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Sizeman21 · 02-13-2018, 10:39 PM

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Star Third Baseman's Son Starts at Exclusive School: Today was a big day for Theodore House, son of the Ladue Ducks right- hander, Luke House. It was his first day of kindergarten at the touted Ladue private academy, Winthrop Acres.

Theodore passed multiple aptitude exams in order to be accepted into the school, which has only 400 children over all 13 grades.

"Today is such a special moment for Theo and I am just so proud," said House. "When I became a parent I never imagined the love and joy that he could bring me and I'm just so delighted to see Theo go to a school that can cultivate his academic desires."

This experience, coupled with the House family's recent purchase of a luxury penthouse, show just how committed a third baseman the Ducks have in Luke House.

League Suspends Myers 4 Games: The Tamarac Unforgiven were not very happy with the home plate umpire in today's loss to New Charleroi at Spring Ballpark. One in particular -- Steve Myers. Upon being called out on strikes, the Unforgiven catcher gave the ump quite an earful. For that, the man in blue gave him the thumb and sent him to an early shower.

But the disgruntled Myers lingered on the field for another five minutes, berating the umpire. Finally his manager got him off the field and into the clubhouse.

But it got worse after the game, when Myers told reporters, "He was blind today. They played 'Three Blind Mice' for him. If he doesn't know the words to the song, I'm sure we can get it in Braille, so he can follow along."

For his escapades and after-the-game oration, the league office suspended Myers for 4 games.

Danny Buza Will Miss 4 Weeks: Clayton fans will be disappointed to learn that Danny Buza suffered a strained back muscle while throwing a pitch in today's game. After the doctor informed the Clayton Crows manager that Buza was expected to miss 4 weeks, the manager told the press that the rest of the team would have to step up their play until the reliever could return. "You can't make excuses in baseball, because there's always a game tomorrow," said the team's skipper.

Latest Injury Report on Hayden: Sam Hayden expressed disappointment but also relief after finding out he would be out 7 months with a broken bone in the elbow he suffered on 03/06/2157. Speaking to a reporter at the team's clubhouse, Hayden, the Emmaus right fielder said, "I'd rather know than not know. I'll just take it one day at a time."

Latest Injury News for Eggen: A blow for Josh Eggen today -- team doctors were able to determine the full extent of his recent injury. He will miss 7 months with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament. Eggen suffered the injury on 03/07/2157. The team will likely place Eggen on the disabled list today.

Handley to Miss 4 Months: Ryan Handley expressed disappointment but also relief after finding out he would be out 4 months with a torn triceps he suffered on 03/19/2157. Speaking to a reporter at the team's clubhouse, Handley, the New Charleroi starting pitcher said, "I'd rather know than not know. I'll just take it one day at a time."

Bernard Out 5 Months: A blow for Nick Bernard today -- team doctors were able to determine the full extent of his recent injury. He will miss 5 months with a torn rotator cuff. Bernard suffered the injury on 03/22/2157. The team will likely place Bernard on the disabled list today.

Leyden Owner Berkshire Passes Away, Son Replaces Him: Despondent and forlorn are the streets of Leyden today. The Leyden Seals baseball team has lost its leader, owner Mike Berkshire. He died suddenly yesterday, while on vacation. Club officials briefed the press today on the situation and released funeral plans. Services will be held day after tomorrow in Leyden. As far as who will take over for Berkshire, the Leyden Seals spokesman indicated it would be dealt with in the near future, but he had no word on who the successor would be. Press speculation is that Berkshire's son, Zach, would be his replacement as owner. The younger Berkshire was characterized by sources high up in the Leyden Seals hierarchy as economizer when it comes to money and tolerant when it comes to management.

Licastro Out of Commission 5-6 Months: The New Charleroi Vipers have made it official: Ryan Licastro is headed to the disabled list. The 20-year-old starting pitcher has been out since 03/24/2157 with a torn rotator cuff. He is expected to miss 5-6 months.

East Winslow Loses Hanson for Season: Dave Hanson, the East Winslow reliever, was less than thrilled to learn that his recent injury would keep him out of the rest of the season and any postseason action.

"The playoffs?" he said. "Are you kidding me? The playoffs?"

Hanson has a torn rotator cuff, an injury that has hampered him since 03/29/2157.

Austin Dial Offers Praise for Brewer: Jason Brewer is getting all kinds of endorsements regarding his future in the league, even from other teams.

One of those rare characters who possesses personal and professional skills that not only improve his team, Brewer is expected to improve the popularity and quality of the league and the sport of baseball. But there are questions about whether too much praise comes with a price.

"It's not always a good thing to slap a label on a kid, even if it's a good one," said Clayton manager Austin Dial. "There's no doubt in my mind that he has the leadership skills and maturity to become a great contributor, but writing award articles before there's any performance creates a lot of pressure to succeed. Even the dollar payoff doesn't offset stress, in fact it often just adds to it."

Brewer doesn't mind being called the future face of the franchise, but agrees that it means he has a lot to live up to.

"Hey, I will always do the best I can and do whatever's asked of me. Predictions are flattering, but they don't change what I am. They don't make be better or worse. I don't let it get in my head," he added. "If I let success get in there, then I'm bound to let failures get in there, too."

The Clayton Crows are certain that Brewer will fill up seats and provide a leadership role as the club continues to grow. Team owner, Dave Sagers, summed it up when he remarked, "Jason is just the kind of investment good bankers make. You know, you absolutely know, it's going to pay dividends. You don't tinker with the goods, you just put all your resources into them and watch them grow. "

Top 100 Prospects List Published: The season is about to start, so it's time to publish the annual Top 100 Prospects list. This year 25-year-old LF Jeff Kisner of the Melrose Park Centaurs is the #1 prospect overall.

Here is the top 10:
1) LF Jeff Kisner, 25, Melrose Park Centaurs
2) SS Aaron Dutton, 25, Trinidad City Jets
3) SS Terry Michaelis, 20, Melrose Park Centaurs
4) SS Brent Jones, 20, Alameda Outlaws
5) CF David Myers, 22, Melrose Park Centaurs
6) C Jason Brewer, 25, Clayton Crows
7) LF Andy Ritacco, 25, Clayton Crows
8) RF Dan Renfrow, 23, Bonhomme Raiders
9) 2B David Reid, 21, Trinidad City Jets
10) RHP Josh Seidel, 22, Soulard Apache

EBL News: Opening Day: The baseball season is here! After months of offseason maneuvering, the EBL is set to kick off the 2157 campaign with a host of competitive match-ups, including:

New Charleroi Vipers @ Soulard Apache
East Winslow Buccaneers @ East Winslow Stags
Tamarac Unforgiven @ Oakdale Park Ravens
Bonhomme Raiders @ Ladue Ducks
Leyden Seals @ Elyria Continentals
Clayton Crows @ Emmaus Pelicans

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Let me know if you want me to add anything to these updates, I am pretty new at it all and don't really have a direction yet. Hope you guys enjoy Elyria!

02-13-2018, 10:39 PM	#3
Sizeman21 Major Leagues Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: The bleachers of Sportsman's Park Posts: 435	Pre-Season League Predictions- Continental League National League Blank Standings- Pre-season news- Star Third Baseman's Son Starts at Exclusive School: Today was a big day for Theodore House, son of the Ladue Ducks right- hander, Luke House. It was his first day of kindergarten at the touted Ladue private academy, Winthrop Acres. Theodore passed multiple aptitude exams in order to be accepted into the school, which has only 400 children over all 13 grades. "Today is such a special moment for Theo and I am just so proud," said House. "When I became a parent I never imagined the love and joy that he could bring me and I'm just so delighted to see Theo go to a school that can cultivate his academic desires." This experience, coupled with the House family's recent purchase of a luxury penthouse, show just how committed a third baseman the Ducks have in Luke House. League Suspends Myers 4 Games: The Tamarac Unforgiven were not very happy with the home plate umpire in today's loss to New Charleroi at Spring Ballpark. One in particular -- Steve Myers. Upon being called out on strikes, the Unforgiven catcher gave the ump quite an earful. For that, the man in blue gave him the thumb and sent him to an early shower. But the disgruntled Myers lingered on the field for another five minutes, berating the umpire. Finally his manager got him off the field and into the clubhouse. But it got worse after the game, when Myers told reporters, "He was blind today. They played 'Three Blind Mice' for him. If he doesn't know the words to the song, I'm sure we can get it in Braille, so he can follow along." For his escapades and after-the-game oration, the league office suspended Myers for 4 games. Danny Buza Will Miss 4 Weeks: Clayton fans will be disappointed to learn that Danny Buza suffered a strained back muscle while throwing a pitch in today's game. After the doctor informed the Clayton Crows manager that Buza was expected to miss 4 weeks, the manager told the press that the rest of the team would have to step up their play until the reliever could return. "You can't make excuses in baseball, because there's always a game tomorrow," said the team's skipper. Latest Injury Report on Hayden: Sam Hayden expressed disappointment but also relief after finding out he would be out 7 months with a broken bone in the elbow he suffered on 03/06/2157. Speaking to a reporter at the team's clubhouse, Hayden, the Emmaus right fielder said, "I'd rather know than not know. I'll just take it one day at a time." Latest Injury News for Eggen: A blow for Josh Eggen today -- team doctors were able to determine the full extent of his recent injury. He will miss 7 months with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament. Eggen suffered the injury on 03/07/2157. The team will likely place Eggen on the disabled list today. Handley to Miss 4 Months: Ryan Handley expressed disappointment but also relief after finding out he would be out 4 months with a torn triceps he suffered on 03/19/2157. Speaking to a reporter at the team's clubhouse, Handley, the New Charleroi starting pitcher said, "I'd rather know than not know. I'll just take it one day at a time." Bernard Out 5 Months: A blow for Nick Bernard today -- team doctors were able to determine the full extent of his recent injury. He will miss 5 months with a torn rotator cuff. Bernard suffered the injury on 03/22/2157. The team will likely place Bernard on the disabled list today. Leyden Owner Berkshire Passes Away, Son Replaces Him: Despondent and forlorn are the streets of Leyden today. The Leyden Seals baseball team has lost its leader, owner Mike Berkshire. He died suddenly yesterday, while on vacation. Club officials briefed the press today on the situation and released funeral plans. Services will be held day after tomorrow in Leyden. As far as who will take over for Berkshire, the Leyden Seals spokesman indicated it would be dealt with in the near future, but he had no word on who the successor would be. Press speculation is that Berkshire's son, Zach, would be his replacement as owner. The younger Berkshire was characterized by sources high up in the Leyden Seals hierarchy as economizer when it comes to money and tolerant when it comes to management. Licastro Out of Commission 5-6 Months: The New Charleroi Vipers have made it official: Ryan Licastro is headed to the disabled list. The 20-year-old starting pitcher has been out since 03/24/2157 with a torn rotator cuff. He is expected to miss 5-6 months. East Winslow Loses Hanson for Season: Dave Hanson, the East Winslow reliever, was less than thrilled to learn that his recent injury would keep him out of the rest of the season and any postseason action. "The playoffs?" he said. "Are you kidding me? The playoffs?" Hanson has a torn rotator cuff, an injury that has hampered him since 03/29/2157. Austin Dial Offers Praise for Brewer: Jason Brewer is getting all kinds of endorsements regarding his future in the league, even from other teams. One of those rare characters who possesses personal and professional skills that not only improve his team, Brewer is expected to improve the popularity and quality of the league and the sport of baseball. But there are questions about whether too much praise comes with a price. "It's not always a good thing to slap a label on a kid, even if it's a good one," said Clayton manager Austin Dial. "There's no doubt in my mind that he has the leadership skills and maturity to become a great contributor, but writing award articles before there's any performance creates a lot of pressure to succeed. Even the dollar payoff doesn't offset stress, in fact it often just adds to it." Brewer doesn't mind being called the future face of the franchise, but agrees that it means he has a lot to live up to. "Hey, I will always do the best I can and do whatever's asked of me. Predictions are flattering, but they don't change what I am. They don't make be better or worse. I don't let it get in my head," he added. "If I let success get in there, then I'm bound to let failures get in there, too." The Clayton Crows are certain that Brewer will fill up seats and provide a leadership role as the club continues to grow. Team owner, Dave Sagers, summed it up when he remarked, "Jason is just the kind of investment good bankers make. You know, you absolutely know, it's going to pay dividends. You don't tinker with the goods, you just put all your resources into them and watch them grow. " Top 100 Prospects List Published: The season is about to start, so it's time to publish the annual Top 100 Prospects list. This year 25-year-old LF Jeff Kisner of the Melrose Park Centaurs is the #1 prospect overall. Here is the top 10: 1) LF Jeff Kisner, 25, Melrose Park Centaurs 2) SS Aaron Dutton, 25, Trinidad City Jets 3) SS Terry Michaelis, 20, Melrose Park Centaurs 4) SS Brent Jones, 20, Alameda Outlaws 5) CF David Myers, 22, Melrose Park Centaurs 6) C Jason Brewer, 25, Clayton Crows 7) LF Andy Ritacco, 25, Clayton Crows 8) RF Dan Renfrow, 23, Bonhomme Raiders 9) 2B David Reid, 21, Trinidad City Jets 10) RHP Josh Seidel, 22, Soulard Apache EBL News: Opening Day: The baseball season is here! After months of offseason maneuvering, the EBL is set to kick off the 2157 campaign with a host of competitive match-ups, including: New Charleroi Vipers @ Soulard Apache East Winslow Buccaneers @ East Winslow Stags Tamarac Unforgiven @ Oakdale Park Ravens Bonhomme Raiders @ Ladue Ducks Leyden Seals @ Elyria Continentals Clayton Crows @ Emmaus Pelicans ------------- Let me know if you want me to add anything to these updates, I am pretty new at it all and don't really have a direction yet. Hope you guys enjoy Elyria!