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Mahoning Valley Scrappers Name Raul Gonzalez as Manager for 2026 Season

May 19, 2026 - NILES, Ohio - Former Major Leaguer, Raul Gonzalez, named Manager for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers for the 2026 season. Gonzalez, the Puerto Rico native, was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 17th round of the 1990 Major League Baseball draft at the age of 17. González made his Major League debut for the Chicago Cubs on May 25, 2000. He made his final MLB appearance on June 21, 2004, for the Cleveland Indians. Beginning in 2011, Gonzalez served as an advance scout for the Detroit Tigers, a hitting coach for... Full Story

Thunder Transform to "Fighting Finches" for One Night in 2026

May 12, 2026 - (Trenton, NJ) - Your Trenton Thunder, presented by NJM Insurance Group, are excited to announce a new alternate identity ahead of the 2026 season in partnership with the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey, the Fighting Finches! Set to debut for one-night only, the Fighting Finches identity i s inspired by New Jersey's state bird, the eastern goldfinch. Fighting Finches merchandise is available now at the Thunder Company Store and online at thunder.shopbaseballcollective.com. The eastern goldfinch was adopted a... Full Story

Cutters to Rebrand as "Los Cadejos" for International Series

April 20, 2026 - This season, the Williamsport Crosscutters will host the Mexican Jr. National team as part of the MLB Draft League International Series, June 12-14. The International Series features MLB Draft League teams hosting Jr. National teams from Canada and Mexico as part of the regular season. During the International Series, the Cutters will transform to Los Cadejos as they take on a new identity based on Mexican folklore. Deep within the shadows of the forest, the legend of Los Cadejos comes to life- two mystical dog-like guard... Full Story

IronBirds Announce Coaching Staff for 2026 Season

April 16, 2026 - Aberdeen, MD - The Aberdeen IronBirds and the MLB Draft League are thrilled to announce the club's full coaching and support staff for the 2026 season, led by Manager Preston Wilson. The group brings a blend of Major League experience, player development expertise, and a shared commitment to excellence as the IronBirds enter their first season competing in the MLB Draft League. Joining Wilson on the 2026 staff are Hitting Coach Desi Relaford, Pitching Coach Jesus Estrada, and Athletic Trainer Kohei Takada. Relaford, a ... Full Story

• Scrappers Release 2026 Promotional Schedule - Mahoning Valley Scrappers (May 19)
  
• Mahoning Valley Scrappers Name Raul Gonzalez as Manager for 2026 Season - Mahoning Valley Scrappers (May 19)
  
• Black Bears Announce Road Closure for Banana Ball Weekend - West Virginia Black Bears (May 18)
  
• Ripken Stadium to Host Maryland High School Baseball State Championship Games - Aberdeen IronBirds (May 18)
  
• Trenton Thunder Sign 5-Year Extension Deal with Rita's of Ewing - Trenton Thunder (May 18)
  
• Mahoning Valley Scrappers Bring "Scrapper Fest" to Eastwood Mall for June 1 Fan Celebration - Mahoning Valley Scrappers (May 14)
  
• Chick-Fil-A to Debut at 2026 Cutters Games - Williamsport Crosscutters (May 13)
  
• Thunder Transform to "Fighting Finches" for One Night in 2026 - Trenton Thunder (May 12)
  
• Scrappers Announce Looney Tunes™ Bugs Bunny Bobblehead Giveaway on Sat., August 8 - Mahoning Valley Scrappers (May 11)
  
• Bluey Appearance, Star Wars Night Highlight New Wave of Added Spikes Promos - State College Spikes (May 7)
  
• Cutters to Host Pitch, Hit & Run Competition June 7 - Williamsport Crosscutters (May 7)
  
• Scrappers Announce Hiring Event with Open Interviews on Thursday, May 7th from 3-6pm - Mahoning Valley Scrappers (April 30)
  
• Cutters Announce 2026 Promotions - Williamsport Crosscutters (April 30)
  
• Wrestling Under the Stars Returns to 7 17 Credit Union Field at Eastwood on Saturday, July 11 - Mahoning Valley Scrappers (April 30)
  
• Crosscutters Introduce "First Responder Friday" - Williamsport Crosscutters (April 28)
  
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• Trenton Thunder to play as Garden State Fighting Finches - Sports Logos Net News (May 20)
  
• Scrappers name Raul Gonzalez manager for 2026 season - Warren Tribune-Chronicle (May 20)
  
• Trenton Thunder to become Garden State Fighting Finches for one night this season - Trentonian (May 12)
  
• Thompson talks Scrappers with Curbstone - Warren Tribune-Chronicle (May 12)
  
• Cutters to host local pitch, hit and run competition on June 7 - Williamsport Sun-Gazette (May 8)
  
• Williamsport Crosscutters to play as Los Cadejos in International Series - Sports Logos Net News (April 25)
  
• JAY DUNN: Diamond Baseball Holdings has big shoes to fill as new owner of the Trenton Thunder - Trentonian (April 22)
  
• Cutters to rebrand as Los Cadejos for International Series this year - Williamsport Sun-Gazette (April 21)
  
• Hub of the Hobby: Jason Dambach Has Made His Shop a Community Gathering Place for Sports Card Collectors - State College News (April 18)
  
• 7 17 Credit Union Field getting new features - Warren Tribune-Chronicle (April 15)
  
• Cutters announce staff for this season - Williamsport Sun-Gazette (April 14)
  
• State College Spikes Unveil 2026 Promotional Schedule - State College News (April 10)
  
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