Swaggerty, LSU sophomores, Marceaux top Louisiana MLB Draft prospects
Major League Baseball’s annual draft begins Monday night, with draft eligible players and their coaches watching intently.
view moreLandon Marceaux signs with LSU, waits on MLB Draft
The Destrehan senior officially signed with LSU at a ceremony at the Satellite Center in Luling Wednesday morning with other St. Charles Parish school signees from Destrehan and Hahnville.
view moreDanny Farquhar released from hospital as recovery from brain hemorrhage progresses
Former UL Lafayette standout Danny Farquhar was discharged from the hospital, the Chicago White Sox announced Monday afternoon.
view moreWill Clark: Oh, What a Thrill! (Part 9)
It may have been a bit surprising when Clark retired immediately after the 2000 season. He had just come off one of the best two-month stints of his career, and at 36 years old it would seem he had a couple more seasons in him.
view moreMiley activated, Lion alums settling in on 2018 pro season
The Milwaukee Brewers have purchased the contract of former Southeastern Louisiana pitcher Wade Miley (Southeastern 2006-08), recalling the left-hander from his season-opening rehab assignment.
view moreWill Clark: Oh, What a Thrill! (Part 8)
Following three injury-plagued years with Texas, Clark rejuvenated his career with the Rangers in his last year with them. However, wanting to go in a different direction at first base after the 1998 season, Texas replaced Clark.
view moreOh, What a Thrill! Will Clark: Career Overview (Part 7)
His last two seasons with the Giants had been subpar for Clark, so the prospect of playing for his new team in a brand-new stadium energized him.
view moreOne more diamond appearance for 93-year-old Nolan Vicknair
The World War II veteran and former pro ballplayer received a warm applause from the Baby Cakes crowd of 6,356 fans as he threw out the first pitch to ‘Cakes player Joe Gunkel before the game.
view moreOh, What a Thrill! Will Clark: Career Overview (Part 6)
Clark reluctantly left San Francisco as a free agent, signing with the Texas Rangers.
view moreAfrican-American interest in baseball showing signs of life in New Orleans area high schools
For the most part, African-Americans have not been interested in or in love with the game in the New Orleans area for several years. Times may be changing.
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