Team Israel

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For the third time ever, an MLB game featured a Jewish pitcher, catcher and batter at the same moment

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 12 Aug

During a recent MLB game between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks, pitcher Max Lazar recorded his first MLB strikeout against batter Joc Pederson, with catcher Garrett Stubbs behind the plate, marking only the third instance of a Jewish pitcher-catcher-batter combination in MLB history.

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The Jewish Sport Report: How playing for Team Israel changed Garrett Stubbs’ relationship with the country he still hopes to visit

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 19 Jul

Garrett Stubbs, a Philadelphia Phillies catcher, reflects on his experience playing for Team Israel in the World Baseball Classic, expressing a desire to visit Israel in the future.

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The Jewish Sport Report: A Jewish guide to the 2024 MLB season

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 22 Mar

The article provides a comprehensive overview of the 2024 MLB season from a Jewish perspective, highlighting Jewish players in the league, including Alex Bregman, Max Fried, and Joc Pederson.

0 Sports Culture

An interview with two-time World Series champion Alex Bregman

Menschwarmers · 20 Mar

Houston Astros' star Alex Bregman shares his thoughts on Jewish identity in Major League Baseball, discussing memorable moments like the all-Jewish play in the 2021 World Series and his aspirations to join Team Israel.

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An interview with two-time World Series champion Alex Bregman

Menschwarmers · 20 Mar

Alex Bregman, two-time World Series champion with the Houston Astros, reflects on his Jewish heritage, recalling a historic moment from the 2021 World Series involving three Jewish players.

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Team Israel is launching an American organization to support baseball’s growth in Israel

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 18 Mar

Israel Baseball Americas (IBA) is a newly launched American organization aiming to expand and support baseball in Israel.

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The Jewish Sport Report: How this pro basketball player is using sports to inspire Israeli kids

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 23 Feb

Jared Armstrong, a professional basketball player with Elitzur Ashkelon, is using sports to inspire Israeli children by running free basketball clinics in Ashkelon as a way to promote Black-Jewish relations and provide a positive escape for kids facing challenges.

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Israeli ballplayer Assaf Lowengart signs with MLB-affiliated independent team: ‘I’m trying to break as many ceilings as I can’

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 8 Feb

Assaf Lowengart, a 25-year-old Israeli ballplayer, has become the first Israeli-born position player to sign a professional baseball contract in the United States.

0 Sports Jewish Law

Jewish outfielder Harrison Bader signs with the New York Mets

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 4 Jan

Jewish outfielder Harrison Bader has signed a one-year, $10.5 million contract with the New York Mets.

0 Sports Culture

These Jewish lawyers’ son was drafted by the A’s. Then the Dodgers picked his brother.

Louis Keene in Forward · 21 Jul 2023

The Gelof brothers, Zack and Jake, are emerging Jewish stars in Major League Baseball, having both been recently drafted by MLB teams—the Oakland Athletics and the Los Angeles Dodgers, respectively.

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How Playing Baseball With Team Israel Transformed Ryan Lavarnway’s Life

People of the Pod · 27 Apr 2023

Retired Major League Baseball catcher Ryan Lavarnway reflects on his experience playing for Team Israel in the World Baseball Classic and the Olympics.

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S4E3 - Get to know Spencer Horwitz, Blue Jays prospect and Team Israel sparkplug

Menschwarmers · 14 Mar 2023

Spencer Horwitz, a promising prospect for the Toronto Blue Jays and a key player for Team Israel, recently made an impact at the World Baseball Classic by hitting Israel's first RBI, ultimately contributing to a surprising victory for the team.

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For Better And For Worse, Israel On My Mind

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 13 Mar 2023

The author reflects on their emotional connection to Israel and the current political tensions in the country.

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S4E2 - A deep dive into Israel's roster at the World Baseball Classic, feat. Ryan Lavarnway

Menschwarmers · 3 Mar 2023

Israel's baseball team is gearing up for the World Baseball Classic, making a return five years after their impressive performance in 2017.

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Is White Sox ace Dylan Cease Jewish? We tried to find out.

Louis Keene in Forward · 18 Jan 2023

Dylan Cease, the Chicago White Sox pitcher, gained attention from Jewish baseball fans due to his appearance on Team Israel's early roster for the World Baseball Classic, sparking curiosity about his Jewish heritage.

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S3E8 - Know a teenage Jewish baseball prodigy? Now's their chance to try out for Team Israel

Menschwarmers · 28 Apr 2022

Brad Eisen, a former sports front-office staffer, is launching the Israel Baseball Academy to provide young Jewish baseball players in North America with an opportunity to try out for Team Israel.

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S2E24 - Year in review: The biggest Jewish sports moments of 2021

Menschwarmers · 16 Dec 2021

In the podcast episode S2E24, the hosts James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver review the significant Jewish sports moments of 2021, ranging from Joc Pederson's achievements to Meyers Leonard's controversial slur and successes like Sue Bird's basketball victory contrasted with Team Israel's baseball loss.

0 Sports Holidays

S2E23 - Hanukkah miracles: 9 Jewish sports streaks that defied expectations

Menschwarmers · 25 Nov 2021

In a podcast episode celebrating Hanukkah, the Menschwarmers discuss 9 Jewish sports streaks that defied expectations, including Team Israel's surprising success and Sue Bird's Olympic victories.

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Team Israel, Aliyah Heroes

Chana Weinberg in Tablet · 6 Aug 2021

Team Israel, composed of American-born players and players who made aliyah (immigrated to Israel), recently competed in the Olympic games in Tokyo.

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S2E12 - Will Israel's baseball team medal at the Olympics?

Menschwarmers · 7 Jul 2021

In episode 12 of Menschwarmers podcast, the discussion revolves around whether Israel's baseball team will win a medal at the Tokyo Olympics, with hosts James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver expressing their support despite the early viewing times.

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S2E9 - An Interview with Cody Decker

Menschwarmers · 26 May 2021

Cody Decker, a retired professional baseball player active in the sports world, discusses his career and Jewish identity in a generous interview.

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S2E8 - Meet the self-proclaimed "King of Jewish Baseball"

Menschwarmers · 11 May 2021

Nate Fish, known as the "King of Jewish Baseball," has a background in coaching and playing for various teams such as Team USA, the Tel Aviv Lightning, and the Savannah Bananas.

0 Sports Television/Film

The Tale of Team Israel

Menschwarmers · 10 May 2019

The Menschwarmers podcast recently interviewed Jonathan Mayo about baseball journalism, discussing Team Israel's unexpected success and the documentary "Heading Home: The Tale of Team Israel."

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