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Israel blanks Nicaragua behind dominant pitching for key World Baseball Classic win

Dean Kremer took charge on the mound, while Noah Mendlinger powered the offense in Israel’s 5-0 victory over Nicaragua in a World Baseball Classic result that clinched Israel's 2029 WBC position.

DEAN KREMER took charge on the mound, while Noah Mendlinger powered the offense in Israel’s 5-0 victory over Nicaragua in a World Baseball Classic result that clinched the blue-and-white’s berth in the 2029 tournament.
Team Israel's veteran MLB pitcher Robert Stock dominated Marlins hitters with a 97 MPH fastball.

Team Israel sharp in tune-up wins as Ausmus eyes WBC statement in Miami

 Apr 17, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets center fielder Harrison Bader (44) reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at Citi Field.

Harrison Bader, Dean Kremer headline as Team Israel announces World Baseball Classic lineup

Alex Bregman meets the media during his first press conference after signing with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on January 15, 2026.

Alex Bregman, who drew a Jewish star on his cap after October 7, inks $175M deal with the Cubs


How an Israeli kibbutznik became an MLB pitching coach

Alon Leichman, the first athlete born in Israel to earn a major league baseball position, was recently named assistant pitching coach of the MLB's Cincinnati Reds.

 Alon Leichman, recently hired as a pitching coach for the Cincinnati Reds, pitches for Team Israel during the eighth inning of the Tokyo Olympic Games baseball opening round game against the United State in Yokohama, Japan, July 30, 2021.

Yankees outfielder Bader drops out of Team Israel’s World Baseball Classic roster, citing injuries

The Yankees outfielder cited a desire to recuperate after an injury-plagued season, but the Israeli team could still feature a dozen MLB players.

 Harrison Bader bats during the American League Championship Series between the New York Yankees and the Houston Astros, Oct. 20, 2022.

Nelson Cruz and other MLB players visit Israel to promote Christian-Jewish relations

MLB stars Nelson Cruz, Cesar Hernandez and Jeimer Candelario toured Christian sites and ran a youth baseball clinic.

 From left, Jeimer Candelario, Nelson Cruz and Cesar Hernandez pose for a photo at a baseball field in Raanana, Israel.

Team Israel to boast current MLBers on its World Baseball Classic roster

The MLB will permit players to compete in the World Baseball Classic only if they are citizens of the country they represent or eligible to become one.

 Israel’s national baseball team won a silver at the European Championships on September 19 after losing the final to the Netherlands.

Astros Jewish secret weapon for the Playoffs

Astros manager Dusty Baker hopes matzah ball soup will give his team a playoffs boost

 Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Drew Rasmussen (57) reacts and Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) runs to first base after hitting a home run during the first inning at Minute Maid Park, September 30, 2022.

Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully’s classic call of Sandy Koufax game

In the immediate aftermath of Scully’s death this week, one particular broadcast stood out: Scully’s call of Koufax’s perfect game on Sept. 9, 1965.

Sandy Koufax and Tommy Lasorda stand next to the Vin Scully plaque in the left field grandstands after his induction into the Los Angeles Dodgers Ring of Honor at Dodger Stadium on May 3, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.

Jewish pitcher Eric Reyzelman drafted by the New York Yankees

The New York Yankees selected the Jewish Louisiana State University pitcher 160th overall in the fifth round of the Major League Baseball draft on Monday.

 Jewish pitcher Eric Reyzelman has his sights set on a career in Major League Baseball.

Blue-and-white manager Kinsler talks Israeli baseball, Judaism

Ian Kinsler played for five teams, including the Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers, Los Angeles Angels, San Diego Padres and the Boston Red Sox.

 played for five teams, including the Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers, Los Angeles Angels, San Diego Padres and the Boston Red Sox.

Jewish pitcher Eric Reyzelman throws 100 mph. Is it enough for the MLB draft?

Judaism has always been a key aspect of Reyzelman’s identity, including on the mound.

 Jewish pitcher Eric Reyzelman has his sights set on a career in Major League Baseball.

Will Orthodox MLB draft pick Elie Kligman's younger brother follow him?

Elie Kligman is one of the first two Orthodox Jewish players ever picked in a Major League Baseball draft.

 Ari Kligman hopes to follow his older brother in being drafted into the MLB.