From the June 8, 2013 edition of the Charlotte Sun Ricky Knapp, in Arizona to visit his dad, Rick, spent most of the Friday huddled around the computer. Name after name — 235 in all — were recited as players selected in the MLB first-year player draft. Finally in the eighth round, it was his … Continue reading »
FGCU Eagles keep a watchful eye on draft
From the June 6, 2013 edition of the Charlotte Sun All it takes is for one team to like you. More than 1,200 of the country’s top high school and college baseball players will keep repeating that to themselves, hoping that one of 30 teams in this week’s MLB draft will show them some love. … Continue reading »
FGCU: Knapp’s attention to detail derails the competition
From the May 22 edition of the Charlotte Sun. PDF’s of the article: Front page After the jump + bonus article Text edition: FORT MYERS — Working all the angles, civil engineers have a keen eye for even the slightest details in what they design. Every square inch is accounted for and has … Continue reading »
Rays’ Moore dominates Yankees to go 4-0
ST. PETERSBURG — The Matt Moore that entered last season for Tampa Bay as one of the early favorites for the Rookie of the Year award showed promise but was mostly inconsistent. The left-hander struck out plenty but the number of pitches on his left arm added up quickly, forcing him to be removed from … Continue reading »
Rays’ Price waits for old form to return
ST. PETERSBURG — Tampa Bay starting pitcher David Price stood at his locker on Monday, calmly taking questions as he always does a day before his start. The routine remained unchanged and his answers were as nonchalant as ever, showcasing his trademark grin that has helped him become one of the favorites among Rays fans. Helping … Continue reading »
