Minor-League Monday (June 26-July 2, 2017)

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By Scott Barancik, Editor Here are your minor-league highlights from the week of June 26-July 2, 2017: Jewish Baseball News Hitter of the Week: Blake Gailen* In his first week back in the MLB-affiliated minor leagues since 2015, LF Blake Gailen* (Dodgers/AA) hit .333 (5-for-15) with 3 RBIs, highlighted by a two-homer performance on July 1. Jewish Baseball…

The Jews of the 2016 MLB draft

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By Scott Barancik, Editor At least 16 Jewish players were picked in the annual MLB draft that took place earlier this month. We’re going to tell you a little bit about each one. First, the list: Andy Yerzy (C), D’backs (2nd round, #52 overall) Kenny Rosenberg (P), Rays (8th, #240) Jason Goldstein (C), Mariners (9th, #267) Mitchell…