BY DAN GLICKMAN Three members of the 2024 Rochester Red Wings earned 2024 Washington Nationals Minor League Awards, the team announced on Thursday. Outfielder Dylan Crews was named Hitter of the Year, utilityman Darren Baker earned Baserunner of the Year honors, and pitcher Brad Lord won the Nationals Way Award. Crews, the top prospect in baseball according to MLB … [Read more...] about Three Red Wings earn end-of-season honors from Washington Nationals
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Red Wings already planning for next year after successful 2024
BY DAN GLICKMAN The 2024 Rochester Red Wings season couldn't have started worse for the team's front office. After three road games in Syracuse, the rains descended upon Rochester, canceling or postponing four straight games. Instead of a long-planned opening day with a large crowd, the home slate began on a cool Saturday in April with just 3,503 in attendance. Thankfully … [Read more...] about Red Wings already planning for next year after successful 2024
Martin continues to thrive with role in Cubs’ organization
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Given the choice between getting a head start on the off-season or spending time at the ballpark, Ben Martin chose the latter. Less than three hours before first pitch Saturday at Innovative Field, Martin took his spot behind a protective screen at first base. He served as a target for infielders taking ground balls and making throws … [Read more...] about Martin continues to thrive with role in Cubs’ organization
Red Wings end season with 3-2 extra inning loss, finish year 77-71
BY DAN GLICKMAN ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The 2024 Rochester Red Wings season came to an end on Sunday with a 3-2 extra innings loss to the Iowa Cubs. Rochester had the winning run at the plate in the bottom of the eleventh after a walk by second baseman Jake Alu, but couldn't capitalize, as Cubs pitcher Riley Martin struck out the final two batters of the game to end it. VIEW … [Read more...] about Red Wings end season with 3-2 extra inning loss, finish year 77-71
Over 20 years in, Whetzel a Rochester institution but still hopes for MLB call
BY DAN GLICKMAN The nature of Minor League Baseball is one of change. Rosters change as players are called up, sent down, or released. The same goes for managers, coaches, and training staff. There are even changes off the field—new affiliations, new stadium names, new logos, and new promotions. For Rochester Red Wings fans, though, one of the few things that has remained … [Read more...] about Over 20 years in, Whetzel a Rochester institution but still hopes for MLB call