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'Ballpark Mayor' making memories, new friends with Isotopes

'Ballpark Mayor' making memories, new friends with Isotopes

James Keefner, a 27-year-old fan with Down's Syndrome, loves working with the grounds crew and showing off his dance moves. No wonder he's formed friendships with just about everybody at Isotopes Park.

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Slick Nick

Fourth-ranked White Sox prospect Nick Madrigal makes a diving stop up the middle to rob Tennessee's Nico Hoerner of a hit for Double-A Birmingham.
Eight is enough

A year ago, Adolis Garcia tied the Triple-A Memphis record with eight RBIs. He did it again on Sunday, homering twice in the Redbirds' 13-2 victory at Omaha.
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Flores climbs the ladder

Omaha shortstop Jecksson Flores makes a leaping grab in the eighth inning to rob Memphis' Randy Arozarena of a hit in the Storm Chasers' 13-2 setback.
We were honored to welcome Tom Jordan to Isotopes Park tonight to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

Mr. Jordan is the oldest living professional baseball player.

He Played for the Dukes in 1953 & '54 and in the Majors in '44, 46 & 48 for the White Sox, Indians & Browns. pic.twitter.com/vt85ekSkjf
— Albuquerque Dukes (@ABQTopes) July 22, 2019
More than just baseball. #NestLevelFun

📸: @lxsdr pic.twitter.com/NWPDEdb62c
— Great Lakes Loons (@greatlakesloons) July 21, 2019
'A really cool feeling'

After battling mononucleosis for a month and a half, top overall Draft pick Adley Rutschman homered in his professional debut for the Gulf Coast League Orioles.
Hall of Famers recall MiLB roads

Before their Cooperstown celebrations, Mariano Rivera, Mike Mussina and Edgar Martinez discussed how the Minors prepared them for their special careers.
He'll have ... Staten Island, too

Johnny Rizer became the third player -- and first in 12 years -- to hit for the cycle for Aberdeen. He completed it with a triple in an 11-0 win over Staten Island.

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Robinson blasts two-run tater

Robinson blasts two-run tater

JUL 22, 2019 | 01:03

Braves' Contreras smacks two-run single to left

Braves' Contreras smacks two-run single to left

JUL 22, 2019 | 00:20

Williamsport's Stott ties game with second career HR

Williamsport's Stott ties game with second career HR

JUL 22, 2019 | 00:35

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Diversity & Inclusion

Ambassadors for Change: Tiffany Young

This series spotlights the people, programs and stories that champion diversity and inclusion in Minor League Baseball. This week we profile Hartford Yard Goats director of community relations Tiffany Young
Ambassadors for Change: Gary Perone
Minor League Baseball's FIELD Program prepares diverse students for the business of baseball
Minor League Baseball establishes largest Pride celebration in professional sports
Ambassadors for Change: Craw

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Ruiz quickly finds footing in Triple-A debut

Top Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Keibert Ruiz homered, singled and drove in a season-high four runs in his Triple-A debut to power Oklahoma City past the San Antonio Missions, 12-8.
Contreras, Waters power M-Braves
Dodgers promote Ruiz to Triple-A
Prospect Roundup: Games of July 20
Bohm leaves yard twice for Fightins

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Organization All-Stars

Kieboom leads charge for Nats All-Stars

Shortstop Carter Kieboom, MLB.com's No. 37 overall prospect, impressed with an .801 OPS across two levels and cemented his place as a Nationals Organization All-Star.
Blue Jays system ready to make an impact
Fast-rising Gorman leads Cards All-Stars
Franco, McKay shine brightly for Rays
White stands tall among Mariners All-Stars

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Arizona Fall League

AFL to begin earlier, open up player pool

Major League Baseball announced big changes to the Arizona Fall League for the 2019 season, including moving up the schedule and opening up the roster restrictions.
Davidson's moonshot secures AFL title for Peoria
Top prospects vie for Fall League title
Whitley dominates in final AFL start
The Show Before the Show: Episode 185

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Ben's Biz

On the Road: Albuquerque's ballpark mayor

James Keefner, a special needs Albuquerque Isotopes fan, is known as the ballpark mayor. He sings, dances, socializes and works for the grounds crew.
On the Road: Syracuse celebrates State Fair
Designated Eater: Prairie 'Dogs' in Amarillo
Topps Pro Debut 2019: Ben's Biz returns
On the Road: Before Sod Poodles, Gold Sox

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Toolshed

Toolshed: 2018 Trade Deadline in review

Toolshed checks in on prospects from five of the biggest deals made at least year's Trade Deadline, including those the Rays received for Chris Archer and the Orioles got for Manny Machado.
Toolshed: Pirates' Oliva turns the page
Toolshed: Trade Deadline preview
Toolshed: Cards' Carlson taking off
Midseason farm system grades: NL

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