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Ex-Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. to launch hitting competition


Published on 2025-01-22 09:25:20 - MSN
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  • Sluggball, a 4-on-4 baseball competition co-founded by former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr., is expected to debut in May and tour minor league stadiums this season.

Ruben Amaro Jr., the former general manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, is set to launch a new hitting competition named "The 1894 Challenge." This event, inspired by the Phillies' founding year, will feature a unique format where participants compete in a timed hitting challenge. The competition will take place at Citizens Bank Park, with the goal of showcasing hitting skills in a fun, engaging environment. Amaro, who has transitioned into a media role with NBC Sports Philadelphia, aims to bring fans closer to the sport through this innovative event, which will also include various fan activities and could potentially become an annual tradition.

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