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Aussies out of Baseball World Classic in last-gasp exit

Aussies out of Baseball World Classic in last-gasp exit

Australia have narrowly missed out on a quarter-final place at the World Baseball Classic, after suffering a defeat to South Korea in Tokyo.

Aussie baseball boys stop Ohtani - but can't halt Japan

Aussie baseball boys stop Ohtani - but can't halt Japan

Aussie baseball boys stop Ohtani - but can't halt Japan

Aussie baseball boys stop Ohtani - but can't halt Japan

World Baseball Classic champions Japan have been given a scare by Australia before eking out a 4-3 victory in front of the country's emperor.

It's Sho-time! Ohtani eyes hat-trick against Aussies

It's Sho-time! Ohtani eyes hat-trick against Aussies

It's Sho-time! Ohtani eyes hat-trick against Aussies

It's Sho-time! Ohtani eyes hat-trick against Aussies

Australia are excited to face Shohei Ohtani in the World Baseball Classic -- but the bad news is that the Japanese legend is in a rich vein of form.

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Aussies bounce Czechs, stay perfect at Baseball Classic

Aussies bounce Czechs, stay perfect at Baseball Classic

Australia remain on track for a place in the World Baseball Classic's quarter-finals with a second win in as many days in Japan.

Australia open World Baseball Classic with big upset

Australia open World Baseball Classic with big upset

Top draft pick Travis Bazzana and current major leaguer Curtis Mead were prominent as Australia made a dream start to the World Baseball Classic.

'Under the radar': Star's new role helps Spirit to soar

'Under the radar': Star's new role helps Spirit to soar

Bendigo's Olivia Pollerd believes the WNBL is underestimating her team, while Adelaide's Dallas Loughridge says her new coach has reignited their group.

LA Dodgers win back-to-back World Series

LA Dodgers win back-to-back World Series

The dominant Los Angeles Dodgers have become the first team in 25 years to win back-to-back World Series.

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Aussie gets second MLB life after trade deadline frenzy

Aussie gets second MLB life after trade deadline frenzy

Aussie gets second MLB life after trade deadline frenzy

Aussie gets second MLB life after trade deadline frenzy

Australian Curtis Mead has been shipped to the Chicago White Sox from the Tampa Bay Rays in a last-minute trade that presents as a major league second chance.

Cavalry halted in pro 'reset' for Aussie baseball

Cavalry halted in pro 'reset' for Aussie baseball

Cavalry halted in pro 'reset' for Aussie baseball

Cavalry halted in pro 'reset' for Aussie baseball

At least one-third of the existing Australian Baseball League teams won't compete next season, but the plan is to push on regardless.

Hendriks pitching up solid form in major leagues return

Hendriks pitching up solid form in major leagues return

Hendriks pitching up solid form in major leagues return

Hendriks pitching up solid form in major leagues return

Australian pitcher Liam Hendriks is showing all-star form at the Boston Red Sox in his return to Major League Baseball.

Australian Hendriks gives up home run in MLB comeback

Australian Hendriks gives up home run in MLB comeback

Australian Hendriks gives up home run in MLB comeback

Australian Hendriks gives up home run in MLB comeback

Australian Liam Hendriks is happy he's finally made his Boston Red Sox debut after an extended break from Major League Baseball, even though it didn't go well.

Aussie pitcher returns after 680 days on the sidelines

Aussie pitcher returns after 680 days on the sidelines

Aussie pitcher returns after 680 days on the sidelines

Aussie pitcher returns after 680 days on the sidelines

Australian pitcher Liam Hendriks is about to resume his major league career, with the Boston Red Sox activating him from their injured list.

Bazzana bonanza: why Aussies now bank on college system

Bazzana bonanza: why Aussies now bank on college system

Bazzana bonanza: why Aussies now bank on college system

Bazzana bonanza: why Aussies now bank on college system

Times are changing for Australians trying to reach Major League Baseball, with more and more youngsters opting for the college path beaten by Travis Bazzana.

Son of Aussie Olympian joins MLB outfit Pirates

Son of Aussie Olympian joins MLB outfit Pirates

Son of Aussie Olympian joins MLB outfit Pirates

Son of Aussie Olympian joins MLB outfit Pirates

Robinson Smith, son of three-time Australian Olympic swimmer Nicole Livingstone, has joined Major League Baseball outfit Pittsburgh Pirates on a six-year deal.

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Dodgers clinch World Series following Yankees meltdown

The Los Angeles Dodgers have beaten the New York Yankees in Game 5 to win baseball's World Series - with some help from the Yankees.

Yankees return to ALCS, Guardians force series decider

The New York Yankees are back in the American League Championship Series as Major League Baseball's most successful team aim for a return to power.

Bazzana to make senior Australian baseball debut

Travis Bazzana, who made sporting history this year when he was the No.1 Major League Baseball draft pick, is about to make his senior Australian debut.

Lindor grand slam shoots Mets into championship series

Francisco Lindor's grand slam home run was the difference as the New York Mets progressed to the NLCS for the first time since 2015.

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Inspirational Aussie pitcher set to reset focus to 2025

Red Sox manager Alex Cora says injured Australian pitcher Liam Hendriks is set to be put on ice for the rest of the 2024 MLB season.

Hendriks' MLB return might have to wait until next year

Australian relief pitcher Liam Hendriks is running out of time to play for the Boston Red Sox this season in the Major Leagues.

Aussie pitcher who beat cancer on cusp of Red Sox debut

Australian pitcher Liam Hendriks, who made an inspirational return from cancer in 2023, is on the verge of playing his first game for new MLB club Boston.

Aussie Bazzana thrilled to join Guardians in mega deal

Travis Bazzana has completed a meteoric rise from Australian schoolboy cricketer to the Cleveland Guardians' prized MLB capture in a $A13.3 million deal.

Bazzana aiming for spot in US baseball's hall of fame

Travis Bazzana, who made history as the first Australian to be the No.1 pick in the Major League Baseball draft, wants to end up in the sport's hall of fame.

Aussie to cash in on rich slice of US baseball history

Travis Bazzana has made Australian sporting history as the first baseballer to be recruited with the No.1 major league draft pick.

Baseball draft bonanza awaits Australian star Bazzana

Travis Bazzana is certain to make Australian baseball history as the first player from this country to be recruited in the opening round of the MLB draft.

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