As May draws to a close, two players found themselves squarely in the spotlight with massive performances at the plate. Seattle’s Dante Bichette continues his torrid stretch to capture another United League Player of the Week award, while New York catcher Mike Lieberthal earns his first career recognition in the Federal League. United League: Bichette’s Power Surge Continues For the second time this season, Dante Bichette has earned top...
As the league approaches the halfway mark, we’ve reached a point of clarity at the top and congestion in the middle. The San Francisco Giants remain the league’s most complete team, while Montreal keeps pace just behind them. Toronto continues to prove its rise was no fluke, and teams like Kansas City, St. Louis, and Cincinnati are making their push as true contenders. Meanwhile, the logjam in the .500 range has created an environment where...
The Federal League East couldn’t be tighter heading into the final days of May. The Pittsburgh Pirates (33–23) cling to a half-game lead over the Cincinnati Reds (33–24), with both clubs trending toward 90+ win territory if current paces hold. The three-game set at Three Rivers Stadium offers the first real chance to separate contender from chaser—and it’s evenly matched in nearly every category. These two clubs have split their four...
May 24, 1995 — Another slugger has joined the 300-home run club. In a fitting display of power and consistency, Ken Caminiti, the cornerstone third baseman for the Orlando Sun Rays, belted his 300th career home run, adding yet another milestone to a career already brimming with accolades. The blast came during Orlando’s latest matchup, punctuating a season that has seen Caminiti continue to rake at the plate despite entering his 30s....
On May 24, 1995, Los Angeles Dodgers ace Matt Young etched his name into the Doubleday Baseball League record books by collecting his 2,000th career strikeout, a milestone that cements his legacy as one of the most durable and quietly dominant pitchers of his era. Young hit the 2,000 mark in his 11th start of the 1995 season—a campaign in which he’s been nothing short of spectacular, posting a league-best 1.80 ERA and racking up 64...
May 26: Dodgers Blast Off, McDonald Blanks Expos, and Walk-Offs Everywhere Melvin Nieves put on a show in Colorado, going 3-for-5 with 2 home runs and 4 RBIs to power the Dodgers past the Rockies 12–6. Right behind him, Ryan Klesko added 2 homers and 2 RBIs of his own, helping LA continue their rise in the West. Meanwhile, Ben McDonald silenced the Expos in an impressive 8-inning, 3-hit shutout effort as the Orioles stunned Montreal 1–0....
In one of the more surprising moves of the young season, the Boston Red Sox have placed Akira Eto on the trade block—just months after making him one of their most hyped international signings. Boston fought hard to land Eto this offseason after he declared for DBL free agency following a successful stint in Japan. The deal: three years, $1.5 million, front-loaded and structured with escalating expectations. But now, with only 53 games under...
We’re two months into the season, and while it’s far too early to slap a “bust” or “steal” label on any draft pick, it is the perfect time for a check-in. The top of the draft came with some big names and bigger expectations—but has the production lived up to the billing? Let’s take a closer look at how the first five players selected are faring in their rookie campaigns. #1 – Andy Pettitte, SP Team: Washington...
May 23: Erickson and Smiley Dominate, Bichette Doubles Up, and Counsell Walks It Off Scott Erickson continues to pitch like a man possessed. The Cardinals' ace allowed just one hit over 8 innings in a 2–0 win over the Red Sox. That’s now three straight wins for Erickson, who’s 7–3 with a 3.59 ERA on the season. John Smiley matched him pitch for pitch, tossing 7 innings of one-hit ball while striking out 11 in the Blue Jays’ 4–1 win...
As the DBL season barrels toward June, a clearer picture of the league’s hierarchy is taking shape. The Montreal Expos continue to anchor the top spot, but a few contenders are making serious cases for a shake-up. Meanwhile, the middle tier remains volatile, and the race to escape the bottom grows more desperate. Let’s dig into the latest Power Rankings. Teams (Total Points, Tendency):1) Montreal Expos (141.1, o)2) San Francisco Giants...