Recaps From Yesterday (4/28)

Here's a recap from Atlantic League action yesterday:

Somerset Patriots - 14
Long Island Ducks - 3


The Somerset Patriots (1-2), got their first win of the season defeating the Long Island Ducks (2-1), 14-3 on Saturday night at TD Bank Park.

Somerset exploded for a 7-run fifth inning, which blew the game wide open. Every Somerset starter had at least one-hit. Yusuf Carter lead the way going 2-for-5 with a home run and 4 RBI. Brandon Sing had had his first home run for the Ducks. 

Complete game recap and box score from the Ducks website 

Lancaster Barnstormers - 3
Southern Maryland Blue Crabs - 2 

The Lancaster Barnstormers defeated the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs 3-2, in a rain soaked game on Saturday night at Regency Furniture Stadium.

Blue Crabs starter, Dan Riechert kept the Barnstormers in check through the first five innings allowing no runs, but was forced to leave the game when he was hit in the back with a line drive from Ryan Harvey.

Jamie Pedroza's 2-run home run off Blue Crabs closer Jim Ed Warden in the ninth inning put the 'Stormers ahead 3-1.  The Blue Crabs mounted a ninth inning rally but it fell short. 

Complete game recap and box score from the Barnstormers website 

Bridgeport Bluefish - 4 
Camden Riversharks - 1

The Bridgeport Bluefish (2-1) defeated the Camden Riversharks (1-2) on Saturday afternoon at the Ballpark at Harbor Yard, behind solid pitching from starting pitcher Paul Oseguera, and relievers Isaac Hess and Jonah Bayliss.

Oseguera pitched four solid innings, allowing a run on two hits while striking out five. Issac Hess relieved Oseguera and pitched four scoreless innings. Jonah Bayliss finished off the game with a solid ninth inning and picked up his first save of the season. 

Complete game recap and box score from the Bluefish website

Sugar Land Skeeters - 3
York Revolution - 1

The Sugar Land Skeeters (2-1) picked up their second win of the season defeating the York Revolution (1-2), 3-1 on Saturday at Constellation Field.

Sugar Land starter Bobby Livingston threw a solid five innings, allowing one run on three hits while striking out two. Ryan Houston worked a scoreless ninth inning to pick up his first save of the year.

Jimmy Van Ostrand and Colt Morton lead the Skeeters offense with two hits a piece. 

Complete game recap and box score from the Skeeters website

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DeAngelo Mack Signed By Somerset

The Somerset Patriots have signed outfielder DeAngelo Mack. 

DeAngelo Mack was drafted by the New York Yankees in the 13th round (405th overall) of the 2009 MLB Amateur Draft out of the University of South Carolina. In four seasons in the Yankees organization he had a .274 batting average with 27 home runs and 144 RBI. Last season, he split time between Tampa(A+) and Trenton(AA).

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Atlantic League Season Kicks Off Tonight

The Atlantic League seasons kicks off tonight!

Here's the schedule for tonight

Long Island Ducks at Somerset Patriots, 7:05pm, TD Bank Park, Bridgewater, NJ.

York Revolution at Sugar Land Skeeters, 7:05pm, Constellation Field, Sugar Land, TX. 

Camden RiverSharks at Bridgeport Bluefish, 7:05pm, Ball Park at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT.

Lancaster Barnstormers at Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, 7:05, Regency Furniture Stadium, Waldorf, MD.

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Patriots to Honor Willie Randolph This Saturday

The Somerset Patriots will be honoring New York Yankees great and former New York Mets manager Willie Randolph with the Somerset Patriots Outstanding Community Service Award this Saturday night.

Here's an excerpt from the Patriots press release:

"Randolph will receive the Somerset Patriots Outstanding Community Service Award for his work through the Willie Randolph Foundation, which supports programs and initiatives for improving athletic opportunities for boys and girls in the New York and New Jersey area. With the objective of inspiring and providing positive leadership to inner-city children and young adults, the Foundation places special emphasis on supporting youth baseball programs and improving playing facilities."

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Danny Gonzalez And Ricardo Gomez In York Camp

Danny Gonzalez and Ricardo Gomez have reported to camp with the York Revolution. Gonzalez was signed earlier in the spring.

Ricardo Gomez will be entering his fifth season in the Atlantic League, and second with the York. He previously played for Lancaster in 2008 and 2009, and Long Island in 2010. Gomez has also played in the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates organizations. Last season, he had a 2-0 record with a 2.13 ERA in 25.1 innings for the Revolution.

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Chris Pettit Signed By Mariners

The Bridgeport Bluefish announced that outfielder Chris Pettit has been signed by the Seattle Mariners organization. Pettit will report to the Mariners Triple-A affiliate Tacoma of the Pacific Coast League.

Chris Pettit was originally drafted by the Los Angeles Angels in the 19th round (582nd overall) of the 2006 MLB Amateur Draft out of Loyola Marymount University. He played five seasons in the Angels organization, including 11 games in the major leagues from 2009 to 2011. He has a career .286 batting average in the big leagues. Last season, Petitt split time between the Angels, their Double-A affiliate Arkansas, and their Triple-A affiliate Salt Lake. He has a .280 batting average with 49 home runs, 303 RBI, and 77 stolen bases in his minor league career.

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The BrooklynTrolleyBlogger: L.I. Ducks Gearing Up For Another Run at Title

The BrooklynTrolleyBlogger wrote an awesome piece about the Ducks upcoming season! I'm even mentioned in it!

Here's an excerpt from the post:

"Whether hitting lead-off, or lower in the order, Kraig Binick had a tremendous season with the bat, winning the League's batting championship with a .343 mark.  Long time Duck favorite Ray Navarrete set a few more all-time Ducks records last season as well.  After an early season slump, Ray finished strong and ranked second in the circuit with twenty-seven home runs.  The Long Island line-up featured four of the top six RBI producers last season."

Check out the complete post!

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Opening Game at Constellation Field

James Larkin Smith of TheMorningCoffeeMix - KFEE-DB(Digital Radio), did a great review of the Sugar Land Skeeters new stadium Constellation Field.

Here's an excerpt of the post:

"As for the stadium, the field is in excellent shape. What get’s your attention at first is the large Texas sized video screen in center field. In your field box seats, the sight lines are unbelievable. For Houston area fans used to seeing the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park, you will feel like you are on the field."

Read the complete review! 

Photo Credit: James Larkin Smith

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Dion Soskin, Atlantic League Autograph Collector

I've met many different people in my blogging over the last year, but no one is better than providing information concerning autograph collecting than Dion Soskin of Dion's IP Auto Only. 

Dion is a collector of autographs of all Atlantic Leagues teams, but primarily does York and Lancaster games. After each autograph outing he gives a nice report of the cards he got signed, and his overall experience.

I highly suggest that all collectors check out his website!

His two latest posts are about the York and Lancaster Fan Fest's!

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2012 Lancaster Barnstormers Pocket Schedule

Here are some pictures of the Lancaster Barnstormers 2012 Pocket schedule. It's hard to read the promotional schedule but the front is a great picture. Pictures provided by Dion Soskin

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Drew Locke On Spring Training And The Upcoming Season

Here's what Sugar Land Skeeters outfielder Drew Locke had to say about spring training and the upcoming season.

"Spring Training is going well. The team is coming together nicely and we will be ready to open up Constellation Field on Thursday. It is going to be a lot of fun hitting in this lineup. Top to bottom, there really isn't an easy out."

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Ryan Dunleavy's Article "What Went Wrong For Somerset Patriots In 2011?"

Ryan Dunleavy of mycentraljersey.com wrote a nice piece on what went wrong for the Somerset Patriots last season.

Here's an excerpt from the piece,

"After several other deceiving valleys, the Patriots finally bottomed out on Aug. 5 when a seventh straight defeat pushed the overall record 21 games under .500 for the first time in franchise history. Following the loss, frustrations boiled over as a shouting match erupted between teammates in the clubhouse."

Check out the complete article!

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Mike Loree On Ducks Spring Training

Here's what Mike Loree had to say about how the Ducks spring training is going.

"Spring Training for the Ducks is going real well right now! The team is really starting to gel together, especially after two scrimmages against Bridgeport. It seems like it will be a close knit clubhouse this year with great group of guys that are looking to compete everyday and win games! Everybody is excited and ready for the season to start this coming Thursday in Somerset. We are especially excited for the home opener on May 4th, and look forward to seeing the best fans in the Atlantic League!"

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Today's Game Cancellations

The following games are cancelled today due to inclement weather.

Somerset Patriots at Camden Riversharks
Lancaster Barnstormers at York Revolution

I haven't heard about the Southern Maryland/Sugar Land game which is scheduled for 4:05p.m. at York. Since the earlier game is cancelled, this may also be cancelled. I'll post something if it is.

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ATL Week In Review 4/15 - 4/21

Here's our weekly wrap up of what happened in the Atlantic League this past week called "ATL Week in Review."

Spring training games have begun, and opening day is less than a week away!

Sunday, April 15, 2012 
Cox Media Group Houston is Official Broadcast Home of the Skeeters - Cox Media Group Houston will be the official broadcast home of the Sugar Land Skeeters...more

'Sharks Sign Five More Including Three Former Major League Pitchers - The Camden Riversharks have signed right-handed pitchers Jeff Farnsworth, Bryan Corey, Jason Bergmann, infielder Marquez Smith, and outfielder Stephen Doetsch for the 2012 season...more


Monday, April 16, 2012
Bluefish Sign Kennard Jones - The Bridgeport Bluefish announced that they have signed outfielder Kennard Jones for the 2012 season...more

'Fish Sign Three More -  In addition to the signing of Kennard Jones today, the Bridgeport Bluefish have also signed former major league pitcher Tobi Stoner, former major league outfielder Chris Pettit, and pitcher Issac Hess...more

LI Ducks Blog: Ducks Finalize Roster, Sign Three! - The Long Island Ducks have added the final additions to their roster as they begin spring training. The Ducks announced that they have signed pitchers Randy Keisler, Eric Niesen and catcher Mike Rivera for the 2012 season. The Ducks also announced that catcher Mitch Canham has signed with St. Louis Cardinals organization and well be assigned to Triple-A Memphis...more

Ducks Announce Spring Training Schedule - The Long Island Ducks have announced their spring training schedule...more

Composite Atlantic League Spring Training Schedule 

Somerset Patriots Official Scorer To Give Presentation In Cranford, NJ - Hear the history of baseball scoring from John Nolan, the official scorer of the Somerset Patriots, and ask, “How would I score it?” on Wednesday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Cranford Community Center, 224 Walnut Avenue...more

Wednesday, April 18, 2012 
'Stomers Finalize Roster Sign Halama, Tiffee and Frostad - The Lancaster Barnstormers have announced the signings of pitcher John Halama, infielder Terry Tiffee and catcher Emerson Frostad for the 2012 season...more

Beau Vaughan On First Couple Of Days With 'Stormers - Here's what Beau Vaughan told us about his first couple of days with the Lancaster Barnstormers...more

Lance Pendleton Signed by Rays Pending Physical -  The Sugar Land Skeeters announced that pitcher Lance Pendleton has had his contract purchased by the Tampa Bay Rays pending a physical...more 

Atlantic League Team Twitter Handles

Dan Reichert On Blue Crabs Camp - Here's what pitcher Dan Reichert to us about how the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs spring training is going...more

Thursday, April 19, 2012
Parks Foundation Offers You Chance To Put Your Name On TD Bank Park - The Somerset County Parks Foundation is offering you a chance to put your name on a piece of TD Bank Park, the home of the Somerset Patriots...more

LI Ducks Blog: Rivera Signed by Red Sox, Johnson Signed by Ducks - The Long Island Ducks announced on Thursday that catcher Mike Rivera has been signed by the Boston Red Sox, and that they have signed Jason Johnson to their roster...more

Friday, April 20, 2012
Revolution Fan Fest Tomorrow (4/21/12) - The fan fest will start at 10:15am with a FREE concert at the Brooks Robinson Plaza featuring the band, Mountain Road...more

Saturday, April 21, 2012
Yesterday's Results(4/20/12), Today's Games!

Ryan Dunleavy Article On Catching Competition In Somerset - Here's a great article from Ryan Dunleavy of mycentraljersey.com about the Somerset Patriots catching competition this season...more

Michael Schlact On Blue Crabs Spring Training - We got a chance to catch up with Southern Maryland Blue Crabs pitcher Michael Schlact, and ask him about spring training. Here's what he had to say...more 

Jim Seip's Article on Tough Decisions For York - Here's a great article from Jim Seip of the Revs' Inside Pitch, about...more

The Pete Frates Fund - I recently came across a tweet from Sugar Land Skeeter, Drew Locke about his former college teammate and friend, Pete Frates who was recently diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease...more 

Barnstormers Fan Fest Today (4/21/12) - The event is FREE to the public and will feature an autograph session, face painting, a kids' workshop from Home Depot, charity sports memorabilia auction.  As well as free samples of new product lines from concession suppliers, including Turkey Hill ice cream. Families will also been able to play catch in the outfield prior to the game...more

Kristen Simon Named 'Stormers GM, and Lisa Riggs Named President

Video Of Today's Ducks/Bluefish Game - Walt Hilsenbeck took some video of today's Ducks/Bluefish game...more

Patriots' New Blog, PatriotsBaseball.com - The blog will feature player profiles, series previews, series recaps, position battles, and much more...more

Travis Bowyer On His Comeback - We got a chance to catch up with Somerset Patriots pitcher Travis Bowyer, and ask him about returning to professional baseball for the first time since 2005, after he tore is rotator cuff. Here's what he had to say...more

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Yesterday's Results (4/21/12), Today's Games!

Here's a recap from Atlantic League action yesterday:

Long Island Ducks - 7
Bridgeport Bluefish - 2

The Long Island Ducks defeated the Bridgeport Bluefish, 7-2 on Saturday at Bethpage Ballpark.

The Ducks got another solid outing from their starting pitcher, as Dan Meyer went three innings allowing one run on three hits. The Ducks bullpen was also solid allowing only one run in six innings.

Ryan Garko, Brandon Sing, and Reid Gorecki all had big days for the Ducks. Garko was 2-for-3 with 2 runs scored, Brandon Sing was 3-for-5 with a RBI, and Reid Gorecki was 2-for-3 with a RBI.

Read the game recap and box score on the Ducks website 

Lancaster Barnstormers - 6
Camden Riversharks - 2

The Lancaster Barnstormers improved to 2-0 on the exhibition season, with a 6-2 win over the Camden Riversharks on Saturday at Clipper Magazine Stadium.

The 'Stormers were paced by Blake Gailen who had a home run a double, and scored three times. Terry Tiffee chipped in with three hits for the Barnstormers.

Six Lancaster pitchers combined to allow only two runs, including Les Walrond who worked two scoreless innings, while allowing two hits and striking out three. 

Read the game recap on the Barnstormers website

York Revolution - 10
York County All-Stars - 1

Read Jim Seip's breakdown of how spring training is going for York

Today's Games
Somerset Patriots at Camden Riversharks, 12:00pm CANCELLED
Lancaster Barnstormers at York Revolution, 11:00am CANCELLED
Southern Maryland at Sugar Land Skeeters, @ York, 4:05pm

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Travis Bowyer On His Comeback

We got a chance to catch up with Somerset Patriots pitcher Travis Bowyer, and ask him about returning to professional baseball for the first time since 2005, after he tore is rotator cuff. Here's what he had to say.

"I've been trying to get back in it ever since I asked for my release in 2008. I failed a few times, played in a couple mens' leagues. I feel blessed to be given another opportunity. My goals are to make the team and play the whole year without breaking down. I'm having so much fun out there. It feels good to compete again"

Read our post about Travis signing with the Patriots!

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Patriots' New Blog, PatriotsBaseball.com

The Somerset Patriots have a new blog this season called PatriotsBaseball.com! 

The blog will feature player profiles, series previews, series recaps, position battles, and much more.

Play-by-play announcer Justin Antweil will also be contributing regularly to the blog. Here's what Justin had to say about the blog.

"PatriotsBaseball.com is another avenue in addition to the teams' main website, twitter handle, and Facebook page where fans can gather insight and analysis. The blog will focus on player profiles, features, series previews and recaps and position breakdowns."

Here's a clipping from their Facebook post:

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Video Of Today's Ducks/Bluefish Game

Walt Hilsenbeck took some video of today's Ducks/Bluefish game.

You can check them out on youtube!

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Kristen Simon Named 'Stormers GM, and Lisa Riggs Named President

Jim Seip of  Revs' Inside Pitch has reported on his twitter account that Kristen Simon has been promoted to general manager of the Lancaster Barnstormers, and Lisa Riggs named team president

 You can follow Jim on twitter @JimSeip

 

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Barnstormers Fan Fest Today

The Lancaster Barnstormers will having a fan fest today prior to their game against the Camden Riversharks.

The event is FREE to the public and will feature an autograph session, face painting, a kids' workshop from Home Depot, charity sports memorabilia auction.  As well as free samples of new product lines from concession suppliers, including Turkey Hill ice cream. Families will also been able to play catch in the outfield prior to the game. 

The gates for this event will open at noon.

After the festivities, the Barnstormers will face the Camden Riversharks in an exhibition at 1:00p.m.

Visit the Barnstormers website for more information!

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The Pete Frates Fund

I recently came across a tweet from Sugar Land Skeeter, Drew Locke about his former college teammate and friend, Pete Frates who was recently diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.

Here is a website that Pete's friends and family have set up to educate people about ALS, as well as links to to help raise money to find a cure for this terrible disease. 

Pete also has a video blog that he will using as a discussion forum to raise awareness about the disease, as well as fundraising.

We wish Pete and his family all the best in his fight against ALS.

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Jim Seip's Article, On Tough Decisions For York

Here's a great article from Jim Seip of the Revs' Inside Pitch, about the tough decision that need to be made by the York Revolution before the season begins.

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Michael Schlact On Blue Crabs Spring Training

We got a chance to catch up with Southern Maryland Blue Crabs pitcher Michael Schlact, and ask him about spring training. Here's what he had to say.

"Spring is going great. It's awesome to get back out there and play ball with such a talented group of guys. Patrick and the coaching staff definitely run a competitive camp, and we're out there every day working hard to prepare for opening day. I think we're in a really good place right now. The lineup and pitching staff that Patrick and Reggie have put together is going to be a force this season. I'm excited to get going."

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Ryan Dunleavy Article On Catching Competition In Somerset

Here's a great article from Ryan Dunleavy of mycentraljersey.com about the Somerset Patriots catching competition this season.

Right now, the Patriots have thirty-one players in camp, and will need to cut the roster down to twenty-seven before opening day. The Patriots currently have three catchers on their roster, Yusuf Carter, Adam Donachie and Lou Santangelo.

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Yesterday's Results(4/20/12), Today's Games!

Here's a recap from Atlantic League action yesterday:


Long Island Ducks - 7
Bridgeport Bluefish - 0

Four Ducks pitchers combined to throw a 3 hit shutout, and Ray Navarrete went to 2-for-4 with a home run and 2 RBI, as the Ducks cruised past Bridgeport in their exhibition opener.

Compete recap from the Ducks website

Lancaster Barnstormers - 7
Sugar Land Skeeters - 2

The Lancaster Barnstormers defeated the Sugar Land Skeeters on Friday, behind strong pitching from Mark Brickman, and their bullpen. Four Barnstormers had 2 hits including Adam Godwin, Brad Boyer, Emerson Frostad and Jaime Pedroza. Jason Botts had a home run for the Skeeters.

Complete recap from the Barnstormers website

York Revolution - 6
Southern Maryland Blue Crabs - 5

The York Revolution defeated the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs on Friday behind Andres Torrres, and Chris Nowak. Torres went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBI, while Nowak had three hits. Travis Garcia had a three-run home run for the Crabs, his third of the spring.

Here's a recap from The Evening Sun

Today's schedule:
Bridgeport Bluefish at Long Island Ducks, 10:30am
Camden Riversharks at Lancaster Barnstormers 1:00pm
Susquehanna /Central League All-Stars at York Revolution, 1:00pm (Fan fest prior to game)

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LI Ducks Blog: Ducks Blank Bridgeport In First Exhibition Game

Four Ducks pitchers combined to throw a 3 hit shutout, and Ray Navarrete went to 2 for 4 with a home run and 2 RBI, as the Ducks cruised past Bridgeport in their exhibition opener.

Mike Loree started where he left off last season allowing only no runs and three hits over 3 innings, and striking out four.

Even though it's just an exhibition this is a great sign for the Ducks. Mike Loree threw a strong three innings, allowing no runs and 3 hits while striking out 4. Their bullpen was also strong. Last season, especially in the playoffs the bullpen struggled, so we're hoping this is a preview of whats to come from the 'pen. 

I talked to Ray Navarrete a few times in the off season and he told me he was working to get back to where he was in 2009, hitting for power as well as average. Today, was a step in the right direction. 

Read the Ducks game recap, and box score!

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Revolution Fan Fest Tomorrow

The York Revolution will hosting a fan fest tomorrow!

The fan fest will start at 10:15am with a FREE concert at the Brooks Robinson Plaza featuring the band, Mountain Road.

After the concert, 2011 American Idol runner-up, Lauren Alaina will take part in a Q & A session from 11am to 11:15am. Following the Q & A session, Alaina will be signing autographs until noon.

Revolution players will also be showcasing the their new, "New Balance" uniforms for the upcoming season, as well as new merchandise.

At noon, former York player, and current Penn State York Jason Aspito will be having a charity home run derby to benefit amateur baseball in York and York County.

Following the home run derby, the York Revolution will take on the York County All-Stars at 1pm in an exhibition game.

Check out the Revolution's website for more information!

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LI Ducks Blog: Rivera Signed by Red Sox, Johnson Signed by Ducks

The Long Island Ducks announced on Thursday that catcher Mike Rivera has been signed by the Boston Red Sox, and that they have signed Jason Johnson to their roster.

Josh Johnson was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the  25th round (737th overall) of the 2001 MLB Amateur Draft. Johnson has played in the Minnesota Twins, Tampa Bay Rays, and Houston Astros organizations, including 75 games at the Triple-A level. Johnson will be entering his fourth season in the Atlantic League. He previously played for the York in 2009, Lancaster in 2010, and the Road Warriors last season. He has a career .215 batting average with 17 home runs and 83 RBI.

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Parks Foundation Offers You Chance To Put Your Name On TD Bank Park

The Somerset County Parks Foundation is offering you a chance to put your name on a piece of TD Bank Park, the home of the Somerset Patriots.

Personalized engraved bricks will be installed in the main entry plaza. For your $50 donation, a brick engraved with a maximum of three (3) lines of twenty (20) characters including spaces and punctuation will be installed outside the ballpark entrance. 


Proceeds from the “Foundation of Opportunities” 2012 “Buy-A-Brick” program will provide funding to support the Somerset County Park Foundation Scholarship Fund that assists participants of the Park Commission's Therapeutic Recreation Department.


Applications are available at www.somersetcountyparks.org

For information call the Park Foundation at 908-722-1200, ext. 228.

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Dan Reichert On Blue Crabs Camp

Here's what pitcher Dan Reichert to us about how the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs spring training is going.

"Camp is going good except for the early mornings...but that's what spring training is all about!! I pitched to our hitters today in the rain and felt good. Now just waiting for the season to start so the games and the pitching counts!! Excited to get going and watch our team start playing. From what I have seen so far with the team, we are looking pretty good!!"

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Atlantic League Team Twitter Handles

Here's a list of the Atlantic League teams twitter handles.

Bridgeport Bluefish - @BPTBluefish
Camden Riversharks - @Riversharks
Lancaster Barnstormers - @gobarnstormers
Long Island Ducks - @LIDucks
Somerset Patriots - @SOMPatriots
Southern Maryland Blue Crabs - @BlueCrabs
Sugar Land Skeeters - @SL_Skeeters
York Revolution - @yorkrevolution
Loudoun Hounds - @loudounhounds

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Lance Pendleton Signed By Rays Pending Physical

The Sugar Land Skeeters announced that pitcher Lance Pendleton has had his contract purchased by the Tampa Bay Rays pending a physical.

Pendleton, a Texas native never played an official game for the Skeeters but did participate in two practices and an exhibition.
 
Last season, he played 15 games in the major leagues between the New York Yankees and Houston Astros. He posted a 0-0 record with a 6.75 ERA in 19 innings of work.

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Beau Vaughan On First Couple Of Days With 'Stormers

Here's what Beau Vaughan told us about his first couple of days with the Lancaster Barnstormers.

"I didn't want to comment about playing for the Barnstormers until I got a feel for the town, the organization, and the team. But after the first few days of workouts, I will say this. One of the hopes for players in this league is to be seen by scouts. And after seeing the guys on our team play a little bit, I don't think getting scouts in the stands is going to be a problem. There is quite a bit of talent on this Barnstormers team."

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'Stomers Finalize Roster Sign Halama, Tiffee and Frostad

The Lancaster Barnstormers have announced the signings of pitcher John Halama, infielder Terry Tiffee and catcher Emerson Frostad for the 2012 season.

John Halama was originally drafted in the 23rd round (640th overall) by the Houston Astros in the 1994 MLB Amateur Draft. From 1998 to 2006, Halama pitched in 262 major league games for the Houston Astros, Seattle Mariners, Oakland A's, Tampa Bay Rays, Washington Nationals, Boston Red Sox, and Baltimore Orioles. He has a 56-48 record with a 4.65 ERA in 911 innings pitched in the big leagues. This will be his sixth season in the Atlantic League and second with Lancaster. Last season, he was 6-6 with a 5.33 ERA for the Barnstormers.

Terry Tiffee was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the 26th round (779th overall) of the 1999 MLB Amateur Draft. In 2003, Tiffee has his best minor league season, hitting .315 with 14 home runs with 93 RBI for New Britian (AA). From 2005 to 2006, he played in 91 major leagues for the Minnesota Twins. In 2008, Tiffee played in 6 games for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He has a career .226 batting average with 5 home runs and 29 RBI in his major leagues. Tiffee started the 2011 season with the Barnstormers but had his contract purchased by the New York Yankees only 52 games into the season. Prior to being signed by the Yankees Tiffee was hitting .293 with 13 home runs and 46 RBI. He finished the 2011 season with the Yankees Triple-A affiliate Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, and hit .345 with 3 home runs and 13 RBI.

Emerson Frostad was drafted by the Texas Rangers in the 13th round (376th overall) of the 2003 MLB Amateur Draft. He played seven seasons in the Texas Rangers organization. He enjoyed his best season in 2005, with Single-A Clinton. That season season he hit .269 with 16 home runs and 62 RBI. Frostad started the 2011 season with the Barnstormers, but has his contract purchased by the Houston Astros organization only 15 games into the season. He split the rest of the 2011 season between the Astros Double-A affiliate Corpus Christi, and their Triple-A affiliate Oklahoma City. He he has a career .257 batting average with 68 home runs and 336 RBI.

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Somerset Patriots Official Scorer To Give Presentation In Cranford, NJ

Did you know that there are 23 different ways a batter can reach first base?

Hear the history of baseball scoring from John Nolan, the official scorer of the Somerset Patriots, and ask, “How would I score it?” on Wednesday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Cranford Community Center, 224 Walnut Avenue.

Entitled “Scoring Oddities of Baseball,” the program promises to be a fun way to focus on America’s beloved pastime and the start of the 2012 Major League season.

Admission is free and all are welcome.  The program is sponsored by the Cranford Public Library.

For more information, visit http://www.cranford.com/library/events.asp?category=Lectures

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Composite Atlantic League Spring Training Schedule

Here's the Atlantic League spring training schedule

Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Sugar Land Skeeters @ York Revolution, 1:00pm

Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Sugar Land Skeeters @ York Revolution, 1:00pm

Thursday, April 19, 2012
Sugar Land Skeeters at Somerset Patriots, 1:00pm
Southern Maryland Blue Crabs at York Revolution, 1:00pm

Friday, April 20, 2012
Long Island Ducks at Bridgeport Bluefish, 10:30am
Lancaster Barnstormers at Sugar Land Skeeters, @ York,1:00pm
York Revolution at Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, 1:00pm

Saturday, April 21, 2012
Bridgeport Bluefish at Long Island Ducks, 10:30am
Camden Riversharks at Lancaster Barnstormers 1:00pm
Susquehanna /Central League All-Stars at York Revolution, 1:00pm

Sunday, April 22, 2012
Somerset Patriots at Camden Riversharks, 12:00pm
Lancaster Barnstormers at York Revolution, 11:00am
Southern Maryland at Sugar Land Skeeters, @ York, 4:05pm

Monday, April 23, 2012
Long Island Black Sox at Long Island Ducks, 10:30am
Lancaster Barnstormers at Camden Riversharks, 12:00pm
Somerset Patriots at York Revolution, 1:00pm
College of Southern Maryland at Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, 1:00pm 

Tuesday, April 24, 2012
NYPD at  Long Island Ducks, 10:30am
Southern Maryland Blue Crabs at Lancaster Barnstormers, 1:00pm


Please email me if I'm missing any games, corey42080@yahoo.com

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Ducks Announce Spring Training Schedule

The Long Island Ducks have announced their spring training schedule:

Friday, April 20 10:30 a.m., Long Island Ducks at Bridgeport Bluefish
Saturday, April 21 10:30 a.m.,  Bridgeport Bluefish at Long Island Ducks
Monday, April 23 10:30 a.m.,  Long Island Black Sox at Long Island Ducks
Tuesday, April 24 10:30 a.m., NYPD at  Long Island Ducks

 Here's an excerpt from the Ducks website about the games:

"The spring training schedule will include two exhibition games against the cross-sound rival Bridgeport Bluefish, one game against a Long Island semi-pro team, the Long Island Black Sox, and one against the New York Police Department. Three games are slated to be played at the Duck Pond (complete schedule below). General admission tickets will be issued FREE to Ducks season ticket and suite holders, and a $5 donation to the QuackerJack Foundation will apply to all other fans. Season ticket holders may gain admission to the ballpark by showing their season ticket holder ID card or other form of identification at the box office.

The Ducks will conclude spring training with their annual season ticket holder meet-and-greet barbeque on Wednesday, April 25, allowing fans to connect with the 2012 team on a one-on-one level. To find out more information about season ticket packages, call the Ducks ticket office at (631) 940-DUCK or CLICK HERE."

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LI Ducks Blog: Ducks Finalize Roster, Sign Three!

The Long Island Ducks have added the final additions to their roster as they begin spring training. The Ducks announced that they have signed pitchers Randy Keisler, Eric Niesen and catcher Mike Rivera for the 2012 season. The Ducks also announced that catcher Mitch Canham has signed with St. Louis Cardinals organization and well be assigned to Triple-A Memphis.

Keisler will be entering his third stint in the Atlantic League, and second with the Ducks. He previously played for Southern Maryland in 2009, and Long Island in 2010. 


Randy Keisler was drafted by the New York Yankees in the 2nd round (67th overall) of the 1998 MLB Amateur Draft. From 2000-2007, he pitched in 151 major leagues for the New York Yankees, San Diego Padres, Cincinnati Reds, Oakland A's and St. Louis Cardinals. He has a career 4-4 record with a 6.63 ERA in his big league career. Last season, he posted a 7-7 record with a 4.67 ERA for the Los Angeles Dodgers Triple-A affiliate Albuquerque. He has a carer 86-71 record with a 3.96 ERA in his affiliated minor league career.


Eric Niesen was originally drafted by the New York Mets in the 3rd round (99th overall) of the 2007 MLB Amateur Draft out of Wake Forrest University. He played all five seasons of his professional career in the New York Mets organization, including 76 games at the Double-A level. He has a career 20-40 record with a 4.54 ERA in 430 innings pitched.


Mike Rivera signed as undrafted free agent with the Detroit Tigers in 1997. From 2001-2011, he played in 189 major league games for the Detroit Tigers, San Deigo Padres, Milwaukee Brewers and Florida Marlins. He has a .239 batting average with 13 home runs and 69 RBI in his major league career. Rivera spent most of the 2011 seasons with the Brewers Triple-A affiliate Nashville. In 1055 minor league games, Rivera has a .260 batting average with 174 home runs and 682 RBI.

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'Fish Sign Three More

In addition to the signing of Kennard Jones today, the Bridgeport Bluefish have also signed former major league pitcher Tobi Stoner, former major league outfielder Chris Pettit, and pitcher Issac Hess.

Tobi Stoner was drafted by the New York Mets in the 16th round (484th overall) of the 2006 MLB Amateur Draft. In his first season in the Mets organization, he posted a 6-2 record with a 2.15 ERA for Brooklyn (A-). Stoner played all six seasons of his professional career in the Mets organization. From 2009 to 2010, he pitched in five games for the New York Mets, and has a 0-1 record with a 3.97 ERA in his major league career. Last season, he split time between the Mets Single-A affiliate St Lucie and their Double-A affiliate Binghamton. He has career 38-49 minor league record with a 4.33 ERA in 726 innings worked.

Chris Pettit was originally drafted by the Los Angeles Angels in the 19th round (582nd overall) of the 2006 MLB Amateur Draft out of Loyola Marymount University. He played five seasons in the Angels organization, including 11 games in the major leagues from 2009 to 2011. He has a career .286 batting average in the big leagues. Last season, Petitt split time between the Angels, their Double-A affiliate Arkansas, and their Triple-A affiliate Salt Lake. He has a .280 batting average with 49 home runs, 303 RBI, and 77 stolen bases in his minor league career.

Issac Hess will be entering his sixth season of professional baseball. Hess previously pitched for Windy City (Frontier League), Newark(Atlantic League), Calgary (Golden League), Victoria(Golden League). He's also pitched in the Mexican League(AAA). Last season, he had 8-4 record with a 4.15 ERA for the Winnipeg Goldeyes of the American Association.

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