By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Thierry Ngarambe created his Rochester's Keepers basketball events as a way to provide a safe environment for area athletes to display their talents. The All-Star Game he organized for Saturday, featuring high school and collegiate players, exceeded his expectations. "I knew they were gonna play hard," Ngarambe remarked, "but I didn't think they were gonna … [Read more...] about Area basketball players compete, put on show in Rochester’s Keepers All-Star Game
Palacios debuts with four RBI as Red Wings defeat Bisons in extras
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Josh Palacios enjoyed his first game against his former team on Saturday. Palacios, the newest Rochester Red Wing, drove in four runs, including a three-run home run and the walk-off single, in his club debut. Rochester defeated Buffalo 11-10, in 10 innings. The 26-year-old played his last game as a Bison just six days ago; he was designated for assignment by … [Read more...] about Palacios debuts with four RBI as Red Wings defeat Bisons in extras
Red Wings walk off with Game 1 win, split doubleheader
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Jake Noll stood at second base with outstretched arms, almost in disbelief that his fly ball found the right field grass. Luis García ran to Noll for an embrace as the second-year duo celebrated the Rochester Red Wings’ first victory over the Buffalo Bisons this season. Rochester found the answers it couldn’t muster Thursday night in Game 1 of Friday’s … [Read more...] about Red Wings walk off with Game 1 win, split doubleheader
Six-run fifth inning costs Red Wings against Buffalo
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Rochester Red Wings pitcher Cade Cavalli completed the first four innings with little difficulty on Thursday night, but did not record an out in the fifth. Reliever Jace Fry nearly bailed Cavalli out, striking out his first two batters, but allowed a grand slam to Buffalo Bisons infielder Samad Taylor in a full-count, two-out scenario. Rochester and Buffalo … [Read more...] about Six-run fifth inning costs Red Wings against Buffalo
Sources: Donovan Casey promoted to Washington Nationals
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Rochester Red Wings outfielder Donovan Casey was promoted to the Washington Nationals Thursday, sources tell Pickin' Splinters. For Casey, who batted .269 with 16 home runs and 55 RBI in the minor leagues last season, this is his first major league call-up. The 26-year-old was acquired in the blockbuster trade that sent Max Scherzer and Trea Turner to the … [Read more...] about Sources: Donovan Casey promoted to Washington Nationals