Chanclas and cultura: History of Mamapeño, the mascot who has won baseball hearts across San Antonio
Read full article: Chanclas and cultura: History of Mamapeño, the mascot who has won baseball hearts across San AntonioAs Hispanic Heritage Month wraps up on Wednesday, Mamapeño, the official mascot of the Flying Chanclas de San Antonio, has become a favorite at the ballpark — especially among fans and local abuelitas or grandmothers.
Sights & Sounds: San Antonio Missions host Hill Country Strong fundraising game at Wolff Stadium
Read full article: Sights & Sounds: San Antonio Missions host Hill Country Strong fundraising game at Wolff StadiumThe San Antonio Missions hosted a special fundraising game on Saturday to support those impacted by the Hill Country floods.
San Diego Padres, Boston Red Sox join Missions to support Hill Country flood relief efforts
Read full article: San Diego Padres, Boston Red Sox join Missions to support Hill Country flood relief effortsThe San Diego Padres and Boston Red Sox are joining the San Antonio Missions in supporting Hill Country flood relief efforts.
UTSA baseball player wins 2 American Athletic Conference scholar-athlete of the year awards
Read full article: UTSA baseball player wins 2 American Athletic Conference scholar-athlete of the year awardsAfter helping the UTSA baseball program to its best season in school history, James Taussig signed a minor league baseball contract with the Chicago White Sox.
Kayson Cunningham reflects on draft day emotions, next steps with Arizona Diamondbacks
Read full article: Kayson Cunningham reflects on draft day emotions, next steps with Arizona DiamondbacksKayson Cunningham’s lifelong dream became reality on Sunday when the Arizona Diamondbacks selected the 19-year-old shortstop from Johnson High School with the No. 18 overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft.
Former San Antonio high school baseball players selected on Day 2 of MLB Draft
Read full article: Former San Antonio high school baseball players selected on Day 2 of MLB DraftThree former high school athletes from the San Antonio area were selected on the second day of the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft.
San Antonio Missions’ Henry Baez named Texas League Pitcher of the Month for June
Read full article: San Antonio Missions’ Henry Baez named Texas League Pitcher of the Month for JuneSan Antonio Missions’ pitcher Henry Baez was named the Texas League Pitcher of the Month for June, according to a news release.
Luis Patiño makes early impact with San Antonio Missions, reflects on rehab from Tommy John surgery
Read full article: Luis Patiño makes early impact with San Antonio Missions, reflects on rehab from Tommy John surgeryThe San Diego Padres reunited with their former top prospect, right-handed pitcher Luis Patiño, in March of 2024 via waiver claim in the offseason and later re-signed the 25-year-old earlier this year on a minor-league contract.
UTSA baseball’s historic run comes to end with 7-0 loss to UCLA in Super Regional
Read full article: UTSA baseball’s historic run comes to end with 7-0 loss to UCLA in Super RegionalPayton Brennan had three hits, two RBIs and scored two runs on Sunday and UCLA beat UTSA 7-0 to win the Los Angeles Super Regional and advance to the College World Series.
UTSA struggles to hold off Bruins’ late surge, falling 5-2 in Super Regional opener
Read full article: UTSA struggles to hold off Bruins’ late surge, falling 5-2 in Super Regional openerIn their first-ever Super Regional appearance, UTSA fell to UCLA 5-2 in Game 1 at Jackie Robinson Stadium in Los Angeles.
Smithson Valley baseball’s historic playoff run stifled by Aledo’s pitching in Class 5A-DI final
Read full article: Smithson Valley baseball’s historic playoff run stifled by Aledo’s pitching in Class 5A-DI finalUnder the bright lights at Dell Diamond, the Smithson Valley baseball team squared off against the Aledo Bearcats in the UIL Class 5A-DI baseball state championship on Friday.
Braden Nett’s extraordinary journey from Home Depot to Padres’ top Double-A prospect
Read full article: Braden Nett’s extraordinary journey from Home Depot to Padres’ top Double-A prospect22-year-old right-handed pitcher Braden Nett is now recognized as San Diego’s top prospect at the Double-A level.
UTSA baseball practice was focused on the task at hand — beating UCLA
Read full article: UTSA baseball practice was focused on the task at hand — beating UCLAThe UTSA baseball team was back on campus Wednesday afternoon, practicing for their best-of-three NCAA Super Regional series against the 15th-ranked UCLA Bruins.
Smithson Valley baseball chases historic state title at Dell Diamond, inspired by UTSA’s breakthrough run
Read full article: Smithson Valley baseball chases historic state title at Dell Diamond, inspired by UTSA’s breakthrough runSan Antonio’s baseball scene has captured the nation by storm as the University of Texas at San Antonio and Smithson Valley High School find themselves on magical postseason runs.
UTSA takes down No. 2 national seed Texas 7-4 for first trip to super regionals
Read full article: UTSA takes down No. 2 national seed Texas 7-4 for first trip to super regionalsNorris McClure went 3 for 5 with a two-run homer in the first inning and UTSA added five runs in the third to help eliminate No. 2 national seed Texas 7-4 on Sunday night for the Austin Regional championship.
Trinity baseball ready for College World Series run
Read full article: Trinity baseball ready for College World Series runAfter winning their NCAA Division III Super Regional against McMurry University this past weekend, the Trinity University baseball team advanced to the College Baseball World Series for the fourth time in program history.
San Antonio’s Jung brothers bring sibling rivalry, tic-tac-toe to MLB showdown
Read full article: San Antonio’s Jung brothers bring sibling rivalry, tic-tac-toe to MLB showdownSan Antonio’s favorite baseball brothers, Josh and Jace Jung, faced off for the first time in their Major League Baseball careers during Saturday’s Rangers-Tigers game at Comerica Park.
Downtown baseball stadium plan is rounding the bases, but not safe at home yet
Read full article: Downtown baseball stadium plan is rounding the bases, but not safe at home yetThere may not be any designs yet, but the San Antonio Missions’ dream of a downtown, minor league baseball stadium is rounding the baseball diamond toward reality.
City approves next step in proposed downtown ballpark for San Antonio Missions
Read full article: City approves next step in proposed downtown ballpark for San Antonio MissionsThe San Antonio City Council approved the creation of a new development district on Thursday that would own and operate a new downtown baseball stadium for the Missions.
San Antonio Missions to start season with several of Padres’ top prospects on roster
Read full article: San Antonio Missions to start season with several of Padres’ top prospects on rosterSeveral young prospects will be looking to make their marks when the San Antonio Missions take the field at Wolff Stadium on Friday night.
Houston Astros team up with Pinkerton’s Barbeque & Truth BBQ for baseball hat collaboration
Read full article: Houston Astros team up with Pinkerton’s Barbeque & Truth BBQ for baseball hat collaborationBaseball and barbeque have been cherished American traditions for centuries, and their collaboration in creating fun memorabilia and hosting promotional events adds an extra layer of enjoyment.
San Antonio ISD trustees tentatively greenlight sale of key property for downtown Missions stadium
Read full article: San Antonio ISD trustees tentatively greenlight sale of key property for downtown Missions stadiumSan Antonio Independent School District trustees voted 5-1 Monday evening to approve the broad strokes of a deal to turn over a key piece of property for a downtown minor league baseball stadium.

San Antonio ISD swings for fences in Missions stadium land deal, denies playing ‘hardball’
Read full article: San Antonio ISD swings for fences in Missions stadium land deal, denies playing ‘hardball’The San Antonio Independent School District is trying to run up the score in a land deal with the San Antonio Missions and its partners for a 2.3-acre parking lot. "
Concerns raised over potential downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadium
Read full article: Concerns raised over potential downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadiumA 2.3-acre piece of land on Camaron Street near San Pedro Creek Park and West Martin Street is just one point of contention for neighbors as the San Antonio Missions downtown baseball stadium debate continues.
Former Bexar County Judge throws in support for new downtown baseball stadium
Read full article: Former Bexar County Judge throws in support for new downtown baseball stadiumKSAT met former Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff, the namesake of the Missions’ current home stadium, to discuss his feelings about the site moving downtown.
‘The greatest three weeks of my life’: Boerne welcomes home historic Little League World Series team
Read full article: ‘The greatest three weeks of my life’: Boerne welcomes home historic Little League World Series teamAfter finishing 2nd in the U.S. and 4th in the world at the Little League World Series, the Boerne Little League baseball team was welcomed back home with a celebration and parade.
Dedicated fans proud of Boerne’s Little League World Series run
Read full article: Dedicated fans proud of Boerne’s Little League World Series runOn Sunday morning, a smaller but dedicated group of fans watched as Boerne battled Venezuela for the third-place title in the Little League Baseball World Series.
Q&A with Boerne Little League manager Justin Newson following US final of LLWS
Read full article: Q&A with Boerne Little League manager Justin Newson following US final of LLWSBoerne Little League manager Justin Newson spoke with the media after the team’s 10-7 loss to Florida in the United States championship of the Little League Baseball World Series.
KSAT’s Mary Rominger discusses Boerne and Florida’s US final of Little League Baseball World Series
Read full article: KSAT’s Mary Rominger discusses Boerne and Florida’s US final of Little League Baseball World SeriesKSAT Sports Anchor Mary Rominger discusses what she witnessed while visiting Williamsport, Pennsylvania, for the United States final of the Little League Baseball World Series.
Boerne Little Leaguers share winning formula, favorite moments meeting players from all around the world
Read full article: Boerne Little Leaguers share winning formula, favorite moments meeting players from all around the worldThe Boerne Little League team will take the grand stage at Howard J. Lamade Stadium in Williamsport, Pennsylvania for the U.S. crown and a berth in the Little League World Series Championship.
It’s a Texas vs Florida showdown in the Little League World Series and we’re BETTING on Boerne
Read full article: It’s a Texas vs Florida showdown in the Little League World Series and we’re BETTING on BoerneKSAT is so proud of our undefeated Boerne team and since it’s now a Texas vs. Florida showdown, we teamed up with our sister station WKMG in Orlando for a friendly bet.
Williamsport Weather: U.S. final forecast as Boerne advances on ⚾
Read full article: Williamsport Weather: U.S. final forecast as Boerne advances on ⚾While the team had to deal with periods of rain during Wednesday’s game, conditions for Saturday’s game in Williamsport are looking much better! Boerne plays at 2:30 p.m. Saturday on KSAT 12.
Boerne to face undefeated Henderson in Little League World Series showdown
Read full article: Boerne to face undefeated Henderson in Little League World Series showdownThe Boerne all-star baseball team in the Little League World Series is one win away from clinching a spot in the United States final of the tournament.
Boerne’s Little League Baseball World Series run benefiting businesses
Read full article: Boerne’s Little League Baseball World Series run benefiting businessesThe Boerne all-star baseball team is on a historic Little League Baseball World Series run. As the boys continue to advance, crowds at watch parties in Boerne are growing.
Boerne baseball team advances to US semifinals of Little League Baseball World Series
Read full article: Boerne baseball team advances to US semifinals of Little League Baseball World SeriesThe pitcher’s duel between Boerne’s Julian Hurst and Lake Mary, Florida’s J.J. Feliciano early on in the Little League Baseball World Series U.S. quarterfinal seemed like it would set the tone for the game.
‘It was fun to see’: Boerne Little League players, coach discuss 9-0 win at Little League World Series
Read full article: ‘It was fun to see’: Boerne Little League players, coach discuss 9-0 win at Little League World SeriesAfter a dominant 9-0 win over the Mid-Atlantic team from Newtown, Pennsylvania, the Boerne Little League players and coach discussed their win on Thursday night.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Missions ballpark coming to downtown
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses San Antonio Missions ballpark coming to downtownSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss the San Antonio Missions coming to downtown. Nirenberg also discussed how the ballpark will be financed.
Community rallies behind Boerne’s Little League Baseball World Series-bound team
Read full article: Community rallies behind Boerne’s Little League Baseball World Series-bound teamA Boerne baseball team will represent the Southwest region in the Little League Baseball World Series after securing a victory against Louisiana on Tuesday.
Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez hits for cycle against Mariners
Read full article: Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez hits for cycle against MarinersAstros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez hit for the cycle against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday, becoming the 10th player in Houston history to accomplish the feat.
‘We can’t wait to watch’: New Braunfels community excited for Jordan Westburg’s MLB All-Star appearance
Read full article: ‘We can’t wait to watch’: New Braunfels community excited for Jordan Westburg’s MLB All-Star appearanceThe outfield wall at New Braunfels High School’s baseball field has four plaques representing the players who have made it to the MLB from their program.
Texas Land commissioner recruits San Antonio Missions’ players for severe weather preparation video series
Read full article: Texas Land commissioner recruits San Antonio Missions’ players for severe weather preparation video seriesThe Texas General Land Office joined forces with several marquee players on the San Antonio Missions’ Double-A team for a series of presentations on how to prepare for severe weather.
Texas A&M baseball Coach Jim Schlossnagle leaving to coach Texas Longhorns, reports say
Read full article: Texas A&M baseball Coach Jim Schlossnagle leaving to coach Texas Longhorns, reports sayAccording to a report by 247 Longhorns’ Chip Brown, sources have leaked that Schlossnagle will be leaving to become the new head coach of the Texas Longhorns.
Tennessee earns first national title in baseball with 6-5 win over Texas A&M
Read full article: Tennessee earns first national title in baseball with 6-5 win over Texas A&MThe Volunteers bounced back from a Game 1 loss to win two straight and become the first No. 1 national seed in the NCAA Tournament to win the title since Miami in 1999.
Dodgers blast 5 homers - 4 in 6th inning - in 15-2 rout of World Series champion Rangers
Read full article: Dodgers blast 5 homers - 4 in 6th inning - in 15-2 rout of World Series champion RangersShohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Teoscar Hernández and Jason Heyward homered in a seven-run sixth inning as the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the defending World Series champion Texas Rangers 15-2.
Johnson baseball advances to state after defeating O’Connor in regional final
Read full article: Johnson baseball advances to state after defeating O’Connor in regional finalWin or go home, that’s what was on the line on Saturday afternoon for the O’Connor Panthers and the Johnson Jaguars in Game 3 of the Class 6A UIL regional final.
Lightning delays opener of UIL Class 6A regional final between O’Connor, Johnson
Read full article: Lightning delays opener of UIL Class 6A regional final between O’Connor, JohnsonA weather delay postponed the conclusion of Game 1 between two San Antonio teams vying for a bid to the state baseball tournament.
Contreras hits 3-run homer off Verlander to give Brewers 4-2 win over Astros
Read full article: Contreras hits 3-run homer off Verlander to give Brewers 4-2 win over AstrosWilliam Contreras hit a go-ahead three-run homer off Justin Verlander in the fifth inning to give the Milwaukee Brewers a 4-2 win over the Houston Astros.
San Antonio Missions hop on the Victor Wembanyama train with ‘Wemby Night’
Read full article: San Antonio Missions hop on the Victor Wembanyama train with ‘Wemby Night’As a way to celebrate Victor Wembanyama's Rookie of the Year award, the San Antonio Missions are hosting a “Wemby Night” on Wednesday, May 29 when they take on the Frisco RoughRiders.
Astros' Verlander to make second and likely final rehab start Saturday for Double-A Corpus Christi
Read full article: Astros' Verlander to make second and likely final rehab start Saturday for Double-A Corpus ChristiHouston ace Justin Verlander is scheduled to make his second and likely final rehabilitation start for Double-A Corpus Christi on Saturday night.
AL West Preview: Astros still top the division while Rangers are reigning World Series champions
Read full article: AL West Preview: Astros still top the division while Rangers are reigning World Series championsThe Texas Rangers are reigning World Series champions for the first time and have an opportunity to become the first team in a quarter-century to win back-to-back titles.
An arrest has been made in the theft of a Jackie Robinson statue later found dismantled and burned
Read full article: An arrest has been made in the theft of a Jackie Robinson statue later found dismantled and burnedA 45-year-old man was arrested in the theft of a bronze Jackie Robinson statue that was cut off at the ankles and found days later smoldering in a trash can in a city park in Kansas, police announced Tuesday.
Astros agree to 1-year deals with 6 players, including All-Stars Framber Valdez and Kyle Tucker
Read full article: Astros agree to 1-year deals with 6 players, including All-Stars Framber Valdez and Kyle TuckerThe Houston Astros have agreed with six players on one-year contracts that avoided arbitration, including All-Star lefty Framber Valdez and outfielder Kyle Tucker.
Why Shohei Ohtani’s heavily-deferred contract could be model pro athletes ask for going forward
Read full article: Why Shohei Ohtani’s heavily-deferred contract could be model pro athletes ask for going forwardOhtani has decided to defer $680 million of the contract until after his playing days are over, meaning he’ll take in roughly $2 million of salary each year for the duration of the contract that will run through 2033.
Astros GM says team has no interest in trading Alex Bregman
Read full article: Astros GM says team has no interest in trading Alex BregmanHouston Astros general manager Dana Brown says the team isn’t exploring trades for Alex Bregman, even though the All-Star third baseman’s contract is set to expire after the 2024 season.
Joe Espada introduced as manager of Astros, replacing Dusty Baker, who retired last month
Read full article: Joe Espada introduced as manager of Astros, replacing Dusty Baker, who retired last monthJoe Espada was introduced as manager of the Houston Astros on Monday, replacing Dusty Baker, who retired last month.
San Antonio Little League baseball team to host charity tournament for 6-year-old teammate diagnosed with cancer
Read full article: San Antonio Little League baseball team to host charity tournament for 6-year-old teammate diagnosed with cancerA 6-year-old Little League baseball champion was forced off the field by a devastating leukemia diagnosis.
Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 victory over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5
Read full article: Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 victory over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5Nathan Eovaldi pitched six gutsy innings, Mitch Garver broke a scoreless tie with an RBI single in the seventh and the Texas Rangers won their first World Series championship by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 in Game 5.
Baseball newborn babies at North Central Baptist Hospital ready to cheer on Texas Rangers
Read full article: Baseball newborn babies at North Central Baptist Hospital ready to cheer on Texas RangersThe tiniest baseball fans are ready to cheer on the Texas Rangers as they prepare for game 3 of the World Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Rangers build big early lead off Valdez, hold on for 5-4 win over Astros to take 2-0 lead in ALCS
Read full article: Rangers build big early lead off Valdez, hold on for 5-4 win over Astros to take 2-0 lead in ALCSJonah Heim homered, Nathan Eovaldi pitched six effective innings and the Texas Rangers beat Framber Valdez and Houston Astros 5-4 for a 2-0 lead in the AL Championship Series.
Rangers and MLB unveil logo for 2024 All-Star Game that will be bigger than 1995 game Texas’ hosted
Read full article: Rangers and MLB unveil logo for 2024 All-Star Game that will be bigger than 1995 game Texas’ hostedThe MLB All-Star Game has grown into a truly Texas-sized event since the last time the Rangers hosted the midsummer classic.