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Housing Policy, Higher Salaries Mark Improvements for Minor League Baseball Players

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First baseman Giovanni “Gio” Brusa plays for the Guadalajara Mariachis in Zapopan, Mexico in 2021. The San Francisco Giants, the organization that drafted Brusa in 2016, cut him in 2020, and Brusa has sought an opportunity in independent baseball leagues since. Photo courtesy of Gio BrusaWithin the past two years, Major League Baseball has raised starting salaries … [Read more...] about Housing Policy, Higher Salaries Mark Improvements for Minor League Baseball Players

Men’s Baseball Sweeps Series Against Villanova

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Pepperdine's senior third baseman Greg Mehlhaff readies his stance in the Feb. 19 game against the Villanova Wildcats. Mehlhaff achieved a .538 hitting average over the weekend. Photo by Denver Patterson Pepperdine's Men's Baseball team (3-0) started the series with a sweep, winning all three games against the Villanova Wildcats (0-3) on Feb 18-20.This game marked both the … [Read more...] about Men’s Baseball Sweeps Series Against Villanova

Become a Wave — A Deep Dive into the Recruitment Process

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Pepperdine Women's Indoor Volleyball sophomore outside hitter Emma Ammerman signs her letter of intent on National Signing Day in 2020. Colorado State and University of Washington both approached Ammerman, but Ammerman settled with Pepperdine. Photo courtesy of Emma Ammerman Men's Volleyball graduate student outside hitter Jaylen Jasper had just finished coaching at the … [Read more...] about Become a Wave — A Deep Dive into the Recruitment Process

Head in the Game: Blake Pou

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Pepperdine baseball team's first baseman and outfielder Blake Pou prioritizes self-reflection and growing from mistakes after a tough game. “Every athlete has times where you go through the ups and downs," Pou said. "But when you are down you have to do your best to stay in the middle.” _______________ Follow the Graphic on Twitter: @peppgraphic Email Gabrielle Salgado: … [Read more...] about Head in the Game: Blake Pou

Hot Shots: Joe Jackson is a Shoe-in for Hall of Fame

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Art by Autumn HardwickAs a Chicago White Sox fan, I was disappointed watching my team fall to the Houston Astros in the ALDS on Oct. 12, but that’s a discussion for another time. Instead, let’s delve into the White Sox's past. I mean, waaay into their past.Bluntly stated, “Shoeless” Joe Jackson should be in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Joe Jackson is a Shoe-in for Hall of Fame