Lead Story - 6/6/2017

Yarmouth-Dennis CF Blake Rutherford declares for 2025 draft

Red Sox center fielder Blake Rutherford has decided that it is time to test his skills at the next level. Rutherford joined the Yarmouth-Dennis organization of the Cape Cod league at 15 years old out of Simi Valley, CA. An All-Star in 2023, he is considered one of the top OF in the league. He is eligible for one more year in Cape Cod, however after 7 seasons, he feels that it is time for another opportunity. "I think that i can contribute to a MLB:R2WS team in 2025, but if they think i need more development, i will follow whatever path they choose for me," stated Rutherford. Blake has played RF for most of this season, but Red Sox management has agreed to let him finish out the year in CF.

6/6/2017

Hot International Prospect chooses to play in new Caribbean League

A major topic of debate for the last few seasons of the Cape Cod League has been when Brewster Whitecaps RF Jhailyn Ortiz will attempt to make the jump to the MLB:R2WS. It won't be 2025. Ortiz has decided to play a season in the newly formed Caribbean League in it's inaugural season. A product of Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic, Ortiz will most likely be the starting RF for a very strong Dominican team. Harwich Mariners SS Willy Adames has also declared for the team. As playing for one's country has major appeal, it is likely that many top international prospects will opt for the opportunity to play a season in the Caribbean league.

League Chat Box

5/24/2017

Pitchers have two different results in 1st rehab start

Dylan Bundy was stellar in his first rehab start for Peoria. He went 6.1 innings, and only gave up 3 hits and no runs. All 3 hits were against lefties. For Scottsdale, Bradley gave up 5 hits and 7 runs in 4.2 innings vs. Glendale.