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Albert Pujols Signs With Team Skechers

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Global footwear brand Skechers introduces some legendary batting power to its lineup by signing former Cardinals and Angels star Albert Pujols as its latest brand ambassador.

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  • Global footwear brand Skechers introduces some legendary batting power to its lineup by signing former Cardinals and Angels star Albert Pujols as its latest brand ambassador.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402522360/en/
    Baseball legend Albert Pujols stars in Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins® campaign.
  • “We know that the appeal of Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins extends beyond age, location or demographic,” added Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers.
  • An award-winning global brand, Skechers leads the industry with comfort technologies including Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins®, Skechers Arch Fit®, Skechers Hyper Burst®, and Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam®, among others.

THE COLLEGE BASEBALL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE 2023 COLLEGE BASEBALL HALL OF FAME CLASS

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Monday, December 11, 2023

Lubbock, Texas, Dec. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College Baseball Foundation has announced the names of twelve new members of the College Baseball Hall of Fame.

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  • Lubbock, Texas, Dec. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College Baseball Foundation has announced the names of twelve new members of the College Baseball Hall of Fame.
  • The class is comprised of players, coaches, umpires and administrators – all who have contributed to college baseball history at the NCAA, NAIA and NJCAA levels.
  • “Each year when the College Baseball Hall of Fame inductees are announced, it creates a tremendous level of pride and appreciation for those that have given so much to the college game,” said Craig Ramsey, Chair of the College Baseball Foundation Board of Directors.
  • “Inducting the newest Hall of Fame members and celebrating top performers from this past year will officially close out the achievements of the 2023 season.

2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award® Winners Revealed

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Monday, November 6, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc., announced the winners for the 2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award®, honoring the best individual fielding performances at each position in the American League® and National League®. The winners were unveiled during a one-hour, special-edition "Baseball Tonight" broadcast that aired on ESPN Sunday, Nov. 5, at 7:30 p.m. ET. 

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  • Rawlings Platinum Glove Award™ voting is now open through Nov. 9 on Rawlings.com
    ST. LOUIS, Nov. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc., announced the winners for the 2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award®, honoring the best individual fielding performances at each position in the American League® and National League®.
  • "This year's Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners are true masters of defense and are very deserving of this iconic honor."
  • To identify the utility Award winners, Rawlings collaborated with SABR to create a specialized defensive formula separate from the traditional selection process for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award position winners.
  • Below is the complete listing of the 2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners from each League and the number of Rawlings Gold Glove Awards each player has won in his career:

2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award® Finalists Announced

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc., announced the finalists for the 2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award®, honoring the best individual fielding performances at each position in the American League® and National League®. The winners will be unveiled during a one-hour, special-edition "Baseball Tonight" broadcast on ESPN Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. ET.

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  • ESPN to broadcast exclusive show unveiling Gold Glove winners Sunday, Nov. 5
    ST. LOUIS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc., announced the finalists for the 2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award®, honoring the best individual fielding performances at each position in the American League® and National League®.
  • "There has been no shortage of incredible displays of defense this season, and the 2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award finalists truly represent the best of the best when it comes to superior fielding ability," said Mike Thompson, chief marketing officer of Rawlings.
  • To identify the utility Award winners, Rawlings collaborated with SABR to create a specialized defensive formula separate from the traditional selection process for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award position winners.
  • The 2023 Rawlings Gold Glove Award finalists are:

Yerbaé Welcomes Baseball Great Nolan Arenado to Its Team of Investors

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230921694241/en/
    Yerbaé Welcomes Baseball Great Nolan Arenado to Its Team of Investors (Photo: Business Wire)
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  • Arenado is the first Major League Baseball player to join an accomplished cohort of leaders representing the world of sports, including professional football, college football and CrossFit.
  • “Nolan Arenado has earned a stellar reputation for excellence across a storied baseball career – unquestionably one of the best ever.
  • We’re proud to have him join our team of investors,” said Todd Gibson, co-founder and chief executive officer, Yerbaé.

Brand Institute Partners with Baseball Legend Carlos Beltrán on the Development of the Hacienda El Patrimonio Brand

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

MIAMI, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brand Institute, the global leader in brand name development, is excited to announce its partnership with baseball legend Carlos Beltrán on the brand identity development for Hacienda El Patrimonio, an estate located in the foothills of the central mountain range in Morovis, Puerto Rico.

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  • MIAMI, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brand Institute, the global leader in brand name development, is excited to announce its partnership with baseball legend Carlos Beltrán on the brand identity development for Hacienda El Patrimonio, an estate located in the foothills of the central mountain range in Morovis, Puerto Rico.
  • Carlos Beltrán, a former Major League Baseball outfielder and designated hitter, is a nine-time All-Star, three-time Gold Glove Award winner, and two-time Silver Slugger Award winner.
  • Hacienda El Patrimonio offers visitors a unique agricultural experience, surrounded by serene rivers, green hills, a rustic gazebo, and breath-taking surroundings.
  • Hacienda El Patrimonio is a perfect destination for anyone seeking an unforgettable experience in Puerto Rico.

Minnesota Twins Starting Outfielder Michael A. Taylor Runs Home Run Challenge To Support The Rare Disease Community

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Monday, April 10, 2023

That's why Minnesota Twins outfielder Michael A. Taylor has launched a season-long home run challenge to support Uplifting Athletes and the rare disease community.

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  • That's why Minnesota Twins outfielder Michael A. Taylor has launched a season-long home run challenge to support Uplifting Athletes and the rare disease community.
  • Minnesota Twins player Michael A. Taylor launched a season-long homerun challenge to support the rare disease community.
  • Between his match and his supporter's pledges, Taylor is aiming to raise over $150,000 for the rare disease community.
  • Taylor comes to the Minnesota Twins from the Kansas City Royals as part of a trade during the offseason.

Tony Romo, Annika Sörenstam, Albert Pujols join celebrity field for PGA TOUR Champions Invited Celebrity Classic

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

“I am looking forward to playing in the Invited Celebrity Classic at Las Colinas again this year.

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  • “I am looking forward to playing in the Invited Celebrity Classic at Las Colinas again this year.
  • Pujols is the most recent big-name addition to the Invited Celebrity Classic field.
  • The Invited Celebrity Classic Youth Clinic presented by Energy Transfer is open to children of all ages, free of charge.
  • “Being able to support our communities throughout the Metroplex through this PGA TOUR Champions event is special.

MLB Hall of Fame candidate Brandon Phillips and Jade Cargill announce The Texas Smoke

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Cincinnati Reds second baseman and MLB Hall of Fame candidate Brandon Phillips and serial entrepreneur Jade Cargill are excited to announce the formation of the Texas Smoke. Texas Smoke will be the second professional sports team in Austin and the fourth franchise in Women's Professional Fastpitch (WPF).

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  • Phillips has brought on Tori Tyson as head coach for the Smoke.
  • Before Howard University, Coach Tyson was an assistant coach for pro fastpitch softball team Chicago Bandits.
  • Texas Smoke has also brought on Dr. Jess Garza as the team's mental performance consultant.
  • Dr. Garza's addition to the team is just one component of the innovative athlete care program the Smoke is rolling out to players.

Future Baseball Hall of Famer Adrián Beltré Joins Baseball United Ownership Group

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Monday, February 13, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Baseball United, the first-ever professional baseball league created to serve the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent, announced today that former Major League Baseball third baseman Adrián Beltré has joined its investor group. Beltré, a four-time All-Star and five-time Gold Glove winner, spent 21 years with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Seattle Mariners, Boston Red Sox, and the Texas Rangers. He is one of only 12 players in MLB history with 3,000 hits and 400 home runs.

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  • One of the best third baseman of all time, Beltré becomes latest legend to invest in new professional baseball league
    LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Baseball United, the first-ever professional baseball league created to serve the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent, announced today that former Major League Baseball third baseman Adrián Beltré has joined its investor group.
  • Future Hall of Famer Adrián Beltré becomes latest legend to invest in new professional baseball league, Baseball United
    Beltré joins MLB Hall of Famers Barry Larkin and Mariano Rivera as part of one of the most decorated ownership groups in professional sports.
  • "This is a big day for our Baseball United community across the world," said Kash Shaikh, President and CEO, Baseball United.
  • Adrián is not only one of the best baseball players who's ever lived, but he's also a great businessman, a high-character leader, and an amazing teammate.