Rayl named an Indians top prospect by “Baseball America”
January 28th, 2012
LHP Mike Rayl was recently ranked the 17th best prospect in the Cleveland Indians organization by Baseball America. Additionally, the esteemed baseball publication also declared that Mike has the best control of any pitcher in the club’s Minor League organization.
Mike was originally drafted by the Washington Nationals in the 41st round of the 2008 MLB First-Year Player Draft, and drafted again in 2009 in the 15th round by the Indians. He was one of the top JUCO pitchers in the country while starring for Palm Beach (FL) Community College.
Mike finished his Rookie League year in 2009 with a 3.74 ERA in 10 G, while racking up 41 SO in 34 IP and only 10 BB. In 2010, he pitched at both the Short-season and Low A levels and had a combined 3.18 ERA. In 2011, Mike once again dominated at the Low A level, going 5-5, 2.83 ERA, 84 SO, 13 BB in 83 IP. For his efforts, Mike was named to the Mid-Season All-Star Team. Subsequently, he was promoted to the High-A club, where he finished out the remainder of the season.
We are looking forward to a huge 2012 season from Mike!!
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November 27th, 2011
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TIFFANY BROOKS MAKES PRO BASEBALL HISTORY
July 7th, 2011
TIFFANY BROOKS MAKES PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL HISTORY
(FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 7, 2011) With her participation in the Arizona Summer League set to begin July 12, 2011 in Yuma, AZ, TIFFANY BROOKS will become the first female professional baseball player in history to participate in the California Winter, Arizona Winter and Arizona Summer professional baseball leagues.
Tiffany is a 6’2”, 195 lb. RHP/1B from Spokane, WA who has transcended professional baseball and helped pave the way for women to competitively participate in America’s favorite pastime.
Tiffany has been featured in film (“Throw Like A Girl”) and literature (“The Bus Leagues Experience”), and has numerous accolades on her baseball resume, most notably:
• First female to play in 100-year history of Dutch Men’s Baseball League (2007)
• 2-time Silver Medalist in the Phoenix Cup Women’s International Baseball Tournament (2008 & 2009)
• Only female to participate in the NABA Men’s World Series (2009)
• First female on Hollywood Legends Barnstorming Baseball Club (team comprised of ex-MLB players including Bill Madlock, Darrell Evans & Bill Lee, 2010)
• First female to play in American men’s professional baseball league in 21st Century (2010)
The Arizona Summer League is 4-team professional league playing a 16-game schedule, plus playoffs and a championship scheduled for August 1, 2011. A modified “Spring Training” will begin on July 9, 2011, and the regular season will commence on July 12.
Tiffany is sponsored by Akadema Professional, 3n2 Sports, Jaeger Sports & 90 MPH Club.com.
For more information or interview requests:
Nello P. Gamberdino II
773.294.5532
ngamberdino@yahoo.com
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NPG Sports welcomes RYAN COPELAND, Cardinals organization
March 11th, 2011
We are pleased to welcome our newest client, RYAN COPELAND, St. Louis Cardinals organization, to the NPG Sports family!
Ryan was drafted by the Cardinals in the 2010 MLB Amateur Draft out of Illinois State University. He was assigned to their Rookie team in the Appalachian League and simply dominated his opponents. He finished with a record of 7-0, 48 SO, 7 BB, OPP AVG of .202, and an ERA of 1.86. For his efforts, Ryan was named to the Post-Season All-Star Team, and was named league Pitcher of the Year.
We are looking forward to seeing what Ryan does for an encore in 2011!
Cartwright protected by Astros
November 20th, 2010
The Houston Astros have protected Albert Cartwright, 2B, from the Minor League phase of the 2010 Rule 5 Draft by adding him to the Triple-A team. By doing so, the Astros are assured that no other MLB team will be able to draft him.
In 2010, Albert destroyed pitching in High Class-A, hitting .319, 10 HR, 48 RBI, 113 H, 26 2b, 13 3b, 72 R, and 24 SB. He was promoted to Double-A to finish out the season, where his stellar defense and speed were put on display.
Albert, a native of the Bahamas, was originally drafted in the 36th round of the 2007 First-Year MLB Draft by the Astros out of Polk State CC.
Walker signs Minor League deal with Astros
November 20th, 2010
LHP Edwin Walker agreed to terms and signed a Minor League contract with the Houston Astros. Edwin split the 2010 season at both the Astros’ High Class A and Double-A teams, posting a combined record of 4-2,4.00 ERA, 72 IP, 71 SO, 38 BB, OPP AVG .241
Edwin was originally drafted in the 9th round of the 2002 MLB Draft by the Milwaukee Brewers out of Highlands (TX) High School. He spent three (3) seasons in the Brewers organization, before injuries caught up with him. He spent four seasons playing in the independent leagues, as well as parts of two seasons in the New York Yankees organization before signing with the Astros for the 2010 season.
Edwin is expected to break 2011 Spring Training with the club’s Double-A team, with the strong possibility of being placed on the Triple-A club.
LaPensee signs with Arizona Diamondbacks
November 11th, 2010
Congratulations to client RYAN LAPENSEE, OF, on signing a Minor League contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks!
Ryan holds several single-season and career baseball records at Wayne State University. He hit .424 his senior year, and finished his collegiate career with a batting average of .401. He was named 1st Team All-Region in 2010, and is the only player in school history to hit over .400 in three college seasons.
Most recently, Ryan starred in the Intercounty Baseball League (Canada), where he hit .333 and was named a 2nd Team All-Star.
http://wsuathletics.com/news/2010/11/12/BB_1112100122.aspx
Video story on client Hamilton Bennett, LHP, Mets organization
October 19th, 2010
This video was produced by Thirteen WNET: Hamilton Bennett, LHP, New York Mets organization
NPG Sports inks new client HAMILTON BENNETT, Mets organization
October 19th, 2010
NPG Sports is pleased to announce the signing of its second client from Tennessee Wesleyan College – Hamilton Bennett, LHP, New York Mets organization.
Hamilton was drafted by the Mets in the 29th round of the 2010 MLB Draft. He finished this season with the club’s Short-Season squad, and had a record of 2-2, with an ERA of 3.49. In 28.1 IP, he struck out 24 and walked only 9.
NPG Sports welcomes new client FREDDY LEWIS, Yankees organization!
October 19th, 2010
NPG Sports is pleased to announce the signing of its latest client, Freddy Lewis, LHP, New York Yankees organization.
Freddy was drafted by the Yankees in the 47th round of the 2010 MLB Draft out of Tennessee Wesleyan College. He played for both the Rookie League team and the Short-Season club, where he went a combined 1-1, with an ERA of 2.30 in 15.2 IP. He added 18 SO and 16 BB. Opponents hit just .231 against Freddy, and he consistently flashed a 94-95 mph fastball.
