The Heights

Season in Review: 2019 Baseball

Bradley Smart • June 19, 2019

Behind three talented freshman and All-ACC First Team pitcher, BC heated up late, won two games at the ACC Tournament for the first time since 2009, and set the stage for an exciting 2020 season.

‘He’s that guy’: In Year Three, Gian Martellini Has Emerged as the Face of Birdball

Michael Sullivan • February 28, 2018

During his first two years on the Heights, Gian Martellini elevated his baseball IQ, improved his defense behind the plate, and, most importantly, learned to never dog out a pop up. Now, as an upperclassman, he's the man in charge.

BC Needs More Than One Answer To Replace Chris Shaw

Alec Greaney • June 11, 2015

No one man can replace a bat like Chris Shaw. Scouting, other bats, and a little luck are the key.

Chris Shaw Selected 31st Overall By San Francisco Giants

Michael Sullivan • June 9, 2015

The BC slugger joins Tony Sanchez and Chris Lambert as the school's only baseball players drafted in the first round of the MLB Draft.

Birdball’s Season Is Over, But The Story Doesn’t Have To Be

Alec Greaney • May 18, 2015

Birdball won't head into the summer with a perfect ending, but it's possible that it may just yet to be written.

Eagles Topple Georgia Tech In ALS Awareness Game

Michael Hoff • April 19, 2015

With Pete Frates in attendance, Birdball defeated the Yellow Jackets in the fourth annual ALS Awareness Game.

Shaw Out With Hand Injury; Burke, Skogsbergh Done For Year

Alec Greaney • April 11, 2015

Outfielder Chris Shaw will see a specialist for a hand injury sustained during Friday's game, while right-handed pitchers Jeff Burke and Bobby Skogsbergh will undergo season-ending surgery this week.

After A Disappointing Year, BC Needs A Savior And New Life

Jack Stedman • April 9, 2015

A look at the people who have the ability to rescue BC athletics.

Eagles Advance To Beanpot Final In First Game At Shea Field

Michael Sullivan • April 8, 2015

In the season opener at Shea Field this season, the Eagles overcame frigid temperatures (and a little bit of hail) to defeat the Huskies and advance to the Beanpot final at Fenway Park.

Shaw’s Three Home Runs Stave Off Sweep By Demon Deacons

Conor Finn • April 7, 2015

Thanks to a three home run, seven RBI game on Sunday by right fielder Chris Shaw, the Eagles salvaged a game in a three-game set against the Demon Deacons.

Birdball Finishes Weekend With Sweep Of Duke

Alec Greaney • March 30, 2015

A sweep of Duke University in Newark, Del. capped off a stellar week for the Eagles, who have won six straight games.

Shea It Ain’t So: Finding A New Home For BC Baseball

Tom DeVoto • March 26, 2015

Buried under feet of snow for a few months, Shea Field is nowhere near playing shape. Here are some backup plans in the meantime.