Kolby Johnson, a former Staten Island FerryHawk and University of Central Arkansas baseball player, is signing with the Boston Red Sox after a standout season with impressive stats across various leagues.
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From Xaverian to No-Hit Glory: Allegretti’s No-No in Colombia Professional Baseball
Christian Allegretti, a former Staten Island FerryHawks pitcher, achieved a no-hitter, marking the first in Columbia Professional Baseball since 1979. He previously played for the Aigles de Trois-Rivières in 2022.
New York Mets Ink Japanese Pitcher Yuhi Sako
The New York Mets have signed pitcher Yuhi Sako, previously with the New Jersey Jackals and High Point Rockers, to a minor league contract. Sako, 25, had a strong season with impressive stats.
Mark Minicozzi Returns as Staten Island FerryHawks’ Manager for 2025 Season
Mark Minicozzi will manage the Staten Island FerryHawks again for the 2025 Atlantic League season, his second with the team and fifth overall, expressing excitement for continued success and community support.
Yankees Add J.C. Escarra to 40-Man Roster
The New York Yankees have added catcher/infielder J.C. Escarra to their 40-man roster. In 2024, he batted .261 with 12 homers and 64 RBIs across multiple leagues.
Staten Island Native, Starting Pitcher Shea Spitzbarth Joins FerryHawks
The Staten Island FerryHawks have signed former MLB pitcher Shea Spitzbarth. He will start against the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars at SIUH Community Park. Spitzbarth, a Staten Island native, previously played for Rieleros de Aguascalientes.
Gehrig Ebel Hits First Pro Home Run in Sussex County Miners’ Win
Gehrig Ebel, a Sussex County Miners player, hit his first pro home run in a 7-2 win over Trois-Rivières Aigles. The 23-year-old had one homer, two RBI, and five runs in 36 at-bats this season. He played college ball at Virginia Tech.
Former MLB Pitcher Kyle Cody Joins Lexington Legends of ALPB
The Lexington Legends signed former MLB pitcher Kyle Cody, bringing him back to where he played college baseball. Cody, 30, pitched for the San Francisco Giants' and the Texas Rangers' systems before joining the Legends.
ALPB Names Jackie Bradley Jr. and Luis Castro July Co-Players of the Month
The Atlantic League of Professional Baseball named Jackie Bradley, Jr. and Luis Castro as the July Co-Players of the Month. Bradley led in batting average and hit streak, while Castro excelled in hitting and RBI.
ALPB Dubs Nick Horvath and Max Green as Co-Pitchers of the Month for July
The Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB) honored Gastonia's Nick Horvath and Lancaster Stomers' Max Green as Co-Pitchers of the Month for July. Horvath excelled with a 0.57 ERA and Green achieved a 2.93 ERA during the month.
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