
25
Jan
2012
 PG's Allan Simpson (far right), a member of the 2011 Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame induction class, received the Willie Duke Lifetime Achievement Award at the Raleigh Hot Stove League's annual banquet.  read 
Preseason Kickoff    
16
Jan
2012
 Perfect Game's preseason coverage of the draft, college and high school seasons begins today. Be sure to check back early and often for unrivaled coverage of amateur baseball.  read 
Larkin deserving Hall of Famer    
9
Jan
2012
 After leading Michigan to the CWS in 1983-84, Barry Larkin enjoyed a productive 19-year career as shortstop for the Cincinnati Reds, which included a World Series championship and an MVP award.  read 
Crosschecker Free Trial: 1/9 - 1/15    
8
Jan
2012
 For the first time ever everyone can enjoy subscription-based PG Crosschecker features during the week of January 9-15. Click to read more details and to be directed to the free trial registration page.  read 
Winter Meetings Coming and Goings    
8
Dec
2011
 Allan Simpson first attended the Winter Meetings in 1980 to spread the word about BA. This year the PG crew spread the word about its new state-of-the-art sports complex set to open in 2013.  read 
Ron Washington: Rockin' the PG    
18
Nov
2011
 A special thanks to American League Champion and Texas Rangers Manager Ron Washington for Rockin' the PG cap during his season ending press conference.  read 
Clayton Kershaw claims NL Cy Young    
17
Nov
2011
 The Los Angeles Dodgers LHP Clayton Kershaw won the 2011 National League Cy Young award, leading the NL in ERA (2.28) and strikeouts (248) while tying for the league lead in wins (21).  read 
Dustin Kellogg killed in car accident    
6
Oct
2011
 Perfect Game would like to offer our most sincere condolences to the friends and family members of Dustin Kellogg, who was killed in a car accident Tuesday morning.  read 
2011 PG Minor League All-Stars    
20
Sep
2011
 Anthony Rizzo, showing off his big left-handed swing at the 2006 PG National, hit .331-26-101 this season in the minors to be named the DH for PG's 2011 Minor League All-Star Team.  read 
Wave of PG Alumni reach MLB    
8
Sep
2011
 Several players that had previously attended a Perfect Game event, including former All-American Chris Marrero, recently made their big-league debuts as rosters expanded September 1.  read 
Hoffman named Honorary Chairman    
1
Aug
2011
 Trevor Hoffman, MLB’s all-time saves leader, has been named the Honorary Chairman of the 2011 Perfect Game All-American Classic presented by Rawlings.  read 
Mets snag top prospect Wheeler    
28
Jul
2011
 Former Perfect Game top prospect Zack Wheeler was a key component in the trade that sent six-time MLB All-Star Carlos Beltran from the New York Mets to the San Francisco Giants.  read 
Official Game Week Practice Schedule    
25
Jul
2011
 With the Perfect Game All-American Classic presented by Rawlings quickly approaching, the practice schedule during the days leading up to the event has been released.  read 
PG ready to unveil AA Classic teams    
11
Jul
2011
 The Perfect Game All-American Classic is around the corner and guru David Rawnsley will unveil the teams on a selection show Wednesday, July, 13, at 9 p.m., CT, on CBS Sports Network.  read 
Show Time in Marietta    
8
Jul
2011
 The San Diego Show became the first team from California to capture the 18u WWBA National Championship trophy with a 10-1 win over the East Cobb Yankees in the finals.  read 
Buxton Breaks Out    
7
Jul
2011
 Having toiled in relative annonymity in rural southern Georgia, the super athletic Byron Buxton has made a big name for himself this week at the 18u WWBA National Championship.  read 
Swing & Miss on RHP Nick Jones    
6
Jul
2011
 East Cobb Orioles RHP Nick Jones caused swing & misses from more than just opposing hitters in his July 3rd start against the Southeastern Athletics.  read 
Sims Brings Heat at 18u WWBA    
6
Jul
2011
 Team Gwinett RHP Lucas Sims matched the top velocity thus far at the 18u WWBA National Championship while earning the win in a pivotal pool play game yesterday.  read 
18u WWBA Day 2 Highlights    
4
Jul
2011
 Several positive surprises on the mound highlighted day 2 action at the WWBA 18u National Championship in Marietta, GA.  read 
Opening Day from 18u WWBA    
3
Jul
2011
 The 2011 WWBA 18u National Championship tournament opened in Marietta, GA yesterday. PG takes a look at a few of the highlights from opening day.  read 
PG A-A Classic Selection Show    
25
Jun
2011
 In a first-of-its-kind presentation, PG and CBS Sports will present a special TV program to announce the players who will play in the 2011 Perfect Game All-American Classic.  read 
East Cobb Sweeps PG-EC Invite    
14
Jun
2011
 In a large field with talented teams from all over the country it was the local powerhouse East Cobb Baseball that swept all three age divisions of the Perfect Game-East Cobb Invitational.   read 
Classic alum Cole picked No. 1    
7
Jun
2011
 The Pirates made UCLA RHP Gerrit Cole the No. 1 overall selection in 2011 MLB First-Year Player Draft, a pick that stuck another feather in the cap of the All-American Classic  read 
Perfect Game All-American Classic    
6
Jun
2011
 The Perfect Game All-American Classic Presented by Rawlings heads back to San Diego.  read 
Jennings, Marlins looking ahead    
10
May
2011
 Florida Marlins assistant GM Dan Jennings works with the organization to bring in top prospects and rebuild the farm system while keeping track of the pulse of the other 29 MLB teams.  read 
Cabrera embarks on pro career    
5
May
2011
 There has never been any disagreement regarding the abilities of top prospect Yordy Cabrera. The PG National Showcase alum and Aflac All-American is now beginning a pro career.  read 
McNamara hits the road for M's    
15
Apr
2011
 Seattle Mariners director of amateur scouting Tom McNamara travels the country to join large contingents of MLB scouts in the search for the nation's top prospects.  read 
Nats' Clark looks for solid draft    
12
Apr
2011
 Roy Clark (left), the Washington Nationals assistant GM and VP of player personnel, remains a big fan of PG events while he stocks the Nationals' farm system with early round draft picks.  read 
Picollo, Royals build from within    
11
Apr
2011
 Kansas City Royals Assistant General Manager-Scouting J.J. Picollo and the entire Royals' scouting staff work tirelessly to continue to build the club's farm system.  read 
PG Announces Desert Classic    
1
Apr
2011
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Perfect Game has announced the addition of a new tournament for their summer schedule for 2011 with the PG Desert Classic. The tournament will consist of 3 age divisions  read 
SEC Q&A with Kendall Rogers    
17
Mar
2011
 Perfect Game’s Kendall Rogers Q&A about SEC Baseball with SECSPORTS.COM  read 
Age of the Pitcher    
17
Mar
2011
 Given the number of pitchers, young and old, that enjoyed big seasons a year ago at the Major League level, the season was labeled the year of pitching.  read 
Canadians, DPL ready to rock    
15
Mar
2011
 The Dominican Prospect League elite squad and the Ontario (Canada) Blue Jays have arrived in sunny Florida, and are already playing games and working out in anticipation of...  read 
PG pairs Dominicans, Canadians    
13
Mar
2011
 The Dominican Prospect League (DPL), working closely in organizational efforts with Perfect Game USA, will bring its top-prospect elite team to the United States from March 16 through March 22  read 
Oldis keeps mining for talent    
7
Mar
2011
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Bob Oldis leaned forward and rested the weight of his upper body on his knees. It was a somewhat futile effort on Oldis’ part to get comfortable while seated on a  read 
Mocking Mocks    
4
Mar
2011
 Mock drafts are incredibly popular in any sport. If you are a fan of the NFL, I’m guessing it’s likely that you have spent some time at this time of year, between...  read 
Rawlings Preseason All Americans    
3
Mar
2011
 Rawlings Sporting Goods® announced today its annual Rawlings Preseason All-American and All-Region Teams to recognize the top 400 high school baseball athletes in the U.S.  read 
PG National moved to Fort Myers    
10
Feb
2011
 The Perfect Game National Showcase and PG Junior National Showcase, originally scheduled to be held at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, have been moved to City of Palms Stadium in Fort Myers, Fla.  read 
Wake coach donates kidney    
9
Feb
2011
 Wake Forest baseball coach Tom Walter donated one of his kidneys for use in a transplant involving current Demon Deacon freshman and Perfect Game alum Kevin Jordan.  read 
Final 2011 Draft Order    
8
Feb
2011
 The final draft order has been determined now that all of the free agents that could affect the 2011 draft order have signed. The sandwich round will be 27 picks deep this coming June, the longest it has been since 2007 when the supplemental first round had 34 selections.  read 
MLB prospects started with Trombly    
28
Jan
2011
 Major League Baseball recently released its rankings of the top 10 prospects at each position, and they’re lists that make Steve Trombly smile.  read 
College Top Ten 2011    
28
Jan
2011
 After a nine-year drought, the SEC, usually considered the strongest conference in just about every sport, has righted itself the last two years, with LSU and South Carolina winning it all in 2009 and 2010 respectively.  read 
Congratulations Allan!    
25
Jan
2011
 (Rawnsley has known Allan Simpson since approximately 1994, worked with him twice, including the last four years with Perfect Game and PG Crosschecker.com, and credits Simpson with being the most influential person in his professional career)  read 
PG’s Simpson enters CBHOF    
24
Jan
2011
 Allan Simpson, the founder of the highly respected magazine Baseball America and a valuable contributor to Perfect Game USA since 2006, on Monday was named an inductee into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame.  read 
Brewers deal from strength    
17
Jan
2011
 If you are familiar with my background, you are aware that I am a fan of the Milwaukee Brewers. Because of that I try my best not to spend too much time covering the team here at Perfect Game as I don’t want my analysis to conflict with my own personal biases.  read 
Blyleven, Alomar Hall of Fame Bound    
10
Jan
2011
 Congratulations are in order to both Bert Blyleven and Roberto Alomar for being selected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Last year I argued that it shouldn’t have taken this long for Blyleven to get in, and that Alomar should have been in on the first try, but now I’m just happy to see that both will be inducted where they belong.  read 
Seminars stress academics, being proactive    
8
Jan
2011
 FORT MYERS, Fla. – On the nights before the start of the four Perfect Game showcase events held here in late December and this weekend (Jan.8-9), Perfect Game teamed with Skillshow and BaseballWebTV.com to conduct recruiting seminars for the young players and their parents.  read 
2011 Schedule Posted Online    
6
Jan
2011
 Most of Perfect Game’s 2011 schedule has been finalized and is now available for viewing at http://www.perfectgame.org/Schedule/Default.aspx.  read 
Rays Need Enviable Depth    
20
Dec
2010
 A year ago I wrote a story that focused on the depth the Rays boasted in their talent-rich system, ranging from the big-leagues down to the minors. Remember, at that point in time both the Yankees and the Red Sox were considered the teams to beat in the American League East, and many felt as though the Rays would fall short of making the playoffs at the end of the 2010 season.  read 
Crespo Helps Deserving Kids Play Ball    
17
Dec
2010
 Hector Crespo, a sophomore on the Appalachian State baseball team, is helping make the world a better place, one glove and one bat at a time.  read 
Perfect Game: New Baseball Complex    
17
Dec
2010
 Perfect Game USA has been working on a developmental project for several years in various locations around the country. The goal has always been to build a complex that is geared towards  read 
Didn’t Sign Yet? Here’s A Plan    
14
Dec
2010
 With the early signing period having passed for NCAA letters of intent, I’d like to congratulate those of you who had the chance to sign with the school of your choice.   read 
PG Alum Votto Wins NL MVP    
23
Nov
2010
 Congratulations to PG Alum Joey Votto on winning the 2010 National League Most Valuable Player award. Votto becomes the first PG Alum to win an MVP award, although there are certainly more to follow in the near future  read 
Building a Winner: An Inside Look    
19
Nov
2010
 Talent procurement is a favorite subject of mine in these columns, often spending time breaking down how certain teams are built, similar to how I did so with the Giants and their impressive pitching staff a couple of weeks ago. This week I wanted to take a quick glance on how all eight of the playoff teams were assembled, from internal draft picks and international free agents to trade acquisitions and free agent signings.  read 
Perfect Game Ventures Into College Ball    
12
Nov
2010
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa—Perfect Game USA has evolved into the world’s largest independent baseball scouting service. Now it will broaden its horizons by becoming intricately involved in the rapidly growing ranks of summer college baseball.  read 
2010 Rawlings Gold Glove (NL)    
10
Nov
2010
 ST. LOUIS, MO – November 10, 2010 – A day after announcing its American League® winners, Rawlings® revealed the 2010 National League® Rawlings Gold Glove Award® class today during an exclusive telecast on ESPNEWS.  read 
2010 Rawlings Gold Glove (AL)    
10
Nov
2010
 ST. LOUIS, MO – November 9, 2010 – Rawlings® unveiled its latest class of American League® Rawlings Gold Glove Award® recipients today during an exclusive telecast on ESPNEWS.  read 
Life Without Baseball Is No Fun    
8
Nov
2010
 This is the worst time of the year for major league baseball fans...  read 
So Long, Sparky    
8
Nov
2010
 The stories say that George “Sparky” Anderson died from complications due to dementia, a tragic and sad ending for one of the greatest managers of all time.   Anderson, 76, was placed in hospic...  read 
11 PG Grads in World Series    
29
Oct
2010
 A pair of Perfect Game graduates and Aflac All-Americans are scheduled to form the battery for the San Francisco Giants in Game 4 of the World Series Sunday night against the Texas Rangers.  read 
National Letter of Intent reminders    
18
Oct
2010
 Congratulations to those Perfect Game baseball prospects who have committed to a school and will have the opportunity to sign a National Letter of Intent with their NCAA Division I or II future school starting November 10. Here are some NLI general reminders and points to keep in mind.  read 
PG Minor League All-Star Team    
23
Sep
2010
 Every year I compile a list of minor league all-stars represented by players who previously have attended a Perfect Game showcase or tournament event.  read 
PHOTO QUIZ    
9
Sep
2010
 Ever wonder what Big League players looked liked when they were young high school kids? Perfect Game files have thousands of photos taken at various events over the years. Here are 16 photos of young high school players that are currently doing well in the Major Leagues.   read 
Denee Is Cover Girl for Sea Gals Calendar    
3
Sep
2010
 Customers call the BaseballWebTV & Skillshow office in Seattle and get a friendly, helpful person on the phone. Most of those callers have no idea they're speaking with a member of the Sea Gals, NFL Cheerleaders for the Seattle Seahawks and a local celebrity.  read 
Summer’s Best    
3
Sep
2010
 This is another one of my annual columns, assembling a team made up of the best players I had the opportunity to see this summer one way or another. I think it’s easy to say that the talent that is stacking up for next year is going to make the 2012 draft special.  read 
PG to Host Home Run Derby    
13
Aug
2010
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Aug. 13, 2010) – Perfect Game USA is proud to announce it will host the fifth annual Chuck Fulton Memorial Home Run Derby at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Tuesday, Aug. 31. The derby is held in memory of Chuck Fulton, longtime Cedar Rapids baseball supporter, and is free to boys and girls ages 12 and under.  read 
Advice From a Guy Who’s Been There    
9
Aug
2010
 For all freshmen and newcomers, it is important to go into fall baseball practice at college and expect to challenge for playing time immediately.   read 
New NCAA Rules Are Important To Know    
27
Jul
2010
 If you are a prospect, parent, high school coach or travel ball coach, you will want to be aware of some upcoming changes regarding NCAA rules and policies that will take effect very soon:  read 
EvoShield Partners With Perfect Game    
20
Jul
2010
 EvoShield and Perfect Game USA, two innovative companies that have enjoyed tremendous success in their respective fields, will be joining forces at two major baseball tournaments in Arizona this fall.  read 
Rendon Down, Not Out    
20
Jul
2010
 On a night in which three pitchers (Sonny Gray, Kyle Winkler, Noe Ramirez) combined on a no-hitter to defeat the Korean Republic team 3-0, Team USA lost their star third baseman, Rice’s Anthony Rendon. He was caught in a rundown between first and second base in the first inning of the contest, and ended up fracturing and dislocating his right ankle as part of the play.  read 
Special Fund Keeps Adenhart’s Memory Alive    
21
Jun
2010
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Nick Adenhart died tragically last year, killed by a drunk driver shortly after he’d pitched six scoreless innings for the Los Angeles Angels, but his memory is being celebrated through the Nick Adenhart Memorial Fund.  read 
B.J. Hermsen Dazzles in Return to Iowa    
18
Jun
2010
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – B.J. Hermsen’s grandmothers will have to bake some extra-special cookies for the big right-hander after the way he performed in Cedar Rapids Thursday night. Maybe they’ll add a few more chocolate chips, with sprinkles on top.  read 
Cardinals Being Careful with Shelby Miller    
23
May
2010
 Shelby Miller isn’t perfect. His pickoff move needs work, for instance, but there’s a good reason for that. Not too many high school batters reached base against him last year in Texas.  read 
Everybody Needs a Guy Like Dick Vaske    
22
May
2010
 Every baseball program needs an unsung hero who gets things done. Somebody who makes the phone calls, rakes the infield, hires the umpires, arranges the schedule, buys the baseballs, chalks the lines, cuts the grass.  read 
Perfect Game Launching Improved Web Site    
13
May
2010
 Perfect Game USA is proud to announce that we’re unveiling a new and improved web site this week. You’ll still find us at www.PerfectGame.org with all of our previous features, but now you’ll find much more information...  read 
Max Stassi Hit 110 homers for Good Cause    
5
May
2010
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Max Stassi likes to hit home runs. He’s good at it, too.  read 
Nick Franklin’s Big Bonus: Family Came First    
30
Apr
2010
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa -- Nick Franklin received a $1.28 million bonus to sign with the Seattle Mariners last summer and knew exactly what he wanted to do with some of the money. He gave a chunk to his parents to pay off the mortgage on their home in Florida.  read 
A Whimsical MLB Football Team    
21
Apr
2010
 The annual NFL draft will be held this Thursday through Saturday, with much more national fanfare than the amateur baseball draft in June. There are four players ranked in the ESPN Top 100 football draft prospects with extensive baseball backgrounds, all of whom decided to pass on baseball this spring to prepare for their football careers.  read 
Mets and PG Agree: We Like Ike (Davis)    
20
Apr
2010
 Ike Davis woke up Monday morning as a member of the Buffalo Bisons. By Monday night, he was the starting first baseman for the New York Mets and went 2-for-4 with an RBI single in New York’s 6-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs on ESPN.  read 
Pujols, Mauer Top Midwest League Honor Squad    
16
Apr
2010
 It would be hard to pick a major league all-star team these days without putting Albert Pujols at first base and Joe Mauer behind the plate, but that’s not the only all-star team that would love to have them.  read 
Ronan Tells Young Pitchers: Be Ready    
16
Apr
2010
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Kernan Ronan’s career got off to a promising start as a pitcher for the San Francisco Giants nearly 30 years ago. He spent his first year in Rookie Ball, spent his next year in Single A and Double A, and his third year in Triple-A.  read 
Joe Mauer is worth every cent    
22
Mar
2010
 The Minnesota Twins just poked the Yankees, Red Sox and all the other rich kids in the eye.Back off, the Twins said loudly. Joe Mauer is ours. Maybe forever.You’ve got to admit, $184 million is a chun...  read 
Brenham, The Baseball Capital of Texas    
21
Mar
2010
 BASEBALL IN THE HEART OF TEXAS About halfway between the unbelievably spread out and enormous city of Houston and the bustling state capital of Austin lies the quiet town of Brenham, home to about ...  read 
Loux, Stilson Shine for Texas A&M    
20
Mar
2010
 All the scouts in the stands at the Texas Tech vs. Texas A&M match up Friday night in College Station could talk about was the impending weather. With good reason, too. Theres been a Texas size gu...  read 
Crack of the Bat: The Next Big Deal    
19
Mar
2010
 Quite often one player can define any given draft year. Last year we followed the exploits of Stephen Strasburg, whose success has carried into this spring as one of the bigger stories in Major League Baseball out of the Washington Nationals spring training camp. With the ability to throw his fastball consistently in the mid-to-upper 90s, to go along with a killer breaking ball and impressive command, he has been the most hyped (and so far deservedly so) draft prospect ever.  read 
Rawlings® and Perfect Game USA announce Preseason All-American and All-Region Teams    
17
Mar
2010
 ST. LOUIS, Mo. (March 17, 2010) - Rawlings Sporting Goods® announced today its annual Rawlings Preseason All-American and All-Region Teams to recognize the top 400 high school baseball athletes in the U.S., while also showcasing their abilities to collegiate and professional scouts. In partnership with Perfect Game USA, the world’s largest scouting report service, Rawlings is devoted to distinguishing “THE FINEST IN THE FIELD” with these two prestigious awards.  read 
Strasburg Looks Good in Debut for Nationals    
9
Mar
2010
 Nobody asked Stephen Strasburg to send his jersey to Cooperstown, at least not yet. Heck, nobody even said if he'll make the opening-day roster for the Washington Nationals or not. It was only two...  read 
Heyward was 14 when he caught our eye    
5
Mar
2010
 Jason Heyward began coming to Perfect Game’s premier events when he was just 14 years old. Even then, our scouts were very impressed with his immense talent and potential. Our admiration continued to ...  read 
Mental Aspects of Sports are Vital to Success    
2
Mar
2010
 Yogi Berra was once quoted as saying that “Ninety percent of this game is half mental.” Well, whatever he intended, he was correct that the mental aspect of baseball, or any other sport, is a very imp...  read 
Willie Mays: The Life, The Legend    
1
Mar
2010
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Mike Paris: A Place for Everybody in Baseball    
26
Feb
2010
 Mike Paris drove his specially equipped van to Perfect Game headquarters in Cedar Rapids last weekend, used the wheelchair ramp on the van to get out, rolled himself to the front door of the building,...  read 
Hermsen Succeeds Despite Broken Collarbone    
26
Feb
2010
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Finding Character in a Baseball Player    
12
Feb
2010
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The Best Scouting Directors of the Draft Era    
7
Feb
2010
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Bobby Grich Saw the Start of Steroids Era    
6
Feb
2010
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Is the Farm System for Winning or for Developing Players?    
3
Feb
2010
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Angels pay Matthews to play for Mets    
31
Jan
2010
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Why it’s good to scout a player on a bad day    
29
Jan
2010
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Max Homick is an Ambidextrous Gem    
21
Jan
2010
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Perfect Game Servers Have Been Upgraded    
19
Jan
2010
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Hawk in the Hall    
15
Jan
2010
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Global World Series is a world-class idea    
8
Jan
2010
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Now Batting for St. Louis: Mark McGwire?    
8
Jan
2010
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Evaluating Pitchers    
5
Jan
2010
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Preseason College All-American Team    
5
Jan
2010
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Mauer and Pujols are Most Special MVPs    
4
Jan
2010
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Ernie Harwell: A Definition of Baseball    
31
Dec
2009
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Rays’ Enviable Depth    
31
Dec
2009
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Halladay Season Changes the East    
18
Dec
2009
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Evaluating Batting Practice    
18
Dec
2009
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Allie Tops Big Class at North Carolina    
8
Dec
2009
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Sawvell Needed Perfect Game 40 Years Ago    
4
Dec
2009
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Heisman Hopeful has Baseball Promise    
3
Dec
2009
 The 8th annual World Wood Bat Association Underclass World Championships will begin Friday morning, October 9, at 9 am, with the championship game scheduled for midday Monday morning. A total of 100 t...  read 
Jonathan Figueroa Dies at age 26    
25
Nov
2009
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New Automated Signups for Tournaments    
25
Nov
2009
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AL MVP Joe Mauer Stories    
25
Nov
2009
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College Baseball Transfers    
25
Nov
2009
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Peter Greenberg loses his battle with leukemia    
23
Nov
2009
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Veteran's Day Tribute    
19
Nov
2009
 CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa -- Andy Stack and the Reds Midwest Scout Team aren't the bridesmaids of the Kernels Foundation WWBA tournament anymore. This year, they won the title. Conor Fisk pitched a four...  read 
Yankees Dynasty    
13
Nov
2009
 Kellen Sweeney never heard the pop. That’s why the dreaded words “Tommy John Surgery” did not enter his mind. Sweeney, a senior at Cedar Rapids Jefferson High School in Iowa, missed several weeks late...  read 
All-Time Greats on Display    
4
Nov
2009
 One of the most important decisions that a college athlete recruit will make is which college scholarship offer to accept. The best way to learn about a college or university and the baseball program,...  read 
$3.1 Million Man Wins Bo Jackson Five-Tool Challenge    
25
Oct
2009
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Bo Jackson 5 Tool Event Set for Jupiter    
16
Oct
2009
 Trey Griffin's brother got a $900,000 bonus when he signed with the Baltimore Orioles last year after being drafted in the second round as the 50th pick overall, so the bar has been set. Trey figures ...  read 
WWBA Jupiter 2006 College Team    
16
Oct
2009
 Connor Narron was walking around Times Square, seeing the sights in Manhattan, when his cell phone rang. Yes, he'd be happy to talk about baseball and making the Aflac All-American game. He wasn't doi...  read 
Top 10 WWBA World Championship Highlights    
16
Oct
2009
 Brian Ragira is an excellent baseball player, an Aflac All-American who has committed to Stanford, but he probably could have excelled in soccer or track just as easily. Just look at his genes and his...  read 
Bo Jackson 5 Tool Event Set for WWBA World Championship    
16
Oct
2009
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IMPORTANT NEWS WWBA Jupiter, Florida 2009    
14
Oct
2009
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2009 WWBA Underclass World Championship - Story Archive    
13
Oct
2009
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