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About Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network

Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network
Matthew (Matt) Tallarini is the Founder and Chief Correspondent for the World Baseball Network.

Posts by Matt Tallarini - World Baseball Network

Mexico, Liga ARCO Mexicana del Pacifico, Liga Mexicana de Beisbol

Art Charles Soaks In LMB All-Star Gala Spotlight As League Celebrates 100 Years

Leones slugger Art Charles reflected on Yadir Drake, LMB’s growth, and earning MVP at the 100th Anniversary All-Star Game in Mexico City.

  Jul 16th, 2025
MLB

Josue Briceno, Jurrangelo Cijntje, Jesus Made and Josue De Paula Shine in 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game as NL Wins 4-2

Josue Briceno, Jurrangelo Cijntje, Jesus Made and MVP Josue De Paula helped lead the National League to a 4-2 win in the 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game.

  Jul 13th, 2025
MLB, NCAA

2025 HBCU Swingman Classic Kicks Off MLB All-Star Festivities in Atlanta

The 2025 HBCU Swingman Classic opened MLB’s All-Star Weekend in Atlanta with 50 HBCU stars, big moments, and a celebration of Black college baseball. Final Score 7-4.

  Jul 12th, 2025
MLB

WBN Rewind: MLB All-Star Game Moves from Atlanta to Denver in 2021

MLB moved the 2021 All-Star Game from Atlanta to Denver over Georgia’s voting law. The game returns to Atlanta for the 2025 Midsummer Classic.

  Jul 11th, 2025
MLB

HBCU Swingman Classic Opens 2025 MLB All-Star Week at Truist Park in Atlanta

HBCU Swingman Classic opens MLB All-Star Week in Atlanta as 50 players from 17 schools take the field Friday night at Truist Park on MLB Network.

  Jul 11th, 2025
MLB

Ludacris, Jermaine Dupri, Kane Brown, and Zac Brown Band To Headline Pregame Ceremony at 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta

Ludacris, Jermaine Dupri, and Kane Brown lead a powerful tribute to Atlanta music legacy before the 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park.

  Jul 11th, 2025
Minor League Baseball, MLB, Italy

Mets Make First European Amateur Signing, Inking Italian Pitcher Matteo Marelli

New York Mets sign 19-year-old Matteo Marelli from Italy, their first-ever European amateur signee, with a five-pitch mix and fastball up to 94 mph.

  Jul 7th, 2025
MLB

Miami Marlins Induct Hall of Fame Manager Jim Leyland Into Team Hall of Fame

Jim Leyland was inducted into the Marlins Hall of Fame on July 7 at loanDepot Park, honoring his 1997 World Series title and legendary MLB career.

  Jul 7th, 2025
MLB, Korea Baseball Organization, Liga Mexicana de Beisbol

Dan Straily Announces Retirement After 15-Year Career in MLB, KBO, and LMB

Dan Straily announces retirement after 15 seasons across MLB, KBO, and LMB, totaling over 2,350 IP and making a global impact as a durable, data-savvy starting pitcher.

  Jul 6th, 2025
LIDOM

LIDOM Bringing Regular Season and Titanes del Caribe Back to U.S. for 2025-26

LIDOM bringing regular season games and the Titanes del Caribe series back to the U.S. in 2025-26, with round robin action set for loanDepot Park.

  Jul 6th, 2025
MLB, Minor League Baseball, Double-A Eastern League

New York Mets Outfielder Jesse Winker Talks Rehab During Double-A Assignment With World Baseball Network

Jesse Winker homered for Double-A Binghamton as he rehabs from an oblique injury, with the Mets weighing roster options before the All-Star break.

  Jul 3rd, 2025
Mexico, Liga ARCO Mexicana del Pacifico, Liga Mexicana de Beisbol

Vinnie Castilla Reflects on 100 Years of the LMB, Baseball’s Global Growth, and Mexican Legends

At the LMB 100th anniversary in Mexico City, Vinnie Castilla shares thoughts on Mexican legends, global growth, and why baseball still inspires.

  Jul 2nd, 2025
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