Professional broadcaster Mike Ferrin, who has spent more than 17 years at SiriusXM's MLB Network Radio, operated a workshop at the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association's 2023 Career Development Summit in which former players had the opportunity to record a mock radio talk show segment with Ferrin to add to their reel.

The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA) is pleased to announce Texas Rangers infielder Marcus Semien as the overall winner of the 2023 Heart and Hustle Award. This esteemed award honors active players who demonstrate a passion for the game of baseball and best embody the values, spirit and tradition of the game.

The MLBPAA mourns the loss of the organization’s long-time President and Hall of Fame Baltimore Orioles third baseman, Brooks Robinson. Robinson played for the Orioles for his entire 23-year big league career and won 16 Gold Glove Awards.

After having successful Major League careers, members of the MLB Players Alumni Association saw themselves back on the field on Saturday, Sept. 2, in Savannah to take on the internet sensation Bananas. It allowed them to play the game they love again in front of family and friends, although with a circus-like twist.

The next generation of ballplayers learned from veterans of the game in a Major League setting Saturday morning at a clinic in St. Petersburg. There they picked up invaluable knowledge to take with them on their ongoing journey.

The MLBPAA has announced the 30 preliminary winners of the 2023 Heart and Hustle Award. This award honors active players who show a passion for the game of baseball and best embody the values, spirit and traditions of the game.

The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC), the nation’s leading manager of sports and recreation facilities, has teamed up with sports industry leaders, and retired professional male and female athletes to launch PBX Pickleball. Advisors for the new organization include Kevin Youkilis, Tino Martinez, Brad Penny, Kent Mercker and more.