#MLBPeachy #PeachyandtheCity #CrispCleaners @CitiField @Dbacks @Mets May 1, 2025

Tina, Joe Hallak and Peachy Deegan

Check our our five videos

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3zWyrm22-es

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https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GTtUvxeByj4

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Photography by Peachy Deegan

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#OUTSTANDINGORTHOPEDICS @NYOrthopedics #NYORTHOPEDICS #DRSTEPHENJNICHOLASMD on #Baseball #WorldSeries @MLB @Yankees @Dodgers

We are thrilled to continue our coverage of this exciting field with his commentary today on BASEBALL!

Dr. Stephen J. Nicholas, Official Orthopedist of Whom You Know and Founder and Owner of New York Orthopedics, was first featured in Healthy Peachy.

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Dr. Stephen J. Nicholas

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NISMAT: Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma

Dr. James A. Nicolas, Founder of NISMAT and Stephen's Dad!

NISMAT Injury Prevention Tips

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#SportyPeachy #MLBPeachy Hard Rock International and NY Mets Owner Steve Cohen Officially Unveil Renderings of Metropolitan Park

Images showcase the sports and entertainment park New York deserves, kicks off New York City zoning process

New renderings of Metropolitan Park, the partnership between Steve Cohen and Hard Rock International, give New Yorkers a look of what turning empty parking lots into 25 acres of new public park will actually feel like. The $8 billion privately funded project is now moving forward with ULURP (Uniform Land Use Review Procedure) New York City's process for public approval of the development. The design and the layout were informed over three years of community engagement by Cohen and his partners with local residents, small businesses, Mets fans, and Queens community leaders to transform the area.

Community First Vision: The 25 acre park’s design, by the local team of SHoP Architects (Domino Park) and Field Ops (The High Line, Domino Park), integrates input, ideas, and feedback collected from 15 community workshops, hundreds of meetings with local leaders, and over 20,000 door-to-door conversations with our neighbors. It also pays homage to Flushing Meadows-Corona Park’s iconic World’s Fair history and architecture, and the storied history of the Mets, Shea Stadium, and Citi Field.

Transforming Asphalt to 25 Acres of Public Park: Parks and public space are essential to any community, and Citi Field shouldn’t be an exception. Metropolitan Park will have 20 acres of new public park space and 5 acres of community athletic fields and playgrounds. This represents more new park and community space than Bryant Park, the High Line, and Union Square Park combined.

Investing in Public Infrastructure & Transportation: Metropolitan Park is an opportunity to connect surrounding neighborhoods, expand waterfront access, increase walkability & cycling access, and improve transportation options to benefit the community. A multi-million investment in public infrastructure improvements, including transforming the Mets-Willets Point 7 Train station, will create a welcoming, accessible entrance to Flushing Meadows-Corona Park as well as Citi Field and Willets Point.

Metropolitan Park is a once in a life-time opportunity to transform the 50 acres of asphalt around Citi Field into an economic engine that will create 23,000 competitive-paying union jobs. This reimagined space will bring together neighbors, fans and visitors to enjoy 25 acres of new public park space, improved public transportation and climate infrastructure, live music, a Queens Food Hall and a Hard Rock Hotel and Casino with bars, restaurants and a sportsbook.

"We are very proud to present New Yorkers with the visualization of what's possible for a world-class city and its surrounding neighborhoods," said Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International. "We'd like to thank our partners for working with us to create something truly transformative. We take great pride and the utmost care in bringing forth something that will create much needed jobs and memories that will live on for generations to come."

"It's time the world's greatest city got the sports and entertainment park it deserves," said New York Mets owner Steve Cohen. "When I bought this team, fans and the community kept saying we needed to do better. Metropolitan Park delivers on the promise of a shared space that people will not only want to come to and enjoy, but can be truly proud of."

Community First Vision

The 25 acre park's design, by the local team of SHoP Architects (Domino Park) and Field Ops (The High Line, Domino Park), integrates input, ideas, and feedback collected from 15 community workshops, hundreds of meetings with local leaders, and over 20,000 door-to-door conversations with our neighbors. At the same time, it pays homage to Flushing Meadows-Corona Park's iconic World's Fair history and architecture, and the storied history of the Mets, Shea Stadium, and Citi Field.

Transforming Asphalt to 25 Acres of Public Park

Parks and public space are essential to any community, and Citi Field shouldn't be an exception. Metropolitan Park will have 20 acres of new public park space and 5 acres of community athletic fields and playgrounds. This represents more new park and community space than Bryant Park, the High Line, and Union Square Park combined.

Investing in Public Infrastructure and Transportation

Metropolitan Park is an opportunity to connect the surrounding neighborhoods, expand waterfront access, increase walkability and cycling access, and improve transportation options in ways that will benefit the entire community. A multi-million investment in public infrastructure improvements, including transforming the Mets-Willets Point 7 Train station, will create a welcoming, accessible entrance to Flushing Meadows-Corona Park as well as Citi Field and Willets Point.

To download high resolution renderings: https://www.metropolitanpark.com/images

About Metropolitan Park:An investment of $8 billion

Over 23,000 good-paying permanent and construction jobs

20 acres of new public park space and 5 acres of community athletic fields and playgrounds.

Climate-ready infrastructure including solar, green roofs, and flood mitigation

New connections to the waterfront, park, and surrounding community

Over $1 billion in dedicated community benefits, including:A Queens Food Hall featuring local restaurants and vendors

Improved public transit and parking infrastructure, including a transformed 7-line train station that would be made ADA accessible

A Community Impact Fund that will provide grants to non-profit organizations serving Queens communities and residents

Funding for community identified health care and youth and senior needs

Improved and modernized road network, bike paths, and parking infrastructure

A live music venue and a Hard Rock Hotel and Casino with sports betting as the economic engine at the core.

About Hard Rock®:

Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in over 74 countries spanning 313 locations that include owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. Its Unity by Hard Rock™ global loyalty program rewards members for doing the things they love across participating properties around the world. HRI also launched a joint venture named Hard Rock Digital in 2020, an online sportsbook, retail sportsbook and internet gaming platform. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia at more than 88,000 pieces, which are displayed at its locations around the globe. HRI became the first privately-owned gaming company designated a U.S. Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal in 2021 and has since been honored fourfold. Hard Rock was also honored by Forbes among the World's Best Employers, as well as Best Employers for Women, Diversity and New Grads and a Top Large Employer in the Travel & Leisure, Gaming and Entertainment Industry. In the 2022 Global Gaming Awards, Hard Rock was named Land-Based Operator of the Year for the second time in four years. Hard Rock International currently holds investment grades from primary investment-grade rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings (BBB-) and Fitch Ratings (BBB). For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.

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#SportyPeachy #IrelandPeachy #MLBPeachy Steve Garvey Goes to Bat for Irish Baseball

Baseball Legend Honors His Roots as Irish Baseball Ambassador

Baseball legend Steve Garvey has been selected to serve as the first Irish Baseball Ambassador by the Irish American Baseball Society.

In his new role, Garvey will meet with Irish American business leaders and community organizations to promote baseball initiatives in Ireland.

Steve Garvey speaks at his Irish American Baseball Hall of Fame induction.

"This year, we expect 5,000 boys and girls in Ireland to play baseball for the first time," explained Garvey. "We need to expand the infrastructure of coaches, equipment, and playing fields necessary to meet the demand and allow more kids to play the game."

Garvey represents the Irish American Baseball Society, a US-based non-profit organization with over 10,000 members. Members include baseball players, coaches, executives, media personalities, and fans who all share a common interest in baseball and Ireland.

The organization supports youth baseball programs in Ireland and operates the Irish American Baseball Hall of Fame, of which Garvey is a member.

"We're bringing Irish Americans closer to their roots in Ireland by celebrating the Irish impact on the game's history," explained Garvey. "No one can deny that the Irish have always loved baseball."

Youth baseball was introduced to Ireland in the 1950s and 1960s. Ireland's first Little League team was formed in 1993. Today, baseball is played by children in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

"It's an exciting time for the Irish Baseball movement," explained Garvey. "We're making great strides in Ireland and America. Together, we can all make a big impact on the future of Irish Baseball."

About Irish Baseball Ambassador Steve Garvey

Steve Garvey is a World Series Champion, Most Valuable Player, 10-time All-Star and a member of the Irish American Baseball Hall of Fame. For more information, visit IrishBaseball.org/Steve.

About the Irish American Baseball Society

The Irish American Baseball Society celebrates the Irish impact on the game of baseball and supports the development of youth baseball programs in Ireland and America. Membership is open to anyone who loves baseball and Ireland, regardless of their ancestral heritage. For more information, visit IrishBaseball.org.

The Irish American Baseball Society is a non-profit subsidiary of Emerald Diamond International. Federal Tax ID: 20-4623222. For more information, visit EmeraldDiamond.org.

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#SportyPeachy @MLB #MLBPeachy #BostonPeachy Boston Red Sox Named Recipient of the 2019 “Allan H. Selig Award for Philanthropic Excellence”

Club Recognized for “Home Base,” the Program Dedicated to Healing ‘Invisible Wounds’ of Veterans, Service Members, and Their Families

The Boston Red Sox have been named recipient of the 2019 “Allan H. Selig Award for Philanthropic Excellence,” Major League Baseball announced earlier today. The honor recognizes the Red Sox Foundation’s efforts to establish a philanthropic partnership with Massachusetts General Hospital to develop the Home Base Program, a nonprofit dedicated to providing world-class clinical care, wellness, education and research initiatives for veterans, active military service members, and their families impacted by “invisible wounds,” such as post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury. Red Sox Chairman Tom Werner and the Red Sox Foundation were the catalysts in the creation of Home Base in 2007, which has served as a lifeline for those seeking a successful transition post-military service. As part of their recognition, the Red Sox will receive a $10,000 grant from Major League Baseball Charities. This is the second Selig Award for Philanthropic Excellence for Boston after being recognized as the inaugural recipient in 2010 for their “Red Sox Scholars” program. They are the only Club to win the Award twice.

As a National Center of Excellence, Home Base operates the first and largest private-sector clinic in the nation devoted to providing evidence-based mental health and brain injury care, advancements, and awareness in support of veterans of all eras, active duty service members and military family members – at no cost and regardless of discharge status. Home Base’s two-week Intensive Clinical Program is one of several clinical programs, which compresses more than a year’s worth of treatment within two weeks through evidence-based therapies, complementary and alternative medicine. Serving Veterans from across the globe, some components of the program include supervised exercise, education about healthy eating and living, sleep hygiene, stress management, and mindfulness training. Additional organizations collaborate with RSF and MGH to sustain the clinical programs available at Home Base to include Wounded Warrior Project, George W. Bush Institute’s Warrior Wellness Alliance, Fisher House, RAND Corporation, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors. Since its inception in 2009, more than 24,000 veterans, service members, and their families have been treated under Home Base. Additionally, the program has trained more than 73,000 clinicians, educators, and community members nationally since its inception.

While Home Base is a nationally recognized charitable organization, they continuously work to grow and expand their boundaries, both geographically and intellectually, to reach new heights in offering innovation and rigor to help veterans and their families facilitate successful transitions to civilian life. Most recently, their increased dedication and support of the military community has directed their efforts overseas, providing aid to those from Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Canada, Panama, Algeria, the United Kingdom, Guyana, and Japan. To commemorate the MLB & Mitel present London Series 2019, the Red Sox Foundation partnered with Home Base and Walking with The Wounded to raise awareness of U.S.- & U.K.-based veterans. Their joint initiative included an intimate dinner for 300 at Kensington Palace featuring a special performance by Sting and tickets to Game One of the London Series. Together, they raised more than $1.3 million at the event. Home Base is building an international coalition of best-in-class organizations to continue their mission in healing the invisible wounds of servicemen and women on a global stage.

“On behalf of Major League Baseball, I congratulate the Boston Red Sox for winning their second Selig Award for Philanthropic Excellence,” said Commissioner Manfred. “The organization’s devotion to improving the quality of life of veterans, active service members and their families serves as a model for how our sport gives back to those who have personally sacrificed in service to our nation. We are proud to recognize Home Base as a leading safe haven and treatment option for the military community.”

“We are honored to be the recipients of this prestigious award for the second time, and for a program that has been incredibly special to me personally,” said Red Sox Chairman Tom Werner. “As Home Base celebrates its 10th anniversary, we have seen the impact of its important work through the thousands of veterans, service members, and families who have been set on a path of healing from the invisible wounds. They have done so with the utmost care, integrity, and decency for everyone who has walked through their doors. I truly believe this program has saved countless lives, and I am grateful to MLB for this notable recognition.”

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#NewYorkNotes @GRAMMYMuseum #TakeMeOuttotheBallgame #MLBPeachy #CulturedPeachy @RecordingAcad #GrammyMuseum GRAMMY MUSEUM® PRESENTS TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME: POPULAR MUSIC AND THE NATIONAL PASTIME NEW EXHIBIT SHOWCASES MUSIC'S INTEGRAL HISTORY IN THE BASEBALL EXPERIENCE

Whether it's the national anthem played before every game, the music ballplayers select to accent their "walk up" to home plate, or the seventh inning stretch when fans sing "Take Me Out To The Ball Game," music is an integral part of the baseball experience. To celebrate the soundtrack of our national pastime, the GRAMMY Museum® proudly presents Take Me Out To The Ball Game: Popular Music And The National Pastime. The exhibit will open on March 14, when Bob Santelli, Founding Executive Director of the GRAMMY Museum and the exhibit’s curator, will discuss the history of music in baseball with Barry Zito at the Museum's Clive Davis Theater as part of the Museum's Public Programs. The exhibit will run through baseball season until fall 2019.

Take Me Out To The Ball Game: Popular Music And The National Pastime will offer insight and historical reference for the history of music in baseball. The exhibit takes you on a journey starting before the 20th century when interest in baseball-themed music was fostered through the sales of sheet music, then explains the rise of baseball songs becoming a part of a new era of American music in the early 1900s, to current day popular music being a central part of players preparing to take the field and excite the fans. All forms of music, from pop and jazz, to country, R&B, and rock and roll embraced America's baseball passion and are reflected throughout the exhibit.

Edward Meeker and The Edison Orchestra's original 1908 recording of “Take Me Out To The Ball Game” was inducted into the GRAMMY Hall Of Fame® this year.

“Baseball and popular music have been practically inseparable for the past century and a half,” said Santelli. “Hundreds of songs have been written about the national pastime. And today, with ballplayers personally selecting walk-up-to-the-batter’s-box-music and with retired players like Barry Zito and Bernie Williams actually launching music careers, the baseball-music connection is stronger than ever.”

Exhibit highlights include:

• Sheet music from the game's early years, including “Take Me Out To The Ball Game”

• Handwritten lyrics to baseball classics, such as James Taylor’s “Angels Of Fenway”

• Special edition Fender guitars, including the brand new Jackie Robinson Telecaster

• MLB sportscaster Harry Caray’s microphone

• Limited edition posters, vinyl records, and photographs 

Tickets to the GRAMMY Museum are available for sale at www.grammymuseum.org. 

ABOUT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM

Established in 2008 as a partnership between the Recording Academy™ and AEG, the GRAMMY Museum® is a non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating a greater understanding of the history and significance of music. Paying tribute to our collective musical heritage, the Museum explores and celebrates all aspects of the art form – from the technology of the recording process to the legends who've made lasting marks on our cultural identity. In 2017, the Museum integrated with its sister organization, the GRAMMY Foundation®, to broaden the reach of its music education and preservation initiatives. As a unified organization, today, the GRAMMY Museum fulfills its mission of making music a valued and indelible part of our society through exhibits, education, grants, and public programming.

For more information, visit www.grammymuseum.org, “like” the GRAMMY Museum on Facebook, and follow @GRAMMYMuseum on Twitter and Instagram.

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#SmallScreenScenes #MLBPeachy @Noahsyndergaard @Mets @HistoryVikings @HISTORY #SportyPeachy #WhomYouKnow NY METS PITCHER NOAH SYNDERGAARD SET TO GUEST STAR IN SEASON SIX OF HISTORY'S HIT DRAMA SERIES 'VIKINGS'

NY METS PITCHER NOAH SYNDERGAARD SET TO GUEST STAR IN SEASON SIX OF HISTORY’S HIT DRAMA SERIES ‘VIKINGS’ 

Midseason Five Premieres Wednesday, November 28 at 9PM ET/PT

NY Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard, also known as “Thor,” throws down the hammer this week on the set of HISTORY’s “Vikings” in Ireland where he will guest star in one episode in season six of the hit drama series. Syndergaard will play the character “Thorbjorn,” a Viking warrior who is loyal to Ivar the Boneless, who he sees as a God on earth. “Vikings” returns for its midseason five premiere on Wednesday, November 28 at 9PM ET/PT on HISTORY.

Season five returns with the arrival of a legendary Viking, the famous Duke Rollo (Clive Standen), who causes further upheaval in a Kattegat still reeling from Ivar the Boneless becoming its King. As Bjorn (Alexander Ludwig) and Lagertha flee Ivar’s murderous forces with Bishop Heahmund (Jonathan Rhys Meyers), Ivar’s tyrannical reign over Scandinavia ushers in a new Dark Age, the likes of which have never been seen. Ultimately, Ivar’s reign will not go unchallenged by the sons of Ragnar and old enemies will become allies to defeat the despot who has declared himself a God on earth. Meanwhile in Iceland, Floki (Gustaf Skarsgård) battles the elements, and his own settlers’ desire for revenge, to forge a Viking colony on the beautiful and desolate landscape.

Across all platforms, the last season of “Vikings” averaged 11.2 million viewers per episode. “Vikings” is a top five drama across all of cable this year (Live +3) and finished its season as the #1 original series on cable on Wednesday nights among all key demographics (Live+SD). Vikings averaged 3.7 million total viewers in Live+7.

The twenty-episode sixth season of “Vikings” is currently in production in Ireland.

“Vikings” is the critically acclaimed series from creator and sole writer Michael Hirst (Academy Award® winning film Elizabeth and the Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominated series “The Tudors”) and is a family saga that tells the remarkable tales of the lives and epic adventures of the raiders and explorers of the Dark Ages.

Hirst serves as executive producer along with Morgan O’Sullivan, James Flynn of TM Productions (The Count of Monte Cristo; “The Tudors”), Sheila Hockin (“The Tudors,” “The Borgias”), John Weber of Take 5 Productions (“The Tudors,” “The Borgias”), Sherry Marsh and Alan Gasmer. Arturo Interian is executive producer for HISTORY.

“Vikings” is an international Irish/Canadian co-production by TM Productions and Take 5 Productions. MGM Television serves as the worldwide distributor outside of Ireland and Canada. “Vikings” is produced in association with Corus Entertainment.

About HISTORY®

HISTORY®, now reaching more than 96 million homes, is the leading destination for award-winning series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive and entertaining manner across all platforms. The network’s all-original programming slate features a roster of signature series including Pawn Stars, American Pickers, The Curse of Oak Island, Aloneas well as the hit drama series Vikings and Knightfall. The HISTORY website is located at history.com. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/history and Facebook at facebook.com/history.

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#SmallScreenScenes @RedSox #TedWilliams #GreatestHitter #AmericanMastersPBS @PBSAmermasters #MLBPeachy #WhomYouKnow #SportyPeachy THIRTEEN’s American Masters Presents the Exclusive U.S. Broadcast Premiere of Ted Williams: “The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived” It Earns Whom You Know's Highest Recommendation Monday, July 23, 2018 on PBS in Honor of Baseball Hall of Famer’s Centennial

Best damn hitter that ever lived!

This one's for you, NEW ENGLAND!

(Home of Peachy Deegan)

And Boston, and Boston College, and all of Fenway.

And you too, Bark-Andre (and stay tuned for more on him.)

Ted Williams defined himself by what he excelled at and believed that you have an obligation to always do your best.

He is truly our cup of coffee.

He is the guy that John Wayne played in the movies.

Genuinely.

 Ted Williams didn't like the press, and when you see it from his perspective in this great work, you can see why.  We think he'd like us however, because we have never been regular press.  Thanks to Mover and Shaker Mike Rutstein, whom Peachy wrote for with Eagle Action, a professional publication covering the great sports of Boston College, Peachy wrote for Boston Baseball, an independent publication covering the Red Sox.  Coming up on PBS is one of the greatest documentaries and celebrations of American life you'll ever see.  You absolutely must see it.  It is the true celebration of joy in life, which is brought to you only through SPORTS.

A true American patriot and a US Marine FIGHTER PILOT, Ted Williams spent 5 years defending our great nation: three in WWII and two in Korea.  What professional athlete today would sacrifice their career to defend our country?  

Despite having a most challenging childhood, Ted Williams was not a wimpy snowflake of today or an excuse person.  He took his knocks and channeled them into a powerful stream of anger that ignited the world and put baseball on fire.  Just watching him hit will bring you joy and expect even the toughest people around to watch this with a box of Kleenex because if you don't cry at least once, you do not have a heart.

Do not miss the 1941 All Star Game's 9th inning highlight!!!

It's also fantastic to see his humanity with words from his daughter and video of his fishing excursions.  

His statistics will wow you but what will really touch you are the words said by many notables throughout this, and we were thrilled to learn how great he is with words.  He was a most notable swearer and did it most creatively.  Ted Williams character was further defined when he refused to let stats be rounded up: he went out and earned them.  

We love what he stands for.

We're sorry we didn't know him.

What would Ted Williams do with five more seasons?!

July 23rd, be there: The Kid and PBS.

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Narrated by Emmy- and Golden Globe-winner Jon Hamm, documentary features exclusive never-before-seen footage of Williams’ final game and includes new interviews with Bob Costas, Wade Boggs, Ben Bradlee Jr. and Joey Votto

During his remarkable career with the Boston Red Sox, Ted Williams earned many nicknames - The Kid, The Splendid Splinter and Teddy Ballgame, but the only nickname that he wanted was “the greatest hitter who ever lived.” In that pursuit, he combined his preternatural gifts with a fierce work ethic to become widely regarded as one of the greatest ever to play the game of baseball and in the process elevated the science of hitting in ways still emulated today.

The new documentary from THIRTEEN’s American Masters, co-produced by Albert M. Tapper Productions, in association with Major League Baseball, David Ortiz’ Big Papi Productions and Nick Davis Productions, explores not only the Baseball Hall of Famer’s remarkable on-field accomplishments but also his complicated relationships with his family, teammates, press, fans and himself. American Masters – Ted Williams: “The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived” premieres Monday, July 23 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings) in honor of Williams’ centennial (August 30, 1918 – July 5, 2002), and marks the first baseball subject in the series’ 32-year history. The film will be available to stream the following day via pbs.org/americanmasters and PBS apps.

Through never-before-seen archival footage and in-depth interviews with those who knew and studied Williams, including his daughter Claudia Williams, author/journalist Ben Bradlee, Jr., veteran baseball writer Roger Angell and award-winning broadcasters Bob Costas and the late Dick Enberg, the documentary demonstrates the power of the heroic myth-making culture in which Williams flourished. Lesser-known topics explored in the film include Williams’ Mexican-American background, his experiences serving during World War II and the Korean War, and his deep rage over his mother’s virtual abandonment of him and his younger brother.

Narrated by Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning actor Jon Hamm, American Masters – Ted Williams: “The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived” also looks at the legendary player’s impact on the game of baseball and his relevance in the almost 60 years since his retirement, highlighted by Williams’ iconic achievement — he is the last player to hit over .400, finishing the 1941 season batting .406. Former players including Baseball Hall of Famers Willie McCovey and Wade Boggs, three-time All-Star Jim Kaat, and current Cincinnati Reds first baseman and former National League MVP Joey Votto share how Williams’ philosophy, commitment to greatness and approach to hitting influenced them in the film.

“Ted Williams was a fascinating, complicated man and this film really covers all the issues he was dealing with on top of baseball,” said David Ortiz, the recently retired Boston Red Sox 10-time All-Star and executive producer for Big Papi Productions. “Mr. Williams is such a part of baseball and Boston even today. This is a great project that really looked at his whole life and I’m proud to be a part of it.”

Launched in 1986 on PBS, American Masters has earned 28 Emmy Awards — including 10 for Outstanding Non-Fiction Series and five for Outstanding Non-Fiction Special — 13 Peabodys, an Oscar, three Grammys, two Producers Guild Awards and many other honors. To further explore the lives and works of masters past and present, American Masters offers streaming video of select films, outtakes, filmmaker interviews, theAmerican Masters Podcast, educational resources and more. The series is a production of THIRTEEN PRODUCTIONS LLC for WNET and also seen on the WORLD channel.

American Masters – Ted Williams: “The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived” is an Albert M. Tapper Production in association with Nick Davis Productions, Major League Baseball, Big Papi Productions, and THIRTEEN PRODUCTIONS LLC’s American Masters for WNET. Nick Davis is director and producer. Michael Kantor and Albert M. Tapper are executive producers. David Ortiz is executive producer for Big Papi Productions. Nick Trotta is executive producer for Major League Baseball.

The film will be available on DVD and Digital Download July 24 from PBS Distribution.

Major support for American Masters is provided by AARP. Additional support provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Rosalind P. Walter, The Philip and Janice Levin Foundation, Ellen and James S. Marcus, Judith and Burton Resnick, Vital Projects Fund, Cheryl and Philip Milstein Family, the Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation and The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation and public television viewers. Support for American Masters – Ted Williams: “The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived” is provided by Harvey and Andrea Rosenthal and the Michael and Helen Schaffer Foundation.

About WNET

WNET is America’s flagship PBS station and parent company of THIRTEEN and WLIW21. WNET also operates NJTV, the statewide public media network in New Jersey. Through its broadcast channels, three cable services (THIRTEEN PBSKids, Create and World) and online streaming sites, WNET brings quality arts, education and public affairs programming to more than five million viewers each week. WNET produces and presents such acclaimed PBS series as Nature, Great Performances, American Masters, PBS NewsHour Weekend and a range of documentaries, children’s programs, and local news and cultural offerings. WNET’s groundbreaking series for children and young adults include Get the Math, Oh Noah! AndCyberchase as well as Mission US, the award-winning interactive history experience. WNET highlights the tri-state’s unique culture and diverse communities through NYC-ARTS, Theater Close-Up, NJTV News with Mary Alice Williams and MetroFocus, the daily multi-platform news magazine focusing on the New York region. In addition, WNET produces online-only programming including the award-winning series about gender identity, First Person. Through multi-platform initiatives Chasing the Dream: Poverty and Opportunity in America and Peril and Promise: The Challenge of Climate Change, WNET showcases the human stories around these issues and promising solutions. In 2015, THIRTEEN launched Passport, an online streaming service which allows members to see new and archival THIRTEEN and PBS programming anytime, anywhere: www.thirteen.org/passport.

About Major League Baseball

Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic professional sports league in the United States and consists of 30 member clubs in the U.S. and Canada, representing the highest level of professional baseball. Major League Baseball is the best-attended sport in North America, and since 2004, MLB has enjoyed its best-attended seasons in the history of the game, with each regular season eclipsing the 73 million mark. Now led by Commissioner Robert D. Manfred, Jr., MLB currently features record levels of labor peace, competitive balance and industry revenues, as well as the most comprehensive drug-testing program in American professional sports. MLB remains committed to making an impact in the communities of the U.S., Canada and throughout the world, perpetuating the sport’s larger role in society and permeating every facet of baseball’s business, marketing and community relations endeavors. With the continued success of MLB Advanced Media and MLB Network, MLB continues to find innovative ways for its fans to enjoy America’s National Pastime and a truly global game. For more information on Major League Baseball, visitwww.MLB.com.

About Albert M. Tapper Productions

Producer of the Peabody Award-winning documentary “Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy” as well as the hit documentary film, “Broadway…The Golden Age,” which played in theaters across the country, Al Tapper is a successful author, composer, lyricist, television producer and entrepreneur. Tapper has written five off-Broadway musicals. His show, “An Evening at the Carlyle,” which played at the Algonquin Theater in New York City, was chosen by United Press International as “the hit of the season.” Tapper has authored five books including “A Guy Goes Into a Bar,” and the novella “Conversations with Max.” Outside of the entertainment field, Al has made venture capital investments in financial institutions, medical and sports products.

About Big Papi Productions

Established by ten-time MLB All-Star and three-time World Series Champion David Ortiz, Big Papi Productions creates uniquely engaging content. Through a variety of projects in digital, documentary films, and scripted and unscripted television, Big Papi Productions aims to share authentic, meaningful stories, central to the company’s mission. Past work includes ESPN Films’ digital documentary “David Ortiz: The Last Walk Off,” as well as “The Big Papi Network” on go90, both of which showcase Ortiz’s signature combination of humor and dedication. Ortiz’s most recent work aired in early 2018 on the Fusion network, a division of Univision; “Big Papi Needs a Job” followed David around as he learned new jobs at the suggestion of others.

About Nick Davis Productions

Founded in 2001 by award-winning filmmaker Nick Davis, NICK DAVIS PRODUCTIONS has produced over 70 hours of award-winning television for A&E, Bravo, Lifetime, History Channel and more. Among production highlights are the acclaimed cycling documentary Blood, Sweat + Gears for the Sundance Channel, two seasons of Making News for the TV Guide Network, A&E’s New York at the Movies, hosted by Meryl Streep,Rebuilding Ground Zero for the Discovery Channel, and the Hugo-Award series Stories of the Innocence Project. Nick Davis also produced and directed the acclaimed independent feature film 1999 and Jack: The Last Kennedy Film, an Emmy Award-winning two-hour biography for CBS. Davis is the third generation of his family in the entertainment business – his father Peter Davis made the Academy Award-winning documentary Hearts and Minds, and his grandfather Herman J. Mankiewicz wrote Citizen Kane with Orson Welles.

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#SmallScreenScenes #GoTMLB #MLBPeachy #SPORTYPEACHY #WhomYouKnow WINTER IS COMING…TO MLB BALLPARKS IN 2018 HBO, MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL RENEW PARTNERSHIP TO BRING SPECIALLY CUSTOMIZED “GAME OF THRONES” EVENTS TO MLB BALLPARKS Our Coverage Sponsored by Cosmopolitan Dental, Official Dentist of Whom You Know #cosmopolitandental #loveyoursmile

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While fans eagerly await the epic eighth and final season of HBO’s Emmy® Award-winning series “Game of Thrones” in 2019, Major League Baseball and HBO announced a renewal of their partnership to bring specially customized “Game of Thrones” events, giveaways, ticket specials and experiences to participating MLB ballparks this Summer.

Beginning immediately, single-game tickets for the entire slate of announced “Game of Thrones” dates are available for purchase atMLB.com/gameofthrones.

Last summer in conjunction with the seventh season of “Game of Thrones” on HBO, the partnership engaged thousands of fans across more than 20 MLB ballparks through a variety of creative cross-promotional activations designed by the participating Clubs, HBO, MLB and MLB’s official licensees. Some of those fan-friendly specials integrating the iconic “Game of Thrones” themes known to millions included: MLB player and mascot bobbleheads, video board games, special food and drinks at concession stands, co-branded t-shirts and caps, GoT costume contests, Snapchat filters, and of course the appearance of the Iron Throne.

The Throne’s visits to ballparks provided fans a one-of-a-kind opportunity to take personal photos and share them across social media platforms (#GoTMLB) and within MLB’s Ballpark mobile application, commemorating their “Game of Thrones” experience like never before. Among the other dozens of fun Throne activations were San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy conducting his post-game press availability on the “Throne,” Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith posing in his trademark Cardinals red blazer, and Texas Rangers manager Jeff Bannister recreating his popular “Throne” bobblehead giveaway.

Details for participating Clubs and the unique experiences offered at these “Game of Thrones” summer events in 2018 will be announced at a later date.

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#MLBPeachy #WhomYouKnow @jaysonst @AlexaDatt @Stephen_Nelson @RoFlo @markdero7 @LaurenShehadi 17 consecutive hours of live Opening Day coverage begins Thursday, March 29 at 9a.m. ET Robert Flores Joins Mark DeRosa and Lauren Shehadi as New Co-Host of MLB Central; Matt Vasgersian Returns to Original MLB Network Role as Studio Host for MLB Tonight; Veteran Baseball Journalist Jayson Stark to Contribute Across MLB Network's Studio Programming; Alexa Datt and Stephen Nelson Join MLB Network as Studio Hosts

As next Thursday, March 29, will mark the first time since 1968 that every team across Major League Baseball begins their season on the same date, MLB Network will provide 17 hours of live Opening Day coverage beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET, including analysis, breakdowns and highlights of all 30 clubs.

MLB Network's regular season programming lineup will then return on Friday, March 30th, including MLB Central presented by Jeep, High Heat with Christopher Russo, The Rundown presented by Best Western Resorts and Hotels, MLB Now presented by Benjamin Moore, Intentional Talk, MLB Tonight and Quick Pitch presented by Degree, plus the first MLB Network Showcase telecast of the year presented by Chevrolet, featuring the New York Yankees at Toronto Blue Jays at 7:00 p.m. ET, called by Bob Costas, Jim Kaat and Tom Verducci. Leading up to Opening Day, MLB Tonight will air a predictions special on Wednesday, March 28th at 7:00 p.m. ET. Hosted by Matt Vasgersian with analysis from Ron Darling and Harold Reynolds, the program will break down every division and analyze which teams are primed for a Postseason run.

MLB Network will complement its Opening Week programming with extensive content across its social media platforms, including behind-the-scenes access with MLB Network personalities on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat.

MLB NETWORK OPENING DAY SCHEDULE

(all times Eastern)

-- Intentional Talk (9:00 a.m.)

-- MLB Central (10:00 a.m. )

-- High Heat with Christopher Russo (12:00 p.m.)

-- MLB Tonight (1:00 p.m.)

-- Quick Pitch (1:00 a.m. )

Robert Flores (@RoFlo), who joined MLB Network in 2016 as a host and reporter, will join Mark DeRosa (@markdero7) and Lauren Shehadi (@LaurenShehadi) as a new co-host of MLB Central beginning on Opening Day at 10:00 a.m. ET. Matt Vasgersian, who previously served as a co-host of MLB Central since its launch in 2015 and was recently named as the play-by-play announcer for ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball, will return to his original role at MLB Network as a studio host for MLB Tonight, beginning on Thursday, April 5.

Veteran baseball journalist and current senior writer for The Athletic Jayson Stark (@jaysonst) has joined MLB Network as a regular contributor appearing across MLB Network's studio programming. Stark, who made guest appearances on MLB Network's "MLB Now" during the 2017 regular season, will make his season debut on MLB Central on Friday, April 6. Before joining The Athletic, Stark spent 17 years covering baseball for ESPN, including writing columns for ESPN.com, and contributing to Baseball Tonight, SportsCenter, Outside The Lines and ESPN's Mike and Mike.

Alexa Datt (@AlexaDatt) and Stephen Nelson (@Stephen_Nelson) have joined MLB Network's lineup of on-air personalities as studio hosts appearing across MLB Network's programming. Datt most recently served as the host of MLB.com's 12:25 Live With Alexa daily program covering the latest top storylines in Major League Baseball. Prior to joining MLB.com, Datt co-hosted The Morning Run on 120Sports.com, served as the in-stadium host for New York Mets games at Citi Field, and contributed to New York Mets spring training telecasts on SportsNet New York as an on-field reporter. Nelson joins MLB Network from Bleacher Report, where he most recently served as a studio and field host covering a wide variety of sports. Before joining Bleacher Report, Nelson worked as an anchor and reporter at KEZI-TV in Eugene, Oregon, and as a studio host, color commentator and play-by-play broadcaster for the Rockford IceHogs, the American Hockey League team affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks.

Play Ball, MLB Network's weekly show geared toward kids, will return for its third season on Saturday, April 7 at 10:00 a.m. ET. MLB stars will share hitting, fielding, base-running and pitching tips in one-on-one demonstrations with MLB Network analysts, beginning with Los Angeles Dodgers NL Rookie of the Year Cody Bellinger joining MLB Network's Kevin Millar in the first episode of the season. Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto (April 14), and New York Yankees teammates Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton (April 28) will be featured in upcoming Play Ball episodes this April. Following Play Ball, MLB Network Breakdown, a weekly show featuring the best demos by MLB Network analysts, will air on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. ET.

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MLB clubs rally to support Parkland (FL) community and student body of Marjory Stoneman Douglas H.S. Clubs to wear caps of Stoneman Douglas Eagles baseball team during pregame of first Spring Training games on Friday, February 23rd; Teams also may wear caps in Friday's games

Major League Baseball today announced that all MLB Clubs will wear the caps of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Eagles baseball team during pregame (e.g., batting practice, lineups and National Anthem) of Spring Training games on Friday, February 23rd. The Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers will wear their caps on Saturday, February 24th as they are not scheduled to play on Friday. Additionally, Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred has approved the use of the caps during Friday's games as well as Saturday for the Royals and Rangers.

Commissioner Manfred said: "Major League Baseball is proud to see our Clubs supporting the Parkland community and the students of Stoneman Douglas in a way that is both meaningful and natural to our sport. The idea began with several of our Grapefruit League Clubs and quickly turned into a league-wide effort. We hope this demonstration by our teams, players, coaches and umpires helps contribute to the healing process of everyone affected by this horrible tragedy."

New Era, the Official On-Field Cap of Major League Baseball, produced the more than 2,500 caps that will be worn by all players, managers, coaches and umpires. Following the Spring Training games, Clubs may also have the caps signed and then auctioned to benefit funds related to assisting victims and families of the tragic shooting at Stoneman Douglas on February 14th. Many Clubs will be donating proceeds of the auction to the Broward Education Foundation, which established the official Stoneman Douglas Victims Fund. More information can be found at browardedfoundation.org.

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo, Oakland A's pitching prospect Jesus Luzardo and Colorado Rockies third base prospect Colton Welker are alumni of Stoneman Douglas High School.

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#PilotPeachy #MLBPeachy @Fly_Norwegian @Norwegian Introduces Fourth American Tailfin Hero: Babe Ruth -- The Great Bambino's image is affixed to the airline's 20th Boeing 787 Dreamliner --

Norwegian, the international carrier that was named Airline of the Year at the 2017 CAPA Aviation Awards, announced its fourth American tailfin hero, Babe Ruth. Ruth's likeness is adorned on the tail of Norwegian's twentieth Boeing 787 aircraft, which will take flight in a few days.

George Herman Ruth, Jr., one of the most famous American baseball players, was born in Baltimore, Maryland in 1895. At the age of seven, Ruth was sent to a Catholic reform school, and it was there that he developed a passion for baseball. Ruth was offered a spot on the Baltimore Orioles after owner Jack Dunn took notice of him in high school and signed him to the team in 1914. While playing with the Orioles, Ruth, 19, was referred to as "Jack's newest babe," by fellow players – a name by which he would be known for the remainder of his career.

"Babe Ruth is an American icon and an inspiration to many people worldwide, so when it came time to select our next American tailfin hero, it seemed fitting to pay homage to America's pastime and someone who is known for never giving up," said Thomas Ramdahl, Norwegian's Chief Commercial Officer. "Like Babe Ruth, Norwegian is persistent and has received many accolades. Over the last few years, we've been tenacious in our pursuit to bring more affordable flights to the United States and fulfill our mission to allow everyone to fly affordably."

Since its founding, Norwegian has celebrated iconic and historical figures on the tails of its aircraft. Each of these people share Norwegian's spirit of pushing boundaries, inspiring others and challenging the status quo. Previously announced American tailfin heroes include Clara Barton, Sojourner Truth and Benjamin Franklin. The airline recently took delivery of the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner featuring Babe Ruth, the twelfth aircraft of its type in Norwegian's ever-growing fleet. The airline now offers 64 routes from the U.S; 58 of which are transatlantic routes from 15 U.S. airports to Denmark, France, Ireland, Norway, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom and six routes to the French Caribbean.

About Norwegian 

Norwegian is the world's sixth largest low-cost airline and carried 30 million passengers in 2016. The airline operates more than 500 routes to more than 150 destinations in Europe, North Africa, Middle East, Thailand, Caribbean and the U.S. Norwegian has a fleet of more than 130 aircraft, with an average age of 3.6 years, making it one of the world's youngest fleets. Norwegian was named the Most Fuel-Efficient Airline on Transatlantic Routes by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). Norwegian was named the World's Best Low-Cost Long-Haul Airline by the renowned SkyTrax World Airline Awards in 2015 and 2016, and for the fourth consecutive year, named Europe's Best Low-Cost Airline. Norwegian employs 6,000 people. The airline offers 50 nonstop routes from the U.S. to London, Paris, Scandinavia and the Caribbean. Follow @Fly_Norwegian on Twitter, join the discussion on Facebook and keep up with our adventures on Instagram. For more information on Norwegian and its network, visit norwegian.com.

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MLB Peachy: Major League Baseball to donate $1 million to support relief and recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and Mexico Fans Are Encouraged to Contribute to Both Causes at YouCaring.com/MLBSupports

Major League Baseball announced a $1 million contribution to assist communities impacted by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the earthquake in Mexico. MLB's contribution is being directed to immediate relief and long-term rebuilding efforts through a variety of organizations, including Habitat for Humanity, Project C.U.R.E., The U.S. Fund for UNICEF and more nonprofits to be named later.

Additionally, MLB will fund travel for physicians and other medical personnel as part of a special effort to provide direct medical assistance to affected communities.

Baseball Commissioner Robert D. Manfred, Jr. said: "These devastating natural disasters have deeply affected the Baseball Family. Players from Puerto Rico and Mexico are an important part of the past, present and future of our game. We hope that our contribution will aid immediate and ongoing efforts during this critical time and the long-term recovery for the people of Puerto Rico and Mexico."

Today's contribution represents an ongoing commitment by Major League Baseball to provide support for victims of natural disasters. More than $10 million has been raised through direct League and Club donations as well as fundraising pages to assist individuals and communities affected by recent storms, particularly Hurricanes Harvey and Irma in the United States and Caribbean.

MLB encourages its fans to join the relief and recovery efforts by visiting YouCaring.com/MLBSupports to donate today.

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MLB Peachy: Commissioner's Statement Regarding Gene Michael

Baseball Commissioner Robert D. Manfred, Jr. issued the following statement regarding the death of longtime New York Yankees executive Gene Michael, who was 79:

"I was saddened to learn of the passing of Gene Michael, a baseball man to his core and an important part of the New York Yankees for decades. 'Stick' was vital to the franchise's renaissance in the '90s, balancing his incredible scouting intuition with analytical thinking that is prevalent throughout the game today. In many different capacities, Gene played a pivotal role in shaping great baseball careers on and off the field. We appreciate his many contributions to the National Pastime.

"On behalf of all of Major League Baseball, I extend my deepest condolences to Gene's wife Joette, their family and the entire Yankee organization."

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First ever baseball-themed television series in China draws big television and digital audience "Boyhood" tv series surpasses 5 billion video views, wins primetime time slot on television in China

"Boyhood," the first ever baseball-themed television series in China, reached a large audience of viewers in China across television and digital platforms. The series, which was produced in cooperation with Major League Baseball, generated more than 5 billion video views, 3.1 billion social media impressions in China (@Weibo), and won its time period on television during the golden time window, China's primetime (7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.).

The 40-episode series starred the TFBoys, a popular Chinese boy band, as baseball players trying to turn around the performance of a losing team. The series aired on Hunan Satellite TV, China's top satellite television station, and was available on digital platforms Tencent Video and iQiyi Video. "Boyhood" ranked as the number one topic on @Weibo for the month of July, the first time that has occurred for a baseball topic in China.

The baseball scenes for "Boyhood" were filmed at the MLB Development Center in Nanjing, China. Seventeen players from the MLB Development Center made guest appearances in the series, including three who have signed Minor League contracts with MLB Clubs: "Itchy" Xu Guiyan (Baltimore Orioles), Hai-Cheng Gong (Pittsburgh Pirates) and Justin Qiangbarenzeng (Boston Red Sox).

"The huge audience tuning into this year's 'Boyhood' series is the latest indication that baseball is finding its own distinctive way forward in communities around the world," said Chris Park, MLB Executive Vice President, Global Marketing and Partnerships. "We are delighted to see the MLB Development Centers serve and inspire great Chinese storytelling, even as the Centers continue to lay the foundation for the first full generation of Major League Chinese talent."

MLBI has opened three MLB Development Centers in China in Wuxi, Changzhou and Nanjing. The Centers provide world-class facilities for talented Chinese student athletes in grades 7-12, combining a mainstream school curriculum with baseball skills development.

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MLB and MLBPA announce the creation of "Players Weekend" Major Leaguers to let their personalities shine while paying tribute to people and causes important in their lives

Major Leaguers will let their personalities and passions shine during Players Weekend, a newly created event taking place during all MLB games scheduled between August 25th-27th, it was announced today by Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association.

Players Weekend is a player-focused event that will include the players wearing colorful, non-traditional uniforms featuring alternate designs inspired by youth league uniforms. Players will have the opportunity to have a nickname placed on the back of the jerseys made by Majestic Athletic, as well as to wear and use uniquely colored and designed spikes, batting gloves, wristbands, compression sleeves, catcher's masks, and bats.

During Players Weekend, the players will also be wearing specially designed caps by New Era, and socks from Stance. In addition, players will have the option of wearing t-shirts highlighting a charity or cause of their choice during pregame workouts and postgame interviews.

Several Major Leaguers will serve as Players Weekend Ambassadors by taking an active role in promoting the event, including: Yonder Alonso (Seattle Mariners), Javier Báez (Chicago Cubs), José Bautista (Toronto Blue Jays), Nelson Cruz (Seattle Mariners), Ender Inciarte (Atlanta Braves), Francisco Lindor (Cleveland Indians), Manny Machado (Baltimore Orioles), Anthony Rizzo (Chicago Cubs), CC Sabathia (New York Yankees), Christian Yelich (Miami Marlins) and Chris B. Young (Boston Red Sox). The players will support the event by posting to social media using #PlayersWeekend. 

Additionally, during Players Weekend, the right sleeve of each player's jersey will feature a patch with a blank space for him to write the name of a person or organization that was instrumental to his development. The patch features a new logo that shows a progression of five players increasing in size to demonstrate the process of a player's path from Little League and youth leagues to Major League Baseball. The new "Evolution" logo, which symbolizes solidarity with local youth baseball and softball organizations, will also appear on the back of each Club's cap and jerseys in place of the MLB silhouetted batter.

"The journey from youth leagues to Major League Baseball is one that players don't take alone," said Baseball Commissioner Robert D. Manfred, Jr. "Major League players have been supported by family members, coaches, and organizations that helped them develop their unique skills and overcome challenges to reach the highest level of the sport. These games will allow the players to thank those who were important in their lives while showcasing their personality in a fun way that fits baseball's community-driven focus."

"Players are increasingly interested in finding unique ways to connect with their fans by allowing them to see more of their personalities and interests," stated MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark. "The collective desire to express their diverse interests and backgrounds is what motivated Players to advocate for the creation of Players Weekend. This will be an exciting and unique opportunity for the Players to literally wear their passions on their sleeves, and equipment, too, as they embrace this chance to let their true identities shine."

Game-worn, Players Weekend jerseys will be auctioned at MLB.com/auctions with 100% of net proceeds donated to the MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation, a joint effort established in July 2015 by MLB and the MLBPA with an initial commitment of $30 million focused on improving the caliber, effectiveness and availability of amateur baseball and softball programs across the United States and Canada.

The special features of the Players Weekend games will also be adopted by the Pittsburgh Pirates and the St. Louis Cardinals during the MLB Little League Classic to be played in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, August 20th during the 2017 Little League World Series. The game, which will celebrate youth baseball, will be played in front of a crowd of primarily Little League players and their families at a renovated, historic Bowman Field. Earlier in the day, Major League players will attend Little League World Series games and cheer on these youngsters as a demonstration of the players' passion and commitment to helping grow the game at the youth level. The MLB Little League Classic will air nationally on ESPN's "Sunday Night Baseball" and ESPN Radio at 7:00 p.m. Easter

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MLB to host free 1-day umpire camp in Louisville on Saturday, July 29th

Major League Baseball will host a free, one-day umpire camp at Louisville Slugger Field, home of the Louisville Bats, the Triple-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, on Saturday, July 29th. Staff for the event will include many accomplished former MLB Umpires, current MLB Supervisors and Observers, as well as Minor League Baseball Umpires. Among those participating from the MLB Umpiring Department will be Cris Jones, Chuck Meriwether, Ed Rapuano, Charlie Reliford, Rich Rieker and Larry Young.

This is MLB's third free, one-day umpire camp of 2017 for anyone interested in umpiring in baseball and softball, including those aiming to begin professional careers. The 2017 Umpire Camps will culminate with the MLBUC Professional Mini-Camp in Ft. Myers, Florida in December.

Location 

Date & Time

Louisville Slugger Field

401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202 

Saturday, July 29, 2017 (rain or shine)

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.)

Twenty-seven attendees from last year's clinics went on to the MLB Professional Mini-Camp at no cost. Eight of the Ft. Myers attendees in 2016 advanced on MLB scholarships to the two professional umpire schools this past January, and five will begin their professional careers in June. Carlos Torres, who debuted in 2015, became a full-time Major League umpire this season, the first for a product of the MLBUC.

For more information on how to participate in this camp and future MLB Umpire Camps, interested applicants can visit https://www.facebook.com/mlb.camps or email mlbumpirecamps@mlb.com.

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