There’s Something About UMary

Baseball is in Carter Beck’s blood.

From shagging foul balls for freezie money at his father’s senior ball games in Carnduff to suiting up for his province, he has enjoyed success at every level.

That includes an excellent start to his collegiate career with the University of Mary Marauders.

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Saskatchewan Stalwart

He put the “battle” in North Battleford.

Following a playing career full of twists and turns that showed off his resilience, Andrew Albers has returned to his home province of Saskatchewan and he’s ready for the next chapter of his baseball life in the Western Canadian Baseball League.

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No Doubt About Whitt

The 2026 World Baseball Classic can’t come fast enough for Ernie Whitt.

The Baseball Canada manager believes his team is on the cusp of getting into the championship bracket of the tournament if all the stars align – literally.

Whitt will be the guest speaker at the Regina Red Sox annual banquet April 20.

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Road to the Record Books

Payton McHarg is enjoying a season to remember with Washburn University.

The Saskatoon product has already clubbed 17 home runs and still has 16 games remaining in the season.

He’s also hoping to be a big piece of the offence for the expansion Saskatoon Berries.

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Making the List

Bob Elliott has released his full list of the most influential Canadians in baseball, and the Western Canadian Baseball League (WCBL) makes a number of appearances on the esteemed roll call.

The Hall-of-Fame journalist produced a list of 140 top names in the sport, with Alex Anthopoulos, general manager of the Atlanta Braves, at first overall; followed by Phillies’ skipper Rob Thomson in second; and Josh Naylor – slugger with the Cleveland Guardians – in the third spot.

Here’s a look at where WCBL personalities landed on the Canadian Baseball Network list …

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Field of Seams

They’re having a ball in the Western Canadian Baseball League.

Good thing, too, because baseballs are a vital piece of equipment for the WCBL. You literally cannot play the game without them.

The league, with a dozen teams in Alberta and Saskatchewan, welcomes a new official baseball supplier this year.

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Making A Merk

Regina’s Ethan Merk has enjoyed success at every level of baseball.

From the Moose Jaw Miller Express to the Victoria Golden Tide to now with the Doane University Tigers, he’s taking it all in stride.

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The Ax-Man Retires

John Axford officially announced his retirement in a social media post on Tuesday night.

The 11-year MLB hurler was happy to throw his final professional pitch for Canada in last year’s World Baseball Classic.

The Canadian Baseball Network’s Kevin Glew takes a look at the former Melville Millionaire’s announcement.

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No Ordinary Zoe

Zoe Hicks is no stranger to travel.

Growing up, she lived in all three prairie provinces with her family, then started chasing her softball and baseball dreams across the country.

The Baseball Canada Women’s National Team MVP and Softball Canada star is looking for big things in 2024.

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World Cup Dreams

Saskatoon’s Amy Johnson is entering her third season with Baseball Canada’s Women’s National Team.

After what feels like a long offseason, she’s hoping to realize a dream by representing Canada at the Women’s Baseball World Cup in Thunder Bay.

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