The Shankees are looking for their first win of the season when they host powerful Daom Beisbol Club this Sunday at the Stadium. Despite what has been a dismal run thus far for the Shankees, upon setting sail into the uncharted waters of the Liga Metro’s top division, things are starting to turn around. With an assortment of new talent in the likes of slugger Luis Ramos and pitcher Hector Cuicas, just to name a few, the Shankees Front Office hopes to salvage a few wins with only 8 games remaining. Regardless, team President Paul Perry, has already set his sights on the 2018 baseball horizon, looking to build a talent- packed squad with which to battle among the best in Argentina.
YOUTH TEAM NEWS
The Shankees 15U squad continues to outperform its opponents and improve with every game. The youngsters have won the fourth straight game and are looking towards the playoffs with hopes of winning their first-ever division championship. The 18U squad continues to struggle while the 12U team is having a hard time fielding a team. “It’s not easy getting kids to show-up to the games. Some of the games are really far away, and that’s when it all depends on the parents,” states team President Perry.