Standing on Guard

It was kind of fitting that Erik Sabrowski had to wait a little while longer than he had hoped to make his Major League Baseball debut.

After getting through two Tommy John surgeries and the global pandemic just to turn pro, the St. Albert product made the best of the opportunity.

On Sept. 4, 2024, Sabrowski came out of the bullpen for the Cleveland Guardians against the Kansas City Royals.

OPINION: Alberta’s Big MLB Draft Presence

The MLB Draft Class of 2024 was a big one for Alberta.

With five Albertans being named and a few others with connections to our province, it was the biggest contingent since 2011, despite being half the size.

Joe McFarland says this should be a sign of things to come.

Going to School

Who has the top high school baseball academy program in Canada?

The debate has only intensified over the years as more schools pop up from coast-to-coast.

Baseball Canada CEO Jason Dickson says it might be time to settle some scores, as his organization explores the idea of an academy national championship.

Anchor and a Ribbon

Before every one of his starts, you will see Reece Hemmerling grab a pendant around his neck, look up at the sky and say four words.

“I love you, dad.”

The AHP Academy alum and Beaumont, Alberta product is having a fine start to his sophomore season at Barton Community College.

Cooking at McCook

Looking back on his baseball journey, Jason Serafinchon believes he wouldn’t be where he is now had it not been for the decision to lose weight – a lot of weight.

After losing nearly 80 pounds at AHP Academy, he’s started turning heads with McCook Community College.

He hopes his performance this spring helps him find a four-year school to keep his baseball dream alive.

Holding It Down in Fort Mac

Fort McMurray has quickly become a favourite place for Baseball Canada to host national championships.

After successful events in 2016, 2018, 2022 and 2023, the community is set to host the Baseball Canada Cup in 2024.

Recently, it was announced the 18U National Championships would also return in 2025 and 2026.

1 Thru 9: Ryan Kucy

Shortstop Ryan Kucy of the Brooks Bombers answers a number of questions for us in our “1 Thru 9” series …

Where The Heart Is

Every time Brady Kobitowich makes his way to the mound, he looks down at his wrist to remind him of what’s most important.

He then kisses the simple tattoo design of three lines, with each line representing his mother, grandmother and grandfather.

After a successful two years with Cloud County, he’s become a jack-of-all-trades with the Niagara University Purple Eagles.

Clawing His Way Back

Erik Sabrowski knew he wasn’t going to be on the lineup card when the Minor League Baseball season started.

That didn’t stop him from showing up early to Spring Training, looking to see what kind of progress he’s made since undergoing his second Tommy John surgery since 2018.

The Edmonton product is hoping to get back on the mound in the Cleveland Guardians’ system this summer.

Heritage Classic

It wasn’t that long ago that Amar Mahmood was only playing baseball for fun.

He claims he was out of shape and not very good until he met with Taylor Burns at Absolute Human Performance.

After hard training, he’s committed to De Anza College and is set to represent Pakistan at the World Baseball Classic Qualifiers in Panama.