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Looking at Tarik Skubal's trade value
As the Detroit Tigers entered the All-Star break in 2026, they had salvaged what started out to be a terrible season, falling 16 games under .500 and 11.5 games behind the division lead. But since June 1st, they have been as good as any team in the league and pulled to within 4.5 games of a playoff spot as of Tuesday, and seem poised to challenge for a division title.
Visitor Guide: Tehachapi's Fourth of July extravaganza, bigger and better than ever as the USA celebrates 250th
It's the 250th anniversary of the United States of America's founding, and Tehachapi is bringing the red, white and blue this year with a massively expanded 4th of July celebration that will stretch into the 3rd and 5th in honor of a quarter-millennia of the USA.
Golden Eagles visit Nashville for Wednesday rematch with in-state rival Belmont
By Mike Lehman, TTU Sports Information COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Tech baseball team hits the road for just the second time this season on Wednesday afternoon, heading to Nashville for a 4:00 p.m. CT rematch with in-state rival Belmont at E.S. Rose Park. Fans are encouraged to check TTUSports.com and Tennessee Tech social media for any potential updates to this weekend's schedule.
Tech to square off with WKU in Monday match-up at the Quill
By Mike Lehman, TTU Sports Information COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Tech baseball team wraps up a grueling stretch of eight games in 10 days Monday afternoon, playing host to Western Kentucky in a 4:00 p.m. CT bout at Quillen Field and Bush Stadium at the Averitt Express Baseball Complex. The contest was originally scheduled for 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon, but the decision was made to reschedule due to expected inclement weather in the Cookeville area on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Purple and gold play host to UIC in weekend slate starting Friday
By Mike Lehman, TTU Sports Information COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Tech baseball team returns to Quillen Field and Bush Stadium at the Averitt Express Baseball Complex on Friday afternoon, kicking off a three-game series with UIC with a 3:00 p.m. CT tilt. Game two of the weekend schedule will feature a 2:00 p.m. first pitch on Saturday while Sunday's series finale has been pushed up one hour for a 12:00 p.m. (noon) start. Admission to all Tech baseball games is free of charge.
NCHSAA 3A State Final Preview
The NCHSAA Tournament has entered the State Finals. There are 2 teams at each classification that can taste the championship dog pile. Below we breakdown the 3A State Finals with a look at each club and our scout's thoughts on what could be coming this week.
NCHSAA 2A State Final Preview
The NCHSAA Tournament has entered the State Finals. There are 2 teams at each classification that can taste the championship dog pile. Below we breakdown the 2A State Finals with a look at each club and our scout's thoughts on what could be coming this week.
Episode 25 of ‘Inside Pirate Athletics’ today at 6
NOTE: The above video is from last week’s “Inside Pirate Athletics.” The live version of Monday’s show will appear above. The recorded version will be added here Monday night. ===== GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — East Carolina University baseball will be the topic of Monday’s “Inside Pirate Athletics,” co-hosted by Inner Banks Media radio hosts Patrick Johnson and Stephen Igoe. Head coach Cliff Godwin will join the show as well as players Jacob Jenkins Cowart, Ryan McCrystal and Eric Richie.
Episode 24 of ‘Inside Pirate Athletics’ today at 6
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — A guest who hasn’t been on in a while is returning this week to “Inside Pirate Athletics.” East Carolina University head football coach Mike Houston will be on this week’s episode, co-hosted by Inner Banks Media radio hosts Patrick Johnson and Stephen Igoe. ECU football’s annual spring game is set for April 13, just under a month away as the season draws closer.
Episode 21 of ‘Inside Pirate Athletics’ today at 6
NOTE: Technical difficulties prevented us from hosting “Inside Pirate Athletics” last Monday. Today’s show will be hosted above starting at 6 p.m. The broadcast will be posted here later Monday evening. ===== GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The hottest team currently in play at East Carolina University will be in the spotlight during Monday’s “Inside Pirate Athletics” show. Co-hosts Patrick Johnson and Stephen Igoe will speak with ECU softball coach Shane Winkler about his team’s hot start to the season.
Trackman Pitching Leaders: NC Procase
The Prep Baseball North Carolina ProCase has become a must see event for area scouts that cover North Carolina. The 6th annual event was held on Sunday February 11th at Diamond Xtreme in Kernersville, NC. With over 30 of the top prospects from North Carolina's 2024 and 2025 grad classes in attendance, the 2024 ProCase was set to be one of the best in the event's history. The 2024 roster drew over 30 professional scouts to Kernersville for the workout.
Underclass Spotlight: Colt Briggs
Underclass Spotlight: Colt Briggs February 20, 2024 Patrick Johnson North Carolina Assistant Scouting Director Premium Content Area This article is only available to PBRPlus Subscribers. If you wish to continue reading this article: Login to the Subscriptions Website. To purchase a NEW SUBSCRIPTION, please click here to go to our subscription products page.
Episode 20 of ‘Inside Pirate Athletics’ Monday at 6
Note: The above video is from last week’s show. The live show will air here on Monday at 6 p.m. and the recorded show will be added later tonight. ===== GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — It’s been another good week for the ECU men’s basketball team. “Inside Pirate Athletics” will focus on this and much more in Monday night’s show. Co-hosts Patrick Johnson and Stephen Igoe will be joined by Pirates head coach Mike Schwartz.
Preseason All-State East: Blast Leaders
The Preseason All-State events in North Carolina have quickly become the top winter events for the top players in the state to attend. This year there are 3 Preseason All-State events with the East and West happening on February 3rd and 4th. The Preseason All-State Central is scheduled for February 10th. These three events will see over 250 of North Carolina's top players, as they are ready to post numbers and go through a workout in preparation for the spring season.
Rankings Spotlight: Charlie Shaver
RANKINGS SPOTLIGHT: CHARLIE SHAVER The 4th ranked RHP in the 2026 class, Charlie Shaver, delivers his fastball up to 88mph from a 6'0"-170lbs frame. Shaver impressed at our recent Preseason All-State West event pounding the zone with all of his pitches but really commanding the fastball and change-up from the same arm slot.
Preseason All-State West: Blast Leaders
The Preseason All-State events in North Carolina have quickly become the top winter events for the top players in the state to attend. This year there are 3 Preseason All-State events with the East and West happening on February 3rd and 4th. The Preseason All-State Central is scheduled for February 10th. These three events will see over 250 of North Carolina's top players, as they are ready to post numbers and go through a workout in preparation for the spring season.
Inside the Rankings: Battle for Top 1B of the 2025 Class
Inside the Rankings is a unique look through the eyes of Prep Baseball scouts, allowing players, fans, and coaches to get to know some of the top players in the state of North Carolina. Rankings in the state are updated almost quarterly, as players are transitioning from one season to another. Prep Baseball scouts will use the information they gain from Prep Baseball events, Prep Baseball Tournaments, game coverage, workouts, and practices to put grades on as many players in the state as possible.
Preseason All-State Spotlight: Jake Parham
Each year the month of February in North Carolina is a big one for baseball players. With the high school spring season coming, and the off-period of November and December, players have had some time to work on their strengths and improve their weaknesses. They have been in the weight room and in the cages. As we enter February, Prep Baseball begins its work to continue to identify and update our notes on prospects in North Carolina.
Preseason All-State Central: Quick Hitters (Underclass Hitters)
The Preseason All-State events in North Carolina have quickly become the top winter events for the top players in the state to attend. This year there are 3 Preseason All-State events with the East and West happening on February 3rd and 4th. The Preseason All-State Central is scheduled for February 10th. These three events will see over 250 of North Carolina's top players, as they are ready to post numbers and go through a workout in preparation for the spring season.
Preseason All-State West: Trackman Pitching Leaders
The Preseason All-State events in North Carolina have quickly become the top winter events for the top players in the state to attend. This year there are 3 Preseason All-State events with the East and West happening on February 3rd and 4th. The Preseason All-State Central is scheduled for February 10th. These three events will see over 250 of North Carolina's top players, as they are ready to post numbers and go through a workout in preparation for the spring season.
Preseason All-State East: Trackman Pitching Leaders
The Preseason All-State events in North Carolina have quickly become the top winter events for the top players in the state to attend. This year there are 3 Preseason All-State events with the East and West happening on February 3rd and 4th. The Preseason All-State Central is scheduled for February 10th. These three events will see over 250 of North Carolina's top players, as they are ready to post numbers and go through a workout in preparation for the spring season.
Preseason All-State Central: Quick Hitters (Upper Class Pitchers)
The Preseason All-State events in North Carolina have quickly become the top winter events for the top players in the state to attend. This year there are 3 Preseason All-State events with the East and West happening on February 3rd and 4th. The Preseason All-State Central is scheduled for February 10th. These three events will see over 250 of North Carolina's top players, as they are ready to post numbers and go through a workout in preparation for the spring season.
Underclass Spotlight: Kayden McGlauflin
Underclass spotlights are quick stories on individual players who have complete Prep Baseball profiles. The Prep Baseball scouting staff will share insights on the players, with video, notes, and analytics, giving back ground as to why these players have created some buzz, or why they should be followed into the upcoming season.
Episode 19 of ‘Inside Pirate Athletics’ today at 6
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — For this week’s “Inside Pirate Athletics,” East Carolina University men’s basketball coach Mike Schwartz will join co-hosts Patrick Johnson and Stephen Igoe. Schwartz will discuss the Pirates’ 84-73 road win over UTSA to break a two-game league losing streak against USF and Charlotte, taking their American Athletic Conference record to 5-6. The team will host Wichita State on Thursday at Minges Coliseum with a 7 p.m. tipoff.
Rankings Spotlight: Max Luzarraga
RANKINGS SPOTLIGHT: MAX LUZARRAGA The 8th Ranked RHP in the 2025 Class and Dallas Baptist University Commit can really spin the breaking ball and pounds the strikezone with his whole arsenal. At 6'1", 192lbs Luzarraga runs the fastball up to 89.1mph and sits in the upper 80's consistenly with a 12/6 Curveball that spins on average at 2484 rpms and maxs at 2607 rpms. Max also mixes in a very effective Change-up that dives at the plate.
Preseason All-State West: Quick Hitters Position Players
The Preseason All-State events in North Carolina have quickly become the top winter events for the top players in the state to attend. This year there are 3 Preseason All-State events with the East and West happening on February 3rd and 4th. The Preseason All-State Central is scheduled for February 10th. These three events will see over 250 of North Carolina's top players, as they are ready to post numbers and go through a workout in preparation for the spring season.
Inside the Rankings: Top Uncommitted 2024 RHP's
Inside the Rankings is a unique look through the eyes of Prep Baseball scouts, allowing players, fans, and coaches to get to know some of the top players in the state of North Carolina. Rankings in the state are updated almost quarterly, as players are transitioning from one season to another. Prep Baseball scouts will use the information they gain from Prep Baseball events, Prep Baseball Tournaments, game coverage, workouts, and practices to put grades on as many players in the state as possible.
Preseason All-State Spotlight: Dylan Gastley
Each year the month of February in North Carolina is a big one for baseball players. With the high school spring season coming, and the off-period of November and December, players have had some time to work on their strengths and improve their weaknesses. They have been in the weight room and in the cages. As we enter February, Prep Baseball begins its work to continue to identify and update our notes on prospects in North Carolina.
Preseason All-State West: Quick Hitters Pitchers
The Preseason All-State events in North Carolina have quickly become the top winter events for the top players in the state to attend. This year there are 3 Preseason All-State events with the East and West happening on February 3rd and 4th. The Preseason All-State Central is scheduled for February 10th. These three events will see over 250 of North Carolina's top players, as they are ready to post numbers and go through a workout in preparation for the spring season.
Blast Leaders: Burlington Preseason ID
Prep Baseball of North Carolina opened the 2024 event season with the Burlington Preseason ID. An indoor event at Triad Baseball Academy, players had a chance to go through athletic testing, positional evaluations, as well as pitching and BP evaluations. Prep Baseball scouts were on hand to run the event verify stats, and evaluate the players involved. Triad Baseball Academy offered a spacious workout facility.
Underclass Spotlight: Andrew Yelton
UNDERCLASS SPOTLIGHT: ANDREW YELTON Underclass spotlights are quick stories on individual players who have complete Prep Baseball profiles. The Prep Baseball scouting staff will share insights on the players, with video, notes, and analytics, giving back ground as to why these players have created some buzz, or why they should be followed into the upcoming season. Premium Content Area This article is only available to PBRPlus Subscribers.
Charlotte Preseason ID: TrackMan Pitching Leaders
Prep Baseball of North Carolina opened the 2024 event season with two Preseason IDs. On Sunday January 28th, On Deck Baseball Academy hosted Prep Baseball for the indoor event. A high level facility, players were able to go through athletic testing, positional evaluations, as well as pitching and BP evaluations. Prep Baseball scouts were on hand to run the event verify stats, and evaluate the players involved.
Episode 18 of ‘Inside Pirate Athletics’ airs today at 6
Note: The latest “Inside Pirate Athletics” will be added to this story later this evening. The above video is from last week’s episode. ===== GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — For this week’s “Inside Pirate Athletics,” co-hosts Patrick Johnson and Stephen Igoe will have as their guest East Carolina University men’s basketball coach Mike Schwartz. Schwartz will talk about his team’s 67-52 loss to UNC Charlotte on Saturday. It was the Pirates’ second AAC loss in a row.
Preseason All-State Spotlight: Jackson Toney
Each year the month of February in North Carolina is a big one for baseball players. With the high school spring season coming, and the off-period of November and December, players have had some time to work on their strengths and improve their weaknesses. They have been in the weight room and in the cages. As we enter February, Prep Baseball begins its work to continue to identify and update our notes on prospects in North Carolina.
Inside the Rankings: Top 2025 LHP
Inside the Rankings is a unique look through the eyes of Prep Baseball scouts, allowing players, fans, and coaches to get to know some of the top players in the state of North Carolina. Rankings in the state are updated almost quarterly, as players are transitioning from one season to another. Prep Baseball scouts will use the information they gain from Prep Baseball events, Prep Baseball Tournaments, game coverage, workouts, and practices to put grades on as many players in the state as possible.
Quick Hitters: Burlington Preseason ID Pitchers
Prep Baseball of North Carolina opened the 2024 event season with the Burlington Preseason ID. An indoor event at Triad Baseball Academy, players had a chance to go through athletic testing, positional evaluations, as well as pitching and BP evaluations. Prep Baseball scouts were on hand to run the event verify stats, and evaluate the players involved. Triad Baseball Academy offered a spacious workout facility.
Episode 12 of ‘Inside Pirate Athletics’
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Episode 5 of ‘Inside Pirate Athletics’
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Episode 5 of “Inside Pirate Athletics” aired Monday at 6 p.m., live from Tie Breakers in Greenville. You can watch episodes each week at WNCT.com and at WNCT.com/wnct-now. Past episodes are also listed below. (Above video by Courtney Layton, WNCT) Patrick Johnson of 94.3 The Game and “The Patrick Johnson Show” will be joined by Stephen Igoe of Hoist The Colours, who also hosts a weekday radio show at noon on 94.3 FM.
UAB Bioethics Team Competes in Boston
In April, the EMSAP students on the Bioethics Bowl team traveled to Boston, competing against teams from Harvard, Georgetown, Georgia Tech, and other colleges. In April, the EMSAP students on the Bioethics Bowl team traveled to Boston, competing against teams from Harvard, Georgetown, Georgia Tech, and other colleges. In the overall compete on, this UAB team finished in the top six of 32 teams.
Fine-Tubes-Appoints-New-Operations-Director-
Precision tubing manufacturer, Fine Tubes has named Paul O'Gara as its Operations Director (designate) He will take up his new appointment in full in the summer, when the current Operational Director, David Cawse retires. This will follow a comprehensive transition period that will take place over the coming weeks. Paul will oversee the operations function at Fine Tubes, which will cover strategic goal setting, optimal working processes and productivity.
Class 4A state championship: Park Center gets best of defending state champions
Wayzata guard Hayden Tibbits (1) drives to the basket against Park Center forward Ayouba Berthe (1) during the Class 4A championship game Saturday at Williams Arena. (Photo by Anthony Souffle, Star Tribune) Park Center always had the answer.
Class 3A state championship: Eagles soar in stretch run for initial crown
DeLaSalle guard Nasir Whitlock (3) drives past Totino-Grace guard Zy’Lerre Stewart (1) in the first half of the Class 3A championship Saturday at Williams Arena. (Photo by Anthony Souffle, Star Tribune) Ahjany Lee’s two baskets inside, the area a taller Totino-Grace boys’ basketball team had to dominate, were the key offensive plays late in the Eagles’ 50-44 victory over DeLaSalle in the Class 3A championship Saturday.
Class 2A championship: Surprising Annandale garners first state crown
Minneapolis North’s Rio Sanders (1) scores on a layup between Annandale’s Hawkin Miller (11) and Carson Gagnon (24) during in the first half of the Class 2A championship Saturday at Williams Arena. (Photo by Shari Gross, Star Tribune) Annandale pulled off the upset. It started in the first half. Tied at 19, Annandale senior Robert Olson scored a bucket for the lead. He followed that up by draining a three-pointer from the corner, pumping his fist after the shot.
Class 1A championship: Defending state champions rally for repeat
Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa’s Kaden Pieper, left, and Hayfield’s Brody O'Malley, right, scramble for a loose ball during the first half of the Class 1A championship Saturday at Williams Arena. (Photo by Shari Gross, Star Tribune) Hayfield defended its state title with a 51-49 victory over Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa in the Class 1A boys' basketball state tournament championship Saturday at Williams Arena. Hayfield junior guard Isaac Matti took over in the second half on the way to a game-high 27 points.
Another Postseason Filled with the Clippers' Karmic Retribution
Photo via NBA Entertainment/Patrick Johnson Subscribe to the Passion of the Weiss Patreon because our style breaks backs like Ken Patera. Patrick Johnson is patiently waiting for a new Ghostface song where he references Knicks fans spitting on Trae Young. Back in October of 2012, Oscar season was gearing up and Hollywood was telling the world, “Hey, Ben Affleck — he’s that dude again,” to varying degrees of receptiveness.
The Weird, Wild Ride of James Harden on the Houston Rockets
Please support truly independent journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. Patrick Johnson hasn’t shaved since his first pandemic stimulus check. There are five minutes to go in the first quarter of James Harden’s first game as a member of the New Jersey Brooklyn Nets. He’s dressed in the glorious sky blue of the tragically short Petrovic era and I’m grimacing that the NBA’s official store lacks the number 13 jersey available for purchase yet.
2019 New England Patriots Mock Draft: Final Edition
WEST LAFAYETTE, IN – NOVEMBER 03: Iowa Hawkeyes tight end Noah Fant (87) runs to the sidelines during the college football game between the Purdue Boilermakers and Iowa Hawkeyes on November 3, 2018, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) The time is finally here, it is draft week.
2019 New England Patriots Mock Draft: Final Edition
WEST LAFAYETTE, IN - NOVEMBER 03: Iowa Hawkeyes tight end Noah Fant (87) runs to the sidelines during the college football game between the Purdue Boilermakers and Iowa Hawkeyes on November 3, 2018, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) The time is finally here, it is draft week.
Tyrell Williams Signs With the Oakland Raiders
KANSAS CITY, MO – DECEMBER 13: Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyrell Williams (16) catches a pass before an NFL game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs on December 13, 2018 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Free agent wide receiver Tyrell Williams is expected to sign a contract with the Oakland Raiders. Contract details are pending at this time.
Tyrell Williams Signs With the Oakland Raiders
KANSAS CITY, MO - DECEMBER 13: Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyrell Williams (16) catches a pass before an NFL game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs on December 13, 2018 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Free agent wide receiver Tyrell Williams is expected to sign a contract with the Oakland Raiders. Contract details are pending at this time.
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