Michael Ryan DeLuca
Michael DeLuca is a contributor to the World Baseball Network, offering his insights on various facets of the sport. His articles cover international baseball, with a particular focus on Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) and Venezuelan leagues. De Luca also provides analysis on MLB trade deadlines and highlights promising international prospects, enriching WBN's global coverage.
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2026 Little League World Series Schedule Released: 20 Teams Set for Williamsport
The schedule in Williamsport is set, with 20 teams preparing to chase the ultimate prize at the 2026 Little League World Series.
August 20, 2026
NewsCashman Field’s Final Chapter: Las Vegas Sports Landmark Set to Close in 2026
For nearly eight decades, Cashman Field has been woven into the fabric of Las Vegas sports, hosting generations of fans across baseball, soccer and other major sporting and entertainment events.
August 15, 2026
NewsSpain’s Baseball Growth: Rising Toward the Premier12 and the Global Stage
Spain is no longer simply trying to find its place in international baseball; it is building the foundation to compete for one.
August 15, 2026
NewsKeith Foulke Fired by Boston Hunters After 3 Games, Conflicting Accounts Emerge
Keith Foulke’s brief tenure as manager of the Boston Hunters ended after just three games, with conflicting accounts emerging over what led to his abrupt dismissal from the Women’s Pro Baseball League.
August 12, 2026
LBPCentral American And Caribbean Games 2026 Day 8 Roundup: Panama Wins Gold in Eighth-Inning Finale
Day 8 brought the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games baseball tournament to a close,…
August 8, 2026
LBPCentral American And Caribbean Games 2026 Day 7 Roundup: Orozco’s Two-RBI Performance Sparks Nicaragua To Gold Medal Game Berth Vs. Panama
The 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games Super Round delivered another thrilling chapter of international…
August 7, 2026
EUROPE2026 Baseball Champions League Europe Final Four Preview: Brno Set to Crown the First BCL Europe Champion
The inaugural Baseball Champions League Europe Final Four heads to Brno, Czechia, on Sept.
August 6, 2026
LBPCentral American And Caribbean Games 2026 Day 6 Roundup: Nicaragua’s Offense Prevails Against Puerto Rico as Panama Remains Perfect
Day 6 of Super Round action at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games featured…
August 6, 2026
LBPCentral American And Caribbean Games 2026 Day 5 Roundup: Caballero Ruiz’s Grand Slam Leads Panama Past Cuba
The pressure intensified on Day 5 of the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games as…
August 5, 2026
CURACAOCentral American And Caribbean Games 2026 Day 4 Roundup: Curaçao Closes Tournament With Seventh-Place Victory
Day 4 of the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games featured the seventh-place placement game,…
August 4, 2026
LBPCentral American And Caribbean Games 2026 Day 3 Roundup: Cuba Extends Winning Streak, Puerto Rico Earns Key Group A Victory
Strategic comebacks and dominant pitching performances highlighted another action-packed day of baseball at the 2026…
August 3, 2026
WBSCCentral American And Caribbean Games 2026 Day 2 Roundup: Colombia’s Seven-Run Surge Fuels Comeback Victory Over Mexico
Day 2 of the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games delivered dominant performances, dramatic finishes…
August 2, 2026
LBPCentral American And Caribbean Games 2026 Day 1 Roundup: José Rivera’s Walk-Off Single Gives Puerto Rico Extra-Inning Victory
The Central American and Caribbean Games are underway in Santo Domingo, and the winner will…
August 1, 2026
LBP2026 Central American and Caribbean Games Baseball Preview
Baseball’s fiercest regional rivalries return to center stage as eight nations converge in Santo Domingo…
July 30, 2026
NPBFour International Ballparks That Should Be On Every Fan’s Travel Itinerary
Every great baseball stadium has a story, one built through generations of players, passionate fan…
July 25, 2026
NICARAGUANicaragua Announces 26-Man Baseball Roster For 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games In Santo Domingo
With a blend of veteran leadership, rising stars and proven international experience, Nicaragua enters the…
July 22, 2026
CZECHIAWBSC Premier12 2027 Zhongshan Qualifier Preview: Four Nations Will Battle For Final Two Spots
The road to the WBSC Premier12 2027 reaches its final qualifying stage as four nations…
July 21, 2026
CHINESE TAIPEI2026-27 WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Preview: Breaking Down All 12 Teams Chasing a World Title
The pursuit of a world championship begins as 12 nations take the first step toward…
July 18, 2026
BASEBALLFive Teams Who Will Be Buyers Or Sellers Ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline
With the MLB Trade Deadline approaching on Aug.
July 15, 2026
MLBAmerican League Defeats National League 6-1 at 2026 HBCU Swingman Classic; Jacoby Radcliffe Earns MVP Honors
The next generation of HBCU baseball stars seized the spotlight during MLB All-Star Week.
July 11, 2026
MLBFive International Players To Watch in the 2026 MLB All-Star Futures Game
Baseball’s future is taking center stage, and its brightest international stars are ready to make…
July 10, 2026
BASEBALLUSA Baseball Takes Over BBCOR Standard for NCAA Baseball, Expands High School Bat Options
USA Baseball’s new bat initiative aims to reshape the future of high school and college…
July 8, 2026
BASEBALL UNITEDBaseball United Names Roger Duthie Special Adviser to Drive Baseball’s Global Growth
As Baseball United enters its next phase of growth, the league is adding experienced leadership…
July 8, 2026
BASEBALLCentral American and Caribbean Games Schedule Released
The road to a Central American and Caribbean Games gold medal is officially set.
July 7, 2026
BASEBALLMLB, MLBPA Donate $1 Million for Venezuela Earthquake Relief as Baseball Community Rallies
In one of baseball’s largest humanitarian responses of the year, Major League Baseball and the…
July 1, 2026
BASEBALLHBCU Swingman Classic Returns to MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia with Elite Roster
HBCU baseball returns to the national stage in Philadelphia during MLB All-Star Week, with top…
July 1, 2026
MLBHappy Bobby Bonilla Day! Here Are Five MLB Contracts That Rival the Mets’ Infamous Deferred Deal
Few contracts in professional sports have lived on as long and become as widely referenced…
July 1, 2026
NCAA2026 College Baseball Hall of Fame: Brantley, Bonds, Posey Lead Class of New Inductees
College baseball’s all-time greats added another chapter to their legacy as the College Baseball Foundation…
June 30, 2026
MLBTrevor Bauer Declares Availability for Winter Ball, Eyes Caribbean Series and MLB Comeback
Trevor Bauer’s bid to keep his comeback alive may soon take him to winter ball.
June 26, 2026
MLBMLB Network to Air American Association All-Star Game for First Time in Historic Partner League Milestone
Independent baseball is headed for one of its biggest national stages yet.
June 23, 2026
ATLANTIC LEAGUEWally Backman Named Staten Island FerryHawks Manager, Aims to Spark Turnaround in Atlantic League Season
Wally Backman is back in New York baseball, and the Staten Island FerryHawks are betting…
June 23, 2026
MLBJacob Misiorowski’s Historic Velocity Leading Brewers to Victory
In a season defined by emerging young arms, Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Jacob Misiorowski has separated…
June 19, 2026
WBSCAustralian Baseball League Charts New Course With Restructured Model, Eyes 2027 Expansion
Once viewed as one of baseball’s most promising winter development leagues, the Australian Baseball League…
June 18, 2026
NCAAOlivia Pichardo, First Woman to Play Division I Baseball, Transfers to Cal Softball
The first woman to play NCAA Division I baseball has found a new home for…
June 16, 2026
NPBHanshin Tigers Chase Japan Series Title After Regular-Season Dominance
The sound begins long before the first pitch.
June 12, 2026
MLBUSA Baseball Finalizes Collegiate National Team Coaching Staff Ahead of Taiwan World Championship
The road to representing the United States on the international stage begins this summer, as…
June 12, 2026
MLBBaseball by the Numbers: Eight Advanced Statistics Every Fan Should Know
Baseball has always been a game of numbers, but today’s advanced statistics provide a deeper…
June 10, 2026
MLBChicago White Sox Surge to AL Central Dominance Fueled by Munetaka Murakami
Few teams have altered the course of the 2026 Major League Baseball season quite like…
June 5, 2026
NPBHideki Hashigami Takes Over Yomiuri Giants After Abe’s Departure as NPB Team Finds Early Momentum
Amid one of the most challenging stretches of the 2026 season, Hideki Hashigami stepped into…
June 4, 2026
MLBDominican Summer League Season Under Way At MLB Complexes Across the Island
Every Major League dream starts somewhere. For many of baseball’s top international prospects, that journey…
June 1, 2026
MLBAstros Combine for No-Hitter in 9-0 Win Over Rangers, Reflecting Modern Pitching Evolution
What was once viewed as the ultimate display of individual pitching dominance has evolved into…
May 29, 2026
MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALLBaseball History Comes Alive as Rickwood Field Hosts Tribute Minor League Game
Baseball history will come alive once again today as the timeless atmosphere of Rickwood Field…
May 27, 2026
MLBGio Urshela Begins New Chapter as Manager of Colombia’s National Team
After a decade of standout defense, clutch hitting, and representing Colombia on baseball’s biggest stages, Gio Urshela…
May 23, 2026
BASEBALLThe Razorwire Classic: Oakland Ballers Face San Quentin Giants in 2026 Exhibition
Baseball found an unlikely setting behind razor wire fencing this past weekend.
May 18, 2026
WORLD BASEBALL CLASSICFIBS: Serie A Gold All-Star Game Returns After 10-Year Absence in Reggio Emilia
After a 10-year absence, the Serie A Gold Baseball All-Star Game will return on June…
May 14, 2026
LIDOMLIDOM: Jorge Mateo Powers Estrellas Orientales’ Offense As They Dominate Tigres del Licey
Estrellas Orientales (21-25) 10, Tigres del Licey (19-26) 2 – On Wednesday night, the Estrellas Orientales set the…
December 18, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM Recap: Three Doubleheaders, Gigantes Dominate
#1 Doubleheader Game 1 Gigantes del Cibao (18-25) 8, Toros del Este (25-18) 1 –…
December 17, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM Recap: Toros Prevail in Hard-Fought Battle Over Tigres del Licey
Toros del Este (25-17) 2, Tigres del Licey (19-23) 1 – On Monday night, the…
December 16, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas Cibaenas Continue Dominant Regular Season Run With 4-1 Win Over Leones del Escogido
Gigantes del Cibao (14-19) 7, Toros del Este (18-16) 5 – On Thursday night, the Gigantes del…
December 5, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Estrellas Orientales Outslug Gigantes del Cibao Behind Miguel Sanó’s Two Homers
Estrellas Orientales (16-19) 7, Gigantes del Cibao (13-19) 5 – On Wednesday night, the Estrellas…
December 4, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Leones del Escogido Shutout Aguilas Cibaenas 6-0; Tigres del Licey Win Nailbiter
Toros del Este (17-15) 6, Estrellas Orientales (15-19) 1 – On Tuesday night, the Toros del Este set…
December 3, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Gigantes del Cibao Dominate Toros del Este With Relentless Offense
Gigantes del Cibao (12-16) 12, Toros del Este (14-15) 3 – On Friday night, the Gigantes…
November 29, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Toros del Este Back Above .500 With Win Over Leones del Escogido
Toros del Este (14-13) 4, Leones del Escogido (11-16) 1 – Rafael Lantigua finished 3-for-4 with…
November 26, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas Cibaenas Just Keep Winning, Now 21-4 With 8 1/2 Game Lead
Águilas Cibaeñas (21-4) 6, Gigantes del Cibao (11-14) 1 – On Monday night, the Águilas…
November 25, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Águilas Cibaeñas Sweep Doubleheader From Estrellas, Extend Win Streak to Nine Games
Águilas Cibaeñas (18-3) 8, Estrellas Orientales (10-15) 7 – On Friday afternoon, Ezequiel Durán went 1-for-4 performance with a home…
November 22, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas Cibaenas Win Seventh Straight As Dominant Run Continues
Gigantes del Cibao (8-12) 5, Estrellas Orientales (10-14) 2 – On Wednesday night, the Gigantes del Cibao set the…
November 20, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas Cibaenas Open Up 6 1/2 Game Lead With Sixth Straight Win
Águilas Cibaeñas (16-3) 13, Toros del Este (10-10) 6 – On Tuesday night, the Águilas…
November 19, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas Cibaenas Win In 10, Remain Atop Standings; Toros Double Up Leones
Estrellas Orientales (10-12) 6, Gigantes del Cibao (7-11) 1 – On Monday night, the Estrellas…
November 18, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas Cibaenas Keep Winning; Gigantes Edge Toros As All-Star Break Begins
Tigres del Licey (8-10) 6, Estrellas Orientales (9-12) 2 – The Tigres del Licey flexed…
November 14, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Leones, Gigantes Split Double Dip; Aguilas Win Again
Águilas Cibaeñas (13-3) 5, Estrellas Orientales (9-11), 3 – Adael Amador contributed two RBIs, a…
November 13, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Estrellas Rally Vs. Toros; Aguilas Keep Foot On the Gas
Estrellas Orientales (9-10) 9, Toros del Este (9-8) 5 – Tuesday night’s matchup in La…
November 12, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Toros del Este Explode For 12 Runs, Overpower Leones del Escogido
Toros del Este (9-7) 12, Leones del Escogido (6-9) 4 – Monday night’s matchup turned…
November 11, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas Cibaenas Continued Dominant Early Season Run
Águilas Cibaeñas (10-2) 6, Gigantes del Cibao (4-7) 2 – Friday night’s game was filled…
November 10, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Tigres del Licey Hand Águilas Cibaeñas Rare Defeat Behind Rojas Jr.’s Grand Slam
Tigres del Licey (5-7) 7, Águilas Cibaeñas (9-2) 1 – The Tigres del Licey delivered…
November 7, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Devin Smeltzer and Johan Rojas Lead Águilas Cibaeñas to Ninth Win
Águilas Cibaeñas (9-1) 5, Gigantes del Cibao (4-6) 2 – Wednesday night saw the Águilas…
November 6, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Toros Win Marathon, Estrellas Win Slugfest In Tuesday Night Action
Estrellas Orientales (5-8) 11, Tigres del Licey (4-6) 6 – Tuesday night’s matchup was a…
November 5, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Gigantes Top Estrellas in Dramatic 8–6 Win Behind Gutiérrez’s Four-RBI Performance
Gigantes del Cibao (3-5) 8, Estrellas Orientales (4-8) 6 – Monday night’s matchup was a…
November 4, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas Cibaenas Strengthen Grip on First Place; Gigantes and Leones Game Suspended
Águilas Cibaeñas (6-1) 9, Estrellas Orientales (4-4) 8 – Emmanuel Rodriguez powered the Águilas Cibaeñas…
October 30, 2025
BASEBALLLIDOM: Aguilas, Estrellas Put On Fireworks Display As Play Resumes After Hurricane Watch
Tigres del Licey (4–1) 8, Toros del Este (2–4) 2 – Licey broke open a…
October 29, 2025