Category: Awards

  • St. Louis’ Ivan Calderón Reaches 2,000 Career Hits

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    Ivan Calderón, who on August 1, 1996, collected the 2,000th hit of his Doubleday Baseball League career, has reached another milestone that cements his place among the league’s most productive hitters. The longtime St. Louis outfielder, known for his mix of power and consistency, achieved the mark in his 13th DBL season — all spent…

  • Players of the Month – July 1996

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    The Doubleday Baseball League is proud to recognize its top performers for the month of July 1996, honoring excellence from both leagues in pitching, hitting, and rookie achievements. United League Rookie of the Month – Scott Karl (Arizona Diamondbacks)Arizona left-hander Scott Karl continues to turn heads in his first full season, earning United League Rookie…

  • Matt Williams Joins the 400 Home Run Club

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    Matt Williams, who on July 30, 1996, launched the 400th home run of his career, continues to build upon one of the most powerful résumés of his generation. The Florida Marlins slugger reached the milestone just weeks after joining the club, delivering a statement that his trademark power travels anywhere. Williams, 30, has long been…

  • Player of the Week – July 28th, 1996

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    The Doubleday Baseball League is proud to announce the Players of the Week for the period ending July 28, 1996. United League – Sammy Sosa (New York Mets)New York’s Sammy Sosa delivered a scorching week at the plate, earning the United League Player of the Week award. The 27-year-old right fielder posted a .522 average…