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

‘We’re Some Dogs’: Angels Bite Back with 8-Game Win Streak

‘We’re Some Dogs’: Angels Bite Back with 8-Game Win Streak

Rays Brandon Lowe Delivers Unforgettable ‘True Unicorn’ Home Run

Rays Brandon Lowe Delivers Unforgettable ‘True Unicorn’ Home Run

Ex-Brewer Takes Legal Action Against Reds for Injury That Ended His Career

Ex-Brewer Takes Legal Action Against Reds for Injury That Ended His Career

‘Overrated’: Pete Rose, the Dodgers, and Our Broken Sports Debates

‘Overrated’: Pete Rose, the Dodgers, and Our Broken Sports Debates

Veteran Pitcher Delivers Shutout Debut After Signing with White Sox

Veteran Pitcher Delivers Shutout Debut After Signing with White Sox

Brewers ‘Catching Guru’ Embraces New Title After Two Decades in Baseball

Brewers ‘Catching Guru’ Embraces New Title After Two Decades in Baseball

Dodgers Prospect Kendall George Highlights Speed in High-A Game

Dodgers Prospect Kendall George Highlights Speed in High-A Game

Twins ‘Amazing Run’ Snapped as Rookie Falters in Big League Debut

Twins ‘Amazing Run’ Snapped as Rookie Falters in Big League Debut

Arizona Pitcher’s Changeup Devastates Rockies in Near-No-Hit Effort

Arizona Pitcher’s Changeup Devastates Rockies in Near-No-Hit Effort

Detroit Tigers Prospect Sparks Comeback Season in West Michigan

Detroit Tigers Prospect Sparks Comeback Season in West Michigan

Frelick’s Defensive Gem Highlights His ‘Winning Player’ Mentality

Frelick’s Defensive Gem Highlights His ‘Winning Player’ Mentality

‘Virtual Locks’ Tigers Surge Toward Playoffs with Best Odds in the AL

‘Virtual Locks’ Tigers Surge Toward Playoffs with Best Odds in the AL

Nationals MacKenzie Gore’s Chaos Start Still Makes MLB History

Nationals MacKenzie Gore’s Chaos Start Still Makes MLB History

Reds Former Broadcaster Blasts MLB’s Timing on Rose’s HOF Reinstatement

Reds Former Broadcaster Blasts MLB’s Timing on Rose’s HOF Reinstatement

Rangers Bruce Bochy Climbs Into MLB History, Passing Sparky Anderson

Rangers Bruce Bochy Climbs Into MLB History, Passing Sparky Anderson

Brewers Phenom Hits 103 MPH in Dominant Triple-A Outing

Brewers Phenom Hits 103 MPH in Dominant Triple-A Outing

What Started as Booth Banter Becomes a Ballpark Bonus for Brewers Fans

What Started as Booth Banter Becomes a Ballpark Bonus for Brewers Fans

Malloy’s Ninth-Inning Heroics Lift ‘Gritty Tigs’ to Sweep of Red Sox

Malloy’s Ninth-Inning Heroics Lift ‘Gritty Tigs’ to Sweep of Red Sox

‘Bruce, You Got Me’: Bret Boone Embraces Unexpected Coaching Comeback

‘Bruce, You Got Me’: Bret Boone Embraces Unexpected Coaching Comeback

‘It Just Happened’: Angels Reliever Out for Season After Shoulder Procedure

‘It Just Happened’: Angels Reliever Out for Season After Shoulder Procedure

Young Mariners Pitcher Benched as Injury Wave Hits Rotation Again

Young Mariners Pitcher Benched as Injury Wave Hits Rotation Again

Beloved Cardinals Star Announces Retirement After 14 Seasons

Beloved Cardinals Star Announces Retirement After 14 Seasons

Guardians Stephen Vogt Has ‘Awesome Moment’ During Mother’s Day Broadcast

Guardians Stephen Vogt Has ‘Awesome Moment’ During Mother’s Day Broadcast

Tigers Veteran Returns to Comerica Park in a New Role

Tigers Veteran Returns to Comerica Park in a New Role

Cardinals Named ‘Biggest Riser’ in Rankings After Hot Streak Continues

Cardinals Named ‘Biggest Riser’ in Rankings After Hot Streak Continues

Tic-Tac-Bro: The Jung Brothers Turn Third Base Into a Game Board

Tic-Tac-Bro: The Jung Brothers Turn Third Base Into a Game Board

‘He’s Grounded’: Yelich’s Slump-Busting Bat Has a Catch

‘He’s Grounded’: Yelich’s Slump-Busting Bat Has a Catch

Tampa Bay Rays Re-Signing ‘Greatest Player’ to Close Out Career

Tampa Bay Rays Re-Signing ‘Greatest Player’ to Close Out Career

Mariners’ Rare Prospect Impresses at High-A

Mariners’ Rare Prospect Impresses at High-A

Na Na Hey Hey…She’s Back! Beloved Organist Returns To Rate Field

Na Na Hey Hey…She’s Back! Beloved Organist Returns To Rate Field