Baseball
From Little League to Team Israel: Baseball takes root across the Holy Land
The number of teams and players gathered in Tel Aviv on that sunny Friday was a testament to just how far baseball has come in Israel. It was not always this way.
Kenyan police fire tear gas during protest against US Ebola quarantine facility
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Israel closes out WBC campaign with statement victory over Netherlands
Orthodox minor-league pitcher Jacob Steinmetz stays focused on the game
On the field, Steinmetz proudly wears his identity on his sleeve — or more accurately, on his wrist, with an Israeli flag sewn onto his Rawlings glove and an Israeli flag headband under his hat.
Team Israel baseball debuts film: 'Israel Swings for Gold'
Nate Fish, heading to the 2020 Olympics with Team Israel, filmed their journey. Now CEO of Israel Baseball Americas, he continues to support Israel baseball, fostering talent and resources.
The Jewish Sport Report: The NHL gets its first Jewish head coach in 32 years
Ryan Warsofsky, 36, becomes the youngest and first Jewish NHL head coach since 1992. Jewish athletes shine in Stanley Cup Finals, College World Series, and Copa América.
MLB veteran Kevin Pillar enjoys his place as a Jewish baseball star
Kevin Pillar ranks among the best Jewish hitters in many categories and has surpassed notable MLB career thresholds including 1,000 hits, 100 home runs, 100 stolen bases and 500 runs scored.
Red Sox legend Kevin Youkilis honored for standing up against antisemitism
The Ruderman Family Foundation recognizes the former Red Sox player for his vocal advocacy defending the Jewish people and combating antisemitism around the world.
Solidarity with Israel fits Alon Leichman like a glove
Blue-and-white baseball and softball players wear their support on their hands.
The Jewish sport report: For Max Fried and Dean Kremer’s Passover dominance, dayenu
Jewish athletes perform across various sports in the United States over Passover.
New York Mets' Bader wears Star of David on belt in support of Israel
The white star stood out against the background of the blue belt he wore and received much attention due to Bader's game-winning hit at the end of the game.
The death of Brooklyn Dodger great Carl Erskine closes a chapter in Jewish history
The Dodgers ruled the National League when the Jews ruled — or at least left an indelible cultural stamp on — Brooklyn.
Ken Holtzman, winningest Jewish pitcher in MLB history, dies at 78
Holtzman managed the Petach Tikva Pioneers in the Israel Baseball League’s first and only season in 2007.
