Former UNO women’s basketball players Randi Brown, Halie Matthews sign professional contracts
University of New Orleans graduates and four-year letterwinners Randi Brown and Halie Matthews signed professional deals earlier this offseason.
view moreFormer UNO pitcher Arjona signs with Philadelphia Phillies
In his lone season on the Lakefront, Arjona tossed the only complete game for the Privateers in 2018 to advance to the Southland Conference Championships. For his efforts, he received all-tournament honors.
view morePint-sized MLB stars Altuve and Albies reminiscent of former New Orleans phenom Allan Montreuil
The two diminutive infielders bring to mind a New Orleans native from yesteryear, Allan Montreuil, who reached the majors despite his five-foot-five, 158 pound stature.
view moreBregman named MVP in AL extra-inning win over NL in All-Star Game
It may have been just an exhibition game, but former LSU standout Alex Bregman continued to build on his big 2018 season.
view moreMLB dominates among major sports when it comes to All-Star Games
While nowhere the popularity of the NFL at this time, MLB has it all over football and all other sports in one capacity.
view moreSeveral former New Orleans players had their day in MLB All-Star Classic
While there aren’t any New Orleanians in this year’s contest, over the years there have been a handful of local players who turned in noteworthy performances on the national stage.
view moreNewman grad Jeremy Bleich gets long-awaited call to majors
After a decade toiling through every level of minor league baseball, New Orleans native Jeremy Bleich got the call he’s waited for his entire career.
view moreAlex Bregman to participate in Home Run Derby
The former LSU star’s first time competing in the event coincides with his with his first All-Star selection in his second full season in the Major Leagues.
view moreFormer LSU stars Bregman, Nola named MLB All-Stars for first time
Former LSU stars Aaron Nola and Alex Bregman were named Sunday night to the 2018 Major League Baseball All-Star Game rosters, increasing the Tigers’ all-time total of MLB All-Stars to 12.
view moreFormer Phillies minor leaguer Cord Sandberg now on LSU’s radar as a quarterback
Rumors are flying around that LSU may still add another quarterback through alternative means.
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