After 32 years, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series. For more than three decades, Dodgers fans all across the country have been waiting to see their beloved southern California team take the gold. With many celebrations come many frustrations on the opposing side. Among one of the happy fans was lifelong Dodgers fan, Cassandra Gonzales. Gonzales, a child development major and a junior at Cal Poly Pomona, has long waited for the moment to see the boys in blue hold up the commissioner's trophy. Gonzales stated, "I have wanted to see the Dodgers win the World Series for years now! It's the first time I get to see my team hold up the trophy and I hope that they will do it … [Read more...] about Students react to Dodgers’ victory
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Baseball stands the test of time
Baseball has been the American pastime since the MLB's establishment in 1869. While baseball is still viewed in living rooms all over the world, it has been overshadowed by other sports in recent years. Although baseball has had its ups and downs over the years with steroid scandals and a strike that nearly ended the future of the game, baseball has managed to stay on top, and baseball fans wouldn’t want it any other way. If you were to ask people who are not baseball fans, whether they feel that baseball is dead or not, they will not hesitate to tell you that the answer is “it absolutely has.” Baseball fans, however, would tell you that people who say baseball is a dying sport are … [Read more...] about Baseball stands the test of time
Major League Baseball is officially back
The 2018 MLB season may have started on March 29, the earliest Opening Day in MLB history, but nearly two weeks later, some of the teams were still hosting their own home openers. Of the 30 teams, 13 started at home on March 29, while two other home teams were delayed a day due to inclement weather. The other teams who started the season away from their home fields had their home openers spread throughout the first two weeks of April, with the last home opener going to the Cubs on April 9. Each team had new ways to celebrate the 2018 season, with the most popular being changes or additions to their in-stadium food selection. Other teams also upgraded their scoreboards in one way or … [Read more...] about Major League Baseball is officially back
October is For Baseball
October has finally arrived, and while most people are excited for fall festivities and haunted hayrides, the forgotten gem of the month is the baseball postseason. For the casual baseball fan, this is the time of year to turn on some games and see those special moments. Last year's playoffs featured one of the most memorable outcomes in recent history that was full of unforgettable plays and moments. Ultimately, the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Indians made it to the World Series, two teams that hadn’t won a title in 108 years and 68 years, respectively. Last year’s World Series was a thrilling seven-game series that featured the Cubs coming back from being down by three runs to take … [Read more...] about October is For Baseball
Catching up with the pros: Wells & Ouellette
By Lauren Jennings |Sports Editor| Coyote baseball players Tyler Wells and Will Ouellette both signed with professional baseball teams this June. Wells was drafted by the Minnesota Twins and was assigned to the Elizabethton Twins, the rookie affiliate based out of Elizabethton, Tenn. Wells has been one of the Twins starting pitchers, continuing the role he had with the Coyotes. "The atmosphere is very different [from college]," said Wells. "You're surrounded by guys that are just as good, if not better." Ouellette was signed on as a pitcher by the Toronto Blue Jays as a free agent. "I love the fact that this is my job now," said Ouellette. "I don't have to worry about … [Read more...] about Catching up with the pros: Wells & Ouellette
Coyote baseball goes pro
By Kaila Morales |Staff Writer| For the first time since 2012, CSUSB has not one but two Coyote baseball players sign a deal with a Major League Baseball team. Right-handed ace Tyler Wells received the news that he was selected in the 15th round by the Minnesota Twins during the 2016 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft on June 11. “It’s a pretty surreal feeling," stated Wells. "It's a feeling you can’t explain. When you’ve worked so hard for something, you feel so rewarded and accomplished." “I was actually on the phone with the Twins when I was chosen, the timing was perfect,” added Wells. Wells connected with the Twins prior to the draft when he joined the team for … [Read more...] about Coyote baseball goes pro
Wells earns multiple honors in 2016
By Kaila Morales |Staff Writer| Coyote right-handed pitcher Tyler Wells was selected for the All-CCAA (California Collegiate Athletic Association) first team, which took place during the CCAA tournament banquet. Wells joined a team of 16 others to make up the All-CCAA first team and 16 members of the All-CCAA second team for a total of 33 and was the only Coyote representing CSUSB. Wells finished the season, tied for first for most strikeouts in the CCAA with a total of 89 and he was able to led CSUSB to the CCAA Tournament for the first time in four seasons. Wells was also honored by the Division II Conference Commissioners Association, earning a spot on the All-West Region’s … [Read more...] about Wells earns multiple honors in 2016
Cardinals top prospect dies in car crash
By Javier Rodriguez |Staff Writer| St. Louis Cardinals Outfielder Oscar Taveras and his girlfriend Edilia Arvelo, died in a fatal car crash on Oct. 26 in the Dominican Republic. Taveras was 22-years-old, happy and living the dream with Arvelo. There are rumors of the couple having a newborn baby, according to an online article by Player Wives. Although the rumors have not been confirmed from any of the family members or media conglomerates, the car crash that took their lives is completely devastating. Taveras’ teammate Kolten Wong went on Twitter moments after his teammates death, “Wow! My heart truly hurts to hear the passing of Oscar! I’ve played with him every year and we … [Read more...] about Cardinals top prospect dies in car crash
Major controversy follows Dodgers’ player
By Elizabeth Piraino |Staff Writer| Yasiel Puig, Los Angeles Dodger's outfielder, has all the makings of a blockbuster motion picture: star athlete, rescuer, escapee, and is currently battling a $12 million lawsuit. Puig has successfully defected from Cuba after four failed attempts. The 22-year old has already led an extraordinary life but unfortunately Puig is not willing to share his story. Jesse Katz, in his Los Angeles Magazine article, “Escape from Cuba: Yasiel Puig’s Untold Journey to the Dodgers,” writes that “Puig has never publicly discussed his odyssey to the big leagues or even much of his life before that.” The Dodgers signed Puig to a seven-year contract … [Read more...] about Major controversy follows Dodgers’ player
New trend shocking major leagues
By Luis Petty |Staff Writer| National Basketball Association player Erik Swoope will be entering his name in the National Football League draft this May, according to USA Today. Many professional athletes attempt to make the jump to another sport, however a majority of these athletes fail to find success in their new sport. Regardless of the sport athletes play, they must have natural talent and show it during their careers. In past decades only three professional athletes have become successful in more than one professional sport. Deion Sanders, Bo Jackson, and Jim Thorpe have success in a multitude of sports, according to NBA correspondent John … [Read more...] about New trend shocking major leagues