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Titans Acquire, Sign Right-Hander Matos

January 7, 2026 - Ottawa, ON - The Ottawa Titans Baseball Club announced today that they have acquired and agreed to terms on a contract with right-handed pitcher Dwayne Matos for the upcoming 2026 Frontier League season. Matos, 25, was received in a deal from the Schaumburg Boomers in exchange for a player to be named later. The right-hander split the 2025 season with the Boomers until the Cleveland Guardians purchased his contract in June. Matos made six starts for the Boomers this past season, compiling a 3-1 record with a 3.86 ERA. His... Full Story

Otters Hire Trevor Lakins as New General Manager

January 7, 2026 - EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville Otters are excited to announce the hiring of Trevor Lakins as the ninth General Manager in team history. "We are thrilled to have Trevor as General Manager of the Otters," Otters Team President John Stanley said. "Trevor's experience in baseball management, his love of the game, and his overall enthusiasm will make him a popular and effective leader." Lakins, a native of Knoxville, Tenn., joins the Otters after spending nearly a decade in different baseball front offices across the cou... Full Story

Slammers Exercise 2026 Club Options

January 7, 2026 - JOLIET, IL - The Joliet Slammers have exercised contract options on 13 players as the organization continues to build its roster ahead of the 2026 season. The group of returning players features a balance of pitching and position players, providing the Slammers with a strong foundation as preparations begin for the upcoming season. Pitchers: Aiden McAvoy, Andrew Guardino, Chase Hopewell, C.J. Blowers, Eddie Kaftan, Gunnar Kines, Michael Grogan, Ryan Daly, Ty Rybarczyk Infielders: Braylin Marine, Ian Battipaglia O... Full Story

Lake Erie Crushers 2026 Coaching Staff Takes Final Form

January 7, 2026 - Avon, OH - The Lake Erie Crushers 2026 coaching staff under manager Jared Lemieux has been solidified. Mark Mason returns as the bench coach, Brandyn Sittinger returns as a player/pitching coach, and Brett Muché joins the team as the hitting coach. Lake Erie Crushers roster updates are presented by BCT Alarm Service, Inc. Longtime baseball mind Mark Mason returns to the Crushers for his second season as the bench coach. Mason picked up pitching coach duties midway through 2025 with Johnny Barbato's exit after being s... Full Story

• Titans Acquire, Sign Right-Hander Matos - Ottawa Titans (January 7)
  
• Otters Hire Trevor Lakins as New General Manager - Evansville Otters (January 7)
  
• Slammers Exercise 2026 Club Options - Joliet Slammers (January 7)
  
• Lake Erie Crushers 2026 Coaching Staff Takes Final Form - Lake Erie Crushers (January 7)
  
• Wild Things Bring Back IF Cole Fowler in Free Agency - Washington Wild Things (January 5)
  
• Bird Dawgs Player Spotlight: Ebel, Harrison, and Harlan - Down East Bird Dawgs (January 2)
  
• Wild Things Make Splash, Bring Back Anthony Brocato, Top 5 HR Hitter in FL History - Washington Wild Things (December 30)
  
• Slugger Andrew Czech Set for Sixth Season in Washington - Washington Wild Things (December 29)
  
• Bird Dawgs Player Spotlight: Adams, Backus, and Blaum - Down East Bird Dawgs (December 26)
  
• Crushers Swing Deal with New Jersey for All-Star Infielder - Lake Erie Crushers (December 23)
  
• Ryan Ford Signs Deal with Wild Things - Washington Wild Things (December 23)
  
• Crushers Re-Sign Franco, Spinozzi, and Quinn for 2026 - Lake Erie Crushers (December 22)
  
• Miners Retain Core Baseball Staff Ahead of Upcoming Season - Sussex County Miners (December 22)
  
• Mud Monsters Introduce Holiday Day Skate at the Southern Lights - Mississippi Mud Monsters (December 19)
  
• Bird Dawgs Bring Back All-Star Duo - Down East Bird Dawgs (December 19)
  
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• Bird Dawgs retain 22 players for 2026 season - Kinston Free Press (December 22)
  
• Wild Things hire pitching coach - Washington Observer-Reporter (December 18)
  
• Wild Things exercise options on 15 players - Washington Observer-Reporter (December 16)
  
• Crushers extend contract for manager Jared Lemieux - Chronicle-Telegram (December 13)
  
• Lake Erie Crushers extend Manager Jared Lemieux - Lorain Morning Journal (December 12)
  
• Wild Things sign 3 pitchers for 2026 - Washington Observer-Reporter (December 9)
  
• Lindstrom named Down East Bird Dawgs marketing director - Kinston Free Press (December 9)
  
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