The World Series champion-Los Angeles Dodgers made the generational Tamaqua baseball star Mason Ligenza the overall 195th pick in the 2025 Major League Draft.

Luke LaCourse’s every baseball move is an attention-grabber. With his 94 mph fastball, unmatchable slider and penchant for success, the Bay City Western ace continually delivers must-see action. And wait until you hear about his latest highlight.

LSU right-hander Chase Shores was selected No. 47 overall Sunday night in the second round of the MLB Draft by the Los Angeles Angels. Rounds 1-3 of the draft are being conducted Sunday evening in Atlanta.

The league hasn’t announced a date or host city for the ’28 All-Star Game yet, but All-Star Games typically fall on a mid-July Tuesday, making July 11, 2028 a likely date. That would be three days before the Olympic opening ceremony on July 14, potentially creating a longer downtime than the league or players want.

Melanie Boppel, who recently styled Jalen Hurts and his wife Bryonna for the Met Gala, is dressing both Raleigh and Skubal for this year’s red carpet. Skubal, a two-time All-Star who is starting for the American League on Tuesday night, has been working with Boppel to curate a look that will make him feel confident on the red carpet.