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Three HBCU players drafted into the MLB
Two Alabama State players and one Florida A&M player were selected out of HBCU baseball programs in the 2025 MLB Draft .
HBCU Baseball Stars Drafted In 2025 MLB Draft
The 2025 MLB Draft marked a significant milestone for HBCU baseball, as four exceptional players from Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) programs were selected last night. It serves as a ...
FAMU baseball star Jay Campbell wins HBCU Swingman Classic MVP; first Rattler to do so
FAMU baseball rising sophomore and Tallahassee native Jay Campbell is the first Rattler to win the HBCU Swingman Classic’s ...
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Atlanta was the brightest star during the 2025 MLB All-Star Week
Atlanta Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. shines at the 95th MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park. HBCU players shine at the HBCU Swingman ...
MLB’s HBCU Swingman Classic provides chance for player exposure, personal development
Exposure is key, and 50 players across 17 HBCU baseball programs will have the chance to make an impression Friday night in ...
San Francisco Giants pick FAMU catcher in MLB Draft
Florida A&M University catcher Broedy Poppell is officially headed to the pros. On Monday, July 14, the San Francisco Giants ...
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Can Ken Griffey Jr. and the HBCU Classic bring Black players back to baseball?
The HBCU Swingman Classic in Atlanta brought out Hall of Famers, comedians, and fans for an afternoon celebrating the sport ...
MLB All-Star Game: Henry Aaron Honored With Recreation of 715th Homer
MLB legend Henry Aaron was honored with the recreation of record-breaking 715th career home run at the All-Star Game.
Alabama State Baseball Turns Heads With One-of-a-Kind Hornets Nest Vibe (Exclusive)
Wheeler was a multi-sport athlete at Alabama State. He earned the nickname of “Hot Dog” for his athletic abilities. He was ...