Mike Ashmore

National Hockey Writer at The Trentonian

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Slugger who put High School Home Run Derby on map in 2013 resurfaces in Yankees system

5 days ago | mycentraljersey.com | Mike Ashmore

Mike AshmoreSpecial to MyCentralJersey.comDespite being drafted high by the Brewers, Gatewood struggled in their system and eventually played in Mexico and the independent Atlantic League. Gatewood signed with the Yankees organization and is determined to make it to the major leagues. He credits his faith, wife, and a sports psychologist for helping him improve his approach and handle pressure.
Rangers look toward future after disappointing season ends without playoff berth

6 days ago | trentonian.com | Mike Ashmore

NEW YORK — And the waiting is over. For the New York Rangers season to finally end, that is. If nothing else, the Blueshirts sent legendary Hall of Fame broadcaster Sam Rosen out on a good note with a 4-0 shutout win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in the season finale at Madison Square Garden on Thursday night, as fans were chanting his name after he was named the game’s first star following his final trip to the press box.
Yankees second-rounder dazzles in Double-A debut following devastating setback

1 week ago | mycentraljersey.com | Mike Ashmore

Show Caption Hide Caption Yankees prospect Spencer Jones talks torpedo bats, plate consistencySpencer Jones, the Yankees' No. 6 prospect according to Baseball America, will be the big name to watch in Somerset to begin the 2025 season. BRIDGEWATER – Brendan Beck isn’t one to think about making up for lost time. Unfortunately, there’s been far too much of that in his professional career thus far, so he chooses to focus on what remains a bright future.
Yankees' Clarke Schmidt sharp in final expected rehab outing in Somerset

2 weeks ago | mycentraljersey.com | Mike Ashmore

Show Caption Hide Caption Yankees prospect Spencer Jones talks torpedo bats, plate consistencySpencer Jones, the Yankees' No. 6 prospect according to Baseball America, will be the big name to watch in Somerset to begin the 2025 season. Schmidt, recovering from right shoulder tendinitis, struck out four and allowed three hits. He is expected to rejoin the Yankees rotation for his next start on April 15 or 16.
Yankees undrafted slugger looks to continue unexpected breakout with Double-A Somerset

2 weeks ago | mycentraljersey.com | Mike Ashmore

BRIDGEWATER – There wasn’t a player in the Yankees farm system who did more for his stock last year than Rafael Flores. That ascent hasn’t stopped yet. When the Somerset Patriots hold their scheduled home opener at TD Bank Ballpark against the Reading Fightin’ Phils at 6:35 p.m. Tuesday night, it’s the 24-year-old catcher/first baseman who will be coming in with the most momentum, having posted a 1.231 OPS, two homers and five RBI in the team’s season-opening series in Hartford.
Rangers’ playoff hopes dented by rival Devils

2 weeks ago | readingeagle.com | Mike Ashmore

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Rangers’ playoff hopes dented by rival Devils

2 weeks ago | mcall.com | Mike Ashmore

NEWARK – The New York Rangers remain consistent in their inconsistency. In a season that seems like it will end without a trip to the playoffs, the Blueshirts once again failed to string together three straight wins, falling to the New Jersey Devils, 4-0, at the Prudential Center on Sunday afternoon.
Rangers’ playoff hopes dented by rival Devils

2 weeks ago | timesherald.com | Mike Ashmore

If Rick Tocchet becomes available, he should be Flyers’ top coaching choice
Where to find FSS alums in pro ball in 2025

2 weeks ago | futurestarsseries.com | Mike Ashmore

As the list of alumni of the New Balance Baseball Future Stars Series both grows and improves, it’s more and more interesting to see where players we’ve helped along the way end up to start a new season. 2025 is no different, but features more big leaguers than ever before, with seven having gone from playing in FSS events to reaching the game’s highest level, with plenty more to come.
All eyes on top Yankees prospect beginning 2025 season with Double-A Somerset

2 weeks ago | mycentraljersey.com | Mike Ashmore

BRIDGEWATER – With an Opening Day roster missing many of the Yankees’ top prospects, most eyes on the Somerset Patriots this season will be firmly on Spencer Jones – again. Set for their fifth season as the Double-A affiliate of the Yankees, Somerset will open on the road this year with a three-game series in Hartford before returning to TD Bank Ballpark for a six-game homestand against the Reading Fightin’ Phils.