We can’t follow the real start to the MLB season yet, so a simulation will have to do, Travis Lazarczyk writes.
Travis Lazarczyk
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Travis Lazarczyk has covered sports for the Portland Press Herald since 2021. A Vermont native, he graduated from the University of Maine in 1995 with a BA in English. After a few years working as a sports information director and in the ski industry, he began his journalism career at the Berlin (N.H.) Reporter in 1999. Prior to joining the Press Herald, Lazarczyk spent 20 years covering sports in central Maine at the Morning Sentinel and Kennebec Journal. He's been twice honored as the Maine Sportswriter of the Year by the National Sports Media Association.
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Area distance runners still eager for postponed Boston Marathon
Central Mainers will train throughout the summer for the prestigious race, which was postponed to Sept. 14.
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Waterville homeless shelter coronavirus-free despite being at capacity, director says
Guests of the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter who are considered a higher risk for the virus are being housed in local hotels.
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Local boxers keep training, waiting and hoping for next shot in the ring
Brandon Berry and Justin Rolfe eager to be ready when they’re allowed to fight again.
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Central Maine professional baseball players still hoping for a season
Sam and Jake Dexter, as well as Cody Laweryson, have had their careers put on hold during the coronavirus outbreak.
Posted inSidelines, Sports
Sidelines: Mountain biking trails are a source of comfort for Winslow couple
Glenn and Laurie Fenlason carved miles and miles of trails on the land behind their home, Travis Lazarczyk writes.
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Recreational athletes get creative to maintain workouts during coronavirus pandemic
With races and most other events cancelled, local athletes try to find motivation in a variety of ways.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Orlando Magic head coach and Maine native Steve Clifford waiting patiently for NBA’s return
The UMaine-Farmington graduate is isolating in Orlando, watching film of his team during the league shutdown.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Central Maine Girls Basketball Player of the Year: Jaycie Christopher, Skowhegan
The emerging sophomore dominated KVAC competition in her first season as a starter.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Central Maine Girls Basketball Coach of the Year: Mike Gray, Gardiner
Gray guided the Tigers to their first regional championship game in five years.