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Are Majors true contenders?
Around the Diamond: Big bats de Oleo, Reichstein coming around; First look at lefty Coombes; Joseph the IBL’s ‘Ironman’; Plaz producing, enjoying everday role.
Weekend offers big Barrie test for Majors
Around the Diamond: Champ Garner making big first impression; London lineup more like 2022 than 2023; Bullpen steps up vs. Brantford; Majors battling some injuries.
Upstart Majors showing good signs at plate
Around the Diamond: Bounce-back win a good sign; Jose Arias working to find his groove; Mosher, Osika give Majors infield depth; More movement on the basepaths.
New-look Majors off to strong start
Around the Diamond: Kaiden Cardoso’s bat turning heads early; Payano’s performance crucial in ‘24; Is Travis Keys pleasant surprise on mound?; de Oleo picks up where he left off. Our latest news & notes
‘The Chicken’ celebrates 50 years
London-born Ted Giannoulas pioneered the on-field mascot. The ‘class clown’ from the Forest City became the sports world’s most recognizable performer: The Chicken. This spring marks 50 years since he first put on the suit.
Can Lightning regain top spot during home swing?
Around the Perimeter: London opens March tied for second in BSL standings; Defense looking better in last two games; First look at Newfoundland Rogues; Promising debut for Tisdale; Six straight at Bud Gardens
First-place Lightning look to snap mini-skid
Two straight losses, a week apart, have Lightning looking for answers; Millinghaus continues to score — off the bench; Free-throw shooting holding Lightning back; This week: TBL’s Pharaohs, then a showdown in Sudbury
Shadell a survivor — on and off the court
His on-court energy — and jubilance — is infectious. It’s real, but it’s only part of Shadell Millinghaus. He’s also a survivor, with mental scars from past trauma and depression. Faith, family and basketball have gotten him through.
Jenkins did it all — including balling with Globetrotters
Hall-of-Fame pitcher Fergie Jenkins, who played two seasons with the London Majors post-retirement, did it all during his athletic career. One of his highlights? Playing for the Harlem Globetrotters.
Lightning top TBL, take first Windsor rematch
Seven straight wins have London Lightning looking good; Team-wide double digit feat a franchise first; Recalculating Plumb’s win count; How do London’s stats stack up? It’s Tri-State & Montreal this weekend
White, the storied vet, just wants to win
Billy White achieved pretty much every individual accomplishment in the NBLC. A surprise addition to the London Lightning this season, he’s got one thing in mind: winning a championship in Year 1 of the BSL.
Lightning ditch early woes, bring 4-game win streak to TBL
Four straight wins cured what ailed Lightning in their first two outings; What’s with all the fouls?; Millinghaus makes an impression; How to use Jachai? It’s Rhode Island Friday & Sunday. Our latest news/notes …