Alyssa Polczynski

Expertise:
MLB, Detroit Tigers, Golf
Education:
Arizona State University
Location:
Scottsdale, Arizona

Experience

Alyssa Polczynski (Paul-zin-ski) is a multimedia journalist with a passion for storytelling and impactful content. She currently covers Major League Baseball and golf for Heavy.com. Her background includes work as an editorial producer for MLB.com and contributions to the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR), where she honed her skills in editorial strategy, research, and digital publishing.

Originally from Michigan, Polczynski’s passion for sports media began early and has taken many forms over the years—from writing sports features and managing social media accounts to authoring children’s books. She brings a versatile voice to every platform, always aiming to inform and engage.





Education

Polczynski holds a bachelor’s degree in sports journalism and a master’s degree in mass communication from Arizona State University.

Latest Articles From Alyssa Polczynski

Cameron Young Makes History at Wyndham as Playoff Race Heats Up

Cameron Young Makes History at Wyndham as Playoff Race Heats Up

Riley Greene’s Mustache Has Entered the Chat–and the Tigers Are Winning

Riley Greene’s Mustache Has Entered the Chat–and the Tigers Are Winning

Japanese Trio Sets the Pace at AIG Women’s Open Opening Round

Japanese Trio Sets the Pace at AIG Women’s Open Opening Round

MLB’s Next Big Event? A Ballgame in a NASCAR Colosseum

MLB’s Next Big Event? A Ballgame in a NASCAR Colosseum

Echavarría’s Sports Psychologist Has This Advice for Golfers

Echavarría’s Sports Psychologist Has This Advice for Golfers

One of Golf’s Hottest Names Just Pulled Out of the Wyndham

One of Golf’s Hottest Names Just Pulled Out of the Wyndham

Does a Tiny Putter Give You a Bigger Edge? One Pro Thinks So

Does a Tiny Putter Give You a Bigger Edge? One Pro Thinks So

Backed by Major Funding, Grass League Aims to Change the Golf Game

Backed by Major Funding, Grass League Aims to Change the Golf Game

Charlie Woods Is Earning Lessons in Golf–and Generational Wealth

Charlie Woods Is Earning Lessons in Golf–and Generational Wealth

OTD in 1990: Nolan Ryan Reached an Untouchable Milestone

OTD in 1990: Nolan Ryan Reached an Untouchable Milestone

Orioles-Cubs Deal Brings Switch-Hitting Prospect Into Pipeline

Orioles-Cubs Deal Brings Switch-Hitting Prospect Into Pipeline

Orioles Trade Veteran Infielder for Young Astros Arm

Orioles Trade Veteran Infielder for Young Astros Arm

Tigers-Guardians Deal Adds World Series Reliever, DFA Ex-First-Rounder

Tigers-Guardians Deal Adds World Series Reliever, DFA Ex-First-Rounder

Why Charley Hull Says Watching Golf Feels Like a Chore

Why Charley Hull Says Watching Golf Feels Like a Chore

The Women’s Open Returns to One of Golf’s Most Stunning Stages

The Women’s Open Returns to One of Golf’s Most Stunning Stages

Turnberry Isle’s 18th Hole Becomes a Burial Site

Turnberry Isle’s 18th Hole Becomes a Burial Site

Gamble Sands Levels Up With New Layout: Scarecrow

Gamble Sands Levels Up With New Layout: Scarecrow

Tigers Acquire Bullpen Help From Braves in Latest Deadline Deal

Tigers Acquire Bullpen Help From Braves in Latest Deadline Deal

MiLB’s Latest Stunt Ends in Record-Breaking Fashion

MiLB’s Latest Stunt Ends in Record-Breaking Fashion

Seattle Adds Bullpen Help in Pirates Deal, Eyes More Deadline Moves

Seattle Adds Bullpen Help in Pirates Deal, Eyes More Deadline Moves

Adam Scott Opens Up on PGA–LIV Merger: ‘Quite An Experience’

Adam Scott Opens Up on PGA–LIV Merger: ‘Quite An Experience’

LIV Golf to Outpace PGA with Record Payouts in 2026

LIV Golf to Outpace PGA with Record Payouts in 2026

New No. 1 Emerges in NV5 Invitational Showdown, Earns Tour Card

New No. 1 Emerges in NV5 Invitational Showdown, Earns Tour Card

Is Christian Yelich Quietly Crafting a HOF Resume in Milwaukee?

Is Christian Yelich Quietly Crafting a HOF Resume in Milwaukee?

Top 5 Worst Umpire Calls in MLB: Walsh Makes the List

Top 5 Worst Umpire Calls in MLB: Walsh Makes the List

70 Years Strong–Michigan’s Most Powerful Golf Tradition Returns

70 Years Strong–Michigan’s Most Powerful Golf Tradition Returns

Tampa Bay Bets on Long-Term Value in Deal with Marlins

Tampa Bay Bets on Long-Term Value in Deal with Marlins

Three Rookies Poised to Shake Up the FedExCup at Sedgefield

Three Rookies Poised to Shake Up the FedExCup at Sedgefield

Local Amateur Stuns Field to Capture Epson Tour Title in Toledo

Local Amateur Stuns Field to Capture Epson Tour Title in Toledo

Brewers Acquire Veteran Catcher from Rays Before Deadline

Brewers Acquire Veteran Catcher from Rays Before Deadline