Former MLB Pitcher Jim Abbott to be Keynote Speaker at University of Michigan Graduation Event Apr 29

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ANN ARBOR, MI – Former MLB pitcher Jim Abbott will serve as keynote speaker at the Student-Athlete Graduation Celebration at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI on Friday, April 29, 2016. Abbott is scheduled to throw out the first pitch before a game with Michigan State University, followed by his speaking engagement later that evening at the Student-Athlete Graduation. Source: Mgoblue.com ... Read More

Former MLB Star Pete Rose Appearance and Autograph Signing at Frontier Field July 21

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ROCHESTER NY, Former MLB Hit King Pete Rose will make an appearance and sign autographs at the Rochester Red Wings vs. Syracuse Chiefs minor league game on July 21, 2016 at Frontier Field in Rochester, NY. Source: Democrat & Chronicle ... Read More

MLB Stars John Smoltz and Tom Glavine Play Golf For Charity at 2016 Novelis Celebrity Challenge

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DULUTH, GA – Former Atlanta Braves pitchers John Smoltz and Tom Glavine competed for charity in a round of golf along with Super Bowl champ, Kevin Butler in the Novelis Celebrity Challenge at the PGA Tour Champions Tour on Saturday, April 16, 2016. The event, which benefited Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, was part of the 2016 Mitsubishi Electric Classic and was held in partnership with the Greater Gwinnett Championship. The PGA Tour Champions Tour event, sponsored by Novelis, was hosted by TPC Sugarloaf in Duluth, GA. Source: Examiner.com ... Read More

Baseball Legend Pete Rose Scheduled For Appearance at Rip Rap Roadhouse Grand Opening VIP Lunch April 16

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DAYTON, OH – Baseball legend Pete Rose will visit Dayton, Ohio on Saturday, April 16, 2016 and will appear at the Grand Opening VIP Lunch of the Rip Rap Roadhouse restaurant and bar. The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to noon at the Rip Rap Roadhouse, 6024 Rip Rap Road, Dayton, OH 45424. Source: Dayton Daily News ... Read More

Two-Time World Series Champion Ken Griffey Sr. to be Guest Speaker at 5th Annual Sports Social April 1

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BROOKVILLE, IN – Retired Cincinnati Reds Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Sr. will be the guest Speaker at the 5th Annual Sports Social on Friday, April 1, 2016. The event is being sponsored by East Central Athletic Department and will be held at the St. Leon American Legion Post 464, 28866 Post 464 Rd, in Brookville, IN. Source: East Central Trojans. ... Read More

Former Baseball Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt Speaks at Melanoma Foundation Luncheon Event

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PALM BEACH, FL – Former MLB Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt was a speaker at the annual luncheon hosted by the Richard David Kann Melanoma Foundation. The event was held at The Breakers Resort in Palm Beach, FL on Monday, Feb 8, 2016. Source: Palm Beach Daily News. ... Read More

Former Yankees Pitcher Andy Pettitte to Sign Autographs April 13th For Steiner Sports

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POMPTON PLAINS, NJ – Former Yankees pitcher, Andy Pettitte is scheduled to appear on Wednesday April 13, 2016 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm to meet and greet fans for Steiner Sports. The World Series champ and three-time All-Star will sign autographs and memorabilia at All Star Collectibles, located at 500 Rt 23 North Suite 3 in Pompton Plains, NJ 07444. For more information, click here. ... Read More

Rollie Fingers to be Honored at 21st Annual Rickwood Classic

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On Wednesday June 1 the 21st Annual Rickwood Classic will honor baseball Hall of Famers former (Oakland)  A’s pitcher Rollie Fingers as special guest. The game will pit the Birmingham Barons against defending Southern League Champion Chattanooga Lookouts, Double-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. Source: al.com
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Former MLB Relief Pitcher Jim Morris (The Rookie) Named Guest Speaker at ETvarsity Best Preps Banquet

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LONGVIEW, TX. — Former MLB relief pitcher, Jim Morris, AKA: “The Rookie”, will be the guest speaker on June 14 at the second annual ETvarsity Best Preps Banquet. The event will be held at the Maude Cobb Convention an Activity Center in Longview, Texas. will honor more than 250 high school athletes and coaches at an awards ceremony that will culminate with the naming of the top overall male and female athlete, Coach of the Year and most outstanding athlete from each sport. The event is open to the public. Tickets will go on sale in May. Source: News Journal.

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Former Red Sox Pitcher Bill "The Spaceman" Lee will Speak Jan. 28th at the Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Fame Banquet

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Former Boston Red Sox pitching great Bill “The Spaceman” Lee will speak Jan. 28h at the Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Fame banquet. “Spaceman” first came to Western Mass. in April of 1969, when he was assigned to the Pittsfield Red Sox, then Boston’s affiliate in the Class AA Eastern League. He was 22 years old, in his second pro season after signing with the Red Sox out of the University of Southern California. Over 10 starts for the Pittsox, he went 6-2, then was promoted to the big leagues in June, there to remain for 14 seasons.
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