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Israel blanks Nicaragua behind dominant pitching for key World Baseball Classic win

Dean Kremer took charge on the mound, while Noah Mendlinger powered the offense in Israel’s 5-0 victory over Nicaragua in a World Baseball Classic result that clinched Israel's 2029 WBC position.

DEAN KREMER took charge on the mound, while Noah Mendlinger powered the offense in Israel’s 5-0 victory over Nicaragua in a World Baseball Classic result that clinched the blue-and-white’s berth in the 2029 tournament.
Team Israel's veteran MLB pitcher Robert Stock dominated Marlins hitters with a 97 MPH fastball.

Team Israel sharp in tune-up wins as Ausmus eyes WBC statement in Miami

 Apr 17, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets center fielder Harrison Bader (44) reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at Citi Field.

Harrison Bader, Dean Kremer headline as Team Israel announces World Baseball Classic lineup

Alex Bregman meets the media during his first press conference after signing with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on January 15, 2026.

Alex Bregman, who drew a Jewish star on his cap after October 7, inks $175M deal with the Cubs


Elie Kligman, MLB prospect, won't play baseball on Shabbat

Speaking to Chabad, Kligman highlighted his connection to Judaism and noted that he has never played on Shabbat, and prays three times a day.

Elie Kligman.

Legendary slugger Hank Aaron dies at age 86

"We are heartbroken and thinking of his wife Billye and their children Gaile, Hank Jr., Lary, Dorinda and Ceci and his grandchildren."

Scenes from the Hank Aaron statue and the Atlanta Braves Monument Garden at Truist Park home of the Atlanta Braves.

MLB gives 1920-1948 Negro Leagues 'Major League' status

MLB said it was working with the Elias Sports Bureau to review the move's "ramifications on statistics and records."

Dave Winfield (C), Executive Vice President/Senior Advisor of the San Diego Padres, shares a moment with former players from the Negro Leagues during a pre-game ceremony before the San Diego Padres hosted the Toronto Blue Jays for an interleague Major League Baseball game in San Diego, California Ma

Magnificent MLB debut by Dean Kremer

First Israeli by birth to reach majors stymies Yankees for win • Pitcher hopes to inspire blue-and-white youth

Baltimore Orioles Israeli pitcher Dean Kremer

Israel’s Kremer dominates Yankees in debut as pitcher for Orioles

Orioles pitcher, 24, becomes first blue-and-white draftee to reach baseball’s highest level.

DEAN KREMER

Max Fried idolizes Sandy Koufax — and this year he’s pitching like him

“The more success I had growing up, the more I heard about Sandy Koufax in the Jewish community,” he said.

Max Fried pitches in a game for the Atlanta Braves against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Aug. 9, 2020

Fauci baseball card sets all-time high for sales at Topps website

More than 51,500 Faucis were sold when the card hit the site last week, setting an all-time high for a print run on the site, the company said Monday.

Jul 23, 2020; Washington, DC, USA; National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases director Dr. Anthony Fauci throws out the ceremonial first pitch before MLB Opening Day between the New York Yankees and the Washington Nationals at Nationals

Pending COVID-19 test results, Yankees, Phillies set to start series

It is even possible the teams could play a doubleheader Tuesday, but the more likely scenario is a single game Tuesday followed by a doubleheader in the Bronx on Wednesday or Thursday.

New York Yankees at Washington Nationals.

Giants' Jewish manager Kapler becomes first coach to kneel during anthem

According to multiple media reports, other Giants who took a knee were outfielders Austin Slater, Jaylin Davis and Mike Yastrzemski as well as first base coach Antoan Richardson.

 San Francisco, California, United States; San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler (19) walks to the bullpen during a Spring Training workout at Oracle Park.

Jewish ex-baseball player offers to teach athletes about antisemitism

Kevin Youkilis has long been famous for his Jewish heritage.

Red Sox third baseman Kevin Youkilis fields a ground ball during their MLB Grapefruit League baseball game in Dunedin